Why is My Shark Not Sucking? -- Fix It Yourself!

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@markloria3216 10 ай бұрын

Great Video. Mine had a major clog right on the right angle in the handle- couldn't get it out with any tool- used a pressure washer down the hole and worked liked a charm!

@kimberly.thomason 10 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness! A pressure washer! That’s a first.

@isaactungate6669 8 ай бұрын

I cleaned everything and took it apart , thought were no clogs until put quarter through hose. Was able get bottle cap out of hose! Thanks for the tip!

@kimberly.thomason 8 ай бұрын

Nice work!

@isSaviorr 3 ай бұрын

You're the MVP. Vacuum working like new

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@ThePongstress 4 ай бұрын

Hi Kimberly, Thank you so much! I never thought of using the drain tool. You delivered a great video with effective tips and bright smiles, and you were so personable and that made it nice to watch.

@kimberly.thomason 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@erikrodriguez8861 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your video! I was able to trouble shoot my vaccum. It was a simple clog, but I would t have known what to do if you hadn’t of explained that I can take apart my vacuum. You are a life saver!

@kimberly.thomason 7 ай бұрын

You/re welcome!

@stevetancredi2151 10 ай бұрын

You got yourself a new fan and subscriber. While I hope I don't need Shark repair advice too frequently, I really appreciate this video. I was able to diagnose and solve the problem I had (clog in wand). I had been reluctant to take it apart as I didn't want to void the warranty, but your video broke the process down effectively for me. Thanks again!

@kimberly.thomason 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@patticarter5887 6 ай бұрын

Thanks to you, I was able to get a clog out of the hose with a plastic drain snake that I already had.

@kimberly.thomason 6 ай бұрын

Awesome!

@user-eg9dc5pi1d 4 ай бұрын

thanks so much - you are great - I have a relatively new Shark Navigator (had a smaller one before) and am familiar with most of the clog issue spots and how to get to them - but this time I had one right above the roller in the encases short hose/tube - took off the collection unit and straightened out the bebd - tried a wire and a long tool - got a long, drain unclogger with a brush on the end on sale for $2 while looking for one of the plastic ones like you were using (misplaced mine) - it worked like a charm - it was just paper tea bag tag with a bunch of light/loose pet hair collected around it, but it wouldn't budge - the brush end went through past the rollers as well - I recommend one of those on hand - a thicker dowel or thin broom handle might have worked - but I was concerned about compacting the block

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

So glad the video was helpful. Good job maintaining your shark!

@brettmaxwell8856 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your help! Penny trick showed us the clog!

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@brittanyroush1067 Жыл бұрын

On my shark navigator model nv60 all the hose and filter sand clean and no blockages but it sound like a flap internally is opening and closing causing it to loose suction. There’s a place on the side of it that says “ if sound from here becomes high pitched look for clog.” It’s not high pitched but it’s definitely sounds different. I’m at a loss. Thanks I’m advanced

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a clog to me still...usually that sound you are explaining is a clog.

@emmanuelguerrero5814 9 ай бұрын

Mine has the same issue with a flap sound and a high pitched noise. All the filters are in great clean condition but there's barely any suction. I'll comment below once I figure out what the issue was.

@TheOnyx823 7 ай бұрын

Did you ever figure this out I have the same issue

@emmanuelguerrero5814 7 ай бұрын

There was a sock stuck in my vacuum. It was in the middle of the hose so you couldn't really see.

@Savannah-ou9lv 6 ай бұрын

May I ask how you was able to see it to remove it , thanks in advance@@emmanuelguerrero5814

@chainman1256 10 ай бұрын

I'm glad I found this video, I was about to throw out my Shark rechargeable vacuum. I checked the vacuum head/ roller brush area, and sure enough it was completely clogged with dog hair (yuck). Cleared it out and it works great!

@kimberly.thomason 10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@pinkely9149 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much... The penny saved me, so brilliant👍🏼❤️

@kimberly.thomason 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@SnapReflex 5 ай бұрын

Fixed the exact problem I had. Thank you for the video!

@kimberly.thomason 2 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@phosphorous75 9 ай бұрын

I have model AX92 and it has green lights that are supposed to detect when an area of the carpet is clean from dirt, however it stopped working and is now always green. How do I fix that? Thanks for the videos!!!

