Ryobi Carver

Â* I was given a Ryobi Power Carver, it seems to be losing power. Â*I first noticed the blades didn't stay tightly seated. Â*In fact, a couple times they simply fell back out. Â*Even if they are tightly held they definitely aren't carving. Â*Anyone out there have any idea what's happening, is the carver just worn out? Â*I don't have the instructional booklet so I don't even know who to contact. Â*If anyone reading this has had this happen or has the booklet with an address or phone number to contact for service please let me know. Â*Also, if you think it's even worth while to try to fix it. Â*
Â* I haven't used one of these before and have only had this one two months, I don't know what the 'life expectancy' of these type of carvers are.....more than two months, of course, but I don't know how old it was when I got it. Â*Was told it wasn't used very much by the person who had it.
Â* Anyhow, I'd really appreciate any advice. Â*Thanks, Callynne ???

CALLYNNE, I HAVE A RYOBI DETAIL CARVER MODEL DC500
HAVENT HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT. ITS ABOUT 3YRS
OLD. ANY WAY I STILL HAVE THE BOOKLET FOR IT.
HERE IS THE ADRESS AND A PHONE #.

RYOBI AMERICA CORP.
5201 PEARMAN DAIRY RD.
ANDERSON, SC. 29625-8950

PHONE - 1-800-525-2579
HOPE THIS HELPS!

Sounds like it might need a cleaning and a little lube job (emphasis on little) ... Not having seen one don't know how hard it would be to take apart .... clean the brushes and armatur and a drop of oil on the bearings/bushings and the blade holder mechanism. Shouldn't be too difficult and what do you have to lose, it don't work now.

Â* Â* Thanks for the replys, I called the 800 number, the man there was very helpful, told me a couple things it could be and where to get it serviced. Â*Hopefully it will be something small and I will have it back good as new in no time! Â*Thanks again, Callynne

[rgbonehead]

I had one and wore It out.sounds like you are having the same problem best to junk It and buy another one.
Ron

[Hi_Ho_Sliver]

Originally Posted by Guest

* I was given a Ryobi Power Carver, it seems to be losing power. *I first noticed the blades didn't stay tightly seated. *In fact, a couple times they simply fell back out. *Even if they are tightly held they definitely aren't carving. *Anyone out there have any idea what's happening, is the carver just worn out? *I don't have the instructional booklet so I don't even know who to contact. *If anyone reading this has had this happen or has the booklet with an address or phone number to contact for service please let me know. *Also, if you think it's even worth while to try to fix it. *
* I haven't used one of these before and have only had this one two months, I don't know what the 'life expectancy' of these type of carvers are.....more than two months, of course, but I don't know how old it was when I got it. *Was told it wasn't used very much by the person who had it.
* Anyhow, I'd really appreciate any advice. *Thanks, Callynne ???

? Not sure how they could fall out? Mine has a nut you have to tighten when you put the blade in? I have had mine about 3 years or more and no problems with it, of course I don't use it much...

[mdallensr]

Some brands of blades (Flexcut or Automach) require a brass shim for use with the Ryobi (that's usually packed with the blades). I've had a Ryobi for several years and have had no problem with it. I use it less and less as I learn how to use my large tools.

[firewoodstudio]

Ryobi Has stopped making that carver several years now. I have one that I use all the time. The blades if they are Roybi or Flexcut they should stay in, some other brands need a small brass shim . You should have a nut shaped collar on the end that should tightened the around the shaft that has a slit in the end of it when you thighten the nut on the end it will close the slit some and hold the cutters in place.

[Baldy]

I have two of the Ryobi carvers and have had good luck with both of them. I bought the first one and used it until I thought it was worn out doing some projects in Oak.
I bought the second one as I didn't want to be without it. No.1 had done a lot of work before it was sent in to be repaired having had it for several years an using it hard! It was still working fine but did not seem to be up to the standards it had been when new. When I got it back it looked like new and may have been. Repair was very reasonable and done quickly. Bottom line, it's good equipment and they take care of their customers.

Baldy

[muffy]

I Also Had One Of The Dc500.i Needed A Part For Mine And They Fooled Around For About 6 Mo. Before They Told Me They Don't Make Them Anymore And There Were No More Parts Being Made For It. It Was Good While It Lasted But It Didn't Last Very Long.. I Will Never Buy Another Ryobi Product Again. Them People Turned Me Off..i Hope You Make Out Well With Them....... Dan.......