I have a DeWalt DW708 miter saw and the laser has been acting up for a while, but now it's completely stopped working. I took the laser off and found some dirt inside, which I cleaned up with contact cleaner. I also replaced the batteries, although the new ones (357/303) aren't the original model (1154). After reassembling everything, the laser still won't turn on. Is there anything else I can try before I give up and replace the whole laser assembly?
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You might want to look into an LED shadow kit that some users have been talking about. It’s supposed to provide more accuracy than the laser. I think it’s worth exploring if you’re looking for alternatives. Just do a quick search for LED blade shadow kits to find some options you can use instead of the laser.
What should I search for besides 'DeWalt saw LED kit'? I found some replacement lasers but want to make sure I’m looking in the right area.
Lol, have you thought about contacting the laser's union rep for a performance review? Kidding aside, it sounds like you've done quite a lot already. Sometimes, even a simple connection issue can cause the laser to stop working. Check if all the wires are intact and properly connected. If everything seems fine, it may be time to consider a replacement.
I had no idea! I'll definitely check that out. I do like the laser when it works, though.