Rotovac issues

[Reli247]

Hey guys my name is Mario from reliable carpet and tile cleaning. Wanted to see if any of you guys ever ran into a problem with Rotovac 360i leaving lines In the carpet after cleaning. I’m talking about dirty stripes after you rake the carpet. This usually happens on light colored carpet that is medium to heavy soiled.
2. My old Rotovac motor never had problems with gears breaking inside. I ordered 2 new motor from Rotovac and both of them are now broken. My wheel hit the corner of a metal frame and now the teeth on the gears ate broken. On accident I had hit a piece of metal like that in the past with the old Rotovac motor and it hung in there for 5 years. These new motors they are selling for replacements are very cheap and with any hit it seems like the gears are breaking.
Anyone ever have any of these problems.

[kevinj6121]

Seems like rotovac quality control has gone down on them 360's, or maybe there just using cheaper motors to cut down on cost, it seems there is always someone selling one

Kinda makes ya wonder why

However, I bought one new from them back in 2010 and used it for like 5 years and never had a problem with it, I did finally sell it off but not because there was anything wrong with it, I simply wasn't using it anymore and wanted an OP machine so away it went

[JohnW]

Hey Mario, I’ve been using all kinds of Rotovacs for many years. I’ve never had a broken gear issue, or even a motor issue. There are a number of parts that do need regular replacement. Like the valve, the switch, and I get a new plastic shroud about every year, so that it doesn’t look all jacked up. I think you just hit something hard.
As far as the stripes go... Does your cleaning head have brushes or round plastic pucks that it skates on between the vacuum heads?
I have the brushes and love them! But they stop the sprayers from reaching the outer two inches. So you could get stripes if you don’t majorly overlap.
I’ve been meaning to cut off some bristles to open up the area.

[carpetorgtfo]

I don't think that is fair. You repeatedly hit metal with your Rotovac you are going to jack up your equipment which will both make it harder to clean and increase the chances you are dribbling grease or something. It isn't Rotovac's fault he is careless with his equipment.

[sammillerscarpetcare]

Could be jet streaking make sure your spray is even!

Slow down overlap and only go about 350 psi try and get the brushhead it’s awesome

[mikesad]

We are running 6 rotovac 360's and we have experienced the light and dark stripes on the carpet. The fix has always been clear out or replace your jets (they are brass so they wear down) and Check all of your vacuum leak possibilities. Sight tubes cracked, Worn out gasket plate on the head of the rotovac, screws and debris stuck in the vacuum ports. There are some tricks we do so I can check for a leak anywhere on the tool, if it continues to be a problem you cannot figured out you can reach out to me at Mikesad@chetscleaning.com and I can walk you through my trouble shooting process and send pictures to help clarify. Good luck hope this helps.