Dyson DC25 All Floors Bagless Upright Vacuum

How to Identify and Fix Common Vacuum Problems ?

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First, make sure that the release button isn`t obstructed in any way. If something is blocking that bin release, you should be able to remove it. If the release is still stuck, try pressing and holding that release for a few seconds. Sometimes the release just needs a little help or a bit more force to get started.
First, make sure that the release button isn`t obstructed in any way. If something is blocking that bin release, you should be able to remove it. If the release is still stuck, try pressing and holding that release for a few seconds. Sometimes the release just needs a little help or a bit more force to get started.

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I cleaned out my brush in the bottom front, cleaned out the small tubing going into the canister, and the canister itself. I also changed the filter.I snapped everything back into place, but Since then, it doesn’t seem to have any suction and there seems to be a space between the canister and the bottom of the vacumm where the canister sits. At that area, you can feel air coming out when trying to vacumm and it just doesn’t pick up, it seems to be just blowing stuff around.
ANSWER : You need to really look at it some thing is out of line you shooed not have
.any spaces in the top or bottom
.pull the canister back out and look at the pins that you lined up with the
.top and the canister you might have missed arrows that need to be lined
.up so it fits tightly in its holder
.ive had the same problem with my hover mach5
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.i hope this helps you
.bob

I had the vacuum cleaner question about the canister and the wand/powerhead… the Kenmore Progressive Vacuum canister model 116.25812 and the canister not powering off without unplugging the vacuum. The solution I received that they both run on their own switch so it is normal makes sense. However, is there a power switch on the canister anywhere? The only way for the canister to be turned off is by unplugging it. Any ideas? One would think there would be a switch. I am new to fixya and hope
ANSWER : Hi. On some models, one switch controls all of the power. Your issue, which is no working switch is almost certainly a blown triac on the circuit board in the canister – kenmore part number KC86WBZRZ000

Looks like a common fault with this particular model judging by the number of complaints on the web.
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.Take it to your local vacuum repair shop and they should be able to fix it for a nominal fee.

Canister problem When I lift the canister off to empty it, the flap at the bottom swings open, depositing 3 dog’s worth of hair on my foot! The flap won’t stay closed – even after I cleaned off the seal. HELP ME! Please.
ANSWER : Check that the plastic piece isn’t broken. I had to replace my canister once because the little detent where the clip holds the base down was bent out of shape. It’s too fragile to bend…just replace it.

My dyson seems to have lost its suction therefore is not picking up anything yet i have found that when my dyson is standing upright it has a little more suction but nothing like how it use to work. This has only happend in the last 2 weeks. I sanded a floor & though the sander picked up majority of the dust i did use the dyson to pick up the excess and it is since then that my dyson has not been working to its full potential.
ANSWER : Hi there,
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.Sorry to hear you’re having a problem with your DC07. You should be able to resolve the issue by following these simple steps: http://www.dyson.co.uk/support/help.asp?article=1940&product=DC07-SY
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.If you’re still experiencing difficulties, please get in touch with us, free, on 08002980298 (UK), or 1866MYDYSON (US), so we can run through some checks over the phone.
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.Kind regards,
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.Jack
.Dyson Customer Service

My Dyson DC14 Animal doesn’t have the suction it used to. The piece in the back on the bottom – a flap it appears – stays open now, causing the machine to make a louder noise than usual. At first, if I put my hand on the flap opening it would close, allowing for normal suction. Now, it stays “open” permanently”, causing the loss of suction.
ANSWER : Hi its Darran at Dyson.

Having had a look at a DC14 here, I am unsure as to the part you are referring to. So that we can help you further, please contact our Helpline free on 0800 298 0298, between the hours of 7am – 10pm, 7 days a week.

Please have your machine with you when calling.

Kind regards
Darran
Customer Liaison

My dyson DC07 animal does not have the suction it once had I saw a dyson program that showed a filter in the top of the canister I was just aware of the filter around the wheel. Is there one on top of the canister and how do you get to it
ANSWER : Hi
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.The DC04 Dyson has a filter at the top, but the DC07 has one at the side on the bottom and one underneath the cylender.
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.Take all the parts off your dyson and throw them in the washing machine and then put them back together

When we turn on the vacuum, the canister falls open. The clips holding the canister in place do not seem to hold the canister tightly which I’m sure that it did in the past. The clips do not look bent, but every time we turn on the vacuum the intense pressure blows the canister open only remaining attached the the rest of the vacuum by one clip
ANSWER : Check filter and make sure it is kept clean at regular intervals. Possibly worn out clip retainers on cannister side due to excessive pressure build up. Do not force closure unless pressure is back to normal. May crack cannister or damage unit beyond repair.

No suction on my Dyson canister vacuum. – Dyson DC08 Cylinder Bagless Canister Cyclonic Vacuum
ANSWER : Hey,
I see this problem is more frequent..
I’m guessing your dyson ‘sounds’ blocked.
See my solution:
http://www.fixya.com/support/t4547920-loss_suction
This fixed mine right up.
It was not working well at ALL, so i opened it up, cleaned it all, and now it’s sucking like it was new.

GL!