Has anyone here used this compressor over a long period of time, say a year or more? I'm concerned about its durability based on prior reviews.
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I'm a taxidermist and have used one for a year now with no problems. I don't use it all day long and ever day though but for my needs it's awesome.
319174
I have not used mine as frequent as you are asking but it appears to be a well built commercial grade vacuum pump. My guess would be that it will last quite well for a pump in this price range.
1980561
I got mine for Christmas in 2012, so I have been using it for almost a year. I use it pretty regularlly, about once a week overall, more in he colder months and less in summer. It has performed beautifully throughout. The only replacement issue I had was one of my own making. I removed the top and carelessly placed it over a still hot surface, which melted the pressure valve. I ordered a new one and its been fine ever since. I am not aware of any recalls.
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I used mine for over a year - as long as I kept the valves replaced regularly it worked great almost the whole time. The last month or so I could tell the motor noise wasn't as strong as usual so I think it was on its last legs, but luckily I was past my 12-month goal so it wasn't a big deal.
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There's a one year warranty from the purchase date and a three year warranty on the compressor. There is an actual whynter website that you can check out before you buy it.
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All I can add is that I used my compressor frequently and have not experienced that problem. Contact the manufacturer.
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I've had it for a while but don't use it all the time. I don't have any issues with it. I use it for heavy loads at times
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No. I have had this model for three years without any problem. Unlike Mr. Blake, my compressor runs quietly. One recommendation - when not in use unplug it. I have had past problems with compressors due to electric surges. Your question though raises my curiosity - why such an inquiry?
2259046
I am thinking my husband used his compressor. We have only used it once so far.
1006378
i have had this compressor for awhile now and used alot for airbrushing best purchase in compressors i have made!!!!!!!
546364
I would not recommend buying this unit. I am on my second one and they do not keep the product cold. As for outdoors I have no idea the compressor is in the back and could be damaged by rain adverse weather.
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Seems like a common problem. I had two of those compressors and they both exhibited similar symptoms after a couple of years of very light use.Most likely the motor is shot. So, while it can spin when there is no load, i.e. hose is not attached, it does not have enough torque to start spinning under load.
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Hard to say ... this compressor burned out after 18 months. Very disappointing.
602392
I'm not a mechanic but my compressor burned out after my shock leaked.I had 2 mechanics say replace both. Mines been running nice for last 3 months.
1048597
I run it off the power oulet and have never had any issues. Could be something wrong with the compressor. May want to exchange it for another one.
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Manufacture Warranty is 4 years. As fair as what all is cover. I don't know. What I do know is that this is a very good compressor. I have used this thing almost every day since I purchased it and have no complaints. If you are planning on using a lot of high speed air tools it may be too small. I use it to raise and lower my motorcycle lift, some air tools and occasional painting.
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can you hear the compressor working is so it might just be a block in the tubingif you don't hear it workingif you don't hear it working it's probably the compressor I only had mine for a yearbut I read the comments on Amazon and bought the warranty just in casetalk to me after Halloween I'll let you know if it works still