I suggest that hubby gives you a PAY RAISE . I have fixed plenty of vacuum cleaners which were thrown out. Most of them just had clogged filters or hoses. Garage sale cash is my reward. You went above the call of duty and have the reward of fixing a useful tool. One of my neighbors tossed a Shark S 3550 model so that is my next project. So far, the vinegar process, and dis-assembly will follow if the steamer needs deeper diagnosis. Keep up the achievement list !
Mine was like this since it was new. I always thought this thin just sucked. It would occasionally make steam, It would go for about 5 minutes of nothing but a very tiny bit of steam then it would spurt out hot water for about a minute or less then go back to very little steam. Thank you for this video it was great help. I believe many of these were broken from the factory. My guess is the pump was to stiff to start up and they were not aligned right. 😃THANK YOU😃 this was very helpful.
You are my new hero! I’ve been searching all over for a fix for mine and yes, I just kept getting the “clean the nozzle” ones. I was just about to rip into my shark. I figured if it’s toast maybe I will learn something anyway….. you have probably saved my shark too! Another fix it lady ! Thanks soooo much for making this video!
Yay! The way I see it is that it was already broke, it can't get much "broker"! If you're going to toss it out anyway, might as well give it a whirl first! I hope your fix is as easy as mine! Good luck! :)
Thank you so much! I don't use this steam cleaner very often, but when I do get it out to clean something, I want it to work. You are the only one that helped me with my issue.
I am going to attempt fixing my pump now after watching you fix yours! But I don’t think I want to risk ruining my cutting mat😅. Thanks for your video!
VERY impressive! With lots of helpful practical tips, like removing all screws from their holes and setting them aside in order, etc. Thank you for sharing the knowledge!
Mine stopped working around 8 years ago, I couldn’t find a video to help me figure it out so I put it in the shed…and forgot about until today. Anyway, sticking a wire in sprayer nozzle worked for me. It was most probably clogged from using tap water and not distilled water. Anyway, thanks a million, I enjoyed your video. ☺️😊
7:35 Exactly when I was thinking exactly how much mouth I would have to hear from my partner if I took our steamer apart, you said this, which was incredibly encouraging. I am going to go ahead and try this repair. I told him about it just sputtering and not steaming 2 weeks ago and he tried the unclog with pin thing and when that didn't work, he said "I guess you broke it" and gave it back to me.
Aw! Well like I always say, "it can't get any more broken, might as well give it a try!". Technically, I guess it _could_ get more broken but if you're going to toss it out anyway, give it a shot! Lol! You can do it! :) PS: You probably didn't break it in the first place. It seems as though these are kinda built broken. Good luck with it!
Thank you! Great video. Well explained. I was anxious to see the end result, and almost slipped a few minutes here and there during the video. I kept listening because I didn’t want to miss any bit of useful information. I will definitely try to fix mine ( same situation, same minimal usage) in the winter time, on a bad winter day. I will have your video right next to me. Cheers!
I loved your video and it is very useful. I have a different model of Shark steam mop. However, the pump mechanism presented in your video gives a good idea in troubleshooting pump of such steam mops. Keep up the good work. Your video will help to those who are trying to troubleshoot and fix their mops instead of sending them to the Landfill. God bless you for your excellent thinking process in helping others in doing good to the environment. My mop is 5 to 7 years old and the heater assembly was completely rusted. After trying almost all the methods described in TH-cam videos, I failed in all except one drastic step (drilling through the check valve of the heater assembly) at the very end before deciding to throw it away. In the mean time I had to adjust many things (the heat resistant pipe tore off and I started panicking because to replace it I have to spend more time which was not possible as I had already spent several days in trying all the methods described in TH-cam videos. Finally it worked like a new mop. To avoid rusting, from now on, I am going to use distilled water; already started using distilled water and mopped the floors. There was excellent production of steam.
