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gronkus  
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  More options Jun 16, 10:30 pm
From: gronkus <david.gron...@ceridian.com>
Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:30:26 -0700 (PDT)
Local: Mon, Jun 16 2008 10:30 pm
Subject: belt noise
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Hey folks,

I just started having some noise coming from the belt area.  Kind of a
squeeking/clicking that speeds up with an increase in motor speed,
etc...

I turned the machine on its side, removed the bottom panel, and used a
clean lint-free cloth squirted with alcohol to kind of wipe the belt
as I turned it with my other hand.  I did this for awhile and while
maybe the noise is marginally less, it is still quite load and
disconcerting.

Is there anything else I can try?

Thanks... Dave


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Wayne Emery  
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  More options Jun 17, 1:42 pm
From: "Wayne Emery" <wayne_em...@msn.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:42:51 -0500
Local: Tues, Jun 17 2008 1:42 pm
Subject: Re: belt noise
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I had that when I first got my machine about 3 years ago. I got a stick of some stuff from the automotive store...a belt fressing....and it went away. I think it's common with fresh belts, but you may have something else going on.  I assume you've checked that the belt is not rubbing anything it shouldn't?
Of course, you could do what I do....wear headphones and turn up the music! Allman Brothers work pretty good for this.......

Wayne


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Barb Yost  
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From: "Barb Yost" <b...@emsgrandrapids.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:06:29 -0400
Local: Tues, Jun 17 2008 1:06 pm
Subject: RE: belt noise
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Hi Dave,

Not sure if there is anything you can try - but my machine did that and then
all of a sudden the belt broke - right in half clean as a whistle - Once I
put the new belt (from Fac-Ette) on it was fine.

Barb Yost
EMS Grand Rapids
Administrative Manager
Phone: 616-243-8866 ext. 10
Fax:      616-243-4172


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gronkus  
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  More options Jun 17, 2:07 pm
From: gronkus <david.gron...@ceridian.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:07:29 -0700 (PDT)
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Subject: Re: belt noise
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Yeah, but Wayne I have somethingy you don't... a WIFE.  And that comes
with a built-in "noise-sensing, start b*tching" device ;-)

I didn't see anything noticable with the belt.  It isn't as if the
belt is making a continuous noise (as if it was rubbing against some
other part).  Instead it is a "clicking..." that coincides with the
rotation of the belt.  I saw there is a seam on the belt - don't know
if this is the cause of the noise.

Can the belt be removed from the two wheels without repurcusions?  It
seems like it might stretch over in order to get it off, but I don't
want to stretch out the belt when I shouldn't.

I'll check into a "belt fressing"... whatever in the world that might
be.  Who comes up with these names, anyway?

Anyway, thanks for the feedback Wayne and if you want to swap me your
headphones for the wife, let me know :-|


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Wayne Emery  
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  More options Jun 17, 4:32 pm
From: "Wayne Emery" <wayne_em...@msn.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:32:50 -0500
Local: Tues, Jun 17 2008 4:32 pm
Subject: Re: belt noise
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David,

Sorry I meant "belt dressing" not "fressing", although that might work, too, if you can find it. I'd call Tyler and ask about the belt.

With headphones, I'm the only one that can hear it....and nothing else!

Send picture of your wife, I have an old pair of headphones I might let go....

Wayne


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Criss Morgan  
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  More options Jun 17, 4:15 pm
From: "Criss Morgan" <crissmor...@bellsouth.net>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:15:57 -0500
Local: Tues, Jun 17 2008 4:15 pm
Subject: Re: belt noise
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Dave,
          He made a typo...it should have been belt dressing, not fressing.
I don't think I'd want to use this on my machine. The belt dressing can be
found at any automotive supply store such as Auto Zone, but it is made for
automotive belts. Not the new serpentine belts, but the old narrow belts,
for whenever it went to squeaking if it got loose. It's very sticky stuff,
and I'd hate that to be on my machine even if it's inside the machine where
it can't get to you. I'm fairly certain that it want cause any harm to the
machine though. It's just messy. The belt squealing and clicking is probably
caused by the belt wearing down a little and fitting down into the pulleys a
little further than usual. The clicking is probably caused by the joint in
the belt passing one of the pulley. You might want to try talcum
powder...just a small amount. Just rub a small amount on the belt while you
turn it by hand. This may give the belt a little bit better a grip, while
still allowing it enough friction to prevent slippage. Fortunately, I don't
have anyone around that might complain whenever the belt on my machine makes
any noise, and if it gets to bugging me too badly, I can take my hearing
aids out.
                                        Criss Morgan
                                        Louisiana


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dpc  
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  More options Jun 17, 4:27 pm
From: "dpc" <d...@cableone.net>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:27:34 -0700
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David,

That's a belt "dressing". I have successfully used a bar of bath soap in the
past. Try soap first. Press the dry bar against the belt when it is moving.
You should instantly hear a "fix", all will once again be quiet. If not
replace the belt. I have a spare on hand at all times, just in case.

Dale


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Wayne Emery  
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  More options Jun 17, 8:17 pm
From: "Wayne Emery" <wayne_em...@msn.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:17:27 -0500
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Thanks, Criss, for the talcum powder tip!

Wayne


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gronkus  
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  More options Jun 17, 10:31 pm
From: gronkus <david.gron...@ceridian.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:31:19 -0700 (PDT)
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Subject: Re: belt noise
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Thanks, everyone!  I took the belt off and gave it a thorough alcohol
wipe.  Then I ran it and used Dale's "soap" trick and it is now much
quieter.  Wayne, if the offer is still on the table... I think I can
hold out for some headphones with Dolby, though ;-)

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Dan Williamson  
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From: "Dan Williamson" <dww...@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 21:40:03 -0700
Local: Wed, Jun 18 2008 12:40 am
Subject: Re: belt noise
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Guys,

I cannot resist. I just joined the group today and I also just received my
Facette today. I live in San Diego and 30 minutes after I got the machine I
had to leave for Chicago. I travel a lot but I do love faceting. I had an
Omni but it had problems so I traded up.

I can definitely relate to the noise issue. I tend to wake up early. I
constantly hear "Turn the d_mn machine off voice from my companion," She
particularly does not like the squeaks of ceramic in the morning. I am a
pure novice but I am getting better. I hope to learn a lot from this group.

Dan Williamson

On 6/17/08, Wayne Emery <wayne_em...@msn.com> wrote:


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StevoRocks  
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  More options Jun 18, 9:31 am
From: stevorockswoopwoopw...@comcast.net (StevoRocks)
Date: Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:31:47 +0000
Local: Wed, Jun 18 2008 9:31 am
Subject: Re: belt noise
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Hello Dan -

Welcome to the group.  I haven't used an Omni, but I have been a Fac-ette user for over two years and absolutely love it!    Hopefully you won't have any issues, but you will find that Johnny and Tyler are very easy to work with.  They have been very helpful to me.

As for the early morning faceting and the noise it makes - you may have some issues until the first few stones get put into jewelry .... that may help some.

- STEVO


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