Multiquip MP120E - Manual (Page 36)

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TROUBLESHOOTING - BLADE
Table 7. Blade Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Problem Solution
Blade slows or stops cutting, still
remains on blade
Blade too hard for the material being cut?
Consult dealer or Multiquip for correct blade. Try cutting
very soft material (sandstone, silica brick, cinder block)
to “redress” the blade.
Engine torque diminished because of loose
V-belt?
Tighten and/or replace V-belt.
Insufficient engine power? Check throttle setting. Check engine horsepower.
Improper direction of rotation?
Check that the blade is properly oriented and rotational
arrow points in a “down-cutting” direction.
Blade is slipping onto the blade shaft?
Check that the blade and flange pin are properly
installed on the blade shaft.
Blade does not cut straight and/
or true.
Blade being used on misaligned saw? Check blade shaft bearings and alignment integrity.
Blade is excessively hard for the material
being cut? Check specification of the blade with the material being
cut. Consult dealer or Multiquip for information.
Blade improperly mounted on arbor
shoulders and flanges?
Ensure blade is properly affixed on the blade shaft.
Excessive force applied to blade while
cutting? DO NOT force the blade in the cut. Apply a slow and
steady pace when sawing.
Blade discoloring, crackling and/or
wearing excessively.
Blade is too hard for material being cut?
Consult dealer or Multiquip for correct blade. Try cutting
very soft material (sandstone, silica brick, cinder block)
to “redress” the blade.
Blade improperly mounted on arbor
shoulders and flanges?
Ensure blade is properly affixed on the blade shaft.
Blade not receiving enough cooling water or
air?
Ensure proper flow and volume of water is provided
for wet cutting blades. Ensure sufficient cooling air is
circulated about a dry cutting blade.
Arbor hole out of round? Ensure blade is properly affixed on the blade shaft.
Incorrect blade chosen for material being
cut? Check specification of the blade with the material being
cut. Consult dealer or Multiquip for information.
Excessive force applied to blade while
cutting? DO NOT force the blade in the cut. Apply a slow and
steady pace when sawing.