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Rainbow E series Canister Wet/Dry Vacuum

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posted by mrka on Dec 29, 2007

Hi, A couple of weeks ago my separator broke one small piece, but it still runs. The problem is when it runs for about 3 min. it smells like something electrical getting hot...whould the separator cause this problem.

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posted on Jan 15, 2008

reddevil6

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It could if the separator is binding, or dragging, when it turns, causing the motor to over heat, that maybe what you are smelling. If it is, then replace the separator.

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