Problem
Saw will not start.
Saw stops during
operation.
Excessive vibration.
Cannot make square cut
when crosscutting.
Cut binds, burns, or stalls
motor when ripping.
Blade slipping.
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Troubleshooting
Cause
1. The battery is not
properly connected, or
its charge is depleted
2. Burned out switch.
3. Trigger does not turn
tool on.
1. The battery charge
is depleted; power
indicators on the
battery flash red.
2. The battery is over
temperature; power
indicators on the
battery shine red.
1. Blade out of balance.
2. Workpiece is not
clamped or supported
properly.
1. Foot is not adjusted
properly.
1. Dull blade with
improper tooth set.
2. Warped board.
3. Blade binds.
4. Improper workpiece
support.
1. Tool does not cut
workpiece.
Remedy
1. Reattach battery; charge
battery if needed.
2. Have switch replaced by an
Authorized SKILSAW Service
Center or Service Station.
3. Have switch replaced by an
Authorized SKILSAW Service
Center or Service Station.
1. Recharge the battery. Consult
the battery pack manual.
2. Allow the battery to cool.
Consult the battery pack
manual.
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Clamp or support workpiece
properly according to
instructions in this manual.
1. See "Operating Instructions"
section, "Bevel Adjustment" ,
"Line Guide" , "Cutting Large
Sheets" and "Rip Cuts" .
1. Discard blade and use a
different blade.
2. Make sure concave or hollow
side is facing "DOWN" and
feed slowly.
3. Assemble blade and tighten
Vari-Torque clutch per
"Assembly Instructions" .
4. Clamp or support workpiece
properly according to this
manual.
1. Reassemble the blade
and tighten the washers
according to this manual.