No matter how many times I need to clean the dyson I always forget the correct order and have to watch your video again. It is very clear and easy to understand.
This is great ... however I have a very hairy golden retriever an have lots of fur wrapped around the two little wheels .... I’m assuming I can only do what I’m doing ... cut the fur carefully and then pull the fur hard ... not all comes away but most ....I need to buy myself a cheap paintbrush to do a good job but paper towel worked for now ... thank you for this video
One little tip I like to give to Dyson owners is to empty the bin after each use, close the bin back up and then turn on the max power mode and pull the trigger for a few seconds. That way it uses the high power mode to extract more dirt into the bin at which point you can empty it again which keeps the entire machine cleaner in between each use.
Very helpfull, thnx! I also found out that after (the second time) you emptied the bin and the bin is still open, you can firmly 'tik' the flat bottom side of the dyson a few times on the edge of the trashcan. That way you can see a lot of very fine dust and dirt falling out of the 'center ring' (the ring in the middle of the bin, which is cleaned by a paint brush in this video). I hope that my explanation makes any sense🙈 I found myself having a hard time to translate this from Dutch to English haha😅
Great video. Especially appreciated keeping the camera on the parts not yourself as many do! And getting right to the point without useless small talk first.
To be honest, I have had this vacuum cleaner for several years and really never cleaned like this. Today is the day. Thanks for this clear explanation.
When the unit has not been cleaned/maintained in a long time, I suggest not to wash the fabric triangular/funnel shape filter as explained in the video. The reason for that is because the dirt is collected/trapped inside that filter. If the filter is washed without properly been clean from the inside, then there is a high risk of the dirt clogging in the filter. I suggest to first remove the filter's tap/lid/cover, then to vacuum the dirt inside the filter, and to use a brush to loose the dirt trapped inside. Only after that, the filter can be washed as shown in the video. Never to run water inside the filter as that will push the dirt further inside the filter causing a clogged filter.
I know you said you don't recommend it, but I always wash the cyclone chambers. Amount of gunk that comes out pretty much speaks for itself and no nasty smells after that. However I do let it dry for a at least 3-4days to a week and keep it somewhere warm to dry up and turn it around etc to ensure it is fully dry. Done it tons of times on my V8 and so far so good :).
Good to know. I freaked out as I cleaned all of it except the handle portion. I took out my Dyson blow dryer and blew it dry as I thought I'd done the wrong thing!
I’ve Put bits in car when the weather is hot and left for the week - they dried out really well, I’ve cleaned the cyclone unit and all the heads as well. Thanks for the tip. So much debris inside Like a new vacuum now really pleased thanks
I know this is an old video, but this was SO SO helpful that I had to comment a thank you! My ADHD brain really doesn't do well with directions but this was easy peasy!
Worlds most advanced vacuum meets worlds most assbackwards sink.....and DONT use a screwdriver on those plastic screws use a Quarter it fits better and wont mar up the plastic ....
Thank you so helpful, just edited to add that my Dyson now feels like a new one and on max suction it’s really pulling on the carpet - so awesome thanks again
Hi there, Nice how to video Don't know if important, but the manual says to clean with cold water.🤔 To dismount the accessories, the screws are designed to open with a simple coin😉 Just wanted to share, hope you don't mind
We have a dog and my husband has to vacuum the floors once a week. He never cleaned the machine in several years. I've cleaned it, but I don't dare to dismantle the machine for fear of breaking it. As he vacuumed , the stench of the vacuum cleaner became unbearable to me, so I decided to disassemble it and clean it. I looked for several videos but I didn’t understand them, Thank you very much for helping me to take it apart and put it back together step by step. I’ feel so happy!
This is the second Dyson cordless for which you have walked me through the disassembly and cleaning. While Dyson succeeds with the suction part of their vacuums, they really fail on the design of the cheap plastic parts that all seem to be a little "fiddly." Thanks from New York City!
