Sawstop ICS Table Saw

2026-04-30T01:15:19Z

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Asmbly has two SawStop 10" Industrial Cabinet Saws.

* model ICS51230 5hp is owned by Asmbly
* model ICS73230 7.5hp is hosted by Danny

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==Consumables==
General-purpose blades suitable for most applications are provided by Asmbly. We understand that some users may wish to provide a more application-specific blade; if this is the case, please discuss with the [mailto:workshop@asmbly.org Workshop Committee] on getting checked out to change the blade and properly adjust the SawStop brake cartridge. Inexpert blade changes can lead to misfire of the blade brake.

<b>If you cause the brake to fire, you will be charged for a replacement! Go to the Neon store and purchase a blade and cartridge for $160.</b>

https://asmbly.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/asmbly/login.jsp

The SawStop system is designed to reduce the risk of personal injury when using the table saw. The brake cartridge is single-use and must be replaced after engagement. It may be falsely triggered by conductive materials, for example

* Metallic fixtures (like an aluminum miter gauge)
* Very wet wood, especially when its treated
* Metallized plastics (like mirrored acrylic)
* Heavily carbonized (ie burnt) wood (this includes wood that’s been cut using a laser)
* Embedded fasteners (screws / nails / staples)

Asmbly keeps spare brake cartridges and blades in stock.

If you need to cut wood that’s been laser cut, consider using the track saw or a band saw.

== Accessories ==
* [[Table_Saw_Sled|Table Saw Sled]]

==Resources==
* [[Media:Sawstop ICS Manual.pdf|Instruction Manual]]

==Troubleshooting==

If the saw does not start when pulling the paddle, the '''two status lights''' on the control box may indicate why:

After turning the main power switch on, the status lights will blink as the saw boots up. A solid green light with no red light indicates that the saw is ready to start. '''The saw will refuse to start while it’s still booting''', and the status lights will flash (labelled “Push Start/Stop Paddle To OFF” on the below cheat-sheet).

[[File:Sawstop system status lights.png|thumb]]
''This cheat-sheet is from page 30 in the above-linked manual. It’s also printed on the left side of the control box near the start paddle.''

The saw may also refuse to start if it detects contact with the blade when the paddle is pulled on (labelled “Contact Detected During Standby” in the cheat-sheet). Make sure nothing (including your workpiece) is contacting the blade when starting the saw.

If no status lights appear after turning the main power switch on, make sure the red-and-yellow disconnect rotary switch (left side of the cabinet) is in the on position.

==Routine Maintenance==
===Clear Dust Collection Hoses===
Small offcuts can frequently fall into the table saw and clog the dust collection hoses. The hoses should be visually inspected for blockages daily or whenever excessive sawdust is observed during operation. When the dust collection system is working correctly, very little sawdust should accumulate around the table saw.
====Procedure====
[[File:SawStopClogSmall.jpg|frameless|right]]
#Find the dust collection port behind the saw, low to the ground.
##Watch you head!
#Visually inspect the hose for a clog. The hose is slightly transparent for easy inspection. A clogged hose is heaver than you might expect. Lift the hose off the ground.
#If clogged, remove the hose clamp and hose from the saw.
#Shake the hose and gently hit the sides of the hose to remove stuck debris.
#If the dust collection port is also clogged, insert a shop vac into the port until the port is clear of debris.
#Reattach the hose.

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