Shark Powered Lift Away Maintenance Tips Loss Of Suction & Performance

In this video I show you a few things you can do to fix loss of suction and performance for the Shark Powered Lift Away upright vacuum cleaners.
Always disconnect from the power supply before attempting any of the tips I show you in this video.

[@jimc.9965]

Vacuum cleaner companies need to hire this gentleman to show consumers how to maintenance their vacuum cleaners. Thank you for the step-by-step procedures; well done!

[@TammySmith-vf7ez]

Why can't all videos explain things this well? Thank you, sir! You saved my vacuum and my money!

[@deborahnorman8074]

I’ve had my Shark for years & never once thought about cleaning a filter... Holy Cow! It looked like swamp water coming out of my filters🤢...this video was extremely informative & I’m embarrassed at my lack of vacuum maintenance awareness! Won’t happen again, thanks to this!! 🙌🏼

[@angelamarie1966]

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[@nopefranks1154]

Its like the advert says. Who cleans the cleaner.

[@shermanchristensen1747]

Very thorough video. I thought my 2 year machine was permanently broken, but once you showed me ALL the areas that needed to be cleaned and how they look when they are clean, now my machine is working like new! Thank you!

[@berniephilip5976]

My Shark was spitting crumbs at me and I had no idea why. Watched this video and it’s working like new again. Thank you.

[@polishmehappy]

Kind sir, thank you for saving my Shark. I had done all the steps, new filters, cleaned brush roll, etc. Had it squeaky clean and yet it had no suction. Because of you I checked the hose! It was incredibly clogged, i pulled out all the packed junk with a 12 inch wire w/tiny hook on the tip (made it myself with dental tools from the 70s). So much stuff came out!. Once battery went through the hose, and I assembled machine back, it worked like it was brand new! No damage caused to the hose because my wire rig was tiny and I was gentle.

[@melindaharris3261]

Thank you for sharing these tips! It definitely helped me with maintaining my shark vacuum. I have never been this thorough with maintenance. I appreciate you sharing and your expertise!

[@nazahmed4657]

Excellent video! I thought mine was knackered. Was saving to buy another hoover. Very clear, step by step it was so easy to follow. I never knew you could pull a hoover apart like that!

[@cyndie9063]

Your video helped a lot. I was about to throw my vacuum away. I followed every steps and now it’s working fine. Thank you.

[@paulavonbestenbostel7645]

Very well thought out and presented brilliantly. Clear and acurate descriptions and very easy to follow. Only wish manufacturer's videos and instructions were on the same informative level. 👏👏👏 Thank you very much for your time. Edit: Oh and I especially wanted to thank you for your battery tip... brilliant idea.

[@dylanmartinez1052]

Thank you very much for this well presented and easy to understand video. You have saved me a ton of bother - my Shark is now unclogged and working again. And I now know how to look after it too. You're a star!

[@aquaopa1]

Great video! Found what the issue was with the suction because of this video! (there was a huge clog in the cleaner head) Thank you!

[@vanessaarteaga502]

I’m so glad you made this video, a plastic coin the exact size of the hose was stuck in my vacuum. I was able to take it out! Thanks a bunch!

[@SadieReadsAgain]

Thanks so much for this!! couldn't figure out why my suction was so bad, until your video showed me the little hose behind the brushes - it was packed solid! Did a deep clean and can't wait to try it out when the filters are dry!

[@AJennings822]

Thank you so very much! I had a shark (diff model) that was really loud and lost suction. Performed maintenance, found a clog, and it works great now!

[@sheyi4431]

Thank you so much for the clear details. Saw this in January 2022 and following your directions saved me from needing to buy a new vacuum cleaner.

[@colorfunch]

This is a lifesaver! My teenager clogged up the vacuum and i had never used the vacuum but these instruction helped me fix the problem. Thank you!

[@bridget756]

Thank you good sir! You just solved our loss of suction issue. Roller wheel was extremely clogged with dog hair and carpet freshener powder was built up in hoses. Everything was cleaned and unclogged and yet there was no suction. I pulled up your video and you showed the motor exhaust filter --- the exhaust filter was totally clogged with carpet freshener and didn't suck - feared the motor was blown😦. Banged the filter semi clean and Voila! DO NOT USE POWDERED CARPET FRESHENER in these vacuums! Thank you so much for showing ALL the nooks and crannies on this vacuum!

