For the first time since I moved here, I fired up my scroll saw after mounting it to my new miter saw table (on a removable mount). Well, fired up isn't exactly what happened. Actually, nothing happened. Checked it over and couldn't figure it out. Called Home Depot and they gave me the number for the local service center (which is actually a third party electrical place). Took it into them and they quickly determined that one of the brushes was broken (he said it looked like it exploded). OK, replace the brush. Nope - they are not available, have to replace the whole motor. Now when I bought this a couple of years ago, I paid about $120 or so for it (if I recall correctly). A comprable replacement goes for about $100 (the Ryobi). The motor - $95!!! No thanks!!! I spent the better part of a day making calls about getting replacement brushes. I can't find them. And to make matters worse, the local Depot says I'm outa luck as brushes are designed to wear out and are not covered in the warranty.
I plan on actually going to the Depot tomorrow, with the saw, to speak with the manager and not leaving until I get resolution.
Any of you have any other ideas? In particular, where I may be able to get some brushes. <sighs in frustration>
Oh, I've also sent Ridgid an e-mail asking this same question.
Thanks, Be well,
Doc