Proscenic Mechanical Damage in Motor or Brush Assembly

Vacuum makes loud rattling or grinding noise during operation

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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

Foreign object in floor head, Worn brush roll bearings, Damaged motor bearings, Loose fan blade in motor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the vacuum and remove the battery immediately to prevent further damage.

  • Inspect floor head: Remove the floor head and check for stones, screws, or other hard objects inside. Remove any debris.
  • Check brush roll bearings: Spin the brush roll by hand. If it feels rough or noisy, replace the brush roll assembly.
  • Run motor without attachments: With the wand and head removed, briefly run the vacuum. If the noise persists, the main motor bearings or fan are likely damaged and the motor assembly should be replaced.
  • Avoid continued use: Do not keep using the vacuum with grinding noises, as this can lead to complete motor failure.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Motor Assembly
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