can sawdust prevent the saw from starting
1961526
I doubt it, the saw dust collection chute would have to be jammed solid, you would hear the motor trying to turn(a stalled motor would make a deep hum noise) then it would pop a breaker or the GFI, if your garage is wired to a GFI. If no motor noises, with a volt meter first check power at the outlet, then check the switch for power in & out.( or you can check continuity of the switch with an ohm meter - with the saw UNPLUGED) If all tests are good then check the motor. power cords(to the switch, switch to motor) and also extension cords can go bad as well. test them all. hope this helps. Leonard I doubt it, the saw dust collection chute would have to be jammed solid, you would hear the motor trying to turn(a stalled motor would make a deep hum noise) then it would pop a breaker or the GFI, if your garage is wired to a GFI. If no motor noises, with a volt meter first check power at the outlet, then check the switch for power in & out.( or you can check continuity of the switch with an ohm meter - with the saw UNPLUGED) If all tests are good then check the motor. power cords(to the switch, switch to motor) and also extension cords can go bad as well. test them all. hope this helps.... » Read More I doubt it, the saw dust collection chute would have to be jammed solid, you would hear the motor trying to turn(a stalled motor would make a deep hum noise) then it would pop a breaker or the GFI, if your garage is wired to a GFI. If no motor noises, with a volt meter first check power at the outlet, then check the switch for power in & out.( or you can check continuity of the switch with an ohm meter - with the saw UNPLUGED) If all tests are good then check the motor. power cords(to the switch, switch to motor) and also extension cords can go bad as well. test them all. hope this helps. Leonard « Show Less
1961527
I doubt it, the saw dust collection chute would have to be jammed solid, you would hear the motor trying to turn(a stalled motor would make a deep hum noise) then it would pop a breaker or the GFI, if your garage is wired to a GFI. If no motor noises, with a volt meter first check power at the outlet, then check the switch for power in & out.( or you can check continuity of the switch with an ohm meter - with the saw UNPLUGED) If all tests are good then check the motor. power cords(to the switch, switch to motor) and also extension cords can go bad as well. test them all. hope this helps. Leonard
1961528
I have never had that problem. The chances of that happening is very remote I believe.
1961529
I would think that if you let the dust port somehow get clogged and then the lower chamber completely filled with sawdust then it might impede the blade. Considering the amount of pressure there is at the port, I think you would have to work at clogging it.
1961530
no...even if the collection tube is caked and clogged,,,if that were to happen,,,the motor is way too powerful to not allow the motor/blade to start
862154
And it will break the trunnions if you let the saw fall during moving. The good news is that the trunnions breaking will save the table.
1722397
I cut mostly 2x4's but I have also cut 4x4,s and even 1x12's and I have not had the problem described at all. I love the way this saw works. If it sticks, it seems that it would be either a cleaning problem.
221831
Probably not until full load on the motor. Mine is on a homemade belt grinder, works great. The only time I've blown the breaker (20a) is when my cutoff saw is being used simultaneously. Hope this helps
624999
If the safety handle gets hit and pushed forward (say, from a branch getting in the way), then the saw will stop working. Also, if the chain isn't on tight enough, it will stop working. I find that I have to tighten my chain almost every time I use the saw. Good luck.
579544
Don't see why not. It's nothing but a cover that should attach to any miter saw. It does work to contain sawdust from flying all over. Main negative is that it's a bulky item that needs to be stored when not in use.
1991898
The saw is ok for use with thin wood. It will stall and jam with use of thicker plywood, and treated wood
1701903
I cannot respond to Mr. Cast Iron, but at least when sanding wood the general consensus is that none of the small sanders do well with sawdust collection. On the other hand it is supposed to be a finish sander, so the amount of dust should be minimal.
634403
Place the wrench on the stud to determine the direction the direction you need to move it. Then use an old screwdriver against the saw plate to hold the blade as you apply pressure to the wrench. Pushing on the wrench should force the screwdriver shaft against the plate and stop the blade from rotating. Watch out for those saw teeth. I hope your saw works as well as mine, and that I explained this well enough.
1641539
Not a good idea. You need a wet saw for that, with this saw the dust is going to get into the mechanism and damage it, the wet saws have a certain setup that makes them water proof. If you introduce water into this saw it will get into the motor.
211964
I have used it for several months for sawdust and have not used the bag provided. I did keep the foam provided, in case I ever use it in a wet situation.
407787
This saw does not have a dust collection system or port. I use the saw outside only.
1801346
It's not made for that application, so I wouldn't try it. Might work for a while, but I imagine you'd ruin the saw pretty quickly with cement dust and such.
772593
It's the only saw I own... all I need. While I've never used a miter box, from what I've seen on TV, there doesn't appear to be anything that would prevent it. Good luck.
1097414
With the kit, you wouldn't add saw dust. The epoxy will turn rotten wood into 'harder than wood'. If you need to 'fill' areas where the wood is missing, use the putty part of the kit. I used it to reform the missing corners of my rotten window frames and it worked perfect! You can mold it while putting it on, and sand it into perfect shape once it dries.
2282827
Probably not unless the walls are extremely thin or the neighbors are very sensitive to noise. If either is the case, limit use to a few cuts every 5 or 10 minutes. The saw itself isn't noisy, but makes noise when cutting material.
796475
Yes, this item has a cover that closes and latches. It should be completely saw dust proof when closed. It's a nice unit and I would not hesitate to use it in a woodworking environment.