Bolton Tools TGK-4240

Questions and Answers

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pluceroAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Bolton Tools TGK-4240 makes bad cuts?
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  Thomas FosterAug 16, 2025
  If your Bolton Tools Saw is producing bad cuts, consider the following: * The feed pressure may be too great; reduce it by increasing the spring tension on the side of the saw. * The guide bearing might not be adjusted properly; adjust the guide bearing, ensuring the clearance is not greater than 0.001mm. * The blade tension could be inadequate; increase it by adjusting the blade tension. * The blade may be dull; replace it. * The speed might be incorrect; adjust it. * The blade guide could be spaced out too much; adjust the guide space. * The blade guide assembly might be loose; tighten it. * The blade truck may be too far away from the wheel flanges; re-track the blade according to the operating instructions.
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Christine BarnesAug 20, 2025
What causes premature blade dulling in my Bolton Tools TGK-4240?
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  Jean DuffyAug 20, 2025
  Premature blade dulling in your Bolton Tools Saw can be caused by: * Teeth being too coarse; use finer teeth. * Too much speed; decrease the speed. * Inadequate feed pressure; decrease the spring tension on the side of the saw. * Hard spots or scale on the material; reduce speed and increase feed pressure. * Work hardening of the material; increase feed pressure by reducing spring tension. * Blade twist; replace with a new blade and adjust blade tension. * Insufficient blade tension; tighten the blade tension adjustable knob.
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brian93Aug 25, 2025
How to fix a Bolton Tools TGK-4240 Saw motor that is running too hot?
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  Robert ThomasAug 25, 2025
  If your Bolton Tools Saw motor is running too hot, here are some possible causes and solutions: * Blade tension too high: Reduce tension on the blade. * Drive belt tension too high: Reduce tension on the drive belt. * Gears need lubrication: Check the oil bath. * Cut is binding the blade: Decrease feed and speed. * Gears aligned improperly: Adjust gears so that the worm is in the center of the gear.
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Larry ScottAug 27, 2025
What to do if the blade is twisting on my Bolton Tools TGK-4240 Saw?
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  Gabrielle ColeAug 27, 2025
  If the blade is twisting on your Bolton Tools Saw, it could be due to: * The cut binding the blade; decrease feed pressure. * Too much blade tension; decrease blade tension.
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Christine ColemanAug 31, 2025
What causes teeth ripping from the blade on my Bolton Tools TGK-4240?
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  Larry AyalaAug 31, 2025
  If teeth are ripping from the blade on your Bolton Tools Saw, consider the following: * The tooth may be too coarse for the work; use a finer tooth blade. * There may be too heavy pressure and too slow speed; decrease pressure and increase speed. * The work piece may be vibrating; clamp the work piece securely. * The gullets may be loading; use a coarse tooth blade or a brush to remove chips.
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Mark RiveraSep 4, 2025
What causes bad and rough cuts with my Bolton Tools TGK-4240?
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  Michael ThomasSep 4, 2025
  If your Bolton Tools Saw is producing bad and rough cuts, it could be due to: * Too much speed or feed; decrease the speed or feed. * The blade being too coarse; replace it with a finer blade. * Loose blade tension; adjust the blade tension.
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gparkSep 7, 2025
Why is there unusual wear on the side or back of the blade on my Bolton Tools TGK-4240?
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  James MedinaSep 7, 2025
  Unusual wear on the side or back of the blade of your Bolton Tools Saw can be caused by: * Worn blade guides; replace them. * Blade guide bearings not adjusted properly; adjust them as per the operator's manual. * A loose blade guide bearing bracket; tighten it.
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xrogersNov 11, 2025
Why does my Bolton Tools TGK-4240 have excessive blade breakage?
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  Allison MartinNov 11, 2025
  Excessive blade breakage in your Bolton Tools Saw can occur for several reasons: * The material may be loose in the vise, so ensure you clamp the work securely. * The speed or feed might be incorrect, so adjust them accordingly. * The blade teeth spacing could be too large; replace it with a blade that has smaller teeth spacing. * The material might be too coarse, so use a blade with slow speed and small teeth spacing. * The blade tension may be incorrect; adjust it until the blade barely slips on the wheel. * The teeth may be in contact with the material before the saw is started; place the blade in correct position after the motor is started. * The blade might be rubbing on the wheel flange; adjust the wheel alignment. * The guide bearings could be misaligned; adjust the...