Dyson DC40 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Maintenance Tips

Here's a few tips to keep your Dyson DC40 looking and working like new for longer.
In this video I show you how to remove the filters, clean the brush bar, check for blockages and generally keep your Dyson spick and span.

[@timperkins1672]

This video has restored my faith in humanity. No only did you service the Dyson vacuum cleaner in the holiday home, but also post in online so that I can see how to fix mine (massive blockage in the lower tube due to pet hair). Ibaisaic, I salute you.

[@TurboDV8]

Dyson meets Freud. My neighbor put a DC41 out on the curb to throw away. She said it doesn't work, but it's been so long, she doesn't remember exactly what it was doing wrong. As you recline the handle to vacuum carpet, a diverter flap moves from the base of the vacuum wand tube, to the flexible tube leading to the beater bar head. It was in this lower flexible tube leading to the head that I found a brand new Crayola crayon wedged, not quite able to make it around that corner. The crayon caused the diverter flap to not be able to fully engage with the tube leading to the beater bar head. Consequently, there was no suction at the head. I also found all four screws holding the beater bar assembly into the headwear loose, causing the head to make a hellacious racket when spinning. Remove crayon, tighten four screws, and I got myself a nice little Dyson.

[@hazelg.quintanilla4203]

Thank you so much! I thought my Dyson was done for, but I watched your video and found the clog in the hose. It's good as new! Thanks again!

[@craighall1452]

A very thorough video, well done! My nephew used my sisters Dyson as a wet dry vac and it seized up and she was going to toss it so I asked her to let me look into fixing it, everything you explained in this video I did and it runs flawless! I am now a self certified Dyson tech, these machines are all plastic that can be easily cleaned if you have the patience to clean and maintain them. She bought a new one thinking it was wasted, and gave me the one I brought back to life....best deal ever!!!

[@kevintopping6034]

Wife loved the Video and our hoover is now back in action all it needed was a good service she said a massive THANKS for taking the time to make the Video

[@ibaisaic]

Glad to help

[@seekfactsnotfiction9056]

@@ibaisaic I have a Dyson DC25 which worked fine for many yrs until now, it stopped functioning! I decided to clean the filters and inside hoses which i never did before! It started working fine, but came up with a screaming noise when vacuuming.The filters still look new with no major stains and not damaged. l tried removing the filter inside the ball after a YT video experiment and the noise is gone! If i push the filter and keep it tight in with my hand it sounds better! Do you have any suggestions other than buying a new filter? Where is the best place to buy original parts that will last? Thanks for posting this important video.

[@tiarara2011]

⁠ Hello SeekFacts!! I don’t know if you have gotten an answer to your question, regarding New Original Dyson Filters or not?? But with my limited knowledge on this matter, I’ve become aware that the New Dyson Filters are available for sale at various online Vendors such as Dyson themselves, and also through Amazon and others, who would sell those Filters Brand New through Dyson Online themselves but also through Amazon where you most likely will save Money and Shipping Charges going through Amazon for the Filters!! I’m very confident that this will work out very well for you!! I hope that I’m able to be of some help for you and everything works out smoothly for you!! Sincerely, Ray!!

[@amandahaas317]

We recently acquired a used DC40 of unknown maintenance. Thank you for this video. I was able to fully clean the machine and it works wonderfully.

[@rudyfan1926]

Thank you for this very instructive video. My conical filter is drying which will take a few days given our cloudy and cool weather. I removed the cleaner head and was appalled at how much crud was caked on and filled in the head of the vacuum and the opening of the vacuum. I can hardly wait to see how much better it will work now that I have given it a thorough cleaning.

[@PeterKwanvt80]

I rescued my Dyson from the street. It was thrown out because the owner didn't know about all the pine needles clogging up the bottom tube. I found your video most helpful in replacing the yoke wires.

[@gensmith7532]

My Dyson was not working (not sucking up dirt). I had already taken the filters out and washed them and cleaned what I could see but no luck. So I watched your video. Thanks a lot for showing me how to remove the bottom plate. When removed I found I had sucked up a 2x3" plastic bag and it was blocking everything! I'm a jeweler and I have small jump rings and their containers all over my work shop. I will be much more careful in the future and pay more attention to regular maintenance. Thank you!

