Shark
Dust Cup Latch Failure
Cordless Shark vacuum's dust cup door will not stay closed or pops open during use
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Possible Causes
Broken dust cup latch, Worn latch spring, Debris obstructing latch mechanism, Warped dust cup door
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Remove the battery before working on the dust cup.
- 1. Empty and clean dust cup: Remove all debris and wipe the latch area clean.
- 2. Inspect latch hook and catch: Look for cracks or wear on the latch and the mating catch on the cup. If plastic is broken, the cup will not stay closed.
- 3. Check for warping: Close the door and look for gaps. If the door is warped, replace the dust cup assembly.
- 4. Replace dust cup: If the latch or door is damaged, install a new genuine Shark dust cup assembly.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Dust Cup Assembly
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