Woodstock W1815 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause

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Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10)

Troubleshooting

This section covers the most common problems and corrections with this type of machine. WARNING! DO NOT make any adjustments until power is disconnected and moving parts have come to a complete stop!

PROBLEM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

corrective action

Motor will not start or is

1.

Switch disabling key removed.

1.

Re-install switch disabling key.

slow to start.

2.

Break or short in wiring, loose

2.

Trace/replace broken or corroded wires, fix loose

 

 

connections, plug or receptacle is

 

connections, correct wiring.

 

 

corroded or miswired.

 

 

3.Power supply switched off/has 3. Switch power supply on/verify voltage. incorrect voltage.

4.Blown fuse/tripped circuit breaker 4. Correct the cause of overload, then reset/replace

 

 

 

 

 

at main panel.

 

 

 

 

fuse or breaker.

 

 

 

 

5.

Motor

connection

wired

5.

Wire motor correctly (refer to inside junction box

 

 

 

 

 

incorrectly.

 

 

 

 

 

cover or manual).

 

 

 

 

6.

Motor ON/OFF switch at fault.

6.

Replace switch.

 

 

 

 

7.

Motor brake not disengaging.

7.

Test to see if disc spins freely. If it drags, replce

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

motor brake and regulator.

 

 

 

 

8.

Start capacitor has blown.

 

8.

Test/replace if at fault.

 

 

 

 

9.

Centrifugal switch at fault.

 

9.

Adjust/replace centrifugal switch.

 

 

 

 

10. Motor at fault.

 

 

 

10. Test for shorted windings or bad bearings; repair or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

replace.

Machine

has

excessive

1.

Workpiece

loose

or

incorrectly

1.

Use correct holding fixture and re-clamp

vibration or noise.

 

 

secured.

 

 

 

 

 

workpiece.

 

 

 

 

2.

Motor fan rubbing on fan cover.

2.

Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose or damaged

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fan.

 

 

 

 

3.

Motor mounting loose.

 

 

3.

Tighten mounting bolts/nuts; use thread locking

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fluid.

 

 

 

 

4.

Lock lever is loose.

 

 

 

4.

Tighten the lock lever.

 

 

 

 

5.

Machine incorrectly

mounted to

5.

Level/shim base; tighten/adjust mounting hardware

 

 

 

 

 

cabinet.

 

 

 

 

 

or feet.

 

 

 

 

6.

Motor bearings worn or damaged.

6.

Replace motor bearings or motor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Motor overheats.

 

 

1.

Motor brake not releasing.

 

1.

Test to see if sanding disc spins freely. If not, replace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

motor brake and regulator.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine

stalls

or

slows

1.

Too much pressure when feeding

1. Reduce pressure when feeding workpiece.

when operating.

 

 

 

workpiece

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Workpiece is warped.

 

 

2.

Straighten workpiece or use a different one.

 

 

 

 

3.

Workpiece

is

incorrect

for

3.

Only sand wood and ensure moisture is below 20%.

 

 

 

 

 

machine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Motor

connection

wired

4.

Review wiring diagram on motor cover; correct wire

 

 

 

 

 

incorrectly.

 

 

 

 

 

connections.

 

 

 

 

5.

Motor overheated.

 

 

 

5.

Let cool, clean motor, and reduce workload.

 

 

 

 

6.

Centrifugal switch at fault.

 

6.

Adjust/replace centrifugal switch if available.

 

 

 

 

7.

Motor at fault.

 

 

 

7.

Test, repair, or replace motor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Motor takes longer

than

1.

Motor brake components at fault.

1.

Replace motor brake components. Call Tech Support

7 seconds to stop sanding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

if you need assistance.

disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Miter bar binds in miter

1.

Miter slot dirty or gummed up.

1.

Carefully clean miter slot.

slot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Workpiece angle

incorrect

1.

Pointer or scale not calibrated

1.

Adjust pointer or scale to reflect real path of cut.

or out of square.

 

 

 

correctly. Miter gauge or table not

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

correctly aligned.

 

 

 

 

 

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SERVICE

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Contents OWNERS MANUAL Page Contents Machine Description IntroductionWoodstock Technical Support B68=C HE886IDCH Model W1815 Mfg. Since 10/10 Identification Controls and FeaturesZXlj\XdX\kfk\dXZ`e\ip% SAFETYJ8=KPSafety Additional Safety for Disc Sanders Electrical 220V/240V, 60 Hz, Single-PhaseCircuit Requirements AmpsExtension Cords Grounding RequirementsUnpacking SetupInventory Main Inventory Figure QtyWeight Load Machine PlacementTo remove the rust preventative coating, do these steps Cleaning MachineTo assemble the cabinet and mount the sander, do these steps AssemblySander installation To test run the machine Test RunOperation Overview OperationsTo attach sandpaper, do these steps Attaching SandpaperTo use the sanding disc, do these steps Disc SandingAccessories Cleaning MaintenanceSchedule LubricationGeneral ServiceTable Gap & Parallelism Tools NeededTo calibrate the miter gauge, do these steps Miter Gauge CalibrationTo calibrate the table tilt, do these steps Table Tilt CalibrationWiring Diagram Color KEY Electrical Safety InstructionsStop Wiring DiagramProblem Possible Cause TroubleshootingInstall a coarse grit sandpaper, or strip coating off Main PartsDescription Machine LabelsModel W1815 Mfg. Since 10/10 Place Stamp Here Warranty =\FjVainBVXcZhVcYIddah

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