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Here's a link to your DC41 belt. https://www.target.com/s/eureka%20dc41%20belt?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google&fndsrc=tgtao&CPNG=Appliances_Vacuums%2BPower+Floor+Sweepers&adgroup=Eureka&LID=700000001170709p8607866990&LNM=eureka+dc41+belt&MT=b&network=g&device=c&location=9011446&gclid=CjwKCAjwsqjKBRBtEiwAkWyN36sSFEdDX2t_9lBNalil8C-O8rZHNuvlB9MWNkhZ0h5LIraO7jUigRoCPQsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Sounds like your power head is seized or almost seized. Possibly real dirty. take apart and lubricate ends and replace the belt I feel is slipping Hence the squealing.. Clean all parts thoroughly.

Clog somewhere. There may be a " secondary filter" that needs to be replaced. It may be there to "protect" the motor and blower.
Check Owner's manual and it's troubleshooting. Customer service is usualy helpful if you email or call.

Hi Mani, it's Jack at Dyson.

DC41's lower cable winder is attached to the hose assembly, and if the cable winder has broken you would need a replacement hose assembly. It's likely your DC41 would still be within our 5-year guarantee period, so it would be worth contacting us directly so we can order this for you.

When you have a moment, please give us a call on 0800 298 0298 (UK) or 1-866-693-9766 (US) to speak with our experts.

Hi Stacy, it's Jack at Dyson.

This issue you've described with your DC41 sounds unusual, as the changeover valve will divert suction to the cleaner head automatically when you recline the machine into the vacuuming position. If it's not doing this, it's possible you have a blockage somewhere in the cleaner head, internal hose or changeover valve.

To check for this, please follow the steps shown in our online Support guide: http://www.dyson.com/support/dc41/dc41-irspu/diagnosis-root-menu/performance-flo-area-check-dc41/flo-brushbarvid-dc41/redirect-to-performance-flo-base-dc41-checking-the-internal-hose/performance-flo-base-dc41-checking-the-internal-hose

If you'd like some further advice after you've given us a try, please email our experts with your details at [email protected]. Someone will be in touch to help as soon as possible

Hi Chris,

It's normal for your machine to become warm in use - like most Dyson vacuums, DC41 Animal will shut itself down for protection if it starts to overheat.

However, the popping sound and change in performance you've described suggest that something is blocking the machine. This is simple to resolve following our online troubleshooting checks: http://www.dyson.com/support/dc41/dc41-irspu/diagnosis-root-menu/performance-flo-area-check-dc41/flo-brushbarvid-dc41/redirect-to-performance-flo-base-dc41-checking-the-internal-hose/performance-flo-base-dc41-checking-the-internal-hose

It's also a good idea to give the filters a wash - in normal use this should be done at least once every three months, as shown in the video below. Use cold water without detergent, and allow at least 24 hours for the filters to dry completely before replacing them.

If you'd like further advice after you've given this a try, please give our experts a call on 0800 298 0298 (UK), 1-866-693-9766 (US), 1-877-397-6622 (CA) or 1800 239 766 (AU).

Try looking at http://www.crucialvacuum.com/dyson-dc41-belts-2pk.html
Also Amazon sells the same one through Crucial vacum

Hi there,

You can download a .pdf copy of the DC41 user guide directly from our website:

http://media.dyson.com/downloads/us/floorcare/manuals/DC41_OPMAN_US_181011.pdf

Please note, for information on assembling, using and maintaining your machine, you can also find help guides and videos on our website:

http://www.dyson.com/support/help.asp?product=DC41-IRSPU&article=32

You need to check the belt hooked to the side of the brush (sometimes hidden by plastic)

Belt was broken, so I had to go inside the motor assembly -- torx screws all the way. The problem is finding a replacement belt without buying a whole new power drive.