Does anyone know why the rubber cover on the handle softened up, peeled off and had to be removed?
1699345
As far as I know, my handle softened is working fine so you may want to contact seller for defective item.
845496
I had the *exact* same issue. I learned by tapping the unit on the side until the handle jiggles up and down makes it much easier to then simply lift the handle off the top. **UPDATE Fe b 20th** Nevermind, it has now become almost impossible to remove the handle. I now loathe trying to remove the top since it could take anywhere from 3 minutes - 10 minutes... along with a bruised palm of my hand.
1174117
You've probably blown out the cutting stick (the red bar). It comes out. Use a pen and stick it in the hole at the end (it's hollow) and pry it out;i t's easier to get at in the end near the handle. You should be able to rotate it 8 times before you have to replace it.
1737481
Ditto, worked great initially. No one In town knows how to fix mine.My husband watched the lift brushes and noticed they were not moving up and down so he ftled a little bit of the plastic and it is working now.However we wait every day for it to die.
1295966
there seemed to be a light coating on the wood. I must say that the handle did not seam to need any sealant. however I twiked the handle by using 220 grit ,very lightltly then used two coats of lnsead oil .don't worry about the handle, its good out of the box. check you tube for info on fine tuning the edge. i have used this tool all winter and am very pleased with it. have fun . bill
1805741
I am not sure, I haven't had mine that long. So far mine is still in tack. You may want to contact the company directly to see. Or be creative and use some Gorilla Tape and wrap around the handle. lol
313400
I had the same problem and ended up switching out the handle with an older handle off of something else I was going to throw away. If I had not had another handle I would have used something to provide more friction or returned it.
110898
I am mot the seller im not sure why I am asked this wuestion. Hiwever my rubner part was torned too, i just peeled it off i figure its due to wear n tear.. Had no problem using it after either.
1839642
No, I haven't. I did replace the plastic knobs on the side that hold the handle in place. Apparently a common occurrence...
1354625
The rubber seal around the hard basket just kind of peels off with some careful effort..if you have any more questions just ask :-)
1186037
Yes, it has happened twice. We called and they sent us a replacement blade unit. It seems once the rubber gasket comes off, the unit is useless because the problem just re-occurs which means you have a mess on your hands when you use it. So we have a couple of useless units now just gathering dust.
326735
The handle was welded together on mine, so I had to sand of the little bit that remained after taking it off. Other than that, if you have the tools you can get it off just fine. Just beware of the welded piece when swinging around. *cough* if you do that.
1897123
You might need to tighten the handle somewhat on your own, when you take it out of the box. Just use a basic screwdriver. It has not been a problem for me since doing this.
2253019
I had trouble with the handle too. My husband finally got it on, but the first time I used it the teflon coating started coming off. I didn't bother trying to put the handle on after I washed it .I threw the piece of junk away.
174578
I had a similar problem until I discovered that the rubber/neoprene had come off. Have not had a problem since. It stays where I put it and just leave it. Don't move it until I get a new automobile.
285361
The wiring to the control runs through the already pre-assembled handle. My guess is that with some effort the handle can be removed taking care not to damage the wiring or control.
339666
Just remove the only screw on the side the handle and pull apart. Hope this helps.