Repairman shows How to properly clean your Dyson cleaner head DC40, DC41, DC65, UP13, UP14

[@mutensword602]

You're the best I learned a lot from this video now I can get every piece of hair stuck in that brush unit out. Thanks a lot you saved me from having to send my Dyson out just for a maintenance cleaning.

[@Oz1111]

Best I've seen so far. Thank you for telling which screw and torc bits also needed. Because I kept trying different screw bits, I stripped one of the screws and now I'm stuck with ordering the whole cleaner head assembly. Wish I had seen this video before I started trying to figure it out myself.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

ah bummer about the screw. If possible you can get a dremmel with a thin metal cutter bit and cut a notch across the screw head and then use a flat blade to unscrew it! Best of luck!

[@DarkFire1536]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video, Richard! I was getting so frustrated because I couldn't find a decent video showing how to fix my model. This was so incredibly helpful. 👍👍👍🌟🌟🌟

[@sparkyntay95]

Thank you SO very much! Extremely valuable information... informative as all get out! Especially considering we've had our DYSON'S for about 10 years, two of the animal D41's. Even though now newly educated on the matter, I fear there might be bearing issues in my future. I've gotten both vacuums wet in the bearing areas, more than I once, simply because I didn't want to risk disassembly and not putting it back together properly. The filth that accumulates under the clear plastic plate, and beyond, starts to build up and I just couldn't take it! 😵‍💫 Won't be doing that again. My take away is the wisdom to know better now, which is reward enough in itself... much appreciated! 💋

[@chrischisnall6966]

Great video, clear and concise and thank you for telling us which driver size and type to use.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

YW thanks for the comment!

[@LS11971]

Figures this video shows up in my feed after I already did the same procedure. I also removed the little guide rollers because they were packed with hair with a U shaped pick and also removed the dust covers on the roller bearings, cleaned them and re-packed with lithium grease then reinstalled the dust covers. Super quiet and smooth now like it used to be when it was new.

[@shirley4117]

I have a DC43 Animal that has been making squeaky sounds when I vacuumed. I bought a T10 and T15 screwdriver and dismantled the brush bar. I think the squeaking was because the end piece that the screw goes into had broken off from the rest of the short brush roll. And I discovered the cap that was on the long brush bar wasn't spinning easily so I switched them around and now I've got a good working long brush roll. Ultimately, I had to order a new brush bar. Great detailed video. It really gave me the confidence to take the brush bar out and check it. I also found the canister cleaning video helpful too. Thanks so much for the videos!

[@moviemonkey11]

I just watched two of your videos and bought a torx screw driver set as a result. Thanks.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

You’re welcome!

[@theresabarnes2608]

I’ve always wanted to know how to clean this on my vacuum cleaner and you made it seem so easy thank you.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

You're welcome!

[@lslone3615]

Thank you for this! I just cleaned my UP14 thoroughly except for this part. I didn't do it because I wasn't sure I could do it properly. Now I can! Only thing that might be helpful is to list in your description the tools used. It'd make it easier for us so we could get our tools together prior to doing this and be able to go through the video with you non-stop. But that's just me. 😆 Thanks again & God bless you and your family.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

that's a really helpful suggestion. Thank you! I will keep that in mind for my next video. :)

[@gerardmcsorley7749]

Good ,clear video to show how to maintain the roller bar for optimum cleaning.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Thank you!

[@imranasghar2667]

Very good video and detailed. Just what you need for proper maintenance of the brush head. I bought a second hand machine and actually went as far as removing the motor and assembly which was full of hair and grit. The difficult thing is remembering how to put pack together but take regular photos and you should. E ok. You would only need to do this in extreme circumstances. Took me about 3 hours. Brush head as good as new. I also oiled the brush bearings. Hope this helps.

[@sparkyntay95]

Thanks!

[@jimmatthews5354]

Excellent video - just what I needed - very unusual these days !

[@veexisxme]

Great tips and showing work at very good pace. Perfect for newbs like me following along.

[@denisegriswold6147]

Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou!! Terrific video and so appreciate the sizes of the torc bits and screw heads.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

YW thanks for the comment! :)

[@jimmymahone5420]

Still trying to find a video with a clear image of how you position the three tabs on the bottom plate.

[@jeraldtaylor8263]

Thanks for the video - This was exactly what I needed to get my vacuum head working again!

[@DANNYN224]

Can you show us a how to how to replace the yoke wiring loom that is the dc40 fatal flaw with the brush not spinning

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

oh man that's a complicated one. Is that part even available currently? If so I suppose I can get it on my list of videos to make. Thanks for the request!

