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Bosch Faults
2 documented Bosch faults, covering PST 700 E and GWS 7-115. Each entry sets out the symptom as owners report it, the most likely cause, the checks that confirm or rule it out, and whether the repair is worth doing. Everything here is compiled and cross-checked from manufacturer documentation and owner reports — the sources are listed on every page.
Documented faults
- Bosch PST 700 E
Jigsaw cuts wander off line and come out bevelled — the cut edge leans noticeably in thicker material despite the base being set square
Blade deflection: a dull, bent, or wrong-type blade flexing sideways in the cut, often aggravated by feeding too fast or a worn blade support roller
Blades & Alignment 2026-06-18 - Bosch GWS 7-115
Angle grinder won't start, starts only after a jiggle or tap, or cuts out intermittently during use
Carbon brushes worn to their limit — the motor loses contact with the commutator, first intermittently, then completely
Motor & Drive 2026-06-02
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