Clear hair from a removable vacuum brush roll
Remove hair and thread from a removable vacuum brush roll. Disconnect power, clear tangles and check the roller is seated before testing.
- Estimated time
- 20 min
- Skill level
- Beginner
Before you start
Find the instructions for the exact floor head, since some rollers twist out and others release with a latch. If the roller is fixed in place, use the maker’s cleaning method for that head. Unplug the machine or remove the battery as directed before working near the brush.
Tools and materials
- Vacuum manual
- Scissors
- Soft brush
Step-by-step instructions
Disconnect power
Unplug the vacuum or remove its battery as directed in the manual.
Remove the roll
Release the brush cover and lift out the roller using the model’s instructions.
Cut and lift the tangles
Lay the removed roller on a flat surface. If it has a cutting groove, cut along that groove in short sections, keeping the blade away from the bristles and drive parts. Lift each strand away and inspect both end caps for wound thread.
Refit and test
Brush away loose debris, reinstall the roller and cover, then reconnect power for a brief test.
Check the result
Before reconnecting power, check that the cover has locked in and the roller sits straight in its mounts. Run the vacuum briefly on a clear patch of suitable floor. Stop if the head rattles or the roller fails to turn.
Troubleshooting
If the roller still binds, check its ends for trapped thread before running it again.