Glad it was helpful! And you are right. Most of my best videos are just really giving the proper instruction that you should have gotten from the manufacturer. 👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
Glad I could help! You can, but I say in this video that it takes a good day to get it to dry. It's more like 2 with this one. You can also blow it out with an air compressor if you don't want to wash the canister.
Excellent video: thoughtful, clearly explained, and on topic. I especially appreciate the reminder to proactively clean the easily-washable intake filters so as to prolong the life of the HEPA filter (used to filter expelled air).
Glad it was helpful! This shark container is the hardest of the three that I was testing ( also the Samsung and Dyson ) so there is another way. I still suggest the regular washing of the filters, that's not a problem. It's just the container really takes 2 days to dry all the way. And that's with checking on it and having a very low humidity in the house. So, using an air compressor to blow it out would also work well. Thanks for watching!
I just got a Shark pet pro, okay for light jobs and quickly vacuuming the stairs without tripping over cords and carrying a heavy canister. The instructions left a lot to be desired, so vague. Putting it together was pretty straightforward though. Thanks for posting.
Hello mate, thank you so much for your vlog i lost my instructions to my shark cordless literally a couple of days after buying it and from across the pond your a life saver 👏
Just trying what you said. I had no idea it came apart even more. I will wait the 24 hours to dry and hopefully that will do the trick. Thanks for the video
It works, but don't be mad if it takes more then 24 hours for this one to dry out. I would take the time to shake it out and stand it in different positions during the drying period. 👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
Thank you I never cleaned mine i didn’t know!!! It just smelled bad after I used it today and then I found your video! The internal filter! I had no idea surprisingly it looks new but i’m going to still wash it. Thank you 🎉
I was too scared to wash my system but I wasn’t aware if the third filter! I empty my hoover after every hoover but never given a thorough wash THANK YOU
Thank you so much for the informative video! I have the exact same vacuum and I love it... I couldn't have figured out how to find the filters without your help. But I thought I should mention that the instruction manual that came with mine says to wash the filters in water only, no soap... Thanks again for all your help👍
Yes, they do. This is my response to that in the video decryption. ** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
Omg I did not know this. I originally just looked up how to clean the canister. Lol my hubby told me he read the instructions 🙄😂 haha yah rite! He knew nothing about the filters lol! Thank goodness for this video. My filters were really bad. I'm big on smells, so this part was so satisfying!! I used oxi clean and abit of dawn! Looks brand new and no more "dirt" smell. So happy! Thank you! 👏👏
Glad I could help! I know that I wash the canister here as well, but this one is on the harder side to get to dry. So using an air compressor works good as well.
Thank you for the video. The manual does say though not to wash the filters in any soap, so I guess if you do it just needs to be super rinsed :P :) I was also worried about the trapped water in blue part of the dust bucket. I'm happy to know that will eventually dry out!
They do mention about not using soap and another viewer reminded me of that so I added a note in the video description. I did know that before I made this video, but should have remembered to mention that. I'm sure that they put that there because it does need to be rinsed really well and using a harsh soap or something with lotion in it would not be good. And it's easier to just say don't use soap just like some companies have to say don't make toast in the bathtub. But using a little bit of standard Dawn really helps break up the dirt and get the filters clean. And the container will eventually dry out, but it does take some time. I know that I mention in the video that I wash it out like every 3 weeks, which I do, but I suppose that most people won't do it that often. I had probably washed it out a half a dozen times before I gave it to my oldest daughter. I'll be honest, I miss it. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
@@AroundTheHome1 Yes I used a dish soap too, because I don't think the dirt comes out well enough with just water. Lol I haven't read my bathtub instruction manual but I'll take your word for it!! 😂😂
@@AroundTheHome1 how long did it take to dry out the water trapped between the blue plastic and clear plastic bin? I washed mine and water still trapped inside after 24 hours. It uses special screw so I cannot take it apart either.
I wish you would have started from how to even take the container off the vacuum. I can not separate mine easily. Been stored for a couple years and forgot how. *Update finally got it off and followed yr instructions on how to deep clean. Great video and thank you!!!
Thanks for the instructions on how to remove the discharge filter. I use a #10 Torx security bit (has a hole in center) to remove the 4 screws holding the bulk head divider in place to enable me to clean that chamber. It also allows a faster dry. The problem I'm having is dirt gets under the trap door gasket. If the gasket was removable (like the one for sealing the bulk head divider) it would be no problem. On mine glue was used, but were there is no glue, dirt collects and is difficult without damaging the seal. If this gasket was removable, drying time would be much quicker.
