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How to Identify and Fix Common Vacuum Problems ?
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Check For Clogs or Blocks In The Vacuum
Check the hoses, the filters, and throughout the vacuum, and clean out any blockages or clogs. Vacuums will likely also have a recommended cooldown time to ensure that the vacuum won`t overheat. You will need to wait for that time before you turn the vacuum back on.
A damaged vacuum hose, clogged motor air filter or bad suction motor can cause the vacuum cleaner to shut off during use. A tripped overload on the vacuum suction motor can shut off the vacuum cleaner during use. If your vacuum has a reset button, push it; if the vacuum seems hot, let it cool off first.
VACUUMING. Q: What is the N/D pedal on the back of the Kirby for? A: This is your Neutral/Drive pedal. When you are vacuuming or using the carpet shampooer in the upright position, push down the Drive (D) pedal.
Factors may include having a bad motor, incompatible pump applications or poor ventilation. Constant overheating may indicate a malfunction.
The most common problems found in vacuum cleaners are low suction force, excessive noise, burning smell, vacuum not turn on, and overheating. These issues can be fixed by either cleaning the device or replacing some parts of the device. At times, it is best to seek a professional to fix the cleaner effectively.
Kirby vacuum cleaners are made of die cast aluminum where most other vacuums are made of plastic. This makes the Kirby vacuum more durable than other model on the market. This is why the average lifespan of a Kirby is over 30 years.
Kirby vacuum prices are higher than many vacuums found at big-box stores, but that`s because Kirby vacuums are made of durable materials that will last for years. Why replace an inexpensive vacuum over and over again when you can purchase a Kirby vacuum? This complete home cleaning system that will last for a lifetime.
Overheated Motor
If your vacuum was working fine and then suddenly shut off, it may have overheated. Most vacuums are equipped with a thermal protector safety switch that won`t allow the motor to run when it becomes overheated. You will need to wait for 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your machine, to try again.
Remove the brushroll and clean all hair, string, and lint from the brushroll bearings. If the vacuum cleaner brush still doesn`t spin after you clean the brushroll, consider replacing the brushroll.
Overheated Motor
If your vacuum was working fine and then suddenly shut off, it may have overheated. Most vacuums are equipped with a thermal protector safety switch that won`t allow the motor to run when it becomes overheated. You will need to wait for 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your machine, to try again.
If the filter bag or canister is too full, it cannot pick up any additional particles and will simply jam or the motor will overheat and shut down. So, when you suspect your unit is about 75 per cent full, empty it! Don`t wait until it`s packed to the brim, clean it out and prevent the breakdown.
Relevant Questions and Answers :
the most relevant questions and answers related to your specific issue
Kirby Sentria I bought my kirby sentria just before we were to move house and although I have the instructions somewhere, they will be boxed up and I so want to clean the carpets before I move. Problem is that I don’t know whether the belt should be on or off when using the big silver front with the Kirby insignia on it. I know that the green light should come on when it is working properly and it does not, so I am doing something wrong. I can attach the attachments no problem but I want to use
ANSWER : If the green light is off, then its time to replace the band. This video shows you how.
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Electrical My Kirby Ultimate G won’t turn on when it is supposed to, sometimes it will and sometimes it won’t …also I see greenish blue sparks in the machine where the handle attaches to the motor when it is on. As a side note, the shampoo attachment won’t make suds anymore.
ANSWER : .PROBLEM: THE KIRBY WILL NOT TURN ON AT ALL
.POSSIBLE CAUSES:
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.Please note……The Kirby has TWO safety switches that need to be engaged before it will operate. One is on the fan case in the front. It is activated by having an attachment attached to the front. (hose, power nozzle, etc.) .The other switch is on the side of the Kirby where the cloth bag attaches and is engaged by the little tab that sticks out from the side of the hard plastic cloth bag “boot”. The bag boot MUST be completely engaged to activate the safety switch and allow the Kirby to power on. If you are having trouble getting the bag to properly engage, (sometimes they are STUBBORN) simply lubricate the black gasket that the boot fits onto with gasket lubricator, VASELINE, or try a tiny drop of DISHWASHING DETERGENT or HAND CREAM. It doesn’t take much, so use the smallest amount possible to get the desired effect. You should hear a slight “pop” when the bag completely engages.
