Vacuum Cleaner Guide - Maintenance Guide

Vacuum Cleaner Maintenance Guide

Keeping a vacuum cleaner free from blockages and obstructions can help to avoid expensive repair bills. Replace a dust bag, or clean out a cloth bag before it is full, and check the filters regularly. Do not reuse paper bags.

Every 3 Months

• Test bag full indicator
  Put your hand over the end of the hose to reduce air pressure and simulate "bag full" conditions.
• Check hose for blockages
  Unscrew and examine the ends of the tubing for fluff obstructions. Drop a coin through the hose to locate internal blockages.
• Clean brush roll on upright cleaners
  Also, check for threads or hair wrapped around the shaft or belt, and remove by cutting carefully with scissors.

Every 6 Months

• Change filters and bag on 'through flow' systems
  Over time, filters get blocked and this reduces the vacuum cleaner efficiency and can cause the motor to overheat.
• Wash filters on a cyclonic cleaner

Every 6 Bag Changes

• Replace exhaust filters
  If the vacuum cleaner has a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Arresting) exhaust filter, change it regularly.