3M 3125 Sander User Manual


 
Trouble shooting Chart
No run No sound Regulator problem or constricted airline Check Regulator
Sound
Air motor rotates
(manually) Vane stuck because of dirt or oil If it won't rotate manually, service is require
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Won't rotate Motor is locked up, because of dirt It is required overhaul
Rotates Rotates without Valve is dirty Press lever repeatedly
throttle lever
Deffected valve Replace valve or valve seat (O-ring)
O-ring is damaged Replace O-ring
Loaded
Won't rotate Dirt in air motor Overhaul
Overloading Reduce load
Bearings are damaged Replace bearing
Low RPM Dirt in air motor Lubricate, disassemble and clean
Overloading Reduce load
Vane is worn-out Replace the vane
Low air pressure Air compressor's capacity is too small
Air leak Tighten the connectors
Excessive vibration Excess air pressure Reduce air pressure
Parts are worn-out or damaged Replace worn-out or damaged parts
Pad is damaged Replace the pad
Boot is damaged Replace the boot
Excessive noise
High frequency Bearings are damaged Replace the bearing
Muffler is damaged or choked Replace or repair the muffler
Too much backlash in gears Ajust or replace the gears
Balancer is defect Replace the barancer
Groam noize Mechanical interference in motor Overhaul
The balancer screw is loose Tighten balancer
Shutting up Vanes are stacking Lubricate freely
Starting is unstable Mechanical interference in motor Overhaul
Balancer is defect Tighten balancer