TLDR;
This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to replace the motor of a Dyson DC39 Animal bagless canister vacuum cleaner. The process involves disassembling the vacuum, removing the old motor, installing the new one, and reassembling the unit. The repair saves significant cost compared to buying a new vacuum.
- Disassembly requires a torx driver or allen wrench.
- Motor replacement cost is significantly less than buying a new vacuum.
- Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly, with attention to screw tightening.
Intro [0:01]
The video begins with an introduction to the task: replacing the motor of a Dyson DC39 Animal vacuum cleaner. The vacuum started making a strange grinding noise, bogged down, and smelled like ozone, indicating a motor issue. A new motor has been ordered to replace the faulty one.
Disassembly: Bottom and Wheels [0:34]
The initial step involves disassembling the vacuum cleaner, starting with the bottom. This requires a small torx bit or driver to remove the screws. The bottom section, which includes guide wheels and the hose connection, is detached by removing four screws. The wheels are also removed using the same torx driver.
Splitting the Sphere [1:45]
With the bottom and wheels removed, ten screws are exposed, which need to be taken out to split the sphere-shaped body of the vacuum in half. The first two screws are located on top of the metal bushings where the wheels connect. The remaining eight screws are recessed, requiring a long, thin driver. An Allen wrench is used as an alternative due to the inaccessibility with a standard torx driver, cautioning against stripping the screw heads.
Motor and Impeller Assembly [3:17]
After splitting the vacuum, a filter is revealed, which can be easily reinserted into its slot. The impeller assembly is then pulled out, which has three rubber feet that may detach but can be easily reattached. The top of the motor case is removed by prying a couple of tabs, exposing three vibration dampeners.
Motor Replacement [4:11]
The old motor is connected by two wires (white and black), which are detached using needle-nose pliers. The new motor is then connected to the same wires on the same tabs. The vibration dampener from the old motor is placed on the new motor, preparing it for reassembly.
Reassembly [4:41]
The reassembly process involves reversing the disassembly steps. The motor is dropped back into place, ensuring the holes line up with the pegs. The vibration dampeners are put back in, and the cover is snapped back on to hold them in place. The entire assembly is then placed back into the upper half of the vacuum.
Reassembling the Sphere [5:10]
The bottom half of the shell is reattached, which is made easier by removing the eight screws. The two screws that go into the metal bushings are put in first to hold everything together. Caution is advised when tightening the screws with an Allen wrench to avoid stripping the heads.
Final Steps [7:08]
With the sphere reassembled, the bottom is reattached after putting the wheels back on. The four screws for the bottom are installed after aligning the rack and pinion steering for the guide wheels. The canister and hose are put back in place.
Testing and Cost Savings [9:10]
The vacuum cleaner is tested to ensure it works correctly. The cost of the motor replacement is about $85, which is a significant saving compared to the $700 cost of a new HEPA-rated vacuum cleaner. The video concludes by confirming that everything works and expressing hope that the guide is helpful.