SKU 67256
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Tool will not start.
Cord not connected.
1.
No power at outlet.
2.
Internal damage or wear.
3.
(Carbon brushes or switch,
for example.)
Check that cord is plugged in.
1.
Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
2.
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.
Have technician service tool.
3.
Attachment is loose
on the tool.
Holes on attachment not
1.
lined up with pins on Spindle.
Cap screw not tight enough.
2.
Remove the attachment and re-mount,
1.
making sure that the holes in the attachment
are secured over the pins on the Spindle.
Remove the attachment and re-mount,
2.
making sure that the holes in the attachment
are secured over the pins on the Spindle,
then tighten the Cap Screw to at least 10
ft-lbs.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or wire
size too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord.
See
Extension Cords
in
GROUNDING
section.
Performance
decreases over time.
Attachment dull or damaged.
1.
Carbon brushes worn or
2.
damaged.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as
1.
needed.
Have qualified technician replace brushes.
2.
Excessive noise or
rattling.
Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or bearings,
for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating.
Forcing tool to work too fast.
1.
Attachment dull or damaged.
2.
Blocked motor housing
3.
vents.
Motor being strained by long
4.
or small diameter extension
cord.
Allow tool to work at its own rate.
1.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as
2.
needed.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
3.
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed
air.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an
4.
extension cord is needed, use one with the
proper diameter for its length and load. See
Extension Cords
in
GROUNDING
section.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. disconnect power supply before service.
REV 10e
