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How to Identify and Fix Common Vacuum Problems ?

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While you have your henry bag removed, take a clean cloth and cleaning solution and wipe out your henry. You can also use a clean cloth and a mixture of hot water and lemon to wipe around your henry, helping him smell fresh; always make sure to dry your henry properly, moisture is not Henry`s friend.
If the filter is clogged, it can cause the vacuum to smell like wet dog. Pet dander can cause allergy problems too so be sure to wash your (sponge) filter or replace it frequently. It is advisable to replace the filter at least every 3 to 6 months to maintain performance and to prevent foul smell.
Henry Pet is perfect for pet owners. His HairoBrush easily picks-up stubborn pet hairs and his charcoal activated MicroFresh filter reduces lingering pet odours.
Vacuum Regularly

Carpets tend to trap pet hair and dander, which can contribute to odors in your home. The same is true for upholstered furniture such as sofas. Vacuuming regularly helps keep these particles out of your home, which can lead to reduced pet smells.

Vinegar and baking soda are two powerful household ingredients that can neutralize pet odors throughout your home. On carpets, rugs, and upholstery, sprinkle baking soda over the entire area and let it sit overnight to absorb the odor, then vacuum the surface.
yes, it`s ok to vacuum your dog! If you`re short on time or you just want to give your dog a quick once over between more thorough grooming sessions, you can hoover your dog`s coat. However, you need to introduce them to one another slowly and carefully!
Tip #4: Before using your vacuum, add a tablespoon of baking soda to the bag. If you have a bagless vacuum, sprinkle several tablespoons of baking soda directly onto the floor and vacuum it up. We use baking soda to absorb and eliminate odors in our refrigerators, so why not use it on our carpets and vacuums?
Even though vacuum cleaners are great for removing dirt and dust from your home, it is necessary to maintain them properly to keep them doing an efficient cleaning job. Dirt accumulates over time, and if not removed regularly, it results in an unpleasant odour coming from your cleaner while you are using it.
Henry Pet has the same 10m cable and 620W motor as the regular Henry, but an increased drum capacity of nine litres compared to the standard Henry, and an additional tool, the EcoBrush, to deal with stubborn pet hairs that can attach themselves to carpets and upholstery.
According to a consumer report survey, the medium lifespan for a vacuum is 8 years.
Vinegar. Vinegar is also an amazing natural cleaning option for more serious pet odors. Try using vinegar (diluted with a bit of water) in a spray bottle and spray on carpets or floors. Or use in combination with baking soda on cushions or bedding for an extra powerful, odor-eliminating punch.
Baking soda is a natural odor-absorber. Sprinkle the powder over carpets, rugs and furniture, let it sit overnight and vacuum it up the next day. Likewise, apple cider vinegar can be used with laundry detergent in your washing machine to remove smells from blankets, cushion covers, curtains and other linens.
Baking soda contains no harmful chemicals and poses no danger to children or pets unless it is ingested in large amounts.
Many (but not all) dogs hate the smell of citrus, so using citrus smells like citronella, lemongrass, lemon, and even bergamot can repel some dogs from an area. You can use these smells in scented candles or sprays to see if it keeps your dog away from an area where you don`t want them peeing.
Traditional household cleaning products such as vinegar, baking soda, soap, and the like seem to work at first because they eliminate some of the components of your pet`s urine. White vinegar in particular is highly alkaline, which means it can act as a deodorizer for spaces marked with dogs` urine.
You can buy commercial carpet deodorizer powders, but you can also make a simple carpet powder at home with baking soda. This household item neutralizes odor, which can make your carpet smell better. You can use plain baking soda or stir in essential oil to add a pleasing scent.
If you have furry pets, all carpets and floors should be vacuumed daily to capture dander, dust, and dirt. Rooms that receive high traffic like entryways, living areas, and kitchens may require more frequent vacuuming; while guest rooms or formal dining rooms will be fine with weekly cleaning.
Pet owners should clean carpets by vacuuming one to two times a week to keep up on loose pet hair, dander, and tracked dirt. Pet owners seeking a deeper carpet clean should shampoo carpet three to four times per year. Cleaning when the seasons change is an easy way to remember when it`s time to deep clean your carpets!
The loud noise, as well as the imposing size, of a vacuum cleaner can be very frightening for cats. They like peace and quiet and a predictable routine, and so the sudden appearance of a big, loud machine in their territory can feel very threatening, particularly if it appears to be following them from room to room.
If they perceive the vacuum as a disobedient animal, your pup may go into herding mode. Asserting this instinct to herd can lead to what appears to be an aggressive attack. Barking and chasing unruly creatures is what some dogs have been bred to do.
Wipe the inside of the canister with a dry microfiber cloth. Wash the canister in the sink with warm soapy water. Rinse away all soap suds. Let the canister dry completely before replacing it.
If an unusual smell is emitted from your Dyson vacuum, it may be due to a clogged filter. As the filter fills with dirt and debris over time, all the built-up debris begins to emit a burnt-smelling odor. Remove the filter by twisting the purple dial labeled “filter” located at the top of the vacuum.
Vacuums cleaners can smell from for various reasons; pet dander, moisture was sucked up… The most common cause is old dirt sitting stagnant in the collection chamber, bags, or filters. Vacuum bags should be changed every four to six weeks or once full.
So why is Henry Hoover so popular? Well, Numatic`s owner, Chris Duncan, put it best when he said, “it`s simple, relatively cheap, and comes out of the robust tradition of commercial rather than domestic cleaners.” Ultimately Henry is popular because he`s a great vacuum cleaner.