@@AroundTheHome1 Thank you for the reply. I'll give blowing it out with compressed air a try. If disassembly after proves it's clean, I'll use it in the future. Does the trap door gasket collect dust that is hard to remove between the gasket and the door? If it does, how do you get it clean so no mold forms?
Thank you. I was thinking I accidentally threw my filter out when emptying the dust container... now I am seeing it is in a completely different part of it. Derp! 🤦♀️ lol.
I have the same vacumm. Something is wrong with mine and I can’t figure out what’s wrong with it. Mine just keeps shooting air from the vents and makes a loud noise. It’s also not picking up anything from the floor just shorts it right out. I already ordered new filters so I hope it solves the problem. Hope I don’t have to buy a new vacuum.
Here is a new link for that. Thanks for letting me know that the link no longer worked. www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-TEKPREM-Security-Screwdrivers-Controller/dp/B089PTHLQ4?crid=2HPRJ76HAIW7J&keywords=security%2Btorx%2Bbit%2Bset%2Bscrewdriver&qid=1661430339&sprefix=security%2Btorx%2Bbit%2Bset%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-5&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=84a9b36f09766d4324deaf4c0d35539b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
I just got one it works good but this could be just mine after I use it it won't charge for alittle I have to wait like 8 min for it to start charging . I also wanna that off the green part to clean the bin .
Yes I need to figure out how to remove thay green part too. I had cleaned it out really good after my husband had been using it to vacuum gnats bleh it smelled horrible and there were maggots worst thing ever but there's still water trapped and a little of gunk I wish I could get to but can't until I figure out how or if that part comes off
You're welcome! Now this one has always been hard to get to dry all the way. So, I started skipping the washing of the canister and just wash the filters. Then I use my air compressor to blow out the canister.
Hi thanks - on the instructions of my model it says do not use any soap on the foam filter. I keep a spare foam filter to allow the first one to dry thoroughly.
No problem. I should have talked a little more about this. I added this to the video description to explain a little further. ** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
You’re welcome 😊 Washing the canister on this one does take some time to dry. I have found that I prefer to just blow out the canister with my air compressor / leaf blower and wash the filters.
First, stop panicking. Nothing is ruined, but the shark is a hard one to dry. That's why I added the notes in the comments if you didn't want the hassle of drying it to blow it out. Has it been 24 / 32 hours yet? Did you shake it and set it up then a couple hours later shake it again and set it a different position, then shake it again later? Yes, I know this canister is a lot of work washing it. Do you have an air compressor, EGO leaf blower, or can of compressed air? If so blow out the moisture. If still no for those questions, mine had 4 screws that you could take out to open it up all the way. I don't have mine anymore and they could have changed it, but mine was a security TORX screw. That means it was a TORX bit with a pin in the middle, like something in this kit. amzn.to/3ARBnkF Hopefully this helps. If mildew starts growing a little bleach water, like 10% bleach to 90% water will kill and disinfect.
thanks so much for the easy video! i love this vacuum but i had to clean it cuz it was smelling like cat poop every time i turned it on, i did end up accidentally ripping a corner of the foam seal for the trap door, as there was a lot of dirt underneath the corner of it, but i was able to scrub the other side without ripping it.
@Around The Home, I tried to remove the screws, I got one out easily but 2 of the others already seemed stripped? Also the 4th one I can't get to budge at all. Are these 4 screws all I need to remove to get to that trapped dirt between the clear canister and the red (or blue) colored plastic section that houses the filters?
@Marlee Hughes , first thank you so much for the new comment thread. Ok, you said that you can't get the screws out because they feel stripped. I honestly gave this vacuum to my daughter, so I can't check it right now. But I think the screws are a security torx. Meaning they have a pin in the middle so that not just anybody can unscrew them. That is if I remember right. Is that what you are using. They would require bits that look like this. www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-14-Piece-Tamper-Resistant-Steel/dp/B07Q21RPS2?crid=T6D7FGL2Y967&dchild=1&keywords=security+torx+bit+set&qid=1626634786&sprefix=security+torx%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=a13251075ba16606b695b3de22e3cac9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl That is not something that the average person has. Now maybe I am wrong. And if you want to send pics you can submit a contact form on our website then after that you can send pics and I should be able to help more. www.aroundthehome.org/
I have given this one to my Daughter, so I can't check that out right now. I don't remember the roller coming out of the powerhead easily like the Samsung and the Dyson. That's not a lot of help, I know.
