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Troubleshooting.
Lathe will not start.
1
. Check that the start switch is in the correct position.
2.
Check that the electrical power cord is plugged into the power outlet.
3.
Check that the electrical supply is on (reset the breaker).
4.
With the power disconnected from the machine, check that the wiring to the plug is correct.
Check that the rubber insulation is stripped enough and is not causing a bad connection.
Check that all the screws are tight.
5.
Emergency stop button engaged. Reset emergency stop button. Twist and it will pop out.
The machine will not stop.
This is a very rare occurrence as the machine is designed to be fail-safe. If it should occur
and you cannot fix the fault, seek professional assistance. The machine must be
disconnected from the power and never run until the fault has been rectified.
1.
The stop switch is faulty. Replace the stop switch.
Motor tries to start but will not turn.
1.
With the power disconnected from the machine, try to turn the spindle by hand.
If the spindle will not turn, check the reason for jamming.
2
. Capacitor faulty. Replace the capacitor.
3.
Motor faulty. Replace the motor.
4.
Power line overloaded. Correct overloaded condition.
5.
Low voltage. Correct low voltage condition.
Motor overheats.
The motor is designed to run hot, but should it overheat it has an internal thermal overload
protector that will shut it down until the motor has cooled, and then it will reset automatically.
If the motor overheats, wait until it has cooled and restart. If the motor shuts down consistently
check for the reason. Typical reasons are dull cutting tools, the motor cooling fan being
clogged or faulty, the motor cooling fins are clogged, overfeeding the job, and excessive
ambient temperature.
Squeaking noise.
1.
Check that the motor cooling fan is not contacting the fan cover.
2.
Check the bearings.
3.
Check the drive belt is tensioned correctly.
Spindle slows down during a cut.
1.
Dull cutting tools. Replace the tool or have it re-sharpened.
2.
Feeding the wood too fast. Slow down the feed rate.
3.
Oil or dirt on the drive belt. Clean or replace the drive belt.
4.
Drive belt loose. Re-tension drive belt.
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