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Electrical Burning Smell from Henry HVR200 Vacuum Cleaner
ANSWER : Hi! Highly unlikely that you need a new motor.  Highly likely that you need new carbon brushes.  The smell is caused by excessive sparking between the worn brushes and the copper commutator segments.  Most carbon brushes (and from memory I suspect this includes Henry’s) have a copper wire buried in their last few millimeters, and you really need to change them before that becomes exposed.   The longer you run it like this, the more likely you are to damage the commutator, so change them sooner rather than later.  When you change the brushes, you can smooth off the commutator with very fine abrasive paper (the objective is to smooth it, not scratch it!), and then blow all the dust away (or **** it away if you have another vac, of course). .Incidentally, you don’t say if you are using a paper bag in your Henry. Some people, because the top-hat filter is so good, try to manage without a bag.  This is false economy!  You should always use a bag..I hope this helps! I value feedback, so please remember to rate this response.

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My numatic Hoover is brilliant but it smells what part needs changing? It’s not a burning smell, but a musky almost cabbage smell?
ANSWER : It could be the sponge filters or the dust partition that need replacing. But it might also be coming from the motor, best bet is to get it checked out.

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I’m getting a horrible sour/sweaty like smell blowing out of my Henry when vacuuming, i’ve tried to clean the filter, but its still just the same & the smell also seems to be in the head o
ANSWER : You can buy little sachets of nice smelly stuff to put inside Henry. Most supermarkets have them. Makes the carpets smell nice too.

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How to get rid of dog smell
ANSWER : I had this problem along with a clogged filter. I used the solution for clogged filter here on Fixya and the dog smell went away too. It has to do with the flange on the cylinder getting pushed up out of position. Give it a try. 

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I live in Kent UK i moved in this house a year ago now we feel quite strong dusty smell specially in two rooms upstairs we clean house on regular biases but smell is still there and we think its not a damp smell does any one have idea what that smell could be ?
ANSWER : Check your ductwork. It could be that they need to be cleaned. Also look for lady bugs because they clearly smell like dust. J.

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Bissell lift off pet revolution vacuum smells bad when I vacuum!
ANSWER : Put a BOUNCE sheet inside the filter

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Dog smell after cleaning
ANSWER : This is an inherent problem with bagless vacuums. The filter(s) will absorb odors and odors will get trapped in places that you cannot clean. This is why I always recommend bagged units. They are easier to clean and the odors go out with the bag. About the only thing you can do is put a deodorizer in the machine and keep the filter clean. Be careful not to use petroleum based deodorizers as they can affect the plastic.

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Burning smell There is a burning smell when I run my Kirby Ultimate G.  The smell seems to be coming from the belt.  I looked at the brushes and they are spinning so the belt is working.  the Post on the vacuum is getting very hot not sure if that is normal.  What is causing this?
ANSWER : Unlock the sweeper brushes and take them out. on each end is a cup bearing and should be free of debris.
then check around and under the belt and likely there is debris wrapped around it.
the post is getting hot as your pulling too much of a load.
though if it continues the motor may have a bad set of motor brushes (inside the motor) or bad wiring (kinda unlikely).

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