
7 STORAGE
1. Store drop saw in a dry place.
2. Clean drop saw thoroughly. Dirt and wood
chips will draw moisture and cause rust.
3. Check condition of cutting teeth. Replace as
necessary. (See Service and Maintenance
section.)
4. Check for loose or missing hardware.
5. Paint parts as necessary.
7.1 Storing Drop Saw
7.2 Remove Drop Saw
From Storage
1. Review Operator’s Manual.
2. If parts have been replaced, verify they operate
properly.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CHECK
SOLUTION
Blade does not spin.
Blade jammed.
Remove material from blade.
Low oil level.
Low oil flow.
Low pressure.
Check oil level. Add if necessary.
Check flow control on excavator. See
your dealer.
Check valve open.
Blade rotates slow or sluggish.
Low oil.
Oil filter plugged.
Relief valve not set
properly.
Low oil flow.
Check oil level. Add if necessary.
Replace excavator oil filter.
Set relief pressure to motor
specification.
Check flow control on excavator. See
your dealer.
Excessive vibration.
Cutting teeth worn or
missing.
Debris lodged in blade.
Replace worn, broken or missing teeth.
Remove debris.
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