Dyson vacuum cleaners are similar to other electrical appliances in many ways – like other appliances, vacuum cleaners can properly function only if you take care of them, so regular preventive maintenance and minor repairs are the best ways for improving vacuum longevity. Here are a few tips how you can make your vacuum live longer and work better.

Taking Care of Clogs

Clogging is among the major issues that hinder performance and lead to the fault of the vacuum’s motor and of other components. Remove the hose of the appliance each time you finish vacuuming and hold it straight to be able to see through it from one end to the other – if you don’t see the light at the other end of the hose, it is probably clogged. Use a long piece of wire or a hook to remove the clog – introduce your unclogging device into the hose, then move it and wiggle it until the hose is completely clog-free.

Clean the Brushes and the Other Attachments

The brushes and the other attachments that you use can get damaged by the hair, debris and lint that they scrape off the floor while you are vacuuming. If you notice threads and hairs entangled around the brush, stop vacuuming and remove them to restore the scraping and cleaning efficiency of the brush.

Pay Attention to the Filters

Every Dyson vacuum cleaner uses filters to prevent dust, dirt and debris from penetrating into the motor compartment and to prevent damage to the other components of the appliance and some vacuums use special HEPA filters to trap dust mites, smoke particles and other tiny impurities from the air. Some of the filters are washable, while others are disposable – you can find out about the type of filters in your appliance and about how and when to clean or to dispose of them from the instruction manual. Replace or clean the filters as per the instructions, but bear in mind that you might need to repeat the operations more often if you use the appliance to frequently clean very dirty surfaces.

Don’t Stress You Appliance

Empty the dust compartment of your vacuum or replace the bag before it is completely full – bags and bins that are loaded with too much dirt, lint and dust reduce the efficiency of the appliance and force the motor to work too hard.

Regular Servicing

Vacuum cleaners use a motor, bearings, belts and other components to deliver suction. As any electrical appliance, vacuum cleaners can also live longer if they are regularly serviced. If you are an amateur repair technician, dismantle your vacuum once a year, take a look at the motor, the bearings and at the other components inside the appliance, then clean them or replace Dyson vacuum cleaner parts as necessary.

The measures above can be relied on for improving vacuum longevity and they don’t take up too much of your time – all you need is some attention and a few easy moves and you can be sure your vacuum will serve you well for years.