Thanks for the video. For cleaning the metal screen and cyclone air piece (6:17), if you have an air compressor it can do wonders for getting fine dust out (outside!). This is especially helpful if you've been using the vacuum on drywall or plaster dust, and it's amazing how much gets trapped in this piece.
@@deenasteinberg9800 possibly. If it has a tank and you can use a spray nozzle (instead of a tire valve adapter) then it should be doable. If no tank and low flow rate (like a tire pump) then no.
Personally I use a hair dryer with a cold function. My compressor or even a can of compressed air will do a better, more focused job but my hair dryer is easier to setup and does a good enough job.
Just adding to the other users who found this helpful. Note I did use water to clean my filters and had to wait quite a bit for it to dry out. In my case I'd vacuumed ditumaceous earth that fell on the floor and that really clogged all filters. Even with the water and some anxious moments, it did work after a long period of drying and putting on max for a 30 seconds to force the filtration (after having been as dry as I could get it).
Hello! Thanks for this video! Super helpful! I actually thought I had the V6 so I followed your video on that one in my V8 and it seemed it’s pretty much the same. I did notice that on the V6 video, you took apart the inside filters (not just removing the rubber seals) and it seemed to be the same on my V8. So hopefully I still did it right as I want to keep this V8 a couple more years. Thanks again!
I'm ashamed to say that I've neglected my vacuum. I want to remedy that. Thank you for this video, I found it immensely helpful. I realise it was posted a long time ago, but I'm going to go ahead and ask: can I dry the washed parts in the sun, or would that warp the foamy bits?
that twist button is broken after 10 twists. they used soft plastic for it. should be metal. its a terrible vacuum cleaner for an even more terrible price. But dyson is in the apple row. Paying jackpot for utterly garbage quality
I have had a V8 for 5 years or so and it works great. The one thing I do differently is that I use my air compressor to blow all the dirt out of the unit once dismantled. I also have a V6 and just purchased the Outsize Absolute plus. I highly recommend the air compressor approach in lieu of the paint brush method.
My V8 has been lying in the kitchen waiting to be reassembled after cleaning 3 weeks ago. I didn't want to face not being able to put it together again. THANK YOU, the best instructions I have come across for practical info. It reminded me that I am missing the larger rubber seal so now to hunt for that.
Shouldn't you be doing this outdoors or near at least a strong HEPA? I guess it depends what you suck up but with using mine in an are a solder often, I'd be getting a nice lead dusting everywhere. I just use computer duster or an air compressor to get the dust out, which is located in the garage and has an air filter but a fan blowing out from where you're working is a good enough solution. Have to clean the main cyclone area every week or so, same with the dyson cinetic big ball. Constant caking of dust. No idea why they would suggest the V8 and cinetic are more hygenic to empty, my old dysons (original root 6, first handheld, and dc48 animal) didn't have this level of dust caking and they are lower powered. Off topic but the cinetic big ball comes with a stupidly short hose that makes it almost unusable for anything above shoulder height as you run out of hose. Luckily support sent me pretty much every accessory for free along with a 2nd hose for both the cinetic big ball (actually 2 hoses, and it came with one) so I was able to combine 2 hoses for the big ball together after taking off the part that clips to the tank on one end and the rotating part where the hose attaches to the accessory. Connect those two parts together and instantly it becomes 100x more useful. The left over socket where accessories from the big ball attached that was removed for the double hose was then press fit onto the extra V8 hose and now it can use any accessory (v8 hose is smaller diameter.) Had no isses with these modifications and using the bigger tools on the v8 is great! Should be an option in the store. Customer Service sure gives away accessories like crazy if not satisfied with the product. Hundreds of dollars worth of them and parts (including 2nd v8 canister) and I didn't ask for any of them. Pays to buy from Dyson direct.
I wish you had cleaned a dirty vacuum instead of cleaning a clean one. I had to deal with cat and human hair as well as damp kitty litter. My machine is cleaner but not as clean as new. Brilliant machine by the way.
