10.0 Troubleshooting PM2200 Cyclone Dust Collector
10.1 Electrical and motor problems
Symptom
Motor will not start.
Motor will not start:
fuse blows or circuit
breaker trips.
Motor overheats.
Motor stalls, resulting
in blown fuses or
tripped circuit.
Loud noise or
vibrations coming from
machine.
Remote controller fails
to activate machine.
* WARNING: Some corrections may require a qualified electrician.
Possible Cause
No incoming current.
Safety key missing from switch.
Motor overheated, relay tripped.
Low voltage.
Open circuit in motor or loose
connection.
Faulty start switch.
Faulty start capacitor.
Faulty motor.
Too many machines on shared
circuit.
Short circuit in line cord or plug.
Short circuit in motor or loose
connections.
Incorrect fuse or circuit breaker in
power line.
Motor overloaded.
Air circulation through motor is
restricted.
Motor overloaded.
Short circuit in motor or loose
connections.
Low voltage.
Incorrect fuse or circuit breaker in
power line.
Loose fasteners.
Motor fan is hitting the cover.
Impeller is damaged.
Stop button still engaged.
Batteries drained.
Remote needs resetting.
Correction*
Check connections at plug or circuit panel.
Install safety key.
Allow machine to cool, then press reset
button and restart.
Check power line for proper voltage.
Inspect all connections to switch box and
motor for loose or open connections.
Inspect and replace switch if needed.
Replace capacitor.
Inspect and replace motor if needed.
Connect dust collector to dedicated circuit.
Inspect cord or plug for damaged
insulation and shorted wires.
Inspect all connections on motor for loose
or shorted terminals or worn insulation.
Install correct fuse or circuit breaker at
power source.
Reduce load on motor.
Clean motor fan with compressed air to
restore normal air circulation.
Reduce load on motor.
Inspect connections on motor for loose or
shorted terminals or worn insulation.
Correct low voltage conditions.
Install correct fuse or circuit breaker.
Inspect machine and tighten all fasteners.
Tighten fan or shim cover. Replace fan
cover if damaged.
Replace impeller.
Disengage stop button.
Replace batteries.
Follow instructions for clearing and
resetting.
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