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FEEDING PROBLEMS
Make sure that power is disconnected before inspecting machine.
SYMPTOM SOLUTION
The stock stops but the feed-rollers
continue to turn.
This is a traction or friction problem.
1)
Make sure your stock is not binding in
the guides.
2)
Make sure the stock is of consistent
width.
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Saw ripping is inadequate
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.
3)
Make sure stock is the proper width for
the knife profile.
4)
Make sure the head is set at the correct
height.
5)
Check the rollers to see if they have a
glossier than normal build-up. Clean
the gloss or pitch build up off the
rollers.
6)
Make sure adequate spring pressure is
being applied to the rollers.
7)
Check the base or bed for rust or scars.
8)
Replace worn rollers.
One roller stops while the other continues
to operate.
Check for a loose set screw on one of the
two chain sprockets involved with the
roller that won’t operate.
Both rollers will not turn
Check for a blown fuse in the Vari-Feed
control. The armature fuse is a 1 amp fuse,
and the line fuse is a 5 amp fuse. Both
fuses are ¼”x1 ¼”
The toggle switch for the Vari-Feed may be
in the off position.
The motor electrical plug may not be fully
engaged in its receptacle.
