How to Clean my Dyson Vacuum?

Dyson vacuums are designed to do the job with precision and efficiency. They won’t leave even a micro particle on the floor so that you get a whole new life experience of cleaning. But is your Dyson vacuum working fine? Does it smell funky? Do you feel a sudden loss of suction in your vacuum? When did you last time give your vacuum a cleaning session? Dyson vacuum is one of the best investments you have ever made, so do not neglect it like that. Oh, wait, wait, and don’t think about a replacement. Your vacuum needs a good clean.

Process of Cleaning Dyson Vacuum:

Ok! Now that you know your vacuum needs a cleaning job, you must be expecting me to shed some light on the cleaning process too. Well, cleaning a Dyson vacuum is such an easy process. All you need is step-by-step guidance. Stick to the article, and you will find what you are looking for.

The process consists of 6 steps which are:

1. Unplugging
2. Emptying the dust canister
3. Removal and washing of filters
4. Untangling of the brush bar
5. Unclogging of the hose
6. Wiping of the vacuum

Unplugging:

Before you start working on your vacuum, make sure it is unplugged to make the cleaning a safer experience for you. If plugged, you might suffer an electric shock.

Emptying the Dust Canister:

The dust canister is located beneath the cyclones and is almost half-filled with all the dirt collected from the floor. Since in all Dyson models, the bag is absent, so the canister is supposed to collect all the dirt and debris. You can pull this canister out by locating a bin release button at the base. The button might be located in a different place in some vacuum models, but it must exist somewhere in your vacuum. Kindly use your vacuum’s manual if you can’t find one.

Now that canister is released, empty the trash in the dustbin. Empty it vigorously so that no dust particle remains inside. Then clean the canister with a piece of cloth. It is ideal to use a microfibre fabric. Why? Because it contains positively charged particles that can keep dirt particles stuck to the cloth and pick every particle precisely. Dyson strictly prohibits the use of any detergent or chemical because it might make the walls of the canisters sticky. Also no use of water to rinse any part of the cyclone.

Removal and Washing of Filters:

Here comes the most crucial part of the vacuum that needs cleaning. Yes, I am talking about filters or filters, depending on the vacuum model you have. Most Dyson filters come with a single filter, but some might have two filters that need to be clean. So what I was saying is that since filters collect all the debris, dust, and other micro-particles from your floors, they should be washed and cleaned at least once a month. Although Dyson recommended cleaning your filter every three months, we suggest doing it every month if your house is big and you do frequent vacuuming.

Generally, the filter is near the cyclone, but find the second one near the area if your vacuum model has two filter areas. It is generally purple, so you can quickly reckon it. Just pull it out and subject it to the faucet to wash with plain cold water. No need to use detergents for cleaning chemicals as it is strictly not recommended by Dyson. Keep the filter underwater and see when the water comes to clean out of the filter. When clean water is released on squeezing the filter, you will realize it is washed thoroughly and free of dirt.

Next comes the drying of the washed filter. Before putting it back, make sure it is dried thoroughly. Do not subject it to the dryer as it will damage your filter. Just let it dry in a warm place for 24 hours, and your filter is good to go.

Untangling of the Brush Bar:

When vacuuming, a brush bar collects all the hairs, threads, dirt, and any other tangling material from the floor. These objects reduce the cleaning efficiency of the brush bar. To clean the bar, you need to remove the soleplate in some Dyson models. Others may need a flat head screwdriver to remove the screw to remove the plate. Try to remove large debris manually. Use a scissor to cut the tangled hair and other twisted objects. Use a damp cloth to clean the compartment of the brush bar and then subject it to dry.

Unclogging of the Hose:

Next comes unclogging of the hose. Unplug your house from the vacuum. There is usually a detach button on the wand to separate it. Make a visual check to see debris or use a mop handle to push the debris. Do not use any chemicals to clean the house. Just fill your sink with warm water, add one cup of vinegar, and submerge it in the prepared mixture. It’s better to give the hose a U shape. Then flush it out with cold water, and your hose is free of any dirt or debris. Don’t forget to dry for at least 24 hours.

Wiping of the Vacuum:

The outer of your vacuum also need a spa session, just like the inner parts. Since the whole structure of the vacuum came in contact with the floor somehow, it may harbor germs from the floor. So for a chemical-free and safe solution, you can use a vinegar and water mixture and a microfiber cloth to sanitize the wheel and soleplate of your machine. Just don’t forget to dry the machine after a sanitizing wash.

Bottom line:

Did you realize how easy it is to clean your whole vacuum machine within no time? The more regular you keep checking on your Dyson vacuum, the more long-lasting it remains efficient. Remember that after every wash, give a drying session to all the damp parts because you don’t want to take risks. Three simple rules; unplugging, washing, drying. Follow this order every time you plan to do a cleaning session of your ever-efficient Dyson vacuum. Now start vacuuming.