Fault Possible Cause Remedy
Machine will not start Power supply not connected Check plug socket is switched on
Fuse in plug has blown Replace fuse
Break in power supply cable Visually check cable, replace in necessary
Loose terminal on switch Remove switch and check connections
Switch failed Replace switch
Machine will not start, a buzzing sound is
heard
Start capacitor failed Replace capacitor
Machine starts to turn but slow speed only
and stalls easily
Failed motor Replace motor
Spindle stalls but motor still running Loose drive belt Replace drive belt
Motor is running but spindle not turning
Broken drive belt Replace drive belt
Motor is overheating Too much load on motor Reduce load on motor, make shallower cuts
Airflow to cooling fan is blocked Remove fan cover and clean grill
Spindle rotation slows during cut Excessive depth of cut Make shallower cuts
Chisels are dull Sharpen chisels
Drive Belt Slipping: Check the belt is not
frayed
Drive Belt Slipping: Check the spring loaded
pulley moves freely along the shaft
Clean the shaft and use a lubricating sparay
Signs of wear or damage to pulleys Replace motor drive pulleys
CHARNWOOD W813 LATHE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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