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WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements
should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service
at 1-(800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
PROBLEM
Machine will not
start.
Blade does not
come up to speed.
Does not make
accurate 45° or
90° cuts.
Saw makes
unsatisfactory cuts.
Material binds
blade when
ripping.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CAUSE
1. Not plugged in.
2. Wrong size of extension
cord.
3. Worn carbon brushes.
4. Faulty power cord, motor, or
switch.
1. Blade arbor nut not
tightened.
1. Bevel stops not adjusted
correctly.
2. Angle pointer not set
accurately.
3. Fence is not properly
aligned.
1. Dull Blade.
2. Blade mounted backwards.
3. Gum or pitch on blade.
4. Incorrect blade for cut.
1. Fence not aligned with blade. 1. Check and adjust fence.
2. Warped wood.
3. Excessive feed rate.
4. Riving knife or blade guard
not aligned with blade.
SOLUTION
1. Check connection.
2. Consult extension cord chart on p. 10.
3. Replace carbon brushes.
4. Consult WEN customer service at 1(800) 232-
1195.
1. Tighten blade arbor nut.
1. Check blade with combination square and
adjust stops.
2. Check blade with combination square and
adjust pointer.
3. Adjust fence.
1. Sharpen or replace blade.
2. Turn blade around.
3. Remove blade and clean.
4. Change blade to correct type.
2. Select another piece of wood.
3. Reduce feed rate.
4. Align riving knife or blade guard with blade.
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