Vacuum Cleaner: Why won't my vacuum cleaner turn on?
Lack of power, a bad power cord, failed drive motor or broken wires in the vacuum hose can prevent the vacuum cleaner from starting.
Make sure the electrical outlet that you're using for the vacuum cleaner works. Try using a different outlet if you suspect that the outlet you're using is dead. If the vacuum cleaner still won't start, make sure the outlet has power by plugging a lamp or small appliance into the outlet. If the outlet is dead, reset the house circuit breaker for the outlet. If the outlet still won't work, have an electrician repair the outlet.
If the vacuum cleaner won't turn on and you know the electrical outlet is okay, check the power cord and replace it if damaged.
If the suction motor won't run when activated, replace the suction motor.
In a canister vacuum cleaner, check the vacuum hose for damage because the hose has integrated wires that carry current from the power switch to the suction motor relay. A torn hose can cause a break in the wires-interrupting current traveling through the hose to the suction motor relay and preventing the suction motor from starting. Replace the vacuum hose if it's torn or damaged because wires inside the hose are could be broken.
THESE REPAIRS MAY HELP SOLVE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER PROBLEM

Replace the vacuum suction motor
The suction motor rotates the fan that creates suction by moving air from the intake at the cleaning head to the dirt collection chamber. If the motor doesn't create suction or doesn't run at all, replace it.
Vacuum suction motor

How to replace a vacuum suction motor
If your vacuum loses suction and the hose and nozzle aren't clogged, the vacuum cleaner might need a new suction motor. The suction motor could also be the problem if the vacuum won't run at all. This easy-to-follow repair guide explains how to replace a canister vacuum suction motor in 30 minutes or less.

Replace the vacuum hose
The vacuum cleaner hose is constructed of reinforced vinyl. It sometimes has wires integrated into the hose. If the hose is torn or the integrated wires are broken, replace the hose.
Vacuum hose
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