symptom

The Depth Adjustment Will Not Set, Lock, Or Hold

The shoe will not set or clamp at depth, or cutting depth changes during use.

What this symptom means

The shoe will not set or clamp at depth, or cutting depth changes during use.

Likely Root Causes

  • Depth lever is not fully loosened or tightened
  • Sawdust is packed in the shoe slide or pivot
  • Depth scale, lever, pivot, or shoe is bent or damaged
  • Fastener or clamping surface is worn or loose
  • Internal or structural adjustment repair is required

Quick Checks

  1. The selected depth stays fixed through a supported test cut.

Repair Preview

  1. Remove the battery, place the saw on a stable surface, and loosen the depth lever.
  2. Brush the slide dry and move the shoe through its full range.
  3. Set depth so about one-half tooth projects below the workpiece, then tighten the lever firmly.
  4. - Push-test and make a scrap cut - if depth moves or the lever will not lock, seek service.

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