If anyone wishes to find out what happened drop me a line at malsnme@yahoo.ca. Check out new products, stories and share your personal wellness journey. Ijust broke the hot water lever. I inherited the device from my Quebec based Grandfather. Consumer Investigative Agent HAVE BROKEN OFF. and is very stiff and hard to operate. Hold down both spigots to flush the system Load the 5-gallon bottle on top of the water cooler Drain 2-3 cups of water out of the red spigot (if you have one) to prime the hot tank You can now plug in the water cooler Turn on the hot tank using the switch on the back of the cooler You will have hot and cold water in about five minutes! 2/11/07. We have also taken apart the system and cleaned it,( for the bad taste of the cold water), there was build up in the water reserve in the unit itself. The cold water is cool then warm, but mostly the water tastes hideous- like plastic. The filters that I paid $11.00 in the store are $20.00 through Elite. I am quite frustrated and would never have bought this water dispenser if I had seen this web page first! This website was not started by me but should provide you a good indication of the lack of service your affiliate, Elite Group Inc. is providing. I don't believe leaking is going to be a problem. When repairing your water cooler or replacing parts, be sure to consider what the cost would be to replace the entire cooler. Well, I have an update on this post of mine. www.google.com Having the water cooler in or not in direct sunlight is a huge Tape the hose to the side of the basket so it will be above the water level to prevent leaks. This is not only to prevent damage to the appliance but to avoid getting an electric shock during the cleaning process. broke in my hot water tap so i made a good tap from the two, now the last handle broke, all this time i have been trying to get new taps anf have Anyway the store was great (Atlantic Superstore, a division of Loblaws) and I got my money back. The small cap should stay on the top of the post and will snap back onto the inverted post when you pull the bottle off. I have the triple function one model#311/312. i've had that shit for almost 3 years..i think it's how you take care your stuff.thank you, Dear Sunbeam Rep Will appreciate if you can provide me with the Hot Water handle broke off. Now I've forgotten how the gaskets all fit onto the top of the unit to support the jug! Please place a large X on the faulty bottle and label it a leaker. I fixed it myself by crazi-gluing a portion of the broken off piece back onto the flat portion of what was left on the tap. Ok Sunbeam is sending a new casket for it, hopefully that will fix it. You might be able to see something dripping out of the unit, which is a dead giveaway. send me an email & I will send you one for free. So it could be up to a year before I got one if not longer. Thanks in advance and Happy New Year! Can't find it on Sunbeam.com. 6 Solutions. The hot water handle broke without using much pressure. Well, although this idea may be too much but for a business like Sunbeam who has a great reputation, they should whenever they let their name be used for a purpose be aware that it does not fall in disrepute such as this. I welcome any suggetions. Does anyone know where I could find parts that fit that aren't mayed by them? Drain water Call 1-877-383-6399, they are responsible for these pieces of JUNK. What a bloody mess! I am also looking for replacement filters. Bring the cooler outdoors, and remove the (2) screws securing the safety strap on the right-rear side - midway up. Drain all taps to remove the water from the cooling basket. Dear Sirs, Your receipt is from November 2006. I've no idea where to get one. Will fit any standard sized Hot and Cold water cooler/dispensers. I am willing to sell the rest as parts. Sorry Sumbean, but you deserve it. I made my water cooler into a fish tank because it sucked. I'm going to try to contact Sunbeam, but am wondering when the handles are going to break or our kitchen is going to floodmaybe it's better to trash it while we're still lucky?!?! I definitely will NOT buy another Sunbeam Product. Lesson learned, Ozarka here i come. Ideally, you should wipe down the inside and outside of the water cooler from time to time. Please advise me where I can get a replacement dispenser. http://www.businesstelephonecenter.com, Hi I have a sunbeam cooler I just received today and the refillable filter jug has a crack in the bottom. Replace the cap. Even though you might be able to fix a lot of these issues by yourself, you should also reach out to a professional if you have any questions or concerns. I took of the top and called the number on the back and they sent me some replacement parts. Call Us. I complained about such a long wait, and she said that that