Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 68848 Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Tool will not start.
Performance
decreases over time.
Cut line is irregular.
Lack of cutting
performance.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Overheating.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing
the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
SKU 68848
Possible Causes
1. No power at outlet during
charging.
2. Internal damage or
wear. (Carbon brushes
or switch, for example.)
1. Accessory dull
or damaged.
2. Carbon brushes
worn or damaged.
1. Bent, cracked or
broken saw Blade.
2. Loose saw Blade.
3. Improperly exerting
side-to-side pressure
on saw Blade.
1. Dull saw Blade.
2. Improper saw Blade used.
3. Tool speed too slow.
4. Attempting to cut
curves with tool.
Internal damage or
wear. (Carbon brushes or
bearings, for example.)
1. Forcing tool to
work too fast.
2. Accessory dull
or damaged.
3. Blocked motor
housing vents.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Likely Solutions
1. Check power at outlet. If outlet is
unpowered, unplug Charger and check
circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped,
make sure circuit is right capacity for
Charger and circuit has no other loads.
2. Have technician service tool.
1. Keep accessories sharp.
Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician
replace brushes.
1. Replace saw Blade.
2. Make sure Blade is securely
installed in tool.
3. If turning, pivot saw around front
of blade and do not force tool.
1. Replace saw Blade.
2. Use correct Blade for material to be cut.
3. Squeeze Trigger harder
to increase speed.
4. Use tool only to cut straight lines.
Have technician service tool.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Keep cutting accessories
sharp. Replace as needed.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles
and NIOSH-approved dust mask/
respirator while blowing dust out
of motor using compressed air.
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