There is a spring in the shaft where the motor shaft attaches to the flexable shaft. Make sure it is in place. The best way to check where it is located is to go to the mfg. site and find a parts diagram. You can also order if need be.
Roe Lane
April 2010
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what makes a shaft stop spinning when any pressure is applied?
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