How to unlock the Ozito mitre saw head?

[caroleous]

How to unlock the saw head on Ozito 2100W 254mm 10" Corded Double Bevel Sliding Mitre Saw?

Hi got a new mitre saw which is working well in every respect except I cant unlock the head to let it lift? The instructions have nothing in them mentioning it either. There's a screw knob where I would expect to loosen it, but nope still locked. Appreciate any help here. Might just be me being night blind!

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @caroleous. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about Ozito saws.

I believe it would be the lockdown pin referenced in the instruction manual. Push the saw head downwards via the handle to release tension on the pin. Pull the pin outwards to the right, and whilst it is pulled out, allow the head of the saw to lift up.

Please let me know if you have any questions and how you go.

Mitchell
 

[caroleous]

Thanks Mitchell, I'll give it another try. I think it might just be extremely tight which made me wonder if it was the correct one. Might need some extra encouragement.

[MitchellMc]

That could well be the case, @caroleous. Ensure you push the head right down, as without releasing the pressure, I don't believe you can pull the pin out. And yes, it can be quite stiff. Mine took a good yank to pull out initially and then loosened up over time.

Mitchell

[Noyade]

As per @MitchellMc 's thoughts @caroleous.

Methinks the upward pressure from the motor/blade head spring is countering the force required to pull the pin outwards.

Let us know how you get on please.

[caroleous]

Thanks @Noyade and @MitchellMc 

I tried again making sure to press down on the head but it is holding solid. I'm going to try some WD40 in a minute and see if that does anything though as the pin hasn't moved a micromillimetre I don't know....seems difficult to lubricate? I will take a picture if it remains stubborn.

[MitchellMc]

Hi again @caroleous,

I'm currently getting in contact with one of our stores to check out the display and verify how difficult it is to operate the release pin. In the interim, can I get you to try holding constant pressure on the pin, pulling it out, then, with your other hand, pressing the handle down and releasing it? Do this several times.

With the constant pulling of the pin and the bobbing of the head it can allow the pin to work it's way out.

Mitchell

[MitchellMc]

I've had a store team member look at a display model, and although stiff, the pin can easily be pulled out @caroleous. This should be quite easy, and given the amount of grief it's causing you, I would suggest the next step is to return the saw to your local store. They'll be able to check the pin on the new saw to ensure it pulls out easily.

I do apologise for this inconvenience.

Mitchell

[caroleous]

thanks @MitchellMc 

I will let you know how I go!