Milwaukee Circular Saw Won’t Turn On (Fixed)
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- Опубліковано 28 гру 2023
- This video shows how I fixed an issue with a Milwaukee M18 Brushless Circular Saw where it would not turn on when the trigger was pulled. The trigger would click and the light would turn on, but the saw blade would not spin. The issue appears to have been caused by some buildup on the contacts inside of the trigger switch.
Model: 2631-20
Link to the iFixit screwdriver bit set I used:
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Link to the service parts list 2018 version:
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Link to the service parts list 2023 version:
documents.milwaukeetool.com/5... - Наука та технологія
for those who have the good switch on both tracks and it still doesn't work try to solder the golden pads of the diod . Because they are lose and dont make good contact. That was the problem in my case.
Thanks for the tip. Pinning this in case it helps others.
Okay hands down this is the best repair video I've seen on UA-cam! No lollygagging and nonsense talking... Great job 👍
Thank you so much. No more scratching my head trying to figure out why this was happening. Very clear instructions and tips on the springs, little spongey seal etc. Very very helpful. Folks like you make UA-cam awesome.
Dude! It totally fixed my saw, it’s been driving me nuts for like two years. This took me 15 minutes and it’s working perfectly! Thanks
Fixed in 10 minutes. Thank you! Not all heroes wear capes.
Glad you got it working
Been looking for months on how to fix this. Cleaned the contacts and started working. I used Brasso metal polish to clean contacts. Works great thanks for the video.
That’s crazy i absolutely have to try now I got two worm drive style framing saws that do just this !
Thank you so much!! Saved me a new saw, or a week without my saw while it was being fixed. Such a clear, helpful video! Appreciate it!!!
Another "dead" Milwaukee brought back to life here because of your video. Well explained and well filmed. THANKS!
Well, i guess I'll be taking my rear handled milwaukee saw apart again this weekend 😂 thanks for the video
Just did this and it was the fix for my saw.
There where hardly any black spots on the contact points in the trigger on my saw, but I scraped them anyway and tested with multimeter. Worked fine after that.
Thank you so much!!!
I stumbled on this after my circular saw decided to quit on me this past weekend. I just spent about an hour and it is now back up and running thanks to your excellent, detailed instruction. Many thanks, my friend!
Good work. Glad you got it working 💪
Thank you so much! I was told by the store that the switch was part of the engine assembly, explaining the estimated $199 repair cost when sent in after warranty. I actually just pulled the switch out and used CRC QD Electronic Cleaner spray liberally into the switch box holes without even disassembly, and bam! I have a working saw again! Zero dollars! Thank you for your video showing how simple to get at this is. And shame on Milwaukee for estimating this cost for such a likely simple issue.
That’s good to hear man. Glad you saved a few bucks. And thanks for the tip about the electronic cleaner in case that helps someone else 👍
At last a proper video to solve this problem worked a treat, thank you👏👏👏👏
Thank you for putting this out, my saw has not worked for a year and now it works like new. Thanks
Glad it helped
Thank you for sharing this !!
I been looking for a fix for over a year
This took me about 45 minutes.
Definitely the last Milwaukee tool for me
Glad it helped
Thanks for the video, fixed mine last night, very easy and now it works!
Great video, would never have attempted this only for your clear step by step instructions..
thanks! This video helped me get my saw working again. I also took it too far apart, so the tutorial on that hidden spring (that I lost and replaced) was great. I was a bit concerned when working on it that the trigger didn't have much range of motion when assembled compared to on it's own, but that turned out to be normal. Working perfect!
This worked on my 2730. Thank you! I had to shorten the spring on the trigger because I could not get it back together, but then it worked.
Awesome! Glad you got it fixed up.
Great video! I have the same saw and it’s been junk since the first time I used it. I’ll give this a shot.
Yeah I was really disappointed to have this problem too. I got a whole garage full of Milwaukee stuff and no problems, except this saw. I hope you get yours fixed.
I'll do the same to my saw very disappointed in Milwaukee i thought i was buying the best. Thanks for the video.
