Triton TA 235CSL: TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

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

Disconnect power, open brush caps and ensure brushes move freely in

Brushes worn or sticking

the holders. Check whether brushes require replacing as outlined in the

Saw will not operate

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

Extension lead too long or undersized Use extension lead heavy enough to carry the current

Blunt or damaged blade Re-sharpen or replace blade

Reduce pushing force on saw. Ensure the cut isn’t closing and pinching the

Poor performance

Motor is overloaded

blade.

Turn off the tool and let it cool down to room temperature. Inspect and clean the

Tool is overheating

ventilation slots.

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

Vibration or abnormal noise

Mechanical obstruction Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace

Armature has shorted sections Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace

Blade retaining nut is loose Tighten blade retaining nut, ensure the arbor washers are correctly fitted

Motor runs but blade won’t spin

Broken gear shaft or teeth Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace

Reposition the depth adjustment lever as described in 'Adjusting the depth

Saw depth adjustment not holding Depth adjustment lever requires tightening

locking lever tension'

Brushes not moving freely Disconnect power, remove brushes, clean or replace

Heavy sparking occurs inside motor

Armature short circuited or open circuited Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace

housing

Commutator surface not clean Use authorised service centre** to repair or replace

Return spring detached or broken Re-attach or replace spring (use only genuine Triton replacement parts)

Retractable guard will not close, or is

Guard is bent Straighten it or contact authorised service centre** to repair or replace

slow to close

Mechanism fouled by sawdust Clean and lightly lubricate fouled mechanism

Troubleshooting

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