Troubleshooting Section - Black & Decker LP1000 Instruction Manual

Maintenance
Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory
operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by
the manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or cleaning of the tool,
unplug the unit from the power supply.
Cleaning
- Regularly remove the chain access cover and remove any debris that
has become trapped.
- Regularly clean the ventilation slots with a clean, dry paint brush.
- To clean the tool, use only mild soap and a damp cloth. Never let any
liquid get inside the tool and never immerse any part of the tool into liquid.
Oiling
- Regularly oil the oiling points (15) as indicated in figure F.
Transporting
- Always transport the tool with the jaws closed.
Storage
- When the tool will not be used for several months, wipe any metal
components with oil.
- Store the tool in a secure and dry location. The storage temperature
must always remain in the range of 41°F (+5 °C) to 104°F (+40 °C).
Place the product on a level safe location.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized service
centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical
replacement parts.
Accessories
Replacement chain and bar are available from your nearest Black
& Decker service center.
Replacement chain catalog number RC600
The use of accessories not recommended in this manual may be
hazardous.

Troubleshooting Section

If your saw does not operate correctly check the following:
Problem Possible Cause
• Tool will not • Fuse blown or
start. breaker tripped.
• Extension cord not
plugged in.
• Chain too tight.
• Bar / chain
overheated.
• Lubrication
needed.
• Chain is loose. • Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Poor cut quality
• Chain tension set
incorrectly.
• Chain needs
replacement.
• Unit runs but • Chain installed
does not cut. backwards.
See page 10 for
illustration.
• Chain installed?
12
Possible Solution
• Check fuse or breaker.
• Check to make sure
extension cord is plugged
into a working outlet.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
• Refer to sections for chain
oiling application.
• Refer to section for chain
tensioning.
• Refer to section on
adjusting chain tension.
Note: Excessive tension
leads to excessive wear
and reduction in life of bar
& chain. Lubricate after
every 10 minutes of use.
• Refer to section for
installation of chain.
• Refer to sections for
installing and removing
chain.
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