Cimex runs for a few minutes and then quits....?

[Desk Jockey]

I have one of our Cimex's that runs for a few minutes and then quits? One of our guys that has some limited electrical skills thinks its the motor. Does that sound right? Could it be something else?

Fortunately we have other machines but I still need this one working correctly.

 

[Willy P]

Buy a good porty.

 

[Desk Jockey]

 

[Jeremy]

If its getting hot it could be the motor shutting its self off. OTherwise probably a short.

 

[FB19087]

^ what Jeremy said


but there appears to be a thermal cutoff inline between the switch and the motor. That could be faulty....or it could be functioning properly and the motor is overheating

and the cutoff could be built in to the motor assembly...hard to tell from the parts diagram

http://www.cimex-usa.com/manuals/Cyclone_Parts_manual_complete.pdf

Rick would probably know..

 

[Steve Toburen]

I have one of our Cimex's that runs for a few minutes and then quits?

Is it the motor or is it the operator? (You)

Mr. Snarky Non-Electrician

PS I'm sorry, Richard. That was hurtful. I will make it up to you.

 

[Desk Jockey]

LOL

Not me I was just told of the problem.

Maybe getting hot? I'll need to check with the operator.

 

[The Great Oz]

I have one of our Cimex's that runs for a few minutes and then quits?

Put it in front of your computer while you're at MF.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Smartass! LOL

 

[Shorty]

Are there any electricians near where your office is ??

Maybe one can diagnose the problem better and safer than a bunch on BDCC's.

Oh yeah, it will cost money.

Which is usually better than costing a life by electrocution.

 

[dealtimeman]

Faulty run capacitor?

 

[Mardie]

I would say that their is something wrong with it Have you thought about taking it to someone to get it fixed ??

 

[Nate The Great]

It's a faulty flux capacitor.......


Signed "Doc" Brown!

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[encapman]

Hey Richard,

Give our office a call today 1-800-330-1888. Ask for Rod. Rod is an ace at everything mechanical! He started off in his early 20s as a small airplane mechanic. He also worked in auto mechanics. And for about 20 years he owned an auto electronics business. Needless to say, there's not much that can get past him. I think he can likely troubleshoot your problem over the phone. And if not, I'm sure he can get an answer for you in a short time after doing a little research.

 

[davegillfishing]

yea rod helped me out a good bit..mine would shut off and sometimes would start back up and sometimes wouldnt for a while..

after a few questions he figured out it was a break in the cord at the switch box..he said they always break there

if you can wiggle the word or move it up and down and get it to come back on..theres your ticket..

 

[Desk Jockey]

Thanks Rick.

I'll have Steve check with the technician to get story and have him give Rod a call.

Thank you!

 

[Desk Jockey]

Have you thought about taking it to someone to get it fixed ??

We send a lot of stuff out but we also repair a lot in house. There is always a pile of equipment in need of repair, light stands, carpet vacuums, HEPA vac's, airmovers, dehumidifers.

This is the first time for a Cimex, they are pretty stout machines and don't require much maintenance. The one tech went to technical school for small electric repair. He fixes all kinds of stuff if he can get the parts. Gas engine and TM and we send it to the distributor.

 

[KevinL]

Put it in front of your computer while you're at MF.

They won't even notice he's gone.

 

[Desk Jockey]

I'm going to get a cardboard cut out of myself and set it in my chair. They will never know.

 

[KevinL]

Except for the missing occasional giggle.

 

[Shane Deubell]

We send a lot of stuff out but we also repair a lot in house. There is always a pile of equipment in need of repair, light stands, carpet vacuums, HEPA vac's, airmovers, dehumidifers.

This is the first time for a Cimex, they are pretty stout machines and don't require much maintenance. The one tech went to technical school for small electric repair. He fixes all kinds of stuff if he can get the parts. Gas engine and TM and we send it to the distributor.

The 2 older models we have yes but the newer version we had the same problem couple times.

I like the sleeker design, something seems different though.

 

[Joshua Klopfenstein]

I have had the same thing happen. Check wires in the cord at the plug. One of the wires was severed about an 2 inches back from the plug from continually winding the cord. Replaced the plug end and works likes a charm.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Thanks Joshua I'll have them check it out.

 

[Cameron DeMille]

I have the stone version. It has a thermal switch on the motor, but I can't imagine it being that different than the carpet version. Sounds like the machine is or thinks it is getting hot. Maybe a capacitor?