V4.1
4-1/2 in. Metal Cutting Band Saw
8699159
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Problem(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Suggested Solution(s)
Tool will not
start.
1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool’s thermal reset
breaker tripped (if
equipped).
4. Internal damage or wear
(carbon brushes or
switch, for example).
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet has
power, turn off tool and check circuit
breaker. If breaker is tripped, make
sure circuit is right capacity for tool
and circuit has no other loads.
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool. Press
reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service the tool.
Overheating.
1. Forcing machine to
work too fast.
2. Saw Blade dull or
damaged.
3. Blocked motor
housing vents.
4. Motor strained by a too
long or small diameter
extension cord.
5. Saw Blade tension is
too high.
6. V-Belt tension too
high.
7. Blade is too coarse or
too fine for workpiece.
8. Gear not aligned
properly.
9. Gears need lubrication.
1. Allow machine to work at its own
rate.
2. Replace Saw Blade.
3. Blow dust out of motor using
compressed air.
4. Eliminate use of extension cord. If
an extension cord is needed, use
one with the proper diameter for its
length and load.
5. Gradually adjust Saw Blade tension
until optimal tension has been
achieved.
6. Gradually adjust V-Belt tension until
optimal tension has been achieved.
7. See Replacing the Saw Blade for
recommended Blade type.
8. Adjust Gears so that Worm is in
center of Gear.
9. Check oil bath.
Tool operates
slowly.
Extension cord too long or
wire size too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an
extension cord is needed, use one with the
proper diameter for its length and load.
Performance
decreases
over time.
1. Saw Blade dull or
damaged.
2. Carbon brushes worn
or damaged.
1. Replace Saw Blade.
2. Have qualified technician replace
brushes.
