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My PowerForce® Bagless Vacuum brush is not turning | Support
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My PowerForce® Compact Lightweight Upright Vacuum Brush is not Turning | Support
If you're experiencing issues in the Brush Area such as Brush Not Turning follow these steps to resolve:
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Why isn't my vacuum brush spinning?
Why is the brush roll not working?

My PowerForce® Bagless Vacuum brush is not turning | Support

Model #'s 6579, 6582, 6583, 6584, 6585, 6594, 6596 PowerForce Bagless

Unplug machine
Recline handle and flip the machine so bottom is facing up
Press in on three release tabs behind brush to remove brush access plate

Remove brush by pulling it directly up and out of machine

Remove belt from brush by sliding belt off edge of brush roll
Clean brush and brush ends of any debris
Check brush and belt for any signs of damage
- The brush should be able to spin freely by hand
- The belt should be intact
- If part is damaged, it will need to be replaced > Go to Parts & Supplies to replace
To replace belt in machine > Pinch belt in middle and wrap one end around metal motor pulley

Wrap other end around brush in between brush belt guard
Align both end caps with their corresponding shaped slots in brush housing and press brush back in place in machine
Spin brush by hand to center belt then reattach brush access plate

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My PowerForce® Compact Lightweight Upright Vacuum Brush is not Turning | Support

Model #'s 1520, 2112, 21123, 2690 PowerForce Compact

Model #s 3508 CleanView Compact

If you're experiencing issues in the Brush Area such as Brush Not Turning follow these steps to resolve:

Unplug machine
Recline handle > Unscrew 5 Phillips head screws to remove Brush Access Plate

Remove Brush
- Remove 2 screws securing the Lower Hose

Push a broomstick through Hose toward Brush area to clear Lower Hose & Brush area of all debris

Inspect Lower Hose, Belt and Brush Access Plate for damage
- If damaged > Replace the damaged part > Go to Parts & Supplies
Stand Brush on a flat surface
- Hold the top with one hand > Spin/flick the brush with your other hand > It should spin freely - (several times with one flick)
  - If Brush does not spin freely > Replace Brush > Go to Parts & Supplies

Reattach Belt by looping it onto motor shaft, then around Brush

Stretch Belt until the Brush is secure
- Rotate Brush several times to align Belt correctly
- Reinstall Brush Access Plate and screws
- Reattach Lower Hose, secure the screw
Has this resolved the issue?
- Yes > Great! Glad we can get you back to cleaning!
- No > Visit a BISSELL Authorized Service Center or Contact Us

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Why isn't my vacuum brush spinning?

Common solutions for: Vacuum cleaner brush not spinning Inspect the belt to see if it is broken, stretched out, or out of place. If the cogged belt is broken or stretched out, replace it. Inspect the belt to see if it is broken, stretched out, or out of place. If the drive belt is broken or stretched out, replace it.

Why is the brush roll not working?

If the vacuum brush roll is not working, there are two main possible causes. Your vacuum brush roll may be dirty, or it may be broken. If it is dirty, it is easy to clean and get it up and running again. If your vacuum brush roll is broken, then the part is easy to replace by yourself.