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SECTION 6: SERVICE
Review.the.troubleshooting.procedures.in.this.section.if.a.problem.develops.with.your.machine..If.you.need.
replacement.parts.or.additional.help.with.a.procedure,.call.our.Technical.Support..Note:.Please gather the
serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling.
SYMPTOM
Breaking blades.
Motor will not run. 1. Defective cord or plug.
Excessive
vibration.
NOTE: There will
always be some
vibration present
when the saw is
running because of
motor operation.
Blade run out.
Blade not in line
with arm motion.
Model G0938 (Mfd. Since 02/21)
Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Wrong tension.
2. Overworking blades.
3. Wrong blade application.
4. Twisting blade in wood.
2. Defective motor.
3. Blown overload breaker.
1. Improper mounting of saw.
2. Unsuitable mounting surface.
3. Loose table or table resting
against motor.
4. Loose motor mounting.
1. Blade holders not aligned.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Adjust blade tension. See BLADE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION section.
2. Reduce feed rate. See BLADE REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION section.
3. Use narrow blade. See BLADE SELECTION
section.
4. Avoid side pressure on blade. See BLADE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION section.
1. Replace defective parts before using saw
again. See POWER SUPPLY section on
Page 10.
2. Call Service Center. Any attempt to repair
this motor may create a HAZARD unless the
repair is done by a qualified technician.
3. Push the ON/OFF switch to the OFF (O)
position. Let the motor cool.
1. See mounting instructions in this manual for
proper mounting technique.
2. The heavier your workbench is, the less
vibration will occur. A plywood workbench
will not be as good a work surface as the
same size solid lumber.
3. Tighten the table lock knob.
4. Tighten motor mounting screw.
1. Loosen blade holder lock screw holding
blade holder to arms. Adjust position of
blade holders. Retighten blade holder
lock screw. See BLADE REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION section.
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