Porter-Cable FTS-150 operating instructions Trouble Shooting Guide, Repairs, Spare Parts

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7. Trouble Shooting Guide

Saw won’t start, saw is too slow to start, Blade doesn’t turn and motor makes “Humming” noise

Make sure plug is in live electrical circuit.

Voltage from source may be too low.

Start Capacitor defective. Replace.

SAW SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLY

Power is interrupted, check power source and restart the saw.

Voltage from source may be too low. Check for low voltage.

Motor was overloaded. Reset overload Circuit Breaker. Motor may need to cool before Breaker will reset.

GFCI may have tripped. Turn off saw, reset and try again. If GFCI trips a second time, contact a qualified service center.

WATER PUMP SYSTEM WON’T START OR STOPS ABRUPTLY

Check to see that pump is plugged in and is connected to plastic tubing.

Check to see if pump is completely submerged.

Check to see if the water pump is clean and free of any chips, debris, clogging, etc.

SAW WON’T CUT STRAIGHT

Check to see if saw frame or rolling guide bar is bent.

Check to see if the support for the cutting table is bent.

Blade worn or dull. Check for possible defective blade.

Materials may have been pushed or forced through the cut. Blade has to machine away material for a clean cut. Excessive forcing can crack to tile.

Check cart tracking adjustment.

SAW BLADE DOESN’T CUT WELL

Blade needs to be dressed.

Blade may be mounted on saw backwards.

Blade may be worn or damaged.

Blades life may be used up (old blade).

The manufacturer accepts no Responsibility caused by unsuitable use or modifications. At the workstation, the sound pressure level may exceed 85 dB

(A). In this case hearing protection must be worn.

8. Repairs

Entrust all repairs to your authorized dealer only.

We carry out all repairs in the shortest possible time and at the most economical prices. (See front page for our address and phone numbers) Contact your authorized FELKERdealer concerning maintenance and repairs.

9. Spare Parts

For quick supply of spare parts and to avoid any lost time, it is essential to quote the data on the manufacturer’s plate fixed to the side of the motor and the part number(s) and description to be replaced with every order.

The instructions for use and spare parts found in this document are for information only and are not binding. As part of our product quality improvement policy, we reserve the right to make any and all technical modifications without prior notice.

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility caused by unsuitable use or modifications.

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