I've had mine since September2012, used it about 12 times, the gears are now wore out. Shouldn't it last longer than that?
1816751
This is made in a sturdy fashion with metal gears. I have no problem with mine.
1816752
I used my Great Northern 2-3 times a week for nearly 3 years and the gears were still good when I was gifted a new WhirleyPop, so I tossed the old one out. After about 4-5 months, the plastic gears on the WhirleyPop were shot. I'm only using Great Northern from now on.
1816753
Mine has metal gears that were loose when the unit arrived, but just required tightening. I've used it about 20 times in six weeks and it appears to be in perfect condition. If the gears ever wear out in normal use, it will surprise me. Perhaps they have addressed, and improved, a weakness?
1816754
I would hope so! Did you wash and dry it well after each use? I know you can just move the pan back and forth over the burner and that will keep the corn popping and keep it from burning. That's what we did in "the old days". We put oil and corn in a heavy large pan that had a long handle and put the lid on it and put it on the burner and moved it back and forth quickly and it worked great. I just need to find a large heavy old pot like my grandmother had if my Great Northtern Popcorn Popper Poops out.
1816755
Are yours plastic? I don't know what to say because I use mine 4-5x a week and only had the small wooden knob on the lid come loose (fixed with Elmer's wood glue:). My gears, along with everything else are made of metal, and I like to spin mine at unreasonable speeds (I have a theory it promotes a more even pop). I'd DEFINITELY try to get a replacement. I really love mine; in fact I've gifted it 3 times and they love it too. Keep trying, the only thing that compares to stovetop is stand alone, and those are way too pricey for someone that has only made popcorn a dozen times in 7 mos.
1816756
My gears (metal) are fine after a couple dozen uses since November 2012. Just a few spots of rust, perhaps because I wash it in the dishwasher, against manufacturer's instructions. By "wore out" do you mean the gear teeth broke or merely that the gears fell off? Be sure to only turn the crank clockwise. If you turn it the wrong way the gears will unscrew and fall off, but you can screw them back on again. That's not the same as being worn out.
1816757
I use mine almost every weekend for over a year now. No problems. I agree with Marc and try to contact the company.
1816758
I have used mine more than 12 times and there is no sign of wear. In fact, the gears look the same as the day I got the popper. My gears are metal--plastic maybe different.
783297
Mine has only been used about 10 times, so I don't know how it will hold up over time.
698259
Completely depends on how much you use it. I don't use my bike every day, but mine is still going strong after over a year.
355606
So far I have not had any problems with the gears. I use the popcorn maker about 3 to 4 times per week. We love ours!
769444
When mine was new(september 2014), it would go for around 30 hours of use. Now, I get about 2 or 3 hours out of it. I am very disappointed in it. I don't know if I just got a dud, or if they are just lower quality and wear out fast.
214371
I began smelling burning too around my 10th use, I noticed the fluff pressing against the stationary wheel (from where the resistance gears are) has been coming off. I plan to look further into it or call the company. It's like it's being burned off - turns into white powder...
2265322
I have owned the Giant Dual Fit for 5 years and have never experienced any problem with it. I use it for 90 to 120 minutes every day at different speeds. I do have the belt drive and after reading your post I checked the condition of the belt and it is showing very slight wear on the edge. I am satisfied with the bike and will use it as long as my health allows. I am 66 years old and consider myself in good shape. Heart is strong, Dr. says the bike has greatly added to that. Good luck in your search.
2069138
I think I might have had mine for a year now but I would be surprised if it makes it 2 years. It's weak and the immersion blender attachment stopped locking in properly after a few uses.
1229889
I have had mine for 9 months or so now and have had no problems. I don't use it as much as I should but when I do it works well. Hopefully it will last a long time.
1408753
I got a brand new one and it didn't last that long. I think gears inside are made of plastics (that's why it's easy to break) and I was't able to fix it.
1232324
In moderate-to-light use, I've had no problems with the gears. And, since the driving motor is not really powerful, it seems likely that even plastic gears would not be likely to fail.
732359
I have had mine for almost 5 years, use it on average of twice a day and it works just fine, the only thing I can think of is the grinder mechanism is getting dull. I believe it can be replaced.
1243859
If the transmission is severely worn, failed, it won't fix it. But if it's starting to go, or the fluid is dirty etc, this will clean and condition the gears and extend the life of it.
196606
I've had mine 3 1/2 years and use it several times a week, and it's holding up fine. It did need a part replaced when it was new, and starting a couple of years ago it squeaks a bit in use, but that's about it.
1022354
I had mine for a few months and it's fine..i can't see it wearing out that easily.
1320746
Mine stopped working after about 18 months. The issue was motor. The commutator worn out. Friend of mine was able to dissemble the motor and move brushes to fix it, but he doesn't think it would last for a long time. Curiously enough, brushes were not worn. So, it looks like motor has bad design.A side note, the original batteries were not good and died in a few months. I replaced them long time ago.
1190705
Mine is doing the same thing, I bought it last year, less than 8 months after I bought it, starts slipping when I gear up. Now it won't gear up at all. I did send this to OEM repair before New year, no respond. Please let me know if you know how to fix it since I don't believe I can count on the warranty.