[@jadieblah1]

Great video! We moved house and have been doing lots of work, we only bought our shark hoover last year and it’s been through a tough few months lol I’ve just cleaned all my filters and can’t wait to try it tomorrow! I hope it feels as good as new again. Sure does look it. I’ve text my partner to say I’ve dismantled the hoover - his reply was I hope you know how to put it all back together. I said yes! The video covers everything!

[@jeffreyrobillard5037]

Just used your video again to check over my 5 year old model. Still works like a champ! Thank you again for posting this 😊

[@ganjagranny4208]

Just bought myself this here Shark. I'm telling you I've NEVER been so happy. There's nothing this vaccum cannot do. Thank you for the very informative video. Cheers, Blessings to all💨🤟👍✌️

[@chaudhrysalil0112]

One of the best videos i saw on youtube. Very informative regarding how to clean vaccum. Infact tips are simple to follow and should be done as routine maintenance of the vaccum.

[@mariafigueroa5134]

Thank you so much. I used your battery tip and was able to determine that there was a blockage in the hose. After much shaking and dropping a roll a nickels I was able to clear the blockage.

[@ASMRcleaning]

I love my Shark but it's such high maintenance. These definitely require more upkeep than any other vacuum I've owned. I haven't washed the front filter yet but I will now I've seen this video. I was always unsure of how to do that. Thanks, great video.

[@nursewhitman1]

Thank you so much! My vacuum was barely working and I found the blockage (glass my son cleaned up). I really appreciate you making this video!

[@anajackson9767]

Thank you for making a daunting, dirty task so easy to do!

[@ffimr88]

Followed this step by step until I found a blockage and was able to restore my vacuum’s performance. Great video.

[@alangriffey8947]

Thanks so much! If no suction try all these points first before new motor or new bottom hose. With me I found it was the wand jammed packed full of matted dust and hair from top to bottom. The plastic nodule inside the wand gave it something to build up on. You've saved me the price of buying a new cleaner.

[@UltimaMan]

Amazing video, this helped us fix our shark. Really easy to follow and now I feel confident about maintenance. Thanks!

[@dianelewison1781]

Excellent video-very clear and concise instructions. Thank you for enabling me to restore my Shark vacuum. You're the best!!

[@annabloss]

thanks you told me lots more than the other 5 video's i watched...i got my as a gift as my friend has gone to USA to live....now i just got to try to work it, she has extra items about 10 items, still boxed up, she had never used...Its like brand new....here we go !!! cheers

[@michelledavis7728]

Thank you for this video! Helped me find my blockage. I thought I knew everything about Shark vacuums, being the brand we used in working in a house cleaning business.

[@user-sn5ox5ke6c]

Thank you very much. My sponge filter was so full of dust im surprised the cleaner picked up anything. Clear, informative instructions

[@katielamb3291]

Wow this just helped me so much I managed to unblock a massive blockage of plastic and dust in the bottom! Thank you so much

[@lymanellsworth4727]

You make cleaning this vacuum super simple, very clear cleaning instructions. Thank you!!

[@dajuggernautbish]

I have had the rotator for years and only washed out the round foam filter. The flat round filter that’s below it I never touched thinking that it couldn’t be washed. Always wanted to get to the exhaust filter but never knew how to take it off. Just kept putting it off. It’s just a vacuum. I will get around to it I kept telling myself over the years. Only lost suction one time years ago. Trash was caught in the flex hose. Easy fix. I finally bought the flat round and exhaust filter online and needed to know how to get the exhaust cover off. Which brought me to his video. My luck the first video I click and wow. Thank you very much for the very thorough explanation and cleaning process. I feel like the engineers have thought of everything and I’ve made a great purchase now.

[@bronwenrolfe2518]

I thought my shark was broken after 14 months, found this video and followed it and now my shark works like new! Thank you for making this thorough but easy to follow video.

[@TheKikuB]

Wow! Great video. Easy to understand and will definitely extend the life of my Shark Vacuum Cleaner. Thank you!

