Service Information; Troubleshooting; Accessories; Warranty - Black & Decker BDMS100 Instruction Manual

BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLE! SAW WILL NOT START
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Saw not plugged in.
2.Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 2.Replace fuse or reset
circuit breaker.
3.Cord damaged.
4.Brushes worn out.
TROUBLE! SAW MAKES UNSATISFACTORY CUTS
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Dull blade.
2.Blade mounted backwards.
3.Gum or pitch on blade.
4.Incorrect blade for work being done.
TROUBLE! BLADE DOES NOT COME UP TO SPEED
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Extension cord too light or too long.
2.Low house current.
TROUBLE! MACHINE VIBRATES EXCESSIVELY
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Saw not mounted securely.
2.Stand or bench on uneven floor.
3.Damaged saw blade.
TROUBLE! DOES NOT MAKE ACCURATE MITER CUTS
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Miter scale not adjusted correctly.
2.Blade is not square to fence.
3.Blade is not perpendicular to table.
4.Workpiece moving.
TROUBLE! MATERIAL PINCHES BLADE
WHAT'S WRONG?
1.Cutting bowed material.

Service Information

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers
are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you.
To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-54-HOW TO (544-6986).

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your saw are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need
assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.
hazardous.
Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or
repaired at no charge in either of two ways:
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating
retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer's policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase
may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our
option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized service centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of
the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center.
This product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WHAT TO DO...
1.Plug in saw.
3.Have cord replaced by
authorized service center.
4.Have brushes replaced
by authorized service center.
WHAT TO DO...
1.Replace blade.
2.Turn blade around.
3.Remove blade and
clean with turpentine.
4.Change the blade.
WHAT TO DO...
1.Replace with adequate
size cord.
2.Contact your electric
company.
WHAT TO DO...
1.Tighten all mounting
hardware.
2.Reposition on flat level
surface.
3.Replace blade.
WHAT TO DO...
1.Check and adjust.
2.Check and adjust.
3.Check and adjust fence.
4.Clamp workpiece to
fence or glue 120 grit
sandpaper to fence with
rubber cement.
WHAT TO DO...
1.Position bowed material
as shown in Figure 35.
701 E. Joppa Rd.
WARNING: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be
See 'Tools-Electric'
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
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