17. Troubleshooting
Fault
Motor does not work
The engine runs slowly and
does not reach the operat-
ing speed.
Motor makes excessive
noise
The motor does not reach
its full power.
Motor overheats easily.
Reduced cutting power
when sawing
Saw cut is rough or wavy
Workpiece pulls away and/
or splinters
Possible cause
Motor, cable or plug defective, fuses
burnt
Voltage too low, coils damaged,
capacitor burnt
Coils damaged, motor defective
Circuits in the network are overload-
ed (lamps, other motors, etc.)
Overloading of the motor, insuffi-
cient cooling of the motor
Saw blade too small (ground too
much)
Saw blade dull, tooth shape not ap-
propriate for the material thickness
Excessive cutting pressure and/or
saw blade not suitable for use
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Remedy
Arrange for inspection of the machine
by a specialist. Never repair the motor
yourself. Danger! Check fuses and replace
if necessary
Contact the utility provider to check the
voltage. Arrange for inspection of the motor
by a specialist. Arrange for replacement of
the capacitor by a specialist
Arrange for inspection of the motor by a
specialist
Do not use any other equipment or motors
on the same circuit
Avoid overloading the motor while cutting,
remove dust from the motor in order to
ensure optimal cooling of the motor
Readjust end stop of the saw unit
Resharpen saw blade and/or use suitable
saw blade
Insert suitable saw blade
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