You Sir are a God send! It only took me about 6 hours to do what you did in less than 30 minutes, but I did it! LOL. I took a two-hour break to stop and cook some yummy food and relax a bit after taking it apart. Then I came back and put it back together 3 or 4 times due to my mistakes with the spring, but I DID IT! Take that Shark! I pray you are blessed! This video was amazing! By the way, I'm a 50-year-old woman with NO mechanical skills. I just prayed a lot, hit pause and rewind a lot and I'm VERY hard-headed, so I wasn't giving up. LOL. I can do it, anyone can! Thanks again. God bless you!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words, Cheryl. I'm so glad you found the video helpful and you are back to a work vacuum. That's why I keep making videos!

There is NO way I could've gotten the obstruction out without your video. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! it took a lot of time, several Amazon orders (WHY the need for multiple sizes?!?) and frequent mental health breaks but it is back together and functioning. I appreciate you sharing this video!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Hey, GREAT JOB! That is not an easy job.... it even frustrates me. Awesome work!

Thank you for the video, my daughters vacuum experience some difficulties and being dad I said I'll fix it. Couldn't of put it back together without you buddy, thanks👍

Got a rock stuck in the power fin roller within 10 minutes of first use. The older models they gave fairly easy access to the rollers, this one is crazy hard to get into per your video. Grateful to have seen this video and so glad I found this out while I can still return it! Called Sharkninja and they say no access to the power fin on the LA502, they say I need to purchase the entire bottom of the vacuum for 79.99 plus tax and shipping so about $100. To me this is a shark design flaw and money grab from customers :( returning it in the morning!

Man you are a savior. You helped me figure out why my brush roller stopped worked when tilted back. Couldn't have done this with everything remaining intact without your video. Thank you!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

So happy I was able to help. Cheers!

Thanks for the video. Enlightening to see that on what a lot of vacuums what should be a simple maintenance task of removing an obstruction, on that Shark takes a skilled technician a hour of work and looks overly complicated. Also good to hear there are still places that value the post sale customer experience. Keep up the good work!

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Pilsner! I think it would be difficult to make this nozzle much more complicated... but, then again, I don't think they were ever planning on it being repaired. Just buy a new nozzle, right?! Hahaha. I appreciate the kind words.

I never would have found those two top screws without your help. Thank you so much. I have a family member convinced this is a good vacuum. It is such crap, but I've got to fix it because if I don't she's going to go buy another #$^%'ing $300 vacuum. I had a $40 no-name last me ten years. It was so unremarkable that I can't remember who even made it. I vaguely remember that it was blue, and that's about it. It didn't die! I put it out on the curb with a sign that said "works" on it and it was gone in an hour. Whoever took it probably still has it. Why did I do that? BECAUSE A CERTAIN SOMEBODY SAID THEY BOUGHT A "good one" AND THAT I DIDN'T NEED IT ANYMORE!" ::Angry mumbling noises as I go stomp off towards the garage::

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

I just had to take ours apart, as a rock got jammed in between the rotator and the shield. What a PITA! Thanks for the intel! Much gratitude!

Thanks to you I just finished replacing the front roller drive belt. It was entertaining to say the least, and I could not have done it without your video. Very nicely done.

Thank you for showing the hidden screws and for pointing out the on/off switch being a known issue- your tutorial enabled me to repair my very minimally used unit. I was very disappointed in finding their design was intended to be unserviceable. I would have bought something different had I known that beforehand. Thank you.

Thanks for the video, helped me get it done on the "broken" shark my boss was throwing out. They make these things rediculous to work on

Thank you soooo much for your video! We saved what we would have spent taking our vacuum to a repair shop. Plus, it's so convenient to do the repair at home. You earned my subscription! Again, thank you for your informative video. Love the way you walk us through the process and describe exactly which tools to use.

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

Suffered a broken front roller brush drive belt, and without your video I would have been stuck. 1)Requirement for the special security TORX drivers. 2) The hidden screws. 3) Removal of the little roller wheels by simply pry and pop-out pressure fit...who knew?!

Ok you are the man!!! Your video was great along with the walk through. Thank you so so much! You saved me BIG time. I wouldn’t found the hidden ones. I can’t stress how thankful I am for good people like you trying to help others out. God bless you and thank you again.

