Troubleshooting - King Canada KC-163SSC-V-6 Instruction Manual

PROBLEM
Breaking blades 1. Wrong tension.
2. Overworking blade.
3. Wrong blade application.
4. Twisting blade in wood.
5. Incorrect teeth per inch.
Motor will not run 1. Defective cord or plug.
2. Defective motor.
3. Defective wire connections.
Vibration. 1. Improper mounting of the saw.
NOTE: There will al-
ways be some 2. Unsuitable mounting surface.
vibration present
when the saw is
3. Loose table or the table is resting against
running because of
the motor operation
Blade runout- blade 1. Blade holders not aligned.
not in line with the
arm motion

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBABLE CAUSE
the motor.
SOLUTION
1. Adjust the blade tension.
2. Reduce the feed rate.
3. Use narrow blades for cutting thin wood,
wide blades for thicker wood.
4. Avoid side pressure on the blade.
5. Blade should have a minimum of 3 teeth
in contact with the workpiece.
1. Replace defective parts before using your
saw again.
2/3. Consult your local service centre. Any
attempt to repair the motor may create a
HAZARD unless the repair is done by a
qualified service technician.
1. See "Mounting your scroll saw to a
workbench".
2. The heavier the workbench is, less vibra-
tion. A plywood workbench would not be
as effective. Use common sense in
choosing a mounting surface.
3. Tighten the table lock knob.
1. Loosen the screws holding the blade to
the upper and lower arms. Adjust the po-
sition of the blade holders.