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bubbaloo158

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DW788 Stops Running???
« on: December 22, 2012, 02:46:18 pm »
Howdy all...

I was just doing some cutting on my 788.  While threading a hole, my foot accidentally touched the pedal while the arm was up.  It made a funny noise.  I finished getting ready for the cut.  I stepped on the pedal.  Nothing.  Keep in mind that I only TOUCHED the pedal - just a tap - nothing more.

The first thing I checked was the pedal... I plugged the light into it and it was working fine.  I then noticed what looked like a reset button on or near the motor.  I depressed this, held it for about 60 seconds, and still nothing.  I do know that it isn't one of my house breakers because everything else I plugged into the same plug works.  I am at a loss as to what happened.  Surely I didn't burn the motor, did I???  I'm in panic mode here.

Hoping some of the great wisdom that I get from here all the time will come through and get me up and running again.

Bobby
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #1 on: December 22, 2012, 02:50:24 pm »
That 'little thing under the motor' is a fuse holder!
You may have blown the fuse in the machine circuit.
It takes a small automotive type fuse.
I think the number is AG13 but I will have to check for sure when I get back home.

~~~GB~~~
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #2 on: December 22, 2012, 03:03:21 pm »
I agree with GB. Check the fuse on the saw.  8)
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #3 on: December 22, 2012, 04:16:53 pm »
I had to replace mine a few weeks ago and it believe it was a 3 amp fuse
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #4 on: December 22, 2012, 04:36:59 pm »
Use a small flat blade screw driver. There is a small slot on top of the fuse holder, insert the screw driver into the slot and gently push down. The fuse will pop out.
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #5 on: December 22, 2012, 09:33:28 pm »
Thanks for all the help... very much appreciated indeed!!!

After I put up my post about my problem I went back down to the shop.  Just for fun I had a look up in one of the cupboards to see if I could find the manual.  I wasn't holding my breath over it because I am notorious for misplacing manuals.  Who needs them right?  Well lo and be hold, there it was!!!  I couldn't believe my good fortune.  I came to the page with the fuse info and knew that my problem was solved.  I went up to the electronics store and got them, rushed back home to put them in.  Success!!!

Thanks again

Bobby
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #6 on: December 22, 2012, 09:58:16 pm »
Glad it worked out for you Bobby!
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Re: DW788 Stops Running???
« Reply #7 on: December 23, 2012, 08:03:36 am »
Better to have the saw to blow a fuse than you!!!
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