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| | # Suppose the bandsaw will not start. | | # Suppose the bandsaw will not start. |
| | ## Check that the E-stop is fully pulled out. | | ## Check that the E-stop is fully pulled out. |
| − | ## Check that the electrical power cord is plugged into the power outlet. | + | ## Check that the electrical power cord is plugged into the power outlet. |
| − | # Suppose the machine will not stop.
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| − | ## This is a very rare occurrence, as the machine is designed to be fail-safe. If it should occur and you cannot fix the fault, seek professional assistance. The machine must be disconnected from the power and never run until the fault has been rectified.
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| − | # Suppose the motor tries to start but will not turn.
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| − | ## Typical reasons are: guides too tight, wood jammed in the wheel. Adjust guides or remove jammed wood.
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| − | ## Feeding the wood too fast. Slow down the feed rate.
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| − | ## Insufficient set on the teeth (wood nipping the blade). Change blade for a blade with the correct set.
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| − | ## Oil or dirt on the drive belt. Clean or replace the drive belts.
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| − | ## Fence not aligned correctly. Align fence.
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| − | # Suppose the blade will not track on flywheels.
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| − | ## Bad blade. Change the blade.
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| − | ## Crown on the wheels worn or damaged tire. Dress the tires.
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| − | # Suppose the blade kicks.
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| − | ## Bad blade. Replace the blade.
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| | ==Maintenance== | | ==Maintenance== |