Buddy, you just saved me a couple hundred bucks. Those doggone flat ribbon cables are awful with their little retainers. We bought a used unit and it wouldn't feed material into the rollers. The feed button wasn't working. Opened that thing up with your great instructions and sure enough, one retainer on one end of the flat ribbon cable wasn't seated well at the button assembly end. Problem solved, THANKS SO MUCH!!!
@bradleyxdebruin Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot I almost broke off the plastic piece because I didn't know about the hidden screw
@CherylVestal6 ай бұрын
Having cutting issues, just over 1 year old called cricut and was told they dont repair. Your video is very informative. I would like to see more on just adjusting the housing that holds cutting blade. When i apply a small amount of pressure blade cuts all the entire project ,not just half of project
@leesulong40 Жыл бұрын
Could you make a video disassembling the rollers? for changing rubber rollers
@robinmiller79652 жыл бұрын
Oh my! Thank you so much for making this video! Extremely helpful and saved me from buying a new machine!
@Idotooby2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Makes it all worth it.
@ljthepoet5 күн бұрын
I'm having problems where my cricut cut 10 cardstocks and stopped cutting it cuts the right hand side and just scores the rest of the shape would you know why and how to fix? What part needs replacing?
@fuzz4107 Жыл бұрын
How do you take the housing unit out to fix the sensor
@CreechFamilyKS7 ай бұрын
Absolutely love this video. Thank you for posting! My machine stopped powering on got a new power cord and everything. The power button flashes for one second then shuts off won’t turn on try to do a hard reset that didn’t work. The light by the blades turns on, so I know there’s some power going to it, any idea how I can fix this? I’m pretty mechanical just need to know what to do.
@CrazeUK7 ай бұрын
Hey cool video. Trying it on a Circut Explorer 3 to fix the Silver strip back down. On a side note, will the Air 2 drive belt fit the Explore 3? _ How do you replace that?
@jrmkkk11 ай бұрын
Hey, excellent video, I would like to know if you could help me in any way to get the Cricut Explorer Air 2 Belt Motor, There are several alternatives for the Cricut maker but I don't know if it is compatible with the Cricut Explorer Air 2. Thanks in advance.
@BrandiRivard-n7g Жыл бұрын
I have a explore air one so I followed your instructions (which were very helpful) up until you pull off the cover to find the hidden screw. No matter what I do I can’t take that part off and the door hinge is broken so I need to be able to take the side covers off. Any assistance would be amazing 😊
@ShelbyMorgan149 ай бұрын
I was doing the same. you've really just got to do it. you feel like it may break, but it's pins with clips. This video shows it pretty well.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noqwdp6geqmhbbc I got it!
@snooki447 Жыл бұрын
To get the screw out where the cog is, you can get a thin screwdriver down the back of the metal plate holding the motor. slide down infront of the spring. Perfect, straight angle.
@mrsb6094 жыл бұрын
why are the machines messing up so quickly?? my power light is blinking red. I dont know how to fix it
@JesusPartida5 ай бұрын
how do you remove the dial? we're having issues where the dial won't change the settings in design space. thanks!
@kellyrockwell960 Жыл бұрын
I need a replacement board for the B side of my cricut explore air 2. The little black part on the board is broken. What can you tell me about it? Is there a possibility to purchase one from you?
@johannadiaz73172 жыл бұрын
excelente video , pude desalmar mi cricut explor exelentemente y solucionar mi problema con los rodillos
@leesulong40 Жыл бұрын
Como pudiste quitar los rodillos ?
@arizaalexanderАй бұрын
Greetings, I congratulate you on your channel. I have a question like that and I have a solid red light. Could it be what idea could you give me to review? Thank you very much.
@janemariebennett39733 жыл бұрын
I wish you made house calls!! So frustrating when it works, doesn’t work, works,doesn’t work . . . Arg! I’m afraid that if I begin to take it apart, I’ll never get it back together. Tried to sewing machine repair places but was told only Cricut repairs Cricut. Sounds like I am not alone in this frustration.
@liljohn4777 Жыл бұрын
Got the red non flashing light. I have the unit broke all the way down, I have just the main board and control panel hooked up and powered with red light still on. The capacitors are not blown and I don't see any sign of a burnt chip. Could this be a shorted chip that I can't see? Can you buy just the board replacement?
@sammanthaavilez18562 жыл бұрын
I'm having an issue with my print then cut. Where is the sensor?
@brittjade3 ай бұрын
Following along and got to the part where the inside back panel comes off around 1:44 mark and that panel will not come out. Any other suggestions? I'd really appreciate it.
@esmeraldabravo3528 Жыл бұрын
Do you own your little business fixing Cricut machines? I’m interested in my machine is broken.
@micheleatkins-willis92569 ай бұрын
Mine has something rattling around inside the part that has the power button and the control knob is. How do I take that piece apart???
@leesulong40 Жыл бұрын
I need a tuorial how to change de rubber roller of a cricut air explore 2
@vitaloo0729 Жыл бұрын
is there a part 2 to this video how to check the circuit?
