Vacuum cleaners are expensive to
buy and so you want them to last a long time.
There are several things you can do to look after your vacuum cleaner,
to make it more efficient and to last for longer.
Different models need different levels of
care according to the manufacturers. You
should therefore read the user manual carefully for help and tips. A specialist dealer in vacuum cleaners can also give you specific advice
about your machine. Here are some
general tips:
1)
Regularly empty the container on your vacuum
cleaner or replace your vacuum cleaner bags. Bagged vacuum
cleaners will need changing whenever vacuum bags
are full and a light usually indicates when this is required. Bagless models will need to be emptied well
in advance of the debris in the container reaching the “full” line.
2)
Regularly
check and remove hair, fibres and string etc. from the brush roll on the bottom
of vacuum cleaners. This will help to keep the wheels turning
efficiently and enabling your vacuum cleaner to pick up dust and dirt more
effectively.
3)
Be
sure to clean out clogged areas of your vacuum cleaner unit as and when it is
needed. Areas that become blocked can
lead to vacuum cleaners not working properly and
losing power or efficiency.
4)
Regularly
check the filters. These need to be kept
clean in order to keep your vacuum cleaner doing its job properly. If a filter is blocked or full of dirt, it
will not be able to pick up any more debris!
If a filter is regularly becoming blocked or if it is damaged, you will
need to have it replaced. Contact a specialist dealer who can help with
this.
5)
Regularly
check your vacuum cleaner accessories. All the extensions and various attachments should
be kept clean and not damaged. Inspect
the vacuum cleaner belt and make sure that these are not wearing thin or
becoming old and worn out. Belts and
other vacuum cleaner accessories can also easily
be replaced.
6)
Check
that you have sufficient vacuum spares to hand
such as vacuum cleaner bags and perhaps a new
vacuum cleaner belt in case your vacuum cleaner suddenly breaks down or needs a
new part.
7)
Check
your vacuum cleaner cord has no fraying wires.
By regularly checking and maintaining your
vacuum cleaner, you can help prevent break downs and make it last for
longer. Contact a specialist dealer for more specific
advice about makes and models along with general advice
about vacuum cleaner bags, vacuum spares and vacuum cleaner accessories.
