What is the belt size for the Eureka model 2961 type bvz

Here is a Link to one of my Tips:
www.fixya.com/support/r6311178-vacuum_brush_bar_not_spinning

This should solve the problem.

Good Luck!

Jim

The belt is the Eureka style U belt. Genuine part # 61120D. You may find them easily at Kmart, Walmart, etc.

Greetings,

According to the Eureka Part diagram for your particular model vacuum, your vacuum uses Eureka Style U Belts. Eureka makes actually 2 different styles of U belts.

The first style is the standard U belt, Eureka part number 54312. This belt is probably the one that came standard on your model. You may purchase this belt from the link below;
http://eurekaservice.stores.yahoo.net/uprightbelt.html

The other type of Style U belt that will fit your model is the Eureka Extended Life Style U Belt, Part 61120B. The Extended U belt is more durable, and lasts longer then the Eureka Standard U belt. You may purchase the Extended U belt here;
http://eurekaservice.stores.yahoo.net/exlifubel.html

Now, if you are quite sure how to change your belt, you may visit the link below to see the owners manual for your Eureka 2961BVZ that will give you step by step instructions on how to change the belt;

http://eureka.com/service/manuals/80244.pdf

I really hope that this was helpful to you in finding and fixing the belt for your Eureka. If you did find this helpful, please be kind and rate my repair solution as helpful by clicking the thumbs up icon in the lower right hand corner below. I really do appreciate it, thank you.

Feel free to request a repair clarification if you have any questions about the procedure of installing the belt on your Eureka, I'll be happy to help.

Chris J.

you can get the manual on link below. On page 4 tells you how to change belt.

http://www.eureka.com/service/manuals/80244.pdf

You need to replace it. Here is a link to the belt you need and the manual which has instructions:

Eureka 8852 Belt

Owner's Guide (1.36 MB download)

It depends on the parts you are looking for. If you go to your local vacuum repair shop they might have parts for your model. If not then there are parts available on Eureka's website. If you need replacement belts for your model you can get them here:

Eureka 2961 Replacement belts

Keep the brush free of hair and thread, check your housing for excess wear and only use a genuine belt. As these uprights have gotten cheaper the reliability and durability has gone out the window. If within warranty consult a warranty center.
Sorry to say most bagless uprights are becoming disposable ,not highly serviceable....Retailers make huge money on expensive filters and in 3-5 years the vacs are in the landfill with unused filters still in your closet

Click this link and it will take you to Eureka's website. Just enter your model number and part description and it show you parts you can order for your model. There is also an owners guide you can download.
Hope this helps.

http://www.eureka.com/parts.jsp

I have the same vacuum. The burning smell is letting you know that your belt is either broken or about to break. I have had mine for a year and have had to replace the belt 5 times. Now I have to replace the brush roller 'cause it broke under normal use. My next vacuum will be a Dyson Ball.

Had exactly the same problem with my upright Eureka Model 5893 bagless. Eventually, the handle would get hot, and finally it just quit. When handle was disassembled, the wires were melted and it was toast. Ordered a switch after talking to several repair men. Talked to Eureka, too, and they were absolutely no help. Cheap wiring and switch made in China. Good luck trying to find a switch. vacuum-depot.com has switches, so you might try there, but make sure you get the 3-prong switch (same switch used on Eureka's Genesis). It is Part #27871.