NICE now my second worm drive style framing saws has stopped light comes on full battery several lmao of them tried many times nothing but the light I pray this is it
i have the regular skilsaw but followed your instructions and found a piece of plastic had melted and contacts wouldn’t close , cleaned it up and placed back together, best $5 spent at the local swapmeet 😂 thanks dude
That’s awesome man. I love hearing stories like that. Well done 👍
Thank you. Followed this guide and it fixed my problem. I would say it’s not difficult to do but requires a methodical, careful approach. Take your time. I cleaned the contacts with very fine (wet and dry) paper after a wiping with cloth. Contact cleaner fluid would be useful if you have some. Worked first time.
Nice work!
It worked.. my saw is a fuel version.. i needed a deep screwdriver for a couple of the screws. As a bit attached to a screwdriver was too short. Otherwise it was similar. Thanks again.!
i fixed mine today after watching your video. thanks.
Great! Glad you got it fixed
Did you have electric continuity at the battery connection prior to doing this repair? I am experiencing the same issue. However, My multimeter says I have continuity at the battery contact when I pull the trigger.
This worked, thank you.
Awesome. Glad it worked
Worked like a charm! Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Worked like a charm thanks man 😃
Amazing... thank you so much...that pesky spring in the trigger! 😂
Fixed in an hour... Thanks buddy 👍
Glad you got it fixed brother
i’m so glad i have this exact saw and this exact issue and you have the video i needed 😂😂😂😂
Crazy how many people have had this same issue. Glad you got it working
Good stuff, fixed my saw. I added some dielectric grease on the face of all the contacts, hopefully that will keep the contact faces cleaner. Likely not entirely milwaukees fault, whoever they sourced the switch from fell short on type of metal used on contacts, expected amp draw and arc produced, etc. In industrial contacts that would have a capacitor across the contacts (along with the diode) to absorb the arc created when contacts are opened and closed. Its called a "quench arc". You will notice in the video that the control contacts (small wires) are the contacts that are failing to close. Mine was the same.
Good to know. Thanks for the detail.
Worked like a charm excellent video
Glad it helped
Thanks for the video. Did the same thing. How ever it will do it again. The newer model switch switch seems to do better.
Very helpful saved me big time👍🏽
Glad it helped
Great job
100% fix and so easy! Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Great video. Taking time to indicate to sizes and how many of each fastener are the little things that make a how to video superior. Wish me luck i was going to throw my saw out.
Thanks for the kind words! Hope you get yours fixed up.
Thanks a lot!!
Exactly my problem thanks a lot!
Awesome man. Glad you got it fixed
Cheers mate.
DeoxIT D100L improves conductivity of electrical connections. I think it would be useful to reduce contact wear on a switch.
Thank you, you LEGEND!
Glad you got it fixed!
Thanks!
Same here! Thanks' for help!
Happy to help!
Thank saved me some time
Glad it helped!
Could you put some electrical spray or grease on the contacts to stop them forming the carbon scoring?
Worked for me. 👍👊
Good to hear
Legend
Worked for me, this was almost in the bin (trash)😂
Glad you got it fixed! They definitely cost too much to go in the trash 😂
Thank you for sharing this vid with us. My circular saw starts spinning slow and right alway turns off, then I turn it on again and does the same thing starts slow and then stops could it be the same thing as yours.
Yep probably the same thing. Mine did that too. Really inconsistent
Was wondering why the LED light would turn on if the saw isnt working but it looks like is wired to the safety rater than the trigger switch. Was gonna toss the saw when Milwaukee said 195 to repair. Now I'll crack it open and see. Thanks.
Good luck. Hope you get it fixed up
Tried this on mine and worked a couple times until it didn’t. Replaced the entire switch and after only a few uses it’s doing it again. Bought the switch & diode from Milwaukee directly.
Dang dude that sucks. Sorry it didn’t work. Wonder if Milwaukee will help if you call them
They were great talking to about the problem and getting the parts ordered. I’m sure they would be helpful.
i can't believe a brandname like Milwaukee would have this problem there are 60 year old milwaukee tools that the switch still works after decades...what happened to quality or reliability?
No joke, try smacking it. Like the handle by the switch
Tried it didn't work for me 😢
Gracias me ahorrarte unos dolares 😂
Thank you so much . Bo jak mnie wkurwiała, ta piła tarczowa to ja nie mogę.
Only problem is it keeps happening again and again, total pain in the arse.
Why do people talk like this in so many new videos! Omfg it's so annoying
Talk like what?
Why you post inane comments, so annoying