Axminster Trade AT220BS Original Instructions Manual - Page 12

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Troubleshooting Operating Problems

Trouble
Sander will not start
Sanding belt does
not come up to speed
Machine vibrates
excessively
Abrasive belt keeps
tearing
Sanded edge not
square
Sanding marks on
wood
Possible Cause
1.
Sander unplugged from
wall or motor
2.
Fuse blown or circuit
breaker tripped
3.
Cord damaged
1.
Extension cord too light
or too long
2.
Motor not wired for
proper voltage
3.
Low current
1.
Stand on uneven floor
2.
Motor mounts are loose
3.
Tension spring is worn
or broken
1.
Belt is running in the
wrong direction
1.
Table not square to
sanding platen
1.
Wrong grit sanding belt
2.
Feed pressure too great
3.
Sanding against the
grain
1.
Check all plug connections
2.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker
3.
Replace cord
1.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord (see Recommended Extension
Cord Gauges on page 6)
2.
Refer to motor junction cover for proper
wiring
3.
Contact a qualified electrician
1.
Adjust stand so that it rests evenly on the
floor
2.
Tighten motor mount bolts
3.
Replace spring
1.
Arrow on the sanding belt and machine
should be pointing in the same direction.
1.
Use a square to adjust table to sanding
platen
1.
Use coarser grit for stock removal and
fine grit for finish sanding.
2.
Never force work into sanding platen
3.
Sand with the grain
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