would be the maximum time until I receive them. Drain the vinegar-and-water mixture. Keep up the great work. here is a link that will tell you how to sanitize your system. If the water cooler has plenty of power, then its time to move on to the next issue. unscrew the black top of the spigot and pull out all of the guts. Appliance Analysts > Appliances > Home Appliances > Water Coolers. P.S. I say so what. does any one know of someone trustworthy to call and get a red hot water handle? La Nina is a change in temperature that produces cooler I called the number on the warranty and was told it would take 6 weeks for them to send a new one. of pre-water through unit. LUBE THE ONES THAT ARE LEFT AND HOPE YOU CAN GET SOME FROM THE CULLIGAN MAN. Does anyone have information about any class actions suits or how to get a refund? Wait for 10 hours before you open the drain plug because the hot water drains out first and may cause injury. Alas, our hot tap handle broke too. I also have a Sunbeam watercooler got it 2 years ago from Home Depot. Another possibility might be loose screws/wires or simply the advanced age of the model. No problems until a few months ago when it started leaking all over. Gail Smith, I have had one for years and leaked once after I took apart to clean . First LEAVE THE CAP ONMAKE A CROSS CUT/SLIT IN THE CAP AND THEN PLACE ON THE PUNCTURE ROD. The water taps/knows are good but it does not have the base stand. If the water cooler is not plugged in, this is probably the reason why it is not working properly. However my stupid self has not been able to fully disassemble the unit to get to confirm my theory. Have 3 YLR2-5-87H2 or 3, (don't know, tossed it) handles, one blue, one white, one red. When you search for the parts you may also find repairmen . It's a brand new cooler. Never used the hotwater option, so all is well there. Can't they make something a little more solid? I have hot water sitting in the tank right now hoping that all the chemicals (BPA??) What should I do now? Model SA12587. Bad PR for Sunbeam products. I still have my manual because i KEPT IT AS MOST CUST'S SHOULD. Will try the bottle opener trick first and the foil and rubber band for the jug. Never had the broken faucets but many times had the water on the Pergo floors! Where can I find a replacement and what do I do about a leak? That way, you can prevent this issue from happening in the future. water. carmelferreira@gmal.com Thanks. My water heater element has also to be replaced. Last Sunbeam branded product I willever buy! Most bottled water companies keep these spigots in stock because most commercial water coolers are fitted with them. We have the Sunbeam YLR2-5-90CH3 and it leaked a third of the bottle all over the kitchen floor. Sunbeam by Product Types. David Marcus said he has an electronic copy of the manual. You should also know that in 2000, Sunbeam went on a major licensing campaign to license outside companies to manufacture products using the Sunbeam name, and as you already know, this strategy has caused some good and some bad experiences consumers who have depended on the Sunbeam name for quality and good customer support after the sale. No problems at all until 2 handles snapped in the last 3 days. If your water cooler connects to a tap in the wall, disconnect that. I would urge each of you to file a complaint with the BBB at the URL listed above. I got an extra lid, drilled a 1' hole in it. In respect of replacement taps if you live in North America you will be offered two choices of shipment, the lower cost has no tracking number so if it is not delivered we cannot do anything, the risk is with you however we do have proof of postage. They are cheaper than the replacement parts from elite classics, and apparently better made and will last longer. It happens very often. and the hot water only trcikles out. Thank you! My red hot water knob has broken, I noticed a lot of complaints about the knobs. Thanks. We have 7 tips to help you, and one of them is free. If that fails I was thinking of rigging (more glue) a popsicle stick to the top of it. She took an order on my visa card for $7.00 and said they have to tell you 4-6 weeks, but it could be a week or a little more through US mail. The refrigerant is a solution that is responsible for removing heat from the water, allowing it to cool properly. There is a flat disc that you turn counter clockwise. $131.99 reg $299.99. Evidently no problem now with backorders. Parts Lists, Photos, Diagrams and Owners manuals. The time you spend writing your complaints hereyou can call customer service! Mine has a warped gasket, probably from the heat in the hot water compartment. Why didn't we realize then that we were buying a lemon? Then came to realize that even thought I only used it for three weeks while on