Woodstock W1752 owner manual Service, Troubleshooting

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W1752 Owner's Manual (Mfg. 1/07+)

SERVICE

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
Machine does not start or a	1.	Power supply is at fault/switched	1.	Ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all legs and
breaker trips.		OFF.		main power supply is switched ON.
	2.	Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired	2.	Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.
		incorrectly.
	3.	Lockout key is at fault.	3.	Install/replace lockout key; replace switch.
	4.	Motor ON button or ON/OFF switch	4.	Replace faulty ON button or ON/OFF switch.
		is at fault.
	5.	Wiring is open.	5.	Check for broken wires or disconnected/corroded
				connections, and repair/replace as necessary.
	6.	Motor is at fault.	6.	Test/repair/replace.

Machine stalls or is under-	1.	Plug/receptacle is at fault.	1.	Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.
powered.	2.	Motor bearings are at fault.	2.	Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose
				shaft requires bearing replacement.
	3.	Motor has overheated.	3.	Clean off motor, let cool, and reduce workload.
	4.	Motor is at fault.	4.	Test/repair/replace.
Machine has vibration or	1.	Workpiece or chuck is at fault.	1.	Center workpiece in chuck or face plate; reduce
noisy operation.				RPM; replace defective chuck.
	2.	Motor or component is loose.	2.	Inspect/replace stripped or damaged bolts/nuts,
				and re-tighten with thread locking fluid.

3.Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover. 3. Replace dented fan cover; replace loose/damaged fan.

4.	Motor bearings are at fault.	4.	Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose
			shaft requires bearing replacement.

Motor automatically shuts 1.	Short circuit in motor or loose con-	1.	Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted
off.	nections.		terminals or worn insulation.
2.	Incorrect fuses/circuit breakers.	2.	Repair cause of short and or install correct fuses or
			circuit breakers.

Operation

PROBLEM				POSSIBLE CAUSE		corrective action

Vibration	noise	while	1.	Belt cover loose.	1.	Tighten the belt cover lock handle;	if neces-
machine	is running;	noise				sary install a soft, vibration dampening	material
changes	when speed is					(between the belt cover and the headstock casting.
changed.						(between the belt cover and the headstock casting.
changed.			2.	Belt cover bent or dented and is	2.	Remove belt cover and inspect the inside for dents,
			2.	Belt cover bent or dented and is	2.	Remove belt cover and inspect the inside for dents,
				making contact with the motor pul-		bends, or indications of rubbing. Tap out the dent
				ley or belt.		with a rubber mallet, bend back into proper shape,
						or shim belt cover away from the motor pulley.

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Contents OWNERS MANUAL Page Contents Woodstock Technical Support IntroductionElectrical Overall DimensionsMotor Other Specifications Main SpecificationsControls and Features Standard Safety Instructions SafetyAlways Lock Mobile Bases if Used Before Operating Machinery Additional Safety for Wood Lathes Safety Electrical Electrical Specifications110V Operation Extension CordsUnpacking SET UPInventory Box Inventory FigureMachine Placement Cleaning Machine To install the tool rest, do these steps AssemblyTo test run the mini wood lathe, do these steps Test RunGeneral OperationsChanging Speeds Adjusting TailstockTo change speeds, do these steps To position the tailstock along the bed, do these stepsInstalling/Removing Spur Center Adjusting Tool RestTo adjust the tool rest vertically, do these steps To install the spur center, do these stepsTo remove the live center, do these steps Installing/Removing Live CenterTo install the live center, do these steps To mount a workpiece to your faceplate, refer to Installing/Removing FaceplateTo install the faceplate, do these steps Gouge Selecting Turning ToolsSpindle Turning To set up a spindle turning operation, do these stepsSpindle Turning Tips To mount your workpiece to a backing block, do these steps Faceplate TurningTo mount your workpiece to the faceplate, do these steps Entanglement Hazard Sanding/FinishingLathe Accessories AccessoriesCleaning MaintenanceLubrication Unpainted Cast IronTroubleshooting ServiceConstant Paddle Switch Wiring Diagram W1752Parts REF PART # Description Parts ListPART # Description Label PlacementPage Page Page Woodstock international inc. p.o. box Bellingham, Wa Warranty High Quality Machines and Tools