If your Bissell vacuum is making a loud noise, you’re in the right place. Here we’ll identify and solve the problem your Bissell vacuum has . .
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Bissell Vacuum Loud Motor Noise – Why and How To Fix
If your Bissell vacuum cleaner motor is making a loud noise, the problem could be that a large amount of dust or stones is blocking the engine. To solve the problem, you will need to unclog the engine. Follow the steps below to unclog your Bissell vacuum cleaner engine . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power outlet or turned on can cause electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the vacuum canister from the vacuum cleaner and set it aside.
Step 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws at the lower back of the vacuum cleaner. There might be eight or ten screws to remove. Keep the screws in a safe place.
Step 4. Remove the back cover of the vacuum cleaner and set it aside. After removing the back cover you will be able to get to the motor compartment.
Step 5. Disconnect the motor from the vacuum cleaner and keep it in a safe place.
Step 6. Use your hand to carefully pull out the object that is blocking the vacuum motor.
Step 7. Use a soft brush or a dry piece of cloth or tissue to clean the motor compartment carefully.
Step 8. Carefully reconnect the motor to the vacuum cleaner.
Step 9. Put the back cover back on and put the screws back in their places.
Step 10. Reconnect the vacuum canister to the vacuum cleaner.
Step 11. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
Bissell Powerforce Vacuum Making Noise – Why and How To Fix
If your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner is making noise, the machine could have one of two problems. Keep on reading to figure out the problem your Bissell vacuum cleaner might have and how to fix them . . .
The filters are clogged
If the filters of your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner are clogged, the machine can start making a loud noise. To solve the problem, you will need to clean the filters. Follow the steps below to clean your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner filters . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin the cleaning process. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power outlet or turned on can cause electrocution.
Step 2.Press the release button on the vacuum canister to disconnect it from the vacuum cleaner.
Step 3. Take the canister out of the vacuum cleaner and set it aside.
Step 4. Lift the filter tab to unlock the vacuum canister.
Step 5. Open the lid of the vacuum canister.
Step 6. The foam filter at the top of the tank is the pre-motor filter. Take the filter out and set it aside.
Step 7. Wash the pre filter with warm water and a mild detergent. Leave the filter to dry.
Step 8. Make sure the filter is completely dry before putting it back into the vacuum canister. Putting a wet filter in your Bissell vacuum cleaner can cause it to malfunction.
Step 9. Reconnect the filter to the vacuum canister and close the lid.
Step 10. Reconnect the canister to the vacuum cleaner. You can tell that the canister is properly secured when you hear it lock with a click.
Step 11. You will find the post motor filter door at the bottom of the vacuum canister. Pull the filter door out and set it aside.
Step 12. Pull the post motor filter out of its chamber.
Step 13. The post motor filter can’t be washed with detergent or with water. To clean the post motor filter, simply tap it on the side of a trash can or a sink to get rid of loose dust and dirt.
Step 14. When the post motor filter is completely clean, put it back in its place under the vacuum canister then put the filter door back in its place.
Step 15. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
Note: Do not attempt to use your vacuum cleaner without its filters. Using your Bissell vacuum cleaner without its filters can cause it to malfunction.
If you have tried cleaning the filters and your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner is still making a loud noise, then your machine might have this problem . . .
The brush roller is bad
If the brush roller of your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner is bad, the machine won’t be able to work without making a strange noise. To solve the problem, you will need to replace the brush roller. Follow the steps below to replace your Bissell powerforce vacuum cleaner brush roller . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin . Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power outlet or turned on can cause your machine to malfunction.
Step 2. Recline the vacuum cleaner and flip it over. Lay it on a flat surface.
Step 3. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the brush roller cover in place.
Step 4. Take the brush cover out and set it aside.
Step 5. Take the brush roller out of the brush chamber then slide it through the belt and set it aside.
Step 6. Put a new brush roller in the place of the old one then slide it through the vacuum belt.
Step 7. Put the brush roller cover back on and put the screws back in their places.
Step 8. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
Bissell Pet Eraser Vacuum Making Loud Noise – Why and How To Fix
If your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner is making a loud noise, the machine could have one of many problems. Keep on reading to figure out and solve the problem your Bissell vacuum cleaner has . . .
The vacuum cleaner is on the wrong setting
If your Bissell pet vacuum cleaner is on the wrong setting, the machine will make a loud noise. To solve the problem, choose the right setting suitable for the surface you want to clean.
The brush was left on while on the wrong surface
If you leave your Bissell pet vacuum cleaner on while on a hard surface, the machine will make a loud noise. To solve the problem, Turn the brush off and the alarming noise should disappear.
The tank is clogged
If the tank of your Bissell pet vacuum cleaner is clogged, the machine will make a loud noise. To solve the problem, disconnect the tank from the vacuum cleaner then open it to check for clogs. Remove whatever may be clogging the tank and the vacuum cleaner should start working properly again.
