Troubleshooting - Skil CR5435B-00 Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
Tool does not start.
Blade does not come up
to speed.
Excessive vibration.
The blade does not follow
a straight line.
Cut binds, burns, stalls
motor when ripping.
Saw is running but does
not cut workpiece.
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Cause
1. Battery pack charge is
depleted.
2. Battery pack is not installed
properly.
3. Burned out switch.
1. Low battery charge.
1. Blade out of balance.
2. Workpiece not clamped or
supported properly.
1. Blade teeth are dull.
2. Foot is out of line or bent.
3. Blade is bent.
1. Dull blade with improper tooth
set.
2. Blade binds.
3. Improper workpiece support.
1. Blade slipping.
Remedy
1. Charge the battery pack.
2. Confirm that the battery
pack is properly attached
to the tool.
3. Have the switch replaced
by an Authorized SKIL
Service Center or Service
Station.
1. Recharge the battery pack
or use fully charged pack.
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Clamp or support
workpiece properly
according to this manual.
1. Change to a new blade.
2. Have the tool repaired by
an Authorized SKIL Service
Center or Service Station.
3. Change to a new blade.
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Reassemble the blade
and tighten the washers
according to this manual.
3. Clamp or support
workpiece properly
according to this manual.
1. Reassemble the blade
and tighten the washers
according to this manual.