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Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable
Cause
Remedy
Sander will not start
Sander unplugged from wall, or motor.
Check all plug connections.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped.
Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Make sure supply circuit matches
amperage rating on motor plate.
Cord damaged.
Replace cord.
Sanding belt does not
come up to speed
Extension cord too light or too long.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord.
Low current.
Contact a qualified electrician.
Machine vibrates
excessively
Stand on uneven floor.
Adjust stand so that it rests evenly on
the floor.
Abrasive belt keeps
tearing
Belt is running in wrong direction.
Arrows on the sanding belt and
machine should be pointing in the same
direction.
Sanded edge not
square
Table not square to sanding belt.
Use a square to adjust table to sanding
belt.
Miter slot not parallel to sanding belt.
Use a square to adjust the table’s miter
slot parallel to the sanding belt.
Sanding marks on
wood
Work held still.
Keep workpiece moving.
Wrong grit sanding belt.
Use coarser grit for stock removal and
fine grit for finish sanding.
Feed pressure too great.
Never force work into sanding platen.
Sanding against the grain.
Sand with the grain.
Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-
800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.jettools.com). Having the
Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly
and accurately.
