Sebo Felix Classic Vacuum Cleaner Fault Finding & First Look

[@tig8440]

The sebo vacuum I have had power head problems like your and the switch where the hose sits was sticking. Wouldn't have thought to looked there if I didn't watch your video. Brilliant mate. Good video! Thank you!

[@poulin]

Thank you so much you fixed my problem it was that switch I didn't have it put in all the way what a relief you cannot believe how happy I am for this video

[@teseglet]

A year ago I bought a used Classic also. After a month the powerhead stopped working. I took to the shop and for $80US they got it working but unfortunately the brown connector on the powerhead was replaced with a grey one. Very disappointing. Several weeks later I started having powerhead issues again, but this time clearly related to the hose insert. I decided to try to fix by myself. It turns out the little switch inside the hose receptacle was attached to a microswitch piece that was loosely screwed and wiggled. After tightening a screw on the microswitch assembly I have had no issues for a year. Makes me wonder if the original fix was mis-diagnosed. Great vacuum. I did replace the brush roll, external and internal filter and hose... replacing the cream hose with another really got rid of a little bit of stink the vacuum made when first received and made the whole vacuum look more new. Very classy looking vacuum.

[@nicko5945]

I love the look of the classic Felix’s. I have all the different pattern filter covers and I love the look of the classic filter on my Rosso Felix. Can’t get enough of your Sebo vids Roger. Keep up the great work.

[@mecitkalkan8857]

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[@mecitkalkan8857]

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[@enpianisti]

In the older models the microswitch is too short, exactly as short as yours, but it was made so. It's not blocked at all. In the new models they have made it longer.There is nothing wrong with yours. I have 2 ; one new and one old . That's why I know this.

[@donnykh1979]

Your video just saved me by identifying that microswitch. I was in a panic. Thank you.

[@mikearrigo5674]

I'm mostly a canister person, the Felix is the one upright I have in my collection and I love it. In my opinion it is one of the best if not the best uprights on the market. I bought mine earlier this year and at least on the United States version, it does still have the microswitch and the power head will not work when the hose is removed.

[@excelsior2708]

I wish sebo still made that classic style like that. It was very retro and classy looking.

[@nickliovich]

Do you know if there is a difference between this model and the newer ones? I love this look too! Reminds me of the 70s.

[@heeheeriah]

@@nickliovich The modern ones have a lower rated motor (EU regulations) and the moulding on the handle is a bit different. Other than that it's all the same

[@stevejones1972]

Just checked on my 2013 model Felix Rosso (pre EU regs) and it has the microswitch in the hose cuff dock. The switch is very sensitive, and only has to be pressed in slightly to engage the powerhead, so the hose doesnt even need to be in fully for the powerhead to come on. If yours is not working even with the hose fully pushed in, then the switch or its actuating lever are faulty.

[@m80tmm]

I bought one on your advice and it’s the best vacuum I’ve purchased. Thanks Roger

[@andrewdking]

I've owned two of these Felixes. My ex-wife threw the first one away for no apparent reason. There again she also threw away a perfectly good cost a fortune Miele washing machine. Anyway, you've shown me a few things I never noticed before, like the handle stem is height adjustable and patterned outer cloth wrap is actually also another filter. The first one did have a known fault though. The Sebo engineer diagnosed what was wrong over the phone and then, I as an engineer myself, was quite able to fix the problem. The power cable wires over time have a habit of breaking the copper strands inside the leads as they enter the handle without cracking their insulation sheath. This can give an annoying intermittent power loss fault. A simple continuity test between each wire end and the cable plug pin will confirm or not. If confirmed, just cut off 6" cable and discard, then prepare the cut ends and rewire the individual leads back to the on/off switch connector block

[@KirbyEnthusiast]

Wow my Sister had one of these before her Kirby . What a great pick up 👍👍

[@frankguzzo5809]

Thank you! this video solved my problem about the brush not spinning!

[@print-master]

Hello , great video thanks. My sebo felix no longer steers to the right. Ive cleaned it to no avail, any ideas welcome?

[@doloresromo6376]

Thanks!! You saved me a trip to the store. 🙏

[@philliphurley3883]

I had an identical one, when it was six months old it had to.have a new suction motor. The plastic catches to open the dust bag compartment and to remove the brush roll became impossible for me to use as I have osteoarthritis. Now have a Miele C3 ecoline complete silence 700 watt.

