SawStop 10” Contractor Saw 77
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
Cannot remove the brake cartridge.
1. The cartridge key is still installed.
1. Remove the cartridge key.
2. The cartridge is bound up on the
pivot pin and the positioning pin.
2. Pry the cartridge off the pins with a
blade wrench as described on page 61.
3. The quick-release clamp handle is
in the way.
3. Swing the clamp handle fully upward to
clear the cartridge.
4. The dust shroud is in the way.
4. Raise the blade elevation fully.
Cannot install the brake cartridge.
1. The holes in the cartridge shell are
not aligned with the pivot pin and
positioning pin.
1. Make sure the mounting holes in the
cartridge are aligned with the pivot and
positioning pins.
2. There is debris on the pivot or
positioning pins, or in the cartridge
mounting holes.
2. Make sure the pins and mounting holes
are clean and free of obstructions.
3. The blade is interfering with the
brake pawl.
3. Adjust the brake positioning bolt to
move the cartridge mounting bracket
away from the blade.
Cannot remove the cartridge key.
1. The cartridge key is not turned to
the UNLOCKED position.
1. Turn the key clockwise until it stops.
2. The shaft of the cartridge key is
binding in the cartridge or on the
cartridge mounting bracket.
2. Try turning and removing the key while
pressing upward or downward on the
key or cartridge.
Cannot install the cartridge key.
1. The key is not rotated properly
to align with the keyhole in the
cartridge.
1. Rotate the key so that the handle is
pointing directly toward the brake pawl.
2. The shaft of the cartridge key is
binding in the cartridge or on the
cartridge bracket.
2. Try installing the key while pressing
upward or downward on the key or
cartridge.
Cannot lower the blade below the
table.
1. The lower elevation limit stop is not
adjusted properly.
1. Adjust the lower elevation limit stop.
2. Sawdust has accumulated within
the trunnion assembly and on top
of the lower elevation limit bolt.
2. Locate the top of the lower elevation
limit bolt and ensure that there is no
sawdust on top of it or around it.
The blade slows down when cutting,
but does not stop.
1. The motor belt is warn or damaged. 1. Replace the motor belt.
2. The blade is binding on the wood.
2. Ensure the spreader or riving knife is
aligned with the blade. If using the rip
fence, ensure it is aligned parallel to
the blade.
3. The blade is installed backwards.
3. Remove the blade and reinstall in the
correct orientation.
4. The voltage supplied to the motor is
incorrect.
4. Ensure the motor is wired to match
the power that is being supplied. If
using an extension cord, ensure the
extension cord is the correct gauge.