Try using corn litter instead of clay. It dries quicker and doesn't "gum" up the vacuum cleaner. Keeps the litter box cleaner, too. I've had my Dyson for two years and have multiple cats, and the machine still looks like new. I agree tho, I wish the vacuum he cleaned had been dirty.
Absolute best video for cleaning the V8 and no annoying music. I've only had my Dyson for one day and have already had to refer to this a couple times. Thank you for posting.
Thank you so much you have just literally made my day I thought it was gone for good I didn't realise that you can get into it so much so you can give it a good clean I'm going to watch u again tomorrow and I'm going to give it a good clean for the new year it pays at the end of the day
What a PAIN it is to clean an "easy clean" bagless vacs. Such hassle to handle the dirty bags so we go through this ritual of using a paintbrush and cleaning every crevice of a bagless Vac.
yeh...I actually really like bags. It's why I've resisted the Dyson for so long, but I do love my cordless V8 now. just not the cleaning maintenance...
I had an issue with the cyclone assembly (yeah I looked it up) no longer freely sliding in the bin after cleaning. I'm guessing the bin gasket and the silver metal mesh are both lightly coated with a lubricate from the factory which cleaning removed. I brushed some wd-40 on both with a tissue. Problem solved. Great video. Thanks
Had my V8 for 5mo. Very dusty doggy household. 😢when it began pulsing!! No manual! Spent $$ for a teck to tell me it probably needed a filter clean! Found your how-to video right away..Hurrah!! All done. Thank you10x over. I'm sure I'll have to refer to it again before too long.
I use the air compressor and blow it through to rid dust, takes 1 minute. I find it has to be done quite regularly. Filters have to be washed regularly aswell.
Bro I know this is an old video but you really helped me out today. I was actually gonna buy a new one because mine was so beat up. I had no idea it came apart like that. Game changer. It works like new. Liked and subscribed bro. You made a difference today.
Thankyou - have been guided by your video to clean my wonderful Dyson stick vac - todays cleaning now completed and am just waiting for the filter to dry out before getting into vaccuming once again...cheers and again thanks.
thanks a lot, your video helped me clean my dyson.. I was using it since 2 years and had never cleaned it. Lately it started giving foul odor and I was thinking of replacing it with newer version. After cleaning it like you instructed, the odor is gone and the suction has improved. Thank you!
when you put the not fluffy head back together I have to say you missed an important step. the blue roll with the black bristles comes out and you slide it back in but there is a large grey cap on teh side that has the coin lock and unlock well that coin pops off and there is a TON of dust behind it that can be brushed out.
It is more than likely a faulty battery. They can need a new battery after 3-4 years and hopefully after you have a new battery, it will feel like a new vacuum
If you want to take it a step further and have a hair dryer with a cold mode (or an air compressor) you can give everything a quick blast of air on a regular basis to stop dust and grime from caking up inside. Just make sure you only use the cold mode so you don't accidentally toast any internal components.
7:25 I recommend washing this out with soapy warm water. I do this on all my dyson models. Shake out any left over water and leave it to dry out. I also blow out the motor 2:25 with air which stores a lot of dust
I have a question about blowing out the motor with air: wouldn't that risk harming the motor? It seems you'd be blowing dust into the motor which can't be good. What kind if tiny device sucks out the dust from small spaces rather than blowing it out?
Thanks for this video. I particularly like how to dismantle the inner core to clean...it has frustrated me not being able to remove the dust in this section...after time the build it gets smelly!
Hey thanks for uploading this. There’s one thing I need to point out. The transparent bin may look like just a plastic part but it has electronics in the grey plastic and water can get inside if you rinse it. It’s the circuit that gives power to the motor of the extension head so be careful. The cyclone is the one that can be rinsed but difficult to dry.
I know this is an old comment but I did rinse this part and I'm concerned I may have gotten water on the inside or near the electronics. I'm letting it dry overnight, but are there any other precautions I should take so this doesn't ruin the vacuum when I reattach?
@@atxbee let it dry thoroughly overnight and it worked fine the next day. We still have the vacuum and use it almost daily, so I'd say it ended up fine!
