This stopped working for us, and trips the switch.tried a diff cord (ext), and diff outlet. Still does the same. Please - ANYONE what to do?
754572
This happened a couple of times to us. Pushed the reset button and it always starts back up. I thought it had something to do with our outlet...but maybe not. But the reset button always starts it right back up.
754573
Since I don't know when you bought this, it's difficult to answer. I had the same problem with one I bought about three years ago. The problem is the GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) built into the cord. I wound up buying another pump with a completely redesigned GFI and it has been working fine. Evidently, Intex saw there was a problem with the old syle GFI, but didn't tell anybody.
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You might try plugging another appliance into that outlet, such as an iron, and see if the circuit still blows. If it doesn't, my guess is you have a faulty steamer. Try a Swiffer, and change the pad often!
235951
I had the same problem but only on the handheld outlet.Re cut the threads on the handheld and give it some elbow grease.It worked for me.
1587153
Never had that problem. Did you try plugging it into a different outlet. Some are on light switches. Sorry I haven't more help to give.
2171391
After using it for a month and a half (and it working perfectly) the same thing happened to me. I was using a power strip and found that moving it directly to the wall actually works again.
244734
Ah... I found these other answers confusing, but I have a similar one so it seems easiest to be to say... this is NOT an extension cord!Whatever you plug-in will just be piggy-back plugged right into where this plugs into the outlet, making it stick out of the wall double than usual essentially. The cord length is ONLY for switch-purposes.
1917328
Check and see if bulb is loose. Try another outlet.(in wall). Those fail, exchange most diffently
1459381
It trips (presumably because it overheats triggering a safety switch, not the breaker in the electric circuit) when plugged into a standard wall socket (no extension cord). It trips at HIGH setting 1200 watts but does not trip at 800 watts. She set it closer to herself and gets along at the lower setting with considerable complaint. Sorry to have been unclear in the original review which I was trying to keep short.
1035627
I don't know. Email the company and ask. Have you tried plugging it in in another outlet? I had a blow dryer and the same thing happened. The blow dryer couldn't take the voltage difference. Sorry I couldn't help you much. Good luck!
1201336
Never having it happen to me, I can only speculate that you would simply have to 'reset' the surge control product so that it would work again! Educated guess, they usually trip like a GFI and then you simply push a button and reset them! Hope this helps!
1046740
Make sure tfirst that your outlet or breaker for the outlet is reset and that you have power. also see if anything else in the house was blown. power going off and on should not hurt the unit. A power surge would. I am not sure about the fusing of the system but I assume there is one in the internal transformer. Since I do not know your expertise I am not sure what to recommend but if you are not a technician and the unit has been plugged into a live outlet then take it to a local radio or electronics shop and have them look at the power supply.
450495
Had similar experience & ended up sending one back and getting another which then worked. Make sure you are waiting long enough for the tripper to actually turn the switch. You might also try turning the switch manually a bunch to times to loosen it up a bit. I don't think the red/black matters but the instructions tell you which is which, on and off. If you can't get it to work you may have to send it back for a replacement - it may be that the switch is just too tight.
1055428
Not sure, mine never does that. If you just bought it I would swap for a new one. Or make sure your connection to the outlet is not loose maybe? Hope you figure it out!
496485
Probably not. It sounds like it may be defective and needs to be returned (hopefully this is still an option). Before you do so, try plugging it in to another outlet, just to be sure!
94608
Not to sound condescending, but I'm not aware of your knowledge... Are you sure the outlet you have it plugged into works? First: Try something you know works in another outlet. Second: If you are able to confirm it does not work, contact the seller, explain and ask for a replacement product. I own this product and have no problems. They should work with you.
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Very likely not work. This item connects to one outlet rather in its middle, and then has another plastic prong to insert into the 'ground' of another socket below. Most likely for stability. You probably could break that prong if you only have socket. In all cases, I am pretty sure the socket connection is too far from the top, to give allowance for your switch.Finally, it is also too big to imagine extended out from the wall.I would rather use a "Stellar Labs 28-11104 6" Extension Cord with Flat Rotating Plug" to go down the wall half a foot, and then a "Globe Electric 46505 3 Outlet Single-Tap Wall Tap" to have other cables hanging. Very likely not work. This item connects to one outlet rather in its middle, and then has another plastic prong to insert into the 'ground' of another socket below. Most likely for stability. You probably could break that prong if you only have socket. In all cases, I am pretty sure the socket connection is too far from the top, to give allowance for your switch.Finally, it is also too big to imagine extended out from the wall.I would rather use a "Stellar Labs 28-11104 6" Extension Cord with Flat Rotating Plug" to go down the wall half a foot, and... » Read More Very likely not work. This item connects to one outlet rather in its middle, and then has another plastic prong to insert into the 'ground' of another socket below. Most likely for stability. You probably could break that prong if you only have socket. In all cases, I am pretty sure the socket connection is too far from the top, to give allowance for your switch.Finally, it is also too big to imagine extended out from the wall.I would rather use a "Stellar Labs 28-11104 6" Extension Cord with Flat Rotating Plug" to go down the wall half a foot, and then a "Globe Electric 46505 3 Outlet Single-Tap Wall Tap" to have other cables hanging. « Show Less
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I have one of these and the outlet and switch are seperate. The outlet is always live (assuming it is wired correctly).