anyone have problems getting blades out bought saw it worked great but I couldn't get blade out got new saw from store used it know I cant get blade out
1711801
I had a lot of trouble at first and then it started working fine. The lever you push forward to release the blade wasn't going far enough forward. Work it and see if it loosens up and goes nearly all the way forward, where it is almost parallel with the blade. Then the blade will come out easily. Hope that works for you.
1711802
I had the same issue when I operated the saw with a short blade: the toll less mechanism blocked. I used WD40, jiggled the blade, and used pliers to push the lever of the tool less mechanism into the open position--then I was able to remove the blade. The tool less mechanism worked fine after that.
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
1711804
I have sometimes problems with that too, that locking mechanism is a weak point of the saw.lubrication does not really do the trick and it attracts dirt, I more than once gave the latch a little love tap with a hammer to loosen it up.
1711805
There is a lever that you can flip up to change the blade. The thing is you have to make sure you flip the lever all the way up in order to take the blade out. I ran into the same problem and figured it by myself. Hope it helps.
1711806
I bought this saw last July and we've used it a dozen times or so with no problems... Anyway, today it refused to relinquish the blade for a while. After rinsing the blade release area with hot water (we use it to cut frozen meats) it gave up the blade. We're thinking a bone fragment may have gotten lodged up in the release mechanism.
1038981
I don't have that problem. I suspect that the blade cover (housing) is not properly inserted into machine. The gap between blade and blade cover is pretty small such that only minimal debris is collected. That has been my experience.
625000
Never had this problem. I'd check to make sure blade is engaged and take battery out & put it back in. May have just jiggled loose.
2103363
If you hold the saw blade down, and turn the release, I have had the blade just fall free of the saw. If you hold it blade up, I can turn the release with my off hand and remove the blade with my free hand. I definitely can't say the blade is "Ejected", but it will fall free easily.
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.
1386201
Dunno, never tried. I'd suggest calling Home Depot, ask the experts! Good luck, love the saw, had it for close to 6 years!
1682310
On my unit the 3 screws that hold the blade will not release. I have tried both directions...thinking they may be reverse thread...still no movement.Tried some penetrant...no luck.Any thoughts
1139709
Did you try oiling the blade. But besides that I think it's a norm. If you have any problems email me thanks
1373445
No idea, sorry. My saw works fine and have had no issues with it. I would call Poulan direct and get list of area shops who would be able to work on your saw. Good luck!
918297
sorry I can't help you with this. I don't use the saw much and this problem has not happened to me.
2033671
I was doing similar cutting and found out to get the best cut I had to blow across the blade opening after 3 cuts. It seemed to get clogged with almost invisabe pieces of paper. I was using a new blade. Oncertainly I was done with all the fussy cutting blade works fine. Been told that a blade last 3 - 6 months with normal cutting. I had used a previous blade for Six months.
272612
Same here. It worked fine for a while, and suddenly, the blade wouldn't go back down. Can't figure it out.
859470
Does the blade stop as soon as you begin your cut or after you get into the cut? If it is after you get into the cut, the blade is probably getting pinched or in a bind. Be sure to support both sides of the material you are cutting. If it is stopping as soon as it makes contact with what you are cutting, there is probably a problem with the saw.
39531
The saw has a drive belt and I bet yours is a bit stretched. Easy to replace. Check your owners manual for belt replacement - might be on page 37. That should do the trick for you.
560484
Yes. I had the same problem. Call Rikon and be as ass about it. I gave up the first time and bought another saw from Amazon. When the second motor died I called three or four times and was a complete ass. They sent me a replacement for free because it has a one year warranty. If you are using it for meat, you have to cover the motor with a plastic bag before you wash it down. Otherwise, the motor isn&#699;t well sealed and moisture will condense it in and destroy the brushes. My best advice, if they don&#699;t replace it never buy another. It really is poorly constructed and I&#699;m only using it until it dies and getting a Hobart or a Biro saw.
1884877
I can't answer this but can only speculate. I understand manufacturing flaws but I think most users are not reading the book and properly setting up the saw the first time. I've used mine multiple times and have never had a problem. I love it!
988021
I wish I could help, but I've never had a problem with the blade cracking. Perhaps, there was a flaw in the one you had.