compound miter saw question - Woodworking Talk

bassin brian · 07-10-2008, 12:20 AM

I have a compound miter saw that is kind of not old but it ain't new either. SOmetimes it cuts great sometimes it smokes really bad and I can't work in my shop very long afterwards. What would be the reason for it smoking so bad.

Woodchuck1957 · 07-10-2008, 02:05 AM

Where is the smoke comeing from ? The motor or the blade ?

bassin brian · 07-10-2008, 12:39 PM

blade

sweensdv · 07-10-2008, 12:51 PM

Dull blade......... replace or sharpen.

GAZU · 08-12-2009, 04:21 PM

If the smoke smells like wood, then it's the blade. If it smells line burning plastic or rubber and makes you want to sneeze and your eyes water, it is probably the motor and you should immediatly shut-duwn and unplug, as thes may pose a serious fire hazard.

phinds · 08-12-2009, 09:42 PM

You may also have gum buildup on the blade --- try cleaning in addition to sharpening.

Paul

scribbles · 08-13-2009, 12:46 AM

buy a new good blade.

Pirate · 08-13-2009, 11:45 PM

Push the blade down harder. Just kidding. Sharpen or replace the blade.

Bearcreek · 08-17-2009, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bassin brian

I have a compound miter saw that is kind of not old but it ain't new either. SOmetimes it cuts great sometimes it smokes really bad and I can't work in my shop very long afterwards. What would be the reason for it smoking so bad.

Is it a Chevy brand...if so theres your problem. Paint Ford on the side and the issue is solved

skymaster · 08-17-2009, 08:05 PM

Bear: ROFLMFAO How did you problem get solved?

cabinetman · 08-17-2009, 09:18 PM

Sounds like the question was answered. But, excessive smoking could be caused by a severe nicotine habit.

Bearcreek · 08-17-2009, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by skymaster

Bear: ROFLMFAO How did you problem get solved?

Experience my friend, experience

scribbles · 08-18-2009, 01:02 AM

lit the shop on fire