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Table saw symptoms

Learn how to fix your table saw when it won't start, makes bad cuts or its blade spins too slow. Our symptoms and DIY troubleshooting tips can help you fix any table saw failure. When you figure out what's wrong, you can order parts using the model and part finder at the top of the page. Follow the steps in our table saw repair guides to install replacement parts and get your saw back in top shape.

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Symptoms common to all table saws

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Main causes: lack of power, broken on/off switch, bad motor overload, broken power cord, bad drive motor…

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Main causes: dirty saw blade, dull or damaged saw blade, blade alignment needs adjustment…

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Main causes: saw dust build up, blade elevating and tilting mechanisms need lubrication…

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Main causes: worn motor brushes, faulty drive motor, using an improper extension cord…

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Main causes: blade alignment needs adjustment, worn blade, bevel positive stops need adjustments, bevel pointer needs ad…

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Main causes: worn motor brushes, bad drive motor, faulty overload switch, using an improper extension cord, binding saw …

Repair guides for table saws

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your table saw.

How to replace a table saw drive motor

How to replace a table saw drive motor

You can replace a table saw drive motor that is weak or won't run. Here’s how.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less
How to adjust a table saw blade

How to adjust a table saw blade

If the table saw isn’t cutting parallel to the miter gauge groove, adjust the cutting blade following the instructions i…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a table saw motor brush set

How to replace a table saw motor brush set

Worn motor brushes can make the table saw motor run weak. Here’s how to replace them. …

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less

Articles and videos for table saws

Use the advice and tips in these articles to get the most out of your table saw.

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

How to use a table saw safely

How to use a table saw safely

Learn some of the basic rules for safely operating a table saw.…

How to maintain a table saw

How to maintain a table saw

Learn how to keep your table saw in good working order…