Govacuum.com introduces the Govacuum Video Series. In this introductory video, we show users how to make a simple belt repair on the Hoover Windtunnel Bagged Self-Propelled Vacuum. These Hoover Repairs can be tricky but with the proper guidance, these machines can be repaired yourself. In this detailed video, our product experts walks you through the basics of repairing your Hoover Windtunnel. If you have any more questions, feel free to email them to us! For more information on the parts needed to repair your Hoover, check out: www.govacuum.com For more information on govacuum, check out: www.govacuum.com
I have replaced my belt just like shown but when I try to vacuum the belt keeps slipping off or smoking, is there something I’m doing wrong? It also squeaks, does it need oil?
It sounds as if your roller brush may be going bad, or the pulley that the belt attaches to might be bad as well. The best thing for you to do would be to take out the roller brush, and hold the brush with your two pointer fingers, and try spinning the brush, if the brush doesn’t spin, then you’ll need to replace it, as the bearings have probably gone bad.
Thank you!
Great Video – thanks. How about another one showing how to adjust the self-propelled cable controller and/or replacing the actuator arm, if necessary. Also, a video on how to replace the handle release/lock. TNX
Thank you it helped me greatly.
This helped us out a lot. Thanks!
This video is AMAZING. It was very clear on what parts you needed and how to replace them. Thank you for this video!
You saved me A LOT of money and time-I was about to go buy a new vacuum until I saw this-THANKS!
Excellent video, thanks!
thank you so very much!!! My son and I were struggling to replace the belts until we saw your video!!!
Man, you guys are effin’ BEST!!! Last time I got my vacuum repaired, cost $65. Now I can do this myself. I want to donate money to you guys. *haha*
Just wanted to say thanks. I just replaced my Hoover Wind Tunnel belt–without the manuel– thanks to you guys! I didn’t realize you could slip the belt under the pin…I kept looking for a way into the motor casing…so thank you!
My husband and I fiddled with our vacuum for half an hour before I suggested we try youtube. We had out screwdrivers, needle nose pliers, you name it…trying to get that damn belt on. I want your address so I can send you some cookies. 🙂
The belt replacement video is grat1
I would like a video on how to get to the embedded dirt sensor to fix it. Ours stays red all the darned time.
I’ve read the sensor is actually a microphone that listens for dirt bouncing around, but that the mic can come loose.
If you have time to show me how, I’m game to operate on this vacuum.
Thanks so much! I went through the process on my own before finding your video and I couldn’t figure out why it still didn’t work! Was SO relieved when you showed the old belt’s worn/stretchiness, GREAT VIDEO!
Greetings. We will see if we can get a video done on this repair. The dirt sensor is actually a smaller laser type instrument that is in the hose of the vacuum cleaner. When dirt passes by this laser, it turns red indicating that the machine is picking up dirt. If yours is continuously showing red then you must have some small dirt or debris stuck on the laser in the hose. You’ll need to pretty much disassemble the entire vacuum, and I would recommend to take it in to a repair shop.
What the HELL?! These “WindTunnels” are supposed to have MULTIPLE CHANNELS like a Kirby! Directly in the MIDDLE of the vacuum!
You know, like Hoover says?
Isn’t that what “WindTunnel” technology is supposed to be?
Thanks so much. I have been saved.
Thank you, thank you! I struggled for an hour trying to replace the belt. After watching your video I was done in less than a minute.
I am delighted to have watched this excellent video, changed the belts and roller on my wind tunnel and saved almost 100$ in service and parts. Thanks soooo much. I feel like I have a new vacuum!!!!!!
This is so GREAT! I feel so EMPOWERED! Thank you so much for taking the time to help us!
Great DIY. I’ll be ordering my parts later on today. My belts started smoking the last time I used it. Today I did a quick vacuum and there was the smell and then the smoke! You guys got it going on.
Thank you so much. You are the bomb!
Thank you so much for posting this video. My husband wanted to take our vacuum to the repair shop, but I now feel confident that I can fix the problem myself.
Man, you are awesome.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You