Troubleshooting
Problem |
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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, |
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| turn off tool and check circuit breaker. |
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| If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right |
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| capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads. |
| 3. | Tool’s thermal reset breaker | 3. | Turn off tool and allow to cool. |
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| tripped (if equipped). |
| Press reset button on tool. |
| 4. | Internal damage or wear. | 4. | Have technician service tool. |
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| switch, for example.) |
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Tool operates slowly. | Power being reduced by long or | Eliminate use of extension cord. | ||
| small diameter extension cord. | If an extension cord is needed, use one with | ||
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| the proper diameter for its length and load. | |
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| See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section. | |
Performance | 1. | Blades dull or damaged. | 1. | Keep blades sharp. Replace as needed. |
decreases over time. | 2. | Carbon brushes worn | 2. | Have qualified technician replace brushes. |
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Excessive noise | Internal damage or wear. (Carbon | Have technician service tool. | ||
or rattling. | brushes or bearings, for example.) |
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Overheating. | 1. | Forcing tool to work too fast. | 1. | Allow tool to work at its own rate. |
| 2. | Blades misaligned. | 2. | Check and correct blades to fence alignment. |
| 3. | Blades dull or damaged. | 3. | Keep blades sharp. Replace as needed. |
| 4. | Blocked motor housing vents. | 4. | Wear |
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| NIOSH‑approved dust mask/respirator while |
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| blowing dust out of motor using compressed air. |
| 5. | Motor being strained by long or | 5. | Eliminate use of extension cord. |
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| small diameter extension cord. |
| If an extension cord is needed, use one with |
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| the proper diameter for its length and load. |
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| See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section. |
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
SAFETY
SETUP
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
SKU 68316 | For technical questions, please call | Page 17 |
