TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom
Tool will not start when
operating the on/off switch.
Cutting depth is less than that
is set.
Blade spins or slips
Blade will not cut a straight line.
Blade kicks back when
beginning a cut
Electric Circular Saw
Possible Causes
Power cord not plugged in.
Power cord is broken.
Carbon brush has worn down
Sawdust accumulated at the
rear of the base.
Blade is not tightly engaged
with the spindle.
Blade is dull.
Blade is not mounted
properly.
Saw is not being guided
properly.
Blade is not spinning fast
enough
Possible Solution
Check to make sure power cord
is connected well into a working
outlet.
Unplug the power cord. Replace
it using a qualified maintenance
person.
Replace the carbon brush using a
qualified maintenance person.
Shake out sawdust. Consider
connecting a vacuum for dust
collection.
Remove the blade, and reassemble
it as described in INSTALL/
CHANGE THE BLADE section.
Mount a new, sharp blade on the
saw.
Check that blade is properly
mounted.
Use a parallel guide.
Allow the saw blade to reach full
speed prior to beginning a cut in the
material.
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