Dyson DC14 Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum

How to Identify and Fix Common Vacuum Problems ?

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Most cases of a jammed or stuck brush bar are quick and easy to fix, simply pulling the debris gently from the brush bar. Alternatively, if you need to clear a problematic blockage, you can take the brush bar out of the housing easily, for quick maintenance.
The brush bar on your vacuum performs a key role in its cleaning performance. The rotary brush in the cleaner head of your Dyson V7 spins at high speeds and helps to beat and dislodge the dirt out of your carpets.
Our machines are engineered with six layers of advanced whole machine filtration, which means that we capture 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. Our fully sealed system keeps dust in the machine, drawing the airflow through all six layers of filtration, expelling cleaner air into your home.
To reset the Brush bar press the Brush bar control button twice or switch the machine off and back on. Please note: In normal use, the Brush bar automatically turns off when the machine is upright and automatically turns on when the machine is in the vacuuming position.
A Dyson vacuum cleaner has a lifespan of around 10 years. This is considerably longer than most other vacuums. So, if you`re looking for a high-quality vacuum cleaner that will last you for a long time, a Dyson could be a good choice. However, remember that Dyson vacuums are expensive.
The Dyson Airwrap™ styler harnesses an aerodynamic phenomenon called the Coanda effect, propelled by the Dyson digital motor V9. It attracts hair to the surface of the brush, propelling air along the hair strands. Styling with air, not extreme heat.
1. Motorized Brush Head. Sometimes called the “power nozzle,” this large attachment has a rotating brush to clean carpets more like an upright.
If you checked your brush roll, floor setting, and belt but your brush roll is still not spinning, that means you probably need a Shark micro switch replacement. This small switch tells the vacuums brush when to start spinning.
Bagless Vacuum Cleaners

No need to worry about keeping bags on hand or where to find more. There is no extra expense for buying bags. If your bagless vacuum has a clear cylinder or tray, it`s cool to actually see all of the dust and dirt particles swirling around in the dust cylinder under high pressure.

Removes dust, dirt and allergens from mattresses and upholstery. Engineered to fit Dyson V15 Detect™, Outsize, V11™ and Cyclone V10™ vacuums.
Brush Head Bearings Are Clogged or Have Failed

These are symptoms of bad or dirty bearings. You should remove the brush roll or rolls from the vacuum. Check to see that the bearings at the end of the brush roll allow it to spin freely. Make sure that there is no hair trapped in the bearings.

A blockage in the machine, causing a reduction in airflow. A blockage in the head, causing it to stutter in use. An issue with the electrical pins, either in the wand or floor tool.
The Vacuum will not Stand Upright

Locate the u-bend cover, press the yellow release button, and look for any possible blockages. These blockages may be preventing the machine from locking in its upright position as well as reclining when already locked. See below link for visual guides.

Relevant Questions and Answers :

the most relevant questions and answers related to your specific issue

Dyson vacuum turned off while vacuuming – Dyson DC07 Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Hi There,
Assuming if you leave it for an hour and come back to it that it works again you have an airflow issue. This machine will cut out if the motor gets too hot. The likely causes are 1. Filters – take them out and give a good clean once dry you can try them again. 2. Blockage – Remove your u-bend and the blockage removal access check for an obstruction.3. Radix assembly is blocked. I will post a link to a YouTube video showing how to address this as it is a bit more difficult.
If your machine wont turn back on after a rest then your options are 1. Cord problem (most likely)2. Switch (unlikely)3. Motor

I have a video for just about all these problems on my youtube channel under VacuumSpot or VacuumSmart. If this is a step in the right direction please lay a thumbs up on the videos 🙂

If you need parts for your dyson in Australia check out VacuumSpot

Dyson dc14 brushes not turning – Dyson DC14 Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Hi there, it’s Jack at Dyson.

I’m sorry to hear your DC14’s brush bar isn’t rotating. This could just mean that the brush control is set to ‘Hard floors’ rather than ‘Carpets’. To check for this, please take a look at our Support guide:

http://www.dyson.co.uk/support/dc14/dc14-all-floors/my-machine-is-not-working/i-can-see-something-wrong-visual/i-can-see-something-wrong-visual/my-brushbar-is-not-rotating2/does-the-brushbar-turn-with-the-power-on

If you’d like further advice after running through these checks, you can reach our freephone customer Helpline on 0800 298 0298 (UK), or 1-866-693-9766 (US).

Best wishes,

Jack
Dyson Online Customer Support
http://www.dyson.com

The brush wont turn on my dyson DC 14 – Dyson DC14 Animal Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Sounds. as if you need to replace the brush belt.

Jim

Let me know if this helps.

Infinity Vaccum by Shark, model number NV31COS, will not start. The vacuum was running just fine until it grabbed the edge of a curtain. Turned it off to release the suction. Turned it back on and was working fine. About a minute later the vacuum was making an odd noise. Every 2 seconds or so it would “heave” (lack of a better word) then go away, then come back and so on. Turned the vacuum off and checked for blockage, none that could be seen or felt, and now the vacuum won’t turn. Any suggestio
ANSWER : Carpet brush won’t turn when vac on

Belt won't turn on my dyson – Dyson DC14 All floors Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Either the belt is burnt stretched! broken or the roller has debrise’ around the bearing ends and got it stuck

How do I replace the brush on my dyson dc14 – Dyson DC14 Animal Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Hi its Darran at Dyson.

If your DC14 has a brush control, we would only recommend that a suitably trained person attempts to replace the brush bar.

We can arrange a repair so that one of our engineers can replace this for you, and as part of the repair they would be able to look at any other issues you may be having with your machine.

If you would like to discuss your options, please contact us on 0800 298 0298 (UK) or 1866MYDYSON (US).

Kind regards
Darran
Dyson Customer Service

Replacing clutch drive belt dyson dc14 – Dyson DC14 Animal Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Chris,
.I am just trying to find an owners manual, but I can not find one anywhere. Your link did not work. Can you help with another link?

Roller does not turn – Dyson DC14 Bagless Upright Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : It sounds as though you need to replace the drive belt. The necessary part is available from http://www.espares.co.uk/dyson/dc04/p/1086/716/4. Fitting it is tricky, but guidance is available from http://www.dysonmedic.com/DC04%20Folder/DC04%20belt%20change.html