[@rosemaryjordan2812]

Glad I watched this video. It turned out to be the exhaust filter. As soon as I took it out the vacuum ran perfectly. My vacuum had no sound when it was upright. There was no suction at all either. So glad I now know about this filter. Thankyou

[@juliuscaesar3346]

Easily the best shark maintenance video on youtube

[@jamescrawley1848]

Great video! Thank you! Cleared so much dust from the hose by unlocking the part with the roll bar! 🙌

[@Anna-ks3mn]

Absolutely amazing video! I have taken the Shark apart for cleaning before. But had no idea about the 3 screw like opening at the foot. Long haired human here.. i always wondered there must be an easier way than pulling my hair out (pun intended). Thankyou so much!

[@jensmith3597]

This video has saved me a lot of money; it is so simple to follow. Shark should use this video for advice to customers on maintenance. I really thought that I would need to buy a new vacuum. The stuff found in the hose was incredible. The vacuum now works brilliantly.

[@jimgordon926]

Thanks so much. You helped us remove a massive blockage from the hose! Now it's working fine.

[@unamulligan-quenby9855]

how did you remove the clog?

[@mariaarnold3535]

I keep coming back to ur video to check on dismantling the equipment. Thank u so very much !

[@jodiemark4643]

Thank you! I’ve managed to fix my hoover from watching your video :) I was just about to buy a new one so you have saved me money!

[@khaledasadat9565]

Thank you so much for this video it was pretty helpful to me I almost threw away my vacuum , just in case search how fix it I found out how to do it. Thanks again

[@anniep6331]

THANK YOU 😊 This was brilliantly presented and informative - my Shark was prob at 10% and was about to buy a new vacuum. Easy to follow. I really appreciate the time you invested in sharing this information. I rarely leave comments but when someone goes out of their way to make a huge difference…! ❤

[@Bob_Betty]

Thank you 👍🏻. This is the first video I've watched on the subject having gone through all the filters already. So it's good to know that I found all the filters just through going over the machine and there's a few other bits I found that made it easier to get to the hoses. The part where you said drop a big battery through the hose was fantastic advice, something I hadn't thought of. And promptly I found out where the blockage was! I put a 3.7 volt 3000mah battery through and it promptly got stuck, So using the old windmill technique it helps to dislodge the blockage and a flat tooth screwdriver. So a massive thank you to you for posting this video, brilliant job, You're a star. ❤

[@ibaisaic]

Thanks.

[@jeanw2018]

Thank you for this video. I couldn’t figure out how to get the exhaust filter off. Now my shark is fresh and ready to go!

[@janebishop8074]

Excellent video, well explained, not dragged out. To the point. Thank you!

[@mrforeveryoung6411]

Check you upper handle hose before going any further with a flash light to make sure you see lights from end to end. Mine was clogged so bad I ran pressure water through it. I used blow dryer to dry inside and after a few minutes "bravo" :)) The "dead horse" woke up and ready to work:)) Very impressive videos and everyone's feedbacks what makes this works for everyone:)) Happy holiday two weeks away from Christmas.

[@Wigglythegreat2]

Great video. I have a slightly different model, the Shark Apex, but it is still similar with the filters. I didn't know that you could also wash the Heppa outtake filter also. That's great to see. I've had it about six months and so far so good

[@anoifify]

The very first place he said to check for a blockage was where my problem was. I was very happy to fix this using the you tuber's guide. Thankyou

[@andylynn7884]

I'm not kidding, but keeping a clean vacuum cleaner is my bag baby and I love this channel.

[@michaelgreenfield8484]

Thanks a million, after watching your video, I unclogged the vacuum! It's back at 100%!

[@pauljs75]

A trick for cleaning the hose and wand after separating them is to get a piece of small rope longer than those, and tie it to a cleaning rag. Dampen the rag with a bit of a mild multi-purpose cleaner or slightly soapy water. Then run the rope through to the other end, and wad up the rag a bit as you stuff it in the hose or tube. Should be some friction, but not to the point where it's difficult to pull through. Thus you can get the insides of those pretty clean with a few passes pulling the rag all the way through like that if there was anything sticking on there. Also make sure things are thoroughly dry before using it again. Different than dealing with big clogs, but will deal with any moldy/musty smells still coming from the vac if the lower parts have already been cleaned. Also if plastics on floor attachments or wheel rubber gets dirty with anything sticky, a cloth sprayed with foaming tub/shower cleaner will do a bang-up job on them. Let it dampen those spots for a bit, and it should wipe off real easy a few minutes later. A lot of modern showers have a molded plastic liner, so that cleaner tends to be safe on plastics even though it's strong at breaking up dirt and gummy stuff. You may want to wear gloves for that though.

