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Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17)
SE
RV
IC
E
Troubleshooting
Motor.and.Electrical
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE.CAUSE
CORRECTIVE.ACTION
Machine does not
start or power
supply breaker
trips immediate-
ly after startup.
1. E-Stop Button depressed/at fault.
2. Incorrect power supply voltage or circuit
size.
3. Power supply circuit breaker tripped or fuse
blown.
4. Motor wires connected incorrectly.
5. Thermal overload relay has tripped.
6. Start capacitor at fault.
7. Contactor not energized/has poor contacts.
8. Wiring open/has high resistance.
9. ON/OFF or circuit breaker switch at fault.
10. Motor at fault.
1. Rotate E-Stop Button head to reset. Replace if at
fault (
Page 22).
2. Ensure correct power supply voltage and circuit
size.
3. Ensure circuit is sized correctly and free of shorts.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse (
Page 9).
4. Correct motor wiring connections (
Page 36).
5. Reset; adjust trip load dial if necessary; replace.
6. Test/replace if at fault.
7. Test all legs for power; replace if necessary.
8. Check/fix broken, disconnected, or corroded wires
(
Page 36).
9. Replace switch/circuit breaker.
10. Test/repair/replace.
Machine stalls or
is underpowered.
1. Workpiece material is not suitable for this
machine.
2. Run capacitor at fault.
3. Motor wired incorrectly.
4. Motor bearings at fault.
5. Machine undersized for task.
6. Motor overheated, tripping machine circuit
breaker.
7. Contactor not energized/has poor contacts.
8. Motor at fault.
1. Only cut wood products; make sure moisture
content is below 20%.
2. Test/repair/replace.
3. Wire motor correctly (
Page 36).
4. Test/repair/replace.
5. Clean/replace sandpaper; reduce feed rate/
sanding depth.
6. Clean motor/let cool, and reduce workload. Reset
circuit breaker.
7. Test all legs for power/replace if at fault.
8. Test/repair/replace.
Machine has
vibration or noisy
operation.
1. Main drive roller hex nut is missing or loose.
2. Machine incorrectly mounted/resting on
floor.
3. Motor fan rubbing on fan cover.
4. Motor or component loose.
5. Motor mount loose/broken.
6. Motor bearings at fault.
1. Inspect keys and set screws. Replace or tighten if
necessary (
Page 33).
2. Tighten mounting bolts; relocate/shim machine.
3. Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose/damaged fan.
4. Inspect/replace damaged bolts/nuts, and
re-tighten with blue thread-locking fluid.
5. Tighten/replace.
6. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose
shaft requires bearing replacement.
The following troubleshooting tables cover common problems that may occur with this machine. If you
need replacement parts or additional troubleshooting help, contact our Technical Support.
Note:
Before contacting Tech Support, find the machine serial number and manufacture date, and if
available, your original purchase receipt. This information is required to properly assist you.
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