Wilton 3400, 3410 manual Tions

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Troubleshooting

	Feed pressure too great	1.	Observe chip formation to be sure cutting is efficient.
	Guide bearings not adjusted properly	1.	Adjust guide bearings according to instruction in this
		manual.
	Inadequate blade tension	1.	Increase blade tension so blade does not slip on the
		wheels.
	Blade guides incorrectly spaced	1.	Move guide brackets until they just clear the workpiece
		while making a complete cut.
		2.	For small section pieces, be sure the blade is sharp
		and correctly tensioned. Use less feed pressure.
	Dull blade	1.	Replace blade when it dulls.
		2.	Consider using a coolant, if not already used.
	Incorrect speed	1.	Check technical literature for recommended speeds
		and blade type for material being cut -- observe chip
		formation to verify efficient cutting.
	Blade guide assembly loose	1. Tighten guide bracket.
	Blade guide bearing assembly loose	1.	Check tightness of bearing seat bolt.
	Blade tracking too far away from wheel	1.	Use paper cutting method of setting blade tracking.
	flanges
	Worn upper wheel bearings	1.	Replace bearings if worn.
	Loose upper wheel mounting assembly	1.	Tighten all bolts securing wheel to arm.
Rough	Too much feed or speed	1.	Try one step lower speed and observe chip formation
cuts		for efficient cutting/feed rate.
	Blade too coarse	1.	Use finer blade. Check with suppliers for recommen-
		dations for the material you are cutting.
	Incorrect blade for material	1.	Check with blade suppliers for recommendations for
		exotic or unusual materials or specifications.
Blade	Cut is binding blade	1.	Be sure workpiece is flat on saw table.
twisting		2.	Decrease feed pressure.
	Too much blade tension	1.	Reduce tension to just above point where blade slips.
	Loose guide bearing eccentrics	1.	Check eccentric jam nuts for tightness.
	Worn guide bearings	1.	Check guide bearings for wear. Replace if necessary.
	Incorrect guide bearing adjustment	1.	Adjust guide bearings according to instructions in this
		manual.
	Loose guide bearing bracket	1.	Tighten bracket on saw arm.
	Loose bearing seat attachment screw	1.	Tighten bearing seat attachment screw -- adjust blade
		for vertical and parallel.
Unusual	Blade guides worn	1.	Replace.
wear on	Blade guide bearings not adjusted properly	1.	Check and adjust for proper clearance.
side/back of	Blade guide bearing bracket loose	1.	Tighten bracket to saw arm.
blade	Blade running on wheel flange	1.	Adjust blade tracking using the paper cutting method.
Breaking	Teeth too coarse for work	1.	Use blade with finer pitch.
teeth	Too heavy feed	1.	Decrease feed rate -- observe chip formation to verify
		efficient cutting.
	Too slow speed	1.	Increase blade speed. Check technical literature or
		blade or workpiece supplier for blade speed recommenda-
		tions.
	Vibrating work piece	1.	Be sure vise is tight.
		2.	Support slender cross section or long workpieces with
		appropriate out-feed supports.
		3.	If stacking pieces in the vise, be sure all workpieces
		are securely captured by the vise.
	Tooth gullets loading	1.	Use coarser blade or one with a tooth geometry more
		appropriate to the workpiece being cut.
	Blade in contact with workpiece before motor	1.	Always allow motor to come fully up to speed before
	is started	beginning cut.
Motor	Blade tension too high	1.	Decrease blade tension to just above slip point.
running too	Blade too coarse for work (pipes, especially)	1.	Use finer pitch blade.
hot	Blade is too fine for work (heavier, soft	1.	Use coarser blade.
	material)
	Worn transmission and worm gear	1.	Replace gears in transmission gearbox.
	Gears need lubrication	1.	Check gearbox and add oil as required.