11
Troubleshooting Operating Problems
Trouble Possible
Cause
Solution
Sander will not start
1.
Sander unplugged from
wall or motor
2.
Fuse blown or circuit
breaker tripped
3. Cord
damaged
1.
Check all plug connections
2.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker
3. Replace
cord
Sanding belt does
not come up to speed
1.
Extension cord too light
or too long
2.
Motor not wired for
proper voltage
3. Low
current
1.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord (see
Recommended Extension
Cord Gauges
on page 6)
2.
Refer to motor junction cover for proper
wiring
3.
Contact a qualified electrician
Machine vibrates
excessively
1.
Stand on uneven floor
2.
Motor mounts are loose
3.
Tension spring is worn
or broken
1.
Adjust stand so that it rests evenly on the
floor
2.
Tighten motor mount bolts
3. Replace
spring
Abrasive belt keeps
tearing
1.
Belt is running in the
wrong direction
1.
Arrow on the sanding belt and machine
should be pointing in the same direction.
Sanded edge not
square
1.
Table not square to
sanding platen
1.
Use a square to adjust table to sanding
platen
Sanding marks on
wood
1.
Wrong grit sanding belt
2.
Feed pressure too great
3.
Sanding against the
grain
1.
Use coarser grit for stock removal and
fine grit for finish sanding.
2.
Never force work into sanding platen
3.
Sand with the grain
