Elu Saw Table Not Running Correctly.

[Bramleyboy]

I have an Elu saw table which I bought from new. It has been a wonderful DIY aid. Today it started as normal for quite a while then made a quiet ‘thud’ sound and stopped. If I turn on the power it hums. If I spin the saw wheel and turn it on, it turns slowly and hums. Any ideas please gratefully received as Elu, sadly, doesn’t exist any more. It was bought up by Black & Decker and buried!

[The Builder]

I've had an ELU 3151 (305 mm blade) site saw for over twenty years. Wonderful machine.
I don't know what model yours is, but mine has a brushless motor. If your model has brushes, then do check them first. Otherwise, look for "Electric Motor Repairs" in your area. Give them the motor and they should be able to sort it out.

For other spares, a quick Google or Ebay brings up several ELU spares suppliers.

[The Builder]

Just had a thought. Do you have a "load switch"? They usually do. Often a yellow plastic housing with a red and a green button.
It disconnects when the power goes off, so that it won't start up on its own after the power is back on.
I guess the best way to see if that's where the problem is, is to temporarily bypass the switch and connect the motor directly to a power supply.

Also, power tools often have an electronic brake. That, I know nothing about. If it's a part of the motor, the repairers should find it.

[Bramleyboy]

Thank you Builder. You are a font of knowledge and a discerning tool owner! I hate to pull rank but I have had my Elu for 35 years and still have the original tungsten carbide blade. I bought it for my birthday, I won’t tell you which one! I’ll have a look at the table tomorrow. It feels like an electronic problem because since writing, I tried spinning the blade quickly and switching it on. It ‘purred’ for about 20 seconds then worked normally. Thanks again, Bramley.

[Ryzen]

I sounds like the capacitor or the capacitor switch which is built into the motor....this gives a single phase motor the kick to get it started.The capacitor can be tested with an insulation resistance tester..make sure its discharged first though :-)

[Bramleyboy]

Thank you Ryzen. We’re getting there but I’d have to take it to a professional but where do I look? I live in Devizes, Wiltshire.
Thanks, Bramley.