Single Phase Grinder Trouble Shooter

Short electrical troubleshooter for 240v machines

Electrical Trouble Shooting Guide Table
Voltage while not running Amps No Load Amps Under Load Voltage under load Operation Possible solution
230-240V 4-5A 9-10A 220V+ This within normal range
230-240V 9-12A 15-17A 220V+ Start capacitor is stuck on Replace start capacitor
230-240V 15A+ 20A+ 200V+ Motor is burnt out Replace motor
230-240V 4-5A 11-15A 220V+ Diamonds are too aggressive or difficult glue Select diamond with more segments / working half on the glue
230-240V 4-5A 11-15A Less than 220V Power lead is too long and/or poor quality Improve power source; shorter lead or more copper (4mm2)
Less than 230V 4-5A 11-15A Well below 220V Power source is poor (site power or generator) Improve power source; try another power point

Interactive troubleshooter