Triton TA 235CSL - Manual (Page 11)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Saw will not operate
Power lead not plugged in Ensure that the power lead is connected to the power supply
Power fault, fuse or circuit breaker tripped Check the power supply
Brushes worn or sticking
Disconnect power, open brush caps and ensure brushes move freely in
the holders. Check whether brushes require replacing as outlined in the
maintenance section.
Lead damaged Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace the lead
Faulty switch Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace the switch
Faulty motor Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace the motor
Poor performance
Extension lead too long or undersized Use extension lead heavy enough to carry the current
Blunt or damaged blade Re-sharpen or replace blade
Motor is overloaded
Reduce pushing force on saw. Ensure the cut isn’t closing and pinching the
blade.
Tool is overheating
Turn off the tool and let it cool down to room temperature. Inspect and clean the
ventilation slots.
Vibration or abnormal noise
Accessory not secured Ensure that the saw blade is fully tightened in the arbor washers
Moving parts excessively worn Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Mechanical obstruction Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Armature has shorted sections Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Motor runs but blade won’t spin
Blade retaining nut is loose Tighten blade retaining nut, ensure the arbor washers are correctly fitted
Broken gear shaft or teeth Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Saw depth adjustment not holding Depth adjustment lever requires tightening
Reposition the depth adjustment lever as described in 'Adjusting the depth
locking lever tension'
Heavy sparking occurs inside motor
housing
Brushes not moving freely Disconnect power, remove brushes, clean or replace
Armature short circuited or open circuited Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Commutator surface not clean Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Retractable guard will not close, or is
slow to close
Return spring detached or broken Re-attach or replace spring (use only genuine Triton replacement parts)
Guard is bent Straighten it or contact authorised service centre** to repair or replace
Mechanism fouled by sawdust Clean and lightly lubricate fouled mechanism
Troubleshooting
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