I mounted my foot switch to my saw stand right at knee height while sitting, I think I'm going to like it, it don't take much, just push in with my knee a little to start it up. Feels pretty comfortable. Anybody else do this?
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Yeah, I did that on my previous saw. Forgot about that. Hummmm, gona try it again.
I did like it.
My grandson's came over for a week and I put it on a block so it would be easier for them and never put it back up for the knee.
Thanks for the reminder.Pacifism is great, as long as everyone is participating.
StephenD
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Desert Woodcrafters
Grandpa for the 7 most amazing children.
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I did it and fasten it with velcro. Use it for my Dremel drill press.
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Have not thought of using the foot switch with my knee but that sounds like a good idea. One thing for sure I don't think I will ever be without a foot switch again, love it.Bob making sawdust in SW Louisiana
with a EX-21
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Never thought about using it as a knee switch, I'll have to think about that. I know I can't live without it though.
Tom
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I put mine on the saw at knee height yesterday and I sure like it.Pacifism is great, as long as everyone is participating.
StephenD
The Southern Arizona Woodturners Association
Desert Woodcrafters
Grandpa for the 7 most amazing children.
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Newbie with dumb question: Just got a DW scrollsaw on Craigslist. It sawed for 5 minutes, and then the switch gave out. I see this is a common problem with DW, so I'm not too anxious...
Before I take it in for repair, what can I (no elect background) try on my own. What kind of foot pedal should I purchase? How do I attach it to the saw? Sorry if too dumb!
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Remove the plastic cover over the switch and blow the switch out with condensed air. I have my switch covered with a plastic bag and tape; the problem is caused by an accumulation of dust in the (unsealed) switch.
I prefer the foot switch that turns on and stays on until it is depressed again. Others like the bulb type, which stays on only as long as you hold the swith down with your foot. Installation is simple--plug the switch into an outlet, plug the saw into the switch, and make sure that your machine is turned on. That's all there is to it.
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I mounted mine on the saw leg at a comfortable highth for my foot. I don't want to have to hold the switch on with my knee, as it has to be held to keep it running. I like the idea of just taking my foot off the switch to stop the saw. It sure is worth having & not a problem with dust any more. I just used packing tape over my switch. Works great.PERK
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