Thank you SO much for this clear and easy to follow video! My husband recently passed away so I'm learning how to do things like this around the house. Got this task done in about 15 minutes. 😊
Thanks so much Tony. Really appreciate your taking the time to document the belt replacement. Saved me a lot of time and frustration. With the 26,000 views I’m guessing you’ve cumulatively saved somewhere around 2 to 3 years of cussing and swearing. Great job!
Thanks! I made this video to help others and I have been shocked at how many views it got. I’m glad so many people were able to fix this and save a BUNCH of money.
Thanks so much. 66 years young and I fixed my vacuum by following your instructions. I ordered what I you said I needed and fixed it. The problem I had was putting on the belt. Other than that it was simple, a little challenging, but nothing you can't overcome. Thanks for sharing.
Single mom cleaner lady entrepreneur here…you have helped me a great deal! I’m so happy to have 2 vacuums repaired without headache because you figured out the tricky stuff. Thank you!!!
I just want to THANK YOU!!! As u said "your failure is our gain" and as sorry as i am for failed first attempt I can tell you that I definitely gaiedn because this is an expensive vacuum and I was so afraid the fix was going to be so expensive! But... all was dine within $8.00 !!!! Thank you again!
Hey man. Just wanted to say thank you! The whole assembly from Shark would be $100, but the belt I got from Amazon was $3 (2 belts for $6). You saved me $97 and at least an hour of unnecessarily taking apart the whole thing by unscrewing all the screws on the bottom. THANK YOU!
Your video was my solution! The soft brush roll on my Shark stopped working and this video helped me fix it. It cost less than $20 and took less than 30 mins of my time. I did purchase the Replacement Belts (MFLAMO) and Lexivon Tamper Proof Torx Bits (LEXIVON) from Amazon like you suggested. I put down an old white sheet just in case any small parts went flying. I took my time and stopped your video each time I needed to complete a step. The hardest parts were getting the 2 small screw covers out and removing the side panel. I am a female DIYer and this was just one more project crossed off my to do list. Thank you, Tony, I subscribed.
As a busy mom who vacuums every single day and who is also tight on money post holiday season… I am SO incredibly grateful for this video. Thank you for being thorough and slowly explaining everything. Seriously, this saved me a few hundred bucks, and for that I really appreciate you!
Thank you for this video, I just ordered every should be here tomorrow.. I love this vacuum.. plus I went ahead and order new filters and much need items . I’ve had this for almost four years now so it’s needed all these extras.. thanks again ❤
A piece of Blue Painters Tape to hold it together when you flip it over would help! Then you'll have no Panel release Switches to reinstall.. Great Job getting it done !
Agreed. Great video. Had taken to a repair store, which said they couldn’t do it. Tape is a great solution to keep the springs in. I used scotch tape which worked well when flipping. Didn’t need to bother with the springs.
Perfect! So helpful. Only comment is based on others comments on Amazon, the belt can be put on by inserting it onto the small gear, put the belt on the front of the larger gear and then turn the gear to work it on easily. It helps to have the soft roller attached to turn it. THANKS!!
THANK U...WORKED GREAT..FIXED CURRENT ROLLER AND OLD HEAD ROLLER That they had replaced..got tools and belts as U said. Belt burned right thru side! 64 Year old Happy women!
This was great. Thanks so much for posting. It took me 15 minutes to replace the broken belt by following your excellent tutorial. I will never buy another product from Shark. When I called Customer Service, like you, they told me the vacuum head was not under the 6 year warranty and that it would cost $100+ to send a replacement. What a scam. Thanks again, If you are ever in NC I'd be happy to buy you several beers.
Thanks for the video! I wish I had watched it before I took my AZ1002 head completely apart! Anyway, my front roller belt was broken, so I ordered the set of 3 from your link, plus a new aftermarket soft roller. I watched another video from a repair shop about the manufacturer. While it is true you cannot buy any internal parts from them and they do wear out, I must admit it is the best vacuum I have ever had, and over the last 50 years, I have worn out many! A couple of the “best of 2023” reviews still list this type of vacuum as the best for hardwood, tile, and carpet! I tend to fix, not throw away appliances.