Hi Matt, The labor rate charged is a reflection of many factors as you described. Such as, what kind of skills should a technician be required to have to repair a device such as this? Just like going to any professional for anything, vacuum repair or auto mechanic or doctor you are paying for that person's ability to do the work. With that being said, I expect a technician to be able to do a much better job of repairing a device than I could do myself, that is why I pay those people who do have the skills what they charge. Vacuums today for the most part are very complicated devices, not like years ago when they were much simpler. Fortunately, as I have stated in the past your customers are lucky that they have someone of your skill level to be able to repair these complicated devices. You demonstrate this skill level in all of your videos. Another well thought out and presented video for our enjoyment. Looking forward to many more in the future. I always try and learn something from your videos. John in Ohio

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John! I appreciate the perspective. I often run into complaints about price, but I think that is because people are still expecting me to repair things with duct tape and zip ties instead of professional repairs. I think it has just made me self-conscious about it. Thanks for the encouragement!

Thank you very much for the video, I was able to disassemble the nozzle and get a sock out of there! It’s working great now

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Nice work!

Thank you so much. I had to diagnose a problem with the front roller, ended up having to replace the smaller belt. Taking it apart tho, I missed the screws under the top cap, thank you for getting me to the right spot.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help! And respect for getting it back together... well done!

Wow i had no idea the screw was under that wheel and the face plate! Thank you for the info. Performance Reviews actually recommending this video... you two are awesome! Subscribed for sure!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Performance Reviews is a good egg.... we're all on the same team!

Excellent Video - This was perfect for what I needed. Thank You!!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you for your great video. I was going to try to clean the head, but I now see that just a damp rag would be smarter way rolling it around the plastic. Thanks again

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I was watching this video while trying to take apart the power head of my Shark Rocket Duo Clean Zero M you helped a lot, thank you. This is the first Shark product I have ever tried. I have literally only used this turd three times and now the head has started stopping and the red light is coming on. I'm having to delete the micro switch on the side of the power head because I sucked up an almond and it broke both of the front pins that hold down the top brush cover. I will have to drill holes in the front of the cover and use screws to retain the cover instead of the pins. I really regret buying a Shark machine and will advise anyone who will listen not to get one. I am also taking the spring out that locks the head into the upright position. When I pull the vacuum twords me, the damn thing pops into the locked position constantly. Soooo annoying! It is highly maneuverable but unlike the commercial, the power head doesn't fit under anything in my damn house. Shark equals disappointment. :(

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, Aaron! I also tell folks the same thing, but they often won't believe me until they have experienced the issues themselves. Hopefully your modifications will at least keep it functioning for you in the near future. Thanks for watching and the comment!

Thank you for posting this.

I have watched this video over and over and I cannot pop off the left side of the cover. I have the AZ2002 and the cover popped off but the left side on the front is stuck, it almost seems like there’s a screw in there or something

Great Video helped me a bunch!

Thanks a million, excellent video and walking us threw .

Thank you for the information. You are 👍

I was getting frustrated then found this. This was very helpful, thanks 👏

A day after I bought this vacuum, my daughter got a rock stuck in the roller. This video saved my life!!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

These things are a pain in the hindquarters. Very good video. Very helpful.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

Thanks. Looks like one of my 10 minute saturday job becoming an all day job. Interesting as to where does the DC motor gets it's power from. Perhaps a foil wires from the battery?

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

The PCB in the nozzle takes care of monitoring the voltage to the motor, so everything takes place down in the nozzle. Cheers!

Any help on the spring for the front roller? Took apart and cannot get the tension back to the front roller release button. Appreciated if you’re able to show how that looks.

Thank you so much for your video you definitely helped me out as I was trying to take it apart to clean it and you were so helpful telling me where those hidden screws were lol. But I chickened out about 2/3 the way through😂 You definitely know your stuff!!! Keep up the good work!! It stinks that shark makes it so difficult to get into the vacuum. All I wanted to do was clean the inside because it needs to be cleaned and it's sad that they make it so difficult. There was also hair around up in the wheel part of the front roller. I own 3 shark vacuums and generally rant and rave about them because it's truly a great vacuum especially if you have pets. But my roller started separating and the 2nd roller behind it got so frayed and I have no idea why as it's not used constantly. I love my shark vacuums but I'm not thrilled with the fact that I can't get in there to clean it and that it's not holding up as well as it should be. But thank you again very kindly for your wonderful video!!!

