Radial Arm saw motor problem...

[RickJ]

The saw- Craftsman 10" radial, from around '75
when I turn the motor on, it hums, blade will not turn, then goes quite and have to reset breaker.
Usually this is when a blade gets stuck or movement impeded. Not this time even with blade off. I love this saw. Any one have an idea where to look or fix? thanks

[daddo]

I had one of those for many years- I don't think it has a capacitor.

If it is 220v, check that you have proper voltage going to the motor.

If it's 120v- bad motor winding.

[RogerD]

Pull the plug out from wall outlet. Open the cover of the box on the motor that houses the wiring to change motor voltage and use a screwdriver to tap on the start/stop relay in the box. There also is a capacitor in the box but probably is ok. I had the same issue and this corrected the problem. Plug back in and turn power switch on.

Roger in Texas

[RickJ]

thanks all... hope to get it back going again...

[BloomingtonMike]

Have a picture? I might have one you can have for shipping. Mine may be older than that.

[Joe K1]

If you are not aware of the recall, check radialarmsawrecall.com There is an guard and table upgrade kit available or $100 for returning the motor and carriage assembly, depends on the model. Costs you nothing. A couple of months ago I took the $100 for my 1970.

[RickJ]

the recall - I'll be dammed! Yes, I am one of those. I did not see where I get a new motor. Wow, thanks for this tip.

[JGrout]

RickJ said:

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the recall - I'll be dammed! Yes, I am one of those. I did not see where I get a new motor. Wow, thanks for this tip.

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you don't you get 100 dollars..

As for the problem open up the box as stated and blow out all the accumulated dust. It will run again.....

Joe

[BobW]

JGrout said:

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[blockquote]RickJ said:

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the recall - I'll be dammed! Yes, I am one of those. I did not see where I get a new motor. Wow, thanks for this tip.

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you don't you get 100 dollars..

As for the problem open up the box as stated and blow out all the accumulated dust. It will run again.....

Joe

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Why not? I don't know where he got the idea that he'd get a new motor, but why can't he get $100 for sending in the motor and carriage?

Just curious...I've got a 1969 model that I bought new and wouldn't consider turning in for $100. Has something changed in the recall program?

[Arlin Eastman]

Rick

IF you can buy this one in S&S it is fantastic and great price too and he is in NV too.

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