The blades won't rotate on my Model 6859 when the unit is screwed together securely; they work when only when parts are (very) loosely assembled.
1096291
We only screw it in to hand tightness. We've never had a problem. I know this sounds dumb, but have you tried putting in different?
1096292
The rotation of the blade has nothing to do with how tight the cap is. The blade rotates on a bearing independent of the cap and seal. You probably have a bad bearing on the blade. Hold the base plate of the blade and spin the blade. It should turn freely.
1096293
Moderation is key. You just need it to hold in the liquid inside and a moderate tightness will suffice.
1417523
Possibly. Check to see if the blade skirt is on tight, check for the clamps from the skirt are broken.
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Scott, I've had the same problem you have. I bet it's in part due to variation in manufacturing. The small, hexagonal, white plastic part that moves the blades back and forth wore out on mine in the first year--very frustrating, even though I clean and oil the blades after every use. I'm hoping Wahl has improved the product's stability, as if this happens again I won't buy another Wahl. I was going to buy just the replacement blades, but my unit actually freezes up (blades won't move even though motor is engaged), so I don't the blades are the problem, but the part you're talking about. So, no, you're not alone in your experience. Scott, I've had the same problem you have. I bet it's in part due to variation in manufacturing. The small, hexagonal, white plastic part that moves the blades back and forth wore out on mine in the first year--very frustrating, even though I clean and oil the blades after every use. I'm hoping Wahl has improved the product's stability, as if this happens again I won't buy another Wahl. I was going to buy just the replacement blades, but my unit actually freezes up (blades won't move even though motor is engaged), so I don't the blades are the problem, but the part you're talking about. So,... » Read More Scott, I've had the same problem you have. I bet it's in part due to variation in manufacturing. The small, hexagonal, white plastic part that moves the blades back and forth wore out on mine in the first year--very frustrating, even though I clean and oil the blades after every use. I'm hoping Wahl has improved the product's stability, as if this happens again I won't buy another Wahl. I was going to buy just the replacement blades, but my unit actually freezes up (blades won't move even though motor is engaged), so I don't the blades are the problem, but the part you're talking about. So, no, you're not alone in your experience. « Show Less
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that means you have tightened the screws that hold the blades to tight,make sure they are tight but not too tight, make sure the blades can swivel easily ,all 4 need to be able to swing back and forth freely.another thing, check the gears, ive had to replace my gears already, mostly the main gear in the rear of the chopper. but I put money on it you tightened the blades down to tight ,so just back the screws out 1 to 2 turns and try it , ive found a lot of good info on youtube .. hope that helps !!!!
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Dear MichelSorry, but I cant answer it, because it has to do with the position of this unit between your Machine and the blade.
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I had to buy a new blade assembly (found on amazon, SPB-456-2B), something had burned/broke inside and it wouldn't spin anymore: it spun before and now that I put the new blade assembly in, it spins again.
2156621
nope. the blade is integrated and you would have to break it. I had that same issue.
2079906
that is very odd , I take mine apart every shave and clean it and the blade ,sounds like you got a defected one ? since when they go together it doesn't take much to snug it down , I think you would have had to use a vise to break it and I don't see you doing that ,so I would ask amazon
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Yes, mine did. There's a switch on the side that will lock it in one position and not let it rotate. Maybe you accidentally moved that. Good luck with it.
30479
Check the set screw. Check the blade slot for obstructions. 3 brands of blades work great for me so far
2282123
Sounds like it may be defective. When I tightened the screw when it needed to be, it didn't spin and just tightened properly. I suggest sending the one you have back and getting another one.
1058840
Yes. This is a problem with the EAB and EAB Lite. Standard blades (like Stanley, Lenox Gold, and Irwin) will screw in securely, but they wobble. The thicker blades are contractor blades; the ones I buy are made under the SuperKnife brand.
852140
Possibly, the trimmer shaft is not engaged. See if you can push it on all the way to where the motor shaft tubing becomes larger, before you tighten the wing-screw to lock it in place.
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There are 2 screws on the back that can be tightened to lock the rotation at a desired angle. Or, leave them loose to have it rotate freely.
2232661
Disconnect the wires from the battery and short them together. That will keep the blades from turning. REPEAT...Disconnect from battery FIRST!
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Mine rotates as well. Reading that some of them do not, I wonder if we have defective X-Grips.
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yes and no the blades are not as wide as my other blades. I fixed this by adding shims under the blades and now they work fine