I’ve had this Vax upright for about 5 years. Recently it’s started to cut off when I’m using it. I feel the base - and it’s hot. Any ideas for anything that I can do to fix it?

I’m not technically minded but I will have a go - if it will save me having to buy a new vacuum.

Edit: many thanks for all the replies and advice.

  • autumn (she/they)@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    my current vacuum is going on 11 years. pretty proud of that $200 purchase. i’ve had 2-3 dogs at any given time, and this thing is a champ.

    • nyan@lemmy.cafeEnglish
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      1 year ago

      I can beat that: we’ve got a metal-bodied Viking vacuum from the late 1960s that I believe is still in functional condition (although not often used anymore, thanks to Roombas). It survived decades of pet hair.