Shark Rotator Lift-Away Speed Brushroll Motor Replacement

Step 1 Brushroll

• Make sure the vacuum is turned off and unplugged before proceeding.
• Locate the release button at the top of the vacuum pod next to the handle.
• Use the handle to lift the pod up off of the vacuum nozzle while pressing the release button.
• Removing the pod is optional, but it may be easier to locate blockages or access the motor and belt if you do so.
Step 2



• Press the Brushroll Access buttons on the top of the nozzle to reveal the brushroll compartment.
Step 3
• Lift the brushroll out by using the pull-tab on the left side.
• You can test the brushroll once it has been inserted by plugging the vacuum in and running the vacuum in carpet mode. The brushroll indicator light should be a solid green color.
Step 4 Brushroll Motor
• Remove the five 5mm Torx #9 screws on the front side.
Step 5
• Remove the six 7.5mm Torx #20 screws on the bottom face of the nozzle.
• A screwdriver extension may be necessary to reach the screw closest to the center of the nozzle.
Step 6
• Remove the top panel by lifting the top piece off of the bottom.
• There will be loud clicking noises.
Step 7
• If you are trying to remove the belt, you may skip to the next step.
• Remove the 7.5mm Torx #20 screw in front of the motor.
• The motor is the gray block on the right side of the floor nozzle (when the nozzle faces towards you).
Step 8
• If you are trying to remove the belt, you may skip to the next step.
• Remove the panel to reveal the motor screw.
• Remove the 7.5mm Torx #20 motor screw.
• Remove the motor.

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