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Rainbow E2 will make a real faint noise but motor will not work
Last Updated: 05/28/2009
Problem:
Rainbow E2 will make a real faint noise but motor will not work.
Possible Causes:
Dirty separator
 

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Possible causes and solutions

If it beeps and does not spin - take the separator and clean it. Also take a look at the botom of the motor while separator is off and clean there. E2 motor uses very little power to start and if there is something in between separator and the motor housing it jus will not let it start. You do not have to clean the separator often but once in a while that may be a good idea.

If that does not help – motor has to be tested and there is no easy way – tester costs over $200 so you better off sending it to us. If you chose to take it to a vacuum shop – you may ask them if they have right equipment before you get in the car and drive there.






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