What to Do If Your Vacuum Cleaner Stops Working

Vacuum cleaners are one of those appliances that just work. Or they stop working, and you wonder whether you should buy a new one, or get it fixed. If you need to fix a broken or failing Vacuum Cleaner, where do you start?

Here are 5 handy hints that could save you money and get your vacuum cleaner working again, no matter what brand.

1. Won't pick up

If your cleaner won't pick up, then this could indicate that the filters are blocked. You should check that the filters are not blocked or dirty, and then cleaned as necessary. Filters should be checked and cleaned regularly, according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the filters are damaged, or won't come clean, then it is a good idea to replace them to ensure that your vacuum cleaner works properly again.

2. Rollers won't turn properly

Rollers that are blocked due to debris such as hair, or string, or larger items are usually easy to unblock. It is important that you don't try and force your vacuum cleaner to pick up items that are obviously too big for it. Depending on the sort of debris you normally clean up, it may be worth using a dustpan and brush to pick up any large objects before using your vacuum cleaner. This will help to prevent any damage to the vacuum, and minimise the risk of blockages.

3. Turns itself off

A vacuum cleaner that turns itself off usually has an overheating problem. This can be caused by a blockage such as in the roller or brushes, or in the pipes. Clogged filters can also cause the cleaner to turn off. If you have tried these, and the problem is still happening, then it could indicate that there is a problem with the motor.

4. Loss of suction

If your cleaner is no longer as effective as it used to be, you should start by checking the obvious, such as the rollers aren't blocked, the filters are clean, and that the dustbag isn't full, if applicable.

5. Intermittently stops working.

A vacuum cleaner that works and then stops working usually has a power problem. This is usually the mains lead. This is because it is stretched, pulled, and wound back in the same way, every time it is used. It is usually more cost effective in the long run to replace the whole power cable, than to try and find where the fault lies, and shorten the cable. The same problem could recur if there is further unseen damage to the cable.

Now that you know what to look for, you won't panic if your vacuum cleaner stops working, or isn't as effective as it used to be.

Autor: M James

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Added: February 9, 2009
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