Anyone ever tried to repair a Chi Turbo Flat Iron Bought my Chi about two years ago (from a salon) but I don't have the recipte. The Chi stopped working today, but I noticed that by swiveling the cord, holding it in one place, the light would come on and the ceramic heated up just fine. Made me think that the swivel cord is just not built to last. So I took it to a place that repairs vaccums, hairdryers, etc. They're getting back to me with a free quote, but the guy told me he could probably fix it. Anyone else try to get it repaired? I'm just all against the throw it away, buy a new one mentality this country has gone into lately. Any success stories out there? Anyone ever tried to repair a Chi Turbo Flat Iron Bought my Chi about two years ago (from a salon) but I don't have the recipte. The Chi stopped working today, but I noticed that by swiveling... » Read More Anyone ever tried to repair a Chi Turbo Flat Iron Bought my Chi about two years ago (from a salon) but I don't have the recipte. The Chi stopped working today, but I noticed that by swiveling the cord, holding it in one place, the light would come on and the ceramic heated up just fine. Made me think that the swivel cord is just not built to last. So I took it to a place that repairs vaccums, hairdryers, etc. They're getting back to me with a free quote, but the guy told me he could probably fix it. Anyone else try to get it repaired? I'm just all against the throw it away, buy a new one mentality this country has gone into lately. Any success stories out there? « Show Less
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I would love to try to fix myself, in these economic times it would be great, can you send me the link?
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Family of Four,It would be great if you could send the link... i'm interested in repairing mine.
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Repaired at a vaccum repair store for $30. Works like brand new.The Chi is designed to break. The swivel power cord, over time, will simply lose the connection. My repairer replaced this with a fixed cord. It will not break again. Don't waste money and landfill space buying a new one. Get yours fixed like I did.
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Yes, please send me the link. I just don't want to purchase a new one if I don't have to. Thanks.
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Yes. It can be done fairly easily. If you still wish to repair it yourself, I will send you a link by which you can see step by step photos of my successful repair. Like you, for the cost I couldn't stomach throwing it away and Chi told me it would be 6-8 weeks and the total cost for the repair and return shipping was going to be $72.00! Give me a break, I can buy a new one for almost the same price, so I decided to try to repair it, and it was surprisingly easy. Total repair time takes about 20 min from start to finish.
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is anyone getting the link for repair? i had my swivel cord tightened and haven't had a problem since, but would like the repair link if anyone is getting it.
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Hi Lakisha. This iron was purchased brand new. It is well made by German company and seems to be working for great for us. I would think if it was refurbished they would have some kind of warrantry. Thank you and good luck.
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Thanks for the info! I opened up the housing and found that the plastic pin that forms a 'pivot' for the orange handle was partially broken. No hope of repair without buying new parts. So (like you), I rigged the switch to be permanently on! Still have all my fingers & toes after one mow.
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I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta anytime soon. I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta... » Read More I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta anytime soon. « Show Less
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Have the Rowenta Advancer... circuitry went out, they replaced it under warantee (took 2 months)... Now 3 months into the replacement iron, the circuitry went out. Sent it for repair to the place rowenta told me to send it. Got it back after a month. Still doesn't heat up properly, lights don't work right and today I find that the water has completely leaked out all over my ironing board. Anyone have a good suggestion for my next iron? I won't go with the rowenta again!!