@kimberly.thomason 8 ай бұрын

You will need to buy a whole new cleaner head from Shark. Shark doesn't make their vacuums repairable because they don't provide parts.

@cessliebautista11 11 ай бұрын

Shark navigator zu60 series turns on will pick up dirt but it’s just staying at the base of vaccum and not suction up into tank. Any idea what this could be searched for clogs and seems to not be clogged

@kimberly.thomason 11 ай бұрын

100% clogged somewhere or it needs its filters cleaned.

@DianePayne-z6r Жыл бұрын

Tried the penny in the hose idea. It didn't go through. We couldn't find the clog in the hose so we ran the hose through the hose and out came a sock! That fixed it. Thanks for the help.

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Great job! So glad it was helpful.

@williamschrack7904 Жыл бұрын

@@kimberly.thomason9😅😅😅

@aronkaspar6369 8 ай бұрын

Our neighbors are very persuasive trying to convince us to buy a shark. I still use my 1979 Kirby tradition. Built like a tank and besides changing brush roll belts every 3-4 years has never let me down.

@kimberly.thomason 7 ай бұрын

Everyone has their own opinions on vacuums. Just because someone likes a shark doesn’t mean you will. Stick with what you love if it’s working for you!

@darrinauxier541 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that, it helped a lot! It actually ended up being a pen somehow got pulled in and stuck in the bend (and then trapped a bunch of debris behind it). How?? No idea how a pen got into the hose in the first place.

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Sometimes those pens can be hiding under a bed or dresser and you don’t realize it’s being picked up. Glad this video helped!

@mattieedunnell5337 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. I have Shark Model UV420. How do I go about changing the brush? Thank you.

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I cannot explain that via text. I hope you found your answer.

@douglasveazey1070 Жыл бұрын

4:10 where do you find the model number on the shark?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

It usually located in the body near cord or on the base of neck?

@xxSydneyFox Жыл бұрын

The hose on mine broke in the most awkward place between the head and the body where it tilts as you show. So can't really glue or tape

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

That’s a very difficult if not impossible hose to fix or replace.

@texmikeparacords4693 4 ай бұрын

I have a shark Rocket Pro, model UZ145 26, cleaned it all out, it turns on great but no vacuum suction. Where else can I check. Cleaned out all the filters and tube's no clogs.

@kimberly.thomason 4 ай бұрын

Sounds like you did it all. Bagless vacuums lose suction and motors can lose power too.

@blessthebullys 3 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness! THANK YOU! After watching this, I dismantled my shark and found the clog in the curved hose in the handle. I need a shower now, but my Shark once again has sucking power! Thanks for the informative video!!!!

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! Good job!

@susanwelch-m6g Ай бұрын

I have no suction in the hose…. Can’t find the plug. Can I open the bottom where the brush is? I’ve cleaned the filters and the hose seemed to be clear. I think the plug is in the head….it’s a rotator professional

@kimberly.thomason 18 күн бұрын

Hope you found it!

@sharyncrawford3419 3 ай бұрын

What about when the brush is not spinning on the shark upright? Mine is similar to that one. Uv700 the red light won’t go off.

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

That usually means you need a new cleaner head.

@sharyncrawford3419 3 ай бұрын

@@kimberly.thomason oh dear ok I’m going to use it only as a canister vacuum then for the stairs, dusting high places… and use my old vacuum for carpets until I find a good one on sale. When you use the shark as a canister vacuum it bypasses the cleaner head because it lifts right off of it. I know you already know that but just in case someone’s reading this that is unaware. Great channel! Thanks so much for answering my question. 😃

@dgoode0424 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the video helped me fix mine!

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@Alisongabrielle 11 ай бұрын

Thanks. Helped me fix mine.

@kimberly.thomason 11 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@robertsimon6500 3 ай бұрын

Damm girl I never knew about the front facing filter, lets see I have had the vacuum for at least 10 years. Yes it was dirty. Kind funny Plumbing / AVHC only have a problem on the weekends, My vacuum only had a problem when I really needed it. The penny trick was a good idea as well. Cleaning all the filters did the trick, it sucks better than ever in this case that is a good thing.

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

😆😆 thank you for watching and learning!