[@semolinasemolina8327]

Firstly, I LOVE that you have done this in the air bnb!

[@bobtbright6053]

Thank you for the excellent video. I actually found it an almost zen-like experience cleaning along with you! Funnily enough the blockage emerged towards the end at the easiest part: holding up the long straight bit to the light.

[@gardeneva2778]

Thanks so much - this video assisted me in cleaning my vacuum for the first time. Appreciated!

[@fayetrecartin6355]

Thank you so much. I was worried I had ruined my machine by waiting so long to maintain it. I followed your video and it is working like new. Much appreciated.

[@ibaisaic]

Glad it was useful.

[@dianagardiner7581]

Thank you. I am now waiting for it to dry - hoping I can put it back together in the morning. I am not a very practical person and have been known to take things to bits and then have trouble re-assembling. I am hopeful that this time will be different. I would not have attempted this without this video help! Thank you.

[@LisaSargent03]

I have used running water on the cyclone section because I could not get the dirt out of the mesh area. Dried in a day and touch wood, still good today.

[@rainyday4257]

I just bought a second hand DC40, wanted to give a deep clean before start to using it, It was very easy to follow your advises step by step - although it was clean from outside but found lots of trapped dirt inside because of your guidance - thank you so much

[@JustAnnaD]

Thank you for saving my vacuum and my sanity! Your video was a life saver.

[@denisegaylord8809]

Awesome. thank you for sharing your knowledge. I just "inherited" a dc40, and the previous owner said it lost suction. Following your advice I have stripped the machine down, and have cleaned it. the top portion where the cyclones are was plugged with dust and dirt. I tapped it gently on a towel against my sink. WOW. who knew so much could be trapped up there. I am drying all my filters and parts overnight before I reassemble . Hopefully this will do the trick! Thanks so much.

[@sharonhopton5685]

Great video. I always look after my Dyson’s and they look after me. I have 6 uprights which I’ve collected down the years and the rechargeable handheld animal Dyson. Your videos help me to maintain my vacuums. Thank you.

[@Tazz-Media]

Excellent walk through - I picked one up last night for free + followed your video + now it looks as good as new so many thanks. Been after a nice dyson for quite a while and finally found one i like, is so easy to use + clean.

[@misscrackyouupalot]

I cannot put into words how grateful I am that you uploaded this video it helped me out sooooooo much! My vacuums auction power feels like it did the day I got it! Amazing amazing amazing!!!

[@ugtcconsultant]

Sooo thorough... I love my Dyson vacuum and now so happy to know how to keep it clean that keeps my house so clean... Thanks so much for the video...

[@rickcomber]

Mine was whistling/roaring like a jet engine and cleaning these filters worked brilliantly. Thank you!!

[@katdanred83]

I cannot express how much I appreciate this video. I've been avoiding cleaning my Dyson because it was looking so disgusting. But I had enough and decided to look for a how-to video. I just cleaned my Dyson and I wanted to gag the entire time. I did submerge the cyclone because it was just filthy behind that screen (shroud). I'll wait days before reassembling it and ensure that it's bone-dry. Thanks again for such a detailed video.

[@SuperVacsOttawa]

@urbex2007 How is it smelling today?

[@lindadyson3741]

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[@lindadyson3741]

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[@rhondagrzyb9245]

I use the spray on my faucet on both end openings of the cyclone, no way I wouldn't as you can cleary seee filth, Dyson must fear that people won't allow it to dry, but since they failed to make it removable from the top, no option. I wait two days & allow it all to dry on my sun porch. I was happy to see that He cleans it as well.

[@JordanIan-ps9ql]

Yes I did the same. I washed out the plastic bin compartment, took off the head and used wipes to clean the plastic shield where u can see the brush bar . I didn't know you foikd wqsh the cyclone part. I put it in bath and omg the dirt that came out if it was filthy big clumps of dirt . Rinsed it out with cold water to get rid of soapy suds and then left to dry for 12 hours . I was same as you didnt think a paint brush would clean it properly or by giving it s few taps to remove inbound dust so it went in the bath

[@noelmchugh7993]

Thank you for making this video! My Dyson was at about half capacity, and there was a blockage I found and now it works great! plus everything else was overdue for cleaning. Nice video!