Today, I cleaned my filters for the 1st time rinsing the 2 of them and squeezing excess water using paper towels. I went on Shark site to purchase another pair of filters for $26 (tax and shipping. That way when I clean the filters, I just swap them out.
No bleach. That could very well damage the sponge. Just a drop of Dawn. And I mean actual Dawn, not the generic. There is a difference. And not Dawn with lotion or anything else. Just basic normal Dawn. Then rinse thoroughly.
I will still say that you can do it, but the Shark is hard to get to dry all the way. So I ended up using my air compressor of leaf blower to clean the container.
I let mine dry but it still got water in the space in between the two sections and I can't get it dry without taking it apart, which I can't do. Any ideas? It smells!
It does take a little effort to get this to dry out all the way. Because of that I have started to just blow out the canister with my air compressor and made notes to this in the video description. Also in the video description are Amazon links to the bits needed to up it up.
Yeah, I probably wouldn't do that. This one is a tough one to dry all the way so I added the notes in the video description it might be best to use a cordless leaf blower or air compressor and just blow it out.
Yes it does, that's why I added these notes to the video description. * You don't have to wash the canister if you don't want the hassle of drying it. I would then suggest using a blow gun on an air compressor to blow out the dust. ** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
I did this but I couldn’t get the screw things out on the red part. Now there is water trapped and I can’t get it out. I’ve tried blowing drying . Idk what to do but it’s gonna end up getting mold if I can’t dry it
@Dee Aquino can I assume that your red part is the same as my blue/green part? If so, yes those screws take a special bit. If I remember, because I gave it to my daughter, it takes a security torx bit. But back to your problem. How long has it been drying? I know that I said that a little more then 24 hours, but sometimes it was really like 2 full days. And that was with shaking it and setting it different ways to dry like 3 different times. It never molded on my for the many times that I did this. And I only took the screws apart the first time and realize that is was a big pain in the butt so I didn't do that afterwards. Do you have an air compressor? If you use a blow gun on an air compressor then it should blow out the moisture and it would also be a good way to clean this in the future if you don't like washing it. I added those notes in the video description along with a further description on the use of soap. If I remember right these bits will help you take that apart if you wish. www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-14-Piece-Tamper-Resistant-Steel/dp/B07Q21RPS2?crid=1231MD0RUJ281&keywords=security+torx+bit+set&qid=1650163098&sprefix=security+torx%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=77d66a1f6aecd375b5af71ea07707102&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Let me know if this helped you out.
I got filters from Shark. Fedex lost the order. Shark replaced. I got more from an ebayer where it was much cheaper. While you wash your 2 filters, slap the thinner and thicker one's in while the others dry.
I thought it said we can’t use soap and water to clean it just water? I just bought one and need to clean it but I don’t want to damage it by using soap.
You are right, it does say that. But it says that because there are many soaps that would be bad. Soaps with lotions will clog this filter, and bleach would melt the foam. If you don't want to use soap, it's ok, but soap helps to loosen the dirt much better then water alone. That's why I use just a couple of drops of regular Dawn. Also, if you don't get the soap rinsed out properly that can also clog the filters. I have done this myself over a dozen times to this vacuum and now that I have given it to my daughter for her home she continues cleaning it the same way and every time it has been cleaned it is just like new. I make these notes in the video description. It's easier for the manufacturer to just say don't use soap then to deal with people complaining to them because they did it wrong.
I assume that you are still having troubles getting the canister to release. Honestly I have had no troubles getting mine to release, so there are no tricks that I have on that one. I do know that the pipes do get a little sticky with dust build up and I have to wiggle them to pop loose. That might help.
@@Myeverydaywifelife I struggled with mine too and that’s what brought me to this vid. You hold the button down and pull the canister in the direction the arrow on the button is pointing. I was pulling it straight up and it won’t lift that way.
Here is how to take it off. This link will take you to the part in the video right where I take the canister off. ua-cam.com/video/moyfUChXQYc/v-deo.html
Well, sure. But that's keeping in mind if you don't overfill the container and keep the other filters regularly cleaned. So, realistically the exhaust filter should be checked monthly and cleaned if dirty.
@E MG no problem. Using these stick vacuums I have noticed that if you overfill the canister - past the max fill level, then it seriously effects the filters. That is something that I have had to remind my kids when they are vacuuming. And it seems to effect them all, not just the Shark.
