How Do You Replace A Circular Saw Blade?
Whether your circular saw has a carbide-toothed or regular blade, at one point or another they all become dull from use. Replacing the blade can be a bit confusing if the arbor on the saw does not correspond to the blade’s mounting hole. Some arbors are a diamond shape, and others are round. Most modern saw blades come standard with a round hole and offer a prefabricated “knockout” to drive out a diamond-shaped slug for the unique arbor hole. By following a basic process, you can replace the circular saw blade in a matter of minutes. Unplug the saw from all power sources. Turn the saw blade by hand while depressing the motor shaft arbor lock button. This button is generally located next to the motor and the saw blade safety shield. By pressing this button as you revolve the blade, a pin will fit into the motor shaft, preventing it from turning while using a wrench to remove the arbor bolt. Place the crescent wrench or saw blade wrench over the arbor bolt and turn in a clockwise directi