@raymondburgess594 Жыл бұрын
By unplugging the circuit board does it reset the machine and fix the red light staying on?
@tararose3684 Жыл бұрын
Do you have any advice for top door not fully opening on explore air 2? I’m thinking of buying a used one but the top door isn’t fully opening, though machine still works.
@progettosteam2 жыл бұрын
There Is a way to reset the calibration with Knife Blade on Cricut maker 3?
@icjacks2348 Жыл бұрын
hi, I've just tried to set up my Cricut for the first time out of the box and the dial button isn't working. any ideas of what it could be or how to fix it? thank you 🙏
@cherimccain12 Жыл бұрын
If you just got your cricut it's probably under warranty. Call their support line. Idk if he is still monitoring his channel since no new videos.
@rebeccapretty9163 жыл бұрын
Ok, getting ready to order parts, got the carriage off , but when I did a spring and little white thing fell out.Where does that go
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Yes. On the back side of the carriage just behind the ribbon cable the spring sits in the circular white plastic part of the carriage and the small white plastic part on top of the spring. When compressed will slide into the metal rail on the backside of the unit. Let me know if that makes sense and I will help you along the way.
@rebeccapretty9163 жыл бұрын
You are a genius! Thank you.I just wish it didn't take so long to get the part.Sort of READY to get back to cutting.
@mabooshkaknits33623 жыл бұрын
Hello, my cricut explore air 2 won’t turn on when plugged in. If I push and hold the power cable into the machine, it will turn on and function normally with no problems but if I let go then it shuts off. Any ideas what’s wrong? I’ve tried following your video but couldn’t seem to get the back panel off to then pull of the plastic behind the cutter to see the hidden screws. Thanks in advance.
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Hard to say without physical examination/analysis, but could be the switch itself?...?? As for the back plastic, you need to pull up with a little bit of force as it is attached quite firmly. Just be careful not to hurt yourself when doing so.
@GrandpaTom3 жыл бұрын
At 5:53 you can take off the screw at the top of the white housing with the fins on it and easily move the fins out of the way.
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Good point :)
@kimwilson8069 Жыл бұрын
Do you have a video on how to replace the power port?
@kaitlinrobinson84613 жыл бұрын
Hi! Is there anyway you could tel me if it’s possible for one of the clips to brake that the belt would connect to? Or show what it looks like back there? I gave someone a cricut in great condition they got it and claim the screw to connect the belt broke
@MsAngelicangels Жыл бұрын
Please create a video on how to change wheels. I cannot find one on Cricut Explorer 2. Please your video is detailed.
@denisethompson99604 жыл бұрын
Hi there. Just saw this video. Do you have a solution for fixing or replacing the Gray rubber rollers on the right and left sides of the roller bar? Not the white star rollers in the middle, I'm referring to the larger two that assist in pulling the mat in and out. Thanking you in advance for any assistance.
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
Hi Denise, In order to do it properly it requires almost complete disassembly. All covers, both motors, the gears, the belt, the carriage, the carriage rod, the bottom, and one structural side must come off. It sounds like a lot, and it is, but definitely doable. Let me know if you get it off and need a replacement. I have some good used ones if you need.
@denisethompson99604 жыл бұрын
@@Idotooby hi. Thank you so much. Yes I will reach out to you to purchase the parts. Good night.
@leesulong40 Жыл бұрын
Could you change the gray rubber rollers?
@leesulong40 Жыл бұрын
To replace the rubber rollers you can use a hose used in vehicles and cut the size of the rollers so that they can be used for the cricut. They are more resistant since it is a harder rubber and has threads inside, and it lasts longer.
@danielarojasgarcia9531 Жыл бұрын
Please make a video on how to replace these🙏🏻
@ScrapbookMemorie4 жыл бұрын
Hi, appreciate your hard work! Good job
@Plshelpsavepachamama2 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@amyhernandez727711 ай бұрын
Maybe someone can help. I didn’t pull my forward when I was doing a cut. Now, my USB connector is wanly. Any advice???
@daniellemariepalma47002 жыл бұрын
my computer isn't recognizing the cricut and i noticed my usb port is loose. can you help me with that
@tanciafrancisf3 жыл бұрын
I only use mine 1 time and the red light come on it this is crazy I really want it to fix
@ThePennyNguyen2 жыл бұрын
what about the actually tool holder greg housing? i took it apart and i don’t know where this one spring goes. pls help!
@Idotooby2 жыл бұрын
There is a small circle cap thing that rides along the track. The spring goes under there and when the housing is removed can go boing and be lost if not careful. Let me know if that helps.
@ricardorivera63593 жыл бұрын
My machine has the problem of the cutting part (motor) what happens is that it turns on but the part where the blade goes does not hold, it only goes up and when it goes down it does not want to go back up to continue with the cut.
@2009misscrystal4 жыл бұрын
Hi. I just purchased a Cricut explore 2. I tried using it for the second time today but the on button doesn’t work. When I plugged in the battery the light of the battery turns on but the Cricut machine itself doesn’t work. Any ideas what to do?.. Thanks!