[@sal3390]

This video saved my vacuum. I could not believe how clogged up the wand was. Thank you.

[@lowalita]

Thank you so much! Our Hoover is so clean. Going to give it a go tomorrow and see if the pick up is any better. There were blockages so hoping it will help 😎

[@elliediffer9749]

My model does not glide model NV602ukt66

[@Bigshoots86]

Ditch the Chinese hoover, Shark is american made

[@WX-78]

Racist.

[@kosmotheprotogen]

I am 13 Year old boy who loves washing machines / vaccum cleaners and thanks to you my mom agreed to buy our first Numatic even tho that everyone said they are poor quality but i disagreed and well now we have for almost 7 years Henry 160 :) still doing great and we change bag in ours once a year due to 7L capacity it has :) i also got recently Roomba i7+ it is a bit drunk but eh it vaccums very well even tho it's drunk xD Edit: Roomba got few recenty relased updates and it works fine

[@shakerramcgilberry7531]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I knew something was not right about the suctioning... Found a sock in the bottom. Thank you so much for your help!🙌

[@slorenz8]

Thanks for the video! I inspected, checked for any clogs (there were none), cleaned the canister and filters. It continued to overheat. Had it not been for your comment about the hose cracking I would not have known. My shark vacuum isn't even two years old.

[@ibaisaic]

If your hose has cracked, contact Shark as it should be still under warranty. They have changed the hose on newer machines which should have stopped the problem with the hose splitting on earlier models.

[@debbiestader470]

Finally found a video that helped me to put the hepa filter back in took it out to clean but forgot how to open the case 😂thank you very much

[@GB-ps2ik]

Thanks for the video. I regularly clean the two pre-motor filters, and was wondering if there was another I wasn't aware of. Sure enough, there was. But sadly, while finding that filter, I discovered that the small internal hose is split. I'll email Shark, but my machine is 10-11 years old, so I'm not hopeful. On the plus side, it has worked well for the past 10-11 years; this is the first problem I've had with it. Thanks again for the video.

[@SgrPlum]

You helped save my vacuum. Clog was in the hose. Thanks so much!

[@944Lucy]

Thank you so much for this very helpful and well explained video. I was able to clean and to make my vacuum cleaner work like a brand new machine!

[@Chris-nj1mr]

Great video, no messing about. Just gave my hoover a full service and its working much better. I cant believe I'm watching and commenting on hoover videos, definitely in my 30s 😂

[@settedollar]

I hear you, welcome to adult life!

[@MrWolfSnack]

lol I collect them since I was 24. 29 now.

[@dathyr1]

Thanks allot for this fine shark maintenance video. Will apply these steps to my new Apex Vacuum when it needs cleaning

[@myw_aline]

This was such a helpful video!! Thank you so much!!!

[@TheHunted09]

friggin cheeto puff took mine down found in in the wand thanks man!

[@Dan-Clark]

Top man sorted mine right out 10/10 video very informative thank you...

[@whyyoulidl]

Thanks. Your delivery was very clear, concise and informative; I'll be giving mine a clean in the week.

[@silviawardsly3061]

I was able to remove the clog! Thanks so much for this helpful video!

[@jacquelinegeary5741]

Thanks so much for this was so helpful and easy to follow instructions 👍👍

[@jeanosuna931]

Saw the video today 12/27/20 and thank you so much! Super helpful and save me from buying a new vacuum cleaner ! I followed your instructions and so glad it worked! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@ibaisaic]

Glad I could help!

[@lelabrightwell6393]

How do you replace the lower hose and the belt on the NV680 rotator lift away vac.

[@tinav4jc]

Thank you for this very informative video👍🏼

[@seanpurcell558]

Thank You for my 4 year old, now brand new vacuum cleaner!! Great Vid!!!

[@moggycampbell06]

Thanks for the video. Really helpful and informative.