Months ago I'd seen this video and I thought it's was interesting . A few days ago my steam cleaner stopped pumping I had totally forgotten about this video untell now , Thank-you for shearing this video with us
I had exactly the same problem with mine. I contacted shark and they said to put some white vinegar in the tank and leave it to soak for a couple of hours which didn’t seem to work so I added a teaspoon of baking powder to the vinegar and put the stopper back on the tank and switched it on it immediately started working again. I emptied it and added more white vinegar mixed with water this time and operated it got abut 10 minutes before emptying and filling with filtered water. It’s worked fine ever since I hope that helps.
You did a awesome job! Crazy how mine is in the same situation I actually had this a while now but only used it 3 times, I guess it Is a pretty old model, but just like yours, I can't imagine what caused this. But thankyou. You really do a great job at explaining everything ..
Thanks so much for the kind words! I get the feeling these are sort of built broken; it seems that everyone has some sort of problem with them. I think it's the minerals in the water that cause them to get clogged but I have no idea what causes the trouble I had. It's still working though! :)
Okay! Your video is very informative unfortunately im stuck still trying to get it apart! All the screws are out but its just not coming loose, without breaking it what could be the problem?
I only wish you had a video on fixing my Dyson ball vacume LOL! That's been broke for over a year I refuse to throw it out it wasn't cheap. And I think that shark should do a recall on that problem it seems to be happening quite a bit. I bet many people have thrown them out over this. Sorry, I talk way too much!! Thanks again!!
I feel your pain! I have a Dyson ball stick vacuum that crapped out about 8 months after I got it. I went to use it one day & it was totally dead. The battery was no good. No indication it was failing the last time I used it. I had to replace the battery. I got it through Dyson & they were actually helpful. I think it was _just_ out of warranty, too. You might try getting a hold of them. Never know! Good luck! :)
Same thing with my Bissell Steam Shot. Used I think ONE TIME and it doesn’t work. Drips water and doesn’t steam very well. The trigger seems sticky. They offered me a coupon for 20% off a new one 🙄. So, now I’m just going to take it apart and try to fix it.
You might check the size of the screwdriver you're using. If it's too big they'll be nearly impossible to turn. You may already know this but the "common" Phillips screwdriver is a #2, if I recall, these use a size #1 (smaller).
I am going to attempt fixing my pump now after watching you fix yours! But I don’t think I want to risk ruining my cutting mat😅. Thanks for your video!
I suggest that hubby gives you a PAY RAISE . I have fixed plenty of vacuum cleaners which were thrown out. Most of them just had clogged filters or hoses. Garage sale cash is my reward. You went above the call of duty and have the reward of fixing a useful tool. One of my neighbors tossed a Shark S 3550 model so that is my next project. So far, the vinegar process, and dis-assembly will follow if the steamer needs deeper diagnosis. Keep up the achievement list !
Mine was like this since it was new. I always thought this thin just sucked.
It would occasionally make steam, It would go for about 5 minutes of nothing but a very tiny bit of steam then it would spurt out hot water for about a minute or less then go back to very little steam. Thank you for this video it was great help. I believe many of these were broken from the factory. My guess is the pump was to stiff to start up and they were not aligned right.
😃THANK YOU😃 this was very helpful.
You are my new hero! I’ve been searching all over for a fix for mine and yes, I just kept getting the “clean the nozzle” ones. I was just about to rip into my shark. I figured if it’s toast maybe I will learn something anyway….. you have probably saved my shark too! Another fix it lady ! Thanks soooo much for making this video!
Yay! The way I see it is that it was already broke, it can't get much "broker"! If you're going to toss it out anyway, might as well give it a whirl first! I hope your fix is as easy as mine! Good luck! :)
Now I’d be happy just to be able to get the darn screws out! They put them in with ‘not to be removed’ in mind!! I will win this battle! 😊
@@allmostroundthebend I used a pretty small Phillips. If I recall, the "standard" #2 Phillips just spun in the screw heads.
You can do it! :)
Thank you so much! I don't use this steam cleaner very often, but when I do get it out to clean something, I want it to work. You are the only one that helped me with my issue.
