Kenmore Progressive Direct Drive Quits On The Job!

Repair of a Kenmore Direct Drive that keeps shutting off randomly.
This vacuum does not like to be messed with. Pull back the handle and it just decides that it doesn't want to run any more and shuts off. We troubleshoot the issue and get this old Kenmore back to running the way it should!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Kenmore Progressive Direct Drive Intro
00:50 Remove Handle
02:08 Handle Disassembly
04:35 Fixing the Switch... No Parts Needed!
05:53 Handle Reassembly
07:10 Testing
07:49 Conclusion
TITLE:
Kenmore Progressive Direct Drive Quits On The Job!
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[@jarrio_D1]

I just got one yesterday at the Goodwill, I had to clean the Brushroll but that was about it, it works great now

[@HouseOfVacuums]

That is awesome, enjoy!

[@timothyluna9725]

I have that same vacuum . I've had it since 2007. The direct drive just now quit. I'm going to dig into that handle. Wish me luck

[@russjones45]

Great video Matt. I find the fixes that are least obvious are most interesting at least from a technician perspective.

[@HouseOfVacuums]

So true. Thanks for watching!

[@FanOfVacuums2]

I cannot say that I have seen one of these ever do that! I wish Kenmore still offered an upright with a long hose and all the settings like these older ones had.

[@HouseOfVacuums]

Yeah, it was certainly a weird issue! And you're right, there was certainly no shortage of choices for the setting. Thanks for watching!

[@huskyvacs]

Any time there is a electrical pin connection in a vacuum, or any open terminals, I like to rub a little bit of dielectric grease on them to protect the terminals and sustain connection. It works especially well with light bulbs. A lot of vacuums like the Hoover Convertibles like to puke dust into the headlight area and that dirt getting into the socket can effect the bulb connection and create arcing on the terminals which the light bulbs do not like at all and can blow them out faster than normal. Seen a lot of bulbs with a bit of charring on their bases.

[@HouseOfVacuums]

I really like to do that on anything that is brass because of corrosion. I don't worry about it as much on nickel plating, but it can't hurt!

[@silverado5469]

Great call Matt.
Your the man. John in Ohio

[@HouseOfVacuums]

Thanks, John!

[@Sysiphus777]

I love your channel, Matt, and I’m glad you showed this model since it’s my everyday vacuum. I bought it on sale many years ago, and because it was placed near a sale sign, I got the upgraded, longer extension cord at the same price. Also, it was a Consumer Reports “Best Buy” at the time. Since watching your channel though, I am on the lookout for the top vacuums you recommend at thrift stores, estate sales etc. Is it easy to replace a brush roller on these? I’m pretty handy.
Thanks for the great education in vacuums.

[@HouseOfVacuums]

Thanks Sysiphus! So the brushrolls on the direct drives are not hard to replace, but are pretty expensive as the brushroll motor and brush are all one integrated unit. If you get one that needs that replaced, I would probably just look for another used one. As for good vacs that you can find second hand, moderately old Kenmores (it is hard to find parts for anything posed mid-2000s), Panasonics, Riccars, Orecks, etc can be pretty good values. And, of course, anything high end like Miele, Sebo, Aerus, Lindhaus, etc. are harder to find but also very good bets.

[@Sir_Corgerus]

I haven't watched yet but good video

[@HouseOfVacuums]

Thanks for the confidence, hope you enjoyed it!

[@talonverizon2038]

I love it

[@HouseOfVacuums]

Thanks, Talon!

[@talonverizon2038]

@@HouseOfVacuums ok thanks

[@cocatfan]

Mine won't pull forward anymore and the agitator won't spin. All of a sudden. I did the reset thing and no go.