Melted Plastic Belt Guard: Anyone else have this problem?
360883
I have the same. First time it happened, Bosch fixed it. Last night, while doing some light planing, it happened again!
873653
I've experienced a burned guard, but have not had flakes fall off. When it was burned, I put in washing machine to clean. Stain was still there but it was definitely useable....
1520786
I was told by Sentry if the lock fails, call a locksmith to cut the door off. Probably the same if electronics melt. I suggest U call Sentry
1930656
Contact the manufactorer. Mine came with a broken guard, and the company sent me an entire set for free. :)
2058967
I've found dumping the belt sensors works. I had the same problem. None sense then.
1304419
Hey Ron, I have exposed heating elements and this melted similar to my experience with aluminum foil liners catching on fire. My best experience so far with oven liners is using cookie tins that are large enough to cover the majority of the bottom of the oven.
761715
Unusual problem. I have many of these and they all worked well. I had to trim all the excess plastic off the sides with a very sharp knife though but then everything fit perfectly. If it doesn't fit then sounds like a mismatch of parts and you should return to supplier for a replacement.
1278848
The simplest would be to replace the buckle. Remove the old buckle by carefully cutting the threads. If you have a buckle from a previous bag, then sew it back on web belt. I am really disappointed with this bag's performance - from the way oversize belt (which by the way won't stay in a fixed length), to the belt stays slipping and the buckle releasing from just a little bit of pressure allowing the entire assembly to unexpectedly fall from my waist. Sorry I could not have been of greater assist on the repair. Hope for the best.
443979
Mine did too just after the warrantee expired. I noticed in comments from other customers that they had similar problems. I'm afraid that you're stuck with a worthless piece of plastic.
1782132
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.
683861
I smelled rubber burning right after turning it on for the first time and the belt broke within 5 minutes. Needless to say, it went back to Amazon and I've been using a Makita ever since with no problems whatsoever.
1710504
I found with another vacuum that the belts were being melted because the beater brush wasn't spinning smoothly - there was something causing it to bind at one end (hair, etc.). So, take the brush out and make sure both ends rotate smoothly and easily - then it may stop burning through belts.
559414
We had the same problem. Turns out you need to use the smallest burner. Since it's not heat resistant plastic, the larger burner causes heat to go up the sides vs heating from the bottom, causing the melting.
1965189
Additional answer: Perhaps the plastic is just protecting it and you just need to remove the plastic.
46904
Never had this happen. My original finally just deteriorated after 12 years and I had to replace. Maybe wrap it in duct tape?
1823488
No. But I replaced belt and 2 weeks later the clutch froze up. So I've now done both. YouTube it
1022346
Hi Yolanda, try taking the cover off by pulling it away from the two tabs on either side, then lifting until the hooks on the front end release. Check that the belt is in place and not off the gears or broken. Check also for any debris that might be preventing the belt or the brush from turning. To replace the cover, make sure brush is in its slots, then hook the cover on the front hooks and click back into place.