Chicago Electric 7-1/4" Circular Metal Cut Saw 8897 - Manual (Page 11)

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Tool’s thermal reset breaker
tripped (if equipped).
4. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or
switch, for example.)
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity
for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Turn off tool and allow to cool.
Press reset button on tool.
4. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly. Extension cord too long or
wire size too small.
Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension cord
is needed, use shorter/heavier gauge cord. See
Extension Cords in Grounding section on page 5.
Performance
decreases over time.
1. Accessory dull or damaged.
2. Carbon brushes worn
or damaged.
1. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
2. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Accessory misaligned.
3. Accessory dull or damaged.
4. Blocked motor housing vents.
5. Motor being strained by long or
small diameter extension cord.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Check and correct accessory to
fence and/or table alignment.
3. Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as needed.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
5. Eliminate use of extension cord. If an extension
cord is needed, use one with the proper
diameter for its length and load. See Extension
Cords in Grounding section on page 5.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power
supply before service.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.