We have found that some climates can either dry or swell the holes in the wooden supports that holds the cloth and warp beams. The solution is to disassemble the beam completely and inspect the parts of the beam where they fit into the holes of the beam holding supports. Inspect both the beam and the wood for noticeable wear. Sanding the wooden parts where you see wear is recommended.
There is no way for the factory to create a “permanent” solution. Tolerances are tight with our looms and climate can effect the wood - although it is not common.
If you are having trouble releasing the friction brake on your David, Spring, Delta, Octado or Megado - look at these issues:
- Check the brake cable - does it cross itself anywhere on its path. If yes, remove the cable and re-string it so there is nowhere on the drum where the brake crosses itself.
- Is there a kink or bend in the cable, or any fraying - if yes, you may need to replace the cable.
- Next, try removing the cable and using some sandpaper, smooth the surface of the drum. Sometime after extended use, the drum becomes grooved or “chewed up”, sanding the drum has often resolved the issue.
- If your brake cable is routinely getting crossed, try not lifting the brake handle as much when releasing tension. If you lift the handle too much, you introduce more slack than needed and the cable can re-position itself. Just lift the brake cable sufficiently that it releases.
- If the problem is still not resolved, disconnect the brake cable and check that the warp beam turns freely. If not, disassemble the warp beam and clean the place where the shaft of the warp beam attaches to the side rail with a clean cloth. You may need to smooth the hole in the wood with fine sandpaper. If you want to use lubricant in this opening, use Teflon dry spray only.
Replacement brake cables :
David I & II / Spring I - WR0222
Delta - WR01376
Octado - WR0322
Megado - WR0137
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