This is the best and probably one of the only views of the inside of a modern shark nozzle you're going to see. It's amazing this man charges such low price for this pain in the behind of a vacuum.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

High praise coming from PR! Thanks for the kind words and the support... it means a lot!

@brendavasquez1720

2 жыл бұрын

Yes we’ll deserved!👏👏👏. I’ve gone through 3 vacuums in less than 1 year for my house cleaning business. This is the only video I’ve been able to find that shows how to get in. What vacuum is your favorite?

@butterfly-kb4cn

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums do you have any suggestions for hz602 my nozzle to day popped a silver little pin and now won’t lock to the wand I’ve searched everywhere and can’t find anything of how to fix it. I searched the floor nozzle and wand and can’t figure out where the little silver pin came from? Any help would be appreciated!

@drikaadriana20

6 ай бұрын

I agree! He saved my life 🙌🏾☺️ Thank you @HouseOfVacuums 🙏

@sheleanesteele5025

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, not the same vacuum but it got me to the broken belt.

You earned it! I have one of these and a little older power lift away pet pro (I think). I also have three Kirby Vacs that I really like and also have three robo vacs that run every night. I work on all these vacs myself and I have to say that these Shark, Dyson and the like are just cheap plastic but they work good however they feel like pure junk. (All that creaking plastic is just cheap).

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have quite the collection started there! Thanks for watching and commenting!

Did you happen to notice about a .75-1 inch-long compression spring in the head during your disassembly and where it should be located? I own the HZ2000 version and whioe turning the unit upside down it fell off from somewhere.

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

It should be under the spring loaded tab that releases the soft brush. Hope that helps!

What would cause a clacking sound once reassembled? Almost sounds like the fins hitting something.

I got a new Shark Vertex on Black Friday for $249.00. For that price point I’m not to upset about potential repair issues as my warranty will cover it for 5 years. My grandmother has a shark and her power head died on the 4th year. Shark sent another under warranty no issues. I’ve never used a machine that cleans hard floors so well. Overall, I’m happy with the purchase. Nice video.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Glad it is working out for you. Cheers!

@nitacampbell6425

Жыл бұрын

The small roller on my 6 month old Shark Vector AZ2000W stopped working (which makes the vacuum much harder to push). When I called Shark customer service to get it fixed under the 5 year warranty, the Rep said the bottom nozzle is not repairable. It has to be replaced for a cost to the customer of $89.95, plus $20 shipping. She said the nozzle attachment is removable and not covered under warranty, only the vacuum motor is covered. I told the Rep and her supervisor, that my having to pay Shark over $100 to replace their own defective part was ridiculous and unacceptable; that I would never buy another Shark product again; and that I would let everyone on social media know about Sharks unethical business practices. She paused briefly, then replied that for only this one time, she could send the replacement nozzle for free, but I had to pay the shipping. When I refused to pay the shipping, she quickly replied, that for this one time only, she could replace the nozzle for free with no shipping charge to me. (I'm sure the conversation was being recorded.) She said they had them in the warehouse in the US, and the nozzle would arrive in 3 to 5 business days. Sure hope this helps someone else.

@PimpMyPc89

8 ай бұрын

I also got one on that same black friday, and now the power head goes into flashing red overload as soon as it hits the carpet. Worked great until it didn't.

We love are duo power fin we don’t have a lot of carpet tho

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Definitely keep an eye on the far ends of the brushroll. I'm getting more and more reports of hair working it's way into the bearings there where the DuoClean doesn't extend and you can't see it from above. Cheers!

If possible, can you please share the German brand name of the manual screwdriver set? Thanks

Hi, please help me. About 18 months ago I purchases a Shark Vertex HZ2002 corded ultralight vacumm. Since day one it cleans well with one BIG problem. The roller wheels leaves marks on by carpet all through my home. I was stupid not to return it but never did. Again it works great but the wheels are leaving track marks on the caroet. What is causing this? Is it an easy repair? Thank u so much.