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
There are no batteries in the explore. Are you referring to the power supply? Just because the power supply is lit does not mean it works. is it an original adapter? you would need to test for power and trace it. Could be a dc jack, the main board, or?... Does the connection feel tight without a lot of wiggle?
@daniellelahaie29373 жыл бұрын
My dc jack is broke. Do i have to have the whole board replaced?
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Warning: Do NOT do anything if you have a warranty. There is also a risk of electrocution, shock, death, or permanent damage to self and/or machine. Proceed with caution or contact an authorized service technician. Typically diagnosing is done by fixing one problem at a time and/or testing. If you have any electrical experience you should be able to temporarily test the board by bypassing the DC jack to TP165 and TP168 with 18volts. Make sure you have proper polarity. That will tell you if the jack is the only problem. However, do so at your own risk.
@MrDroopy2134 жыл бұрын
I have a solid red light. I broke everything down but don’t know where to start to try to solve it. What are some common causes for a solid red light?
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2XbZqSeap2ce5o
@benjaminhackley39504 жыл бұрын
Hi I was wondering if you know where to get a replacement motor for sale? I am just trying to figure out who sells them?
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
I have some I could sell. Message me at mikebotor@gmail.com
@zoeyonsurez17344 жыл бұрын
please help! are there screws where the blade and markers go like underneath. my cricut isn’t working and drags through everything as if it is missing screws under there and it doesn’t lift when it needs to. if this makes sense
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
It doesn't lift? The blade? Not really any screws underneath. I am assuming you are talking about for cutting. Let's isolate the problem. Does the problem occur when using clamp A to draw as well? Try to see. If not then the problem is with the blade or clamp B. If it still does then you may have something stuck underneath and to the carriage. If it is only Clamp B perhaps your blade is dull. Let me know if this helps.
@zoeyonsurez17344 жыл бұрын
Idotooby like the white pieces that hold the clamps from dropping all the way down seem like they are all missing screws in all 4 holes under
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
Still not sure. There is a white piece with one screw that stops Clamp A and one for clamp B. There are not really any screws under the carriage. Are you wondering because you reassembled it? Did you try the steps I listed above?
@toya31144 жыл бұрын
I just recently purchased a renewed cricut on Amazon and my belt is disconnected. The sliver part from one part of the belt is showing...it is in perfect condition but unloose. Is there a way I can connect the belt without disassembling the device completely??
@toya31144 жыл бұрын
@@Idotooby I actually ended up getting an entirely new device. I returned the broken one. Thanks for the word
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
For future readers, Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOrnZSqhdV5j80
@akshaykapil48293 жыл бұрын
Even I have a problem of solid red light , I was waiting for you to finish the final statement and boom, your video has ended. What could be the issue and how can I troubleshoot it? P.S. i have already watched your other video and that troubleshooting did help. Is there any problem in power circuit, coz the cricut website says when the solid red issue occurs, it's basically the power issue. The machine could get enough power to light up the red light but not enough power to turn on the motor. What Should I do?
@Idotooby2 жыл бұрын
Have you watched this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2XbZqSeap2ce5o. That fully covers one possible cause along with a solution. However there are other problems that can result in the solid red light error that I have covered in depth with no final fix. Those were meant to document as well as aid others with more technical abilities to diagnose.
@robinmiddlebrook91974 жыл бұрын
The little notch that the belt hooks to is broken...any ideas where I can buy another part?
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
I believe you are referring to the white carriage carrier main part. Yes I do have it and will let you know soon.
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
Here is a link. ebay.us/Ua6Hyo?cmpnId=5338273189
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
If you meant on the belt itself. Here is a new belt. ebay.us/vLSpH4?cmpnId=5338273189
@pinkandbrain15783 жыл бұрын
My open button is jammed so my doors aren’t closing any suggestions?
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Remove left side. Inspect for wear, breakage, any foreign material/object and replace as needed. Let me know if you need a part and I can probably help you out.
@pinkandbrain15783 жыл бұрын
I was able to fix the jammed button and when I put it back together the carriage stopped working any suggestions? Thank you 😊
@Idotooby3 жыл бұрын
Check (undo/redo) motor connections and/or the carriage flat cable until issue is resolved.
@areyoukiddingme67413 жыл бұрын
You could make a fortune fixing these things depending on your location. If I weren’t in Canada I’d pay you to at least try and fix mine.
@marymacdonald75694 жыл бұрын
Is there a belt that will replace the black belt?
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
I think so. Eventually I would like to find a good after market affordable source, but probably won't get to that for quite some time. I do however have a few if you would like I can discuss with you. Email me mikebotor@gmail.com.
@1228Mocharush4 жыл бұрын
Where can I purchase a belt? I need to replace mine. 😥
@caroauth4 жыл бұрын
Idotooby I’m looking for a replacement belt cricut air 2
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
Here is a replacement belt. rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F124088415511
@1228Mocharush4 жыл бұрын
Where can I purchase a new belt so I can attempt t replace mine and get it working again
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
I have one I can sell you. Message me at mikebotor@gmail.com
@Idotooby4 жыл бұрын
Here is a replacement belt. rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F124088415511