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DB 1202 | Version 3.05
Troubleshooting
11 Troubleshooting
Fault
Possible cause
Solution
The workpiece surface is too rough
1. Turning tools out of focus,
2. Turning iron springs
1. Sharpen turning tools
2. Tighten the turning iron for a shor-
ter period
The workpiece becomes conical
1. Tips are not aligned (tailstock offset)
1. Align the tailstock to the middle
the workpiece flutters
1. Workpiece loosens when working
2. Centering not centered
3. Too high speed
1. Observe the working instructions
in the operating instructions
2. Center workpiece
3. Select lower speed
Strong vibrations
1. Workpiece warped, non-circular,
has large flaws / cracks or was not
prepared for turning
2. Worn out spindle bearing
3. Worn belt
4. Engine mounting or handle loose
5. Turning lathe stands on uneven
surface
1. Prepare workpiece by planing, sa-
wing for turning
2. Replace spindle bearing
3. Replace belt
4. Tighten screws and handle
5. Place lathe on level surface and
align
Engine is not running
1. Motor incorrectly connected
2. Fuse defective
1. Let it checked by a specialist
2. Let it checked by a specialist
Engine overheats and has no power
1. Motor overloaded
2. too low mains voltage
3. Motor incorrectly connected
1. Reduce feed
2. Switch off and have it checked by
a specialist
3. Have it checked by a specialist
Poor work accuracy
1. Uneven, heavy or distorted work-
piece
2. Inaccurate horizontal position of
the tool rest
1. Balance the workpiece in a balan-
ced way and clamp it tension-free
2. Align tool rest
Digital display does not work
1. Digital display sensor not in the
correct position
1. Open the belt cover and position the
sensor so that it detects the screws
