Instructions

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15. Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause Remedy

Motor does not work Motor, cable or plug defective, fuses burnt Arrange for inspection of the machine by a

specialist.

Never repair the motor yourself. Danger!

Check fuses and replace as necessary

The motor starts

up slowly and does

not reach operating

speed.

Voltage too low, coils damaged, capacitor

burnt

Have an electrician check the voltage.

Arrange for inspection of the motor by a spe-

cialist. Arrange for replacement of the capacitor

by a specialist

Motor makes exces-

sive noise

Coils damaged, motor defective Arrange for inspection of the motor by a spe-

cialist

The engine does not

reach full power.

Circuits in the network are overloaded

(lamps, other motors, etc.)

Do not use any other equipment or motors on

the same circuit

Motor overheats

easily.

Overloading of the motor, insu󰀩cient cool-

ing of the motor

Avoid overloading the motor while cutting,

remove dust from the motor in order to ensure

optimal cooling of the motor

Saw cut is rough or

wavy

Saw blade dull, tooth shape not appropri-

ate for the material thickness

Re-sharpen saw blade and/or use suitable saw

blade

Workpiece pulls

away and/or splinters

Excessive cutting pressure and/or saw

blade not suitable for use

Insert suitable saw blade