Random orbital sander

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Random orbital sander

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My sander has stopped rotating under power, it just spins freely, but still oscillitates. I have taken the sander head off but can't find out how it should work. Can any of your experts advise please?
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Did it fail in use or whilst stored?
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Not sure, I had been using it a while when I noticed it was not rotating. It was the first time I had used it for some time.
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So the eccentric hub still turns but the backing pad just freewheels? I believe that's how they are supposed to work. The backing pad only turns under power when the locking pin (if fitted) is slid into position... :thumbs:
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I'm sure mine only works when you apply pressure to the pad i.e. when it comes into contact with whatever you're sanding
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