Turns on but wont pick up anything. just is spitting out dog hair and dirt. how do i fix it

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recently had same issue with friends. remove the filter and see the other thin filter there that goes to your motor compartment.. remove that and clean it. also check inside your tubes make sure not partially clogged.

SOURCE: My wind tunnel had a lot of dog hair at the intake

I have an upright Dyson Cyclonic.  Because I have dogs, I also have a Miele Pull-along.  I use the cyclonic for fine dust after picking up the hairs with the Miele.  

Much quicker in the long run.  

Otherwise I would waste a lot of time cleaning out the Dysan Cyclonic airways.  I usually use long nose pliers to get the ball out and then I use my Miele to **** the rest out of the Dysans airways!!!  

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HelloHello Leslie,

First, check that the bag is not full, which would seriously restrict air flow.

Second, while the front cover is removed, check that the seal is not damaged or missing.

Third, remove the bag and disconnect the lower end of the convoluted plastic suction pipe from the the base of the machine (as for using the manual brush or tube) and check for any blockage or restriction to air flow; also check for similar blockage in the passage from the brush cavity to the pipe connection. Unblock as necessary.

Four, refit the bag and front cover, switch on the machine and check for suction at the bottom end of the pipe.

Five, if there is suction, reconnect the pipe to the base and check that the machine is functioning correctly. Make sure the brush roller is rotating and does not stop on contact with the carpet; if so, replace the drive belt.


I hope this is helpful.

Kind regards,

Jon Glenny.