Powermatic PM1250 - Troubleshooting; Common Issues and Solutions

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10.0 Troubleshooting PM1250 Electrostatic AFS
Table 4
Symptom
Probable Cause
Remedy*
Machine will not start.
No incoming power.
Check plug connection.
Cover improperly installed.
Reinstall cover. If properly installed, red light
will illuminate on control panel.
Low voltage.
Request voltage check from power company
and correct low voltage condition.
Power cord damaged.
Replace cord.
Control button or PCBA malfunction.
Contact Powermatic customer service.
Excessive vibration.
Loose frame parts, knobs or fasteners.
Inspect and tighten as needed.
Impeller imbalance.
Clean impeller (do not use solvents). If
imbalance still occurs, replace impeller.
Motor imbalance.
Have motor tested by qualified personnel;
replace if needed.
Unit not responding to
remote control.
Weak batteries in remote control.
Replace batteries.
Radio frequency interference.
Identify sources of interference and
eliminate them, or relocate unit.
Remote control or machine control
panel malfunction.
Contact Powermatic customer service.
Unit not working
efficiently; not cleaning
air.
Filter not installed properly.
Reinstall filter; make sure it is fully rotated.
Blocked air flow.
Inspect filter; replace if dirty. Vacuum or
blow out the pre-filter and any residual dust
from inside unit.
Unit not electrically grounded.
Check power source; make sure grounding
is working.
Controls on unit not
working.
Control button or PCBA malfunction.
Contact Powermatic customer service.
* WARNING: Some remedies may require a qualified electrician.