is there a metal plate underneath the Turbocat, or is it all plastic? The metal on my current one, causes static electricity and drops dog hair
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There is a metal plate covering the roller brush. The rest of the underneath is plastic.
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There is a metal plate on the bottom. We only use this attachment on rugs. We do get shocked once in awhile with static electricity.
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My last year purchase has a metal piece on the bottom with openings for the brush/vacuum air flow. Try putting Duct or Gorilla tape over the metal, use a sharp knife or razor tool to cut out the openings and see if that helps. Do not leave any overhang of the tape to hang up on the brushes or block airflow. It may collect dog and human hair on the sticky edge of the tape but it should be totally removable if it does not work or if needed for periodic cleaning.
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The bottom is all plastic EXCEPT for the square piece that surrounds the brushes.
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Hi,It is still except the part where the motor is which is plastic. But the part that blends is metal. Hope this help.
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just a minute, I'' go look. Wait right here. They are a hard plastic covered with a somewhat softer plastic and that is covered with dog hair. hahaha it's a good vacuum for the price.
638135
I have two suggestions for you. 1. Remove the plastic rotor. Make sure there isn't any hair wrapped around the post. It's amazing what these things can pick up when flying! 2. Purchase a new rotor because yours might be bent, keeping it from rotating. This happened to us before. You couldn't see the bend but when we replaced it, voila! If you've had this helicopter for awhile, it's possible that it's on its last leg. We have had these for several years and one is finally not turning the back rotor and it can't be fixed. We've gotten our money's worth out of it. However, if it's brand new, return it. Hope this helps!
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I did not notice, I installed the motor over a year ago. I bought it because it was an AC Delco so I figured it would be better quality than the generic ones. Have not had any problems,
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Is the plastic piece on? I removed mine.. Maybe use a toothpick to clean the steam hole? Just guessing. Its a really basic mechanism
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Does it still clip? I haven't encountered that problem.Maybe take a picture and send it to Eddie Bauer and see if they can send you a new part.
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That doesn't sound good, it sounds like a part is loose in the motor, I would personally return it. I bought 2 and they hummed and purred, there was no grinding noise at all. Hope this helps.
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I am far from qualified to answer but here goes. That has happened to our Riccar (very expensive vacuum that was constantly in repair, hence buying a cheap Dirt Devil) and every time it was the power cord. Usually it somehow came disconnected at the point where the cord enters the vaccume. Because Riccar is made entirely if metal parts excluding the frame it was cost effective, to a point, to have it repaired. The wonderful little Dirt Devil costs less then 1/10 of the price so, IMHO, you may as well buy a new one.
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If it is a very thin wire, then that is not normal. There should be solder pads on the board where the other motor control wires are connected. If it is a single wire coming from the board, that is the antenna and is suppose to be loose. Source: ive re-built this thing 8 times.
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In our case it was the switch on the dashbord that had a lose wire! Both whistles work fine after several years and many uses. Hope you find a solution.
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The mounting plate has a flat on one portion of the round plate which allows proper fit to the main housing. I found that if I mounted it properly the wire with the plug was NOT long enough to reach the outlet. I concluded that the motor was mounted to the mounting plate turned around 180º. I left it that way but had to extend the wire by splicing a short (appx 6") extension on to the wire from the motor. Other than that all works OK and it sure beats replacing the whole thing.
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I don't have a problem with the vacuum canister's motor, but something seems to be wrong with the powerhead. It has a deafening roar. I will be taking it in for repair.
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There are two motors--one moves the round pan and one moves the conveyor. Both are just a couple of screws to replace. Super easy. Petsafe has sent me two new ones at no cost to me. Once this is out of warranty, I will look at replacing them with a better quality motor. I have found those for less than 10.00 on the Web. Mine lasted for 3 months and 6 months, respectively.
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I think the model I have is plastic parts. I have had no problems with it as yet ( a few months ).
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Hi Angela . . . I think I know what you're talking about. It's a plastic type brush with holes so the air can go through it . . . yes? I think sometimes it's call an "anti-static" brush - 2pcs Curved Blow Drying Vent Brush Barber Salon Hair Brush Hair Styling Brush Anti-static (Amazon's title). Other times it's a styling brush - Spornette Metro Collection Tunnel Styling Brush. I also saw another brush at the Sally's Beauty supply site (www.sallybeauty.com) - Brush Strokes Anti-Static Tunnel Vent Brush. Is this close to what you're looking for? If yes . . . YAY!
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sorry, the one we have has not made any unusual sounds. Do you have pets? If yes, could it be hair around wheels? Or if its a motor bad sound, I'd consider returning the item. Sorry, best luck