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Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Sander will not start.
Sander unplugged from wall, or
motor.
Check all plug connections.
Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Verify that supply circuit is appropriate
for amperage rating on motor plate.
Cord damaged. Replace cord.
Starting capacitor bad. Replace starting capacitor.
Sanding belt does not
come up to speed.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Replace with adequate size and
length cord.
Low current. Contact a qualified electrician.
Sander vibrates
excessively.
Stand on uneven surface.
Adjust stand so that it rests evenly on
the floor.
Bearing fatigue.
Have bearings replaced by a qualified
service technician.
Motor problem.
Have motor inspected by a qualified
technician.
Abrasive belt keeps
tearing.
Belt running in wrong direction.
Arrows on abrasive belt and machine
should be pointing same direction.
Sanded edge not
square.
Table not square to abrasive belt.
Use a square to adjust table to
abrasive belt.
Miter slot not parallel to abrasive belt.
Use a square to adjust table’s miter
slot parallel to abrasive belt.
Sanding marks on
wood.
Work held still. Keep workpiece moving.
Wrong grit sanding belt.
Use coarser grit for stock removal and
fine grit for finish sanding.
Feed pressure too great. Never force work into sanding platen.
Sanding against the grain. Sand with the grain.
Optional Accessories
708566 ....... JSG-6SA, Open Stand
708598 ....... JSG-6DC-CS, Closed Stand
Dust Collectors and Accessories.....see your JET distributor
Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call
1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.waltermeier.com).
Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to
serve you quickly and accurately.