17. Troubleshooting
Fault
Motor does not work.
The engine runs slowly and
does not reach the operating
speed.
Engine producing excessive
noise.
The motor does not reach its
full power.
Motor overheats easily.
Saw cut is rough or wavy.
Workpiece pulls away and/or
splinters.
Burn marks on the wood
when working.
Band saw blade jams when
working.
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Possible cause
Engine, cable or connector
defective, fuses burnt.
Voltage too low, coils damaged,
capacitor burnt.
Coils damaged, motor defective. Have the engine checked by a specialist.
Circuits in the network are
overloaded (lamps, other
motors, etc.).
Overloading of the motor,
insufficient cooling of the motor.
Band saw blade dull, tooth
shape not appropriate for the
material thickness.
Excessive cutting pressure and/
or band saw blade not suitable
for use.
Band saw blade blunt.
Incorrect speed.
Band saw blade blunt.
Band saw blade resinous.
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Remedy
Have the machine checked by a specialist.
Never repair the engine yourself.
Danger! Check the fuses and replace them if
necessary.
Have the voltage checked by a utility provider.
Have the engine checked by a specialist.
Have the capacitor replaced by a specialist.
Do not use any other equipment or motors on
the same circuit.
Avoid overloading the engine while cutting.
Remove dust from the engine in order to
ensure optimal cooling of the engine.
Sharpen the saw band or insert a suitable saw
band.
Insert a suitable saw band.
Replace the saw band.
Choose a suitable speed for the workpiece to
be cut.
Replace the saw band.
Clean the saw band.