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Item 62397
SAFET
y
O
PERA
TION
M
AINTENANCE
SETUP
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. 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. Have technician service tool.
Performance
decreases
over time.
1. Accessory dull or damaged.
2. Carbon brushes worn
or damaged.
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or
wear. (Carbon brushes or
bearings, for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating.
1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Accessory dull or damaged.
3. Blocked motor housing
vents.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while blowing
dust out of motor using compressed air.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