No matter how many times I need to clean the dyson I always forget the correct order and have to watch your video again. It is very clear and easy to understand.
Me too;)
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TRUE!!! ... me TOO!
Same 😊
You’re not alone
This is great ... however I have a very hairy golden retriever an have lots of fur wrapped around the two little wheels .... I’m assuming I can only do what I’m doing ... cut the fur carefully and then pull the fur hard ... not all comes away but most ....I need to buy myself a cheap paintbrush to do a good job but paper towel worked for now ... thank you for this video
Thank you, very helpful and very nicely presented. keep up the good work.
Simple; works. Many thanks!
Where in this video did you wash the attachment that sits inside the basket where the filter sat?
Ca n I just clean them with cold water?
Yes you can but make sure they are completely dry before putting them back on the cleaner
Why would my fluffy head only have the big roller and not the solid blue smaller head ?
One little tip I like to give to Dyson owners is to empty the bin after each use, close the bin back up and then turn on the max power mode and pull the trigger for a few seconds. That way it uses the high power mode to extract more dirt into the bin at which point you can empty it again which keeps the entire machine cleaner in between each use.
Can you make a video of this?
@@jrmint2 yes pls do the video how to do pull the trigger?
@@rosie5152 It's the same trigger you use to turn the vacuum on with.
Very helpfull, thnx!
I also found out that after (the second time) you emptied the bin and the bin is still open, you can firmly 'tik' the flat bottom side of the dyson a few times on the edge of the trashcan. That way you can see a lot of very fine dust and dirt falling out of the 'center ring' (the ring in the middle of the bin, which is cleaned by a paint brush in this video).
I hope that my explanation makes any sense🙈 I found myself having a hard time to translate this from Dutch to English haha😅
@@jrmint2 You can't be serious..! FFS
Great video. Especially appreciated keeping the camera on the parts not yourself as many do! And getting right to the point without useless small talk first.
To be honest, I have had this vacuum cleaner for several years and really never cleaned like this. Today is the day. Thanks for this clear explanation.
Glad it was useful for you. Thanks for the feedback
When the unit has not been cleaned/maintained in a long time, I suggest not to wash the fabric triangular/funnel shape filter as explained in the video. The reason for that is because the dirt is collected/trapped inside that filter. If the filter is washed without properly been clean from the inside, then there is a high risk of the dirt clogging in the filter. I suggest to first remove the filter's tap/lid/cover, then to vacuum the dirt inside the filter, and to use a brush to loose the dirt trapped inside. Only after that, the filter can be washed as shown in the video. Never to run water inside the filter as that will push the dirt further inside the filter causing a clogged filter.
I know you said you don't recommend it, but I always wash the cyclone chambers. Amount of gunk that comes out pretty much speaks for itself and no nasty smells after that. However I do let it dry for a at least 3-4days to a week and keep it somewhere warm to dry up and turn it around etc to ensure it is fully dry. Done it tons of times on my V8 and so far so good :).
Thats great well done.
I have done the same too!
Good to know. I freaked out as I cleaned all of it except the handle portion. I took out my Dyson blow dryer and blew it dry as I thought I'd done the wrong thing!
I’ve Put bits in car when the weather is hot and left for the week - they dried out really well, I’ve cleaned the cyclone unit and all the heads as well. Thanks for the tip. So much debris inside Like a new vacuum now really pleased thanks
Take Note: Operating Manual says to use COLD water, NOT warm water.
Exactly
My guess would be that with warm water, any glue in there may be at risk of dissolving.
Wanted to comment this myself haha
I know this is an old video, but this was SO SO helpful that I had to comment a thank you! My ADHD brain really doesn't do well with directions but this was easy peasy!
Great to hear, and glad it was helpful for you
One of my favourite YT videos - clear, useful, no hype, not selling anything, no backing “music”. Just the facts.
Glad you liked it!
Amazing video sooo very helpful thankyouu
Worlds most advanced vacuum meets worlds most assbackwards sink.....and DONT use a screwdriver on those plastic screws use a Quarter it fits better and wont mar up the plastic ....
