Dyson vacuum starts then stops - MOST Common Causes

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[@martelbaran2244]

I am a 67 yr old female and I just watched this and worked through cleaning my v7 Dyson that would only run for maybe 3 minutes before shutting down. I will now wait for the filter to fully dry, but the system without the filter seems to be running longer. Here’s to fingers crossed that tomorrow it will be back to 100% 🤞

[@Fernando.Sanabria]

We have a V6 since they came out and I never knew you could remove the sock of the filter. Our V6 was having the pulsating problem and this time I couldn't find where the blockage was until I saw this video, now it is working again and the best, it has recovered A LOT of suction power, I never realized it had slowly lost power. Thanks a lot.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s awesome, definitely makes a huge difference and we appreciate you sharing this. A vacuum performing as if it was brand new is always a good thing. Great to hear your vacuum suction has enhanced since the cleaning. Awesome job making it a DIY project. 🧰

[@davidfogtmann453]

Thank you so much. I have had a useless Dyson in my home for a year. When I pulled apart the top filter and cleaned it. I now have a useful Dyson.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s great news!!! Useless transformed into useful is a great thing! Thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@sonyaherrick7653]

That was THE most in-depth cleaning video I have found. THANK YOU

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hi Sonya, that’s great to hear. We appreciate you taking time out of your Monday afternoon to share this comment, it means the world to us.

[@michellegreen9943]

You are a life saver!. Been ready to sling the thing out but after watching your video and learning there’s clips that you can release on the filter. I discovered a load of hard twigs, and impacted dust. Did exactly what you said and it’s now up and running. Thank you, thank you, thank you. X

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

What’s up Michelle, you are very welcome. So happy to hear you didn’t toss the vacuum out. 😁 Let us know if you have any questions along the way. Thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@jennifersteed2000]

I seriously can’t thank you enough for posting this video! We just bought this vacuum and it suddenly would pulse four times and then stop working, and I didn’t realize the whole base canister was removable and there was a huge piece of bread crust jammed and one of the valves that was causing the problem! I would’ve never known to do that without your help. I would have thought that our vacuum was somehow defective! Thank you so much again and have a wonderful day! God bless you and your family:)

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We really appreciate you sharing this, us DIY'ers need to stick together. We hope all is well with you and your family.

[@paultordoff7417]

Mine was the same as yours, pulsating 4 times then nothing. My dyson handheld is only 3 months old. Big blob of bread stuck at the top of the tank blocking a hole. Did the filter thing and working like new now. Can’t thank this guy for posting the video also,happy vacuuming 👍

[@lauramontecki8603]

I wish I had seen this video sooner. Everyone talks about rinsing the sock but no one showed taking it apart. Mine was filled with dirt and now my vacuum is running normally. I can't thank you enough for sharing this.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome Laura, so happy to help. Removing the sock from plastic housing is pretty important. 😁 Let us know if you have any questions, hope all is well.

[@gracejayne88]

Omg, you're a genius 😊 You were right about others not saying anything about separating the sock portion from the plastic insert. Mine was already wet - I just washed it under running water and put it aside - when I saw your video afterwards and decided to click it. Then I follow what you said, I grabbed a small flat head screwdriver and easily push in the three little tabs and removed the sock portion. Just like you said, I was surprised, there was a wet ball of hair and nasty grime eww. Thank you!

[@jacquiposener7262]

Great video, very clear and helpful. Thanks so much!

[@chriswatts1909]

I followed your instructions on cleaning the filter. I also added some washing up liquid and hot water and flushed it through. Golly the amount of muck that came out. I left it over night to dry out. It now works like a new machine. Many thanks for your informative video. Keep them coming.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s awesome, thanks for sharing this. Getting that muck out of there does wonders. Thanks for watching Chris. 😎👍

[@excellinkus]

And I thought my battery was dead! Followed your steps and now it runs without pulsing - thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ that’s great news. Nope, your vacuum is not dead. 😁👍 Awesome job making it a DIY project, saved yourself some cash by not having to buy a new battery.