[@detoast1197]

filter ?

[@maia0z]

Hey man, this video helped me very much thank you. And i have noticed something may be you should know. Under of the vacuum head, there is a red half ring, if you take off it, you can take off the head and clean the first area something may stuck into.

[@midoratrant3536]

I find this video to be exceptionally helpful. I just purchased a used Dyson DC50 because someone thought it wasn't working after watching this video I cleaned it and it's working just fine. $35 well spent. Sorry for the person who gave it away, plenty dog hair was caught up I cleaned it and I'm a happy camper thank you

[@tarayeshi121]

Thank you so much for this brilliant and simple instructions. A lid of a bottle had been sucked up and was obstructing. Your video with its clear and simple instructions gave me the confidence to take it apart and solved the problem. I am so pleased and am smiling. I then cleaned everything and have washed the bin and the after too. It is drying and will put it back tomorrow. Has given me the encouragement to clean my Dyson 40 more regularly. Thank you. I am so glad I found your video. You have a new subscriber . thank you

[@ibaisaic]

Glad it was useful.

[@patrhatigan8577]

Brilliant my girlfriend is well happy with this video we’ve brought our vacuum cleaner back to life!!!! Thank you so very much

[@elizabethwilson9983]

Wow thank you for the very thorough video, I was at a senior clients today cutting his hair, I was vacuuming up the hair. but the hover bin was completely full to bursting point, I managed to empty it but had to revert to using a long knife (carefully and gently remove the stuck hair and dirt from the bin) as I couldn't fathom how to take it apart, after watching your video I can see I was on the right track but didn't want to force anything incase I broke the hover. next time i'll know exactly what to do. cheers.

[@Midiman54]

Good video and very helpful. I was able to dissassemble and clean the whole thing in less than 40 minutes, thanks to your video.

[@Jane-st3ed]

Thanks for the thorough presentation. I was unable to find online Dyson support anymore which disappointed me. Glad to find your video.

[@sealiz73]

Thank you so much for this! We had a service worker painting in our home and they used our Dyson to clean up after themselves, and it’s been noticeably subpar ever since. After watching your video and taking all your recommendations I am happy to report my Dyson works amazing again. I’m curious, did you tell the people you rented the cottage from that you cleaned their Dyson? That was such a lovely thing to do. Cheers!

[@petergregory4899]

Thanks for this, comprehensive, well narrated and most peeps will be able to follow it. Can only be good!

[@lbyrne83]

Thank you! We heard a loud squealing sound from the vacuum and this video guided me through a proper cleaning. Thank you, problem solved!

[@juliecarpenter3171]

Thanks for this video, I have managed to clean my Dyson and clean the filters.

[@thehumblegent]

Thanks for the upload mate, really good of you to take the time. Peace

[@sandrakeen4000]

Told me exactly how to get to the blockage I knew was there. Thanks for making this detailed video. And now I even know I have filters to clean!

[@AlistairDsilva]

One of the best videos I have come across. Will try to service mine this weekend

[@micheg1863]

Thank you for being so thorough in this video. It has been very informative.

[@tonymoon4525]

What a very good video. I have just followed everything that was shown and my Dyson is working as new. Thank you very much.

[@cakehole53]

Without a doubt, you sir have saved me hundreds of pounds. I was about to ditch my Dyson because nothing was being sucked up UNTIL you showed me the mini hose near the base; mine was clogged with dog hair, dog hair, and dog hair! Thank you so much for this brilliant lesson. Fancy coming to mine to vacuum the pet hairs?! (This must be the best educational video I've viewed.)

[@ibaisaic]

Glad you found it useful.

[@beckyshears1]

Thank the lord.!! 🙏 I had a blockage in the little hose but I didn’t know how to unblock.. and thankfully I came across your video and problem solved xx

[@ibaisaic]

Glad to help.

[@crafttygirl4415]

Thank you for showing how to maintain the hoover.I am going to maintain my own and my hubbys uncles many thanks

[@wesleydavies1227]

Great video. Using the video as a base for cleaning my DC40 to sell on. Just got V8 absolute which makes hoovering so much easier.

[@64MrDanny]

Thank you,,, just used your tutorial video to give my Dyson a good do over... 👍😊

[@jaronflick]

Great video. Thanks! (Love that you travel with a vacuum!)

