Carbon Brushes
When the carbon brushes wear out, the mitre saw will spark and/
or stop. Discontinue use as soon as this happens. They should
be replaced prior to recommencing use of the mitre saw. Carbon
brushes are a wearing component of the mitre saw therefore
not covered under warranty. Continuing to use the mitre saw
when carbon brushes need to be replaced may cause permanent
damage to the mitre saw. Carbon brushes will wear out after many
uses but when the carbon brushes need to be replaced, take the
mitre saw to an electrician or a power tool repairer for a quick and
low cost replacement. Always replace both carbon brushes at the
same time.
Note:
A small amount of sparking may be visible through the
housing vents. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
Slide Bar
Periodically apply WD40 or rust prevention oil to the metal slide
bar. This is especially important if the tool is left in storage for long
periods of time.
Transportation
The lock down pin is provided for holding the cutting head down
whilst transporting or storing the mitre saw. The saw must never
be used with the lock down pin locking the head down. Tighten the
slide lock during transportation
Supply Cords
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an
electrician or a power tool repairer in order to avoid a hazard.
Note:
Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or
injuries caused by the repair of the mitre saw by an unauthorised
person or by mishandling of the mitre saw.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
Symptom
Possible Cause
Suggested Solution
Mitre saw will
not start.
No power at power
point.
Check that the power
switch is on.
Cord not connected. Check that the cord is
plugged in.
Mitre saw
operates
sporadically or
at low power.
Low power supply
or improper
extension cord.
Inspect power supply or
power cords.
Worn or cracked
carbon brushes.
Inspect carbon brushes;
replace if damaged or
worn.
Wood burns at
ends of cut
Dirty blade.
Clean blade using blade
cleaner or mineral spirits.
Material is binding. Check position of
workpiece on table.
Material must be flat, flush
against fence & supported
on ends.
Workpiece
frays or chips
out.
Finished side is
down.
Keep finished side of
workpiece up or facing
operator.
Blade chipped or
dull.
Check for damaged teeth.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Blade inappropriate
for material.
Check blade
manufacturer’s
recommendations for
material being cut. For
cross cutting hardwood &
for precision cuts, use a
thin kerf blade with 60 or
more teeth.
Workpiece is
unsupported.
Use a thin piece of scrap
material, such as 6mm
plywood underneath or
behind the workpiece to
support the edges of the
workpiece as it is being
cut.
Blade binds,
slowing or
stopping the
saw.
Workpiece is
misaligned or
the ends are not
supported.
Workpiece must be flat
on table, flush against the
fence & supported on both
ends.
Workpiece is wet,
contaminated or
inappropriate blade
is being used.
Check condition of
workpiece & check
compatibility of blade to
workpiece.
Blade does not
cut completely
through
workpiece.
Depth stop setting
in use.
Move depth stop to right to
disengage.
Depth stop set too
shallow.
Adjust depth stop bolt for
desired depth of cut.
Laser is not
visible
Laser is blocked
by dust/foreign
particles
Wipe the laser lens gently
with a dry soft cloth.
Ensure the unit is switched
off before doing so. Do not
stare directly into the laser.
Always check the laser on
a workpiece.
WARNING!
BEFORE CLEANING THE TOOL OR
CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE,
MAKE SURE THAT IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
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