Chicago Electric 8897 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions

Troubleshooting

Problem		Possible Causes		Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.	1.	Cord not connected.	1.	Check that cord is plugged in.
	2.	No power at outlet.	2.	Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
				turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
				is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity
				for tool and circuit has no other loads.
	3.	Tool’s thermal reset breaker	3.	Turn off tool and allow to cool.
		tripped (if equipped).		Press reset button on tool.
	4.	Internal damage or wear.	4.	Have technician service tool.
		(Carbon brushes or
		switch, for example.)
Tool operates slowly.	Extension cord too long or		Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord
	wire size too small.		is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord. See
			Extension Cords in Grounding section on page 5.
Performance	1.	Accessory dull or damaged.	1.	Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
decreases over time.	2.	Carbon brushes worn	2.	Have qualified technician replace brushes.
		or damaged.
Excessive noise	Internal damage or wear. (Carbon		Have technician service tool.
or rattling.	brushes or bearings, for example.)
Overheating.	1.	Forcing tool to work too fast.	1.	Allow tool to work at its own rate.
	2.	Accessory misaligned.	2.	Check and correct accessory to
				fence and/or table alignment.
	3.	Accessory dull or damaged.	3.	Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
	4.	Blocked motor housing vents.	4.	Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
				NIOSH‑approved dust mask/respirator while
				blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
	5.	Motor being strained by long or	5.	Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
		small diameter extension cord.		cord is needed, use one with the proper
				diameter for its length and load. See Extension
				Cords in Grounding section on page 5.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.

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Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts.

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