How to Fix the Belt on a Dyson Vacuum
When your Dyson vacuum belt on wears out or breaks, you simply replace it with a new one. Keep an extra belt on hand at all times, as it's a critical component of your vacuum cleaner. According to the book "Speed Cleaning," you can typically trace belt problems to stray paper clips, rug tassels or string that your vacuum picked up. Replacing the belt is fairly simple for all Dyson vacuum models, but for specific procedures, refer to the owner's manual for your particular model. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Turn off and unplug your Dyson vacuum, and let it sit for at least an hour.
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Rotate the vacuum so that it is upside down and the bottom is facing you.
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Use a flathead screwdriver (or a coin) to undo the fasteners on the cover. Slide the end caps back and lift the cover away from the vacuum. Set the cover aside.
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Remove the brush bar (also known as the agitator) by lifting it out with your hand. Dispose of the old belt.
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Install the new Dyson belt by looping it around the brush bar and feeding it through the hole. Slide the end caps back into place.
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Stretch the belt around your thumb and over the spindle at the back of the vacuum. Make sure the belt is straight with no twists.
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Replace the back cover by clicking the tabs into position.
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Tips & Warnings
Take a moment to clean the brush bar, too. "How to Fix (Just About) Everything" suggests using an old comb to do this.
The model discussed here is a Dyson DC14, but replacement is similar for other Dyson models as well.
