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PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Does Not Run
When Trigger
is Depressed
No electrical
power
to Electric
Metal Shears
Check 120 VAC input plug connection.
Check for tripped circuit breaker.
Motor Runs
Too Slow/
Develops Low
Power
Undersized or
too long of an
extension cord
Use only 16 gauge or larger cord.
Limit length to 25’.
Excessive
Noise and/or
Vibration
Blades may
be loose
Unplug unit and tighten the Cutting Head Screws.
Blades may be
chipped
or broken
Unplug unit and replace Blades per procedure
described in these instructions.
Motor
Overheats
Excessive
pressure being
applied to
Electric Metal
Shears
Allow Shears blades to cut by reciprocation alone.
Do Not Force.
Dirt and debris
buildup in
motor cooling
air slots
Use a brush or compressed air to remove debris.
TROUBLESHOOTING
