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Troubleshooting DC-500P Dust Collector
Symptom Possible
Cause
Correction*
Motor will not start.
No incoming current.
Check connections at plug or circuit panel.
Safety key missing from switch.
Install safety key.
Low voltage.
Check power line for proper voltage.
Open circuit in motor or loose
connection.
Inspect all connections to switch box and
motor for loose or open connections.
Faulty start switch.
Inspect and replace switch if needed.
Faulty start capacitor.
Replace capacitor.
Faulty motor.
Inspect and replace motor if needed.
Motor will not start:
fuse blows or circuit
breaker trips.
Too many machines on shared
circuit.
Turn off other machines on circuit, or
connect unit to dedicated circuit.
Short circuit in line cord or plug.
Inspect cord or plug for damaged
insulation and shorted wires.
Short circuit in motor or loose
connections.
Inspect all connections on motor for loose
or shorted terminals or worn insulation.
Incorrect fuse or circuit breaker in
power line.
Install correct fuse or circuit breaker at
power source.
Motor overheats.
Motor overloaded.
Reduce load on motor.
Air circulation through motor is
restricted.
Clean motor fan with compressed air to
restore normal air circulation.
Faulty capacitor.
Replace run capacitor.
Motor stalls, resulting
in blown fuses or
tripped circuit.
Motor overloaded.
Reduce load on motor.
Impeller blocked with debris.
Empty bag, clean out hoses and housing.
Short circuit in motor or loose
connections.
Inspect connections on motor for loose or
shorted terminals or worn insulation.
Low voltage.
Correct low voltage conditions.
Incorrect fuse or circuit breaker in
power line.
Install correct fuse or circuit breaker.
Loud noise or
vibrations coming from
machine.
Loose fasteners.
Inspect machine and tighten all fasteners.
Motor fan is hitting the cover.
Tighten fan or shim cover. Replace fan
cover if damaged.
Impeller damaged.
Replace impeller.
Poor performance; lack
of suction.
Hose improperly secured at dust
origination point.
Inspect and remedy.
Collection bag is full.
Empty bag.
Wood has excess moisture content.
Use lumber with lower moisture content.
Obstruction in dust hose or inlet port.
Inspect and clear obstruction.
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WARNING:
Some corrections may require a qualified electrician.