10. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Machine has vibration or
noisy operation.
1. Grinding belt not tracking
correctly on wheels.
1. Ensure belt is tracking
correctly.
2. Motor or component
loose.
2. Replace damaged or
missing bolts/nuts or
tighten if loose.
3. Stand not stable or
incorrectly secured to
floor.
3. Tighten mounting
hardware/relocate.
4. Motor fan rubbing on fan
cover.
4. Fix/replace fan cover.
Replace loose/damaged
fan.
5. Motor bearings at fault.
5. Test/repair/replace.
6. Broken/defective grinding
belt.
6. Replace grinding belt.
Grains easily rub off belt.
1. Belt has been stored in a
damp environment.
1. Replace damaged belt.
Store in a cool, dry area.
2. Belt has been broken or
folded.
2. Replace damaged belt.
Do not bend or fold belt.
3. Belt is old.
3. Replace with new belt.
Belt tracks to one side under
load.
1. Belt tracking not set
correctly.
1. Reset belt tracking.
Belt clogs quickly.
1. Excessive pressure while
grinding.
1. Clean belt, and then
reduce workpiece
pressure.
2. Belt worn or damaged.
2. Replace belt.
3. Workpiece material is
prone to belt-clogging,
such as soft aluminium.
3. Reduce feed pressure.
Use coarser-grit belt.
Workpiece gets frequently
pulled out of hand when
sanding.
1. Workpiece not supported
sufficiently.
1. Use work rest, work stop
or push block to support.
2. Leading edge or sharp
edges grabbing onto
paper.
2. Change angle or
orientation of workpiece
so it is not into oncoming
direction of belt
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