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troubleshooting
problem
possible causes
likely Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool’s thermal reset
breaker tripped
(if equipped).
4. 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. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates
slowly.
Extension cord too long
or wire size too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord.
If an extension cord is needed, use shorter/
heavier gauge cord. See
Extension Cords
in
Grounding
section on page 8.
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 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
Extension Cords
in
Grounding
section on page 8.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
