any advice to repair top roto that has stopped spinning? I've read reviews - just looking for help - haters need not apply!
1172442
Not sure. From what I can tell these units are disposable. It says "unbreakable" but "unfixable" is more accurate.
444079
I had the same thing happen a year ago, the beater bar stopped working. I called the customer service number and they said to push down the reset button, which I did several times. Then they said to take it to Sears for repair. When I took it in, the lady working tried to sell me a refurbished model, saying it was cheaper than having mine worked on. I decided to try a couple of vacuum repair places in our area. Both said they would not work on that model, although one of the stores had a refurbished one. I bought the cheapest vacuum that WalMart sells while I decided what to do about my expensive, Consumer Report-recommended Kenmore vacuum. I'm still using the WalMart one!!
1075807
Mine has been spinning since i got it. It sometimes gets stuck with the magnet on top. Just give it a tap to get it going again. Dont know how it could break. No moving parts on the electrical side of things.
2051714
Seeing as I am mechanically inclined, I would try taking it apart to see if it could be fixed and then probably throw it in the garbage. For the price it isn,t worth paying to have it fixed . I bought two with the idea that they might last for a couple of years and then be replaced.
1757324
No I have not had that problem. I had a issue on another starter not from Amazon it was from a local part store. Had a bur on it which didn't allow the gear to spin freely .Id bench test it and see if there is a rough spot on the shaft. It might be just stuck,a little oil might free it up. Sorry you have a issue with your new starter..Hope this info helps.
171725
My machine is temporarily in storage so I can't inspect it to figure out what might be wrong with yours; I hope another person has a definitive answer. But offhand, it sounds like a problem with the wedge pin working loose (is the nut securely fastened, with a lock washer or a self-locking nut?) and/or with excessive play in the crank where the wedge pin seats (perhaps it has become rounded after several wedge pin replacements, and a loose wedge pin began the process of deterioration). I'd disassemble as much as you can and make sure that the crank's wedge pin seat has not become worn, perhaps rounded or otherwise damaged. I can't figure out any other possible causes for the problem, assuming it works for a while and then goes off again, and the intervals during which it works are becoming shorter.
2024760
We had a breakdown right away and one other time since. My son says fixing it is part of the fun. We found parts on www.nitrorcx.com. Make sure the part numbers match as I think the the 1/16 model size in not the most common.
1600104
I too burned out the motor--making pesto of all things! I have searched all over with no luck. They sell replacement parts for everything BUT the motor. I second your plea for help.
1947570
The drive shaft is probably slipping. Hard to fix, but somewhere inside the vertical metal rod is not connected properly to its gear. Keep in mind, these things are great fun, but have an average life span of two weeks in my experience. Can't hurt to take it apart and see what's inside anyway!
2111575
I've never had this happen. I would check to make sure it is locked into place by pushing it into the handle. If that doesn't work maybe it needs a charge. After that I would contact Rotadent.
1550005
Hi there I just re packed this machine and returned it to the manufacturer. Iits have had it for less than 3 months and it does not work . The manufacturer says it will repair not replace and I had to pay for the shipping back to Oregon where the repair center is . I do not have any idea how long it will take to fix not did the offer to give me a time frame . My best advice is to NOT but this machine . I know this was not what you asked and I can not respond to that since I just shipped the machine back, but regardless whether it does take Bolivares do not spend you money on this trash .
439035
Hmmm not sure, I will try mine when I get home! Have not had an issue, mine was the wheel coming off!!
2245399
Have you tried loosening or tightening the grind adjustment in the middle of the top piece? You must twist in a "clockwise" direction. Mine works great, and I have used it for 9 months. If it doesn't grind after making the adjustments, then it could be broken.
1597902
Try contacting the seller "Cavalier Wholesale" they may be able to point you in the right direction?? I know it is a brand name of Mpetstroller but I was not able to find a website for the actual brand. Hope you get the wheel fixed!!
1590822
We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed... » Read More We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. « Show Less
1323500
I have the same exact problem. Trade Station suggests replacing the motor and if that doesn't work replace the diverted.
2040150
Just email them and they will send you a new one. Good customer service. But I'm on my 3 rd one. I don't think it's a very quality product.