@1992mattyowen 10 ай бұрын

I cleared out everywhere as you suggested, but still getting suction issues, mine makes a weird high pitch noise too that comes from the back of the vacuum, are small holes on the back left, like an air filter. Any idea what could cause that? Maybe the motor is shot. Shark Lift Way is the model. Same as in the video.

@kimberly.thomason 10 ай бұрын

Did you clean all the filters?

@bharadwajuma 5 ай бұрын

Thanks. It worked.

@kimberly.thomason 2 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@jnicholson061905 5 ай бұрын

I have a shark UV900, and my husband made the mistake of vacuuming an entire bag of flour that my dog busted open... i have cleaned every part i can think of. Theres no clogs in the hoses, holes, rollers, ive washed the canister, the hoses, rollers, and filters. It has no hepa filter. Ive shop vacced all i can out of the motor area, and taken it outside with all things unattached to blast flour out of the motor compartment as best i could. Any other ideas before i start tearing it open?

@jnicholson061905 5 ай бұрын

I dont see the point of paying a vacuum person to do something and pay what I'd pay to just buy a new one.

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Sounds like you covered it all. Did you figure out it?

@vacuumgeniusasmr7662 Жыл бұрын

What do you do if you still have no suction after you check the filters and for clogs?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Bring it to a repair store or we can FaceTime or Zoom with you to help you out!

@RickJackson-wn6nk 6 ай бұрын

I have a shark lift away cu510 I have cleaned all filters, checked all hoses and holes. All clean, still no suction?

@kimberly.thomason 17 күн бұрын

I suggest bringing it into a repair shop or calling Shark.

@southerndude8250 5 ай бұрын

I have the shark navigator pet model zu60. Kinda looks like the one in this video but mine has a yellow brush roller. Mine does have a clog that is being a pain to get out. It’s around the handle area and it’s compressed in that part of the hose tight. I’ve rammed a pole and all up in there and still not budging. I’m about at the point of where I just want to cut the hose and get it out of there and try to use really strong tape to mend it back together for a temp fix. Is there a way I could buy a hose and handle from you for my particular model? Or do you have any suggestions for me that I could try?

@kimberly.thomason 18 күн бұрын

Sometimes it’s so hard to remove. Hope you got it.

@paul.mcguinness6075 Жыл бұрын

Shark Vertex Duo Cordless, WZ440H, Simply no suction. Filters clean, all tubes clear. Powers up, No suction at the smallest attachment nor with the Floor Attachment. Any suggestions? Thanks!

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Sounds like there still might be a clog somewhere. But also, those attachments are mean to make contact with a surface and create suction with a surface. If you are putting your hand over it, you may not feel suction. Its hard to explain by typing....

@ariailandries1370 Жыл бұрын

I have a shark ultrapro pet vac and debris is constantly getting stuck at bottom of hose or in middle of rod, akways have to poke it out ..any suggestion 3:33

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately sometimes this is just a design problem. To help over come it, keeping your filters squeaky clean and also not picking up too many large things at one time that might cause a jam. It’s all you can do!

@robinowens2577 11 ай бұрын

I got a shark cordless model XSBT620. It literally worked for a week and now doesn’t pick anything up. I checked it for clogs. Cleaned it thoroughly and am at a loss. Help!

@watermelon7916 11 ай бұрын

Is it charged? Check if anything is clogged and check the filters

@kimberly.thomason 11 ай бұрын

I agree with @watermelon7916, you might be missing a clog somewhere...

@EstherGhurpersad 6 ай бұрын

hi! do you have the handle and hose for the shark NV480 vacuum cleaner i live in Trinidad i need to get this to use my vacuum please help

@kimberly.thomason 17 күн бұрын

I’m not able to get this handle. You will have to contact Shark.

@laurafoster717 7 ай бұрын

Ok I need help i have a Shark Rotor model number NV501 31 I was vacuuming and it sounded really weird. Turns out there was a lot of stuffing from my dogs toy. I cleaned it out and it still wont suck through the hose. Can you please help me?

@kimberly.thomason 7 ай бұрын

Sounds like it might still be clogged, need filters cleaned or have a hole in one of the hoses.

@Mia-if5qo 7 ай бұрын

What do i do if the blades dont want to roll when im vacuuming??

