firebirdman55
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Can someone walk me through on a Convertible? Is it normal to be hot and smell strange at first?
Seating Carbon Brushes
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beko1987
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If their brand new then possibly. Does it spark much in use?
I bought a set of comm cleaning sticks from the US a few years ago to fix a compact motor that was giving me great and it worked well. Left the motor in the machine to do it so it was secure so was a bit of a faff but on a convertible there should be loads of room.
Cleaning the comm with wire wool prior to reassembly helps too
I bought a set of comm cleaning sticks from the US a few years ago to fix a compact motor that was giving me great and it worked well. Left the motor in the machine to do it so it was secure so was a bit of a faff but on a convertible there should be loads of room.
Cleaning the comm with wire wool prior to reassembly helps too
s31463221
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Nate
A few years ago I purchased a set of brushes to replace a worn out set on my model 541, and although not a convertible, same concept should apply. My friend recommended using a carbon seating stone if you felt brave enough to stick that thing in the motor and it running at several thousand rpm, or you could clean the armature with steel wool as beko suggested above, use a variac (or make one, there are directions on the internet) to run the motor at half speed (approx 55 to 60 volts) for half an hour. That should properly seat the brushes on your motor. If you replaced the brushes without properly seating them and run it at full speed, I imagine you will end up with excessive sparking which would produce more heat, and give off that "ozone" smell. Hope this helps you out.
Steve
A few years ago I purchased a set of brushes to replace a worn out set on my model 541, and although not a convertible, same concept should apply. My friend recommended using a carbon seating stone if you felt brave enough to stick that thing in the motor and it running at several thousand rpm, or you could clean the armature with steel wool as beko suggested above, use a variac (or make one, there are directions on the internet) to run the motor at half speed (approx 55 to 60 volts) for half an hour. That should properly seat the brushes on your motor. If you replaced the brushes without properly seating them and run it at full speed, I imagine you will end up with excessive sparking which would produce more heat, and give off that "ozone" smell. Hope this helps you out.
Steve
firebirdman55
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Got my machine running nice! Be on the lookout for a post very soon of a nice surprise from none other than Mr. Hoover himself, John Gregory!!!
kirbyloverdan
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Isn't John Gregory
Amazing ?
He is an amazing friend of mine so thoughtful and generous plus is "THE" King of HOOVER nobody knows HOOVER like John Gregory of Sweeper Central in Dunmore Pa .
Dan
Amazing ?
He is an amazing friend of mine so thoughtful and generous plus is "THE" King of HOOVER nobody knows HOOVER like John Gregory of Sweeper Central in Dunmore Pa .
Dan
firebirdman55
Well-known member
Dan, yes he is! He came to the rescue on my machine! Wouldn't have it running well if he hadn't!
kirbyloverdan
Well-known member
Nate he always
Comes through sorta like Secret Santa a very kind and generous man he has done lots for the members
of Vacuum Land most are very appreciative .
Dan
Comes through sorta like Secret Santa a very kind and generous man he has done lots for the members
of Vacuum Land most are very appreciative .
Dan
firebirdman55
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I am VERY appreciative!!!
kirbyloverdan
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Same
With me John Gregory is a wonderful man !!!
Dan
With me John Gregory is a wonderful man !!!
Dan
hooverboy81
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Dan- do you have any photos from your visits to Sweeper Central? I'm intrigued to see this place you speak of so fondly!
kirbyloverdan
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Jon
I do not as I didn't take any when I visit John Gregory but stay tuned pictures will be coming soon .
You can also visit his web site where he has pictures and videos of his store you'll love his store .
sweepercentral.com
Dan
http://sweepercentral.com
I do not as I didn't take any when I visit John Gregory but stay tuned pictures will be coming soon .
You can also visit his web site where he has pictures and videos of his store you'll love his store .
sweepercentral.com
Dan
http://sweepercentral.com
electroluxxxx
New member
How come we never heard of you going to visit sweeper central, Last I knew you were still waiting to go and visit him due to your "busy schedule" could it be Dan that you have never really been to the store that you " speak of so much"? Not to be an ass or anything and hijack the thread but honestly you take pictures of everything! I am surprised you forgot your Top of the line camera for that trip, or could it be that you my friend were never there!
kirbyloverdan
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Well Mike
I guess you'll never know will you .
Your just trying to start trouble for your buddy so enjoy your life ...
If You think your nasty remarks affect me think again I am laughing hysterically everytime I read them.
Makes me happy I affect some people's life the way I do
Dan
I guess you'll never know will you .
Your just trying to start trouble for your buddy so enjoy your life ...
If You think your nasty remarks affect me think again I am laughing hysterically everytime I read them.
Makes me happy I affect some people's life the way I do
Dan
electroluxxxx
New member
Know what?! That YOU were NEVER there? Dan we all aren't stupid like you think we are. Some are just smarter than others and some can also see right through others just like I can see through you! Oh and which buddy are you referring about? I do have SEVERAL.
firebirdman55
Well-known member
With all respect intended guys, please let's not argue. We're all here for the love of our hobby. Let's get along and enjoy it! It's so much more fun that way! Have a happy Easter everyone!
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