Benchtop drill press won't start.
Hi.
I have a CarbaTec CH16N/MD and have had a recurring problem.
At seemingly random times it won't start when the 'ON' button is pressed. It just produces a sort of buzzing whirring sound.
I have bought a new switch but that didn't help.
I took it to the local power tool dude - he fixed it but on the first occasion the problem re-emerged after drilling only 3 holes. I took it back and the second time it worked well for a number of months but now today it's doing the same thing.
I cleaned the points - no difference. I taped the wires together bypassing the switch - no difference.
I rang the CarbaTec shop in Auburn and the guy was most sympathetic & suggested it might be the capacitor. (I'm in the bush - NSW Sth Coast)
I can buy one online - $20.00 but I'm wondering can anyone shed any light on this problem as to possible causes & remedial action?
Thanks in advance
Rob.