Table Saw: Why can't I adjust the blade height on my table saw?
If the table saw blade won't raise and lower easily, blow out sawdust and dirt from the elevating and tilting mechanisms. Lubricate the elevating and tilting mechanisms using graphite or silicone lubricants because they won't attract sawdust. Don't use grease, because sawdust and dirt cling to grease.
THESE REPAIRS MAY HELP SOLVE YOUR TABLE SAW PROBLEM
Perform table saw general maintenance
Clean out all sawdust inside the saw cabinet and around the motor. Polish the saw table using an automotive wax. The automotive wax helps keep the table clean and work pieces slide easily over the waxed surface. Clean plastic parts with soapy water. Unplug the table saw, clean the cutting blade with pitch and gum remover.
Perform table saw general maintenance
Symptoms for table saws
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Main causes: lack of power, broken on/off switch, bad motor overload, broken power cord, bad drive motor…
Main causes: dirty saw blade, dull or damaged saw blade, blade alignment needs adjustment…
Main causes: saw dust build up, blade elevating and tilting mechanisms need lubrication…
Main causes: worn motor brushes, faulty drive motor, using an improper extension cord…
Main causes: blade alignment needs adjustment, worn blade, bevel positive stops need adjustments, bevel pointer needs ad…
Main causes: worn motor brushes, bad drive motor, faulty overload switch, using an improper extension cord, binding saw …
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