[@fastford7310]

Yeah fair comment, FYI I've just finished servicing mine after watching this video. Thanks. Still not brave enough to try this on our next holiday though!

[@brittweir8844]

Great video thank you for your time ,I have taken the canister that holds the lint and gave it a good rinse out. I’ll let it set for several days so it can dry out well. Thank you for your tips. I do understand we do not want any water in the motor.👍

[@sunnyterbrock5746]

Easy Solution!.... not brave enough to wash or submerge the shroud...so I tapped it to get the dirt out but still a lot trapped behind the purple screen...so I took it outside and sprayed it with my " canned air" for blowing the dust off electronics....it was a safe and cheap solution. I will make a habit of doing it more often so it doesn't build up. wiped it off...looks great.

[@gamergal3332]

Thanks - this helped a lot, I have the allergy upright but the tips pretty much applied exactly to my model :)

[@kerryjay166]

Thank you! I would never have found the dog bone that was ruining my suction if it wasn't for your video. It feels like my Dyson is brand new again.

[@adamrutterford763]

Your a legend mate!!!! Works good as new and looks like it! If you fancy a holiday et my house, your more than welcome .... got loads for you to clean! Nice one roger and thank you 😎

[@allieeasley5285]

Thanks so much for your help. I spent about 3 hours cleaning it. Mine was much worse than the one that you cleaned.

[@paganj09]

I just found a DC 40 that some thou out in the trash, I toke it home and watch your video for cleaning. it was easy an it help me a lot and the vac run`s like a champ.....:-)

[@evaevangelista4235]

Thanks for this video! After this I felt confident tearing my Dyson vacuum head apart fully! The beater had stopped turning even tho I cleaned out the hair. But after removing fully I found a LOT of gunk under the end pieces that screw in. All fixed!!

[@candyfalk1617]

This video has been extremely informative. I love my Dyson and from now on will be kinder to it. Unfortunately, there is a shortage of wipes due to Covid 19. Thanks for making this video and I hope you had a good vacation.

[@margaretcroft]

Thanks so much - I have a dc 40 but it’s purple and a wee bit different - probably older, but I never knew how to do all this, so hopefully this will make it quite perky again!!

[@maryeckert38]

OMG when you put the wet wipe on the brush roll and turned it round, pulling the wet wipe through, I nearly wet meself!! So clever and obvious!

[@paulr5515]

Wonderful help! Thank you for your time to explain!

[@jopickering7515]

Brilliant, great video. Just what the doctor ordered. Hope you enjoyed your holiday.!

[@tiarara2011]

Excellent Video Mate!! Very well explained, very thorough instructions and all of the extra meticulous cleaning and polishing which many other Technicians would not have done! I like you thoroughly cleaned, serviced and explained in great detail how to clean and maintain the Dyson and with only the limited tools and things that you had on hand!! Great Job!! And Thank You for sharing your Knowledge, Experience and Care!! Sincerely, Ray!!

[@NOSHITification]

I love your video. I took my entire vacuum apart with you. Although, I am still looking for the problem with mine. The attachment part stopped working. I put new filters on, and cleaned it again, but when I pull the hose up, it doesn't work. I can feel the pressure pulling near the base, but nothing. I have been trying to find the problem for a while. Thanks for the video. I will probably have to take it in to vacuum shop.

[@ibaisaic]

I believe there is a diverter valve inside the cleaner that blocks suction from the floor head when the tube is pulled out. It’s possible that yours is broken as it’s a part that often fails.

[@thepeach12345]

you're doing the lords work my friend. Thank you for this information!

[@universoincreible]

Excellent instructions on cleaning my Dyson vacuum. Thank You !! Used baby wipes on cyclone and everywhere there was dust, thankfully no blockages. Cleaned brush bar, both filters( waiting to dry). I am having problems with my vacuum not rolling smooth. I have to push the handle in order for the head cleaner to move once on the floor. Brush bar works but the head cleaner gets stuck on carpet and floor. Its a push and pull effort . Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

[@lowell8527]

This is one of the BEST videos on KZbin. I found this SO helpful thank you!!! My dyson is restored

[@ibaisaic]

Glad it helped!

