Harbor Freight Tools 44505 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.	Internal damage or wear.	3.	Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly.	Extension cord too long or wire size		Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
	too small.		cord is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord.
			See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section.
Performance	1. Accessory dull or damaged.		1.	Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as
decreases over time.				needed.
	2.	Carbon brushes worn or	2.	Have qualified technician replace brushes.
		damaged.
Excessive noise or	1.	Belt too loose (slipping) or too	1.	Properly tension belt.
rattling.		tight (bearing damage).
	2.	Spindle dry	2.	Lubricate spindle
	3.	Loose spindle pulley	3.	Check pulley nut
	4.	Loose motor pulley	4.	Tighten Set screws
	5.	Internal damage or wear.	5.	Have technician service tool.
Overheating.	1. Forcing machine to work too fast.		1.	Allow machine to work at its own rate.
	2.	Accessory misaligned.	2.	Check and correct accessory to 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.
Drill bit burns or	1.	Incorrect spindle speed	1.	Change spindle speed
smokes	2.	Dull drill bit	2.	Replace with new bit
	3.	Drilling too slowly	3.	Drill faster
	4.	Lacking lubrication	4.	Lubricate cutting area
Drill bit wobbles	1.	Bent bit	1.	Replace drill bit
	2.	Worn Spindle Bearings	2.	Replace spindle bearings
	3.	Drill bit not in Chuck correctly	3.	Reinstall drill bit
	4.	Chuck not properly installed	4.	Reinstall Chuck and Arbor assembly
Feed Wheel returns	Tension Spring not in adjustment		Adjust Tension Spring.
slowly, or too fast
Drill bit binds	1.	Workpiece pinching drill bit	1.	Reposition workpiece, lubricate drill
	2.	Dull drill bit	2.	Replace drill bit
	3.	Feed pressure too hard	3.	Pull Feed Handle slowly.
	4.	Belts loose	4.	Adjust motor and spindle belt tension

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

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