Electrical Motor Trouble Shooting; Gasoline Engine - Norton Clipper Blockbuster BBC347 Owner's Manual

F. Electrical Motor Trouble Shooting:
Circuit Breaker During Start Up or Not Cutting:
 Verify that the power supply voltage matches the motor name plate voltage
 Verify that the circuit breaker is at least 30 amps
 Verify that the Extension Cord meets the requirements on See: Power
Connections page 9
 Have a qualified Electrician verify that the Electrical Connections are correctly
made.
 If using a generator verify that it meets the minimum requirements See:
Generators on page 9
Circuit Breaker Trips while cutting: - This is an issue with the Blade or Cutting Method
being used.
 Verify that the Blade Being used is correct for the material being cut
 Verify that the Blade is properly exposed
 Verify that the Blade is installed properly
 Verify the cutting method. Forcing the Blade into the material is a sign that
either the Blade is NOT correct for the material being cut or an inexperienced
operator. Let the Blade and Machine work for you do not work for the Blade and
Machine.
Overload Protector (Thermal) Trips – This is a sign of Low Voltage, Incorrect Blade for
Material being cut, or forcing the Blade through the material.
 Verify Voltage at the machine!
 Verify that the Extension Cord meets the requirements on See: Power
Connections page 9
 Verify the cutting method. Forcing the Blade into the material is a sign that
either the Blade is NOT correct for the material being cut or an inexperienced
operator. Let the Blade and Machine work for you do not work for the Blade and
Machine.
 Clean Motor by blowing out the fan cover with compressed air
 Check the Motor for a damaged fan
G. Gasoline Engine
Prior to attempting to operate the engine, read the information contained in the engine
owner's manual. An engine owner's manual is supplied with every gasoline powered
concrete saw.
1. Check Oil: Add oil if low. Refer to the engine owner's manual for the recommended SAE
viscosity grades. Capacity of oil is 1.1 liters (1.16 US qt)
Failure to run the motor on the proper voltage will damage the motor
and is not covered under warranty. Improperly wired motors are not
covered under warranty.
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