How to change vacuum cleaner belts

Vacuum cleaner belts should be replaced every 3 or 4 months. Few people actually do this and this could lead to problems in some cases. It is always better to change a part on a timely basis than having it changed when it breaks down. Vacuum cleaner belts are like any other belt out there. When overly used it will eventually break! It is as simple as that and although some individuals will only change one after years because of proper use and small motor usage; others might have to change it periodically. Let us take hotels as an example. One vacuum cleaner might work the whole day long. You can imagine that it will need the vacuum cleaner belt changed quite often.

Changing vacuum cleaner belts is a lot easier than finding the proper one. Consider the fact that most models need belts that are found everywhere and you will see how "difficult" it is to change one. Different guides are available and even the model's manual will tell you exactly how to change vacuum cleaner belts. Let us see how difficult it really is.

The first step you need to do is: find the proper replacement belt and buy it. Pay attention! Some vacuum cleaners need special vacuum cleaner belts of specific sizes. Read the manual and be sure that the belt you are to buy is the one you actually need. Many individuals go to a store and say: "I need a vacuum cleaner belt!" The proper way to go and buy would be (as an example): "I need a Eureka 52100 Round Vacuum Cleaner Belt "

After you have the belt you will need one screw driver to change the belt. It is the only tool needed. To see how to change vacuum cleaner belts for your model consult the manual. It should have special instruction, if needed. If not start by checking to see that the vacuum cleaner is unplugged. Flip it over and unscrew the plate that holds the brush. Remove the brush and you should see the vacuum cleaner belt. Keep in mind that one end of the belt needs to be on the agitator brush and the other around the motor drive shaft. If you did not know what belt to buy before this moment you need to take the belt with you to a store. This way you are 100% sure you will receive the correct replacement vacuum cleaner belt. Before actually installing the new belt take a look at what you see. Look at the agitator brush and all other parts to see if there aren't any hair leftovers or threads that might block some parts. If found then immediately remove! Now install the vacuum cleaner belt in the exact same position you found it or according to the manual. After this reinstall the bottom plate and your work is done.

Replacing the vacuum cleaner belt is very easy as you saw. What is difficult refers to other possible repairs. If you are not 100% sure what you are doing go and see a specialist. It can save you a lot of money. This is because you might end up breaking the vacuum cleaner even more. The specialist always knows more than you. It's as simple as that!

You only need a screwdiver to change most vacuum cleaner belts!