Can the electric motor be removed? I have the on the go tote and like that style bag better, but the pump needs to be replaced. This backpack is cheaper, so wondering if I could take the pump motor out and place it in the tote. Can the electric motor be removed? I have the on the go tote and like that style bag better, but the pump needs to be replaced. This backpack is cheaper, so wondering if I could take the pump motor... » Read More Can the electric motor be removed? I have the on the go tote and like that style bag better, but the pump needs to be replaced. This backpack is cheaper, so wondering if I could take the pump motor out and place it in the tote. « Show Less
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Hello - I'm debating which style to get - the backpack or the tote, and wonder why you like the tote better. Is it just a style choice, or is the tote bigger or more functional? Thanks!
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Yes, you can remove the guide completely. The vacuum still works with the guide removed.
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I leave my battery in the aides while in the machine. Others choose to remove them and place them on the side. It's personal preference. I don't think either way alters the life of the battery or hurts the aides.
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Yes u can remove the battery, by pulling it , the battery is not heavy,only the scooter is heavy I can't pick it myself, need a man to carry it, and only have 1 battery for each scooter, u can order extra if u want
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I had mine working perfect for almost a year. But when I took apart the motor the problem was NOT that the motor burned it. Dust had filled the gear box so badly that it stripped the gear of it's teeth. I poured out tablespoons of litter dust build up! Regularly take apart the motor house and clean out the dust and you shouldn't have a problem with it.
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No, it is very easy to remove the bag; just remember to disconnect the hose from the vacuum first!
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It is not user friendly for removal and it is a micro motor, really tiny. The gear system converts the high RPM in high torque. It's meant for very small projects.
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Interesting idea. The chain comes off very easy which exposes the gear already attached to the motor inside. Not sure what you have in mind but it might be possible. One caveat is that I'm not sure that the motor is designed for long periods of continuous use. It might over heat. Chain saws that are electric typically run in bursts which gives them cooling time in between uses.
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This one is just the motor in a convenient cube. The backpack is larger and you have storage but if I'm not mistaken, the motor is attached to it so you must always have the bookbag. I love the convenience and portability of this small one. You could use any bookbag for storage and buy a collapsable cooler for much cheaper than buying the bookbag PIS. (Medela sells them as accessories, but you could buy any other brand for less).
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Good evening I would like to start by saying we sell hundreds of Madella pumps a year and to be honest with you they are basically all the exact same motor. The only difference usually is the style of the bag. Typically the insurance companies will give you the not a stylish brown lunchbox style tote or the one listed above with the cooler. The ones the people are typically purchasing now are the metro bag which is more stylish and looks like a large diaper bag and serve the dual purpose of diaper bag as well as pump but does not look like a pokey hospital style pump What's also convenient about the metro bag is that the pump is in its own little lunch bag style size told that is removable and you can use it for portable pumping in your home your vehicle or wherever you choose to pump without having to carry large awkward tote looks like a big beach cooler. If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact us if you're looking for a stylish pump we have many in stock somewhere listed and some are not yet listed. Thank you very much the baby Depot
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I am sorry Ola, I didn't realize it could be motorized. My grandkids just push it around. Hopefully you can find out, as now I will look for it as well.
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Yes, it is removable. I didn't know this until you asked. Just went out and popped it off and replaced it with no difficulty. In fact, there is an operation warning embossed on the motor housing beneath the rubber piece, so obviously they assume you will see it. Been using mine daily since the beginning of April and when I removed this piece, the motor unit was completely clean underneath, so I don't believe it will be something that will have to be routinely removed, but nice that it can be in case of major mess that needs cleaning - haven't had one of those myself yet.
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You can keep the bag and replace the used plugs (I do it all the time), but it works best if the bag is either clipped shut or tucked into a flat pocket where it won't get jostled.
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There should be alligator clips on the e-motor. If there is no alligator clips on the motor then is the battery built in some how? Because there has to be some where for the e- to b transferred
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Metro-you can just take the components you need separately so you aren't always having to lug the big bag. Also good if the table or counter you're putting it on has limited space. The motor is the same though so if cost is the driving factor the tote will work.
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Yes the bag is removable.I have purchased two and my mom just loves them.I keep one inside the house and one in her car.Great walker.
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The pump is held in the bag by Velcro. It can be removed and reinstalled ( I have done it) but there is no reason to do so. As JG you just end up with a heavy metal box.. As such if it failed you can replace the pump or the bag, but I have not had issues with either...