Around 18:12 your putting the blue button back for the front roller but mine is stuck in the lock position hoping to know how u fixed it before putting the top cover back on. Great video too

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Hey Luke! I believer the blue release is held in place from the back side by that white actuator. If it is not moving back and forth freely, you need to reorient the release button with the white clip. There is a channel causes both to ride together. Sorry if that sounds vague, it's the best way I can think of to describe it. Let me know if you have any other follow-up questions!

Just bought one of them, it lasted 2 weeks. And to make something that is a pain to take apart to fix, make for a good return and buying something else.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Yikes! Two weeks is bad news. Glad you were able to return it!

Hey! I can’t thank you enough for the video. I disassembled and reassembled my vacuum per your video for a clog similar to yours. Now my vacuum light is blinking green and the brushes aren’t turning on. Any advice? I can’t figure out what is wrong.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Yikes! That's not good. My guess would be that one of the brushrolls isn't turning freely. Can you turn them both by hand?

Thank you! You just saved me a bunch of money. I had a fistful of dog hair stuck in my roller.

You can get some good Chinese bit if you pay a decent amount that is no bottom of the barrel. Some of the tools for machining is also awesome for a fraction of the price and can even out perform

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Not saying that you can't get good Chinese bits... I specifically mentioned that my bits were "cheap". I did replace them with German Wiha's and they are much, much better.

What an excellent informative video! Both you and performance reviews are super smart 😎, keep up the awesome work!😁

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, high praise. Appreciate it!

So fun fact: I have a lifetime warranty and they told me that the floor nozzle wasn’t covered under warranty…so I asked how much the part was and said “because if it’s more than $40 I’m just gonna go buy a bissell….. she said she put the order in for me. So now thanks to you I’m going to go buy those bits so I can learn on that old part how to take it apart. I have so much nasty stuck under my plastic part because…. Kids…..

@mommybelle9662

2 жыл бұрын

I have the AZ2000 the “pet”

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear about the trouble, but at least you got some resolution in the end! Some manufacturers are much better at providing parts than others. While Shark is the worst offender, pretty much anything you can buy at Target or Walmart is what would be considered a "disposable vac". Regardless of price point, there is no ability to repair them. Next time you got to look at a new vacuum, you can get into a vacuum that is well made with parts availability for not that much more money than your Shark. Hope that helps!

@mactastic144

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums Do you have any suggestions?

Hey there! Having an issue with the screws you’re putting back in at 17:52 on the video. They don’t seem to be grabbing on to anything when I’m turning them. Any suggestions?

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Are you sure you didn't put the longer ones somewhere else? They should be catching.

Thanks for the video, was able to get it dissected just like you! Unfortunately I don’t seem to have an obstruction like I was hoping the vacuum just keeps turning red with the light anytime it tries to be used at all. Anyone have any thoughts/suggestions? Sucks we only had it for a year… or should I say doesn’t suck…

@williammchugh4361

7 ай бұрын

I've rebuilt vacs before. I had an issue like this with a Hoover where the brush would not spin and it threw a light, it turned out to be a problem with the board. In my case, it was a bad solder joint. You may want to examine the board for any faults...after that, you're going to be stuck buying an entire piece. In that case, I'd just buy another brand. These Shark vacuums do not look very well designed.

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Something is probably in a brushroll bearing or the belt cog system. Without looking at it it's hard to know. If you don't see anything upon disassembly it may be time for a new nozzle from Shark.

Any chance you can help me solve this issue. My soft roller isn't spinning. The belt is attached property and the roller is good too. It looks like the spinning part that that is supposed to attach to the soft roller doesn't spin property with the belt. It looks very loose. Any idea what I need to do next?

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

If the gear has come loose from the brushroll, there isn't anything that can fix that as parts aren't available. The best you can do is contact Shark for a whole new nozzle assembly.

Great video hope people will watch and not by a disposable Shark Rotator in the future.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

For real, right?

I just bought 2 of these and apex and a vertex. . After watching this video and seeing how cheaply made it is I want to know what is well built these days. What vacuum would you personally buy for good agitation and build quality. Maybe you could refer me to one bagged and one bagless.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

For the best made machine, hands down, it is the Sebo. Check out the Dart, Felix and X7. They start just a little above Shark but are made in Germany and are tanks. Honestly, I don't have a bagless machine that I love. If Dyson made a non-Ball vacuum I would recommend that, but the Ball series is super complex and not as reliable. If you look on my channel I have a "Bagged Vs. Bagless" video using a Shark and a Sebo. Check that out and it will help explain why bagged may be a better way to go, even with a house that creates a lot of debris. Thanks for the question!

