Tmuble Shooting

Turn switch “OFF” and always remove plug from the power source before trouble shooting.

TROUBLE

Breaking blades

Motor will not run.

Vibration

NOTE: There will always be some vibration present when the saw is running because of motor opera- tion.

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PROBLEM

1.Wrong tension.

2.Over working blade.

3.Wrong blade application.

4.Twisting blade in wood.

5.Incorrectteeth per inch.

1.Defective cord or plug.

2.Defectivemotor.

3.Defective wire connections.

1.Improper mounting of saw.

2.Unsuitable mounting surface.

3.Loose table or table resting against motor.

4.Loose motor mounting.

REMEDY

1.Adjust blade tension.

2.Reduce feed rate.

3.Use narrow blades for cutting thin wood, wide blades for thicker wood.

4.Avoid side pressure on blade.

5.Blade should have minimum 3 teeth in contact with workpiece.

1.Replace defective parts before using saw again.

2.Consult Service Center. Any attempt to repair this motor may void warranty.

3.HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician.

1.See “MOUNTING SCROLL SAW WORKBENCH”.

2.The heavier your work bench is, the less vibration will occur. A plywood workbench will not be as good a work surfaces the same size solid lumber workbench. Use common sense in choosing a mountingsurface.

3.Tighten table lock knob.

4.Tighten motor mountingscrews.

NOTE: Consult your local Service Center if for any reason your motor will not run.

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Makita SJ401 instruction manual Tmuble Shooting, Problem