dewalt scroll saw is vibrating like an out of balanced washing machine. Is some linkage worn or broke?
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.
1578337
I have had mine for about one year and the vibration has always been minimal. It sounds like something is wrong but here is the customer service phone number 1-800-4-DEWALT.
1578338
Roy. mine has always made that rattling sound ever since I've owned it for 17 years when you run stock through it. It shouldn't make it if there's (no load) stock running through it. Only thing I've had to change on it for all those years is a blade chuck and believe me I have done a lot of work on it. Hundreds of projects. Hope this helps.Tim
466278
I have used this saw a lot with no problems. When I first bought it the blades would fall out occasionally. Now, I firmly push the blade into the slot before closing the blade release lever - no problems. Also be sure you have the correct blade type for this saw. If you do both of those and the problem continues, call DeWalt or bring it to a local service center.
1310048
No, it is not normal, return it for a replacement or a refund. Fix it?---do you know how to weld? It's primary use is to cut butter or shortening into flour. What else did you have in mind for it?
918297
sorry I can't help you with this. I don't use the saw much and this problem has not happened to me.
39532
I've had this issue in the past at job sites when the amperage coming to the saw is too low. If it only happens a couple of times it will be fine. It can be permanent if it happens too many times.
640282
It sounds like the machine is not quite level. If it is vibrating a lot, you may want to make sure that you have a firm, level surface and that the legs are all secure on the bottom of the machine. They are small, black, and may come loose or move slightly which will create the movement you are experiencing.
1928721
I didn't either unless it's part of the machine. Seems irrelevant though. Closest I can figure is the the knob to loosen/tighten the the nut that holds the bar tight so you can adjust the saw blade tension.
489564
I just checked my WORX chain saw. Much to my surprise it leaked over the last 6 months a significant amount of oil . I had it sitting in a big pan with handle up where any oil leaked would accumulate. This was the case with a 20 year old Craftsman electric saw also. So I guess this is normal. We have to live with it. I had not used the saw for at least 6 months.
994037
Short answer: No Long answer: Most saws don't have any flats on the washer or the shaft and I don't know of any blades that have flats either and since the nut is reverse thread, it tends to tighten anyways. Bottom line is that it is not a problem.
832667
Absolutely not, I use mine daily and it works great. I do blow mine off daily and clean it but I do that with all my tools.Great deal on a great saw. Extremly accurate right out of the box.
68340
In my experience with the saw it is most likely a bad switch. I have owned two of them and had a switch go out..ohm meter should be able to tell you once you open up the saw. If you recently bought it, contact the manufacturer and get a replacement. Poulan has great customer service.
1505508
Mine too Im on my second saw just for that part. Design flaw hardened medal is needed with that high stress load. Sharp blades help . Icut 2 cords a week with mine t
1335618
Bit works fine for me....I would suspect too deep a cut rather than the motor. Try several shallow cuts if you haven't tried this already.Note that I used a Porter Cable model 6912, which is 1 3/4 hp, same as the router power you used.Of course if the router vibrated before it touched wood then you have a balance problem. Unlikely.
1422676
No mine seems ok just need to make sure you porperly tighten it up . The only issue I have had was a bad transmission when it was 2 weeks old dewalt replaced it no questions asked ,but the original chuck was better than the replacement don't know why though.
1662636
There must be a way to tighten it. My saw is working well still. It got knocked down by a large wind gust, and broke the table. Jet sent me replacement parts. It seamed like it lost cutting power. It turned out that I had the belt too loose. A little tightening, and everything works like new. Open the white cover that covers the blade pulley. That should let you see if their is some bolts to tighten down the guide assembly. My saw is in my classroom, and I am off for summer, or I would go look. Here is a schematic of the saw. Copy it and then magnify it so you can see the assembly. http://www.ereplacementparts.com/jet-jwbs10os-707200-10inch-band-saw-parts-c-32652_32684_155038.html
836004
Mine broke too. Obviously a design flaw. Black & Decker should make this available.
32557
I'm assuming that you're lifting the long black lever located on the back side of the blade shroud (I've been teaching the basics of power tools to a few dads that never owned one before). If it seems soft to the touch when you move it to an upward vertical position to adjust the blade depth, but the shoe fails to move, the lever has either come loose and backed off of the nut that tightens the depth adjustment. or it has been rounded out during assembly from being over-tightened. Other than that, this is the best explanation I can give you based on my ownership and experience of this same model. And I've had mine for over 7 years. I'm assuming that you're lifting the long black lever located on the back side of the blade shroud (I've been teaching the basics of power tools to a few dads that never owned one before). If it seems soft to the touch when you move it to an upward vertical position to adjust the blade depth, but the shoe fails to move, the lever has either come loose and backed off of the nut that tightens the depth adjustment. or it has been rounded out during assembly from being over-tightened. Other than that, this is the best explanation I can give you based on my ownership and experience of this same... » Read More I'm assuming that you're lifting the long black lever located on the back side of the blade shroud (I've been teaching the basics of power tools to a few dads that never owned one before). If it seems soft to the touch when you move it to an upward vertical position to adjust the blade depth, but the shoe fails to move, the lever has either come loose and backed off of the nut that tightens the depth adjustment. or it has been rounded out during assembly from being over-tightened. Other than that, this is the best explanation I can give you based on my ownership and experience of this same model. And I've had mine for over 7 years. « Show Less