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Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement

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Time Required: 20 - 30 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
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Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement

Introduction

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The motor is the most important part of the DC56. If the vacuum stops working completely you could need to replace the motor.

What you need

Tools

  • Phillips #1 Screwdriver
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  • Spudger
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    1. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Make sure the vacuum is unplugged from charger.

      • Warning: Avoid pressing red trigger because the vacuum will turn on the device and begin suction.

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    2. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Locate the purple button at the top of the device.

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    3. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Separate the device with the purple button.

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    4. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Take out the filter.

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    5. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Locate and remove the 10mm Phillips head screw using a Phillips #1 screw driver.

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    6. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement, Battery screw 2: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Locate and remove #000 25mm phillips screw on the reverse side of the vacuum

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    7. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Pull the battery pack down and away from the main body and remove it from the device.

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    1. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement, Motor: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Take out the 10mm screw using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    2. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Use a spudger to separate the back plate covering the motor.

      • Be careful when trying to remove the motor with a metal spudger. Be sure your battery is removed before trying to fully remove the motor.

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    3. Dyson DC56 Motor Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
      • Use a flat spudger to loosen and remove the motor out of the vacuum.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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