Maintenance; Troubleshooting Guide - Craftsman 152.211700 Owner's Manual

Turn the power switch "OFF" and unplug the power cord from its power source prior to
any maintenance.
CLEANING
With the Utility Sharpener unplugged, rotate the abrasive wheel slowly and inspect for
any damage.
CAUTION: REPLACE the abrasive wheel if there is any damage at all. FAILURE to
replace a damaged wheel can cause serious injury to the operator.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS to clean the Utility Sharpener.
A clean dry rag or brush is all that is needed to remove dust and debris buildup.
Repairs to the Utility Sharpener should be performed by trained personnel only.
Contact your nearest Sears Service Center for authorized service. Unauthorized repairs
or replacement with non-factory parts could cause serious injury to the operator and
damage to the Utility Sharpener.
TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the Utility Sharpener, turn the
switch to the "OFF" position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle
before making any adjustments.
PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION
Motor does Machine not plugged in Plug power cord into electrical receptacle
not run Power switch in 'OFF" position Push switch to Forward or Reverse
Power cord is faulty Return to Sears Service Center
Fuse or circuit breaker are open Overloaded electrical circuit
Damaged motor Return to Sears Service Center
Motor does not Incorrect line voltage Have a qualified electrician check line for
have full power proper voltage
Damaged motor Return to Sears Service Center
Motor runs hot Motor is overloaded Reduce pressure on workpiece
Poor air circulation around motor Remove any blockage around openings in
the base
Motor stalls or Motor is overloaded Reduce pressure on workpiece
runs slow Incorrect line voltage Have a qualified electrician check line for
proper voltage
Capacitor has failed Return to Sears Service Center
Fuse blows or Motor overloaded Reduce pressure on workpiece
circuit breaker Overloaded electrical circuit Reduce the amount of items on circuit
trips Wrong fuse or circuit breaker Replace with correct fuse or circuit breaker
Undersized or excessive length Use correct size
of extension cord, see manual
Grinding wheel is blocked Unplug machine and remove obstruction
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