Troubleshooting Operating Problems
Trouble
Possible Cause
Solution
Sander will not start
Sanding belt does not come up to speed
Machine vibrates excessively
Abrasive belt keeps tearing
Sanded edge not square
Sanding marks on wood
1. | Sander unplugged from | 1. | Check all plug connections |
| wall or motor |
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2. | Fuse blown or circuit | 2. | Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker |
| breaker tripped |
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3. | Cord damaged | 3. | Replace cord |
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1. | Extension cord too light | 1. | Replace with adequate size and length |
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| cord (see Recommended Extension |
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| Cord Gauges on page 12) |
2. | Motor not wired for | 2. | Refer to motor junction cover for proper |
| proper voltage |
| wiring |
3. | Low current | 3. | Contact a qualified electrician |
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1. | Stand on uneven floor | 1. | Adjust stand so that it rests evenly on the |
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2. | Motor mounts are loose | 2. | Tighten motor mount bolts |
3. | Tension spring is worn | 3. | Replace spring |
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1. | Belt is running in the | 1. | Arrow on the sanding belt and machine |
| wrong direction |
| should be pointing in the same direction. |
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1. | Table not square to | 1. | Use a square to adjust table to sanding |
| sanding platen |
| platen |
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1. | Wrong grit sanding belt | 1. | Use coarser grit for stock removal and |
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| fine grit for finish sanding. |
2. | Feed pressure too great | 2. | Never force work into sanding platen |
3. | Sanding against the | 3. | Sand with the grain |
| grain |
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