Use and Care Manual

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Maintenance / Troubleshooting
• If either brush is worn to less than 6mm long, both
brushes must be replaced using genuine Triton
replacement brushes - available from Authorised Triton
Saw Repair Centres.
• Triton Precision Power Tools will not be responsible
for any damage or injury caused by mishandling or
unauthorised repair of this tool.
POWER LEAD MAINTENANCE
If the power lead needs replacing, the task must be carried
out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or an
authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.
SYMPTOM PROBLEM SUGGESTED REMEDY
Saw will not operate Power lead not plugged in Ensure that the power lead is connected to
the power supply
Power fault, fuse or circuit breaker
tripped
Check the power supply
Brushes worn or sticking Disconnect power, open brush caps and ensure
brushes move freely in the holders. Check
whether brushes require replacing as outlined in
the maintenance section.
Lead damaged Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace the lead
Faulty switch Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace the switch
Faulty motor Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace the motor
Poor performance Extension lead too long
or undersized
Use extension lead heavy enough
to carry the current
Blunt or damaged blade Re-sharpen or replace blade
Motor is overloaded Reduce pushing force on saw. Ensure the cut
isn’t closing and pinching the blade.
Tool is overheating Turn off the tool and let it cool down to
room temperature. Inspect and clean the
ventilation slots.
Vibration or abnormal noise Accessory not secured Ensure that the saw blade is fully tightened
in the arbor washers
Moving parts excessively worn Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace
Mechanical obstruction Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace
Armature has shorted sections Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace
Motor runs but blade won’t
spin
Blade retaining nut is loose Tighten blade retaining nut,
ensure the arbor washers are correctly fitted
Broken gear shaft or teeth Use authorised service centre**
to repair or replace
TROUBLESHOOTING
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