Troubleshooting

Problem		Possible Causes		Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.	1.	No power at outlet during	1.	Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
		charging.		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.
	2.	Internal damage or	2.	Have technician service tool.
		wear. (Carbon brushes or
		switch, for example.)
Performance	1.	Accessory dull or damaged.	1.	Keep 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 if not seated properly.
	3.	Accessory dull or damaged.	3.	Keep accessories in good working
				order. 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.

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

SKU 68568

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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68568 specifications

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Causes

Likely Solutions

68568 specifications