iRobot
Air Leak at Seals or Gaskets
Vacuum makes a high‑pitched whistling noise 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
Damaged bin gasket, Misaligned dust bin, Cracked wand or nozzle housing, Loose motor housing seal
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn OFF the vacuum before inspecting for leaks.
- Check bin seating: Remove and reinstall the dust bin, ensuring it clicks firmly into place with no gaps.
- Inspect gaskets: Look at the rubber seals around the bin inlet, cyclone outlet, and motor intake. Replace any that are torn, flattened, or missing.
- Examine wand and nozzle: Run your fingers along the wand and nozzle for cracks or splits. Replace damaged sections.
- Listen for leak location: Briefly run the vacuum and move your ear (or a small strip of tissue) around joints and seams to locate the whistling source, then reseat or replace the leaking component.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Dust Bin Gasket Set
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