Spirocutter does not come on when the start switch is pushed.

Ham is turning too slow or too fast.

Ham slips on bottom chuck while slicing. 

Slicing arm moves with the blade while slicing.

Center block skips or will not go up the allthread.

Center block slow to come down or does not come down all the way.

Slices are ragged on the edge, inconsistent or are being thrown from the product.

SOLUTION

Make sure the Spirocutter is plugged in. Power/palm switch ring is pushed in. Pull out red power/palm switch outer ring and push start/reset button again. Check fuse.

Speed control may be turned either off or to full speed. Adjust to mid range.

Bottom chuck is threaded and may be loose. Remove ham and tighten bottom chuck.

The slicing arm is not in the forward slicing detent position. Lift the rear of the slicing arm and fit it into the forward detent position of the detent bracket.

The brass bushings have become worn; they can be inverted temporarily, but need to be replaced.

Drain a few drops of oil from the rear cylinder.

Dull blade. Sharpen blade.