If the saw lock buttons are not working, it will be caused by the saw plunge mechanism not fully returning to the unplunged position. Using a torx 15 bit remove the 5 screws holding grey saw blade cover plate. Then you will find undoubtedly a compressed wad of sawdust on the plunge mechanism. Remove this, give it a clean and replace the cover and the lock mechanism will work.
Thank you. I would add though to remove the blade also after taking the cover off. Hold it with a vise grip as it probably won't lock. I didn't see the caked dust behind the blade the first time I tried to clean it out.
I can say beyond doubt that this example works, and saved me from buying a new track saw. Many much thanks for this. And yes, the instructions in the manual may be one of the worst, if not THE worst I've ever seen for a power tool.
A few words with the video wouldn't have gone a miss, but still, it's correct and shows you what to do. Answering a question below, to stop the blade spinning, after rotating the lever 1/4 turn clockwise, you then hold it down to stop the blade. As soon as you stop holding it down, it comes up and the blade turns again.
Mine will NOT work this way. I've tried it numerous times. After I press the lock button, the saw will not plunge; pressing the lock button on mine locks it from plunging. I can see the rod move out of the plunge groove. I may have a little bit different saw. Mine is definitely a DWS520.
@@olpallix No. It's actually pretty clean. I bought it second hand; It plunged, ran strong and sounded good, had both the long and short track. I've tried looking at the parts breakdown but it is so exploded that I cannot tell what actually locks the blade. I CAN get the blade off if I clamp it with a pair of vise grips to hold it, but I really hate to do that. I'm considering taking it apart to have a look. Also, the riving knife has been removed, but I don't think that has anything to do with the blade lock. Thank you for the quick reply.
David Gagnon Shame the roving knife is out. I can moderata d why they do it. To plunge in the middle of a piece of would. But it will give you more kick back and burning in my opinion. If you do carry on using if like so I would make sure you have a firm grip on the saw. But I’m sure you know all this stuff already mate. Cheers. Enjoy woodworking!!!
@@olpallix Yes. I'm seriously considering replacing the removed parts to put the riving knife back on it. The sad part is, I'm in the U.S. The U.S sites that sell DeWalt parts are showing about 95% of the parts for this saw aew discontinued. I accidentally went to a site and found them all available except for the Hex Key wrench for the blade. It was a website in the UK! I don't understand that. Guess I might have to pay international shipping as well as get nicked one the exchange rate. :-(
Exactly the same issue here and I bought my saw second hand as well. Quick workaround: I dismantled the handle so the machanism for the lock doesn't work. After that this video works perfectly for me. Assembling the handle again and the problem is back. At least I can change my blade without using heavy tools or a vice.
If the saw lock buttons are not working, it will be caused by the saw plunge mechanism not fully returning to the unplunged position. Using a torx 15 bit remove the 5 screws holding grey saw blade cover plate. Then you will find undoubtedly a compressed wad of sawdust on the plunge mechanism. Remove this, give it a clean and replace the cover and the lock mechanism will work.
Perfect! That solved the problem! Thanks a lot for your comment.
Thank you.
I would add though to remove the blade also after taking the cover off. Hold it with a vise grip as it probably won't lock.
I didn't see the caked dust behind the blade the first time I tried to clean it out.
Ty so much. I would never reach that conclusion. 👍
MVP comment. Saved me from throwing my saw across the shop. Haha
And how! That was like an archeological dig with all the layers
I can say beyond doubt that this example works, and saved me from buying a new track saw. Many much thanks for this.
And yes, the instructions in the manual may be one of the worst, if not THE worst I've ever seen for a power tool.
You are welcome. Yes I could not figure out the instructions either that’s why I posted this. Thank you for your positive comment glad it helped!!
Yes. The instructions might as well be printed in Klingon.
A few words with the video wouldn't have gone a miss, but still, it's correct and shows you what to do. Answering a question below, to stop the blade spinning, after rotating the lever 1/4 turn clockwise, you then hold it down to stop the blade. As soon as you stop holding it down, it comes up and the blade turns again.
this vid is accurate. glad i can finally change my dang blade lol
Yeah I remember the Dewalt instructions being so pants that once I figured it out I had to do a vid. Glad it helps!! 👍👍
Brilliant, Thanks
No Brasil se fala bem pouco dessa serra. Mas acho ela incrível.
Mine will NOT work this way. I've tried it numerous times. After I press the lock button, the saw will not plunge; pressing the lock button on mine locks it from plunging. I can see the rod move out of the plunge groove. I may have a little bit different saw. Mine is definitely a DWS520.
Shame can’t help you as I do not have the saw anymore. Is it really dusty. Crusted with sawdust?
@@olpallix No. It's actually pretty clean. I bought it second hand; It plunged, ran strong and sounded good, had both the long and short track. I've tried looking at the parts breakdown but it is so exploded that I cannot tell what actually locks the blade. I CAN get the blade off if I clamp it with a pair of vise grips to hold it, but I really hate to do that. I'm considering taking it apart to have a look. Also, the riving knife has been removed, but I don't think that has anything to do with the blade lock.
Thank you for the quick reply.
David Gagnon Shame the roving knife is out. I can moderata d why they do it. To plunge in the middle of a piece of would. But it will give you more kick back and burning in my opinion. If you do carry on using if like so I would make sure you have a firm grip on the saw. But I’m sure you know all this stuff already mate. Cheers. Enjoy woodworking!!!
@@olpallix Yes. I'm seriously considering replacing the removed parts to put the riving knife back on it. The sad part is, I'm in the U.S. The U.S sites that sell DeWalt parts are showing about 95% of the parts for this saw aew discontinued. I accidentally went to a site and found them all available except for the Hex Key wrench for the blade. It was a website in the UK! I don't understand that. Guess I might have to pay international shipping as well as get nicked one the exchange rate. :-(
Exactly the same issue here and I bought my saw second hand as well. Quick workaround: I dismantled the handle so the machanism for the lock doesn't work. After that this video works perfectly for me. Assembling the handle again and the problem is back. At least I can change my blade without using heavy tools or a vice.
Mine doesn't seem to be locking in place to hold the blade still. Also it won't plunge below 20mm.
Unfortunately I do not have the saw anymore so I cannot check for you. Or give you n idea on what is possibly wrong. Sorry hope you find a way
My button just doesn't push down