[@ilovejoshramsay96]

Woah my filter was filled inside. Thanks soo so much for this video. I got given a free vacuum and it didn’t work. You saved this single mom from having to buy a new vacuum.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, we appreciate you watching & sharing this. Free is good. 😁 So happy to hear it’s up & running, hope all is well. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@trevorwhitton3975]

The tip at 3.40 is one I hadn't seen elsewhere. Definitely the source of my problem - thanks.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning Trevor, we appreciate you sharing this. Finding the source to your problem is a great feeling. 👍

[@proudboiler]

Excellent information! I just took apart our Dyson as well as our Eureka Stylus (the former was pulsing, the latter would run for 5-10 seconds then shut off), cleaned and cleared them out as shown, and got them both running like new. Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s awesome, this is a true testament to the Power of DIY! 😁 We appreciate you writing us and sharing your experience. Having them both back to running like new is a WIN! 😁👍🧰

[@cainvaldo]

Legend! I didn’t even know that filter / sock came apart. I always thought it was clean. Opened it up and it was FULL of dust and debris. Thank you!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Very kind of you to share, we appreciate that. The internal portion of the sock can definitely gather a significant amount of dust and debris over the years if not clean…ultimately causing the vacuum to get to a point where it tells you…ya know what, I’m done until you clean the internal portion of the filter housing…🤣 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@donnawanna9833]

@@DIYwithMichaelBordersI didn't know it came apart either, I was just beating them against a post, outside, and hosing them off. I have a couple of extra filters so I don't have to wait for them to dry. Until your video, I struggled to to put the thing back together after emptying it.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@donnawanna9833 Thanks for watching and sharing this. These little filters are tricky to separate and put back together however very important and valuable when completed. 🧰

[@isabelladavis1363]

U r a diamond in a sea of glass! Had no idea my top filter was so HORRENDOUSLY DIRTY even though I thought I cleaned it properly…the removal of the outer sock was genius and once removed I saw it was clogged to the middle with hard dried debris…UNREAL! And it took me almost twenty minutes to clean out WHAT I COULDNT SEE INITIALLY…from the sock after I had removed the skeleton …debris just came out like a never ending well of crud…so I’m letting it dry 24 hours and praying for the best ..so much appreciated …better than Dyson could ever explain …stay blessed

[@FullaEnergy]

Omg! It worked! Thank you so much!!! This is the best and most thorough video I could find! You saved me so much time, money and probably tears. Lol! … thanks again!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s very kind of you, & thank you for watching. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. 😎👍

[@nikimethadonefreeiam1800]

Thank you young man for all the information we really appreciate

[@wongwongwalnut5792]

Thanks so much! It works again!!! I never notice I can open every parts .it’s all clean and work again ! Thanks a lot !

[@anitatimmis7003]

Thank you so much!!! My Dyson V8 has been cutting out for weeks & driving me insane! I wash my filter regularly but have never taken it apart & I only wash it out with cold water as directed by Dyson. After watching your tutorial, I have pulled it apart & rinsed it with warm water and then detergent & hey presto!! I've saved myself 100's of pounds as today as I was going to buy a replacement model!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Great job Anita, definitely a great feeling when successfully completing your DIY project. Awesome job taking filter apart and cleaning it. Enjoy that rewarding feeling and hey if you’re into crypto, join or DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@Kap2406]

Thank you! I've never cleaned the filter before, so when I removed it, the dust had hardened clogging almost half of the filter capacity. Made all the difference in the world!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Hardened dust will definitely cause this. We really appreciate you sharing this, let us know if you have any questions, enjoy your weekend Dmitriy. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@DM-xn2dg]

I was having the same issues - I also didn’t realise the sock part of the filter came apart and I found a hard piece of dried dust !! No wonder it wasn’t working properly ! All clean and back to full power and it’s 10 yrs old ! Thank you great advice 😊

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool and that’s awesome to hear. Great job making it a DIY project, and separating the two and cleaning the inside makes a huge difference! 😁👍

[@karisaanderson3528]

My partners cousin was about to throw hers out so I asked if I could have it. After watching this video and completing everything and a thorough clean, and now it works!

[@roseannlicchio7281]

Thank you so much! I was able to get my Dyson to work again.

[@mariannewilson3368]

Thank you so much for showing how to clean the cloth folter bag! I could not believe all the dog hair that was in there, lol. Thanks again; you kept me from throwing out my dyson!

