Is it ok to post a maintenance question?

[bdp31770]

Hi - I have a question about a Miele part that has come loose and wanted to see how important it is or how to fix it. Before adding pics and specifics though I wanted to make sure this was allowed. Thank you for any feedback.

 

[countryguy]

Yes it is OK to post.

 

[bdp31770]

Adding to it here...

It's a Miele, and the rubber or plastic flap came loose, and it's hard to put back in. So I was wondering how important it is to have it in the vaccum, if it can do ok without?

 

[lesinutah]

Uh

Where did the piece come from. I haven't been blessed with a Miele and a pic or description would be needed.
Les

 

[oreck_xl]

Purely cosmetic

That cover is just a trim panel that pivots back and forth as the handle is raised and lowered. I don't think it could be reinstalled correctly without pulling the machine apart. But no, it won't affect the functionality at all.

 

[vacuumdevil]

Sometimes you can pop that back in the machine has to be lying flat.
that can come out if you accidentally hit the machine on something going to low.

Personally I would leave it out it's purely cosmetic .