April 20, 2023

Band saw articles

By Lyle Weischwill

These band saw articles and videos from Sears PartsDirect help you get the best possible results from your machine. From the answers to common questions to blade storage tips, we can help. For more DIY advice, check out our band saw repair help section for troubleshooting guidance and step-by-step repair instructions.

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Articles and videos common to all band saws

June 29, 2022

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

By Lyle Weischwill
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Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.

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December 28, 2021

How to tell if a fuse is blown

By Lyle Weischwill
Riding mower fuse

Learn how to tell whether a fuse is blown

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January 18, 2016

How to use a multimeter to test electrical parts video

By Lyle Weischwill
How to use a multimeter to test electrical parts.

Learn how to use a multimeter to check for wiring problems in an appliance that's not working

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April 1, 2015

Band saw common questions

By Lyle Weischwill
Band saw common questions.

These answers to common questions can help you make the most of your band saw.

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April 19, 2023

Why won't my band saw cut straight?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: dull blade, improper feeding, loose blade tension, not using a work piece guide
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April 19, 2023

Why won't my my band saw's blade move?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: broken saw blade, bad drive belt, damaged rubber tire
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April 19, 2023

Why won't my band saw start?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: lack of electrical power, broken power cord, bad on/off switch, faulty drive motor
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April 19, 2023

Why is my band saw cutting slowly?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: dull blade, using the wrong type of blade, weak drive motor
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April 19, 2023

Why does my band saw blade slip off the wheel?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: damaged rubber tire, worn wheel bearings, loose blade tension, dull saw blade
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April 19, 2023

Why does my band saw make inaccurate bevel cuts?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: angle indicator needs adjustment, dull blade
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April 19, 2023

Why does my band saw make ragged cuts?

By Lyle Weischwill
Main causes: dull blade, using the wrong type of blade, feeding work piece to quickly, loose blade tension
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Repair guides for band saws

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your band saw.

April 1, 2015

How to replace a band saw on-off switch

By Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a band saw on-off switch

If the switch won't turn the band saw on or off, it could be defective. Replace the switch, using these steps.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
April 1, 2015

How to replace a band saw drive belt

By Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a band saw drive belt

If the motor runs but the blade doesn't move, it could be that the drive belt is broken. Here's how to replace it.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
April 1, 2015

How to replace a band saw blade

By Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a band saw blade

If the saw blade is dull or damaged and isn't cutting cleanly, replace the blade following these steps.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

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