Well, I can say that I have not had trouble getting that one out. So I'm afraid that I may not be a lot of help here. This vacuum is currently in the possession of my daughter and she has not mentioned any trouble yet. Though, I wounder if she has even cleaned this one out herself. Makes me wonder if there is some sort of clip that you are fighting. There is not clip on mine, it just pulls straight out. Could the "O" ring on yours be sticking that badly?
I use a dog blaster and blows all the dust out and if l wash it the blaster will blow all water out. And the filters dry with in minutes with the blaster.
You are so welcome! I added notes in the description that some people may want to just blow out this canister instead of washing it because it is hard to dry. 👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
I can't remember if the Shark has a shut off if the filters or canister are not fully installed. I know that my Samsung and Dyson do. I mean something could be broken in the switch, but I would first start with making sure all the filters and canister are fully locked in place. Hope that helps.
Yes, it can be done. If you have an air compressor with a blow gun attachment, it is easier for the plastic canister. Because dry time on this one is between one and two days.
Yes, yes they do. I make a note about that in the video description. I basically say that soap does break up the dirt much better then water alone. And that a few drops of Dawn works just fine, I have done this dozens of times with zero negative effects. But if you were to use a soap with lotion or a soap with bleach or many other soaps could damage the filter. Also, if you don't rinse the soap out well, it will clog the filter. So it is so much simpler just to say not to use soap. But if you follow what I say you will get a cleaner container. Or you can play it safe and not use soap, your choice. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
I can't thank you enough for this video! My Shark started to smell bad at every use. I didn't think I could wash all those parts. I appreciate it.
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THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!! I find nowdays that UA-cam videos are sooo much more helpful than manufacturer instructions etc. xo
Glad it was helpful! And you are right. Most of my best videos are just really giving the proper instruction that you should have gotten from the manufacturer. 👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
Thank you!!!!! :) This was the ONLY video I could find on how to clean the filter canister with water. We didn't know if it was safe or not.
Glad I could help! You can, but I say in this video that it takes a good day to get it to dry. It's more like 2 with this one. You can also blow it out with an air compressor if you don't want to wash the canister.
Excellent video: thoughtful, clearly explained, and on topic. I especially appreciate the reminder to proactively clean the easily-washable intake filters so as to prolong the life of the HEPA filter (used to filter expelled air).
Glad it was helpful! This shark container is the hardest of the three that I was testing ( also the Samsung and Dyson ) so there is another way. I still suggest the regular washing of the filters, that's not a problem. It's just the container really takes 2 days to dry all the way. And that's with checking on it and having a very low humidity in the house. So, using an air compressor to blow it out would also work well. Thanks for watching!
I just got a Shark pet pro, okay for light jobs and quickly vacuuming the stairs without tripping over cords and carrying a heavy canister. The instructions left a lot to be desired, so vague. Putting it together was pretty straightforward though. Thanks for posting.
You are very welcome. 👍😎
Hello mate, thank you so much for your vlog i lost my instructions to my shark cordless literally a couple of days after buying it and from across the pond your a life saver 👏
No problem 👍 Thanks for watching from across the pond.
Just trying what you said. I had no idea it came apart even more. I will wait the 24 hours to dry and hopefully that will do the trick. Thanks for the video
It works, but don't be mad if it takes more then 24 hours for this one to dry out. I would take the time to shake it out and stand it in different positions during the drying period. 👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
What about using a hair dryer to speed up the drying process? @@AroundTheHome1
Thank you I never cleaned mine i didn’t know!!! It just smelled bad after I used it today and then I found your video! The internal filter! I had no idea surprisingly it looks new but i’m going to still wash it. Thank you 🎉
Glad I could help!
I was too scared to wash my system but I wasn’t aware if the third filter! I empty my hoover after every hoover but never given a thorough wash THANK YOU
Thank you for posting this video I found it incredibly helpful. I just washed my vacuum now in minutes!
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Thank you so much for the informative video! I have the exact same vacuum and I love it... I couldn't have figured out how to find the filters without your help. But I thought I should mention that the instruction manual that came with mine says to wash the filters in water only, no soap... Thanks again for all your help👍
Yes, they do. This is my response to that in the video decryption. ** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
So, if you are careful when using a little soap it cleans so much better then just water.
