J.E. Adams 8105, Manual

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REV 7-16-2012 11
Troubleshooting: !DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR TROUBLESHOOTING!
Problem Possible cause Solution
Breaker inside fuse panel is not in the on position. Turn breaker on.
No power to machine. Check incoming power line voltage.
Loose connection. Check incoming power connection.
Is the incoming power at 120V? Check voltage and monitor while machine runs.
Low voltage can cause erratic behavior.
Are any of the machines wires worn through or connections
not making contact? Inspect wiring and connections. Look for sharp
bends in wires and places where wire is against
the metal chassis.
Inadequate wire size ran to machine. Call electrician and install proper wire size for
electrical service versus length or run.
Wrong size breaker. Install correct breaker (only if wire size is
adequate to handle breaker).
Inadequate wire size ran to machine. Call electrician and install proper wire size for
electrical service versus length or run.
Motor brushes may be bad or too short. Replace motor brushes.
Vac hose clogged? Clean debris from vac hose.
Filter bags need cleaned or dirt chamber needs emptied? Shake or clean filter bags or replace and empty
lower dirt chamber.
Vac hose is split? Replace/repair vac hose.
Cleanout door gaskets torn or worn? Replace gaskets.
Vac motor gaskets are worn or motor is not tight against. Inspect/replace gaskets and assure motor is
tight against them.
Dual vac hose unit, both hoses are being used. When both hoses are being used, suction will
be lower. Double check all 3 motors are
working however.
Lower chamber cap plugs/mounting hole covers have
popped out? Open lower chamber and inspect plugs, order
new if needed.
Cleanout door gaskets torn or worn? Replace gaskets.
One of the vac motors is not working? Check line motor fuse and replace. Replace
motor if necessary.
Unit keeps tripping
breaker.
Fuses for vac motors keep
blowing.
Lack of vacuum suction.
Unit is not powered.
Machine is behaving
erratically.