4.2. Disposal
The waste generated by the electrical machines must not be disposed of with the normal
domestic waste, but must be recycled in an environmentally compatible manner in approved
plants. Please inquire at the local authority or the dealer for waste collection and disposal.
4.3. Possible errors and remedies
Nr.
Error
1
Engine goes off
during operation
2
Cable kinks,
twists, or breaks.
3
Cable tangles in
drum
4
Power Cord GFCI
trips when unit is
plugged in or
when foot pedal
is pressed.
5
Motor does not
operate
6
The "Forward/
Reverse" switch
does not work
7
The foot pedal
sticks
EN
Possible Cause
1. The motor may have
been shut off by its
internal thermal
protection switch, or auto
reset breaker.
2. GFCI breaker tripped.
1. Too much force on the
cable.
2. Too much slack
between Drain Cleaner
and drainpipe inlet.
3. Cable used is wrong
size for drain pipe.
4. Cable exposed to acid.
5. Cable worn out.
1. Too much force on the
cable.
2. Motor running in
reverse.
3. Distributor tube frozen.
1. Motor Direction Switch
defective.
2. Frayed Power Cord.
3. Short circuit in Motor
4. Excess moisture
touching Power Cord or
Drain Cleaner.
5. Faulty GFCI unit.
Pneumatic Foot Pedal
may have a leak.
The centrifugal switch
requires the motor to
come to a complete stop
before it will allow the
direction of the motor to
be changed.
Overloading of the motor
may cause the Foot Pedal
to stick
Remedy
1. Turn motor off. Allow motor to cool off
completely before restarting and stay clear
of cable when turning motor back on.
2. Make sure all electrical components are
dry and all insulation is in good repair. Press
reset button. If GFCI trips again, have
machine serviced by qualified electrician
before further use.
1. Do not force cable. Let cutter do the work.
2. Move Drain Cleaner to within two feet of
drainpipe inlet.
3. Change cable size.
4. Clean and oil cable regularly.
5. Replace cable.
1. Do not force cable. Let cutter tool do the
work
2. Retract Cable with the Motor Direction
Switch in the Forward position.
3. Lubricate distributor tube bearings.
1. Repair or replace Motor Direction Switch.
2. Repair or replace the Power Cord.
3. Have Motor repaired by a qualified
technician; Replace Motor
4. Dry cord and unit.
5. Electrician must Replace Power Cord with
GFCI.
Check for leaks in air hose leading from
Foot Pedal. Check for tears and holes in Foot
Pedal. Replace if needed.
Move the "Forward/Reverse" Switch to the
"Off" position and allow the motor to stop
before changing from "Forward" to
"Reverse" or visa versa.
Press the Foot Pedal several times to release it
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