Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric ITEM 69684 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Troubleshooting

Problem
Tool will not start. 1. No power at outlet.
2. Cord not connected.
Tool operates 1. Low power supply or
sporadically or improper extension cords.
at low power.
2. Worn or cracked
Carbon Brushes.
Wood burns at 1. Dirty Blade.
ends when cut.
2. Material is binding.
Material frays 1. Finished side is down.
or chips out.
2. Blade chipped or dull.
3. Blade inappropriate
for material.
4. Material is unsupported.
Blade binds, 1. Material is misaligned
slowing or on the saw or ends
stopping saw. are not supported.
2. Material is wet, contaminated
or inappropriate blade
is being used.
Blade does not 1. Depth Stop setting in use.
cut completely
2. Depth Stop set too shallow.
through
workpiece.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
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Possible Causes
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Likely Solutions
1. Check power at outlet.
2. Check that cord is plugged in.
1. Check power supply and power cords.
2. Check Carbon Brushes. Replace if damaged or worn.
1. Clean Blade using blade cleaner or mineral spirits.
2. Check position of work material on Table. Material must
be flat, flush against Fence and supported on ends.
1. Keep finished side of material up or facing operator.
Bottom and back side are prone to chip out.
2. Check for damaged teeth. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Check blade manufacturer's recommendations for
material being cut. For cross cutting hard wood and for
precision cuts use a thin kerf blade with 60 or more teeth.
4. Use a thin piece of scrap material, such as 1/4"
plywood, underneath or behind the material to
support the edges of the material as it is being cut.
1. Material must be flat on table, flush against the fence and
supported on both ends.
2. Check condition of material and check
compatibility of blade to material.
1. Move Depth Stop to right to disengage.
2. Adjust Depth Stop Bolt for desired depth of cut.
Item 69684