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. (Carbon

3.

Check and replace Carbon Brushes

 

 

Brushes or switch, for example.)

 

or have technician service tool.

Tool operates

Extension cord too long or

Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord

slowly.

wire size too small.

is needed, use one with the proper diameter for its

 

 

 

length and load. See Table A on page 3.

Performance

1.

Accessory dull or damaged.

1.

Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.

decreases

2.

Carbon brushes worn or damaged.

2.

Replace brushes.

over time.

 

 

 

 

Excessive noise

Internal damage or wear. (Carbon

Check and replace Carbon Brushes or

or rattling.

Brushes or bearings, for example.)

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

 

 

 

 

fence and/or 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 cord

 

 

small diameter extension cord.

 

is needed, use one with the proper diameter for

 

 

 

 

its length and load. See Table A on page 3.

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

Safety

Setup

Operation

Maintenance

Item 69438

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

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Harbor Freight Tools 69438 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions