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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Remedy
Tool will not
start
1. The power cord is not plugged
in.
1. Plug tool into power source.
2. The power source fuse or
circuit breaker tripped.
2. Replace the fuse or reset the tripped
circuit breaker. (If the product
repeatedly causes the circuit or fuse to
trip/blow, discontinue use immediately
and have it serviced by an Authorized
SKIL Service Center or Service
Station.)
3. Cord damaged. 3. Inspect the cord for damage. If
damaged, have the cord replaced by
an Authorized SKIL Service Center or
Service Station.
4. Burned out switch. 4. Have switch replaced by an Authorized
SKIL Service Center or Service
Station.
Tool does not
come up to
speed
1. Extension cord has insufcient
gauge or is too long.
1. Replace with adequate extension cord
(Refer to the part of “EXTENSION
CORDS”).
2. Low house voltage. 2. Contact your electric company.
Excessive
vibration
1. Blade is bent. 1. Discard blade and use different blade.
2. Blade not secure in blade
holder.
2. See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
section, “Tool-free Blade Installation”.