Siemens Mechanical Brush Drive Failure

Brushes do not spin, but there is suction and spray

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Possible Causes

Broken or stretched brush belt, Debris jammed in brush roll, Worn brush bearings, Disengaged brush clutch (if equipped)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit and lay it on its back for access.

  • Remove debris: Cut away hair, threads, and fibers wrapped around the brush roll and end caps.
  • Inspect belt: Remove the belt cover and check the belt condition. Replace if cracked, stretched, or broken.
  • Check brush bearings: Spin the brush roll by hand. If it feels rough or seized, replace the brush roll assembly.
  • Verify clutch engagement: If your Siemens model has a brush on/off selector, ensure it is set to ON and the linkage is intact.

After replacing the belt or brush roll, reassemble and test on a small area of carpet.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Brush Belt
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