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I had a clog in my vacuum...it didn't seem to **** right. I ran the vacuum for a bit longer and it stopped working. I took a portion apart and notice that there was a clog that was blocking the suction tube. I removed that. When I plugged the vacuum back in, only the brush portion works, the suction does not. What could be the problem and is this a pricey repair? Thanks, Renata

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Check to make sure the wands and tubes are all put back on properly.

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  • Posted on May 22, 2007

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i can think of 2 things first do"s the clutch{ if it has one}work or is it in the off postion you can test this by lying the dyson on it"s side and turning it on but remember to push down on the bottom as if you was hoovering if the brush spins then its ok if it dosen" move then replace it second take the bucket off and remove the bin tune it upside down and see if it is blocked if so the best way to clean it is to sit it upside down and put a hose pipe in then just wait till the water runs clean hope this is some use to you

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  • Posted on Dec 19, 2007

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Might be the hepa filter needs cleaning? This is located in the housing on the side of the cleaner at the bottom (see your manual to find it). It is a big spongy ring which Dyson say you should remove once a month and wash in warm water. Dry off and replace in cleaner when completely dry. I've found this works and the suction is like that of a new machine!

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 24, 2008

SOURCE: brush and belt no longer rotating

My vacuum does not have suction and the belt is no longer turning the brush

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Apr 21, 2009

SOURCE: There is no suction to the floor sweeper. The

Sounds like you have two separate problems here.  If the brush bar does not rotate, probably the belt is broken. This is easily replaced, but you need to be precise about which model you've got so you get the right belt.
Loss of suction is due either to a blockage or, quite often, to a split in the short length of clear plastic hose that leads back from the brush bar enclosure.  Repair is possible but replacement is better.
If you need more help, post here again.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 26, 2009

SOURCE: Dirt Devil Swivel Glide Platinum vacuum suction problem

Is the suction tubing in the head assembly clogged, is the belt broke? If the if the belt looks good the brush may be turned off and you may need to turn the brush switch on.

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