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Taking apart D4 and SE motor How to take apart Rainbow vacuum SE or D4 motor and fan case assembly apart and put it back together? Disclaimer: Goodvac.com is not affiliated with The Rexair, Inc.(Rai Taking apart Rainbow e series sweeper motor unit How to take apart Rainbow e-series vacuum cleaner motor and fan case assembly apart and put it back together? Disclaimer: Goodvac.com is not affiliated with The Rexair, How We Rebuild Kirby Vacuums Kirby vacuum refurbishing varies from shop to shop.  Some shops will disassemble the unit down to the last screw while others only dust the vacuum exterior for looks.  Our goal is to provide Transmission does not work (inspecting primary drive belt) Problem: When the drive/gear is engaged when vacuuming carpets, the machine flips up on the pull back stroke or the automatic push/pull doesn't seem to be working. Possible Cau My Rainbow e-series Suddenly Stopped Working Problem: My Rainbow e-series vacuum was working just perfect and then suddenly stopped working. There was no smell, no smoke and it did not make any unusual sounds. It just stopped a Rainbow shuts down. After 10 minutes it starts and shuts down again. Problem: My Rainbow vacuum just would stop working. After 10 or 15 minutes it would start again and work for a few minutes more and then shuts off again. Possible Causes: Rainbow e-series stinks Problem: The power nozzle and the main unit of the Rainbow e series have a very musty odor. How to get rid of it or clean it. Any ideas? Possible Causes: Layer of the dust Self propelled function that makes the Kirby glide easily does not work Self propelled function on my Kirby vacuum does not seem to work. It just stopped working when I was vacuuming. Now it is quite hard to push. Can it be fixed easily and what would I need Rainbow power nozzle wiring diagram If you took the Rainbow nozzle apart and after you washed it or replaced manifold or housing you can not put it back together here is a diagram for you that will help you to get the wirin How to replace Kirby N/D pedal and Bracket-Cam assembly Step by step instructions how to replace Kirby vacuum tech/drive (transmission) pedal and/or Kirby bracket-cam assembly. Pictures available for every step. How to replace Kirby fan blade How to change Kirby vacuum fan (impeller). List of all tools needed and and pictures for each step to be taken to replace Kirby fan blade from start to finish. E-mail us with questions How to replace Kirby power switch How to replace Kirby vacuum power switch (AKA- safety switch). Step by step illustrated instructions on replacement procedure from start to the last screw. Disclaimer: & How to replace Kirby belt lifter body (nozzle) How to replace Kirby belt lifter (plastic knob on the nozzle that you have to turn to get the belt on the Kirby motor shaft) Disclaimer:  Goodvac.com is not Taking apart D4 and SE motor unit and removing the motor How to take apart Rainbow vacuum motor unit and remove the motor? Replacing a cord and power switch discussed here. Disclaimer: Goodvac.com is not affiliated with The Re Kirby nozzle lock lever screw replacement Kirby vacuum fan case screw that holds the nozzle lock keeps coming out. Tried new screw - same thing. Is there a way to repair it or I have to buy a new fan case assembly? Can I use Kirby ZipBrush for spot shampoo Can I use it with carpet shampoo as a spot cleaner? I can't find anywhere if it says that this can be done or not- or will the shampoo get into the motor and wreck it? How can I make my Kirby vacuum shiny again? My Kirby is only few years old. It still works perfect but it is not as shiny as the day I bought it. What do you guys do to make them look so good? Disclaimer:  Goodvac.com is no Taking off Rainbow e2 series nozzle cover How to take off Rainbow e2-series vacuum cleaner nozzle cover? There are no screws that hold it to the main body.. Disclaimer: Goodvac.com is not affiliated with The Rex Servicing New Kirby Sentria sweeper transmission Problem: I bought new Kirby Sentria not even a year ago. Everything was fine in the beginning bot now when vacuuming handle handle gets stuck in forward or reverse and I have to push The power head has a red light on it which goes on and off at random. Problem: The power head has a red light on it which goes on and off at random, most of the time its on. What does that red light mean? Possible Causes: Ret light (a.k.a.