Hoover H-Free
Main Motor Bearing Wear
Loud high-pitched whine or screeching noise from main unit during use
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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, Imbalanced motor fan
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Remove the battery and do not continue to run the vacuum if the noise is severe; further use can cause failure.
- Check for simple causes: Ensure filters are fitted correctly and not vibrating. Remove the bin and re-seat it firmly.
- Isolate noise source: Run the vacuum without the wand or tools to confirm the noise comes from the handheld unit.
- Inspect for burning smell: If present, the motor is likely failing.
- Replace motor assembly: The main motor is not user-serviceable. Contact a service centre to replace the Hoover H-Free main motor assembly.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Hoover H-Free Main Motor Assembly
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