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Stephanie BarberSep 10, 2025
What causes the conveyor motor to stall on a Jet Sander?
- JJoshua AguilarSep 10, 2025
If your Jet Sander's conveyor motor stalls, reduce the depth of cut; use a coarser grit and reduce the feed rate.
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If your Jet Sander's conveyor motor stalls, reduce the depth of cut; use a coarser grit and reduce the feed rate.
What to do if the drum motor won’t start and fuses blow in my Jet 723540B Sander?
If the drum motor of your Jet Sander won’t start and fuses blow or circuit breakers trip, inspect the cord or plug for damaged insulation and shorted wires. Also, inspect all connections on the motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation. Finally, ensure you have the correct fuse or circuit breaker installed in the power line.
How to troubleshoot a Jet 723540B drum motor that won’t start?
If the drum motor of your Jet Sander won’t start when the switch is activated, check the connections at the plug or circuit panel to ensure there is incoming current. Make sure the safety key is installed in the switch. Check the power line for proper voltage and inspect all lead connections on the motor for loose or open connections. If the issue persists, the switch may be malfunctioning and need replacement.
Why is my Jet Sander burning the wood?
If your Jet Sander is burning wood, re-wrap the abrasive strip to ensure it is not overlapped. Clean the abrasive if it is loaded. If the depth of cut is excessive for the fine grit, use a coarser grit or reduce the depth of cut. Increase the feed rate if it is too slow, and replace the abrasive if it is worn.
What causes the drum motor to overheat on a Jet 723540B?
If the drum motor of your Jet Sander overheats, clean the motor fan with compressed air to restore normal air circulation. If the motor is overloaded, have the controls inspected and repaired.
What causes a Jet 723540B's drum motor to stall and blow fuses?
If the drum motor on your Jet Sander stalls, resulting in blown fuses or a tripped circuit, inspect the connections on the motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation. Correct any low voltage conditions. Install the correct fuse or circuit breaker.
Why is the board slipping on the conveyor belt of my Jet Sander?
If the board slips on the conveyor belt of your Jet Sander, lower the tension rollers. Adjust the tables if the extension tables are too high. Reduce the feed rate if it is excessive and replace the conveyor belt if it is dirty or worn.
How to fix a loose abrasive strip on my Jet Sander?
If the abrasive strip on your Jet Sander is loose, readjust the strip end in the slot and/or trim the abrasive edge if the strip is caught on the inside edge of the slot or on the inboard side of the drum. If the strip is not cut properly, recut and reinstall it.
Why is my Jet 723540B Sander gouging the wood?
If your Jet Sander is gouging the wood, correct the depth of cut or roller tension, and add work supports for long work pieces if the workpiece is not properly supported.
What causes the abrasive strip to come off my Jet 723540B's drum?
If the abrasive strip comes off the drum of your Jet Sander, remove any slack in the strip. If the abrasive is improperly wrapped, read the section on installing abrasives and rewrap it.
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