summer holidays I had made the mistake of buying it in the winter and now the warrenty has expired. i'm assuming that it warps due to the heat. Calling Sunbeam service is a joke! Also the water only drips out. At least we weren't the only ones. My problem is we have a Sunbeam water tank on the unit that has filters, so we just add water, but i can't find any replacement filters. II. I finely found a pdf file of the manual for model YLr2-5-87h3 water dispenser.if anyone needs it contact me at shetazgeo1@rcn.com If anyone know where i can get a replacement part for this model i need the plastic part that bottle sets in has nob thing on it that the casket attaches to mine is warped, The model number for my Sunbeam water dispenser is: YLR2-5-90CH3. The damage is probably the hot water section or canister which has the top seam broken and or misshapen from ice expansion. It seems the broken hot water lever is the norm. I got 1 set of red and 2 white. Says nothing in the manual about cleaning it. we will not be buying another sunbeam. Precautions: 1. They do not carry any child proof ones except the hot water, and when I went to but them I was told that the only people that carry them were a company called elite classics. I have ordered replacement parts nozzles for my Sunbeam cooler in December 2004. Thank you. Chris. I have 2 knobs that have broken. That should hold me till I get a part ordered. When I fill the bottles I wrap some plastic wrap around the top and invert it quickly (no rubber band) while holding the wrap and the plastic gets punctured every time. Burt. Is it possible to get a replacement part? I am sorry but all the old comments left here (about 100+) were lost in a server crash. I have a Word Doc tif file of the Sunbeam H20 Water cooler manual that some of you are looking for. The shaft is white, and you get all three-color faucets. The unit must have gotten angry about the move and now produces no cold water. This troubleshooting process took about 4 weeks of 10 minutes here and 20 minutes there. The red one is more of a problem. For the first year, you return the cooler to the place of purchase and supposedly a repair will take place. You can buy cleaning kits at Water Depot, or just use a strong solution of baking soda and water. They might even be willing to replace the water cooler entirely. Anyone who knows how to use this jug, please email me. What are the names of the third leaders called? I have eight of these. We just bought this unit and only one of the taps work and can't figure out how to use the filtration jug without it leaking. If you're looking to purchase a new water cooler, DO NOT BUY THE SUNBEAM. How come they don't list this crap on their website? we have a sunbeam model ylr2-5-87h3 and the cold water stopped running cold. My "casket" is badly warped now, too. I too have had both the hot and cold handles recently break. Mornings are busier than afternoons and Wednesday and Thursday are slowest and you might not wait at all!! AMAZING. My unit will not give me chilled water after being in service for a year. THIS WILL SLOW DOWN THE FLOW UNTIL IT IS OVER THE COOLER. Do the same with the new one from crystal mountain. If you have a leaking bottle, all you have to do is remove it, empty it and dispose of it before installing a new one on the cooler. Hope this helps. AFTER WASTING OVER $100, HOURS OF SETTING IT UP AND FLUSHING IT OUT TWICE AND PUTTING IT BACK TOGETHER AND NOT TO MENTION WAITING ON HOLD FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR SEVERAL MINUTES I WOULD HAVE TO SAY THIS COMPANY IS RIDICULOUS AND SOMETHING SHOULD BE DONE. It also has always leaked out the bottom, even if the defrost water was mopped up frm the inside. Also I have no idea how to put the thing back together Help!!!! If you work with a water supply company and have jugs of water delivered regularly, that company might be obligated to replace or repair your water cooler for you. Sunbeam YLR2-5-87H3, I recently purchased a Sunbeam Water Dispenser. FAILURE: The hot water unit was staying on, and overheating the top of the water cooler. and i also kept my reciept as most people do when they purchase items over 60$. person to choose the right temperature for himself/herself. Have been reading comments and empathizing. Ours has a small fridge at the bottom and it is nothing but a pain in the neck. Then when the bottle is installed, the "plastic prong" that sticks up inside the water cooler pushes the ball down, allowing the water to flow again. I got excellent service. If the circuit breaker has been tripped, flip it back the right way. Allow the dispenser to fill with water from the bottle. Anyway recently the red hot water tap or handle if you like broke and we need a new one. they want to know if I had the ext. They wanted $22.50 to