How to Fix the Brush Roll and Belt on your BISSELL® Cleanview® Swivel Pet Vacuum

[@davkarshobby2468]

A tip for those of you with long haired dogs such as a golden retriever. Hair can get into the belt assembly and will eventually stop the brush from rotating (4 months in my case). The first indication of this happening will be the burning rubber smell as the belt starts to slip. Fix this right away while friction of the belt on the spindle is still low and the belt will last a lot longer. The fix will take only 5 minutes once you find the right screwdriver. NOTE: newer models may have 7 screws - the six mentioned above plus one on the belt roller assembly that I assume is an improvement to keep the roller and the belt properly aligned. I was amazed at how much hair was lodged in there and have now marked my calendar to check this every 3 months. I'm sure glad I bought a vacuum that is able to handle the amount of hair my dog sheds.

[@CaptainColdyron222]

Yep. Same problem with my German Shepherd.

[@kellyswenson9339]

Exact situation with our golden. Thanks for the tip!

[@weirdphenomenom2892]

What vacuum did u get?

[@davkarshobby2468]

@@weirdphenomenom2892 It is a Bissell 2258B Cleanview Swivel Upright Multi-Cyclonic Vacuum For Homes With Pets With Automatic Cord Rewind, Washable Filter, Scatter-Free Technology And Edge-To-Edge Suction blah blah. Can $164

[@melaniewendell5372]

I've had to replace the belt 2 times now.. I remember a day when Bissell was top of its kind.

[@gabrealzapata7750]

Where can I buy a belt?

[@dankmeme682]

@@gabrealzapata7750 Amazon has em for a couple bucks. I literally just bought some.

[@JF-NYC-NJ-Girl]

Thank you so much for this! I’m not “handy” and would never think I could take apart a vacuum and replaced the belt LOL (even though it is relatively easy) but I feel like I really accomplished something- thank you again for this straightforward video 😊

[@kryptikarts3922]

Where did you order or buy the belt?

[@stephanipeloquin4631]

I had a helluva time getting that belt wrapped around the motor shaft...since I had inadvertently broken the vacuum down waaaay more than recommended. But it sure is clean and shiny now.

[@Nicknameunavailable-f6t]

Yes, I'm so glad someone finally mentioned that. Mine was so difficult, I finally took it to a local vacuum repair shop. The space to work in to get that belt on was awful. I pray I never have to replace another belt. My old vacuum you could take off the side, slip the belt on the impeller and then replace everything. This is really a problem for people who don't have a. lot of strength.

[@jacklester5546]

Thank you bissell! Sent us a replacement belt for free (still under warranty) and this helped us fix it!

[@paladro]

had a broken belt(12+ months use no problems), well done and straight forward repair video, thanks.

[@gabrealzapata7750]

Where can I buy a new belt?

[@lawaincooley6788]

I found a total kit on Amazon that includes 2 belts, a bunch of replacement filters, and the brush roll.$24.99. Bissell wants $22.99+Shipping just for the brush roll.

[@brandonludwig2566]

Didn't realize my brush was supposed to spin so easy like that. Mine doesn't do that lol. Definitely think I found the problem now.

[@greenanon4984]

Did you replace it? What was your solution? Replace seems weird to me.

[@brandonludwig2566]

@greenanon4984 yes I replaced it. The new one spun so much easier. And it's an inexpensive part to replace.

[@deeb5688]

Bissell vaccums used to be super durable and strong and the belts didn't break, they were wonderful back in the day, they lasted forever, what happened to the new ones????

[@MrMscamarogirl97]

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[@NormanTiner]

honestly they probably made them weaker as a "safety precaution".

[@rayzewiz8197]

It's called planned obsolescence. They build products to only last a certain amount of time so people have to come back for replacements.

[@Pigglet4056]

China, thats what happened. They still clean decent ish tho.

[@Toolness1]

My original belt has been going strong for like 4 years even with a long hair cat in the house. I'm about to replace the belt and brush but they are both intact. Just starting to slow because I think there's hair built up and the brush isn't spinning as good as it should.

[@dmbgurl8]

I knew my belt was broken and I'm not your average woman, I like diagnosing and fixing stuff myself first if possible and I do 90 percent of the time. Once I got the old belt off, got the new one on and almost instantly same problem so figured something was stressing the belt really bad and one assumption about the brush roller led me to another guys video which confirmed my suspicion about the ball bearing in the roller caps and this video went even further showing how easy it should spin... gotta order new brush roller MINE WONT SPIN AT ALL... THANKS

[@A.A.Love7]

This is a great, quick vid. Took 3 minutes (that includes the time it took to find my screwdriver) and done. So Easy!!! And cheap to fix!