I am going to attempt fixing my pump now after watching you fix yours! But I don’t think I want to risk ruining my cutting mat😅. Thanks for your video!
Great! Good luck with your fix! I hope it works out for you! 🙂
VERY impressive! With lots of helpful practical tips, like removing all screws from their holes and setting them aside in order, etc. Thank you for sharing the knowledge!
Thanks so much for the kind words, I really appreciate the feedback! Thank you for watching! :)
Mine stopped working around 8 years ago, I couldn’t find a video to help me figure it out so I put it in the shed…and forgot about until today. Anyway, sticking a wire in sprayer nozzle worked for me. It was most probably clogged from using tap water and not distilled water.
Anyway, thanks a million, I enjoyed your video. ☺️😊
7:35 Exactly when I was thinking exactly how much mouth I would have to hear from my partner if I took our steamer apart, you said this, which was incredibly encouraging. I am going to go ahead and try this repair. I told him about it just sputtering and not steaming 2 weeks ago and he tried the unclog with pin thing and when that didn't work, he said "I guess you broke it" and gave it back to me.
Aw! Well like I always say, "it can't get any more broken, might as well give it a try!". Technically, I guess it _could_ get more broken but if you're going to toss it out anyway, give it a shot! Lol! You can do it! :)
PS: You probably didn't break it in the first place. It seems as though these are kinda built broken. Good luck with it!
Thank you! Great video. Well explained. I was anxious to see the end result, and almost slipped a few minutes here and there during the video. I kept listening because I didn’t want to miss any bit of useful information. I will definitely try to fix mine ( same situation, same minimal usage) in the winter time, on a bad winter day. I will have your video right next to me. Cheers!
Great! I hope it helps you out! Thanks for watching! :)
Thank you for your help. I used mine twice also. Put it up.
Thank you for the wonderful video. You just saved me from throwing it in the garbage.
I loved your video and it is very useful. I have a different model of Shark steam mop. However, the pump mechanism presented in your video gives a good idea in troubleshooting pump of such steam mops. Keep up the good work. Your video will help to those who are trying to troubleshoot and fix their mops instead of sending them to the Landfill. God bless you for your excellent thinking process in helping others in doing good to the environment.
My mop is 5 to 7 years old and the heater assembly was completely rusted. After trying almost all the methods described in TH-cam videos, I failed in all except one drastic step (drilling through the check valve of the heater assembly) at the very end before deciding to throw it away. In the mean time I had to adjust many things (the heat resistant pipe tore off and I started panicking because to replace it I have to spend more time which was not possible as I had already spent several days in trying all the methods described in TH-cam videos. Finally it worked like a new mop. To avoid rusting, from now on, I am going to use distilled water; already started using distilled water and mopped the floors. There was excellent production of steam.
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience, hopefully, it'll help others who might be having the same issue. 👍
This is definitely a manufacturer defect otherwise this wouldn’t be such a consistent problem. I’ve never used mine and this was the issue. Thanks!!!
Thank you! Saved me $150 on a new machine and attachments!
Months ago I'd seen this video and I thought it's was interesting . A few days ago my steam cleaner stopped pumping I had totally forgotten about this video untell now , Thank-you for shearing this video with us
Thanks for watching! I hope it helps you with your steamer! :)
Mine stopped working a couple weeks ago. I'll be taking it apart thanks to you 😊 your husband can roll his eyes at both of us lol
Lol! Excellent! I hope yours is an easy fix! :)
I've chucked three steam mop same symptoms - and now I have two to save 😂 thank you!!!
I had exactly the same problem with mine. I contacted shark and they said to put some white vinegar in the tank and leave it to soak for a couple of hours which didn’t seem to work so I added a teaspoon of baking powder to the vinegar and put the stopper back on the tank and switched it on it immediately started working again. I emptied it and added more white vinegar mixed with water this time and operated it got abut 10 minutes before emptying and filling with filtered water. It’s worked fine ever since I hope that helps.