I do agree to use a coin rather than the screwdriver. That's my work sink so isn't used in a home. Don't you like it? 😀
I am cleaning my vacuum NOW after 5 years...I didn't know I could actually wash parts in water. I never read box or instruction lol
Lmao
I had a moment of panic after dismantling my V8, I couldn't piece it back together!
thanks to this video it's back in one piece, yay.
Thank you:)
Same! 😆
When I got my V8 I noticed it was picking up less and less dirt. Followed this cleaning process and it’s good as new. Thanks
Thank you so helpful, just edited to add that my Dyson now feels like a new one and on max suction it’s really pulling on the carpet - so awesome thanks again
Fantastic video, I take this out every time I clean my Dyson, makes it so easy. Well done
Tip: for easier cleaning of "bits", try those cans of air used for computer parts. Works like a charm.
Great idea..!
I used my air compressor with a blower. All kinds of crap flew out of there lol
Great video. I’d use a coin instead of a screwdriver but they are in short supply these days!
Thanks from Germany 👍
Welchem Deutschen hat das Video noch geholfen?
Daumen hoch 🔥🔥🔥
Welhem bats fere bergasen hur? Hahaha(laugh in German)
Hi there,
Nice how to video
Don't know if important, but the manual says to clean with cold water.🤔
To dismount the accessories, the screws are designed to open with a simple coin😉
Just wanted to share, hope you don't mind
And to let dry for 24 hours
One more thing I add a few of those in washer scent beads to my bin and when I vacuum a nice scent comes out.
Great tip! Thanks for the feedback
This is the most British thing I’ve ever seen.
Thank you so much for this simple and extremely helpful video :)
We have a dog and my husband has to vacuum the floors once a week. He never cleaned the machine in several years. I've cleaned it, but I don't dare to dismantle the machine for fear of breaking it. As he vacuumed , the stench of the vacuum cleaner became unbearable to me, so I decided to disassemble it and clean it. I looked for several videos but I didn’t understand them, Thank you very much for helping me to take it apart and put it back together step by step. I’ feel so happy!
No problem, glad you managed to get the vacuum dismantled, cleaned and sorted out. Thanks for the great feedback
This is the second Dyson cordless for which you have walked me through the disassembly and cleaning. While Dyson succeeds with the suction part of their vacuums, they really fail on the design of the cheap plastic parts that all seem to be a little "fiddly." Thanks from New York City!
Only a Brit would do this in shirtsleeves 🤣🤣. Thanks mate ! Very good video
Thanks for the video. For cleaning the metal screen and cyclone air piece (6:17), if you have an air compressor it can do wonders for getting fine dust out (outside!). This is especially helpful if you've been using the vacuum on drywall or plaster dust, and it's amazing how much gets trapped in this piece.
can i use the compressor i fill tires with to do this?
@@deenasteinberg9800 possibly. If it has a tank and you can use a spray nozzle (instead of a tire valve adapter) then it should be doable. If no tank and low flow rate (like a tire pump) then no.
Personally I use a hair dryer with a cold function. My compressor or even a can of compressed air will do a better, more focused job but my hair dryer is easier to setup and does a good enough job.
Just adding to the other users who found this helpful. Note I did use water to clean my filters and had to wait quite a bit for it to dry out. In my case I'd vacuumed ditumaceous earth that fell on the floor and that really clogged all filters. Even with the water and some anxious moments, it did work after a long period of drying and putting on max for a 30 seconds to force the filtration (after having been as dry as I could get it).
use large size coin, screw driver damages plastic parts as seen on video.
I want to point out that Dyson says that wash filters with normal/cool water. Not warm
Superb video. Just spent ages trying to decipher the the diagrams in my instruction manual....but then I found YOU. Thank you so much ☺
Hello! Thanks for this video! Super helpful! I actually thought I had the V6 so I followed your video on that one in my V8 and it seemed it’s pretty much the same. I did notice that on the V6 video, you took apart the inside filters (not just removing the rubber seals) and it seemed to be the same on my V8. So hopefully I still did it right as I want to keep this V8 a couple more years. Thanks again!