[@cherylcanning9277]

Thanks I didn't know you could wash the round filter as it was previously enjoyed

[@OochPinnock]

Epic video mate, found a mega blockage in mine thanks to this.

[@paulbradaick6780]

Thank you I did find a spot where there was a clog from your video. Thank you my Tyson is working great

[@mrparkuksmith1311]

A life saver for our dc40. Many thanks.

[@perplxxd]

appreciate it bro, currently cleaning out a Dyson during a tornado watch, planning to sell it at a garage sale.

[@CommentsAllowed]

34:35 the two issues you mention I believe are manufacturer defects. Some might call it wear and tear. I had the same two issues. Ball not rolling that great after the first year, and then the flip from upright to vacuum got very rough. Eventually, something inside the ball broke and it doesnt stay locked side to side when standing upright. Also, the tube underneath that will flip-flop ripped right from the fitting. I also had the large hose break/degrade on me. I also had the roller wear out and start to vibrate a lot because of the wiggle it has now. My DC40 was fantastic for about 1 year. After that, it was downhill. However, I still have it, so I must still like it enough even with all the problems. Or i'm in denial about the cost.

[@cmarkme]

So much Zen in your Videos.. It's about Cleaning our inner Bagless... Things !!

[@quadcam24v]

It is possible to disassemble the cyclone down to its parts and wash out the cyclones. Provided you keep an eye on the parts, reassembly is straightforward. I do this with any Dyson's I buy secondhand and find this keeps them going for a lot longer :)

[@lornafleener1819]

Thank you, thanks to this video I was able to clean my Dyson and get a blockage out of the ball hose!!

[@WinnieFinesse]

Thank you very much! I just bought one second hand for £40, the person said the suction had gone, but I gambled it anyway and both filters looked like they had never been cleaned, so YAY! Looking forward to the pieces drying and I can test it out again, very hopefull!

[@johnyrockstar007]

How did it go

[@WinnieFinesse]

@@johnyrockstar007 it worked like a dream!

[@johnyrockstar007]

WinnieFinesse Even I am getting a second hand one for 300 aud.

[@WinnieFinesse]

@@johnyrockstar007 300!? Aren't they that price new?

[@ninjaman1714]

This video has helped me fix mine. It was blocked while I was working away an the wife bought a new one without thinking. This video helped me strip mine down and find the blockage in the hose under the wheel so it’s a massive thumbs up from me. I can’t help wondering what the thumbs down are for and what exactly has been said or done in this video that people don’t agree with. Is it that there is just simply some nasty spiteful people out there who just love acting like idiots all their life?

[@ibaisaic]

There are probably many reasons why people thumb down my videos but a thumbs up or a thumbs down makes no difference to KZbin as it is all classed as engagement which helps the video to show higher up in the suggestions, so the thumbs down help me as much as the thumbs up, though obviously thumbs up are nicer. 🙂

[@carlplz00001]

Those must be the envy’s Henries users 😂😂😂

[@linanourachi8783]

Great job explaining in detail. I am s glad that I watched your video. Thank you

[@cristianoarrogantaldo8247]

Thank you very much for this video.My dyson vacuum is clean and works much better thank you.

[@ibaisaic]

Glad it was useful.

[@carolpointer5817]

You explained just what I needed to know!

[@yeyedale9159]

Es el mejor video ya lo guardé para la próxima vez. Thank you appreciate your time for doing this video 🙏🏼🫶🏼🫰🏻

[@vacuumtests9225]

I always tend to use the bagged vacuum to clean my bagless Electrolux UltraFlex. But your method is more effective. I actually like to see the dust being picked up and entering the bin in the bagless vacuums. However I prefer the bagged one. My Lux Royal D790 (not Electrulox) currently has a very full fleece bag and it is still sucking like vacuum with the new bag. Also much more cleaner way to change the bag than all the mess involving emptying & cleaning the bagless vac.

[@mrhappyslappygaming3654]

Thank you so much did a bloody treat to my dc40

[@petercousins1645]

great stuff mate, it certInly helped, took bottom filter off and load of dog hair clogging things up now sucking well!

[@madelyndriver1213]

Thank you. This was so helpful!

