Symptoms
- Suction strong when testing directly at the hose
- Weak or no suction at the floor nozzle
- Attachment tools work fine but floor head doesn't
- Brush roll spins normally despite weak suction
Likely causes
- CommonClog inside the extension wandDebris can lodge in the rigid wand between the hose and the floor head.
- CommonBlockage inside the floor head itselfHair and debris can pack the internal airway of the nozzle even if the brush roll spins fine.
- PossibleAir leak at a loose wand-to-nozzle connectionA loose fit lets air in from outside, reducing effective suction at the floor.
- Less commonDamaged or cracked wandA crack in the wand lets air escape before it reaches the nozzle.
What to do
- Detach the wand and nozzle from the hose and check suction directly from the hose end.
- Look through the wand toward a light source to check for visible blockage.
- Push a thin, flexible object through the wand carefully to clear any clog.
- Remove the floor nozzle's base plate and check the internal airway for packed debris.
- Check all connection points for a snug, leak-free fit.
- Inspect the wand for cracks along its length.
- Reassemble and test suction at the floor after clearing any blockages found.
Tools and parts
- Flashlight
- Thin flexible rod or wire
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When to call a pro
If no blockage is found and suction is still weak only at the nozzle, a repair shop can check the nozzle's internal airway design for a defect.
Safety
Generally low risk
Generally low risk for a careful person. Stop if anything looks different from what this guide describes.