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SKU 32650
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible causes
likely Solutions
Tool will not start.
Cord not connected.
1.
No power at outlet.
2.
Internal damage or wear.
3.
(Carbon brushes or switch, for
example.)
Check that cord is plugged in.
1.
Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
2.
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for
tool and circuit has no other loads.
Have technician service tool.
3.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or wire size
too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord.
See
Extension Cords
in
GROUNDING
section.
Performance
decreases over time.
Accessory dull or damaged.
1.
Carbon brushes worn or
2.
damaged.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as
1.
needed.
Have qualified technician replace brushes.
2.
Excessive noise or
rattling.
Belt too loose (slipping) or too
1.
tight (bearing damage).
Internal damage or wear.
2.
(Carbon brushes or bearings, for
example.)
Properly tension belt.
1.
Have technician service tool.
2.
Overheating.
Forcing material into blades too
1.
fast.
Accessory misaligned.
2.
Accessory dull or damaged.
3.
Blocked motor housing vents.
4.
Motor being strained by long or
5.
small diameter extension cord.
Allow machine to work at its own rate.
1.
Check and correct accessory to fence and/or
2.
table alignment.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as
3.
needed.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and NIOSH-
4.
approved dust mask/respirator while blowing dust
out of motor using compressed air.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
5.
cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter
for its length and load. See
Extension Cords
in
GROUNDING
section.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
disconnect power supply before service.
