TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

 

 

 

Sander does not operate.

Not plugged into electrical outlet.

Plug into electrical outlet.

 

Switch Key not inserted.

Insert Switch Key.

 

ON/OFF Locking Switch defective.

Replace Switch.

 

Motor or wiring problem.

Take to qualified technician.

 

 

 

Motor slows when sanding.

Timing Belt too tight.

Decrease tension.

 

Applying too much pressure on

Apply less pressure on workpiece.

 

workpiece.

 

 

 

 

Sanding Belt runs off Drums.

Not tracking properly.

Adjust tracking.

 

 

 

Sander makes excessivenoise.

Timing Belt too tight.

Decrease tension.

 

Bearings need oil.

Oil Bearings.

 

 

 

Wood Burns while sanding.

Sanding Pad or Belt is loaded with

Clean or replace Sanding Pad or

 

debris.

Belt.

 

 

 

SKU 38123

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Harbor Freight Tools 38123 operating instructions Troubleshooting, Symptom Probable Cause Remedy