[@tarrynf2011]

Thank you!! That was very simple

[@muzammilriyaz]

Do I need to put lubricant? My belt burned off within few mins of use after replacing it

[@harleyquinn5774]

I do get the new belt to stop rolling out of place when the vacuum is on?

[@souravmukherjee01]

Excellent video. Can you show how to check and replace the filter if that requires to get changed?

[@lambnathan97]

Is there a way to disassemble the brush roll itself? Mine does not spin as easily and I don’t want to get a replacement .

[@greenanon4984]

Did you find a solution?

[@BetterEveryDayYouTube]

What if the bar (that the belt sits on) is rusty and rough? I've had the vacuum for less than a year. Why is it rusty? And can I still put a new belt on it? Is there a way to remove the bar and sand it?

[@gleem1751]

Part number Model No 32074 Style 9 Drive Belt Note, there may be a number on the belt showing 3031120, this is the compatible belt. Time mark 0:58

[@Tls_oz]

Had for 3 months and belt started slipping now the brush won't even spin and makes any belt slip and start smoking....

[@nova31337]

Most likely the bearings in the roller brush itself is breaking down and making the belt try harder to turn it. It's why in the video they say to spin the roller brush to make sure it spins freely, if it doesn't the bearings have worn out and the roller, not the belt, needs replacing. Hope that helps someone.

[@diegomartinez9887]

Very useful, thank you

[@Sara-hz9zk]

Mine was working great til I cleaned the brush the other day. Reinstalled per this video and now the brush won’t turn and it’s spitting/smoking. Ugh.

[@SHSGUARDROCKS]

Belt broke on my vacuum. Replaced. And now the brush sounds like it's hitting the insides when running even though everything is attached correctly

[@AvenueD417]

Belt broke after 4 months, are there more durable aftermarket belts? I don’t want to keep using the same belt type if it’s not going to last

[@debbieyates5725]

Of course bissell didn’t answer

[@carriejames5038]

Good to know this

[@itimmy101]

Ok i did everything just like the video suggests, BUT the brush still won't work. And yes, i flipped the brush switch "on" in case you happened to ask if i did. Please help!

[@MrTrashcan1]

The roller on mine is out of kilter--one end is not spinning concentrically. I was hoping for a fix, but I guess these days it's just throw out and replace. Guess I can't complain it was a refurb for which I paid much less, so just karma getting even.

[@JimHawking-]

Wouldn’t say karma, you’re not bad for getting a better deal lol. Just certain risks that follow.

[@theravirgin1895]

Thanks

[@jessicaoakes6173]

I own a Powerlifter rewind pet. I did exactly what was done in the video but unfortunately during the process I dropped the vacuum onto the carpet from about two feet high and when I did a small rectangular piece of metal called a "vacuum rib shoe" came off. I do not know where it came off the vacuum at and can not find anywhere online to tell me where it goes.

[@joansterling4844]

Have had two bissell sweepers. Nothing but problems. Never again

[@charaaron2794]

I just got apowerforce helix Bissell the brush won't turn what to do?

[@wellokayyes1266]

Love your voice 🌼

[@ritacarter8200]

Where can I find a new roller

[@karlalomeli8086]

extremely helpful thank you!!!!!

[@nkystevep7007]

Brush roll broke after 5 months of lite use, had to pull out my old vacuum.

[@dansouza6284]

Any link to this exact belt?

[@marshallhjones4]

I just bought this model like 2 months ago, Maybe only used it 5 times. The belts already broke.

[@Jimbot_]

Thank you

[@tammy5982]

Would be nice to know the size of the vacuum belt.

[@sneezintits2354]

Bissell 7/9/10 replacement belt. That's the one I bought and it fit. 2pk for under $10 on Amazon. Hope this helps if you still weren't sure

[@vanthachhim]

My bissel brush and belt broke after less than 12 months of use.

[@ruwaydafavron7676]

Thanks

[@freedomofspeech5851]

It has to be more than just that. What about maybe a built in switch somewhere else. I am going to dissect mine and see what happens. I have only had it for 2 years. I guess they dont make them like they used to. But it should not have stopped working so soon.

[@Iookitstony]

So what did you find?

[@emilyveronicam]

You should list the part number. I bought one off Amazon,, too small bad idea I called the 800 number on the vacuum and ordered. I tried to put it on, it is longer so I thought it would be ok. NO! It won't even stretch.

[@muhammadchaudry1393]

👌

[@feliciahardy9723]

Mine still doesn't work. And it ruined the new vacuum belt.

[@marye8762]

This Vacuum stop spinning three minutes after I started using it. I'll just get my money back. I'm not in the mood to remove six screws on the first ie. Back to Shark it is!!

[@caramelkimmiekim8272]

Exactly i had mines for 4 days already the cord tangled

[@jakethomas13]

Mine has 7 screws. 1 right by the brush

[@gabrealzapata7750]

Where can I buy a new belt?

