Diamond Ball Polisher issue...

[ChrisinNC]

If it only takes 60-90 seconds, why does the timer have such a high setting?

No clue, but probably because the timing mechanism they use when making the machine goes that high, which may be needed for different contraptions. The timer on my Bludworth cleaner goes to 5 minutes, but I only turn the dial to the 3 o'clock position, which gives it 75 seconds - which I find is plenty.

 

[realkingcobra]

If it only takes 60-90 seconds, why does the timer have such a high setting?

Because it's a standard spring loaded multi use timer.

 

[easy-e]

Because it's a standard spring loaded multi use timer.

Mine goes to 11.

 

[Donny Wessels]

A friend has temporarily loaned me his Diamond ball polisher.

I use a little (say penny to nickel sized) drop of Aramith ball cleaner on top of each ball, then set it to go.

After a few minutes the balls start to slow their spin, and often times lock up and the machine will reject the center piece (sometimes rejecting a few balls in the process).

To avoid this I have a spray bottle of water and when it starts to seize up I spray the balls to give them some lube.

Any suggestions on how to resolve this? I would have thought it should be a set it and forget it operation instead of a watch the pot boil one.

When I use the Diamond ball polisher the sprocket will come flying out every time I Aramith Ball Cleaner. I recommend the Meguirs Cleaner Wax or the Meguirs Ulitimate Quik Detailer for frequent cleaning.

 

[lfigueroa]

Because it's a standard spring loaded multi use timer.

After a few years my timer broke. I bought a replacement 5 minute timer off FleaBay. Even that's too long.

Lou Figueroa

 

[pocket]

Update

Well I went out and tried spinning a set with no product. Low and behold they spun freely without hesitation.

Couple drops of cleaner and after a few seconds they slowed, but did not freeze. Once again, less is more.

I was able to take the outside strip out (it’s velcroed on), wash it, and re install it upside down so the worn part wasn’t where the balls were.

Internet is so awesome, I got feedback from:

A: The guy who designed it.
B: The guy who originally sold it.
C: Many experienced users.

Thanks much.

 

[realkingcobra]

Just so everyone is aware, the aramith ball cleaner was not designed to be used in a ball polisher machine, it was designed for hand polishing the balls.

 

[pocket]

Just so everyone is aware, the aramith ball cleaner was not designed to be used in a ball polisher machine, it was designed for hand polishing the balls.

Curious how it would know the difference?

 

[realkingcobra]

Curious how it would know the difference?

Read the instructions, buff with a clean cloth. The aramith ball polish was builds up on the buffing surface of a ball polisher like a clay compound until it can't pack down the buffing surface anymore.

 

[Pete]

Read the instructions, buff with a clean cloth. The aramith ball polish was builds up on the buffing surface of a ball polisher like a clay compound until it can't pack down the buffing surface anymore.

What is the right product to use with a machine???

 

[lfigueroa]

I've been using the Aramith Ball Polish compound in a diamond ball polisher for years without a problem. As another poster noted, you can go a few days without polish and just give the balls a spin in the paddy wagon.

As to other products, Dan White, frequent poster here and partial science nerd, evaluated different products for polishing pool balls a few years ago, and what he found, and documented in photos, was that different products dramatically change how much the balls throw. And, if I recall his post correctly, his tests showed that the best product to polish pool balls, in the interests of consistent throw, was Aramith Ball Polish:

https://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=388405

So basically, while something like Novus1, or perhaps McGuire's, will shine your balls up nicely, it's going to change how they play and it will wear off at a rate that is also going to affect play, more so than the Aramith product, specifically developed for pool balls. YMMV.

Lou Figueroa

 

[realkingcobra]

I've been using the Aramith Ball Polish compound in a diamond ball polisher for years without a problem. As another poster noted, you can go a few days without polish and just give the balls a spin in the paddy wagon.

As to other products, Dan White, frequent poster here and partial science nerd, evaluated different products for polishing pool balls a few years ago, and what he found, and documented in photos, was that different products dramatically change how much the balls throw. And, if I recall his post correctly, his tests showed that the best product to polish pool balls, in the interests of consistent throw, was Aramith Ball Polish:

https://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=388405

So basically, while something like Novus1, or perhaps McGuire's, will shine your balls up nicely, it's going to change how they play and it will wear off at a rate that is also going to affect play, more so than the Aramith product, specifically developed for pool balls. YMMV.

Lou Figueroa

Besides building up in the polisher, the aramith cleaner also transfers build up to the use of the cushions and inside the pockets on the facings, and starts turning all the ball contact points on the cloth yellow with build up.

 

[lfigueroa]

Besides building up in the polisher, the aramith cleaner also transfers build up to the use of the cushions and inside the pockets on the facings, and starts turning all the ball contact points on the cloth yellow with build up.

As I said: I have been using Aramith Ball Cleaner, in a diamond ball polisher, for years without a problem.

I will also note that contrary to your opinion that "the aramith ball cleaner was not designed to be used in a ball polisher machine, it was designed for hand polishing the balls" the folks at Aramith believe their product will work fine with an "electric buffer." I'm guessing that's just a mis-translation from Dutch to English for "ball polisher."

Lou Figueroa

 

[cardiac kid]

The Aramith cleaner builds up in the carpet like clay and packs it down reducing the buffing ability of the machine. When I designed it, I did so for the use of the Maguires cleaner wax in a paste, just a little goes a long way. But as is, you're using way to much Aramith cleaner as it first builds up on the surface of the balls and carpet and creates a lot of friction until the ball polisher runs the excess cleaner off the balls....where so you think all that cleaner ends up at??

Hi Glen,

Accidentally poured some beer into one of the two compartments in our pool rooms Diamond ball cleaner. We're space limited so this may have happened before. Any suggestions beside changing the rotating pad?

Lyn

 

[DappleHillJim]

Sure...whatever works for you. I set my timer for 15 minutes. If it is important to you, you may run some definitive test, aiming, i guess for the least possible time. Me? I set my timer for 15 minutes.

 

[rexus31]

I use Tiger's Le Manifik Ball Cleaning Solution in my home built ball polisher. I put the balls in, turn it on and spray one fine mist onto the balls. Works perfectly.

https://www.amazon.com/Manifik-ball-cleaner-polisher-Billiards/dp/B002ZI1BYE

I've heard they have discontinued it so I'm not sure what I'll use once my supply diminishes. Most likely the Ball Star Solution.

 

[bob c]

What is the best best method to get rid of the black/brown spots left on balls from Diamond pockets?

 

[realkingcobra]

What is the best best method to get rid of the black/brown spots left on balls from Diamond pockets?

Hand sanitizer

 

[K2Kraze]

What is the best best method to get rid of the black/brown spots left on balls from Diamond pockets?

Aramith Billiard Ball Cleaner

- perhaps use the hand sanitizer (on your hands only) after you clean the ball

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[realkingcobra]

Hi Glen,

Accidentally poured some beer into one of the two compartments in our pool rooms Diamond ball cleaner. We're space limited so this may have happened before. Any suggestions beside changing the rotating pad?

Lyn

Replacing the carpet pas is easy.