Dyson DC01 Cable repair
If the dyson vacuum suddenly stops working or sparks appear near the top of the cable where it enters the body of the vacuum it will almost certainly be a broken mains cable.
It would be wise to replace the full cable for this repair as it is not only easier but as the original cable is very old now it would probably be unsafe.
As usual its safety first make sure its not plugged in and if unsure get professional help
Tools needed and other information
T15 screwdriver, small flat blade screwdriver,crimping tool and crimps.
As you can see this repair involves crimping a new spade connector to the cable, please ensure the crimped spade is secure before you finish.
First unclip the dust bin off the vacuum
Now unlatch the wand and unsure its left unlatched
Now very slowly pull the cyclone up this will dislocate it from the two plastic bumps that hold it. The wand must stay clear as not doing so may cause damage. Also if you rush this the plastic will start to crack watch the areas in the red circle
Gently does it and away the cyclone comes
One T15 screw to remove and then remove the plastic cover
This is what you should see - please excuse blurry photo!
Now unscrew the cable retainer this is a T15 screw again also unscrew the blue neutral from its block connector and pull the spade off the switch. The cable grip is circled - again im sorry for this blurry photo
This is what you should be left with.
Now using your old cable as a guide make your new cable exactly the same without crimping the spade on yet.
Thread the new cable through the entry hole first then crimp the new spade onto the wire. Next connect everything together making sure the switch is housed correctly etc
Put the plastic cover back making sure no wires are trapped and screw it back up
Gently push the cyclone back into position and put dust bin back
Make sure the button works , test vacuum.
As always please perform a PAT test after any repair work.
If you have any comments on this guide please email me