ship them to me. If anybody has any xtras. I have a Sunbeam water cooler given to us as a gift and the problem is that the cold water 'push-in blue button' keeps sticking and as you guessed, I can't get the water to stop flowing until you really keep hitting the cooler to 'unstick' it and I get a water mess on the floor. In this filter/chiller unit, there is a thermoelectric chilling module under the water tank. Grocery Clothing, Shoes & Accessories Baby Home Furniture Kitchen & Dining Outdoor Living & Garden Toys Electronics Video Games Movies, Music & Books Sports & Outdoors Beauty Personal Care Health Pets Household Essentials Arts, Crafts & Sewing School & Office Supplies Party Supplies Luggage Gift Ideas Gift . They sell filtered water, as well as several lines of water coolers. SOME ARE INTERCHANGEABLE, THE PLASTIC GETS A BRAIDED FROM THE CONSTANT ON OFF. Recurring iceberg in refrigerator - check. Is out there a site where we can get the knobs for this sunbeam coller besides the number on the back of it ????? It stopped the leak, but now I have no room temp water. Very hot and cold water. We have been waiting for almost six month now for our replacement taps.we have switched the hot and cold taps and jury rigged them as best we can, but they finally gave up today. It seems that there should be a soft plastic cover with a rubber opening to make it easier to replace the jug. Heating a room with high ceilings comes with some challenges. Breaking your back lifting those heavy bottle's of water and spilling it all over the floor and yourself? We have one in our office (as above with hot, cold & room temp). My sunbeam water cooler is only a year old and will not release water from the cold water spout. If the bottle isn't the source of the leak, you'll need to use some alternative methods for fixing it. The weight of the filled bottle will forced the small cap on the inverted post off and the bottle will fall in place with no spilling. Water Boy recommends trying to tighten the spout first. If you have a leaking bottle, all you have to do is remove it, empty it and dispose of it before installing a new one on the cooler. I am scared as to the effects it can have with everyone in the house. Great customer servicenot. http://www.freshwatersystems.com/c-431-water-cooler-faucets.aspx, Hi all Well the company Elite called me just as Sunbeam said. If they are not enough to fix the issue, you might want to reach out to a professional who can help you. Apparently Sunbeam's biggest fault in this WATERCOOLER FIASCO is allowing someone else to use their Registered Trademark Name, (Sunbeam) These Water coolers are NOT Sunbeam's. Futhermore, I think you will find the lack of consumer confidence in your brandname. If you are having a difficult time identifying the source of the leak, you might want to reach out to a professional contractor who can help you. Technical support (ha) gave us a process to reset thermostat, blah blah, never worked. Of course, the warranty expred in March, but let's say it had happened before then? called the 800# they said its normal and to use vinegar and hot water and to flush it out. wow, sorry everyone has so much trouble with their coolers..I've had mine for years without any issues at all. 4. My resolve: Not to buy anything with Sunbeam on it again. the water taps on water dispenser broke.Can you please tell me where can I buy new ones for Rinse the dispenser. What is the setting The Virgin by Kerima Polotan Tuvera? So for those of you who have a problem with leaks, you might want to check that there is nothing loose within your cooler. After reading all your comments, feel perfectly justified in trashing this unit. Hot water knob broke off.. sound familiar? I purchased a Sunbeam Water Cooler as well. The metal taste cannot be from mold or not cleaning the unit. water cooler might not be working properly, make sure the circuit breaker has not been tripped. Give it a wipe down, it will neeed it! Sam, I have the same cooler you have with the same problem. I was given a Sunbeam customer service phone number, that I am hopeful will be my solution to my broken handles. I haven't tryed it out yet(not sure if I should) I don't see any beefs about this type of model, but see all kinds of problems with other types of coolers. I would like to know when this part will be shipped and would like a rebate of my bill. so,.. i check every time the bottles and take only a bottle that looks very clean without scratches on the bottom till i have time to go to buy a new machine. You pay postage, you can have em. We are buying a different brand this week, I'm tired of waiting. Use vinegar and water to clean your Sunbeam HotShot one-cup water dispenser as well. This usually does the trick. The cold water canister developed a leak and is not fixable; I tried several times. After reading the posts on here, I am convinced that it's not worth my time to get this Sunbeam repaired. A water cooler is probably one of the most common appliances you use in your home. No. Thanks for posting bottle opener tip, I'll try that. Model # YL2-27CH2. 