Shark vacuum hose sucks in dirt particles, dirt can attach to the inner walls of the hose, and when not cleaned for a long time, it can cause blockage and unpleasant odor.
As we know that the vacuum hose of the shark models comes directly in contact with dirt, many people do not realize how important it is to clean it properly. Cleaning a shark vacuum hose might not be an enjoyable thing to do, but devoting some minutes to the task can make your shark vacuum unique in terms of lifespan and performance.
Have you ever wondered how you clean your shark vacuum hose? Or maybe you've been feeling it's difficult; take a tour through this article, and your hose will come out perfectly fine. Enjoy!
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When Your Vacuum Hose Needs Cleaning?
This part will explain How to know the right time to clean your vacuum hose, why you should clean the vacuum hose, and how often you should clean your hose.
How to know that it is time to clean the vacuum hose?
There are some signs your vacuum hose shows you to know it needs cleaning.
When it is blocked, it gives an impression to show it needs proper cleaning.
The first sign it shows you is that the vacuum does not clean well and leaves dirt behind. That is to show you that there is a blockage inside the hose.
What does this mean to you?
It would be best if you cleaned your vacuum cleaner before it starts giving you signs.
Do not wait for these signs before you begin cleaning your vacuum hose.
The earlier you wash it, the stronger the lifespan and performance of your hose cleaner. I will go deep into how to clean shark vacuum hoses (you can read some other Shark vacuum troubleshooting tips here).
Why should you clean your vacuum hose?
You should clean the entire parts of your shark vacuum cleaner to improve its efficiency, performance, and longevity.
It is essential to clean any part of your vacuum cleaner the same way it is to clean your vacuum hose to be free from dirt and debris that can lead to blockage.
The vacuum hose is prone to blockages. Any obstruction in the hose will drastically affect the vacuum's performance, so it is necessary to clean it as often as you use it.
How often should you clean your shark vacuum hose?
Good question!
The answer to the above question depends on how often you use your vacuum cleaner and the type of dirt and debris you clean. What do I mean?
If it is just regular home vacuuming and you vacuum once to thrice a week, you should clean your vacuum hose twice a month, but if you vacuum more frequently, you should clean your vacuum hose more regularly.
I recommend cleaning your vacuum hose every week if you put it through heavy vacuuming to prevent blockages.
If you noticed that your shark vacuum is losing its suction power, you could visually inspect the hose for visible signs of blockage.
You have to put everything listed below in place when you want to clean up your vacuum hose.
1. Clean water
2. Wash Basin
3. Washing Soap/detergent
4. Baking Soda
5. Vinegar
6. Soft cloth/soft brush
7. Screwdriver (proper if it is screwed)
Now, let's get down to business! We're going to the primary cleaning process.
Shark Vacuum Hose Cleaning Steps:
Fortunately, the process of cleaning shark vacuum hoses is easy, and it involves simple steps. The step-by-step guide on how to clean your vacuum hose is outlined below.
1. Detach The Hose From The Vacuum
To detach is the very first step to take when you want to clean your vacuum hose.
You have to separate the hose from the other part of the vacuum.
Ensure the shark vacuum cleaner is not connected to a power source when you're about to detach the hose to prevent the risk of being electrocuted.
But wait, let me tell you something!
The process of detaching the shark vacuum hose from the vacuum cleaner depends on how the vacuum cleaner is manufactured.
In some vacuum cleaners, you have to pull the hose out; in others, you have to unfasten the screw with the help of a screwdriver to detach the hose. Some might also require you to press a release button to disconnect your vacuum hose.
2. Clear Clogs
Before cleaning the clogged hose with warm water, you have to manually clear off the clogged hose with the help of a broom handle.
But be careful when doing that to avoid expanding or breaking the hose. Do not scrub the inner or outer part of the hose using a sharp object. Doing this can damage your hose.
3. Wash The Hose
Before you start working on the hose, get ready a sink you will use in cleaning your vacuum hose.
I will advise you to use an outside sink for hygienic purposes instead of using the kitchen sink. Add hot water and washing soap to the sink. Do not use a harsh detergent, especially if your vacuum hose is old or fragile.
Dip the vacuum hose inside the sink and let the soapy water move inside the hose, and make it flow through the length of the hose.
After that, using a few liters of water, prepare a mixture of three spoons of baking soda and two spoons of vinegar in a washbasin.
Hold both ends of the vacuum hose and pour the soapy water through one end. When you're done running the soapy water, give the hose a good shake for about 3 to 5 minutes.
After shaking off the soapy water:
- Dip the vacuum hose inside the mixture of the soda and vinegar you've prepared earlier.
- Allow the mixture to run inside the hose to clear off the dirt and debris trapped inside.
- Hold both ends of the hose again and shake it well so the mix can properly clear off the clogs inside.
After shaking the hose properly, release one end to pour the mixture into a separate sink. Insert the hose back into the hot water and swirl it around.
Give it another shake to remove any of the mix left inside. Run cold water through the length of the hose. Do that until the water coming out from the other end is clear.
Once you are sure that your vacuum hose is clean to your satisfaction, straighten its accordion segments to allow the inner parts to dry appropriately.
Using a soft cloth, wipe the outer part of the hose, making sure to reach those accordions where drops of water are likely to hide.
4. Dry The Hose
After cleaning your vacuum hose:
- Hang the stocking over a line or a rod in a cool, dry place.
- Don't use direct sunlight to dry the hose.
- Allow it to stay in that position for up to 48 hours for the inner parts to dry completely.
5. Reassemble
When your hose is completely dry, you can fix it back to its normal position on the shark vacuum cleaner.
After following the steps outlined above, I am confident your vacuum hose will come out perfect for its subsequent uses.
Remember that with the help of those cleaning agents mentioned above and the step-by-step guide on how to clean your vacuum hose, you will have your clogged vacuum hose working perfectly in no time.
The shark vacuum hose is essential in that they allow the smooth running of cleaning.
Another interesting fact about the shark vacuum hose is that it has operated actuators that help control the air conditioning and heating air distribution controls.