When using a circular saw, we have to face many problems. These occur due to motor, saw blade, alignments, bad usage and many more. These are the most occurring problems in a circular saw. When considering the problem it will not affect the single reason. So many reasons can cause a problem. So you should be wise to select the proper reason and solution correctly.
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Why is Circular Saw Nor Start?
Reasons
- Power cord is not plugged in.
- Power source fuse or circuit breaker tripped.
- Cord damaged.
- Burned out switch.
- Trigger does not turn tool on
Solutions
- Plug saw in.
- Replace fuse or reset tripped circuit breaker.
- Inspect cord for damage. If damaged, have cord replaced by an Authorized Skil Service Center or Service Station.
- Have switch replaced by an Authorized Service Station.
- Disengage Safety Switch
Why Does Circular Saw Blade not Come Up to Speed
Reasons
- Extension cord too
- Low House voltage
Solutions
- Replace with adequate cord.
- .Contact your electric company.
Why Does a Circular Saw Vibrate?
Reasons
- Blade out of balance.
- Workpiece not clamped or supported properly.
Solutions
- Discard Blade and use different blade.
- Clamp or support workpiece.
Why Does Circular Saw Cut Binds, Burns, Stalls Motor When Ripping?
Reasons
- Dull blade with improper tooth set.
- Warped board.
- Blade binds.
- Improper workpiece support
Solutions
- Discard blade and use a different blade.
- Make sure concave or hollow side is facing “DOWN” feed slowly.
- Assemble blade and tighten well
- Clamp or support workpiece.
Why Does Circular Saw Kickback?
Reasons
- Dull blade
- Misaligned saw blade
- Sagging or improper lifting of the cut off piece
- Dirty saw blade
- Cutting off a cantilevered or overhanging piece of material from the bottom up in a vertical direction
- Cutting off long narrow strips
- Cutting through material supported at the outer ends
Solutions
- Use a proper saw blade with high quality
- Use proper supporting to the workpiece
