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Item 69231
SAFETY
OPERA
TION
MAINTENANCE
SETUP
Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position, remove the Safety Lock and unplug the tool
from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1.
BEFORE EACH USE,
inspect the general condition
of the tool. Check for loose hardware, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation.
2.
AFTER USE,
wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
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 one with the proper diameter for its
length and load. See
Table A
on page 3.
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.
1. Belt (if equipped) too loose (slipping)
or too tight (bearing damage).
2. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
1. Properly tension belt.
2. Have technician service tool.
Overheating.
1. Forcing machine 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 machine 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
Table A
on page 3.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing
the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
