If you feel like you are vacuuming the same area over and over to no avail, there are few things that could be wrong with your vacuum. This article will help you figure out why your vacuum cleaner is not picking up dirt and how to fix it.
– Check if the bag is full. If the bag is full, you vacuum will not be able to suck up any more dirt. If the bag is not full, check if the filters are dirty. They may need to be cleaned or replaced.
– Check the hose of the vacuum. The hose should be detachable from the vacuum; take it off to check if there is a clog inside of it. If you cannot peer through it and see out the other end, squeeze it to try and get anything out that could be clogging it. If squeezing the hose does not work, try poking it with a long object such as a wire hanger to get whatever is stuck out of the hose.
– Check the attachment connection of the hose and the base of the vacuum. There could be something clogging this piece of the vacuum as well. You can also use a wire hanger to remove the object if you cannot get it out with your fingers.
– Check the vacuum belt to see if it’s slipping off. If the vacuum belt is slipping off, the vacuum will make high pitched sounds and the vacuum brush will not be moving. If the belt comes off easily, you will need to replace it.
– Check the actual brush of the vacuum. If it appears to be spinning, but it is not picking anything up, there may be some objects caught inside the brush itself. Check for anything tangled up inside the brush and remove anything you find.
If none of the above suggestions help fix your vacuum, you may want to contact an appliance repair professional. With the help of TalkLocal, you can receive phone calls in minutes from up to three high quality appliance repair professionals in your area that are available when you are.
