Has anyone else figured out how to repair a machine where the motor stopped working? Or is this now just a big piece of landfill?
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I am sorry that I can not help you. Mine was purchased at Christmas time and is working great. For $4.99, I did buy the Canopy Protection Plan just in case.
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That requires the removal of the entire motor assembly, we would advise to take it to an authorized repair center. Contact the toll free helpline at 1-888-909-6757.
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I am sorry that I cannot help you on this one. We have used ours about every day for 9 months without a hitch. It sounds like the drive gear has come unhitched from the motor. Did you ever try to run it while something was jamming the cutter/blender? Sorry I cannot help more.
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Radio shack maybe, Might not be exact same model but close or if they have new ones that work replace them both if you can. Ebay probably be best bet to find similar motor. Or find out what manufacture built them contact them see if you can buy new motors
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The big question is: Now that we have burnt out something inside the main unit, can we replace this unit with one that has been made for 240V? If anyone knows where we can source the main body of the machine with a 240V rating, please let me know. Thanks
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Hi Lindsey, unfortunately It's easier to replace it and much less costly than try to repair it. The same happened to me, but a quick click on amazon, a quick connection on the new unit... Up and running in no time and no labor cost! good luck.
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I've had my vacuum for about a year now. I bought the 1st vacuum like this one 2yrs ago and returned it while under warranty because the brush unit stopped spinning even though the vacuum was still sucking air. I purchase a 2nd one after that and here I am a year after that and again this vacuum has stopped working. Same problem. Is there an easy fix? I see that the belts are available through Amazon, but I don't want to order this part unless this will absolutely fix the problem. I actually like this vacuum and am disappointed that it stopped working. Any advice?
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As far as I can remember as its been since last October since I used mine, I just twist it and it comes off. As I have limited space, I need to remove the motor and put everything back into its original boxes for storage. Sorry I can't be more help.
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Hi Lorena,I think it is fairly easy to replace the motor -- it just clips into the bottom of the unit. You should contact the vendor. My experience with the vendor has been excellent -- he is very responsive. Hope this helps.Ron
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Wish I could help but have no clue. It sounds "electrical", possibly a loose wire or a short. Do you know someone (like a teenager) who has some technical skills and a few test devices? You could call a B&D; service center and see if they would do anything despite the warranty time limit or just to get an idea of the cost of repairs. As a last resort, take the motor housing apart (carefully and with your procedural memory engaged) and check for clues (wires, connections, burn marks, fuse). Hopefully you will find something (and be able to reverse the taking-apart procedure). If not, well, it could be a lost cause. At least, if it were me, it would be. Let us know how it turns out. Larry. Wish I could help but have no clue. It sounds "electrical", possibly a loose wire or a short. Do you know someone (like a teenager) who has some technical skills and a few test devices? You could call a B&D; service center and see if they would do anything despite the warranty time limit or just to get an idea of the cost of repairs. As a last resort, take the motor housing apart (carefully and with your procedural memory engaged) and check for clues (wires, connections, burn marks, fuse). Hopefully you will find something (and be able to reverse the taking-apart procedure). If... » Read More Wish I could help but have no clue. It sounds "electrical", possibly a loose wire or a short. Do you know someone (like a teenager) who has some technical skills and a few test devices? You could call a B&D; service center and see if they would do anything despite the warranty time limit or just to get an idea of the cost of repairs. As a last resort, take the motor housing apart (carefully and with your procedural memory engaged) and check for clues (wires, connections, burn marks, fuse). Hopefully you will find something (and be able to reverse the taking-apart procedure). If not, well, it could be a lost cause. At least, if it were me, it would be. Let us know how it turns out. Larry. « Show Less
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I think the whole gear box is the problem here. Not sure replacing motor will fix your problem. eBay has similar motor with gear boxes try it.
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If it was working fine and then failed I'd get it replaced under warranty. Sounds like the motor or the fan itself is rubbing and now has completely failed - just a bad unit. But make sure nothing got inside it to bind it up. It should be under the 1 year warranty.
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We have had so many problems with this machine. We ended up going the replacement route through mail the mail and shipping the first one back. Little to say problem was never resolved. I do not know what to tell you but using the replacement route seemed to be the best way as long as you ship back what they wanted, etc... To Hubby it was comparable as to getting a new one, I didn't though, I didn't like the whole idea of a product not working as it was supposed to. Good luck to you I hope you find peace in what ever path you choose.
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Mine worked great for ~1.5 years. Similar to others, the motor died, and now I need to find a replacement.
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Sorry, I really don't know. I still have my manual that came with the machine. I know how to do everything I use it for so I don't have to look at the manual any more. It would be worth a try though.
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Sorry it has been about six months since I actually repaired that machine. The customer serivce department was helpful when I was searching for this part though. Mr. Nelson....I will say that I remember finding a part that looked and seemed almost identical....but it was not! I apologize I could not be more help. Josh Phone: 1 (800) 374-4432 Monday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (EST) Mail: Frigidaire 2715 Washington Road Augusta, GA 30909
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So far Schwinn has been very good about getting back to me, but not so good in fixing the problem. I have replaced the control panel, nearly all the wires and the dc motor. It still doesn't work, but they are still working with me. If either of you have any luck, please let me know via this post.Thanks