It sounds like your issue was a plugged nozzle or line. Hard water plugs them up. Vinegar IS great for breaking deposits up. Great job!
Thank you very much for showing the reason. I am going to fix mine now. However I wonder why it comes off the track. I guess it is just bad design.
thank you for this video! fixed my issue so quickly and easily!
Oh yay! I'm so happy to hear that! :)
You did a awesome job! Crazy how mine is in the same situation I actually had this a while now but only used it 3 times, I guess it Is a pretty old model, but just like yours, I can't imagine what caused this. But thankyou. You really do a great job at explaining everything ..
Thanks so much for the kind words! I get the feeling these are sort of built broken; it seems that everyone has some sort of problem with them. I think it's the minerals in the water that cause them to get clogged but I have no idea what causes the trouble I had. It's still working though! :)
Okay! Your video is very informative unfortunately im stuck still trying to get it apart! All the screws are out but its just not coming loose, without breaking it what could be the problem?
I only wish you had a video on fixing my Dyson ball vacume LOL! That's been broke for over a year I refuse to throw it out it wasn't cheap. And I think that shark should do a recall on that problem it seems to be happening quite a bit. I bet many people have thrown them out over this. Sorry, I talk way too much!! Thanks again!!
I feel your pain! I have a Dyson ball stick vacuum that crapped out about 8 months after I got it. I went to use it one day & it was totally dead. The battery was no good. No indication it was failing the last time I used it. I had to replace the battery. I got it through Dyson & they were actually helpful. I think it was _just_ out of warranty, too. You might try getting a hold of them. Never know! Good luck! :)
Bravo👏now I gotta see if that’s what wrong with my Hoover brand handheld steamer that looks like this🤣
Thanks! Please let me know if it's the same & if you were successful!
“If I can do it you can do it”,
Is being used a bit to loosely here.
You’ve got a lucky husband
Same thing with my Bissell Steam Shot. Used I think ONE TIME and it doesn’t work. Drips water and doesn’t steam very well. The trigger seems sticky. They offered me a coupon for 20% off a new one 🙄. So, now I’m just going to take it apart and try to fix it.
Worked for my SC630Q,thank you
Nice to have a lady that likes to play with things.
THESE SCREWS ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO GET UNSCREWED! 😩
You might check the size of the screwdriver you're using. If it's too big they'll be nearly impossible to turn. You may already know this but the "common" Phillips screwdriver is a #2, if I recall, these use a size #1 (smaller).
i think you just solved my problem! it will take me much longer so will try tonite 😊
Great! Please report back when you've finished! You can do it! :)
Well I’m going to retrieve mine from the trash and have a looksie! Thanks
Thank you. You were amazing! Great work!
thank you so much for making this video!!
love this & we have dohopper technical terms that are similar
Thanks! Yes! Those ultra-technical terms are necessary sometimes. lol!
you're are an awesome instructor! great information. thank you
Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words! :)
Nice ! great job lady
Thank you! :)
The pump moves side to side but there is still no steam. Is there anything else that may be causing an issue?
Brilliant!
Thanks! 🙂
Do you make Patriotic Pillows with that fabric?
Those are actually hand towels that I embroider on. :)
Okay girl... Bout to try this😂
I think using distilled water instead of tap water keeps it running
When mine quits like that, I turn it upside down and run it. For some reason it usually clears itself.
Great tip! I'll definitely give that a try if it quits again! Thanks! :)
I'm going to try this on a day when my husband is working. He doesn't believe a woman can do anything.
Why did you marry him? That's horrible.
thanks .
You're welcome! I hope it helps! :)
Rule #1, ALWAYS photograph your way in so you can put things back together.
My light doesn’t come on at all. Doesn’t steam, water just drips out
Ok can you fix mine now hihihi
LOL! You can do it! It's already broken, right? Give it a whirl! :)
I am going to attempt fixing my pump now after watching you fix yours! But I don’t think I want to risk ruining my cutting mat😅. Thanks for your video!
How'd it go?