Stihl Brush Imbalance / Mounting Looseness

Unit vibrates excessively and is difficult to control during use

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Possible Causes

Warped brush roller, uneven bristle wear, loose brush housing screws, missing brush end cap

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit.

  • Inspect brush roller: Remove the roller and check for bent shaft, missing bristles, or melted sections. Replace if visibly warped.
  • Check end caps: Ensure both end caps are present and seated correctly in their sockets.
  • Tighten fasteners: Tighten all screws securing the brush housing and floor head to the main body.
  • Test on flat surface: Reassemble and test on a flat, hard floor to confirm vibration is reduced.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Brush Roller Assembly
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