Cleo's Corgwyn Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I bought a second hand Force Dryer 18 months or so ago, and recently when I went to dry my dogs, the motor started smoking and stopped working. With two Corgi's starting to go into their spring coat blow, I *need* to get this fixed. The company that makes them charges $75 for a basic service, and that may still be my best option, but has anyone ever got a local appliance repairer to look at one? I'm in Canberra, if that makes any difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 If it started smoking and then dies it might be seized which will be a lot more than a basic service... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleo's Corgwyn Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 If it started smoking and then dies it might be seized which will be a lot more than a basic service... That's what I'm afraid of... Still probaly cheaper than user the DIY hydrobath option, long term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodle3081 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 What brand is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I bought this little cheapie when I took on staff and needed a second HVD. I didnt expect it to last long at $200 but it's still going strong 8 yrs later, used and abused commercially. http://www.petnetwork.com.au/cgi-bin/shopping.pl?page=dryer1.htm PROFESSIONAL VARIABLE SPEED DRYER New state of the art Professional Dryers with heat! Solid, barrel shaped metal casing. Powerful 2400w motor. Temperature from 25-60 degrees C. Wind speed 43m/s. Dual insulation to prevent overheating. 3 meter puncture-resistant, triple reinforced, flexible hose with 3 nozzles. Filter is washable and easily replaceable. Stand can be purchased separately to easily convert the dryer into a stand dryer. Available in pink or blue casing. Groomers please contact us for pricing. KUS-15 Price : $250.00 $195.00 Variable speed heated dryer, hose & 3 attachments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andisa Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Sounds like you have burnt the motors out - if so will be a few hundred to fix it. Call around for best prices. When I killed my good drier (Melbourne Dog Center) I paid $650 to have it repaired...bloody thing died 4 years later and is currently sitting in the garden shed with a Liberty drier - also burnt out the motors. I have been quoted around $350 to fix the MDC drier and a bit less for the Liberty drier but instead I bought a cheapie that has rather impressed me. Looks like a toy compared to the other driers but has more grunt that I expected and is the same as what Clyde linked above but mine is pink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleo's Corgwyn Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 It's a Pupkus double motor one. I'll inquire about repair prices, and weigh it up. Thanks for the advice, all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodle3081 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 It's a Pupkus double motor one. I'll inquire about repair prices, and weigh it up. Thanks for the advice, all. Try Clipper World as their repair charges are reasonable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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