Hi, how can i clean my Dyson DC23.When i use it a bad smell comes from it,i have cleaned the filter but the hose still smells,any advice would be greatly appreciated,many thanks Tony Mc Alister
It could be a deteriorating belt. I have a Dyson and love it, cannot think of anything that would smell but burnt rubber.
SOURCE: Smells when in use. Have cleaned filter inside red canister, but that didn't help.
Vac up some carpet freshener this will help get the musty smell out. ,
SOURCE: OUR DYSON DC 17 ANIMAL HAS A SMELL OF ABOUT 50
Try buying "Citronella" from an essential oils dealer (maybe eBay?) Apply 6-12 drops on the paper filter element...you'll LOVE the smell.
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Haven't you asked this question before?
SOURCE: My dyson dc14 has a strong burning smell
A DC 14 has two belts - one that connects the motor ourput to the clutch mechanism (the dial that lets you turn off the brush rotation completely is part of the clutch mechanism), and another that connects the clutch to the brush bar.
Unfortuneatley, the one that connects the motor to the clutch is hidden under a plastic cover so is very difficult to check.
With the machine running, and NOT in the upright position (i.e. as if you were vacuuming a floor), make sure the brush bar is actually rotating. If it isnt, you need to check both belts and the clutch. Due to the cover being held by three "Torx" screws, one of which is very difficult to get at, this isnt easy.
If the brush bar is rotating, then the burning is an indication the motor is about to fail. Motor replacement is possible depending how good your DIY skills are, and again you'll need "Torx" drivers to dismantle it. Website www.dysonmedic.com has some very good info.
SOURCE: Dyson makes smell
You need to replace the belts. When they are worn they put off a smell. Here is the belt you need:
Dyson DC14 Belt
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