Whirlpool
Canister Vacuum

Model #FC9000XM1 Official Whirlpool canister vacuum

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Whirlpool FC9000XM1 canister vacuum, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Vacuum Switch#43

Vacuum cleaner Diagram

Vacuum switch

Part #744931

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Vacuum Beater Bar (Red)#27

Powerbrush Diagram

Vacuum beater bar (red)

Part #743419

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Washer, 12 X 5#29

Powerbrush Diagram

Washer, 12 x 5

Part #681424

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Screw (Silver)#25

Powerbrush Diagram

Screw (silver)

Part #681605

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Motor#48

Powerbrush Diagram

Motor

Part #705292

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

PLUG, MALE#8

Hose and attachments Diagram

Plug, male

Part #744171

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

INSULATOR, PLUG#38

Vacuum cleaner Diagram

Insulator, plug

Part #596794

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Cord Rewind Button#23

Vacuum cleaner Diagram

Cord rewind button

Part #744060

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Exhaust Cover#3

Vacuum cleaner Diagram

Exhaust cover

Part #744061

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Elbow Assembly#47

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Elbow assembly

Part #744079

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Symptoms common to all vacuum cleaners

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Main causes: damaged vacuum hose, clogged motor air filter, bad suction motor
Main causes: broken drive belt, damaged brush roll, tripped brush roll motor overload, bad brush roll motor, wiring failure
Main causes: lack of power, bad power cord, drive motor failure, wiring failure
Main causes: weak suction motor, vacuum bag is full, clog in suction air path, dirty exhaust filter, leaky vacuum hose

Repair guides for canister vacuums

How to replace a vacuum power head ribbed drive belt

Some canister vacuums have a ribbed drive belt that spins the brush roll on a power brush attachment. If the brush roll slips, you can replace it using these instructions.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
July 1, 2013
By Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a vacuum suction motor

The suction motor on a vacuum creates the draw of air at the cleaning head that picks up dirt. If the vacuum won't run, give it a new life by replacing the suction motor. These steps explain how.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
July 1, 2013
By Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a vacuum beater bar

Replace the brush roll if the bristles ares worn or the cylinder is damaged.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less

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