CSC SYS 50 Reference Drive Fails

[4thisguy]

I was using the saw for a few cuts, then went to make an angle adjustment when it stopped and gave me a reference drive message. So I tried to run the routine and it keeps failing before it completes - message “Reference drive cancelled”. I’m now in a loop where I can’t do anything else with the saw besides the reference drive and it keeps failing. I’ve open all the access areas I can and vacuumed. No obvious obstructions. Any ideas on troubleshooting???

The one time I have an hour to get something done and tool fails on me!

 

[squall_line]

Is the firmware up to date?

 

[4thisguy]

After to stopped I did go and update the firmware, yes

 

[James Carriere]

This just happened to me this week.  I too was stuck in an endless loop even after vacuuming, using compressed air, and removing the bottom for complete cleaning.  If you take off the side cover under the folding table side of the saw you will gain access to another hidden section above the motor.  Try and stop the reference process with the blade fully retracted and beveled.  You will then see a small silver section which would normally be facing the underside of the table. This area has a shallow pocket which can trap dust.  When it’s packed full the blade cannot raise fully which cancels the sequencing.  Once it’s cleared the saw will calibrate properly and become available for use again. 

Good luck!

 

[4thisguy]

Thanks James, I think you’re talking about up here in the picture:

Unfortunately I didn’t have a build up there, tho I did clean it out to make sure. Still failing.

 

[MJT888]

Hi

Did you manage to resolve this?  I have the same thing.

 

[ritmatt]

I had this problem with mine about a week ago and managed to get it resolved by thoroughly cleaning every last bit of sawdust from under the table. I opened both sides and blew everything out with an air compressor nozzle. I removed the batteries, waited a few minutes, and reinstalled them ... twice. I even got a big red "Fatal Electronics Error" once. Eventually, though, after every little bit was cleaned and I'd cycled power a couple of times, it started working again, and I haven't had any more trouble with it since.

 

[razorack]

Its now feb25. I have just gone through this. My advice , in order to save time, is go straight to opening the bottom up by removing the 10 torx screws and start cleaning. If you have got to the point where you are searching for answers, it will likely be something that involves removing the bottom panel. I found a huge amount of dust and chips and fine slithers of ply .
Dont bother standing it on its end because it is a bit unstable and also you cant get to see every spot. I flipped it right over on its top and cleaned everywhere. The use of a blower and vac will help.
In my case I found a small slither of Ply had got in around the blade mechanism and was stopping the calibration. I didnt find it at first because it only got dislodged when i moved the blade on a second recalibration attempt.
I am sure for most people, this is just a matter of finding the offending piece and removing it. Using a blower will help and as I said a little patience with moving the blade in and out a few times with a calibration attempt.
Hope this helps

 

[Mihellis]

Its now feb25. I have just gone through this. My advice , in order to save time, is go straight to opening the bottom up by removing the 10 torx screws and start cleaning. If you have got to the point where you are searching for answers, it will likely be something that involves removing the bottom panel. I found a huge amount of dust and chips and fine slithers of ply .
Dont bother standing it on its end because it is a bit unstable and also you cant get to see every spot. I flipped it right over on its top and cleaned everywhere. The use of a blower and vac will help.
In my case I found a small slither of Ply had got in around the blade mechanism and was stopping the calibration. I didnt find it at first because it only got dislodged when i moved the blade on a second recalibration attempt.
I am sure for most people, this is just a matter of finding the offending piece and removing it. Using a blower will help and as I said a little patience with moving the blade in and out a few times with a calibration attempt.
Hope this helps

Thanks very much for this!! And for the forum.