A blade may need service when it leaves rough edges, pulls sheets from the stack, fails to cut the bottom sheets, requires repeated cuts, or creates the same nick across every finished piece. Increased cutting pressure and unusual machine noise can also point to blade or setup problems. Before removing the blade, inspect the cutting stick, clamp pressure, paper alignment, and stock condition. Adhesive-coated material, laminated sheets, and some synthetic stocks may dull blades more quickly or leave residue on the edge. Stop operating the cutter when the blade appears loose, cracked, or incorrectly aligned. Continuing to cut with damaged equipment can affect accuracy, harm the blade carrier, and create a serious safety risk.