Just got this new. The extractor is stuck very tight. It will ultimately turn, but with a loud banging/clunking sound. Lemon?
385358
dont know . I havent taken mine out of the box as my bees died .sorry couldnt help you
385359
make sure the shaft is inserted into the bottom bushing, when mine arrived it was dislodged somehow. Also, you will have to string some stiff wire on the bottom to keep your frames from falling through. I slung out about 100lbs of honey with no problems after I corrected these issues. Good luck
385360
It should rotate freely and mine is fairly quiet and worked well last fall.
385361
I bought one of these and it works fine. If you have checked to see if it is aligned properly and the packing material is removed, and nothing is stuck. Then perhaps is defective.
385362
We bought the extractor but have not used once yet. However it does not seem to be that tight, actually it turns pretty smoothly when we tried by putting in some frames. Maybe you need to ask the manufacturer?
385363
Our has seen only limited use so far ,but turns smoothly and quietly.Sounds like yours might have an assembly/quality control issue.
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Hello Beau Gildersleeve,The situation you're describing could be a couple of situations. The basket could be out of line. Maybe it got bumped out of place in shipping. If the basket spins but clunks, it usually means the basket is out of line. This can easily be fixed.Secondly, the gears might be out of line. If the basket won't spin or spins hard, this usually means the gears are out of line. This can be fixed as well.Lastly, the extractor might be damaged or defective. To better determine the situation, I'd like to know a bit more. I look forward to your reply.Sincerely,Taylor W.VIVO Hello Beau Gildersleeve,The situation you're describing could be a couple of situations. The basket could be out of line. Maybe it got bumped out of place in shipping. If the basket spins but clunks, it usually means the basket is out of line. This can easily be fixed.Secondly, the gears might be out of line. If the basket won't spin or spins hard, this usually means the gears are out of line. This can be fixed as well.Lastly, the extractor might be damaged or defective. To better determine the situation, I'd like to know a bit more. I look... » Read More Hello Beau Gildersleeve,The situation you're describing could be a couple of situations. The basket could be out of line. Maybe it got bumped out of place in shipping. If the basket spins but clunks, it usually means the basket is out of line. This can easily be fixed.Secondly, the gears might be out of line. If the basket won't spin or spins hard, this usually means the gears are out of line. This can be fixed as well.Lastly, the extractor might be damaged or defective. To better determine the situation, I'd like to know a bit more. I look forward to your reply.Sincerely,Taylor W.VIVO « Show Less
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when i received mine some of the bolts were loose and hardware was in the bottom of the extractor. basically I tightened all hardware removed the gear portion greased with crisco shortening and resembled. at the price and from china didn't expect much but mine works very well.
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I haven't tried what you've tried-taking it apart. I just clean it with water, but I haven't taken it apart. At least yours makes a noise! It seems to me like the sound gets weaker and weaker until the thing stops working. I was surprised mine actually turned on today on the first attempt.
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This seems to be a common problem. I don't think my oiler works at all and the saw is pretty much brand new. I've resorted to using a squirt bottle with oil and do it manually. If anyone knows of a real fix, as in how to take the thing apart and fix the oiler, please share it.
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Return it, get another. Mine is reliable and haven't had a single issue since the frat day I purchased it. Maybe you got a lemon.
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I'm sorry I can't help you. I haven't had mine quite that long, but haven't had any problems with it. I'm guessing the plastic catch has worn out. There is a 1year warranty, so if you contact the mfg, they may send you a new part.
143847
Sounds like it's a lemon. I've had mine for awhile and it's never fallen off.
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It is a little tricky but mine opens and closes. After inspecting it I see that as you may suspect, turning the handle right tightens it and left loosens it. Yours must be initially stuck. I bet if you can get it to open once you won't have any trouble the next time. ;)
52109
Same here; frustrating it does not open even with thorough cleaning and fresh batteries; I'm thinking of returning to step lever to open lid. How hard is that?
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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.
1358587
I had a similar issue and I ended up calling Nautilus customer service and it is a defective part. They sent me a new pulley arm.
500293
Try turning unit with wrench that came with it. Wrench goes in bottom of unit in middle. Work back and forth until unit turns easily. Should solve your problem. It is either stuck or clogged.
898457
I assume it's locked up also? I'd contact the maker. They seem concerned that their product works well. They responded to my review about the poorly designed locking mechanism so they might just send you a replacement. Worth a shot!
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Hi BonnieThe motor should not have a loose sound. I would send back for a replacement. The blender is awesome I think you'll love it.
66767
First of all, is this a brand new unit? What octane and are you using? Did you use a 50-1 husqvarna oil mix? Is this fresh gas or a year old? Did you prime it before trying to start it? Was the plug wet when you took it out? Did it ever try to start?
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Sorry, can't help you there. I've never had a leaking problem with my MaxExtract. Maybe the seals have dirt around them not allowing the device to seat smoothly into the track? Are the seals dried out? If so; try a thin layer of any brand extra virgin olive oil on them. Be sure to let it set a while before gently rubbing it off, though. If the seals are too bad, then look in your manual and see about replacing them.
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I don't know what exactly it could be but, the OEM nut came off without having to work very hard so when I reinstalled the new sensor I just estimated how hard it was to get off. Basically just torqued it down to finger tight and then two and half turns which made it pretty darn snug. Haven't had any issues yet! Sorry I can't help more.
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I found this to be friction at the lever assembly and cable. Take off the part that snaps onto the handle. Remove both screws. Separate the halves carefully as not to lose the cams. Spray internals and cable with spray silicone lubricant. Reinstall, test. This is what I did to mine and it works again.