.If neither of these things are indicated, it is probably again, either the power cord, switch or the carbon brushes.
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.If your Kirby is sparking there are a few causes…
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.PROBABLE CAUSE (MOTOR): Worn out carbon brushes, bad armature or perhaps BOTH
.PROBABLE CAUSE (CORD): The cord has a short in it. Replace the power cord
.PROBABLE CAUSE (POWER NOZZLE): There is something metallic stuck in the fan or power nozzle
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.I think you have a problem with the carbon brushes and amature because of where you describe seeing the sparks. I would suggest taking it to an authorized dealer for repair if it is the motor that is going bad.
.POSSIBLE CAUSES:
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.Please note……The Kirby has TWO safety switches that need to be engaged before it will operate. One is on the fan case in the front. It is activated by having an attachment attached to the front. (hose, power nozzle, etc.) .The other switch is on the side of the Kirby where the cloth bag attaches and is engaged by the little tab that sticks out from the side of the hard plastic cloth bag “boot”. The bag boot MUST be completely engaged to activate the safety switch and allow the Kirby to power on. If you are having trouble getting the bag to properly engage, (sometimes they are STUBBORN) simply lubricate the black gasket that the boot fits onto with gasket lubricator, VASELINE, or try a tiny drop of DISHWASHING DETERGENT or HAND CREAM. It doesn’t take much, so use the smallest amount possible to get the desired effect. You should hear a slight “pop” when the bag completely engages.
.If neither of these things are indicated, it is probably again, either the power cord, switch or the carbon brushes.
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.If your Kirby is sparking there are a few causes…
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.PROBABLE CAUSE (MOTOR): Worn out carbon brushes, bad armature or perhaps BOTH
.PROBABLE CAUSE (CORD): The cord has a short in it. Replace the power cord
.PROBABLE CAUSE (POWER NOZZLE): There is something metallic stuck in the fan or power nozzle
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.I think you have a problem with the carbon brushes and amature because of where you describe seeing the sparks. I would suggest taking it to an authorized dealer for repair if it is the motor that is going bad.
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Kirby Manual I can’t find my manual and I need to know how to use the handheld shampooer part of my Kirby. It is the Kirby Sentria. Can you halp? Thanks~ Naomi
I have Kirby sentria that shuts off while using the rug attachment and won’t start until I change to the hose attachment. I have had it in Kirby repair store 5 times, cord replaced. Took it back t
ANSWER : *power cord
.*power switch
.but most likely it is the black switches on the fan shroud. These are the safety switches that prevent the vacuum from turning on.
.*power switch
.but most likely it is the black switches on the fan shroud. These are the safety switches that prevent the vacuum from turning on.
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Dyson DC07 bin trapdoor won’t stay closed: The small plastic piece on the tip of the center rod on the cylone assembly broke off, so my trap door won’t stay closed. Any idea how to find just that part, so I don’t have to replace the entire cylone part?
ANSWER : You can buy that part here: Dyson DC07 Spares
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Power button won’t stay on. If I hold it down, it sucks fine, but it won’t stay pushed down.
ANSWER : Bad switch
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On button won’t stay depressed. when pushed to on, the vaccuum goes on but won’t stay on unless button is held down.
ANSWER : Needs a new on/off switch. You can order one from an appliance parts store, and replace it yourself or take it to a shop.
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Handle on kirby ultimate g won’t stay upright
ANSWER : Just take the handle off, rermove the 2 screws on the front of the cover, remove the plastic piece on the back of the top, then remove the 2 screws and the top cover will come off. There are 2 screws holding the handle pivot on, remove those. Install the new pivot making sure that it alines with the transmissing on the left side, re-install the 2 screws and make sure they are tight. Then put the rest back together.
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