I have not had a single failure on the ring and pinions on the Platinum series or overheating problems. Is the unit overheating or do you have problems with debris from the floor getting in the fan and causing the overheating? You can get wheel well screens for these units to help prevent this problem. venting the side panels helps as well.
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