Everything seems to work, but the roller will not spin. What can I do to fix it?
I see this same problem posted repeatedly here. The only solutions offered are to "change the belt". When most people state that they've changed the belt and still have the same problem the recommendation is usually "are you sure you changed the belt correctly?".
Bogus. This is a major design issue with the Riccar 8800 series vacuums. It has something to do with the roller and clutch assembly. Either people must replace these every 3-4 months, as they fail at a cost of $50+, or there is another solution and this solution is something other than "change the belt".
Thats one of the best vacuums out there.
Take off the bottom plate and you'll probably find that the belt has either come off, broke, or completely stretched out.
If thats not the case, comment back, but I think you'll find that it is.
Good Luck
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We have the same problem but it is not the belt..the belt is turning the tine(?) but the brush does not spin. Do I need a new roller?
belt is the same size as new belt. It is attached. Any ideas on why the roller isn't spinning? Thalnks.
my brush won't turn as well. Checked belt - its ok. Any other suggestions? Thanks
Ok, I own a Riccar 8850 and the brush stopped. I suspected the cleaning lady burnt the belt. I took off the bottom plate and installed a brand new riccar belt the belt is going fine when I turn on the machine. The brush at first moves and then it stops after five or so seconds. It looks like the belt is slipping from the outer part of the vacum to the inner-part. When the belt moves, the roller brush ceases. How can I resolve this issue?
I have the same problem. the belt turns fine but the roller brush doesn't turn. What else could it be?
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