Mine goes then stops like the belt is slipping. Tried adjusting but did no good. Any ideas? Only used three times now.
149569
moving the shifter, and make sure the linkage isnt binding, i have not had this happen on mine.
149570
This beast needs to be serviced at a dealer annually if it gets a fair bit of running. Don't think there's a "belt" in this model.
149571
I bought the last one they had on closeout for this brand. Now I know why they wanted to close them out. For the price I paid, it should run by it self. The shifter sticks, and needs an adjustment for the forward and reverse. It only goes in reverse one speed. Forward goes to fast sometimes. Have to slide shifter back and forth to get it to move sometimes. Not really happy with it.
149572
mine did the same thing. their is oil from the motor that drips on the rubber drive wheel. to keep it clean of oil put a 6in block under the front when its parked and sitting so the oil runs toward the back and away from that drive wheel. it will grip while running after that even if it drips on it. i had taken and split the front and back of the snow thrower as to the manual and wiped and cleaned the all oil and sanded the drive wheel the first week i had it. it did not slip since. and with the block under the front no more problems. the first snow thrower went back with a locked up motor. starter could not start it with so much compression buildup. but that a whole dif problem. mine did the same thing. their is oil from the motor that drips on the rubber drive wheel. to keep it clean of oil put a 6in block under the front when its parked and sitting so the oil runs toward the back and away from that drive wheel. it will grip while running after that even if it drips on it. i had taken and split the front and back of the snow thrower as to the manual and wiped and cleaned the all oil and sanded the drive wheel the first week i had it. it did not slip since. and with the block under the front no more problems. the first snow thrower went back with a locked up motor.... » Read More mine did the same thing. their is oil from the motor that drips on the rubber drive wheel. to keep it clean of oil put a 6in block under the front when its parked and sitting so the oil runs toward the back and away from that drive wheel. it will grip while running after that even if it drips on it. i had taken and split the front and back of the snow thrower as to the manual and wiped and cleaned the all oil and sanded the drive wheel the first week i had it. it did not slip since. and with the block under the front no more problems. the first snow thrower went back with a locked up motor. starter could not start it with so much compression buildup. but that a whole dif problem. « Show Less
149573
If it has the Chinese engine ( called the "Snow King"not the Briggs) check the head gasket bolts and make sure it is not leaking oil from the head.Ours did this at 3 uses and it turned out everything was wet with engine oil. After 2 unsuccessful repairs by a lousy dealer, we paid 250 dollars to an independent guy who properly torqued the head and loaded it with locktite. So far so good. If anyone wants this machine be careful to spend extra for the US made motor. The Chicoms have apparently not figured out how to make a good motor.
149574
I am having the same trouble with mine,used it about four or five times and every once in awhile it does not go anywhere,I have to push and pull back and forth a couple times then it catches,a few times i had to move shifter back and forth also.
700742
Have you turned the knob on the front to the "belt on" position? If the word "Kirby" on the front of the machine is vertical then it's in the off position. If its in the on position and the belt still isn't working then your statement (I say statement because the way you worded that isn't really a question despite the fact that you ende it with "?") really needs to be made to a Kirby tech specialist. Your phone book or Goofle should hook you up with a local Kirby service person.
1019335
yes, it sounds like a defective unit, it shouldn't slide as you've described it. good luck.
1199589
I do not know Andrew but I am a recent owner of the same Treadmill and have had to frequently adjust the belt to keep it centered and noticed my belt would slip but thought it was because I was not lifting my foot up high enough when I jogged - now I wonder if it is an issue with the machine. I will call Precor customer service and ask them these questions.
1357193
Mine turns with the stiffness you want (so it doesn't slip easily) but it's not uncomfortably tight and moves freely when turned. Try working it a bit to see if it just needs the tightness worked out of it. Otherwise you may want to swap it if you think it hurts your ability to freely make adjustments.
1670470
I have not had any problems. Just put the belt in one pulley and force the new belt into the top pulley by turning it
564908
I have been recently having the same issue with the belt slipping off. It isn't breaking, just slipping off. Very frustrating being in the middle of vacuuming or almost done and having to stop, find a screwdriver, undo six stupid screws and then fighting and breaking nails and crunching fingers to put the belt back on only to have it slip off again next time. I replaced the belt with the replacement belt that came with it and it too, slipped off. I made sure to clean the bar and brushes off thoroughly, including any little strings or hair that has wrapped itself around and tried sliding the belt on as far to the inside as possible. I also empty the dirt chamber often and make sure not to set the vacuum too low. This seems to have helped. However, if it continues to happen, I am going to try to find some kind of tiny rubber washer or "o" ring to wedge against the belt on the metal rod. It's too bad--for an economical vacuum, I sure like it, but if this continues, I'm going to return it.
1771592
Self drive belt is either broken, clogged with debris or needs adjusting. Owners manual tells you how to adjust it.
2051209
Mine does not slip around at all. Maybe you could sew one of the seams tighter. No other ideas. Sorry.
72412
I am in the same dilemma...I took off the beater bar, but the motor shaft goes all the way to the other side, and there is no gap to take the belt on or off...help!
829190
The one I have is so tight, I have to manually slide it down to allow the seat belt to fully retract. Maybe yours is defective.
1536052
It goes off when the brushes are not spinning properly. In my case the belt was old and stretched out, I just needed to replace it.
658246
I've had this problem too. On mine, the button that releases the trimmer gets stuck to the side position and I have to "reset" the button to the middle position or the trimmer will not stay shut.
1032010
Mine slips down a little, but not enough to cause a problem. I just move it back up a little before I fasten my belt.
2058965
The belt is activated when is fasten. I suggest you install movecount, install all updates and try again.
313401
Just twist it one way to loosen and the other to tighten. Maybe there is something wrong with it. Check with the manufacturer. Sorry I could not be more helpful
1517731
I guess you have considered a broken belt? Also, were both top buttons turned on? Is anything binding the brush (something- like string or other soft item) the brush? I haven't had that problem so I'm just throwing things at the wall. Good luck.