Omg I did not know this. I originally just looked up how to clean the canister. Lol my hubby told me he read the instructions 🙄😂 haha yah rite! He knew nothing about the filters lol! Thank goodness for this video.
My filters were really bad. I'm big on smells, so this part was so satisfying!! I used oxi clean and abit of dawn! Looks brand new and no more "dirt" smell. So happy! Thank you! 👏👏
Glad I could help! I know that I wash the canister here as well, but this one is on the harder side to get to dry. So using an air compressor works good as well.
Thank you for the clear instructions. This video was exactly what I was looking for.
👍 So glad to help! Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
Very thorough thank you... others just do the 2 sponge filters and I knew there would be more. Thanks again. 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for the video. The manual does say though not to wash the filters in any soap, so I guess if you do it just needs to be super rinsed :P :) I was also worried about the trapped water in blue part of the dust bucket. I'm happy to know that will eventually dry out!
They do mention about not using soap and another viewer reminded me of that so I added a note in the video description. I did know that before I made this video, but should have remembered to mention that. I'm sure that they put that there because it does need to be rinsed really well and using a harsh soap or something with lotion in it would not be good. And it's easier to just say don't use soap just like some companies have to say don't make toast in the bathtub. But using a little bit of standard Dawn really helps break up the dirt and get the filters clean. And the container will eventually dry out, but it does take some time. I know that I mention in the video that I wash it out like every 3 weeks, which I do, but I suppose that most people won't do it that often. I had probably washed it out a half a dozen times before I gave it to my oldest daughter. I'll be honest, I miss it. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
@@AroundTheHome1 Yes I used a dish soap too, because I don't think the dirt comes out well enough with just water. Lol I haven't read my bathtub instruction manual but I'll take your word for it!! 😂😂
It's actually in your toaster instructions, but yes, it is there. 🤪🤦♂️
@@AroundTheHome1 🙈🙈🙈😂😂😂
@@AroundTheHome1 how long did it take to dry out the water trapped between the blue plastic and clear plastic bin? I washed mine and water still trapped inside after 24 hours. It uses special screw so I cannot take it apart either.
Great video @ thank you. They do not show or tell you any of this information in the instructions! Many thanks!
So glad to help. Thanks for watching.
I wish you would have started from how to even take the container off the vacuum. I can not separate mine easily. Been stored for a couple years and forgot how. *Update finally got it off and followed yr instructions on how to deep clean. Great video and thank you!!!
I think this is the video you were looking for. ua-cam.com/video/moyfUChXQYc/v-deo.html
Classic move at 3:01
Thanks for the instructions on how to remove the discharge filter. I use a #10 Torx security bit (has a hole in center) to remove the 4 screws holding the bulk head divider in place to enable me to clean that chamber. It also allows a faster dry. The problem I'm having is dirt gets under the trap door gasket. If the gasket was removable (like the one for sealing the bulk head divider) it would be no problem. On mine glue was used, but were there is no glue, dirt collects and is difficult without damaging the seal. If this gasket was removable, drying time would be much quicker.
You can definitely take it apart to aid in drying. I stopped washing the container on this one and using my air compressor to just blow it out.
@@AroundTheHome1 Thank you for the reply. I'll give blowing it out with compressed air a try. If disassembly after proves it's clean, I'll use it in the future.
Does the trap door gasket collect dust that is hard to remove between the gasket and the door? If it does, how do you get it clean so no mold forms?
That gasket isn't my favorite, but it does the job. I haven't had any trouble with mold, but I did stop washing it after the first couple of times.
Thank you. I was thinking I accidentally threw my filter out when emptying the dust container... now I am seeing it is in a completely different part of it. Derp! 🤦♀️ lol.
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Thank you for this video. I have the exact same vacuum. Do you have a video how to clean the roller brush? Thanks!
Thanks for watching and your question. I'm afraid that I don't have a video for that on this one. I need to add that to my list.
I have the same vacumm. Something is wrong with mine and I can’t figure out what’s wrong with it. Mine just keeps shooting air from the vents and makes a loud noise. It’s also not picking up anything from the floor just shorts it right out. I already ordered new filters so I hope it solves the problem. Hope I don’t have to buy a new vacuum.
Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!
Glad I could help!
How do you take the cannister off of the vacuum?
Can you wash the exhaust filter or that’s not supposed to get wet??
Hi. What specific screwdrivers(s) did you use to undo the security screws to take the dust canister apart, as the Amazon link you provided is broken?
