Bush Main Motor Bearing Wear

Cordless vacuum makes a loud screeching or squealing noise from the main body when running.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Worn motor bearings, Dust ingress into motor, Overheating damage, Misaligned motor fan

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Remove the battery before opening the main body. Do not touch the motor immediately after use; it may be hot.

  • Confirm noise source: Remove the wand and floorhead and run the vacuum briefly. If the screeching persists from the main body, the motor is the likely source.
  • Check for blockages: Ensure there are no obstructions in the motor inlet or outlet that could be contacting the fan.
  • Open the housing (advanced): Remove screws and carefully separate the main body housing to access the motor assembly. Inspect for dust buildup around the motor and fan.
  • Inspect motor: Spin the motor fan by hand. If it feels rough, wobbly, or makes grinding noises, the bearings are worn.
  • Replace motor assembly: Replace the complete main motor assembly with a Bush-compatible unit. Reassemble the housing, ensuring all seals are correctly positioned.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Motor Assembly
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