Tecko Maid wheels slip on my tile floor and will not travel or turn well. How can I increase traction on the wheels??
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That rubber addition was a great answer although I haven't attached the grips yet. It doesn't like being too wet as the wet mop creates drag on the machine and then causes traction problems for the wheels on the wet floor. Slight dampness works well and is adequate. Make sure to clip in the mop tightly as a loose mop also creates drag.
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The rubber on the wheels should be secured properly with glue. What I did was to replace the rubber with the inner tube of bicycle tyres cut to fit and glue on with super glue. Hope that will solve your problem.
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I have mine on carpet and wanted to put some kind of slider under it. However, I found it too heavy (even empty!) to move easily since the unit spins but the bottom doesnʻt. So I left it as is. To move it, I empty it and then slowly push it using the base.
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Loosen the lever. The shoe/plate should drop down (pivot). You might have to force it the first few times if it is tight. Mine was easy to do.
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try a little vegetable oil on the parts that are rubbing making it hard to move.
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Ultra Paws makes a Traction Boot for slippery floors that Amazon carries.http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41gTXDNklGL.jpg
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Perhaps the slope is too steep. I put a one-inch thick book under each of the lower legs to lessen the slope. Also be sure to grab hold of the handlebars as you step on. Finally, if the problem is the treadmill rubber mat moving too quickly, perhaps you've put too much oil underneath it and you need to wipe some of it off. Hope these ideas help.
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I have not had this problem Jesse. My experience is that when I try to move the sweeper around by hand, by pulling the sweeper forward, the hitch assembly must be low enough for the wheels to turn easily. If your holding the hitch assembly too high the wheels won't turn easily and will drag maybe causing your problem. Sorry I can't be more help.
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I wish I had a simple solution for you, but I can't seem to get mine to stay either. But I'm thinking I may go buy a cheap pair of shoes and gorilla glue the damn things to the pedals.
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actually if you dont keep the small wheels clean and they stop rolling it will scuff the floor. as long as you keep the small wheels free of debris you will be fine
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Hmmm not sure, I will try mine when I get home! Have not had an issue, mine was the wheel coming off!!
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I had to adjust the training wheels slightly towards the back of the rear wheel to allow the wheel to connect more with the pavement. The normal placement of the training wheels do not allow the rear wheel to get enough traction for the pedals to work.
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Not great. The wheels don't have enough traction for the grass. We ride it on the sidewalk and all over the house. Works great on carpet and tile.
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I drilled two holes into each foot rest about half-way down and threaded some long shoe laces through. After you Velcro your shoes in, tie the shoelaces over your shoes. I don't have the slipping issue anymore.
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I would recommend swapping the wheels out with a more "professional" brand. Personally I swapped these generic wheels out with Orangutan 4 presidents. Swapping the wheels out for a more softer wheel should allow you to glide over bumps. Overall these trucks haven't failed me. They are loose but not too loose. They can also handle hills very well.
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Hi Diamond Girl,Try lubricating the front wheel with some WD40. Maybe the front wheel is sticking a bit and not responding to the handle! Good luck, Alison.
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Sure the trick is to turn it to ur right to the desired time u wld like the reasn it slips is cause the rubber somtimes tht happens hope this helps
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Remove the little plastic pieces. Stand the cart on one end (preferably on a carpet where it won't slip). Press the wheel on the metal piece very hard (using your weight if necessary). You will hear a click and it will be on. Turn over and do the same with the other wheel. Good luck. I love mine.