[@traceymills1741]

Thank you so much I do wash my collection bin and rinse my top filter but have never taken the filter apart before. When I did there was a great lump of hard dried fluff and dog hair inside the basket. I did exactly as you said, and now it works. I have bought a new lead, and that didn't work, so I thought I would try the battery that didn't work either. Watched your video and am so glad I did. I love my dyson. I'm so pleased. Thank you again.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

That’s great to hear and we really appreciate you sharing this. Dyson is a great product and we have been very pleased. The better you take care of your belongings, the longer they will last. Glad to hear you’re back up and running as designed. 😁👍

[@camjesken]

I cleaned everything like you said and when I took the sock off, I couldn’t believe what came out of it. Hair ball and lots of dirt. I had shook the sock before, but never realized it could be taken apart and rinsed. Now my it works perfectly again. Thank you so much for this video.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, and we appreciate you taking the time to watch our video…and share a comment. Means the world to us. 😎👍🧰

[@henriettebonde1524]

Thank you so much for this video. My quarantee had run out last month and I couldn't afford a new dyson so I watched your video and omg my dyson is back to itself again. Thank you again for this video, it saved me a lot of money. I used a hairdryer to dry the filter as i needed to use it today

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, great to hear its back to running like itself again. Enjoy that rewarding feeling earned from a successful DIY project. 😎👍

[@leilasmith3830]

Fab tutorial... Thank you so much my Dyson now working perfectly😊

[@colinhandley9779]

Thanks so much, I followed your instructions and fixed the issue. What a relief!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, you are very welcome Colin. We are drinking our morning coffee answering any and all questions for the DIY community. Let us know if you have any questions, enjoy your week. 😎👍

[@jillesfloor]

thank you so much for the filter tip! it was actually full of dust fingers crossed that in 24 hours my dyson will work again but i believe it will! thank you!!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, looking forward to hearing back from you on how it performs after this cleaning process. 😁👍🧰

[@snapperkc9317]

We recently purchased one of these and love it so far…hopefully it will last as they are not cheap!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Nice, we love it!!! Have been very pleased with this vacuum cleaner. 😎👍

[@ewen832]

Surprising blockage. I have cleaned the Dyson more than a few times over the years but the latest problem was the power cutting out. I have washed the blue filter before, so this time as you suggested I removed the washable part from the plastic and was shocked to see a large solid blob of hair and dust. Obviously every time I have washed it the dust and hair have combined just like a big mud pie and then dried solid. Thanks for the tip.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome Ewen, thanks for watching & sharing this. We experience the same thing every few months when separating the two parts. Clean & clear though when it’s all put back together. 😁👍

[@cin411]

Removing the sock portion from the plastic insert of the center filter is the one that made mine work. Dyson's manual suggested users to wash the center filter, but doesn't say anything about dust would still build up after you wash it. That's what happened. It just became a mud build up inside the center filter. Thank you for posting this video!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, definitely a game changer. Even though the manual doesn’t state to do that as you mentioned… It’s a must! 😎👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@catm805]

Wow Mike Taking the blue filter apart was the clue Thank you It had al kinds of gunk

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, great to hear you took filter apart and found the culprit. Awesome job making it a DIY project. 😎👍

[@grahamfrear9270]

Thank you for this video it was very helpful done the job 👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@Jersey91]

Excellent! Going to try this!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, keep us posted.

[@kidneydish7305]

I just followed your instructions and guess what? I fixed my vacuum machine completely. Thank you soooooooo much.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, that’s awesome to hear. We appreciate you sharing this. 😁 A successful DIY project puts you in a good mood, & saves you money. Let us know if you have any questions, hope all is well. Thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@helent9349]

Thanks. I had enough dirt in my filter sac to grow a small tree. Didn't know it came apart! I had just been running water over it.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, thank you for sharing this. That sounds like a lot of dirt. 😁👍 Reach out to us any time.

[@geejay9314]

Wow, I just removed & emptied the filter 'bag' like he said. Huge lump of dust & fibres in there! Works perfectly now. It was off to the tip tomorrow!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, that’s awesome you got it cleaned out. Great to hear you’re back up and running. 😎👍

[@PaulGodfrey]

Thanks. Great video. And my Dyson is working again.

