Troubleshooting - Record Power DML320-EP Original Instruction Manual

14. Troubleshooting

Warning: For your own safety, always turn off and unplug
the machine before carrying out any troubleshooting.
Problem
Kg
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Machine will not start, develop full power
or stalls.
Motor overheats.
Spindle stalls or will not turn.
Tailstock moves when applying pressure
Tailstock or tool rest holder will not lock in place
securely.
Turning tool digs into the timber or grabs it.
Digital speed readout does not work.
Excessive motor noise.
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Cause
i 1. Machine not plugged in.
2. Low voltage.
3. Loose connection.
4. Circuit overloaded with electrical appliances.
5. Circuit too long or undersized wires.
6. Circuit breaker does not have
sufficient capacity.
7. Drive belt tension too high.
8. Extension cord is too long.
9. Worn motor.
10. Motor not cooling sufficiently.
1. Motor overloaded.
2. Motor not cooling sufficiently.
1. Excessive depth of cut.
2. Loose or broken belt.
3. Worn spindle bearings.
4. Indexing lock is engaged.
1. Excessive pressure is being applied by the
tailstock to the workpiece.
2. Tailstock is not secured in place.
3. Lathe bed and tailstock mating surfaces
are dirty.
1. The clamp is set incorrectly.
1. The turning tool is blunt.
2. The tool rest is set to low.
3. The tool rest is too far from the timber.
4. The wrong turning tool is being used.
1. The speed sensor is in the wrong position.
1. Faulty motor.
2. Pulley blind set screws are loose.
Solution
1. Plug the machine in.
2. Check power supply to the machine.
3. Check all external connections.
4. Decrease the load on the circuit.
5. Reduce the length of the wire or use a suitable
diameter of cable.
6. Have a qualified electrician install proper sized
circuit breaker.
7. Reduce belt tension.
8. Reduce the length of the extension cord.
9. Replace motor.
10. Clean the motor to increase airflow or reduce
operational periods.
1. Reduce load on the motor.
2. Clean the motor to increase airflow or reduce
operational periods.
1. Reduce cutting depth.
2. Adjust belt tension or replace drive belt.
3. Replace bearings.
4. Disengage the indexing lock and check the
spindle pulley for damage and replace
if necessary.
1. Apply only sufficient force with the tailstock to
hold the timber securely between centres.
2. Tighten tailstock locking lever.
3. Remove and clean the tailstock and lathe bed.
1. Adjust the clamp as shown in the
Maintenance chapter of the manual.
1. Sharpen the turning tool.
2. Set the tool rest to the correct height.
3. Move the tool rest closer to the timber.
4. Use the correct turning tool.
1. Contact customer services in your country
for advice.
1. Replace motor.
2. Tighten blind set screws.