Front View; Rear View; Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 96435 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

Motor Armature, and that the springs face away from the Motor. Also, make sure
the springs operate freely. After replacement or cleaning, re-install the Brush
Holder Covers. NOTE: New Carbon Brushes tend to arc or spark when first
used until they wear and conform to the Motor's Armature. (See Figure B, next
page.)
4. WARNINg! If the power Cord of this tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
5. CAuTION! All maintenance, service, and repairs not mentioned in this
manual must only be performed by a qualified service technician.
6. STORINg: Always store the Belt Sander in a clean, dry and safe location out of
reach of children and other unauthorized people.
BRuSH HOLDER COVER (15)

FRONT VIEW

problem
Tool will not start.
Poor sanding quality.
Motor power
decreasing.
SKU 96435 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
CARBON BRuSH (13)

Troubleshooting

possible Causes
1. Power switch not activated.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Cord not connected.
4. Dirty or worn carbon brushes.
1. Sanding belt worn or clogged.
2. Sanding against wood grain.
3. Sanding belt not held flat against
wood.
1. Dirty or worn carbon brushes.
CARBON BRuSH (13)
BRuSH HOLDER COVER (15)
FIguRE B
1. Squeeze power switch.
2. Check power at outlet.
3. Check that cord is plugged in.
4. Clean or replace carbon brushes.
1. replace sanding belt.
2. Sand parallel to wood grain.
3. Keep entire sanding belt flat on the
surface of the wood.
1. Clean or replace carbon brushes.

REAR VIEW

probable Solutions
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