Dam literally just got off the phone with shark an hour ago and they told me the exact thing you said. I have to get a whole new head for 90 bucks. Definitely gonna return it now
Perfect instructions! I bought the vacuum used and the belt chewed through the plastic. This video showed all the necessary components and where each part should go.
Your video was exactly what I needed! I to have the easy 1002 vacuum cleaner and the belts I ordered on Amazon was close to the gates model you had said. Mine was HTD 153-3M. I too started to take all the screws off the bottom, and then I realize I may not get to where I needed to go so then I googled for information and found your Thanks a lot good job
Thank you for taking time to show us this. I am grateful and think people should get credit where credit is due. Kudos and I'm glad you did this video.
Perfect video!! Got the part you said I would need. My husband was able to replace the belt with ease. My Shark front roller is back to working. Thank you so much!!
THANK YOU! By the time I got those little round screw hole covers out, they were too mangled to put back in. I ended up just tossing them out. I think they're mostly there for esthetic reasons (and to mess with DIYers, of course).
No need to remove that front gear to get the belt on - just align it onto the bigger gear and pull it as close to you can to the smaller gear and keep pulling it like it would just slip onto the smaller gear while turning the main roller. The belt will gradually feed itself onto the smaller gear. Thanks for doing these videos!!! Update: for what it’s worth, the replacement belt that I rec’d from Amazon, which works great, has “HTD 153-3M” on the belt and the label on the package says “B08Nw221TL”…
Thanks for posting- I just finished swapping out the belt using the torx bits you described- we've always owned Kenmore vacs- Sears had great parts support, but Shark's is nonexistent- thanks again!
Great video! I needed to confirm that the side cover would come off after removing 2 screws (my cover was stubborn.) A couple of things. 1: if you don't have the torx with holes, you can drill out the little pin in the screw. Doesn't take much. 2: My belt wasn't broke, but it had slipped off so I was able to avoid buying a new belt for now. 3: I didn't take the gear off. What I did was started the belt on the gear, then I manually spun the big brush with my hand to make it guide the belt onto its gear. 4. thanks for the pointers on the switches - great stuff!!!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I was already shopping for a new vacuum cleaner when a friend found this video. We ordered all the necessary parts and were able to fix our Shark (model UV700) within 10min.
Awesome! So glad to hear this is helping so many people :). So you have a different Shark model for me and it worked? Thanks for letting me know, I can update my title so more people can find it.
@@tonyprescenzi1007 Yes, we bought our Shark at Costco a year ago and even though I couldn’t find any replacement belt that mentioned my specific model I simply ordered the same ones you used and they fit.
My roller stopped spinning as well. I decided to retire the Shark Apex and use it to just vacuum my cars. I was never impressed with the suction power. Just got a Dyson V15 cordless vacuum and it’s twice the suction, or so it seems, than the Shark. Lightweight, easy to clean stairs, as opposed to the Shark, and just an amazing vacuum. It has loads of attachments like the Shark too. The Shark replaced a Dyson upright, don’t remember the model, and I knew right away that it wasn’t a good decision. The Shark isn’t a bad machine and I love the attachments. The hose limits you though and you have to basically carry the vac in order to clean steps. It won’t pick up fine pet hair from our place rug. I’ve tried and tried. With only two passes the V15 picked up all the hair. I’m actually glad that my roller stopped working since I wasn’t in the market for a new vacuum. I also have a Dyson cordless since 2013. Use for steps, light vacuum like bathrooms, pick up spills and wife’s hair, which is as bad as my dog’s. Also have a Roomba J7+. I’m anal when it comes to cleaning, especially my floors.
Your video is exactly what I’ve been looking for to help fix my vacuum! We got our vacuum literally 4 or 5 months ago and it started to smell like it was burning and everything I looked up directed me to replacing the belts. Thanks to you I was able to buy the new parts and change them myself and not have to spend more money on another vacuum!
I can't thank you enough for this concise and informative video. I was on my out the door to buy a new replacement vacuum when I found this video. It was just what I needed and saved me $400.00+ on a new vacuum. I went on Amazon and was able to find and buy the exact belts and tools you included the video and was able to replace the belt in about 15 mins. Do you have a video on changing/replacing the belt on the large roller? Mine is okay for now but I'm sure it will soon also need replacing.