[@westonnaylor3402]

Roger. Almost looks like they used the hose too much and wore down the end of the nozzle. Maybe now it’s not long enough to push down the switch. Hope that helps.

[@ibaisaic]

The end of the hose is the length it should be. The problem is the switch which will probably be fixed when I open up the cleaner. Hopefully I’ll have it all working for another video.

[@squirrel6158]

ive just swapped mine for a henry "extra" i found the sebo too heavy :(

[@hacksvacs6265]

I need to stop following your channel. LOL Over the years you have introduced me to many wonderful vacuum brands. Miele, Sebo, just to name a couple.. My collection is growing and my wallet is empty. Cheers to another good video.

[@audreyfforbes-hamilton]

Good detective work! 🔍🧐

[@ismaelborgdebono9392]

Hi Roger are they still making this model because 4 years ego u unboxed a new in the box one of theas in red

[@philliphurley3883]

Always secondhand Sebo cleaners on ebay if you want one.

[@steveclarke6428]

My handle switch will not 'push down' - is there a safety cut out or similar please

[@thebestvacuumcollector3676]

yayyyyy I was waiting for this video. I have done demos on my channel of the Felix. ooh and by the way I got the vogue epower one when I asked you on Facebook lol.

[@codycowan895]

Amazing video love the hoover and you

[@danthedysonguy6038]

Hi Roger, When will you be doing a dyson dc14?

[@josephmay4937]

Does sebo have a bigger motor then a ricar vacuum cleaner or vise verser

[@Bunkysworkshop]

I have one of these and love it. I should do a video on. Great 😊 video mate.

[@Rx7_karl]

Hi how are you

[@voidwalker3109]

Roger, this is what feels like the third or fourth time I’ve seen the old D4 pop up recently again. Any chance you might revisit it someday in glorious 4k? :D As someone who really shouldn’t even be considering buying another vacuum, lately I’ve been torn between it and the Miele C3 Brilliant/Homecare. I can never seem to make up my mind, and at the prices they charge here in the US, I definitely can’t have both...

[@ibaisaic]

This is not the original D4 I made a long video of a few years ago as it’s a lower wattage eco version. I am planning on making a video of the latest D4 Premium which I consider to be better than the Miele.

[@AuroraTigress]

Roger, I am becoming you because I've lost my box cutters. Lol

[@angeryitalianchef7251]

Its so cool! I would much rather have one of these then the Rosso version im saving for. Quick question, Have you ever considered a central vacuum for your house? Just curios. :>

[@ibaisaic]

I prefer the looks of the Rosso myself. No I have not considered a central vacuum as my house isn’t large enough and I don’t want the disruption of fitting one.

[@brucebanner2369]

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[@coltonsvacuumcollection]

Can you unbox your Roomba e5 soon please

[@anytimeDrumvideos]

Great find. I think that nozzle might be worn down or cut off a bit making it not hit the switch. You could use the large clear vacuum valve type laundry sack and put felix in with sallys volume 30 peroxide and set out in the sun a few hours. I would think it would really get the plastic to whiten a lot. . Its really nice . I want a felix someday as well. thanks for the video.

[@ibaisaic]

The end of the hose is not worn, it’s quite short. The cleaner is ivory and not supposed to be white, but some of the parts have discoloured a bit. I have new parts on order and hope to make another video on this Felix to show how I refurbish it.

[@liamhoggan6714]

i cant see a video how to reolace the belt

[@richardbilot608]

Omg my aunt had the same one a long time ago

[@NuricheTim]

love the packaging! 🤣

[@paddrivers]

These vacs are that well made you can easily put new bearings in the motor!

[@richH1625]

17:12 microswitch

[@brucebanner2369]

i Love Vacuum cleaner

[@joshuastarboy2203]

Nice hoover

[@TechArc_]

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[@HygienistDentist]

Motors that emit carbon dust 🤮 what is this, the 80’s!? And white fleece bags that get dirty on the outside!? Not with Miele

[@ibaisaic]

Miele mains powered vacuum cleaners emit carbon dust too.

[@theoddjobcentre6686]

Love your vidoes but not sure I like that vacuum

[@Peacefulprotest-121]

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[@Peacefulprotest-121]

Fufjs and start to you later on x factor and start to you later