why does myy dyson not stay in the down position to vaccuum
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If it appears to be a problem with the switch, just get a new one and replace it. It does not cost as much as the hassle you will have messing around with the old one! A simple phillips screwdriver is the only tool needed to do the job.
1421212
The air pulled in (suction) must go out. It cannot disappear. It goes out the back. As long as the back/rear is not pointed at what you need to vacuum you are fine. I would certainly prefer to have high suction rather than low exhaust.
123713
You have to push the seal button if you don't want it to vacuum first. I am not sure why you are having problems with yours not recognizing that a bag is there since I have only had that problem with mine one time and that was because I had the bag curling up. Try putting the bag so that it curves down towards the floor. If that doesn't work then I would contact the manufacturer and have them replace it.
1136269
The red "on" switch has to be held up the entire time the vacuum services are required. Once released, the vacuum does not continue functioning. I've checked the instruction pamphlet several times but am unable to find anything to the contrary.
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I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go "crosswise". Sometimes the backing on the carpet is inhibiting the gliding. That's all I can offer and I hope it helps.
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One won't stand upright as well as they can with an "upright" vacuum. You do lean over. I am planning on getting a different vacuum cleaner soon because this one is falling apart. It's not that I didn't expect that for the price, so I'm not complaining, but it's not going to last a real long time.
1115555
I had the same problem until my husband attached the wand unit for me. I was being too gentle and it wasn't making a good connection. He used more force and it began working much better. I do not have this vacumn anymore, however, because of other design flaws it has.
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Could be your outlet flow...pushing it to one side..could be that the hose is very brittle and does not expand nor maneuver around the pool very well...might need more hose...I add and take out hose, bi weekly it makes the vacuum clean in different patterns....
289286
I too have encountered the same issues. This is my second Dyson, but it will be my last. If you still have the time to return yours I would recommend doing so and purchasing one of the newer Sharks! This has been the biggest disappointment. Best of luck.
533779
Hi mine is doing the same thing. I havent talked to the Dyson company yet I think I'km going to return my machine to the store for a refund. What did the company say when you contacted them? Thanks.
1832195
Same problem I had with my first one. If you call Dyson, they will have someone walk you through taking it all apart and cleaning it etc. I had already done this so I knew that wasn't the problem, but I did it again anyway. Still wasn't working. I finally returned it and got a new one. My new one actually stops occasionally too, but not like the old one. I'm not sure if you can still return it for a new one or not, but I would if you are able. Good luck.
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One time I looked at my sweeper bag and the dirt was all in the bottom. So I loosened it up. Also when I use attachments and the hose is not connected to the sweeper, dust comes out. So I just put a rag in it and it seemed to take care of that.
1633189
Haven't encountered this problem. Our vacuum is working just fine. Might want to try cust. support.
1767781
Absolutely impossible on high-pile carpet, unless you pull like a plow. @Dyson, do something about this!!
826810
It depends on whether or not you have the suction control on the handle as to whether or not I can answer the question. My only experience with the suction level going down to 1 was when I accidentally had my hand on the suction control while vacuuming.
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Sounds like either you are not placing the rubber tube snuggly over the hose or your pet is moving it. I have placed ours on a skid proof mat (my dog is a sloppy drinker!) so it stays positioned correctly. That might help.
1869032
You shouldn't have to do anything but I think the vacuum has to be upright when using it.