Electrolux
Mechanical Bearing Failure / Foreign Object in Fan
Vacuum is very loud or makes grinding noises.
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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, Debris in motor fan, Damaged brushroll bearings, Cracked fan blade
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn OFF and remove the battery immediately if you hear grinding.
- Isolate source: Run the handheld unit without the nozzle. If noise disappears, the issue is in the nozzle or brushroll. If noise remains, it is likely the main motor.
- Inspect brushroll: Remove and spin by hand. Replace if rough or noisy.
- Check for fan debris: With bin and cyclone removed, look into the motor intake for foreign objects and remove carefully.
- Service motor if needed: Persistent loud or grinding noise from the motor area indicates bearing or fan damage and requires motor replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Main Suction Motor Assembly
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