johnmeyer
Member
I have a Miele model S248i canister vacuum that I purchased in the mid-1990s. It is in great shape.
However, it now does not turn on every time.
I took it apart and tested all the usual things, such as continuity through the cord, on/off switch, etc. and they are all in perfect shape. I then noticed that one of the carbon brushes was quite rounded at the edge. I dismounted the brush assembly and found that there is less than 1/16 of an inch of carbon left in the spring-loaded carrier.
So, the brush is shot, and is obviously the cause of the problem.
The reason I am posting is that I cannot find any source in this country (USA) that carries replacement brushes for any Miele vacuum cleaner. I have tried to find a generic replacement, and some sites indirectly seem to suggest that Ametek Lamb may have a replacement, but on further inspection, I am certain that the motor in my vacuum cleaner is German-made, and that these non-Miele brushes may not work.
So, if anyone has any clue where I might find a replacement, I'd very much appreciate your help.
However, it now does not turn on every time.
I took it apart and tested all the usual things, such as continuity through the cord, on/off switch, etc. and they are all in perfect shape. I then noticed that one of the carbon brushes was quite rounded at the edge. I dismounted the brush assembly and found that there is less than 1/16 of an inch of carbon left in the spring-loaded carrier.
So, the brush is shot, and is obviously the cause of the problem.
The reason I am posting is that I cannot find any source in this country (USA) that carries replacement brushes for any Miele vacuum cleaner. I have tried to find a generic replacement, and some sites indirectly seem to suggest that Ametek Lamb may have a replacement, but on further inspection, I am certain that the motor in my vacuum cleaner is German-made, and that these non-Miele brushes may not work.
So, if anyone has any clue where I might find a replacement, I'd very much appreciate your help.