How to Replace the Carbon Brushes and Motor on a Sebo X1 Vacuum Cleaner

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If you are having trouble with your Sebo X1 vacuum motor, the problem could lie with the carbon brushes. In this video, Helen explains what carbon brushes are and replaces them, as well as the whole motor on a Sebo vacuum.

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@robviolin1 9 жыл бұрын

Your vid saves people lots of money and headaches. It shows how most people can fix their own stuff. Thanks for sharing.

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comments robviolin1, we hope we helped with your problem.

@bifilm 9 жыл бұрын

As others have said - an extremely well made video - I ordered a new motor for my X4, and the replacement routine is very very similar. Do be sure that if its motor no 5471, that the belt you have fitted is no 5463. This info comes from an advisory sheet that came with the motor, and is dated 11.2011, so it may be a well known fact by now. An absolutely first class service from eSpares - it was ordered at 5.15pm one day, and with me by noon the next. Had the motor fitted and the cleaner back in action in just over three quarters of an hour, thanks to the video. Five stars!

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks bifilm. Were glad to here all went well and our service delivered.

@kirkyandka7712 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this, I found it very helpfull. The problem I had with my Sebo X4 was motor bearing failure at the drive pulley side. I could not fathom out how to get the motor apart. It turns out that the two screws holding the motor together are located under the brush boxes, you have to remove these first. The pulley is screwed onto the shaft ( right hand thread ) , remove this then get a little puller on the bearing. I got a new bearing from my local engineering shop £ 4.20, rebuilt it and off like New again.

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comments and description of the repair KirkyandKa . Glad we helped.

@dora8022 9 жыл бұрын

Brilliant clear video, than you. 19 year old brushes were worn right down to the stubs, great service from espares

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Dors, Thanks for your comments and glad to here you were pleased with the service. :-)

@mattjones7621 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Very thorough demonstration.

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

+Matt Jones Thanks Mat. :-)

@patriciabrown1785 8 жыл бұрын

Brilliantly explained video. Worked perfectly for me. Thanks

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

+Patricia Brown Thanks for the comments. :-)

@robviolin1 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info. It really helps us all.

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

:-)

@zakdonba 13 жыл бұрын

Wonderful explanation, very useful! Could you do the same on a Miele Vacuum Cleaner? All the best!

@eSpares 13 жыл бұрын

@zakdonba We are due to do a series of videos on Miele soon, but no dates yet.

@lmogden1 11 жыл бұрын

great video

@anndavies2364 8 жыл бұрын

GREAT video and VERY helpful!BUT I had a nightmare getting the spade connectors out of the old brushes! The spade has a small barb on it which allows the spade to go into the fitting easily but not to come out. It was impossible to get a grip on the spade connectors using pliers, as suggested. It was possible to gently lever the spades partly out using a small screwdriver, and then getting a pair of long nose pliers on them, but no amount of pulling and wiggling them about would release them.In the end, the solution was to force a small screwdriver into the slot in the plastic which the spade goes into, pushing it down the side of the spade and then levering the spade out.

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comments and your description of both the problem and your solution. :-)

@danielrobinson2861 5 жыл бұрын

Any tips to get the cable out the board. Mine is stuck and I don't want to break it pulling it out

@eSpares 11 жыл бұрын

Whilst the job should be almost identical please see your manual for any variations. Thanks.

@RyanSellman1 11 жыл бұрын

Fun little fact, eSpares: Sebo makes a commercial model of the X1, called the Windsor Sensor XP. Windsor is Sebo's commercial brand.

@zakorkaz 11 жыл бұрын

Is it the same process for the X4?

@Robert-bc7qn 8 жыл бұрын

Great help. I have a very original model bought back in 1995 and it has worked flawlessly. It has started to play up so I have taken it apart and the brushes were non-existent. The only issue is , they do not have spade terminals!! I am assuming that I will have to try to put terminals on the end of the wires.

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

IF the brushes supplied are the same as in the video they have a spade blade pushed into the edge of their housing to connect them. If yours differ to what is on the machine and shown in the video fill in your details at the following link and we will try and identify the correct brush for your specific model: www.espares.co.uk/contact/sales

@Robert-bc7qn 8 жыл бұрын

Mine are from a 1995 model, 850 watt motor and the wires seem to be soldered on.

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Have a look at our brushes section as you may recognise your type: www.espares.co.uk/search?SearchTerm=sebo%20carbon

@ManpreetSingh-vo6ro 8 жыл бұрын

Hello mam thanks for this video ♥

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

no problem :)

@JulieJackson1 8 жыл бұрын

My wonderful plasterer vacuumed up some water after cleaning up plaster power. My X4 model now has an electrical burning smell. I have thoroughly cleaned it out but it still has a smell, the longer I use it. Speculation as to the cause? New motor needed per chance?

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

+JulieJackson1 It is likely the plaster dust has stuck to the motor windings. When in use the air flowing through the cleaner is drawn passed the motor to cool it. The plaster coating will reduce the cooling and smell as it bakes on the windings. It may improve over time or cause the motor to pack in only time will tell.

@JulieJackson1 8 жыл бұрын

+eSpares Thanks for this. If it packs up, I'll know where to come for another motor. I thought I might need to buy a new vacuum. Thanks again.