Nice video; I love my V8 Animal and now I know how to dismantle and clean it. Thanks for sharing!
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just had mum call and say her v8 wasn't working....thanks for the info I'm now subscribed
You need a Dyson to clean the Dyson to get the dust accumulations out!
I was just thinking about doing that...lol
I'm ashamed to say that I've neglected my vacuum. I want to remedy that. Thank you for this video, I found it immensely helpful. I realise it was posted a long time ago, but I'm going to go ahead and ask: can I dry the washed parts in the sun, or would that warp the foamy bits?
I wouldn't recommend drying them in the sun. Just leave them to dry by your sink for 24 hours to make sure they are completely dry.
Thank you 👏🏼 I learn how to clean it properly 👌🏼🌚
that twist button is broken after 10 twists. they used soft plastic for it. should be metal. its a terrible vacuum cleaner for an even more terrible price. But dyson is in the apple row. Paying jackpot for utterly garbage quality
Great video. But would I buy this Dyson again? The plastic parts are flimsy and the maintanance not intuitive. It takes a video!
I have had a V8 for 5 years or so and it works great. The one thing I do differently is that I use my air compressor to blow all the dirt out of the unit once dismantled. I also have a V6 and just purchased the Outsize Absolute plus. I highly recommend the air compressor approach in lieu of the paint brush method.
The avarage housewife does not have an air compressor. That´s the problem.
My V8 has been lying in the kitchen waiting to be reassembled after cleaning 3 weeks ago. I didn't want to face not being able to put it together again. THANK YOU, the best instructions I have come across for practical info. It reminded me that I am missing the larger rubber seal so now to hunt for that.
Glad the video was helpful for you, thanks for the feedback😀
Fabulous video - very well done. I just got my Animal and very happy to see how to clean it properly. Thank you.
Shouldn't you be doing this outdoors or near at least a strong HEPA? I guess it depends what you suck up but with using mine in an are a solder often, I'd be getting a nice lead dusting everywhere. I just use computer duster or an air compressor to get the dust out, which is located in the garage and has an air filter but a fan blowing out from where you're working is a good enough solution. Have to clean the main cyclone area every week or so, same with the dyson cinetic big ball. Constant caking of dust. No idea why they would suggest the V8 and cinetic are more hygenic to empty, my old dysons (original root 6, first handheld, and dc48 animal) didn't have this level of dust caking and they are lower powered. Off topic but the cinetic big ball comes with a stupidly short hose that makes it almost unusable for anything above shoulder height as you run out of hose. Luckily support sent me pretty much every accessory for free along with a 2nd hose for both the cinetic big ball (actually 2 hoses, and it came with one) so I was able to combine 2 hoses for the big ball together after taking off the part that clips to the tank on one end and the rotating part where the hose attaches to the accessory. Connect those two parts together and instantly it becomes 100x more useful. The left over socket where accessories from the big ball attached that was removed for the double hose was then press fit onto the extra V8 hose and now it can use any accessory (v8 hose is smaller diameter.) Had no isses with these modifications and using the bigger tools on the v8 is great! Should be an option in the store. Customer Service sure gives away accessories like crazy if not satisfied with the product. Hundreds of dollars worth of them and parts (including 2nd v8 canister) and I didn't ask for any of them. Pays to buy from Dyson direct.
Thanks for this, how often do you recommend cleaning
I wish you had cleaned a dirty vacuum instead of cleaning a clean one. I had to deal with cat and human hair as well as damp kitty litter. My machine is cleaner but not as clean as new. Brilliant machine by the way.
Try using corn litter instead of clay. It dries quicker and doesn't "gum" up the vacuum cleaner. Keeps the litter box cleaner, too. I've had my Dyson for two years and have multiple cats, and the machine still looks like new. I agree tho, I wish the vacuum he cleaned had been dirty.