[@casscass4971]

Excellent, easy to follow video - Thankyou for this perfectly made video!!! ❤️

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Thank you so much, our goal continues to be getting you the info you need without wasting your valuable time Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@rswenson8237]

I had just about given up because of the "on and off" thing. Turns out the center filter was totally clogged! Thanks very much.

[@A1QSHIP]

I had the pulsating issue and cleaned the filters before finding this video. I traced the problem down to only acting up when the power brush was attached. I found a clog at the flexible junction between the power brush and the extension tube. Thanks for creating this content.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Very cool, we are happy you came across our video. Let us know if you have any questions. Hope you’re having a great weekend.

[@WildcatJackie]

I had this same issue! It only pulsed when I had the head on. So I ran it under water and 3 huge hair balls fell out lol now works like new

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@WildcatJackie Hey Jackie, that’s great to hear. Nothing better than working like new. Let us know if you have any questions. 😎👍

[@glassorchid9434]

After watching other videos, I had done everything to mine they showed but it still flashed yellow and stopped. I even tried to blow the thing out with an air compressor. I watched your video and took the filter sock off and sure enough there was a 1” clog of hair, dirt & debris in the end - even though I had cleaned this sock under water as others showed. It is drying now for 24 hr. I bet this will work tomorrow when I reassemble it! Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome, great job making it a DIY project. That little sock gets pretty clogged up. Getting that filter wet and not cleaning the inside of sock can unfortunately make it worse. Again, awesome job taking it apart and properly cleaning it. Let us know if you have any questions, we DIYers need to stick together! 😎👍

[@PaulGodfrey]

Thanks. Dyson now working again after watching your video. 😊

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hey Paul, thanks for sharing this. Great to hear and hopefully many stress free days ahead. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@740GLE]

Clogged sock after about 20 uses, was completely gray and nasty when running under water, thanks for the video!! Hadn’t thought it’d be the sock.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, great to hear it’s all clean. 😁👍 Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come! 🧰

[@BrooklynMariposa1030]

Love your wood floor!!!!

[@shade2u2]

I cleaned everything really well. In the end I replaced the battery.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience. Nothing wrong with a new battery. 😎👍

[@jayben1111]

Done that and it still doesnt work

[@DucNguyen-um2wd]

Does it work now? Thanks! I have the same problem

[@stephangiroux3826]

thanks for your support it's clear and easy , works fine for me

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome Stephan, thank YOU! Great job making it a DIY project. Hey if you’re into crypto trading, we just launched our new project website. Toolboxtoken.com We DIYers need to stick together! 🧰

[@keric7305]

Thank you so much for your video! I just realized the purple part is depart-able and it have tons of dust inside

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. You are very welcome & removing all that dust is a heathy thing for your vacuum. Hope all is well. Happy New Year. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@fknucklewit]

That was my problem too.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@fknucklewit Good morning, thanks for watching & sharing this. 😎👍

[@freestanding1000]

Have had this machine for 6 years. Replaced battery already. I disassemble the unit and water/soap wash everything except motor and handle assy. Dry with paper towel, hair dryer and 8 hours of time and it's brand new again.

[@Ecksterphono]