Here is a new link for that. Thanks for letting me know that the link no longer worked. www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-TEKPREM-Security-Screwdrivers-Controller/dp/B089PTHLQ4?crid=2HPRJ76HAIW7J&keywords=security%2Btorx%2Bbit%2Bset%2Bscrewdriver&qid=1661430339&sprefix=security%2Btorx%2Bbit%2Bset%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-5&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=84a9b36f09766d4324deaf4c0d35539b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
I just got one it works good but this could be just mine after I use it it won't charge for alittle I have to wait like 8 min for it to start charging . I also wanna that off the green part to clean the bin .
That's because the battery is hot. It needs to cool down first before it allows it to charge.
Yes I need to figure out how to remove thay green part too. I had cleaned it out really good after my husband had been using it to vacuum gnats bleh it smelled horrible and there were maggots worst thing ever but there's still water trapped and a little of gunk I wish I could get to but can't until I figure out how or if that part comes off
Thank you so much for this, had no idea where my filters where and they were caked in dust, the sponges were thick and brown. Again thank you 😊
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Would you know how to change the battery?
Appreciate the video! Was very helpful, as I couldn't find my manuals. Thank you!
You're welcome! Now this one has always been hard to get to dry all the way. So, I started skipping the washing of the canister and just wash the filters. Then I use my air compressor to blow out the canister.
The manual is somewhat useless. Videos are helpful.
Hi thanks - on the instructions of my model it says do not use any soap on the foam filter.
I keep a spare foam filter to allow the first one to dry thoroughly.
Sorry comments re soap dealt with already! I think I'll use a pH neutral detergent and rinse well.
No problem. I should have talked a little more about this. I added this to the video description to explain a little further. ** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
Thank you. I didn’t know I could wash it like that. I will now do so.
You’re welcome 😊 Washing the canister on this one does take some time to dry. I have found that I prefer to just blow out the canister with my air compressor / leaf blower and wash the filters.
How do you get it off the stick??
Do you have dust stuck in the foam trim that’s in the trap door? How do you clean in there?
I blow it out with my air compressor. If you don't have one then a can of compressed air works.
Great video.Informative without waffle!
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I bought a second dust cup from Shark and extra filters on Amazon so I always have one clean and dry dust cup ready.
That's a great idea!
Wow youre awesome. I SO needed a channel like this!! Thank you for doing this!
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What about the little cone inside the cannister? Mine looks pretty clogged is this the part i need the tool for?
It is not normally necessary to open up the inner cone. If you have an air compressor with a blow gun tip that is a great way to clean that part out.
Hi! I washed the canister but the water got trapped inside! I’m panicking it’s ruined now. What should I do? Thank you!!
First, stop panicking. Nothing is ruined, but the shark is a hard one to dry. That's why I added the notes in the comments if you didn't want the hassle of drying it to blow it out. Has it been 24 / 32 hours yet? Did you shake it and set it up then a couple hours later shake it again and set it a different position, then shake it again later? Yes, I know this canister is a lot of work washing it. Do you have an air compressor, EGO leaf blower, or can of compressed air? If so blow out the moisture. If still no for those questions, mine had 4 screws that you could take out to open it up all the way. I don't have mine anymore and they could have changed it, but mine was a security TORX screw. That means it was a TORX bit with a pin in the middle, like something in this kit. amzn.to/3ARBnkF Hopefully this helps. If mildew starts growing a little bleach water, like 10% bleach to 90% water will kill and disinfect.
Can you remove the blue part that’s still connected to the dust container or no?
You can using the special bits that I have listed in the video description.
thanks so much for the easy video! i love this vacuum but i had to clean it cuz it was smelling like cat poop every time i turned it on, i did end up accidentally ripping a corner of the foam seal for the trap door, as there was a lot of dirt underneath the corner of it, but i was able to scrub the other side without ripping it.
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@Around The Home, I tried to remove the screws, I got one out easily but 2 of the others already seemed stripped? Also the 4th one I can't get to budge at all. Are these 4 screws all I need to remove to get to that trapped dirt between the clear canister and the red (or blue) colored plastic section that houses the filters?
