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Troubleshooting
Trouble
Probable Cause
Remedy
Feeder will not start.
Not connected to power source.
Check power connections.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Cord damaged.
Replace cord.
Starting capacitor is malfunctioning.
Replace starting capacitor.
Feed rate is not
sufficient; machine
has low power.
Gears installed incorrectly for the
desired feed rate.
Install gears in proper position. See
Figure 14.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Replace with adequate size and
length cord. See Figure 10.
Low current from electrical supply.
Contact a qualified electrician.
Workpiece jams or
moves sluggishly
while passing
beneath rollers.
Rollers too low.
Raise feeder.
Workpiece slips while
passing under rollers.
Rollers too high, no traction.
Lower feeder.
Grease or debris on rubber tires.
Clean tires.
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, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Having the Model Number and
Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately.
Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from
Powermatic. Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually.