@Parwaz786 12 жыл бұрын

Please do a Dyson DC01 motor replacement video please

@07nernhoj 8 жыл бұрын

my numatic vacuum cleaner after turning on will cause smoke what do u think might be the problem? do i need to change the carbon brushes or the whole motor?

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

+Flying-Machine Check to see if the carbon brushes have worn down and are causing blackening on the motor armature. If they are in good condition you may need a new motor.

@tracywarman3824 6 жыл бұрын

My Sebo X1.1 is no longer raising when it needs to go from my laminate flooring to my carpet. It makes a loud screeching noise. It Hoover's the laminate fine though. What do you suggest please?

@eSpares 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Tracy, It is likely the height adjuster servo motor and gear box has failed and needs replacing.

@tracywarman3824 6 жыл бұрын

eSpares Thanks for your swift response. In your opinion is it worth replacing these? My Hoover is about 12 years old. Also do you sell these parts as I can't seem to find them on your website and if so how much are they and is there an instructional video for replacing them?

@eSpares 6 жыл бұрын

The correct motor for your model is here: www.espares.co.uk/product/es990442/vacuum-cleaner-servo-motor-with-gear-box We do not have instructions or a video for this repair.

@Kubulek17 7 жыл бұрын

In my Sebo X1 the head won't stay down. The controls just keep showing it going up and down. It never seals onto the floor. What could be the problem? I had to remove the height adjustment motor just to clean my house..

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

If you read the information in the manual: www.espares.co.uk/usermanual/download?userManualId=e5d331b3-447a-4b1d... You will see the automatic height is adjusted depending on the resistance of the brush roller against the floor covering. If you have deep pile carpets or the flooring is uneven the machine will keep adjusting until the brushes only lightly contact the surface so this may be normal.

@ManpreetSingh-vo6ro 8 жыл бұрын

Hello please mam >>you can explain the uses of shunt motor ?

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Hi Manpreet, a shunt motor is a DC motor and connects both the armature and field windings in parallel.

@collineverett5076 6 жыл бұрын

Hi the spring on the orange debris removing flap has snapped is it replacable

@eSpares 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Colin, what is your model number?.

@collineverett5076 6 жыл бұрын

Hi ensign sm2

@adamtamow2392 7 жыл бұрын

Can I have see video how to change the pulley from the motor brushes in sebo bs?

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

Sorry we do not have a video on this but if you are referring to the pulley on the end of the motor shaft it is unlikely that you can replace this as it is not available.

@pamelapap 7 жыл бұрын

hello. I just purchased a Sebo Essential G. I got a good price for it since it was the one on display at the store. Or i thought i got a good deal.... The suction on the power head is very minimal. The brush works fine. The handle suction is great. Or maybe this is what i should expect from this vacuum...? If you could give me any advice I would greatly appreciate it . I would like to get some honest feedback.

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Pamela, as the machine is new it is unlikely to be faulty and should not have a blockage. To check when running, if the motor noise changes much when you remove the hose or if the hose pulls strongly on to the machine it may indicate a blockage. If this is OK check the height is correctly adjusted for the surface you are cleaning.

@pamelapap 7 жыл бұрын

thank you for the quick response. It is not brand new. The store I bought it from used it as a display to show to customers how it performs. I am not sure how long it was used as a display in the store. The motor noise does not change when I removed the hose. But i place my hand underneath the powerhead and it just seems like the suction is very weak. I have checked for any blockage and there was none. I am starting to think that maybe the store did sell me a faulty one. I also have a Shark and when I use that one I feel a pull from the suction being created by the power head but the Sebo does not do this at all.

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

Unless you are covering the whole gap the suction will just pass through the gap. The biggest effect on suction is the gap between the head and surface hence why the height is important. Also compare the power of the two machines on the rating plate as this may show the difference in performance.

@pamelapap 7 жыл бұрын

Ok. I will try to compare and see how it goes. Thank you again for your response. I really appreciate it. ;-)

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

😊

@dieg0us 10 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful accent!

@ghostman9702 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks my girlfriend's vacum now works!!!

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Well done Jake, happy we helped.

@gritintheoyster 7 жыл бұрын

Very useful - although watch those nails when replacing the motor!

@eSpares 7 жыл бұрын

Good advice to take care when fitting, we don't want anyone having an emergency sessions with a manicurist. 😊

@ManpreetSingh-vo6ro 8 жыл бұрын

Hello mam please upload video on you tube

@eSpares 8 жыл бұрын

Sorry we do not have a video on 'shunt motors' .

@mikeg3529 9 жыл бұрын

"washing up liquid" XD

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

Michael G A little washing up liquid is often used to allow rubber materials to slip. Without some form of lubrication if the rubber grips on to the housing it can result in the rubber mount twisting and not seating evenly. This can not only make reassembly difficult but can cause damage and distortion. The washing up liquid should be used sparingly and will soon dry up. :-)

@mikeg3529 9 жыл бұрын

eSpares I just found it funny how you call it "washing up liquid" I've always heard it called dish soap, soap, or detergent

@eSpares 9 жыл бұрын

Michael G “England and America are two countries separated by the same language.” to quote George Bernard Shaw. :-)