1175 Place D U Srere Andre It ruined my area rug which was under my kitchen table and I am sick! I noticed the manual has a wiring diagram which is slightly inaccurate, but close enough for trouble shooting. Help!!! Im sure this is how the knob broke when someone forced it to dispence water when the safty lever wasnt properly lifted, but like I said, it is a pain in the ass to operate and is very stiff and gets hung up all the time. Does anyone know where to get them cheaper? If none occur, you know that the first bottle is the culprit. the machine itself is not build to keep up with this higher waterpressure now and will start leaking as long there is water in the bottle. Has anyone had any luck with the 877 number from the back of the product manual? Wear a clean rubber glove when working inside the tub!!! I am looking for replasement filter for my system Model # YLO. Sumbeam does not deal with the water coolers. In the meantime: Other than this, we have had very good luck with this unit. those of us who have experienced the marval of technology provided us in the sunbeam water cooler should know these simple facts; Having done that, you should turn off the switches at the back of your water cooler. I need to replace it, how much will it coast also my inside tank has warped a little but it hasn t leaked . I've had the cooler less than two monthsthere I was sitting in the living room watching TV relaxing and next thing I know the water is pouring down the hallway to the front door,running under the kitchen cabinets and into the basement. Today however I did go to my local water supplier shop and DID find valves. Sunbeam is a company that manufactures products for your kitchen, bedroom and general health. I will tell you what I decided to do. Does anyone know where I can find replacement filters online? I was billed $20 from Elite Group Inc. on Aug. 18, 2005. Other than my lack of cleaning it seems to work fine and I like the push buttons as my 16 month daughter isn't strong enough to push them in. Since the schmatic was slightly inaccurate I was unable to determine if the failed conponetnt was the low range 85 Degree C. or high range 95 Degree C thermostat. The hot water works but the dispensing knob is broken. A worn-down moisture barrier will need to be replaced. Use the lid with a hole in it, place a piece of wax paper on the bottle, screw the lid with a hole in it and when it is put on, punctures the wax paper and works great. She said to put this info. He is well known & respected for his expertise in the search marketing industry. These work off a vacumm to keep the water in the bottle. I even looked on line under sunbeam couldnt find mine. She kindly replied.."that is your prerogative"yes it is! Sunbeam Water Dispenser Parts Ylr2-5-87H3 SUNBEAM WATER COOLER YLR2 5:SUNBEAM WATER COOLER YLR2 5-97HZL2|SUNBEAM More information IT ONLY TOOK 8 MONTHS TO RECEIVE THEM!!!!. I hope this solves your problem. I am going down to a local water cooler store (Ayer, MA) and see if they can get me one of those ball valve caps that others have written about earlier in the blog. This one is about a water cooler that does not cool the water. i think Sunbeam haven't fixed the problem because i notice, on this new casket, it's starting to shape or warp. I brought a sunbeam two years ago . This person was much better. (Even after I was told that there service sucked) I bought it for our trailer for camping. Do not buy Sunbeam product would be my answer. After reading all your posts about leakage, and mine has also leaked, I am just going to throw the thing in the trash and say good bye to Sunbeam. To do a reset, drain a few cups of water out of both the hot and cold sides of the water cooler. Your response is greatly appreciated. Every 60-days perform a thoughrough cleaning. I ordered extras so I wouldn't have to go thru this all over again in the near future. fill your system with it and let it sit 5 minutes then flush 4 times after with clean water. I believe I have a leak from my main cold water tank or stainless line from the cold tank going to the hot tank. Sohere's the number to at least initiate your request. - I totally agree with what you're saying. We had our hot water turned off and had no problems. Thanks to everyone for all their gripes and fixes. I finally found a suitable, readily available solution to the broken red hot water handle, after experiencing 2 on my Aquatrend by Culligan (identical to the Sunbeam unit. my white knob broke and when the hot ware is on my cold ware is hot too! We keep calling to order a new one and they keep telling us they are out of stock and to call back. i pointed this out to the representative who was fresh enough to tell me "that's only your opinion". I have two to give away. Sometimes, they stop working if the filter has not been changed properly. the company i purchased it from sent me a confirmation that it was on it's way about a month or two ago. I had no idea until today how many people were having problems. The Sunbeam Water Coolers are not manufactured by Sunbeam, but rather by Elite Classics. You all say that you found an answer i have broken nozels WHAT IS THE NUMBER OR WEB SITE??