1.
Remove three screws (A) Fig. 45 and remove the motor
cover (B).
2.
The brushes are located in the two holders (C) Fig. 46.
Remove spade type terminal connector (D) and pull out
brush holders (C).
3.
Fig. 47 illustrates one of the brushes (E) removed from the
holder (C). When the carbon on either brush (E) is worn to
3/16" in length or if either spring (F) or shunt wire is burned
or damaged in any way, replace both brushes. If the
brushes are found to be serviceable after re-moving,
reinstall them in the same position.
Fig. 46
KEEP THE MACHINE CLEAN
Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth.
NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.
Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed air.
FAILURE TO START
Should your machine fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. Also, check
for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.
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.
D
C
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.
Fig. 45
F
E
Fig. 47
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A
B
C