Problem
Saw will not start.
Excessive vibration.
Cannot make square cut
when crosscutting.
Cut binds, burns, or stalls
motor when ripping.
Blade slipping.
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Trouble Shooting
Cause
1. The battery is not
properly connected, or
its charge is depleted
2. Burned out switch.
3. Trigger does not turn
tool on.
1. Blade out of balance.
2. Workpiece not
clamped or supported
properly.
1. Foot not be adjusted
properly.
1. Dull blade with
improper tooth set.
2. Warped board.
3. Blade binds.
4. Improper workpiece
support.
1. Tool does not cut
workpiece.
Remedy
1. Reattach battery; charge
battery, if needed.
2. Have switch replaced by an
Authorized SKILSAW Service
Center or Service Station.
3. Have switch replaced by an
Authorized SKILSAW Service
Center or Service Station.
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Clamp or support workpiece
properly according to this
manual.
1. See "Operating Instructions"
section, "Bevel Adjustment",
"Line Guide", "Cutting Large
Sheets and "Rip Cuts".
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Make sure concave or hollow
side is facing "DOWN" feed
slowly.
3. Assemble blade and tighten
Vari-Torque clutch per
"Assembly Instructions".
4. Clamp or support workpiece
properly according to this
manual.
1. Reassemble the blade
and tighten the washers
according to this manual.