Stihl Brush Drive Belt Slippage / Breakage

Brushes do not rotate, but there is no error code and the motor can be heard running

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Possible Causes

Broken brush drive belt, stretched or glazed belt, stripped brush pulley, debris jammed between belt and pulley

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the cleaner and lay it on its side or back.

  • Access belt compartment: Remove the bottom plate or belt cover near the brush head.
  • Inspect belt: Check if the belt is broken, off the pulleys, or shiny and loose. Replace with the correct Stihl belt if worn.
  • Check pulleys: Ensure the motor and brush pulleys are not cracked or stripped. Clean any debris from the grooves.
  • Re-tension: Install the new belt, ensuring proper tension and alignment. Rotate the brush by hand to confirm smooth operation.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Brush Drive Belt
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