Troubleshooting
Problem
No function when ON/OFF Switch (2) is operated
Motor suffers from cut-outs, loss of performance and
produces sparks and/or burning smells
No sanding action when ON/OFF Switch (2) is operated,
despite the motor running
Slow material removal
Scratches on workpiece after sanding
Burn marks on workpiece
Excessive dust emission
GB
8
Possible cause
No power
Defective ON/OFF Switch
Carbon brushes worn
Gears not engaged
Sanding disc too fine or worn
Tool speed set too low
Sanding disc too coarse
Not enough material removed
Sanding disc incompatible with material
Tool speed set too high
Too much pressure exerted on to the sander
Vacuum dust extraction system not connected, or extraction
system not switched on
Dust extraction not working; sanding disc not aligned with
dust extraction holes in the Hook & Loop Backing Pad (1);
extraction holes blocked
Solution
Check power supply
Have the ON/OFF Switch replaced by an authorised Triton
service centre
Have the brushes replaced by an authorised Triton
service centre
Consult a Triton service centre
Fit new sanding disc with coarser grit
Increase tool speed
Fit new sanding disc with finer grit
Continue sanding
Fit correct sanding disc
Decrease tool speed
Use less pressure whilst moving the machine
Check connection of the vacuum hose, the Dust Extraction
Port Adaptor (11) (if used) and ensure dust extraction system
is switched on
Realign sanding disc; unblock dust extraction holes