My blower stopped working

[Big Time]

Went to throw on my blower this weekend and it didn't go on. As a matter of fact, I flipped the switch, then about 10 seconds later the switch automatically flips back to the off position. Any ideas on where to start with troubleshooting?

 

[Bobcat]

How old is she?:sifone:

 

[redhotsommer]

Mine stopped working shortly after I put a ring on it...

 

[blackhawk]

Went to throw on my blower this weekend and it didn't go on. As a matter of fact, I flipped the switch, then about 10 seconds later the switch automatically flips back to the off position. Any ideas on where to start with troubleshooting?

Sounds like the switch has a built in breaker. Could be a short or the blower is seized and overloading the switch/breaker. Start by unhooking the blower and checking the voltage.

Many times the blowers get water down in the tubing and it gets into the bearings and sets there until you turn the blower on(or it evaporates). After awhile the bearings can rust and seize. I always turn my blower on right after washing the boat to disperse any water that may be in there.

 

[rchevelle71]

Mine stopped working shortly after I put a ring on it...

:iagree:I knew this thread was going that direction, but since we are.............

Mine still blows after the ring, but now she doesnt sw........ Well, I wont ruin the thread with that:sifone:

 

[Big Time]

How old is she?:sifone:

Mine stopped working shortly after I put a ring on it...

I forgot who I was dealing with here.....:smash:

 

[redhotsommer]

I forgot who I was dealing with here.....:smash:

Whattaya expect us to be SERIOUS in here? Oh...no wait...:cheers2:

 

[Davidmnc]

:iagree:I knew this thread was going that direction, but since we are.............

Mine still blows after the ring, but now she doesnt sw........ Well, I wont ruin the thread with that:sifone:

This has also been my experiance. :iagree:

 

[Bobcat]

LMAO ! I think Blackhawk has your answer though!

 

[Gladhe8er]

Happened to me last year. Just needed a new motor.

 

[Tony]

Throw it in the trash and buy a new one. I had an Atwood blower that literally sparked and burst into a short flame one time while bench testing it after a month or so of making funny noises in the bilge.


Oh, and my other blower seems to work better and more frequently after giving it a ring.

 

[Gladhe8er]

Oh, and my other blower seems to work better and more frequently after giving it a ring.

You are one of the few I guess...

 

[Sean Stinson]

I always said it is better to rent the blower and throw her out after she pleases you.....buy a dog they are always happy to see you when you come home!!!!

 

[rchevelle71]

I always said it is better to rent the blower and throw her out after she pleases you.....buy a dog they are always happy to see you when you come home!!!!

I agree, but I already have one(blower), and it will cost me more to get rid of it than to keep it

 

[Jayhawker]

Oh, and my other blower seems to work better and more frequently after giving it a ring.

The ring makes makes the blower work quite well for a short period of time. It's the "I do" that causes it to quit functioning properly.