On the side of the brush relatively on the right side from the front, There is a tab to remove the soft roller. If the Belt is broken then you may have to buy a new head or belt. The belt may not be easy to install.
Thank you very much for this video. This is our second issue with this vacuum in less than 2 years of owning it. The first time that same belt somehow melted through the cover and we replaced the entire bottom portion like you mentioned Shark says is the only option. Also not covered under warranty despite it not even having been a year old at the time. We complained and got half off at least. The second time was just like this, where the belt became shredded. I'm honestly relieved we can replace just the belt this time at least. Pain in the damn ass though. Up yours, Shark.
Thank you so much! I'm going to order the parts through Amazon and get it done! This was exactly what I needed to figure out what I needed to repair our vacuum cleaner! Happy Holidays!
Addition information: if the rear brush is not spinning and you can hear the motor motor running your main belt may have broke. Take the other side cover off to access that belt (basically the same procedure).
I have found this video because my vacuum turns on and sucks but the roller heads have nothing powered. Neither roller moves, no lights at all, yet when I manually roll each roller, it turns both rollers. Would it still be a belt needing replaced? I did do exactly what was stated in the video where I sucked up a thinner rug and didn't get it turned off fast enough. I do not see anything or smell anything like older cheaper vacuum belts. Thank you in advance.
My brush will only work in the forward motion, at times it even stops then and the green light goes off. The vacuum is almost a year old. I finally called today and went thru the troubleshooting tricks with the rep. and still not working. He is going to send me a new wand. I cant imagine how that would be the problem but will give it a try. I wish they would just replace it with a cheaper model, I don't think I would buy an APEX again. Sounds like it is a common problem.
Well I guess I’m going to call Shark for a full replacement head because my belt is intact, but sticking out the side of the machine. Sucked up a rug edge and broke through the cheap plastic side piece!
What really helped me was using two eyeglass sized flat head screwdrivers, one to pry it up partially and the second to get a deeper grip on it. They're kind of spring loaded so if you only pull it up halfway and let go it'll snap back in. Also, when they finally break free they go flying and can be hard to find.
Thank you SO much for this clear and easy to follow video! My husband recently passed away so I'm learning how to do things like this around the house. Got this task done in about 15 minutes. 😊
You are very welcome. I am so happy that this video has helped you!
Thanks so much Tony. Really appreciate your taking the time to document the belt replacement. Saved me a lot of time and frustration. With the 26,000 views I’m guessing you’ve cumulatively saved somewhere around 2 to 3 years of cussing and swearing. Great job!
Thanks! I made this video to help others and I have been shocked at how many views it got. I’m glad so many people were able to fix this and save a BUNCH of money.
That would be me !!! Then praying to the vacuum gods to save me from this hell lol
Thanks so much. 66 years young and I fixed my vacuum by following your instructions. I ordered what I you said I needed and fixed it. The problem I had was putting on the belt. Other than that it was simple, a little challenging, but nothing you can't overcome. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much! I made this video to help others and I am so glad you were able to fix your vacuum.
Single mom cleaner lady entrepreneur here…you have helped me a great deal! I’m so happy to have 2 vacuums repaired without headache because you figured out the tricky stuff. Thank you!!!
This is awesome! So glad I could help :)
I just want to THANK YOU!!! As u said "your failure is our gain" and as sorry as i am for failed first attempt I can tell you that I definitely gaiedn because this is an expensive vacuum and I was so afraid the fix was going to be so expensive! But... all was dine within $8.00 !!!!
Thank you again!
Hey man. Just wanted to say thank you! The whole assembly from Shark would be $100, but the belt I got from Amazon was $3 (2 belts for $6). You saved me $97 and at least an hour of unnecessarily taking apart the whole thing by unscrewing all the screws on the bottom. THANK YOU!
Your video was my solution! The soft brush roll on my Shark stopped working and this video helped me fix it. It cost less than $20 and took less than 30 mins of my time. I did purchase the Replacement Belts (MFLAMO) and Lexivon Tamper Proof Torx Bits (LEXIVON) from Amazon like you suggested. I put down an old white sheet just in case any small parts went flying. I took my time and stopped your video each time I needed to complete a step. The hardest parts were getting the 2 small screw covers out and removing the side panel. I am a female DIYer and this was just one more project crossed off my to do list. Thank you, Tony, I subscribed.