[@boyka1827]

Nice video, but I guess mine already broken where the spindle at. One of the spindles was broken and I found lots of hair that burned into the plastic spindle

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Bummer. Now you how to prevent that in the future.

[@mfotos8549]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time. I was wondering why you did not lubricate the bearings after cleaning (or maybe I missed that part), any harm in doing so? Thanks.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Thanks! I will lubricate them if needed. In this case it wasn’t necessary.

[@madhukarpatel4502]

Very well explained

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Thanks! :)

A lifesaver of a video..... Thank you!

[@MrTjelden]

Great video.. wanted to know the dry time or what you recommended.

[@brettmagnuson8318]

If it's got some air flow on it some of these parts can dry inside a half hour. Just use your own discretion and you will be good! :)

[@jamessheldon9472]

Exceptional resource!!! My floor tool for the D66 started sounding like a jet plane - terrible vibration and noise but the brush bar seems to spin just fine. I was able to use this video, and with some borrowed torx tools I took the brush bar assembly completely apart - there was all kinds of hair stuck in the ends and the very inner spindles - it looked brand new by the time I was finished cleaning it out and reassembled. Sadly my jet plane noise is STILL happening. I am 3 months off warranty - It took 2 phone calls and some pleading but Dyson agreed to send me a new floor tool assembly no charge ....do you think a brand new floor tool will fix the issue or is a loud and noisy vibrating floor tool a symptom of a bigger issue 😬.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Hmmm based on your description that sounds like you could have a blockage. However, It’s nearly impossible to properly diagnose a vacuum issue without seeing it in person. Perhaps taking in to your local vac shop for an estimate might be a good option. Best of luck sir!

[@mattrika4874]

Excellent video! I take it that after cleaning like you showed, if the head will still not spin then the bearing has seized? I noticed when dis-assembling and re-assembling that I didn't need to use the pliers and the brush would not move. Hoping I don't have to replace the whole expensive head unit.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

That is correct. If the head does not spin, then you likely have a seized bearing and replacing the brushroll assembly is the next step for you. Before you do that, you can attach it to the vacuum with the brushroll removed and turn it on (and put the unit in the back position with the carpet mode on) to be sure the motor is indeed spinning. If it is then order a new brushroll.

[@mattrika4874]

@@richardsvacuumcenter Thank you very much for your prompt reply. I will try your suggestion.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

@@mattrika4874 yw. let me know if you were able to get it fixed!

[@mattrika4874]

@@richardsvacuumcenter Hi investigation revealed a jammed brushbar. Pieces of carbon brushes fell out confirming the smell of electrical burning. Looks like the motor part cannot be replaced, so I have contacted Dyson UK to see if it is covered by warranty. Stay tuned.................!

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

@@mattrika4874 Yeah the cleanerhead will need to be replaced. If it is under warranty then you can go that route.

[@detroit06]

Can you please help? Where does the small black part that looks like a screw can go in it go to? It says 'Dyson 11-6206' on it. For multifloor 2. Please google a picture of it. Thanks.

[@mikehuffman7006]

Great video. I wish I had watched this before taking my UP13 apart. How does one go about replacing the wheels on the soleplate and specifically the one wheel that's under that center bearing assembly? Thanks, in advance.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Unfortunately that wheel isn't something that you can even purchase. :/ The way it's designed, depending on the version you have, the whole motor assembly must be removed, then the belt cover needs to come off. The axle is sandwhiched between the two black cases that hold the drive assembly. But since the wheel and axle are not available, it's kind of pointless to attempt to replace it. Most break and fall out before that anyways.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

I just posted a new video detailing that center wheel clean out. Working on uploading another one because there is two different ways the must be taken apart based on the model number

[@roxanneg6749]

How often would you recommend doing a full cleaning of the bearings? House with a cat, dog, and two long hair humans :) thank you!

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

I would start with checking them every 3 months or so and then based on how much you find after 3 months adjusting your frequency accordingly. It can vary from person to person.

[@jeffagster3985]

My longer side is not spinning when the vacuum runs. Could that be the motor housing?

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Could be. The spindle might have stripped out.

[@StellaCarey]

What if my DC41 doesn’t have those two red clips to open the roller head.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Then it will be grey knobs on the top side of the cleaner head.

[@itsvijayid]

My DC 40 brush head suddenly stopped spinning I have cleaned every part as mentioned with no luck. So went little ahead removed whole motor and power supply to it. Before doing it I had little copper bit fell off and still not working any suggestions?

