Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 68987 Owners & Safety Manual

troubleshooting

problem
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool's thermal reset breaker
4. Internal damage or
Tool operates slowly. Power being reduced by long or
small diameter extension cord.
Performance 1. Blade dull or damaged.
decreases over time.
2. Carbon brushes worn
Excessive noise Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
or rattling. brushes or bearings, for example.)
Overheating. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Blade dull or damaged.
3. Blocked motor housing vents.
4. Motor being strained by long or
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing
the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
Item 68987
possible causes
tripped (if equipped).
wear. (Carbon brushes or
switch, for example.)
or damaged.
small diameter extension cord.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
likely Solutions
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity
for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use one with the proper
diameter for its length and load. See Extension
Cords in GROUNDING section.
1. Keep blade sharp. Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Have technician service tool.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Keep blade 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.
4. Eliminate use of extension cord.
If an extension cord is needed, use one with
the proper diameter for its length and load.
See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section.
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