Wen 34034 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Motor will not start.
1. Power cord damaged or not
properly plugged in.
1. Check the power cord, extension cord, power
plug and the power outlet. Do not use the tool if
any cord is damaged.
2. Defective power switch.
2. Stop using the tool and call
1-800-232-1195 for customer service.
3. Defective motor or other internal
damage.
3. Stop using the tool and call
1-800-232-1195 for customer service.
4. Motor carbon brushes are worn
4. Have the carbon brushes checked and
replaced by an experienced technician.
Motor or spindle stalls.
1. Excessive cut 1. Reduce the depth of the cut
2. Worn, damaged, or improperly
adjusted drive belt
2. Adjust or replace the drive belt
(Part No. 34034-205).
3. Worn bearings.
2. Stop using the tool and call
1-800-232-1195 for customer service.
Excessive vibration.
1. Workpiece is warped, out of
round, has major flaw, or was
improperly prepared for turning.
1. Correct the problem by planing or sawing
workpiece, or discard it entirely and restart.
2. Worn bearings.
2. Stop using the tool and call
1-800-232-1195 for customer service.
3. Worn drive belt.
3. Replace the drive belt
(Part No. 34034-205).
4. Lathe is on an uneven surface. 4. Mount the lathe on a stable, flat surface.
Tools grab or dig in.
1. Dull tools. 1. Use sharp tools.
2. Tool rest position too low. 2. Reposition the tool rest height.
3. Tool rest position too far from
work piece.
3. Reposition the tool rest closer to the
workpiece.
4. Improper tool being used. 4. Use correct tool for operation.
Tailstock moves when
locked and pressure is
applied.
5. Lock nut needs adjusting. 3. Tighten lock nut (Part No. 34034-052).
4. Lathe bed and tailstock mating
surfaces are greasy or oily.
3. Remove the tailstock and clean the surfaces
with a cleaner. Apply a light coat of oil to the
lathe bed surface.
Error code shown. 1. Lathe is being used incorrectly. 3. Consult chart on page 20.
WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements
should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service
at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
NOTE: Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. Parts and accessories
that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered by the two-year warranty.

Wen 34034 Specifications

General

Brand	Wen
Model	34034
Category	Lathe
Language	English