If you get the flashing blue again. Do not replace the battery. A new battery does squat. With these older vacuums, there was and issue with underpowered batteries in these vacuums. The issue lies using max setting. While using the vacuum with the wand attached and using the brush roll causing load and overheating on max setting. Also the radial seals in the powerhead, that surrounds the motor which is a flat rubber ring with air passages that holds the motor in the housing becomes blocked and caked with fine dust and blocks some of the passages adding to the temperature rise in the motor adding more load to the battery demands. This was a design flaw on dysons part. A new battery will only last 3 months under heavy use. I know these vacuums have pet attachments, however constant pet grooming and constant rough garbage like dried mud, pebbles from the road, drywall dust, sawdust and any industrial debris is not recommended either. Max setting should only really be used for non electric motorized brush roll attachments, with or without the wand. Because the wires that run through the wand for the motorized powerhead develop lots of load to the electric motorized head on max setting. Here to its also a good idea to check the power brush contacts on the dustbin for corrosion. Now for the wand to check the connection for grounds, shorts or faults you need a voltmeter. If you have weak continuity from one of the terminals to the tubing of the wand you have a ground and your battery will drain or the powerbrush will slightly bog or squeal under load. Loose wand on the unit also contributes to electrical issues. Now hoe to reset this. If the vacuum cuts out every 15 seconds constantly or intermittently from time to time. Depress the trigger. While running for 5 seconds, push the max button to off position. If it's already off. Stop after 5 seconds. Now with the wand attachment off, put it on the charger until the light goes off again. ( may take half hour or 45 minutes). If you don't do this the first time by sticking it on the charger the vacuum will go off after 15 seconds then you'll have to start over again. Once the vacuum light goes off on the charger. Try it again on low setting, it should work. However remember it's up to the operator how they use the vacuum. Use it heavy with all the motorized power attachments on high, you'll get that same fault. With a new battery under the same conditions your new battery may last from 3 to 9 months and your back at the beginning. Eventually it can get so bad that the red flash of death appears then you are totally screwed. There are also bulletins even recommending not to constantly use the device on high settings constantly. These vacuums are not shop vacs. Remember it's like an automobile. It's equipped with max throttle, if you constantly race your vehicle and run it at high throttle and rat bag it constantly, eventually it will break. Take other youtube repair links with a grain of salt on these vacuums. I like this video. As an experienced vacuum repair technician I see a lot of these vacuums given away when the fault lies with the inexperienced. I'm just putting this out there for future reference for these sophisticated computerized digital motor vacuums. Great video 👍👍👍👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing. Great info and we appreciate you taking the time to post this. Well put! 😎👍

[@jenniferweisenberg3605]

My V6 dyson(sv03) when I run it turns on for about 30s then flashes amber 2 short flashes, then long, then repeats this about 4 cycles. I have done pretty in-depth cleaning on this, learning from other videos on dyson v6 cordless. I have taken it completely( dismantled 100%), worked very well until I thought original battery was done. I purchased off market replacement. Wondering if this might be issue, as I’ve read from other posts. The original battery/unit is about 5-6yr old. That’s why thought after I cleaned it all out, filters included it was the battery. Now the replacement does this. Wondering if you can provide some advice. Could there be fine dirt built up in the motor housing or behind circuit board? I don’t want to mess with circuit board unneedingly.

[@Ecksterphono]

​@jenniferweisenberg3605 . Most likely yes. However over time and abrasive activity of fine dust the circuit board for the brushless motor can cause shorting to the point of causing resistors to become damaged and other circuitry not to respond to the battery control unit. Also aftermarket batteries can have slight issues with fluctuations in output and aren't quality controlled and the thermistors in the aftermarket batteries may not be up to par which prevents battery from excessive heat. Always best with these vacuums is to use a factory battery. The magnets in the rotor part of the unit mat also be weak. If the ceramic housing has any types of nicks or even hairline cracks, then any expansion may cause imbalance and slight vibration may cause heat issues. Yellowing of the ceramic housing indicates heat fatigue over prolonged use and age of the unit. 5 or 6 years is quite a long time under heavy use and adverse conditions. Over time even the best products do break down. With these vacuums there can be a lot of factors from pitted bearings to abrasive wear, to overheated circuit boards causing components and connections to weaken over time to weakening of the windings and weak polarity of the magnet system

[@jenniferweisenberg3605]

@@Ecksterphono Thank you for the info & detail. Much appreciated. I’ll check out price of dyson battery. Last I checked it was pretty much better buy brand new. I actually don’t use this vacuum very much or aggressively. Mostly for light dirt around kitchen so don’t have to haul out my main central vac. If it’s 6 yrs old I’d bet it maybe has running hrs about equal to 3 yrs use if I had to estimate. Thanks again!

[@abrz4976]

Thanks. The tip Worked well.

