Woodstock M1049 manual Troubleshooting, Motor & Electrical

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Troubleshooting

This section covers the most common lathe problems. DO NOT make any adjustments until the lathe is disconnected from power and all moving parts have come to a com- plete stop. If you need help or are unsure of procedures, call our Technical Support Line at (360) 734-3482.

Motor & Electrical

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Motor will not	1.	Incorrect lathe operation.	1. Use the spindle direction ON/OFF lever.
start.	2.	Main power panel switch is F==.	2.	Turn the main power panel switch FE.
	3.	Start capacitor is at fault.	3.	Replace start capacitor.
	4.	Circuit breaker or fuse is at fault.	4.	Seek an electrician to troubleshoot and repair the
				shop power supply.
	5.	No voltage or open connection.	5.	Test circuit, replace wires and connections as
				required.
	6.	Motor is at fault.	6.	Replace motor.
Fuses or circuit	1.	Short circuit in line cord or plug.	1. Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and
breakers trip				shorted wires.
open.	2.	Short circuit in motor or loose connections.	2.	Inspect all connections on motor for loose or
				shorted terminals or worn insulation.
	3.	Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in power	3.	Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.
		supply.
Motor only turns	1.	Start capacitor is at fault.	1.	Replace failed capacitor.
chuck one direc-	2.	Wiring is at fault.	2.	Refer to the wiring diagram on GX^\39. Make sure
tion.				the motor and rotation switch are wired correctly.
	3.	Motor rotation switch is at fault.	3.	Replace motor rotation switch.
	4.	Motor is at fault.	4.	Replace the motor.
Motor overheats	1.	Excessive depth of cut.	1. Decrease depth of cut.
or bogs down	2.	RPM or feed rate wrong for operation.	2.	Refer to RPM feed rate chart for appropriate rates.
during a cut.	3.	Dull cutters.	3.	Sharpen or replace cutters.

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