We have tried to use this for several school projects - fine at first but then couple hours later is always cracks! What are we doing wrong??
172772
Was it good and moist when you started using it? I have not had this problem so don't know what else it could be. Might have been over handled also.
1194080
Try with a Rubi tile cutter, It cost a a few bucks more but it´s a better cutter. 25" tiles are large and QEP many times will break the tiles unproperly
151778
I had very similar one and used like 20 years. I assume something stuck in/round blade which happens sometimes. I assume center core of pencil remains inside the blade. I recommend to clean. As long as your students use appropriately, it should last years.
451932
our lamp is also doing the same. also plastic container cracked from top to bottom on side and is leaking water. this started the 2nd time we turned on power. very displeased with this purchase, still waiting on response from discovery kids company...not a good gift for our 4 yr old grandson.
2105564
I have mine in the art classroom for more than a month without problems. I wonder if the person whose sharpener broke after 1 month mistook the overheat shut off as a breakage. Mine sharpens very fast and keeps the lead centered... very important when running a fast paced art room of middle schoolers. The last two sharpeners I had each lasted a couple of weeks before showing problems. They also did a poor job of centering the lead of colored pencils. I would recommend this to any classroom teacher.
324169
We used it at a fundraiser. It lasted an afternoon, and I did not note any cracking.
2213207
We didn't use sand. We used water and added some anti-freeze, so it wouldn't crack or freeze.
2046852
I also had a couple crack. Very disappointing. It is a great idea but not a quality product.
1802044
The friction-y stuff inside may have just gotten a little tacky and doesn't want to let go, I'd say just pull it apart slowly and forcefully. If it breaks, I truly apologize. Maybe you have a defect(?). If so, I would contact the manufacturer.
936808
I honestly don't know the answer. You could try a small test piece to see, and maybe use some sort of spray release just incase. That usually will help in most cases, unless the release reacts with one of the materials or the other.
497800
If it arrives with a crack... spend a few dollars an send it back immediately. Believe me... if it cracked upon arrival, get your money back and shop elsewhere.
1974434
You probably have a hairline crack somewhere in the base. Inspect it under really bright light. If it's still under warranty, call Air-O-Swiss; my understanding is that this is a relatively common flaw.We had a hairline crack, and what I did was use a superglue-type glue to seal the crack. Make sure to let sit 24 hours before using the unit again.
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I don't know as I threw away all the papers that were inside when I got it, not thinking it would have cracked so easily. I will ask the seller that I bought it from and let you know what they say. Kind of a bummer that they crack so easily because my kids think they are cool.
1257672
I ordered one online, when I received it I noticed the thin cracks on both side under the express keys. I then returned it and re-order the second one, just received it today and this too have the same cracks!. I think I will return it again. I contacted Wacom and awaiting for their answer. For the price that we pay this product should be flawless!
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Did you have any of the mylar shims with it? Like thin sheets of plastic? If so, start adding those to the sandwich and see if it improves. If you don't have them, try copy paper- adding a sheet at a time until it cuts all the way through. Thats all the problem is, the sandwich isn't quite thick enough. remember to add shims one at a time until you get a good cut- you don't want to force something too thick through your machine.When you have the cut right, you can see if you could swap plates- taking out a thinner one and replacing it with a thicker one. Its really trial & error- no two machines will use exactly the same pressure, so what works for one person may not work for someone else. Sometimes, placing the die and chipboard on a different area of the platform, or facing a different way can help too. Hope this helps.
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I haven't had that problem yet, but ours has already cracked at the top so we decided to quit using it. Half the time it was difficult to open certain jars especially plastic lids. I feel its not worth the money and I advise you to return it for a refund if you can.
1281935
I don't understand what you mean by "cracks". There are some packing elements that need to be removed before it is used. I have been using mine for a while now and I am happy with it. If I misunderstood your question, please explain and I will be glad to respond.