A lot of people nowadays own upright bagless vacuum cleaners but have no idea how to properly service them. Just like a car or any household equipment, vacuums need regular servicing to ensure optimum performance. If anyone in the household has any allergies or any respiratory problems, it is crucial that your vacuum cleaner is working at its peak, so it can suck up the most allergens and dust particles inside the house. Some vacuum cleaners are frankly quite expensive, which is why regular servicing is all the more essential to ensure that your bagless vacuum will last for many years to come.
Before you start servicing your vacuum cleaner, you will need the following materials: a can of compressed air, a pair of needle nose pliers, three in one oil, and a stiff bristle paintbrush. Once you have gathered all the necessary materials, you can now prepare an area in your garage or basement for you to be able to move freely while servicing your vacuum. To minimize any dust inhalation, it is highly recommended that you pick an open area or an area with good ventilation. An open garage or the backyard would be great, just to make sure that you do not inhale any dust particles or allergens while servicing your vacuum cleaner.
You can begin by carefully removing the dust canister or collector as well as the filter. Pay close attention to the filter and remove any dust or debris build-up. If the filter is washable, then perhaps you should wash it carefully with soap and hot water. Either way, the filter of your vacuum should be replaced twice or three times a year. A clean filter helps ensure the optimum suction power of the vacuum cleaner. If your bagless vacuum cleaner has a Hepa filter, you may want to consider the manufacturer's recommendation on the cleaning process or the replacement frequency of the filter.
Once you have removed the dust canister and the filter, you can now turn your vac upside down to check the brush rollers. See if there are any hairs, threads, or strings that have become entangled in the rollers preventing it from rolling freely. If possible, you may want to take the whole thing out and check for any cracks or wear and tear. You can use your paintbrush to carefully clean the brush rollers. Do not forget to check the belt cover as well and see if there are any cracks or dry-rotting present. You can easily replace the belt cover with brand new ones that are available in any Wal-mart stores or other retailers.
The next thing you should do is check the integrity of the wheels of your bagless vacuum cleaners. If necessary, you can apply the three in one oil to ensure that the wheels are functioning properly. After taking apart all the removable components, you must take some time to brush off any remaining dust or dirt stuck in some of the components. You can use your can of compressed air for this one. Make sure to blow off the dust particles that may be stuck inside the intake valve of your vacuum cleaner. Once you have done all the necessary tasks, you can now start to carefully put all the components back in their rightful places. You should perform regular service on your vacuum cleaner at least two times a year.
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