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Sounds like the motor is bad. If copper pieces fell out that’s a bad sign.

[@MrShowwoff]

Thanks for the insight and help

[@richardhinchey1999]

be nice to know how to change those bearings?!

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

the bearings are not available from dyson however the entire brushroll assembly is including new bearings. if the bearings have failed, in many cases the plastic around the bearings is deformed from too much heat so it necessitates an new brushroll anyways. hope that makes sense.

[@harshmalhotra6386]

Hi, It's great video. I have my right brush (Smaller side) does not rotate since last week. I tried to clean as shown on this video and thought it will be start working but could not get success. Good thing is I cleaned my brushes after 3 years properly. please suggest the right way to work this Right side properly. Appreciate your help on this. Thanks in Advance Harsh

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

It’s likely that the bearing is seized up. I would recommend replacing the brush roll assembly.

[@alphonsohoward6795]

Excellent tutorial!!

[@matthewjohnston1017]

I have been using silicone spray for cleaning plastic parts. Would you recommend this for Dyson vacuum cleaning?

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Ummm I wouldn't use that if it was me just because it can leave residue on the parts that may come off onto your rugs and carpets.

[@longcoat000]

This and the canister clean out were incredibly useful. I’m going to perform some of this maintenance as soon as I replace the yoke on my DC41 this morning.

[@bookreader1339]

Richard, thank you. I've a broken spindle - wished was available as a replacement part instead of the entire cleaner head assembly ( part No.s 965919-01, 966871-01, 970340-01) for DC 65.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Yeah bummer 😕

[@harshmalhotra6386]

Hi, Sorry to mention, I have DC 65 animal complete model. Thanks Harsh

[@caseywagnor404]

Thank you so much!!

[@danielyang8115]

Is there a way to clean the active base plate?

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

You can wash it as one assembly. I use specific brushes and pressurized water to get into cracks and crevices. It always turns out looking great when I do it that way. I don't personally recommend taking that assembly apart.

[@eclaire122]

Thanks so much! I just cleaned my DC51 Animal! Yay! And ewww.... soooo dirty.

[@davewarburton4074]

Really useful. Thanks!

[@thepie4052]

Great vid, thank you….

[@sowkiam]

Very helpful

[@DT-fh9ft]

THANK YOU 😊!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrVinojack]

Very informative thanks.

[@scotthulder]

Great video.

[@kapildevsharma5708]

Hi, i just bought brand new purple brush for my DC55 from Dyson and successfully replaced it but unfortunately it keeps stopping after i start the vaccum, it spins for maybe 1sec and then stops! Have i missed something? or do i have to replace the complete removable power cleaner head? And this is the best video on YT for cleaning up the Dyson's power cleaning head Thank You so much.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Yeah unfortunately you may have seized up inner bearings which is causing the motor to trip off. I can’t guarantee that till I could see it and test it myself so just know that it’s a guess. It may be worth paying a local vac guy to confirm that before you invest in a whole new head.

[@kapildevsharma5708]

@@richardsvacuumcenter Thank you for your quick reply, today i have disassemble it and cleaned it inside out but unfortunately it's still the same. But you were correct as there was lot of buildup of hair in the inner bearings which may have caused seized up inner bearings and it looks like all that buildup of hair may have caused damage to the motor which i also cleaned but no luck for me as it's still same😬. Thanks again.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

@@kapildevsharma5708 no worries. That’s why doing this routinely will help you prevent it from happening again

[@Apple-se6zh]

The breshs don't spin

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Might have a bad motor or circuit board.

[@RichardL.Haight]

Very Helpful!

[@jedklang]

Very useful I just did my animal 2

[@daylorthebikermom]

Thank you

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

yw!

[@carlthornton3076]

Very Good!

[@1vw4me]

Pneumatic gun? Damn bro, get yourself a 12v BOSCH, RIDGID, etc. Thank me later.

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

😂 it’s been so reliable (14 years and no failures and no maintenance cost)! Plus I use compressed air all the time! Cordless is nice though. I agree. I would probably misplace it all the time though so sometimes it being connected to something is beneficial. Lol

[@user-ss5fz4dp7y]

You

[@kevintomman1277]

Piss poor design, I have replaced my powerhead 3 times, buying a different vaccuum thats not a POS

[@richardsvacuumcenter]

Miele or riccar.

[@valkeriefire9928]

Great video. Thanks.

[@sturkfeld]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@flhtcMe]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@luismadeTBP]

Very helpful. Thank you!!!