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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.
1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. GFCI circuit breaker tripped.
4. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
5. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or switch, for example.)
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, 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. Press reset button on GFCI.
4. Turn off tool and allow to cool. Press reset
button on tool (if equipped).
5. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or
cord diameter too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord is needed,
use one with the proper diameter for its length and load. See
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section on page 8.
Saw stops suddenly
1. GFCI circuit breaker tripped.
2. Water leaking from housing.
1. Press reset button on GFCI.
2. SHOCK HAZARD! IMMEDIATELY discontinue use.
Have the unit repaired by a qualified
technician before further use.
Performance
decreases over time.
1. Wheel dull or damaged.
2. Carbon brush worn or damaged.
1. Keep Wheel sharp. Replace as needed.
2. Replace Carbon Brush.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brush or bearings, for example.)
Have qualified technician service tool.
Overheating.
1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Accessory misaligned.
3. Accessory dull or damaged.
4. Blocked motor housing vents.
5. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Check and correct accessory to fence and/or table alignment.
3. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while blowing
dust out of motor using compressed air.
5. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord is
needed, use one with the proper diameter for its length
and load. See
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section on page 8.
No water on Wheel
1. Water tube not connected.
2. Blocked water tube
1. Connect water tube to water inlet on Saw. Open water valve.
2. Flush water tube.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power
supply before service.
