Chicago Electric 62397, Owner'S Manual

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Item 62397 

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SETUP

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Causes

Likely Solutions

Tool will not start. 1.  Cord not connected.

2.  No power at outlet. 

3.  Internal damage or 

wear.  (Carbon brushes 

or switch, for example.)

1.  Check that cord is plugged in.
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.  Have technician service tool.

Performance 

decreases 

over time.

1.  Accessory dull or damaged.
2.  Carbon brushes worn 

or damaged.

1.  Keep cutting accessories sharp.  Replace as needed.
2.  Have qualified technician replace brushes.

Excessive noise 

or rattling.

Internal damage or 

wear.  (Carbon brushes or 

bearings, for example.)

Have technician service tool.

Overheating.

1.  Forcing tool to work too fast.
2.  Accessory dull or damaged.
3.  Blocked motor housing 

vents. 

1.  Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2.  Keep cutting accessories sharp.  Replace as needed.
3.  Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and 

NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while blowing 

dust out of motor using compressed air.

  Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.   

Disconnect power supply before service.