[@LanceTaylorPhotography]

This was extremely helpful. Using your video I just cleaned my DC40 more thoroughly than I had been. It's been making a high pitched sound after a few minutes of vacuuming. As soon as my canister filter is dry, I'll try it out and see if I've eliminated the sound with my cleaning.

[@emilyscott4475]

This video is incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@EMaltz]

Thanks! You helped me a lot. Dc40 rules!!!

[@ArchieWW]

Thank you so much for a brilliant video - everything is so clearly explained. I think you may have OCD, cleaning the vacuum cleaner in a holiday home, but hey, if there were more people like you, the world would be a better place. Greetings from Scotland.

[@ibaisaic]

If you could see my house at the moment you would definitely not say I had OCD. I have a KZbin channel featuring vacuum cleaners and other floorcare products, so if I see an opportunity to make a new video I take it, even if I’m on holiday. I’m pretty sure that the revenue from this video has paid for the holiday and it’s helped at lot of people, so it’s a win win as far as I’m concerned. Glad you found it useful.

[@PatheticoMorbid]

Thanks Roger, love this video.

[@davebassP5]

Very good walk through. Saved for later in case i decided to clean mine lol.

[@andrewlocke4609]

thanks for this instructional video it was so much help and my hover sucks like a pro again

[@TheButerfly333]

This is a very detailed video. Easy to follow. Thank you.

[@ibaisaic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@neowales265]

I had no choice but to wash the cyclone unit in cool water on mine, it’s an older model but it stank and had so much caked on muck inside. I was careful to leave it to dry for a few days and insure any metal screws were treated with WD40 after. To make sure it was thoroughly dry, I turned it on for a few seconds at a time and checked the filter for moisture before using it properly. It’s squeaky clean now.

[@Wongalicious]

I bought myself a spare used cyclone canister for my Dyson DC40, recently from eBay. It is very smelly with pets hair. I removed all the excess dirt first. I managed to take it apart (as shown from another KZbin channel) and all the rubber seals apart. But watch out for the springs when taking the outer mesh piece apart from the cyclone unit. I washed the whole cyclone and canister in a bucket of hot water with laundry non-bio washing liquid. I used the dip in and dip out method in the bucket of hot soapy water to wash and to flush through the cyclone. I used a small brush to clean out nooks and crannies. The amount of dirt build up has cleared away. The long filter, I managed to take the top blue plastic bit apart and managed to push the filter inside out. There's moth of pets hair build up and trapped inside the filter and I managed to wash away the dirt and removed the pets hair. The filter is also smelly therefore I washed it in the basin with hot water with mixed in Bold 2 in 1 liquid (with conditioner to get rid of the smell). After, rinsed them thoroughly with cold water. I personally let it all dry for at least 48 hours. I assembled everything back together and used it on my DC40. I switched it on and it feel like brand new again with the fresh clean fragrance smell from the filter. I only recommend to do this if the cyclone is used for so many years and getting smelly with caked in dirt.

[@maoycaza138]

Wongalicious please make a video :)

[@Delphi450r]

Tear down was easy, I forgot the position of the purple latch & spring. THANKS!

[@vacuummad8179]

The cheap Dysons we buy normally buy only have little things wrong with with them people just want new all the time . So much for a greener world ! Maybe your video will change some people hope it does.

[@ibaisaic]

Most people don't maintain their vacuum cleaner and think that you only need to empty the bin or change the bag. Bagless cleaners, especially at the cheap end need a lot of attention to keep them working effectively and most people don't bother. Bagged cleaners, even at the lower end tend to need a lot less maintenance as they stay cleaner inside and have less complicated airpaths. The days are long gone that people would keep a vac for years and get it repaired and serviced, but they used to cost a lot more money back then and people couldn't afford to keep replacing them as they do now.

[@ruthabrahamson9965]

Amazing instructions. Thank you very much!

[@dugites]

I love this video and am a bit embarrassed that I have not been regularly cleaning my Dyson although I know how. Who goes on holiday and cleans the vacuum cleaner where they are staying. :P Only a cleanliness fanatic. Own would be very happy though. :) And they will notice how well it is cleaned.

[@cherylforbes960]

THANK YOU! I FOUND THE SMALL BIC LIGHTER THAT MY VAC SUCKED UP