[@mattmurdoch4345]

Anyone find the machine always tips over when you use the wand?

[@meechmushrooms]

OMG Yes!!!! Funny story -- one time, I leaned my Shark up against the wall in my kitchen, went to do something else, it fell down and set off the glass break detector and the alarm went off. Scared the living shit out of me. Had to explain to CPI operator (came over the loudspeaker) I don't need the police, I just dropped my stupid vacuum cleaner.

[@kathyparker7626]

yes bloody nuisance

[@saraheatonwriter]

Yes but it's still better than a Dyson!

[@y00h000]

It’s amazing how much a new filter can improve a 3 year old machine. Got this shark pet version given to us from my sister in law. It BARELY had any pull at all. Wouldn’t pick up anything from hard floors at all unless using the hose. Even then, most of it (stuff like little kitty litter rocks) just fell right back out of the hose. This thing runs like a brand new machine now. So much hair and junk getting pulled into the tank now after all 3 filters replaced.

[@sugarspunsister101]

Thank you! Very satisfying. And hoover working again!

[@lakishasnipes5680]

Thank u for this video I did every step and my vacuum is working perfect it's amazing how blocked the piece underneath was once I unlocked it

[@jennifernash9117]

really straightforward instructions - thank you!

[@orleansla]

Thank you so much! This video has helped me fix the issue!

[@sachinrulez]

Thorough, succinct and helpful. Thank you.

[@gregoryganser9443]

Very informative and well worth the full 13 minutes! Thanks!

[@jodyljohnson8515]

Enjoyed your clear, easy to follow and understand video. New subscriber here. Thank you for some great information!💞✌️

[@amypearson7966]

Thank god for this video when I get up ill do this to my hoover. Something has happened to it. It won't turn on unless u pull the handle right down but its not picking up dust. The light comes on only when the handle is down. I'll Try everything you did in the video b4 I call shark. Thanks for this video 🙂

[@Nobody_Somebody2025]

This gentleman explained each aspect of what to clean and how in an understandable manner. The visual details he provided were exceptional. Two things he mentioned made an impact on me. The first being the use of antibacterial wipes and where. Thinking of using them was too much like right. 🙄 The second thing he mentioned, and emphasized, made me gasp. I had no idea there were electrical wires in the long hose. I have the Shark Powered Lift-Away with the Anti-Allergen Seal, and my task for today was to perform an interior deep clean. The items I intended to use were close to items he stated should never be used. We’ll consider those “the things we do not mention.” Excellent, informative, and vacuum saving presentation. Thank you. Shark should have his presentation their website under the maintenance menu website, on how to clean your Shark Vacuum. But that would also fall under “too much like right.” It’s apart of how they make money. Ooh, did I thank this gentleman? Thank You!

[@bikeitsolo]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. GREAT VIDEO FOR THE SHARK AZ950UK MODEL AS WELL. And thanks for wearing socks in the video, made it very relaxing.

[@ibaisaic]

I wear socks all the time apart from in the bath and bed.

[@bradm1911]

Thank you. Saved me lots of time watching this first 😁

[@tiredrummertube]

Battery drop... to check for blockage! Nice tip. I have had too many blockages at that " internal " hose. They should have made it wider!

[@xislaboyle]

Great video, very informative - thank you

[@MoFranklin]

This was so helpful. I was about to get a new vacuum. But its good as new now

[@1stGood-Girl]

So glad I’ve been doing all the right things! Probably why it’s been great for 6 years up to now. Does the brush have a belt that turns it? Mine is not turning and I thought I’d ask before I tore it apart. It works so much better with the brush, I can’t hardly push it without the rotator working. It also doesn’t pick up much on my thick carpet with out it. I’m using my Shark Stick until I find an answer.

[@85NDanielle]

This helped a lot, suction lost was due to one of my cats toy balls caught in the to filter 😳 removed it and we're wrk'n like new again 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@juliettehanks8935]

Excellent presentation. Solved my problem! Thank you!

[@lenahughes1627]

Thanks. Had no idea on how to get my hepa filter out... all done now. 👍

[@babberoobedoo]

This was a really helpful video. Thanks very much.

[@shelbydanielle8017]

This was super helpful! Thank you!