Ridgid R4331 Operation Manual - Page 19
Troubleshooting - snipe
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troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Snipe (depressions at ends of Dull cutter blades workpiece) Incorrect butted stock Unit not securely mounted Replace or turn cutter blades. Butt pieces end-to-end as they are fed into planer. Tighten lag bolts. Torn grain Too deep a blade setting Workpiece being fed against grain Dull cutter blades Reduce depth of cut. Feed other end of board first. Replace or turn cutter blades. Fuzzy/rough grain High wood moisture content Dull cutter blades Too deep a blade setting Incorrect feeding speed Dry wood before planing. Replace or turn cutter blades. Reduce depth of cut. Check for adequate power supply. Check cord and plug for damage. Check condition of motor brushes. Uneven depth of cut Cutter head assembly not level with planer surface Unstable roller spring pressure Feed roller worn unevenly Have service performed by an authorized service center. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Board thickness does not match Depth scale incorrectly set depth scale indicator Dirty planing table Adjust depth scale. Clean and wax planing table. Cutter head height difficult to a djust Dirty elevation spindle Worn chain Clean and lubricate spindle. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Will not start Not plugged in Blown circuit Motor failure Loose wire ON/OFF switch malfunction Motor is overloaded Check power source. Replace fuse, reset breaker, or call electrician. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Have service performed by an authorized service center. Push reset button. Interrupted operation Unit overloaded Circuit overloaded Reduce load. Operate on circuit separate from other appliances or motors or connect to circuit with adequate amp rating. Cutter head will not lower to plane Repeat-A-Cut setting too high. material Lower Repeat-A-Cut setting to 1/8 in. 19