@kimberly.thomason 7 ай бұрын

You may need a new cleaner head.

@myfuyf5050 Жыл бұрын

Hello, my shark NV360 has low almost no suction and when it picks stuff up it doesn’t go to the bing I stays in the vacuum head. How can I fix it?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

It sounds like it’s clogged…this video should help you check it!

@myfuyf5050 Жыл бұрын

@@kimberly.thomason we checked everywhere and ran a snake through it any nothing. The brush head spins but nothing goes inside the bin

@ChristaFeuchter Жыл бұрын

I am having the same problem.

@tinastecco2938 Жыл бұрын

Me too. Cuando la enciendo el motor se se calienta y no succiona ( revisé todos los filtros, las mangueras, etc) Es como si algo estuviera atascado en el motor, cerca del filtro. Tendré que usar un destornillador y desarmarla por completo.😢

@Doggieflicks 7 ай бұрын

Kimberly thank you! The penny trick told me where the clog was wooo hoo!!! :)

@kimberly.thomason 7 ай бұрын

Yay!

@Vacuum-fan-2315 20 күн бұрын

What model is it?

@kimberly.thomason 18 күн бұрын

It’s been so long since this video was created. I’m unsure.

@jessicagiglio3888 4 ай бұрын

My brush roll spins but the motor doesn't . And no suction?????

@jessicagiglio3888 4 ай бұрын

NV200 26

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Time to call Shark and see if they will warranty it. Sounds like a main motor issue. Not really fixable...

@lupelordo9749 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this tip, I got mine from a family member and I didn't know what was wrong with it. It's back to doing it's work 😉🤗

@kimberly.thomason 18 күн бұрын

Great!

@simonboyes2550 6 ай бұрын

Hey. Thanks. I had no idea so much blockage was in the rotor section. Staggering amount of gods know what. No doggie in this video 🙁

@kimberly.thomason 6 ай бұрын

Sorry, the pup’s aren’t interested in helping me fix vacuums.

@beansnotbeings 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!!!

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Welcome!

@GloriaMontanez-r1w Жыл бұрын

How do I replace the hosr

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

What's your model number?

@Bryan-jd7os Жыл бұрын

Do you any Dirt Devil Maintenance?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

I don’t have a video on it but if you text us a model number I can help you through what to do!

@Bryan-jd7os Жыл бұрын

@@kimberly.thomason I got, thank you. Your general maintenance helped me out.

@Mikeyp1054 3 ай бұрын

Great video thanks and oh...you are gorgeous 😊

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

😊 thank you. Don't forget to subscribe.

@Mikeyp1054 3 ай бұрын

@kimberly.thomason the flexible hose was blocked near the top I didn't even realise it was detachable

@mattwilhelm9340 Жыл бұрын

My bar stopped spinning what do I do?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

When the bar stops spinning I usually recommend replacing the whole floor head if possible. Unless you can find a belt…but usually they are motor driven and don’t have belts. Shark doesn’t make motors.

@TheReneeoc 4 ай бұрын

Thanks this helped

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@JohnSmith-ly2qp Жыл бұрын

Any idea why when i turn on my Shark and push the handle down the suction doesn't work and i have to do it several times before it actually engauges the suction and the green light comes on?

@kimberly.thomason Жыл бұрын

Hard to say what is causing it...it all depends on what shark you have. Can you text us the model number 561-558-9339

@sheryltheriault5267 5 ай бұрын

Fixed it!

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Great!!

@justins3847 5 ай бұрын

Not fixing anything...

@Sciencedgofood 4 ай бұрын

I fixed the problem of my Shark not sucking by watching the video. It worked. If yours isn't working after doing what she says, just buy a new one. Good luck 👍

@kimberly.thomason 3 ай бұрын

Sorry!

@BWebb 8 ай бұрын

These things are junk. It just shuts off after 5 minutes doesn't matter how clean it is. Loses power and sounds like it's struggling just by basic vacuuming.

@kimberly.thomason 8 ай бұрын

I agree with the junk part but there’s a reason why it’s shutting off so quickly…

@BWebb 8 ай бұрын

@@kimberly.thomasonyeah, because it's junk. I've had the entire thing taken apart and cleaned and it doesn't help it. It cuts power and doesn't work right. I'm going to trade it in for a different vacuum.