Why wont my miter saw lift up?

Depending on the model, it may require twisting, but typically is only an inward, outward movement of the pin. The blade should lift up automatically when the pin is released. The guard should cover the blade as it lifts. If it doesn’t, it’s likely dirty or stuck and should be cleaned to move freely with the blade.

How do you release the safety on a miter saw?

To unlock the blade’s side-to-side swivel action, you have to twist the knurled knob. If you loosen the knob, the miter saw will become unlocked and if you tighten it, then it will be locked in place. You can release the preset angle lock by depressing the lever using the middle or index finger.

How do you unlock a tool shop compound miter saw?

How do you unlock a Dewalt miter saw?

This lock is common in the DEWALT miter saws. This is the easiest thing to unlock when you are starting a project. Just twist the knurled knob in the counterclockwise direction and this will be unlocked.

Why wont my miter saw lift up?

Depending on the model, it may require twisting, but typically is only an inward, outward movement of the pin. The blade should lift up automatically when the pin is released. The guard should cover the blade as it lifts. If it doesn’t, it’s likely dirty or stuck and should be cleaned to move freely with the blade.

How do you release the safety on a miter saw?

To unlock the blade’s side-to-side swivel action, you have to twist the knurled knob. If you loosen the knob, the miter saw will become unlocked and if you tighten it, then it will be locked in place. You can release the preset angle lock by depressing the lever using the middle or index finger.

How do you unlock a tool shop compound miter saw?

How do you unlock a Dewalt miter saw?

This lock is common in the DEWALT miter saws. This is the easiest thing to unlock when you are starting a project. Just twist the knurled knob in the counterclockwise direction and this will be unlocked.