Filter washed and rung out and put immediately back into service the operator stated some water came out the motor vents. The vacuum at present does not operate. Do I need do something special or let it just dry out or buy a new one? Thanks
You should never put wet filters back into vacuums. When you turned the vacuum on that sucked all the water out of the filter and into the motor. Most likely the motor went bad due to all the water. Most likely you’ll need a new vacuum. I would recommend a bagged vacuum in the future. They work better and there is no need to wash out filters because you literally pop the bag on and off and realistically buying bags is no more expensive than buying filters. You can always take the vacuum to a local vacuum repair shop to get it looked at.
Take out the filter and dry it out completely. Wipe the area where the filter is situated and then refit.
It’s killed the circuit board. Not repairable. You would need a new main body. Not Viable.
I accidently put damp filter back in dyson v6now it won't work can I dry it out or is it broken forevet
Hi there, it's Jack at Dyson.
The filters in our handheld machines should be washed at least once a month using cold water without detergent. However, they should always be allowed to try completely before they're replaced, which may take at least 12 hours. It can help to place the filter somewhere warm - for example, by a radiator, or in an airing cupboard.
Unfortunately, if you have used your machine with a wet filter in place, this is likely to have caused damage to the motor. Using your machine with a wet filter will also have voided the machine's 2-year guarantee.
I would encourage you to get in touch with us directly so we can confirm which replacement parts you may need to get the machine running again. You can reach our customer Helpline on 0800 298 0298 (UK), or 1-866-693-9766 (US).
Best wishes,
Jack
Dyson Online Customer Support
http://www.dyson.com
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My vacuum had this exact same problem, but was out of warranty because it was remanufactured. Thankfully, it's a very quick, five-minute fix.
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As you are looking down at the base of the machine (viewing from the front) you will notice a yellow button on the right side just inside of the the wheel area. push up the button to release the casing that holds the hepa filter and the spongy filter. You can see a diagram on your machine which shows this process. After you take the casing from the machine, the round housing which houses the 2 filters will come out of this casing as you pull it off. You can grab the spongy filter and pull it our of the casing. Rinse both filters as shown in diagrams on the side of the casing. Do not use soapy water, just warm water and squeeze out the spongy filter after each new soaking. Let the filters dry for 12 hours and then replace in your unit and enjoy the refurbished air movement. It does suggest that you clean these filters every 6 months.
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1. Check the on/off button these can also be troublesome and if you've stood on the cable once or twice you could have a break in the wire and it's shorting, check by turning on and wiggle cable around where it enters machine.
2. Faulty thermocouple, it is held in a white plastic housing screwed with one T15 torx screw to the motor housing. You could replace it but I just shorted mine with some wire and it hasn't failed since and more importantly not caught fire yet!
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Check its assembled correctly . Sounds like something is out....
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Have you tried starting it again? It might have stopped because it overheated and now that it has cooled it should start again. If not, then possibly the power switch or power cord has failed.
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Hello Ropndy, Unfortunalty I have the same problem. Where you able to fix your Dyson? And so by replacing which components?
I gave it a little blast with the hairdryer to dry every thing out. A good 30s to a min at all angles. Tried to hit the motor as best i could. Blasted it from all angles... Like CPR.. it came back to life. If you're reading this and you're in the same fix. Hope it works for you.
Thanks for the hairdryer tip, worked like charm.
Sam,
Thank heaven I found this thread! I had nearly despaired of resuscitating my 3 month old V8... Though the motor would start, it was immediately dying after I stupidly had put the wet filter back in and continued to use it. 24 hours later, and on the third time using the hairdryer on the motor, it worked. The ‘pick ups’ that connect the ‘dust cylinder’ to the motor had obviously not dried sufficiently. My hubby and I eventually worked out the possible source of the problem and applied your hair drying solution ?? Hooray!! ?? The motor started and stayed on full power! Thank you so much...
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