As a busy mom who vacuums every single day and who is also tight on money post holiday season… I am SO incredibly grateful for this video. Thank you for being thorough and slowly explaining everything. Seriously, this saved me a few hundred bucks, and for that I really appreciate you!
Thank you for this video, I just ordered every should be here tomorrow.. I love this vacuum.. plus I went ahead and order new filters and much need items . I’ve had this for almost four years now so it’s needed all these extras.. thanks again ❤
A piece of Blue Painters Tape to hold it together when you flip it over would help! Then you'll have no Panel release Switches to reinstall.. Great Job getting it done !
Agreed. Great video. Had taken to a repair store, which said they couldn’t do it. Tape is a great solution to keep the springs in. I used scotch tape which worked well when flipping. Didn’t need to bother with the springs.
Perfect! So helpful. Only comment is based on others comments on Amazon, the belt can be put on by inserting it onto the small gear, put the belt on the front of the larger gear and then turn the gear to work it on easily. It helps to have the soft roller attached to turn it.
THANKS!!
THANK U...WORKED GREAT..FIXED CURRENT ROLLER AND OLD HEAD ROLLER That they had replaced..got tools and belts as U said. Belt burned right thru side! 64 Year old Happy women!
This was great. Thanks so much for posting. It took me 15 minutes to replace the broken belt by following your excellent tutorial. I will never buy another product from Shark. When I called Customer Service, like you, they told me the vacuum head was not under the 6 year warranty and that it would cost $100+ to send a replacement. What a scam. Thanks again, If you are ever in NC I'd be happy to buy you several beers.
Are any other vacuum companies better though? I feel like they're all probably going to pull the same non-user-serviceable crap.
Thanks for the tip! I was able tonget the belt on, without removing the gear.
77 year old widow and I replaced the belt myself and it works! Awesome!
Thanks for the video! I wish I had watched it before I took my AZ1002 head completely apart! Anyway, my front roller belt was broken, so I ordered the set of 3 from your link, plus a new aftermarket soft roller. I watched another video from a repair shop about the manufacturer. While it is true you cannot buy any internal parts from them and they do wear out, I must admit it is the best vacuum I have ever had, and over the last 50 years, I have worn out many! A couple of the “best of 2023” reviews still list this type of vacuum as the best for hardwood, tile, and carpet! I tend to fix, not throw away appliances.
For anyone watching this excellent video - it's a lot easier to work on the head if you first separate it from the rest of the cleaner!
The blue painters tape to hold the levers in place worked. Thank you for saving me money, the video was dead on accurate.
Dam literally just got off the phone with shark an hour ago and they told me the exact thing you said. I have to get a whole new head for 90 bucks. Definitely gonna return it now
Perfect instructions! I bought the vacuum used and the belt chewed through the plastic. This video showed all the necessary components and where each part should go.
Literally saved me $179. Thank you!
perfect! I am glad this video is still helping people save some $$$
Your video was exactly what I needed! I to have the easy 1002 vacuum cleaner and the belts I ordered on Amazon was close to the gates model you had said. Mine was HTD 153-3M.
I too started to take all the screws off the bottom, and then I realize I may not get to where I needed to go so then I googled for information and found your
Thanks a lot good job
Awesome video! I fixed my Shark when I thought I was going to have to scrap it. Thanks for sharing!
Excellent! I lightly taped spring holders so they wouldn't fall out when I went to remove the gear; it worked great!!
Thank you for taking time to show us this. I am grateful and think people should get credit where credit is due. Kudos and I'm glad you did this video.
Perfect video!! Got the part you said I would need. My husband was able to replace the belt with ease. My Shark front roller is back to working. Thank you so much!!
THANK YOU!
By the time I got those little round screw hole covers out, they were too mangled to put back in. I ended up just tossing them out. I think they're mostly there for esthetic reasons (and to mess with DIYers, of course).
No need to remove that front gear to get the belt on - just align it onto the bigger gear and pull it as close to you can to the smaller gear and keep pulling it like it would just slip onto the smaller gear while turning the main roller. The belt will gradually feed itself onto the smaller gear.
