Troubleshooting a Dyson Vacuum Cleaner

When James Dyson got fed up with the inefficiency of vacuum cleaners, he decided to design his own. Later over 5,000 prototypes spanning 15 decades, he scored a win in 1993 using his bagless patented cyclone high-efficiency design. Dyson costs run on the high end for vacuums, so when something goes wrong, it may have you worried about just how much it might cost to fix. But with a few troubleshooting steps, a nickel along with some basic fix-it abilities, you may have the ability to discover the issue without calling a technician.

Brush Bar Stops Turning

When the brush bar does not spin, then verify the DC14 erect’s plunger is pulled out. The newer versions of this DC14 utilize airflow to force the mini-turbine head at the bottom of this vacuum. On older versions, make certain the power switch is in the right position and the atmosphere adjusted by the foot says “Carpet,” depending on design type; otherwise, the brush bar won’t turn. Wash a stuck brush pub by unplugging the vacuum, turning it over and with a nickel to turn the fastener(s) counterclockwise to remove the only plate for at the bar. Cut away tangled hair, threads and other debris which will maintain the brush bar in spinning.

Thermal Cut-Out

Dyson vacuums are equipped with a thermal cutoff switch which powers the vacuum down if its motor becomes too hot. Clogged or dirty filters, debris-filled brush bars and air congestion can cause the motor to overheat. Unplug the unit and wait 1 hour. Verify the brush and shortcuts pub, and clean if necessary. Start looking for congestion in most suction avenues, and remove any obstructions. Plug in the vacuum and analyze it. If the vacuum does not come on, then you’re going to want the help of a professional; a thermal switch or the engine might be malfunctioning.

Dirty Filters

If the vacuum loses suction, check it’s foam filters, which must be cleaned periodically. While recommendations for cleaning are roughly every 90 days, even in a home in which you vacuum more often, with a lot of debris and dirt from loved ones and pets, then you may have to clean the foam filters in the vacuum once each month or two months. Apply cold water only to the filters, and allow them to completely dry at least overnight or for 12 hours before reinstalling them in the vacuum.

Internal Blockages

Dyson vacuums are designed so that you may get at the suction path to remove blockages. Examine the paths and remove blockages in the wand, hose, valve pipe and U-bend, as these can prevent the vacuum from working. Detach the U-bend by pressing on the button, and dump out any debris in the trash. Examine the clear container for excess debris and dirt and empty it — since this can also impact the vacuum’s purpose.

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