[@judithmartin1778]

Just remember to plug in charger. Went thru all of above and still was doing that. FINALLY checked to see if plugged in. Viola! I works. 🤪

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing this, we appreciate it. We all done that at some point for sure. 😁👍

[@garysmith9858]

Thanks for this video. I took the filter out and washed like you suggested. Good golly miss Molly it was filthy. The bowel I used turned the water a very dark gray. Everything is now great. Thanks again.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. That’s great to hear. They can definitely get dirty over the months. Hopefully many stress free days ahead for you. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@mayito714]

Thank You. The top filter was filthy. Had to take it apart and clean it to solve the problem.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Great to hear it was just a dirty filter, we appreciate you sharing this. Reach out to us anytime. Hey if you’re into crypto trading, be an early participant in our newly launched DIY community ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com We DIYers need to stick together! 🧰

[@jtmachete]

Check the red flapper check valve in the intake just before the canister. Mine was stuck shut by sticky gunk. Works good now

[@melaneelyncollins-metzler6447]

Thank you so much for showing us how to take that filter apart. I had no idea! And I'd had my stick vacuum for a long time, and I just got a new battery. I got it on Amazon. I think I paid $26 for it. Not bad, got it replaced. It's on the charger even though it says it's fully charged. I stuck it in there anyway. But I put the clean filter in that they sent, and I decided. I'd wash the other one because I usually do them every 3 months, so I figured It wasn't too dirty, but I took it apart like you suggested, but after I soaked it a little. I always put a couple drops of Dawn dish soap in there and rub it together between my hands, like a tube and squish out all that dirt and then rinse for like 5 minutes with cold water until it runs completely clear. And then I let it air dry overnight. Well. Twenty-four hours. But I live in Arizona, so I put it out in the sun. It'll be dry in two minutes.....lol..lol

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome, great job doing that and that’s a great idea to perform filter cleaning on a routine basis as you do. 😎👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto, join our newly launched DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@melaneelyncollins-metzler6447]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders every 3 months

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@melaneelyncollins-metzler6447 Great idea! 😎👍🧰

[@urbanothepopeofdeath]

can't wait to try this. I also read on a Dyson comment section that if the vacuum stops after a minute or so then unplug the vacuum from the wall socket. replug it in and hold the start button for 20 seconds. not sure if this was a coincidence but it runs fine now.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, let us know how it goes.

[@firozkhan-qw4ld]

Thank you very much for posting this video. My dyson was starting and stoping and wasnt charging, so I thought its battery fault and was about to buy a new pack and, opened the canister and realised a big load of wool was struck between the cannister head and main cleaning pipe the moment I removed it it start working and charging- Thank you ones again..

[@michaelwoll2627]

Good instructions, well done, thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Very kind of you to share, thank YOU. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@chichimus]

Thanks. I've rinsed the filtre under the tap but never opened it up. Quite the mess in there. The inlet at the top also had a hair plug that was not helping. Love my pups but they do breed dust bunnies. Anyway, another item to add it to the list of things to do from time to time.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing this, ours gets pretty dirty as well. Great vacuum!!! Time to time cleaning is what we recommend. 😎👍

[@paultordoff7417]

I just want to Thankyou so much for showing me how to fix the pulsating problem on a 3 month old dyson. Mine was a blockage at the top of the tank that was blocking a hole, did the filter thing and bingo ! Working like new again. Respect to you 👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome!!!!! 😁👍 You are very welcome Paul, thanks for watching. Respect right back at you for taking the time to share this. Let us know if you have any questions, us DIYers need to stick together! 😎👍

[@sandrabriggs5377]

Thank you for your video.

[@EdillColon]

My Dyson would start and stop constantly even after fully charged. I have pets and I vacuum a lot. I clean the top with no resolution. When I cleaned the bottom (motorhead) I found a bunch of pet hair clogging the vacuum. It worked like a charm after cleaning it.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ Awesome job getting your Dyson back up and running. Pet hair will definitely cause your previous vacuums symptoms. Great job making it a DIY project. 👍

[@hz240]

This was a helpful demo indeed. -thanks for sharing My unit (same model) stops fairly rapidly during use especially under max power setting. I get 10 blue flashes so I would reconnect to the charger briefly and unplug when solid blue light appears, usually within seconds, then disconnect charger and unit would restart again.🤔 I would have to repeat this process to clean an entire room which becomes a nuissance. Any suggestions? Is this a sign that it is time to replace the battery pack?

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

My Dyson V10s is doing the same thing but it cuts out every few seconds or so you can start and stop it about 10 times and it will finish vacuuming until the battery is dead. It’s so annoying and it’s not even a year old yet.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, hopefully a friendly cleaning is all it will need.