Thanks for doing these videos!!!
Update: for what it’s worth, the replacement belt that I rec’d from Amazon, which works great, has “HTD 153-3M” on the belt and the label on the package says “B08Nw221TL”…
A little warm soapy water makes is soft and slippery and it goes right on,
Thanks for posting- I just finished swapping out the belt using the torx bits you described- we've always owned Kenmore vacs- Sears had great parts support, but Shark's is nonexistent- thanks again!
Thank you Tony. Your video helped so much for this repair. Appreciate you taking the time to help.
You’re a vacuum saver! Thank you so much. I fixed my shark vacuum thanks to your video. I am so grateful. You’re awesome! 😍👏🏻
Great video! I needed to confirm that the side cover would come off after removing 2 screws (my cover was stubborn.) A couple of things. 1: if you don't have the torx with holes, you can drill out the little pin in the screw. Doesn't take much. 2: My belt wasn't broke, but it had slipped off so I was able to avoid buying a new belt for now. 3: I didn't take the gear off. What I did was started the belt on the gear, then I manually spun the big brush with my hand to make it guide the belt onto its gear. 4. thanks for the pointers on the switches - great stuff!!!
Any tips on removing a stubborn cover? Mine is really stuck on there and I can't seem to grab anything for leverage to get it off!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I was already shopping for a new vacuum cleaner when a friend found this video. We ordered all the necessary parts and were able to fix our Shark (model UV700) within 10min.
Awesome! So glad to hear this is helping so many people :). So you have a different Shark model for me and it worked? Thanks for letting me know, I can update my title so more people can find it.
@@tonyprescenzi1007 Yes, we bought our Shark at Costco a year ago and even though I couldn’t find any replacement belt that mentioned my specific model I simply ordered the same ones you used and they fit.
Thank you for your help! It was exactly what I needed and saved me from buying the $90 part!
My roller stopped spinning as well. I decided to retire the Shark Apex and use it to just vacuum my cars. I was never impressed with the suction power. Just got a Dyson V15 cordless vacuum and it’s twice the suction, or so it seems, than the Shark. Lightweight, easy to clean stairs, as opposed to the Shark, and just an amazing vacuum. It has loads of attachments like the Shark too.
The Shark replaced a Dyson upright, don’t remember the model, and I knew right away that it wasn’t a good decision. The Shark isn’t a bad machine and I love the attachments. The hose limits you though and you have to basically carry the vac in order to clean steps. It won’t pick up fine pet hair from our place rug. I’ve tried and tried. With only two passes the V15 picked up all the hair. I’m actually glad that my roller stopped working since I wasn’t in the market for a new vacuum. I also have a Dyson cordless since 2013. Use for steps, light vacuum like bathrooms, pick up spills and wife’s hair, which is as bad as my dog’s. Also have a Roomba J7+. I’m anal when it comes to cleaning, especially my floors.
Your video is exactly what I’ve been looking for to help fix my vacuum! We got our vacuum literally 4 or 5 months ago and it started to smell like it was burning and everything I looked up directed me to replacing the belts. Thanks to you I was able to buy the new parts and change them myself and not have to spend more money on another vacuum!
Thank you so much for your help. I would not have been able to do it without you and your video
I'm watching this, with my base opened up on my kitchen counter... So relieved, but not sure why the back roller isn't rolling. I do have the UV 700
Thank you thank you thank you!! Your video was simple and straightforward, I was able to fix my vacuum in 20 minutes.
EXCELLENT video - Thank you so much for sharing and taking the time to put it together! You are a lifesaver for me!
I can't thank you enough for this concise and informative video. I was on my out the door to buy a new replacement vacuum when I found this video. It was just what I needed and saved me $400.00+ on a new vacuum. I went on Amazon and was able to find and buy the exact belts and tools you included the video and was able to replace the belt in about 15 mins.
Do you have a video on changing/replacing the belt on the large roller? Mine is okay for now but I'm sure it will soon also need replacing.
I found your video on changing the belt on the main brush/roller. Thanks!!!
@@Mac4402 Excellent ! I am happy to save you some money and glad you enjoyed the video!
