Troubleshooting - RIDGID SS1650 1 Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

WARNING
: For your own safety, turn switch "OFF", and remove plug from
power source outlet before troubleshooting your scroll saw.
Problem
Breaking
Blades.
Plain end
blade slips
within blade
clamp
Motor will not
run.
Vibration
NOTE: There
will always be
some vibration
present when
the saw is run-
ning because
of the blade
and arm
movement.
Probable Cause
1. Wrong tension
2. Over working blade.
3. Wrong blade applica-
tion.
4. Twisting blade in wood.
1. Blade clamp not tight-
ened
2. Dirty finger knob
threads.
1. Damaged cord or plug.
2. Damaged motor or con-
trol board.
1. Improper mounting of
the saw.
2. Unsuitable mounting
surface.
3. Loose table
4. Loose motor mounting.
5. Resonance
Remedy Schedule
1. Adjust blade tension per instructions
under installing Pin End (Plain End)
Blades.
2. Reduce feed rate.
3. Use narrow blades for cutting thin
wood, wide blades for thicker wood.
4. Avoid side pressure on blade.
1. Tighten blade clamp.
2. Clean and oil threads.
3. Check position of blade in holder - 1/8"
beyond top and at front end of blade
holder.
1. Replace damaged parts before
using saw again.
2. Consult Authorized Service. Any
attempt to repair this motor or control
board may create a HAZARD unless
repair is done by a qualified service
technician.
1. See mounting instructions in this
manual for proper mounting tech-
nique.
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. Use common sense in
choosing a mounting surface.
3. Tighten table lock knob.
4. Tighten motor mounting screws.
5. Try different speed.
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