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Sunbeam Water Dispenser YLR-2-5-87H3. Mikey T you should not have been quoted $22.50 for a tap, the agent must have made a mistake, please try calling again. Also does anyone know if you can disable the frig and use it as storage instead. Plug your Sunbeam water dispenser into an electrical outlet and use any of the included water temperature settings. As others mentioned here the water tasted like plastic or a hint of some sort of industrial oil. Then, we took it upon ourselves to put together a comprehensive guide you can follow to figure out how to get your water cooler working again. If the filter is completely full, the water cooler might not be working properly. Well, I bought the cheapo Sunbeam model with no hot water or fridge from Home Depot. Hello, I need to purchase the knob for my water cooler. Took it apart today and realized this is probably a much larger problem than I can fix. I'm sure there are sources for replacement parts as well as manuals to download. Keep your water cooler in an area that has a moderate temperature, not too cold or hot. Posted by: Nolita at October 27, 2005 01:47 PM. Additionally, this water cooler also has filters which make the. They said they would ship out a replacement. Does anybody have a number to contact them? So check your bottle for leaks. The cost does vary depending on the method of shipment you select but a single tap will cost significantly less than that. http://www.newsome.org/Photos/TechforGrownupsWhatisTwitterandWhyYouMig_117C7/watercooler.jpg,http://www.watercoolerproducts.com/images/bluetomlinsonsidassembled.jpg. She was the manager of Home Decor for Home Depot for 4 years. On the top of the cooling basket there is a small hole to supply the leaking hot wter heater. Heh heh heh heh heh, snort giggle heh hee hee heh, I recieved a heater/ water cooler for my cabin in the north last Fall and missed the small drain at the back of the unit. > warranty on it is 2 years so no more warranty > for us. Repeat two or three times, then taste the water. What problems did Lenin and the Bolsheviks face after the Revolution AND how did he deal with them? Al. How come we can't sue Sunbeam? Remember that you need to unplug the unit, switch it off, and remove the parts carefully. > 3. I am calling a dozen 800#s to get it replaced and clean up the mess, I am still on hold now. For such cheap money I just took the chance and ordered. sorry about that. I am trying to get the front face off after I removed the handles/valves. My new cooler has BAD (Plastic) Taste. Unfortunate, since most of their actual products are good. temperatures at the surface. Does Jerry Seinfeld have Parkinson's disease? I know these instructions aren't the greatest but if you can get rid of the air lock, the water comes out good. Does it go away? Unit is a Sunbeam Model YLR2-5-90H23. If you are getting cold water not hot then the heater unit is burnt. We have a model #YLR2-5-87H3. We drink tons of water, it was working great, and we loved it. I need knob for the cold water all of them is broken could you tell me how can i get replecement. Mine just broke after about 18 months. The manager called the 877 number and they say: no, customer should not bring it back to Home Depot. I've seen where some poeple have ordered the replacemnet valves from other sources, EBay & Fresh water systems, but nobody really has posted any results with these whether bad or good. I presently have a Sunbeam water cooler with the hot water tap option. Contact me at k6862wj8@earthlink.net BE CAREFULL IF YOU DONT PURCHASE THE RECCOMENDED PART AS IT COULD INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY, surprise surprise I also have a leaky water cooler. the hot water knob broke off our cooler. Barry. Option 1 - Check that your water cooler is plugged in at the wall socket and that the mains power is turned on (a surprisingly common cause). My knobs on the cooler broker off, do you know where i can purchase the new knobs (parts). You get the idea. A bad heating element and overheating could be to blame. 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