On the side of the brush relatively on the right side from the front, There is a tab to remove the soft roller. If the Belt is broken then you may have to buy a new head or belt. The belt may not be easy to install.
Thank you very much for this video. This is our second issue with this vacuum in less than 2 years of owning it. The first time that same belt somehow melted through the cover and we replaced the entire bottom portion like you mentioned Shark says is the only option. Also not covered under warranty despite it not even having been a year old at the time. We complained and got half off at least. The second time was just like this, where the belt became shredded. I'm honestly relieved we can replace just the belt this time at least. Pain in the damn ass though. Up yours, Shark.
Thank you so much! I have been searching for remedy and today found you!
This saved me a money as well as time. Thank you for your knowledge
Thank you so much! I'm going to order the parts through Amazon and get it done! This was exactly what I needed to figure out what I needed to repair our vacuum cleaner! Happy Holidays!
Thank you so much for this video. I ordered both of the products you linked and was able to follow along with you and fixed my vacuum. Thanks again!
Exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video.
Dude you are amazing. Saved me a lot of grief.
Great details on changing the belt. Thank you
Your instructions were awesome! Thank you!!
Incredibly helpful, thank you!
Thank you! Just what I was looking for!
Thank you for this video! You saved me time and money!
Addition information: if the rear brush is not spinning and you can hear the motor motor running your main belt may have broke. Take the other side cover off to access that belt (basically the same procedure).
Thank you very much for making this video, it was very helpful 🙂
Thank you for this video!! Got ours fixed
Perfect exactly what I needed!👍👍
I have found this video because my vacuum turns on and sucks but the roller heads have nothing powered. Neither roller moves, no lights at all, yet when I manually roll each roller, it turns both rollers. Would it still be a belt needing replaced? I did do exactly what was stated in the video where I sucked up a thinner rug and didn't get it turned off fast enough. I do not see anything or smell anything like older cheaper vacuum belts. Thank you in advance.
You were such a big help👍👍👍
Perfect video- thank you!
Thanks dude. Appreciate the video
Can you remove the main roller for cleaning? You can clean it pretty good in place but I’d like to give it a full overhaul and clean out
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Can you post the link for the screws
Excellent video, Thank you very much.
Thank you so much it was a quick easy fix 😊
Very helpful, thank you.
Thanks for the video. Great job.
No worries!
Yes! Thanks!
My brush will only work in the forward motion, at times it even stops then and the green light goes off. The vacuum is almost a year old. I finally called today and went thru the troubleshooting tricks with the rep. and still not working. He is going to send me a new wand. I cant imagine how that would be the problem but will give it a try. I wish they would just replace it with a cheaper model, I don't think I would buy an APEX again. Sounds like it is a common problem.
Is it UV700 or NV700? I could only find NV700
Thank you.
Well I guess I’m going to call Shark for a full replacement head because my belt is intact, but sticking out the side of the machine. Sucked up a rug edge and broke through the cheap plastic side piece!
So I thought the belt for mine was broken, come to find out its still good. 🤔 do you have any idea was causing the brush to not spin?
Not really - if your main belt is also broke, I have another video on how to fix that. It might be jammed. Try moving it manually.
Heat the belt up with boiling hot water and put it on. So you don't have to take the gear apart.
Great Video
Thanks!
Does anyone have a video on how to take the main brush off the Shark Apex Duo Clean?
I'll make one for you and upload it shortly.
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Very useful but your hands were blocking the view a lot.
My belt went through the side of the plastic roller housing 🤣😂
video is only three years old and the stuff is now $8 ea instead of $3
ANYTHING TO AVOID DOING THE RIGHT THING like there WARRNTY!! How sad
Cant get the gromet things out im demented
They are really tight. I would suggest an "eye glass" screw driver or something really thin to pop it out.
What really helped me was using two eyeglass sized flat head screwdrivers, one to pry it up partially and the second to get a deeper grip on it. They're kind of spring loaded so if you only pull it up halfway and let go it'll snap back in. Also, when they finally break free they go flying and can be hard to find.
I was able to replace the belt without removing the gear. Just roll it on.
Changing a belt on a vacuum should not be this hard. Don't buy a shark. I am so frustrated.
Very helpful! Thank you.
Thank you for your video!