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OUBLESHOO
TING
TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the Utility Sharpener, turn
the switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the power cord from the electrical
receptacle before making any adjustments.
SYPROBLEM
LIKELY CAUSE
SOLUTION
Motor does not run
Machine not plugged in
Power switch in “OFF” position
Power cord is faulty
Fuse or circuit breaker
are open
Damaged motor
Plug power cord into electrical
receptacle
Push switch to Forward or
Reverse
Overloaded electrical circuit
Motor does not
have full power
Incorrect line voltage
Damaged motor
Have a qualified electrician
check line for proper voltage
Motor runs hot
Motor is overloaded
Incorrect line voltage
Capacitor has failed
Reduce pressure on workpiece
Have a qualified electrician check
line for proper voltage
Return to Professional Service
Center
Return to Professional Service
Center
Return to Professional Service
Center
Return to Professional Service
Center
Motor stalls or runs slow
Fuse blows or
circuit breaker
trips
Motor overloaded
Overloaded electrical circuit
Wrong fuse or circuit breaker
Undersized or excessive length
of extension cord, see manual
Grinding wheel is blocked
Reduce pressure on workpiece
Reduce the amount of items
on circuit
Replace with correct fuse or
circuit breaker
Use correct size
Unplug machine and remove
obstruction
Motor is overloaded
Poor air circulation around
motor
Reduce pressure on workpiece
Remove any blockage around
openings in the base
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