SECTION 7: SERVICE
Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section to fix your machine if a problem develops. If you need replacement parts or you are unsure of your repair skills, then feel free to call our Technical Support at (570)
Troubleshooting
Motor & Electrical
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Machine | does not | 1. | Switch disabling key is removed. | 1. | Install switch disabling key. |
start or | a breaker | 2. | Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired incor- | 2. | Test for good contacts; correct the wiring. |
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| 3. | Start capacitor is at fault. | 3. | Test/replace if faulty. |
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| 4. | Motor connection wired incorrectly. | 4. | Correct motor wiring connections. |
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| 5. | Wall fuse/circuit breaker is blown/tripped. | 5. | Ensure circuit size is suitable for this machine; repair |
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| 6. | Power supply is at fault/switched OFF. | 6. | Ensure power supply is switch on; ensure power |
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| 7. | Wiring is open/has high resistance. | 7. | Check for broken wires or disconnected/corroded |
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| 8. | Motor is at fault. | 8. | Test/repair/replace. |
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Machine stalls or is | 1. | Workpiece material is not suitable for this | 1. | Only cut wood products; make sure moisture content | |
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| 2. | Machine is undersized for the task. | 2. | Use sharp blade with lower TPI; reduce the feed |
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| 3. | Plug/receptacle is at fault. | 3. | Test for good contacts; correct the wiring. |
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| 4. | Motor connection is wired incorrectly. | 4. | Correct motor wiring connections. |
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| 5. | Motor bearings are at fault. | 5. | Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft |
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| 6. | Motor has overheated. | 6. | Clean off motor, let cool, and reduce workload. |
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| 7. | Motor is at fault. | 7. | Test/repair/replace. |
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| 8. | Centrifugal switch is at fault. | 8. | Adjust/replace centrifugal switch if available. |
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Machine | has vibra- | 1. | Motor or component is loose. | 1. | Inspect/replace stripped or damaged bolts/nuts, and |
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| 2. | Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover. | 2. | Replace dented fan cover; replace loose/damaged |
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| 3. | Blade is at fault. | 3. | Replace warped, bent, or twisted blade; resharpen |
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| dull blade. |
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| 4. | Loose/missing rubber feet. | 4. | Replace feet. |
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| 5. | Motor mount loose/broken. | 5. | Tighten/replace. |
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| 6. | Motor bearings are at fault. | 6. | Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft |
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