One look at Shark's top heavy suction module and flimsy plastic parts has always kept me away. This just confirms that they are steaming piles as I had guessed all along.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are certainly built to a price point, that's for sure!

I learned a very important lesson here: Get rid of my Shark Vertex post haste (same problem, the roller stopped working...don't know why) and buy something descent! Any suggestions vis-a-vis an upright? Thanks for taking the time, by the way.

@ggmcandy

Жыл бұрын

I want to know what to buy too!! Hate my THREE Sharks that are all broke!

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

My recommendation is always to look at the Sebo Dart as an entry point. It is slightly more money than the Vertex, but will last 20+ years if no abused. Good luck and thanks for watching!

I have a shark duo clean model zu701. The belt broke on that soft brush. Belt 54221. Cannot find a replacement belt for this. They want me to replace the entire head at 124.00. So stupid. Any idea of a different belt that would work?

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Sorry for the delay. If you do a quick search for "shark belt duoclean" there are several good options available. The cheapest I saw was from AliExpress for under $2. Hope that helps!

I have the PowerFin Upright shark vacuum and at first I loved it and now absolutely hate it. The fins have completed worn down and you can't clean the inside without taking it apart. Do you know if any of the other shark floor nozzles fit this vacuum that don't have the powerfins?

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Hi Christina! I'm sorry to hear about your PowerFin nozzle. When I tested the first model with a fin design on it (Apex) I knew pretty quickly that they were going to wear down fast just by looking at 1 month's worth of usage. Unfortunately, I don't believe there is another nozzle design that will fix on the Vertex. The Stratos might, but it has the power fins and now interior access, so you would be back in the same boat. If you want to keep the vacuum for a while a nozzle from Shark should run around $100. It might be a good option to keep it going a little longer to save for a more robust vacuum like a Sebo, Miele, etc. Hope that helps!

@christinagafar6155

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums thank you for replying. You'd think with that price tag on a vacuum the parts would last longer. I wish I would've don't a little more research before purchasing it.

Brand new vacuume and an breakdown...bummer. I'm the owner(Mrs.also) of an Shark QS2000Q,Corded,stick,duo&clean for three years now and have had flawless operation.Being an electrician by trade and i've done basic maintenence...filter cleaning,replacment and monthly wipedown. My Shark keeps up with two Border Collies in the home and hasn't complained.

What can I do about my vacuum cord being chewed up? Is the vaccum trash now?? I really loved and and don't want to buy another one 😭😭

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, yes, it is probably trash now. Generic cords are available, but I haven't met a repair shop yet that will put one on a Shark. You can call around to your local repair places, but my guess would be they won't do the repair.

So can a belt be bought gor the softbrush Mine stopped spinning The fin brush spins but not the softbrush Model AZ2000W Vertex duo clean powered liftaway

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it can be replaced. Search for "Gates 153-3GT-8 belt" on Google and you will find multiple options. Make sure to verify your model number on the part listing. Best of luck!

@gina.siganoff

2 жыл бұрын

My soft brush stopped spinning also . So is the belt broken ? Is there any way that it could be something else?

You’re my hero. I have been losing my bananas trying to get it to come apart without breaking it

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

i have been working on vacuums and sewing machine now for 45 years and yes the sharks are the worse in vacuums for user friendly.. now sewing machines are going the same way how cheap can you built it and make it so you can get into them

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, there are certainly a lot of poorly made machines out there. At least it helps the good ones stand out! Cheers!

whats the switch called thats the failiure point my vaccum keeps spinning when in upright is it possable to replace?

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

It is the microswitch in the nozzle. It may have debris in it and be stuck in the on position. If you are looking at the nozzle from the front, it is on the left side tucked under the elbow for the want. Hope that helps!

This was super helpful after my wife accidentally vacuumed up some cat sick, so thank you so much! They really really don't want you to take this stupid thing apart though, sheesh

I have an older P50 cordless shark and the power nozzle is broken. The power brush bearings have seized and broke the housing. I can buy the new Vertex Pro power nozzle, would that be compatible with the older p50? They look nearly identical.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't venture a guess on whether those were cross compatible. Given that they have different part numbers, I would lean toward no. But I really couldn't say certainly one way or the other. Thanks for the question!

