Motor stalls
(resulting in blown
fuses or tripped
circuit)
Stropping wheel
loses performance
Wavy condition on
surface of
workpiece
Short circuit in motor or
loose connections
Low voltage
Belt loosen
Motor overload
Insufficient wheel
preparations
Wheel is damaged
Machine vibrating.
Workpiece is not held
in place firmly
Wheel face uneven
Inspect connections on motor
for loose or shorted terminals
or worn insulation. (Send for
servicing )
Correct low voltage conditions
(for example: improper
extension cord length and/or
gauge)
Tighten the drive belt
Reduce the load on the motor
Prepare wheel
Replace wheel
Make sure machine is securely
positioned on a level surface
Use a holding device to firmly
retain the workpiece.
Dress the grinding wheel
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