Why does this saw sound so odd? It sounds like the blade is hitting the guard, but it isn't. This is right out of the box.
265619
It's the blade that comes with the Ridgid... Change the blade out for a better quality one and you won't hear the ringing.
265620
If Ridgid is still supplying a thin kerf blade on this saw, that could be making the noise. Thin kerf's are great for small saws, such as portable saws, but 12" thin blades oscillate side to side so violently they can make noise. Get a Forrest Chopmaster (.125" thick) and you'll be fine. But, to be sure, remove the blade and then run the saw. If it's still making noise, check the belt or the blade gearing.
265621
Not sure what might make it sound like that. It may be the sound of the belt under the cover...
265622
Mine did to and I gave it right back to them. Sounded more like a garbage disposal than a saw.
2041912
Wish I could help, but I too, purchased a blade that would not cut. Lucky for me, that I bought two of them, the other cut just fine. But the one that didn't work, it was like it didn't have an edge on it. Perhaps it didn't. I tried and tried to use it, then finally gave up and put the other blade in and it cut through with ease, like a knife cutting through soft butter. I suggest you return that blade for another.
1911573
I find mine to be fairly quiet, but it can depend on the size of blade or the type of wood being cut and how thick it is. I have no problem with noise and not to mention if the saw is not bolted down it could be loud also. I never bolt mine down and I find it to be quiet. Not too loud but then I'm a bit deaf too... Thanks Fay
1228932
Not sure what's wrong, but you shouldn't be making a sawing motion. This is like a box cutter with a protection so you don't cut yourself. Insert the edge of the belt into the slot, and just pull the blade across the belt as you would a knife. It probably helps if the belt is stretched tight. Hope this helps.
2098882
I do not have this issue and my saw makes rock solid square cuts every time. Are you talking about side to side or up and down play? If neither I assume you are talking about out of round play. If it is out of round play, look at the two washers that sandwich the blade tight on the motor shaft. If each washers' thickness is not consistent that could cause blade travel to be out of round. The washers need to be replaced if they are not consistent. If it's up and down or side to side play most likely there is a bearing or bushing problem and would require repair work on the saw.
1578336
Have never experienced anything like that. I would ensure the saw unit is mounted / secured to a bench or table before operating. Otherwise - sounds like it needs to go into the shop.
786356
I have not had this problem but could see how it might be a possible consequence of a manufacturing defect. Normally it takes a deliberate effort to move the blade lock aside, to allow closing the blade.
2076260
The motor has a thermo cut out to protect the motor If you put to much down pressure the motor will heat up the motor faster, try using mild pressure and see what happens. I did not run my saw that long, project was small and the saw worked great. Good Luck!!
2036245
...not sure if it is "normal", but the same thing happened to me. I just ignore it.....what other choice do you have? If you want the blade sharpened as far as the handle, there doesn't seem to be any other way. Holding the blade level as you draw it through the slot seemed to ameliorate that problem somewhat. I do like the product. I don't see any other way to get the blade sharpened as far as the handle.
901027
MattThis a good value piece of equipment. Sufficient power. Might consider upgrading the blade to a cut a finer cut. Also I tweaked my saw following the advice in this video on you tube and it made a significant difference. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqqcmC5UY5E
540659
Dear MichelSorry, but I cant answer it, because it has to do with the position of this unit between your Machine and the blade.
515378
Sounds like fuel starvation, my saw was terrible when I first got it, very hard to start. Adjust the carb. Runs like a champ now.
1711803
I also bought saw from amazon but haven't had any problems with blade, putting in or taking out.Maybe a defect of some type. sorry I couldn't be of more help,ed palmer
795745
It shouldn't be. I dropped mine once & it buzzed very loud while running. I took the blade off & oiled it - put it back together , & it operated normal.
476852
This is mysterious. Raise the blade up as high as it will go and check with a square that you trust to see if the blade is truly perpendicular to the table. Make sure that the throat plate is not throwing off this check for square. If the blade is square to the table top, then you might try a run-out gauge on the saw's arbor. Excessive run-out is less likely in my opinion and probably wouldn't cause the uneven bases in any event. Finally, make sure you have a backer board behind your work piece.
648007
Remember to keep pressure with your hand on the flooring board before the blade so it doesn't spring up. You might be binding the blade. You will get a cleaner cut as well. Worked great for me!
1286261
In the times I have used it noise seems the same as any other skill saw I have used. No louder than my table saw