The hose might be clogged
If the hose of your Bissell vacuum cleaner is clogged, the machine will make a loud noise. To solve the problem, you will need to unclog the vacuum cleaner hose. Follow the steps below to unclog your Bissell vacuum cleaner hose . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power or turned on can cause electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum cleaner.
Step 3. Use a long and thin object to push out the thing that is blocking the vacuum hose.
Step 4. Reconnect the hose to the vacuum cleaner.
Step 5. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working properly.
The lower hose might be clogged
If the lower hose of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner is clogged, the machine will make a loud noise to warn you. To solve the problem, you will need to unclog the lower hose. Follow the steps below to unclog the lower hose of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner . . .
Step 1. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is turned on or plugged into the power outlet can cause electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the vacuum canister from the vacuum cleaner and set it aside.
Step 3. Recline the vacuum cleaner then flip it over. Lay it on a flat surface.
Step 4. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the brush roller cover in place. Keep the screws in a safe place
Step 5. Take the brush cover out and set it aside.
Step 6. Take the brush roller out and slide it through the vacuum belt. Set the brush roller aside.
Step 7. Use a long and thin pole to push out the object that is blocking the lower hose.
Step 8. Put the brush roller cover back on and put the screws back in their places.
Step 9. Flip the vacuum cleaner over and keep it in the upright position.
Step 10. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
The brush roller might be clogged
If the brush roller of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner is clogged, the machine will make a loud noise to warn you. To solve the problem, you will need to clean the brush roller. Follow the steps below to clean the brush roller of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin the cleaning process. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power outlet or turned on can cause electrocution.
Step 2. Recline the vacuum cleaner and flip it over. Lay the vacuum cleaner on a flat surface.
Step 3. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the brush roller cover in place. Keep the screws in a safe place
Step 4. Take the brush cover out and set it aside.
Step 5. Take the brush roller out of the brush chamber then slide it through the vacuum cleaner belt.
Step 6. Use a pair of scissors to carefully cut off any hair or thread that may be stuck on the brush roller.
Step 7. Use a dry piece of cloth or tissue or a soft brush to clean out any dust that may be in the brush roller chamber.
Step 8. Put the brush roller back in the brush chamber and slide it through the belt again.
Step 9. Put the brush roller cover back on and put the screws back in their places.
Step 10. Flip the vacuum cleaner over and keep it in an upright position.
Step 11. Turn the vacuum cleaner back and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
The filters are clogged
If the filters of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner are clogged, the machine will make a loud noise to warn you. To solve the problem, you will need to clean the filters. Follow the steps below to clean the filters of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner . . .
Step 1. Turn your vacuum cleaner off and unplug it from the power outlet before you begin the cleaning process. Working on your Bissell vacuum cleaner while it is plugged into the power outlet or turned on can cause electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the vacuum canister from the vacuum cleaner and set it aside.
Step 3. Twist the canister lid counterclockwise to open it. Set the lid aside.
Step 4. Take the foam filter out of the top of the vacuum canister. The foam filter is the pre filter.
Step 5. Wash the pre filter with warm water and a mild detergent. Leave the pre filter to dry.
Step 6. Make sure the filter is completely dry before putting it back into the vacuum canister. Putting a wet filter in your Bissell vacuum cleaner can cause it to malfunction.
Step 7. When the pre filter is completely dry, put it back in the lid of the vacuum canister then put the lid back on the canister. Turn the canister lid clockwise to lock it in place.
Step 8. Pull the filter tab below the vacuum canister up to disconnect the post motor filter door from the vacuum cleaner.
Step 9. Take the post motor filter door out and set it aside.
Step 10. Twist the post motor filter counterclockwise to disconnect it from the vacuum cleaner.
Step 11. Lift the post motor filter out of the vacuum cleaner.
Step 12. The post motor filter can’t be washed with detergent or with water. To clean the post motor filter, tap it on the side of a trash can or sink to get rid of loose dirt.
Step 13. Put the post motor filter back in its place and lock it in place by turning it clockwise. You can tell that the filter is properly secured when you hear it lock with a click.
Step 14. Put the vacuum canister back in its place.
Step 15. Turn the vacuum cleaner back on and check if it is working like it is supposed to now.
The vacuum canister is too full
If the canister of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner is too full, the machine will make a loud noise to warn you. To solve the problem, disconnect the canister from the vacuum cleaner and empty it over a trash can. After emptying the canister, the machine should start working properly now.
The vacuum canister wasn’t placed properly
If the canister of your Bissell pet eraser vacuum cleaner is properly connected to the vacuum cleaner, the machine will make a loud noise to warn you. To solve the problem, reconnect the vacuum canister to the vacuum cleaner properly. After connecting the canister properly, the vacuum cleaner should start working properly.