@socomon69

Жыл бұрын

i can tell you definitively they are not compatible, but only because shark very purposely went out of their way to make it so. super obnoxious.

Do you need to pop off both wheels or just the one with the screw underneath it?

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

On this particular model there is only the one screw under the wheels, if I remember correctly.

@ZillaMesh

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums thank you. And THANKS for doing these videos. These really help us people who try to fix things rather than just get new ones.

My Shark AZ2002 nozzle stopped working. I ordered a new one a few days ago and it came in today. Needless to say, the nozzle still does not work with the new one.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, that's weird. I would call Shark and try to send it back. Under warranty they should send you a refurb unit. Sounds like there is something deeper going on, maybe a lead from the main body to the nozzle?

A replacement head is only $60.

Got one back in July at Costco but seeing that you can't buy individual parts for repair I'm going to return it and purchase something that isn't a $289 bic lighter.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

I think that in the long run that was a very good decision. Thanks for watching and commenting!

I got mine with a Flathead screwdriver

i can't get the belt back on

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

They will be very tight going on. You will likely need to loosen the motor mounts to get it over the motor gear.

Appreciate ya. Nicely done. $50 to fix a $175 part. It's a deal.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

So much more complicated than a SEBO! No wonder they end up in the trash.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Right? So complicated and so many fiddly pieces. Once you get a Sebo you realize what you have been missing. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Couldn't you have just used a pick like tool to pry the toy out?

That's not a Vertex powerhead. I have one sitting right in front of me now, and it doesn't look like that.

Alot of problems with rollers not spinning . Shark turning to junk

Why would they design it like this- it's a common maintenance item, the front roller comes out with one button.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Honestly, it's designed obsolescence... they don't want you to be able to service it. They would prefer you to purchase a new machine when this one breaks. And shockingly, most people just go back out and buy another Shark. They play right into Shark's hands.... er, flippers?

Just bought this from Costco today, a screw got stuck to it and I t is all stuck I am returning the crap tomorrow to Costco! no more Shark Vacuums. Lesson learned.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Thanks for watching and commenting.

I just recently forced myself to get a Vertex since the bastards discontinued the Apex. I wanted the Apex because of the traditional brush rollers and already notable suction. The Vertex is somehow more powerful in that it's literally a wee bit hard to push it on taller carpets when the motor is in high suction mode but I find the fins to be daft especially since the brushes, like you said, are soft. But not just soft, they're short too! Wtf Shark, you went backwards, not advanced :(

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and perspective. I have tested the suction on both the Apex and the Vertex and they actually have the same amount of power (I wouldn't be surprised if they have the same motor. I think the difference in pushing is that the PowerFin brushroll on the Vertex isn't stiff enough to lift the nozzle on rotation, thus the nozzle just suction cups to the floor. Poor agitator design can often cause suction cupping which makes it hard to push and actually hurts cleaning performance. Thanks again, love hearing folks' real world experience!

2 жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums I'm likely to just keep the thing in the closet and just get a Nadair 700 central system. Btw, have you worked on/reviewed any central vacuums? I hear Nadair 700 is as powerful (if not more powerful) thank the best that NuTone has to offer.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not familiar with Nadair as its distribution in the US is super broad. Are you located in Canada? I have quite a bit of experience with Cyclovac in Quebec and they make excellent machines. I can't vouch for the Nadair one way or the other. The two brands to absolutely stay away from are Beam and Nutone. However, Modern Day and Cyclovac are excellent brands. Hope that helps!

2 жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums U.S. and I'll take a look at Cyclovac then if they sell to U.S. based customers. I was able to find someone who did an indepth look at the NuTone and found that the motor was in direct stream of all the rubbish; very poor/lazy design and perhaps even intentional with the hopes that customers will buy from them again (just my hypothesis, of course!)

@Frenchfrys17

2 жыл бұрын

@ The purpose of the brush-roll design on the Shark Vertex was to ensure that no hair will ever get tangled in the rolls at all. And it is indisputably the best design in the world for that one purpose as of now. However the such a design comes with plenty of sacrifices.

