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SYMPTOM
Motor will not start
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Motor will not start;
fuses blown or circuit
breakers are tripped
Unit has vibration or
noisy operation
Loud, repetitious
noise or excessive
vibration coming from
dust collector
Sawdust blown into
the air from the dust
collector
TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
1. Low voltage
2. Open circuit in motor or loose
connections
3. Defective switch
1. Short circuit in line cord or plug
2. Short circuit in motor or loose
connections
3. Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in
power line
1. Motor or components are loose
2. Motor bearings faulty
1. Dust collection canister is full
2. Filter cartridge/bag is dirty or
damaged
3. Dust collector hose restricted
4. The lumber is wet and dust is not
flowing through the hose smoothly
5. There is a leak in the hose
Hose clamps or dust collection canister
is not properly clamped and secured.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Check power line for proper voltage
2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or
open connection
3. Replace switch
1. Inspect line cord or plug for damaged insulation
and shorted wires
2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or
shorted terminals or worn insulation on wires
3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers
1. Inspect/replace any stripped or damaged bolts/
nuts and retighten.
2. Call the customer service line at 847-780-6120
for assistance
1. Empty collection canister.
2. Clean filter cartridge/bag or replace.
3. Remove hose from dust collector inlet and
unblock the restriction in the hose. A plumbing
snake may be necessary.
4. Process lumber with less than 20% moisture
content.
5. Inspect and replace hose.
Make sure hose clamps are tight and completely
over the hose. Make sure motor housing is seated
on collection canister correctly and locked in place
with the locking band.
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