Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 92158 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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 wear.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or
cord diameter too small.
Belt does not stay Tracking is uneven.
centered or scrapes
on Housing.
Performance 1. Belt 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. Belt misaligned.
3. Belt dull or damaged.
4. Blocked motor housing vents.
5. Motor being strained by long or
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power
supply before service.
Item 92158
Possible Causes
tripped (if equipped).
(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 on page 6.
Adjust the tracking of the Sanding Belt by
turning the Adjustment Screw (59).
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Have technician service tool.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Use Adjusting Screw (59) to correct belt tracking.
3. Replace as needed.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
5. 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 on page 6.
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