@Marlee Hughes , first thank you so much for the new comment thread. Ok, you said that you can't get the screws out because they feel stripped. I honestly gave this vacuum to my daughter, so I can't check it right now. But I think the screws are a security torx. Meaning they have a pin in the middle so that not just anybody can unscrew them. That is if I remember right. Is that what you are using. They would require bits that look like this. www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-14-Piece-Tamper-Resistant-Steel/dp/B07Q21RPS2?crid=T6D7FGL2Y967&dchild=1&keywords=security+torx+bit+set&qid=1626634786&sprefix=security+torx%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=a13251075ba16606b695b3de22e3cac9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
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hi.anyone.know how.to fix the wand on shark iz300ukt it's stuck stiff? it doesn't bend
Do you know if u can clean the main head aswell?
I have given this one to my Daughter, so I can't check that out right now. I don't remember the roller coming out of the powerhead easily like the Samsung and the Dyson. That's not a lot of help, I know.
Thank you so much! This was super helpful!
You're so welcome!
Today, I cleaned my filters for the 1st time rinsing the 2 of them and squeezing excess water using paper towels. I went on Shark site to purchase another pair of filters for $26 (tax and shipping. That way when I clean the filters, I just swap them out.
Thanks for the simple way you explained this. Why doesn't Shark explain this on their instructions.
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Did you add a little splash of bleach in the wash water?
No bleach. That could very well damage the sponge. Just a drop of Dawn. And I mean actual Dawn, not the generic. There is a difference. And not Dawn with lotion or anything else. Just basic normal Dawn. Then rinse thoroughly.
Thank you for this. I was too scared to fully dunk mine 😂
I will still say that you can do it, but the Shark is hard to get to dry all the way. So I ended up using my air compressor of leaf blower to clean the container.
Thank you soo much for this 🙏✨
No problem 😊
I let mine dry but it still got water in the space in between the two sections and I can't get it dry without taking it apart, which I can't do. Any ideas? It smells!
It does take a little effort to get this to dry out all the way. Because of that I have started to just blow out the canister with my air compressor and made notes to this in the video description. Also in the video description are Amazon links to the bits needed to up it up.
What about putting that part in dishwasher?? It would steam dry it.. does anyone think I should try that?
Yeah, I probably wouldn't do that. This one is a tough one to dry all the way so I added the notes in the video description it might be best to use a cordless leaf blower or air compressor and just blow it out.
Helpful video, but the instruction pamphlet clearly states not to use soap water only on the filters.
Yes it does, that's why I added these notes to the video description.
* You don't have to wash the canister if you don't want the hassle of drying it. I would then suggest using a blow gun on an air compressor to blow out the dust.
** The instructions do say not to use soap on the filters, but that is for a couple of reasons. If you use too much and don't get it rinsed properly, it can be clogged up right away. Also, soaps with lotions are not good either. I used just a couple of drops of classic Dawn. No problems there, just make sure it is rinsed out well.
I did this but I couldn’t get the screw things out on the red part. Now there is water trapped and I can’t get it out. I’ve tried blowing drying . Idk what to do but it’s gonna end up getting mold if I can’t dry it
@Dee Aquino can I assume that your red part is the same as my blue/green part? If so, yes those screws take a special bit. If I remember, because I gave it to my daughter, it takes a security torx bit. But back to your problem. How long has it been drying? I know that I said that a little more then 24 hours, but sometimes it was really like 2 full days. And that was with shaking it and setting it different ways to dry like 3 different times. It never molded on my for the many times that I did this. And I only took the screws apart the first time and realize that is was a big pain in the butt so I didn't do that afterwards. Do you have an air compressor? If you use a blow gun on an air compressor then it should blow out the moisture and it would also be a good way to clean this in the future if you don't like washing it. I added those notes in the video description along with a further description on the use of soap. If I remember right these bits will help you take that apart if you wish. www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-14-Piece-Tamper-Resistant-Steel/dp/B07Q21RPS2?crid=1231MD0RUJ281&keywords=security+torx+bit+set&qid=1650163098&sprefix=security+torx%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=77d66a1f6aecd375b5af71ea07707102&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Let me know if this helped you out.
I got filters from Shark. Fedex lost the order. Shark replaced. I got more from an ebayer where it was much cheaper. While you wash your 2 filters, slap the thinner and thicker one's in while the others dry.
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Thank you for the video, it was perfect!!!!
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@@AroundTheHome1 thank you
How to clean the roller brush?
Sorry, I don't have a video on that. I also gave this to my daughter so I will probably not be making anymore videos on it.
Thank you. VERY HELPFUL
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Great help and spot on
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I thought it said we can’t use soap and water to clean it just water? I just bought one and need to clean it but I don’t want to damage it by using soap.
