How to Open a Miele Powerhead

First and foremost, pull out the Miele powerhead power cord. Then, unscrew the screws and alienate the faceplate. Finally, take the roller brush away.

How to Open a Miele Powerhead

A Miele powerhead is quite easy to open up and maintain. It needs regular cleaning and maintenance for better performance. Follow these easy steps to open up your Miele powerhead without a sweat.

Step One: Detach the Powerhead From the Electric Outlet

First, detach the vacuum from any electric source. A plugged vacuum into the electric power outlet is very likely to cause an electric shock or damage the device. Remove the suction hose, dirt collector, and the other components from the powerhead for easy disassembling. 

Step Two: Unscrew the Plastic Screws 

You would like to lay the powerhead down. So, the underside of the vacuum gets a better view and easy access to unscrew the bottom plate.

First, locate the plastic screws right under the powerhead. These screws are super easy to remove. You can do it even without a screwdriver. A coin or a kitchen knife may do the trick. After unscrewing them, the plastic cover will come right off.

Step Three: Locate the Main Screws 

There are usually four screws underneath the bottom plate of the powerhead. Locate the screws and grab a screwdriver and unscrew them one by one. Don’t use unfit screwdrivers as it may damage the screws and the holes. Store the screws in a small box or bowl to avoid losing them.

Step Four: Separate the Faceplate

After removing all screws, gently detach the plastic cover or faceplate from the downside of the powerhead. Make sure to remove all the screws from the faceplate or you may get it broken. After loosening all the screws, it should slide out smoothly.

Step Five: Pull Out the Roller Brush

There are two clips of the powerhead attached to the roller brush. The belt is connected at the middle of the roller brush. Pull out the two clips one by one and it’s going to pop out easily. There’s another pair of screws in the covering of the motor.

The screws are the same shape as the previous ones. So, you can use the same screwdriver to unscrew them and need not to worry about mixing them with the others. 

Detach the top plastic lid covering the motor connecting the roller brush. Remove the roller from the belt and it should slide out easily. Be very careful while popping out the roller brush to prevent damaging the belt. For an easier repositioning of the belt, note the initial position and reattach the roller accordingly.

How to Clean a Miele Turbo Head

After disassembling the unit, clean all the parts carefully. Use a large safety pin. If there’s pet fur or human hair attached to the roller brush, take a knife or scissors and cut it down. Be careful not to damage the brush fibers. Make sure to clean off the axle caps too. You can use a wet towel to clean the dirt from the plastic parts of the device. 

Reasons Behind Miele Powerhead Not Working

There could be a lot of reasons for your Miele powerhead not working.

Defect in Power Cord

 If it’s not turning on, most likely the reason is a short circuit in the electrical cord or a defect in the power cord. Repeated uses of the power cord may corrode the copper wire inside. 

Dirt Clogs 

If you notice that your vacuum is not sucking up the specks of dirt properly, it’s most likely to be clogged inside. A clog can form in the roller brush, or in the suction hose. Objects causing the clog might be hair, toothpicks, bobby pins, paper clips, etc. 

Power Nozzle Problems

If there are issues with the power nozzle, it might be one of two different problems. Probably you flipped the safety reset in the powerheads or there is a problem with the electrical wiring. Resetting the pushbutton might fix the problem. If the problem persists, then it’s most likely to have a problem with the wiring. 

Are Miele Vacuum Heads Interchangeable?

The cleaner head is swappable to many different types of cleaning tools for different types of surfaces. Each vacuum heads are designed to fit with a designated vacuum hose and telescopic wand. You can buy a new powerhead according to your device if you think your vacuum is unrepairable. 

To Conclude

There might be many reasons if your Miele Power Brush stop working. You have to find out the reasons behind the malfunctioning of the Miele power brush and fix it.

Regular cleaning and maintaining of a vacuum cleaner are very necessary for long-lasting service and better performance. Make sure to reassemble the parts correctly before running the vacuum again. Follow our step by step guidelines for a simple, secure, fast, and effective process.