Absolute best video for cleaning the V8 and no annoying music. I've only had my Dyson for one day and have already had to refer to this a couple times. Thank you for posting.
never use screw driver like him. it make damaged item. use like coin that is better than screw driver.
You should twistvthevlock with coin cause the screwdriver is damaging the plastic loçk
Thank you so much you have just literally made my day I thought it was gone for good I didn't realise that you can get into it so much so you can give it a good clean I'm going to watch u again tomorrow and I'm going to give it a good clean for the new year it pays at the end of the day
Great to hear that, thanks very much for the feedback
The motorheads have motors in them hence why they have electrical contacts so no don't put them anywhere near water if possible.
Nice Video. Feeling like watching an old Bob Ross Video😋👍”Just slightly use your brush “
Bob Ross, legend.
What a PAIN it is to clean an "easy clean" bagless vacs. Such hassle to handle the dirty bags so we go through this ritual of using a paintbrush and cleaning every crevice of a bagless Vac.
yeh...I actually really like bags. It's why I've resisted the Dyson for so long, but I do love my cordless V8 now. just not the cleaning maintenance...
although this is four years after your video but thank you! you have saved me!
I had an issue with the cyclone assembly (yeah I looked it up) no longer freely sliding in the bin after cleaning. I'm guessing the bin gasket and the silver metal mesh are both lightly coated with a lubricate from the factory which cleaning removed. I brushed some wd-40 on both with a tissue. Problem solved. Great video. Thanks
Had my V8 for 5mo. Very dusty doggy household. 😢when it began pulsing!! No manual! Spent $$ for a teck to tell me it probably needed a filter clean! Found your how-to video right away..Hurrah!! All done. Thank you10x over. I'm sure I'll have to refer to it again before too long.
I love getting feedback like this knowing i helped to sort another vacuum out. Glad you got it sorted ok 👍
Great video. Thanks! A straw cleaning brush kit (reusable straws) might work well for that tight space inside the motor.
I use the air compressor and blow it through to rid dust, takes 1 minute. I find it has to be done quite regularly. Filters have to be washed regularly aswell.
Yes, when the Dyson switches from on to off a few times after each other, it's time to clean. After cleaning, it works again.
Super helpful!!! I've been thinking how to clean it and this makes total sense
My main motor head encasement is FILTHY. A brush will be inadequate. Should I take the motor off to thoroughly clean it?
If you feel you can do it without damaging the vacuum, then yes take it apart to clean it properly.
Thank you very much for this tutorial.
Thank you so much! Your video addresses everything I needed to clean with my V8.
Thank you! Your video is very comprehensive but easy to follow. 🙂
Bro I know this is an old video but you really helped me out today. I was actually gonna buy a new one because mine was so beat up. I had no idea it came apart like that. Game changer. It works like new. Liked and subscribed bro. You made a difference today.
That's great to hear it helped you. Thanks for the kind feedback
Thank you for an excellent video. Clear spoken step by step instructions are an absolute stand out!
Glad the video was helpful for you. Thanks for the great feedback 😊
Compressed air, works well (out doors).
Thankyou - have been guided by your video to clean my wonderful Dyson stick vac - todays cleaning now completed and am just waiting for the filter to dry out before getting into vaccuming once again...cheers and again thanks.
thanks a lot, your video helped me clean my dyson.. I was using it since 2 years and had never cleaned it. Lately it started giving foul odor and I was thinking of replacing it with newer version. After cleaning it like you instructed, the odor is gone and the suction has improved. Thank you!
No problem, glad it was useful for you
Thank you for the step-by-step cleaning procedure, the filters are drying and I am feeling more confident about maintaining the vacuum!
I just purchased one. Crazy!! No instructions in the box!
Thank so much ! This fell apart in my hands and for hours my wife and I fought until we found your video . My marriage is saved, thanks to you !