You are right, it does say that. But it says that because there are many soaps that would be bad. Soaps with lotions will clog this filter, and bleach would melt the foam. If you don't want to use soap, it's ok, but soap helps to loosen the dirt much better then water alone. That's why I use just a couple of drops of regular Dawn. Also, if you don't get the soap rinsed out properly that can also clog the filters. I have done this myself over a dozen times to this vacuum and now that I have given it to my daughter for her home she continues cleaning it the same way and every time it has been cleaned it is just like new. I make these notes in the video description. It's easier for the manufacturer to just say don't use soap then to deal with people complaining to them because they did it wrong.
Great video, very helpful!
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for some reason my shark is not releasing for stick to clean it???? seems stuck, I'm afraid i'd break it.
I'm sorry, I'm not sure what part is not coming apart?
@@AroundTheHome1 the canister part where the stuff you vacuum up goes, receptacle
I assume that you are still having troubles getting the canister to release. Honestly I have had no troubles getting mine to release, so there are no tricks that I have on that one. I do know that the pipes do get a little sticky with dust build up and I have to wiggle them to pop loose. That might help.
@@Myeverydaywifelife I struggled with mine too and that’s what brought me to this vid. You hold the button down and pull the canister in the direction the arrow on the button is pointing. I was pulling it straight up and it won’t lift that way.
Nice job. You solved my problem.
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We need to know how to take the canister off the vacuum
Here is how to take it off. This link will take you to the part in the video right where I take the canister off. ua-cam.com/video/moyfUChXQYc/v-deo.html
Great instructions.
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The last filter is the HEPA filter, and the company says it must be cleaned annually, not that regularly.
Well, sure. But that's keeping in mind if you don't overfill the container and keep the other filters regularly cleaned. So, realistically the exhaust filter should be checked monthly and cleaned if dirty.
@@AroundTheHome1 Thanks for the comment.
@E MG no problem. Using these stick vacuums I have noticed that if you overfill the canister - past the max fill level, then it seriously effects the filters. That is something that I have had to remind my kids when they are vacuuming. And it seems to effect them all, not just the Shark.
Mine won’t start after cleaning is that normal?!
No, that is not normal. Can you tell me anymore other then it just won't start?
I cannot access the filter from the motor housing. Completely stuck!
How long have you been using it and not cleaned it?
A long time
Well, at least you're honest. Are you referring to what I call the exhaust filter?
@@AroundTheHome1 yes
Well, I can say that I have not had trouble getting that one out. So I'm afraid that I may not be a lot of help here. This vacuum is currently in the possession of my daughter and she has not mentioned any trouble yet. Though, I wounder if she has even cleaned this one out herself. Makes me wonder if there is some sort of clip that you are fighting. There is not clip on mine, it just pulls straight out. Could the "O" ring on yours be sticking that badly?
Do a video on how to remove the beater bar. Damned near impossible.
I'll see if I get a chance to do that. I don't have that vacuum anymore.
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I use a dog blaster and blows all the dust out and if l wash it the blaster will blow all water out. And the filters dry with in minutes with the blaster.
Sounds good. Thanks for watching.
Oh, you're the best🌟
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Thank you so much for the video!!
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Helpful! Thanks!
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Good . Can you show us how to clean. The clear bit behind the brush roll on the top easily if possible
I'm sorry, I'm not quite sure what you are asking. Are you talking about on the powerhead?
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My vacuum will charge, but won’t turn on at all..
I can't remember if the Shark has a shut off if the filters or canister are not fully installed. I know that my Samsung and Dyson do. I mean something could be broken in the switch, but I would first start with making sure all the filters and canister are fully locked in place. Hope that helps.
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Finnaly.. i was afraid the whole.time to wash those parts. Yesss..
Yes, it can be done. If you have an air compressor with a blow gun attachment, it is easier for the plastic canister. Because dry time on this one is between one and two days.
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Shark says not to use soap on your filters
Yes, yes they do. I make a note about that in the video description. I basically say that soap does break up the dirt much better then water alone. And that a few drops of Dawn works just fine, I have done this dozens of times with zero negative effects. But if you were to use a soap with lotion or a soap with bleach or many other soaps could damage the filter. Also, if you don't rinse the soap out well, it will clog the filter. So it is so much simpler just to say not to use soap. But if you follow what I say you will get a cleaner container. Or you can play it safe and not use soap, your choice. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org
@@AroundTheHome1 I always follow your advice...thank you so much for your videos.
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