Meanwhile here my vacuum opens just with an Phillips #2. The little wheels in the head of Sharks flat spot often too.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

True, those can get flat!

well I guess I don't have the correct tools to dismantle this............. Guess I will have to find someone to repair mine.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

If you are hanging on to the Shark it might be work investing in a security Torx bit set. A cheap set on Amazon will set you back $10 and they are pretty handy to have around.

oh lyz is my wife lol

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, that's great!

Performance Reviews was right Shark is the vacuums devil of the vacuum industry.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, they really, really are.

@socomon69

Жыл бұрын

imagine if Shark's engineers used their powers for good instead of making everything proprietary and non backwards compatible. they really are scummy.

What a pain in the ass!

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

That is an understatement!

I normally buy commercial vacuums and have had good luck with my SEBO, but I have a vacation rental house and the guest will run a vacuum without a bag. I bought a $500 Shark thinking it might be a good bagless. Worst vacuum ever!!! I tell people to avoid Shark at all cost. Horrible.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, I buy a Shark model about once a year in hopes it is better than in the past only to be disappointed once again. They are certainly made for forced obsolescence!

@charlesrodriguez7984

2 жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums I’ve noticed it’s run rampant in their duo clean models. The more or less standard models seem much better but would always recommend something better like a Hoover upright or any sebo.

Worst roller extraction design ever! Old school vacs were two clips to get to belt and roller. When planned obsolescence doesn't work, make it complicated to repair seens Sharks' MO. Powerfins terrible! Neighbors were throwing their's out, so I ask if I could tinker with it. After my partial teardown and seeing the wear on the fins, and seeing your teardown, I know I would never buy a Shark product for multiple reasons. My vac just needs a roller, but looks hard to get and access.

Two words....curved hemostats...

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Good tip!

It cost as to much to service as new Just get a new one

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

When they were new they were $299-ish, so it is still worth fixing. I'm a strong advocate of repair being a way to avoid pollution and waste. Imagine if everyone threw away their vacuum when something went wrong.

That motorized unit you took apart is 89 dollars from shark. Probably a better option. I own a cleaning company and have learned to just replace it with sharks. Great video because I thought it was just me.

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

That is definitely an option as long as they make them. My main beef with Shark is that they stop making those parts almost as soon as the vac goes out of production. I just don't love the way they do business and plan for obsolescence.

@johnmal5975

Жыл бұрын

@@HouseOfVacuums No argument from me on that. Unfortunately I am stuck in their ecosystem because of the way way they are engineered. The way they are made is brilliant as far as ease of use. You can literally go from a shag carpet back to hardwood with the flick of a button on the handle and then go under a bed. Nothing to attach, take off all at the flick of a button. Dysons big ball is not getting under anything you have attach another tool. Time is money for me. Even the commercial vacs don't offer the same ease of use. So yes I agree their business model sucks and they will break but the engineering of the actual use no one can touch. If that rant made any sense. Lol

The one Shark I have is the worst purchase I have ever made. I really wish I had not watched another YT channel that promoted this vac as the best they had ever tested. I would not have dropped $400 on this junk without the recommendation.

@HouseOfVacuums

2 жыл бұрын

Well, you live and you learn. I'm just working to give quality information one person at a time. Thanks for watching and commenting!

And so....An Hour Later..........lol. Wow, I knew my Hoovers that I've had and serviced for 10 years weren't quality #1, they use cheap plastics just like this. However, I can't imagine taking this length of time just to clear a roller. That's insane. If I owned this vacuum, which I would not, I would give Shark the middle finger by replacing all those security screws with standard Philips. I recently had the opportunity to buy a refurb Shark for very cheap as a backup. After watching Tech reviews, even though it is dirt cheap- I'm going to pass. These Sharks look like hot garbage, even compared to the low quality Hoover tankless models. At least Hoover does the cyclonic action and filtering correctly. Shark looks like it's designed to die.

@HouseOfVacuums

5 ай бұрын

Yeah, they are made pretty poorly. Thanks for watching!

Rediculas

this is the one reason I hate shark vacuums! these are stupidly complicated its ridiculous. I hate to say it but Dyson is easier to work on than these sharks

@HouseOfVacuums

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you on all counts!

Just fyi, I was looking all over the internet on how to get into our UV850 DUOCLEAN POWERFIN. This video never showed up. I just happened to stumble across it afterward. Not sure how you can get the search engines to find it.