Kirby - transmission selector switch

[countryguy]

I have an Ultimate G - Diamond Edition. I was vacuuming a couple days ago and the selector switch just dropped on the floor. I watched a video on youtube on how to take the machine apart and solve the problem. The guy used a hacksaw to make a small indentation on the end of the selector switch shaft and then used a c-clip to hold it in place. I ended up doing the same thing but I'm wondering how is the switch held in place in the first place?

Thanks,
Gary

 

[sptyks]

Countryguy,


 


You are supposed to replace the switch and Bracket Cam assembly at the same time with new parts. Here are the proper instructions for the repair:


 


https://www.goodvac.com/kb_results.asp?ID=16

 


 

 

[countryguy]

Those instructions are the same as the ones I followed in the video. By making a notch in the selector switch and using a c-clamp, there was no need for any new parts.