[@LynneAnn51]

Amazon 👍. I just ordered 2 and received them in 1 day. 😉

[@twcclassics]

The belt broke on mine after only two uses!

[@joebates93]

Wait that thing is supposed to spin??? I don't think mine ever did...

[@deeb5688]

belt broke after having it for 4 months

[@valiantmbua188]

If you belt is damaged just tape the damaged areas and it should work for about another week

[@thecommonsenseconservative5576]

If anyone needs to clean their Brush to get more life out of it I made a video. This model is outdated so hard to get one.

[@sobanosilva8585]

there weer no screws taped to the handle

[@blink182topfan]

Instead of replacing the brush roll bc it doesn’t spin freely. Try cleaning it more.

[@Zona_Boy_Records]

These vacuumes are shit. I've replaced 4 belts that they didn't even manufacture anymore so I had to track them down through mom and pop stores that sold old hardware and there's a metal clip near the belt that is supposed to keep the belt from sliding to the right which they Don't tell you and it pops off occasionally. The brush stops spinning after awhile as well which leads to the belts overheating to and breaking.

[@tiffanyisaacson1407]

I did it and it broke again worse vacuum ever 😫 don't use great value belts either it smoked .

[@deeb5688]

where do I purchase the belt, where do I purchase the belt, you could give us some ideas!!

[@KingdomWolf2351]

I found mine at Walmart today. It'll be in the same section as the vacuums. I found mine at the top shelf. It wasn't THE bissel brand, but it came in a two pack. There are numbers in the belt. So just find the pack that has the same numbers as it and you'll be set.

[@Rockdog333]

Amazon has them frequently

[@derrickrichard265]

Have replaced the belt twice now. The issue is the brush roll just funnels pet hair and debris into the roller drive belt until it clogs and slips/jams. Even after cleaning it out it will be clogged again within 5-10 minutes of use. Garbage product.

[@ckkkkkkkk]

it is ABSURDLY difficult to place the base housing back together after you clean the roller (especially if the black bottom cover underneath the roller decides to pop off too). i'm trying to clean my house not do a fucking puzzle my guys

[@dawnscans3854]

Thank you for the laugh while I try to figure this thing out!

[@TJKLOUTSE]

Unbelievable. How can you call this a pet vacuum when the belts break due to dog hair. Garbage so dissatisfied, I will never buy this brand again. I wi

[@Mrampley2171]

Boo hoo

[@MizMods]

@@Mrampley2171 we have tons of pet hair(cats and dogs) and have had no issues in over a year and a half.

[@freedomofspeech5851]

Same here! I always clean the brush and remove any hair or threads from it. I also wash and dry the filter. A darn belt? Ridiculous. I will not buy either.

[@freedomofspeech5851]

No apology for those of us who clean regularly..Not necessarily because we have pets or a large household. It might be good for people who rarely use it.

[@f.c.junglebuffs9794]

Belt broke within about an hour of use.

[@lindaweller5351]

I've had mine new for 2 years now & belt broke.Its true back when I was a kid (and that was awhile ago ) My Mom had a vacuum for 165 to 20 years! Why do yall make everything so cheap nowadays? You'd think 50 years later they would be made more durable WTF?????

[@lindaweller5351]

Meant to say 15 to 20 years lol

[@rosarentas8844]

Español, please

[@ArcaneGaming]

My bissel broke after 20 fucking minutes of use!

[@np6869]

I've had my vacuum for a month and already broke a belt. There is a major design flaw in my opinion. After vacuuming even a small amount, dog fur wrapped itself around the belt. Seems to me the belt should be sealed off by itself so it's not to accumulate debris. At this point it looks like I'm going to have to take it apart after each use. Wish I never would have bought this thing it's a piece of junk.

[@eighties863]

Right

[@MommyandMelanie]

The brush broke and then snapped the belt after 6 months of having it. Piece of trash vacuum

[@igmiamifozzz1025]

This vacuum sucks! What a HUGE waste of money, total piece of shit… Vacuum did not last very long, now Bissell wants me to replace the brush roll or belt 🤦‍♂️ what a joke!

[@tiredoldman5329]

The Bissell is junk! The bearing in the brush rusts and then falls apart. Bissell will not replace it. Good luck!

[@joshuapowell1868]

Bagles vacuum cleaners are more of a problem now days it causes problem's on people's health and bagged vacuum cleaners are more healthy and more out doing y'all's bagles vacuum cleaners

[@caramelkimmiekim8272]

That's too much work

[@playgroundchooser]

The brush bar is HOT GARBAGE. Plastic on plastic "bearing" and completely unserviceable. It it gets just a tiny bit hot, boom. $25 down the drain. 🤬 Again, 🔥🗑

[@Catdadonamission]

This is too much.