That's great to hear 😀
Excellent video. Thank you
Thanks. Very clear. Love Dyson. ❤
when you put the not fluffy head back together I have to say you missed an important step. the blue roll with the black bristles comes out and you slide it back in but there is a large grey cap on teh side that has the coin lock and unlock well that coin pops off and there is a TON of dust behind it that can be brushed out.
My Dyson runs for 10seconds and dies. Battery ? When new ran 30 minutes and died
It is more than likely a faulty battery. They can need a new battery after 3-4 years and hopefully after you have a new battery, it will feel like a new vacuum
Not me rinsing the metal screen and cyclone air piece to later find out it shouldn’t be washed. 🙃 Thankfully, I was able to fully dry it 😅
If you want to take it a step further and have a hair dryer with a cold mode (or an air compressor) you can give everything a quick blast of air on a regular basis to stop dust and grime from caking up inside. Just make sure you only use the cold mode so you don't accidentally toast any internal components.
I love my Dyson V8 Absolute, I have 1 for the house and 1 for the lake house and they make vacuuming a breeze
This is helpful thank you!
Long hairs are a nightmare, I actually got some scissors to cut them off the brush. They were wrapped tightly and I couldn't pull them loose.
Thank you, even more useful than Dyson's support videos!
Excellent video! Perfectly demonstrated - thank you so much! ***** 😊
Glad it was helpful!
7:25 I recommend washing this out with soapy warm water. I do this on all my dyson models. Shake out any left over water and leave it to dry out. I also blow out the motor 2:25 with air which stores a lot of dust
I have a question about blowing out the motor with air: wouldn't that risk harming the motor? It seems you'd be blowing dust into the motor which can't be good. What kind if tiny device sucks out the dust from small spaces rather than blowing it out?
@@Ayram9 no it's just taking off the back filter and turning it on which blows the air and dust out freely.
Thanks for this video. I particularly like how to dismantle the inner core to clean...it has frustrated me not being able to remove the dust in this section...after time the build it gets smelly!
Diana Townsend Yes! For 4yrs, I have blowing out, outside!
Mine too. Wonder if it could be dismantled like V7.
Hey thanks for uploading this. There’s one thing I need to point out. The transparent bin may look like just a plastic part but it has electronics in the grey plastic and water can get inside if you rinse it. It’s the circuit that gives power to the motor of the extension head so be careful. The cyclone is the one that can be rinsed but difficult to dry.
I know this is an old comment but I did rinse this part and I'm concerned I may have gotten water on the inside or near the electronics. I'm letting it dry overnight, but are there any other precautions I should take so this doesn't ruin the vacuum when I reattach?
@@doughenderson6089what ended up happening lmao?
@@atxbee let it dry thoroughly overnight and it worked fine the next day. We still have the vacuum and use it almost daily, so I'd say it ended up fine!
Thank you my friend for taking the time to make this helpful video.
Heard you are not supposed to wet the bin because two electric contacts ??
If the bin has electrical contacts, then it is better to wipe the bin around rather than putting it in water.
Thank you so much for this video! I never knew how to take my vacuum apart! I misplaced the manual!!
On average, after how many usage do we have to clean this?
On the whole i would recommend cleaning the machine like this every 3-4 months but it really depends how dirty the vacuum gets between each clean.
Excellent instructions on cleaning and reassembly! I was having problems getting it back together. Thank you so much!
Agree
Thank you! This is a very helpful video
No problem, glad it was helpful for you.
thank you for this video
Thanks for that! What about the hairs that get tangled in the wheels? How should i take them out? Thanks again!
This is extremely helpful and well done thank you
Thanks for this great video. Will be consulting it often!
Great Video! Very helpful, thank you!
He sounds like the same guy in the “it’s too bleeding late!” Meme 😅
I spent at least 20 minutes trying to figure out what to do between 2:57 and 3:00 - thank you!!!!
lol same
@@huseyinalupveren3768 haha, so wasn't jus me looking at waiting for something to happen
Thanks a lot. I disassembled mine and forgot how to reassemble it.
Great video. Dissasembled and cleaned while I was waiting for the new battery to charge🙂