TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Cause Solution
Sanding grains easily rub off belts
or discs.
Sanding belt/disc has been stored in
the wrong environment.
Store sanding accessories away
from extremely hot or dry environ-
ments.
Sanding belt/disc has been dam-
aged or folded.
Store sanding accessories flat – not
bent or folded.
Deep sanding grooves or scars in
workpiece.
Sanding belt/disc is too coarse for
the desired finish.
Use a finer-grit sanding accessory.
Workpiece sanded across the grain. Sand with the wood grain.
Too much force applied to work-
piece.
Reduce pressure on workpiece
while sanding. Let the tool do the
work.
Workpiece held still against belt/
disc for too long.
Keep workpiece moving while sand-
ing.
Sanding surface clogs quickly.
Too much force applied to work-
piece.
Reduce pressure on workpiece
while sanding. Let the tool do the
work.
Sanding softwood (or highly resin-
ous species).
Use different stock/sanding ac-
cessories, or accept that this will
happen, and plan on cleaning or
replacing belts/discs frequently.
Workpiece’s surface is burnt.
Sanding belt/disc is too fine.
Use a coarser-grit sanding acces-
sory.
Too much force applied to work-
piece.
Reduce pressure on workpiece
while sanding. Let the tool do the
work.
Workpiece held still against belt/
disc for too long.
Keep workpiece moving while sand-
ing.
Motor will not start – no noise at all.
Unit not plugged in. Plug unit into power source.
Incorrect size/length of extension
cord.
Choose the proper size and length
of extension cord; see p. X.
Power line breaker is tripped.
Ensure breaker is not tripped; reset
breaker if necessary.
Unit’s onboard breaker is tripped. Push button to reset breaker.
Defective power switch, relay, or
motor.
Contact customer service at 1-800-
232-1195.
WARNING! Stop using the generator immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious
personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST),
or email techsupport@wenproducts.com.
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