TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
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NOTE: Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified person.
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Motor will not run. 1. Defective On-Off switch. 1. Replace defective parts before using
Defective mains lead. lathe again.
2. Burned out motor. 2. Any attempt to repair this motor may
cause a HAZARD unless repair is done
by a qualified service technician.
3. Blown fuse. 3. Replace fuse.
Lathe slows down 1. V-belt too loose. 1. Adjust belt tension, see Belt Tension
when turning. Page 12. (G3).
Tailstock rocks back 1. Adjusting screw is too loose. 1. Adjust screw. See Assembly Section
and forth excessively. Page 11. (F15).
Headstock loose on bed. 1. Set screw not tight. 1. Tighten set screw. See Assembly
Section Page 9. (F8).
Wood burns at tailstock 1. Live centre too tight or 1. Back off tailstock barrel and lubricate
end. not lubricated. live centre. See Basic Lathe Operation
Section, “Spindle Turning”.
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