[@tommyhtrout]

By tapping the filter with and on a piece of wood e.g. a table-tennis bat outside in a breeze, i saw a significant amount of dust and fluff come out.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, these little filters can gather and hold in a lot of debris inside that inner sock.

[@ram201pa]

Life saver. Much appreciated.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. That’s nice of you to say, thank you. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@user-nk2hk4mc6t]

Trying this now and hopeful this is my fix! My filter was full of debris in side! 😮

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, looking forward to hearing back from you.

[@denniskinzler5890]

Great stuff !!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that, thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@joso2457]

Lifesaver, thank you!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that, thank YOU!

[@FutureInvestmentsBullion]

Great explanation, thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, thank YOU! 😁👍🧰

[@EwaldK]

Thanks for the video! For those interested: I managed to use the upper filter for 5 years (without any cleaning) before I had to do the cleaning trick 😀

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, and thanks for watching.

[@gracejayne88]

Omg, I thought I was the only one 😂😂😂 As a matter of fact, it wasn't giving me problems yet, I just wanted to deep clean it for the first time and saw this video and inside the sock portion I had a ball of hair and grime

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@gracejayne88 Good morning, a ball of hair will definitely do it. That’s awesome you were just performing a friendly cleaning with vacuum still working. You definitely alleviated the vacuum from failing at a time that would have been more annoying and stressful…but your DIY initiative gets the win far before the problem ever existed. 😎👍

[@gracejayne88]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders You're awesome, thank you for sharing your knowledge on this. You definitely taught me something very important. Have a great day!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@gracejayne88 You are very welcome, that means the world to us. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@amysoozette]

Awesome. Thanks so much.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good afternoon Lori, you are very welcome & thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@willdeit6057]

Brilliant thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ you are welcome.

[@btmuk]

Thank you for the video . I will come back with final results after finding a lot of debris in the filter . Ive left it steaping for a while in detergent and will see how it goes. It's utterly annoying that Dyson engineer wizards make these with these as I will call consumer defects most likely to sell the part over and over again on an already overrated price inflated product .

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are welcome, we enjoy helping. Sounds like that will be one clean vacuum cleaner 😁👍 chat with you soon. Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come. 👍🧰

[@btmuk]

Delighted to say that we have some success. On using the boost button this remains intermittent and most annoying. Having cleaned the filter though suction is much improved as you would expect and my little tip after final rinse I use some ultra concentrated fabric softener and leave to dry so when you use you have a lovely fresh smell blowing through .

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@btmuk Good morning ☕️ that’s outstanding. We appreciate the follow up, that’s a great start to the week. 😁👍 We are hoping for many more good years for your Dyson vacuum. Awesome job getting it cleaned up and working better. 👍🧰

[@kenryalls3931]

Hi there, great maintenance video. Taking the filter apart was brilliant! My machine was starting and stopping, but what was causing it was the little gate valve was stuck in the front of the canister inside the Grey connector. Pushed it free with my finger and it was back to normal running! Thanks again.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome ken, so happy to help. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club, thanks for watching. 😎👍

[@Jaccd]

You had the right at 0:55 that is exactly where the Dyson vacuum belongs!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, let us know if you have any questions.

[@johnhickman6819]

Thank you that’s brilliant. X

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hi John, you are welcome. Thank YOU for sharing this.

[@jonathanezekiel6382]

Thank you so much

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, thanks for watching. Enjoy your upcoming weekend. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@chandrapatton4044]

Brilliant video, many thanks, my Dyson is now working again! 👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Great to hear & we appreciate you watching. Hope all is well, thanks for sharing this.

[@kellyannnoonan2674]

Thank you so very much.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning Kellyann, you are very welcome. Hope all is well with you and your family. 😎👍

[@roseheath9703]

Great video. Filters take forever to dry. I recommend buying a spare.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching Rose, that is excellent advice and we appreciate you sharing this. Reach out to us any time and hey if you’re into crypto trading, be an early participant in our newly launched DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com We DIYers need to stick together! 🧰

[@angelawalker2167]

Definitely going to try this again even tho I have already. Haha. I don't wanna go buy another one they aren't cheap.!!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching Angela, keep us posted on how it works. Hope all is well. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@tlrmd4you]

You are great at doing videos! No nonsense, just valuable information. About how long does the battery last? Because ours just does not hold a charge? Thank you very much for your information😊

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing this, that means the world to us. On average, a battery should last at least 5-7 years.

