20 Most Recent Dyson DC05 Cylinder Bagless Canister Cyclonic Vacuum - Page 3 Questions & Answers

Hi there

All Dyson vacuum cleaners are fitted with a thermal cutout, which will switch off the motor if it becomes too hot. This is normally caused by a lack of airflow to the motor, i.e caused by a blockage or a dirty filter.

I would make sure that you have completed the full blockage procedure and have thoroughly washed the filter and see if this helps.

Kind regards
Darran
Dyson Customer Service

Hi its Darran at Dyson.

In the UK we offer a repair service for £69 which includes parts labour and VAT. If you would like to arrange this, please contact our Helpline on 0800 298 0298.

You can also purchase a replacement cable reel by calling us. Please ensure you have the serial number of your machine when calling.

Kind regards
Darran
Dyson Customer Service

Hi its Darran at Dyson.

Sounds like you have a blockage in the extension tube or floor tool. With the extension tube removed from the wand and floor tool hold it up to the light. you should be able to see if it is blocked.

We have online support at www.dyson.co.uk which you may find useful, or if you are still experiencing difficulties, please call our Helpline free on 0800 298 0298.

Kind regards
Darran
Dyson Customer Service

Hi there SmartAlec from NelsonVacuums.com.au your post doesn't say where you are from but if you are in Australia then the rod is about $50 and the handle $20. If you are looking for second hand then ebay is your best bet. Be aware though that it is a really common problem so if you are buying one second hand check that the latches and plastic end bits aren't cracked. Alternatively the dc05 can be changed to using normal 32mm vacuum handle and rods, it wont have the clips but it will be much cheaper.
Happy Vacuuming
Regards Alec

You can sometimes tell from the "feel" of the switch if this is a problem with the switch itself. However, by far the most common cause of the "won't switch on" problem is damage to the flex. Dysons are often let down by the quality of their flex, and it's quite common for the copper wire in the flex to break (compounded by the fact that the plastic tends to become brittle, especially if the flex has not always been fully unwound in use). This usually happens where the flex is subject to the greatest strain and bending - where it leaves the plug and at the other end which (sadly for a DC05) is inside the rewind reel. There may or may not be visible external signs of damage.
If you want to know what's involved in fitting a new flex and reel, go to www.dysonmedic.com then scroll to the bottom of the page and click on "DC02 cable replacement". The person who set up that site hasn't done a page for this job on a DC05, but the DC02 is similar. His "DC05 motor replacement" page shows you how to dismantle the 05 and get to the cable reel.
I hope this helps. Good luck!

was sucking up some powder and after cleaner was emptied and had a rest it appears to be operating again. thank you

Check for blockages and make sure the washable filter is clean (it must be completely dry before putting it back after washing).

This might help:

http://www.dysonmedic.com/DC05%20Folder/DC05%20motor%20change.html

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Usually a plugged hose can be cleared using a broom handle, if you can force the blockage through, if not as previously suggested a coat hanger attached to the broom handle (duck tape will do) straighten out hanger so it can be used like a cork screw to screw into the blockage and pull it out, socks,underwear and pantyhose are the usual suspects!

They snap in. There are no screws to take out. The pedal snaps out but you will have to really pry it out with a flat screw driver.

throw it away, any time a plastic vacuum gets melted or warped in any way they usually never work the same again, and tend to get worse over time.

Just buy a new belt from a domestic appliance spares store or online store and replace the old one.

Sounds like your cable reel mechanism is broken. Go to <a href="http://www.grosse.is-a-geek.com/diydc05mc.html">this link</a> to see a step-by-step guide for replacing the reel. You will need to order it from a spares provider. Google is your friend. Prices around £23.
HTH

that dyson is a old model. they don't sell it in stores anymore and the motors on dysons are made cheaply. take it into a vacuum shop. or just get a new one

Hi there Angus, SmartAlec from NelsonVacuums.com.au here. That light normally means the motor is stuffed but it will also light if the roller cant spin. So just check there is no obstuction stopping the roller from turning and also remove the roller and take of the end caps and clean out the debris that ias likely there too. If this isnt the problem unfortunatley you will have to get a new head. Hope this helps. Happy Vacuuming :)

check fuse in plug
check foot switch clicks when pressed
check cable for damage
if non above replace motor

It could be the motor. I'm having to replace the brushes on my DC 05. It appears that you can only get brushes for the YDK motors in the DYSON, not the Panasonic motor. Which might be saying something about the YDK motors. What happens is that the carbon brushes wear down which is normal. However, the contact wire from the brush to its connector is set so that when the brush wears down, the wire is short enough to stop the spring etc from damaging the commutator. The end result is that you get an intermittent operation of the motor before it finally dies.
I believe all the DYSONs come with the option of both motors and you cannot really tell which motor you have until you take the thing to bits. You also cannot change motors without changing various other parts on the hoover. On my DC 05 the writing on the YDK motor tells you which one it is.
This website www. tasweb.org ,select the DC 05 option and scroll down tells you how to take the thing to bits. A search on google etc for your DC 07 may give similar results. Best of luck!

You have to take the wheels off first to get at two securing screws on each side of the cleaner. First of all remove the plugs in the centre of each wheel (you will probably damage them prizing them out but they are available online as replacements if you make to much of a mess - look online anyway to see what you are dealing with).

In the centre of each wheel there is a different colour plug. This must be removed before the wheel can be pulled off. I used a small screwdriver to prise it out. You will probably damage the plug in removing it but they are easily available online as a replacement. You will then see two screws holding the case together. You need to undo both sides plus the screw on the top.
(If you think you may have a loose connection, then it could be the motor brushes have worn out and need replacing)