troubleshooting
problem
possible Causes
likely Solutions
Tool will not
start
No power at outlet.
1.
Cord not connected.
2.
Check power at outlet.
1.
Check that cord is plugged in.
2.
Tool operates
sporadically or
at low power
Low power supply or improper
1.
extension cords.
Worn or cracked Carbon Brush.
2.
Check power supply and power cords.
1.
Have Carbon Brush checked and if needed,
2.
replaced by a qualified technician.
Wood burns at
ends when cut
Dirty Blade.
1.
Material is binding.
2.
Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral
1.
spirits.
Check position of work material on Table.
2.
Material must be flat, flush against Fence
and supported on ends.
Material frays
or chips out.
Finished side is down.
1.
Blade is chipped or dull.
2.
Blade is inappropriate for
3.
material.
Material is unsupported.
4.
Always have finished side of material up or
1.
facing you. Bottom and back side are prone
to chip out.
Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or
2.
replace blade.
Check blade manufacturer’s
3.
recommendations for material being cut. For
cross cutting hard wood and for precision
cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more
teeth.
Use a thin piece of sacrificial material, such
4.
as 1/4” plywood, underneath or behind the
material to support the edges of the material
as it is being cut.
Blade binds
slowing or
stopping saw.
Material is misaligned on the saw
1.
or ends are not supported.
Material is wet, contaminated or
2.
inappropriate blade is being used.
Material must be flat on table, flush against
1.
the fence and supported on both ends.
Check condition of material and check
2.
compatibility of blade to material.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
disconnect power supply before service.
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