[@tlrmd4you]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders wow!!! Because ours is only coming up on 2 years. And it’s only used like 2 times a week?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@tlrmd4you They definitely should last longer than 2 years. You may want to contact Dyson and see if you can get a warranty covered battery.

[@marlowemarlowe4893]

Unfortunately I just threw my vacuum cleaner in the bin. That's after I bashed it a few times against the wall in frustration! Wish I'd seen your video first. Have just ordered another!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, well….at least it sounds like you won the fight between you and the vacuum. 😁👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@marlowemarlowe4893]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Yes, I won the fight and had the last word. I'll try and be more patient in future!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@marlowemarlowe4893 Outstanding, you officially hold a record of 1-0 vs. vacuum cleaner. The fans look at that as…Undefeated! We love it. 😁👍

[@Deb.-.]

If you have a mains powered vac you are better to use that to suck out the opened filter prior to rinsing. I also use the mains powered to suck out any dust etc after the bin has been removed and also where the filter goes in. These sticks are the worst when you need another vac to actually clean it properly. If I didnt have shoulder and back issues I would be happy to use my big vac all the time. :)

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing your thoughts. 😎👍

[@TheRedgooner]

Thank you...My dyson is working again...

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. Great to hear, just in time for the holidays. 😁👍 we use our vacuum more this time of year than ever. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@mjb79]

Thanks!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@mjb79 Good morning ☕️ thank you so much for this (Super Thanks). This means the absolute world to us, THANK YOU!!! The DIY community is the BEST! 😁👍🧰

[@xpertiez911]

Just found a sv07 at goodwill for $20 ordered the charger and hope it works if not i now seen thia video and how to repair it if needed! Thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Awesome! 😁👍 Thanks for watching, a $20.00 vacuum is a great deal…especially if it runs. 👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@doubledrats235]

I bought another filter from Dyson and put the clean dry filter in while the other is drying. Then I repeat the process when I want to clean the other one. Set a timer on your phone to remind you when to switch and clean the filter.

[@tamannasultana1269]

Wow that was it! I had couple of popcorns inside right next to the filter smh

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, popcorn can definitely do it. 😁👍

[@GlennMartinPhotography]

3:22 I appreciate you

[@blue47er]

Here's a Dyson hand-held vacuum cleaning tip from the UK. When you've taken off the dust container, get a garden leaf blower and use it to blow all the remaining dust from from the filter. It's quick, easy and extremely effective.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching and sharing this, any and all helpful info is greatly appreciated! Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our newly launched DIY ecosystem. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@barefootbeachleather2746]

I just found this video. I am going to do this to my v11 and hope it fixes the start stop problem I am having. Mine runs for 30 seconds or so then stops. I have always cleaned and rinsed the filter but never pulled it apart. Fingers crossed.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, we are hanging out today at the DIY Raptor headquarters watching college football answering all questions for our fellow DIY’ers. Let us know if you have any questions, thanks again for watching. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@dojufitz]

I couldn't work out why it kept stopping. Hidden in the head of the cleaner to the side was a huge build up of fluff. Check the head - the end sides.

[@melissaslocombe9171]

Our V6 Animal. Found a bit of hair in filter. Cleaned everything as much as could. Last resort. Banging the internal filter with everything off. Chunks of crap came out. Still not working. Starts and stops. If there is a way to pull the internal blue bit apart would be only hope. Had it at least 6 years and gave it a good flogging. Maybe time to let it go. Get another. I have V11 outsize. But it too strong to clean our small high pile rug. Even on lowest setting. It so hard to move on the rug lol. Love it on carpet.

[@melissaslocombe9171]

Update. We got blue cyclone filter off. It still starts and stops

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, we are drinking our morning coffee answering any and all questions for the DIY community. Sounds like you’ve been busy. Next, we recommend cleaning all electrical leads. Below is a link that shows this process. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqmyfqSqf5amoq8 Although the symptoms in the video link are different than what you’re experiencing, it can definitely cause your symptoms.