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Yes. I had the same problem. Call Rikon and be as ass about it. I gave up the first time and bought another saw from Amazon. When the second motor died I called three or four times and was a complete ass. They sent me a replacement for free because it has a one year warranty. If you are using it for meat, you have to cover the motor with a plastic bag before you wash it down. Otherwise, the motor isnʻt well sealed and moisture will condense it in and destroy the brushes. My best advice, if they donʻt replace it never buy another. It really is poorly constructed and Iʻm only using it until it dies and getting a Hobart or a Biro saw. Yes. I had the same problem. Call Rikon and be as ass about it. I gave up the first time and bought another saw from Amazon. When the second motor died I called three or four times and was a complete ass. They sent me a replacement for free because it has a one year warranty. If you are using it for meat, you have to cover the motor with a plastic bag before you wash it down. Otherwise, the motor isnʻt well sealed and moisture will condense it in and destroy the brushes. My best advice, if they donʻt replace it never buy another. It really is poorly constructed and Iʻm only... » Read More Yes. I had the same problem. Call Rikon and be as ass about it. I gave up the first time and bought another saw from Amazon. When the second motor died I called three or four times and was a complete ass. They sent me a replacement for free because it has a one year warranty. If you are using it for meat, you have to cover the motor with a plastic bag before you wash it down. Otherwise, the motor isnʻt well sealed and moisture will condense it in and destroy the brushes. My best advice, if they donʻt replace it never buy another. It really is poorly constructed and Iʻm only using it until it dies and getting a Hobart or a Biro saw. « Show Less
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I loved this machine, but after 3 uses it broke, so I would not recommend it. It browned just fine. I was happy. And then.....I need to buy one, but can't find one I like. By the way, this is made in China. I think if you found one like this it would makelife easier by using the same pan to brown and cook, but like I said, don't buy this brand. Hope this helpf.
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hi, i just got a chi a little while ago and it works very well! i think it curls better than anything.. and i thought when i got it that i wouldnt get hot on the outside but it actually does.. stinks right? but i learned how to curl my hair very well without putting my fingers on that end of the straightener. i think you should get the chi anyways and just learn how to do it without touching it. its actually a lot easier than it seems.. and practice makes perfect... i did not go out in public the first time i curled it :P
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I just bought it yesterday and this happened after the first time I used it. I can't turn it off unless I plug it in. I was just checking Amazon to see if this was a typical issue. I'll call Wahl today to see if I can get a replacement since I don't know about refunds after using it.
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Yes, after 9+ years, I have finally had to replace this hair dryer (which I bought in Japan), not because it has burned out or stopped working, but because the comb attachment has had it. Like any regular hairbrush, you want to replace them after a couple years. This one lasted 9+, so I had to buy a new one. Mainly for the attachments. :) Enjoy!
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I ordered a flat iron and got a blow dryer instead. Idk about warranty. Good luck
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Try cleaning and oiling/lubricate it. Also, being electric, see if your cord is still good.Otherwise, time to get a new one. Sorry!!
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I had the same problem the very first time I used it this past Sunday. Worked great for a while, then the belt just popped off. It was a pretty easy fix, although for some people it may not be so easy. So I emailed Toro, and they said they have NO problems with the belt associated with this particular model! I read lots of the reviews for this, and it seems to be a somewhat common occurance. The one person that said there is a 'patch' of 'fix' for this is dead wrong. There is NO such thing. I guess we just have to get lucky somehow and hope it stays on.
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Hi. I've had my chi for 3 years, and I curl my hair with it. I even use it to curl my extensions!!
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Mine also did that. It worked once, then stopped. I returned it to Sears, thinking that I just got a bad model. That one worked twice then stopped working. It has now been collecting dust in my garage after only one use. I had an earlier version that lasted eight years. No idea why I have had such trouble with this model.
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this happened to me this year too - I was about to send it back but instead I took it apart (removed the cylinoid, took all those pieces apart - not sure of the names of them) and then checked for wear and tear, sediment build up, etc. It was all clean so I put it all back together and it started working again. I think maybe it just needed a little movement to get going again. It might be worth a shot before going through the hassle of returning, etc. Hope that helps!
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Funny you should ask! I went down to my basement the other day and the light was OUT! The unit is supposed to be under warranty for 5 years. It's been two years since I had it installed. I have already spoken with the folks at Intermatic and will be sending the unit to them for their tech guy to take a look at it to see what went wrong. No matter how this goes, I won't regret having the unit -- if it took a hit that would have taken out my well pump or septic pump, it's still worth the cost of replacing it. But there's still some hope that Intermatic will find that it was a defect in the unit and perhaps it will be repaired or I will be compensated somehow? Hey, if they repair it, I'll keep it just in case there's a problem going forward two more years from now! So - you're right - there is no reset switch and the units are NOT serviceable by the consumer - However, the company is really good and if you send them the unit, they will investigate what happened! Jury's still out on whether I'm just out the cost - we shall see!