How to Replace a Power Cord on a Shark Vacuum

We all know that you should not vacuum over a power cord, pull the cord around corners or close a door on the power cord of our beloved Shark vacuum.

But accidents happen all the time but you should not use a vacuum cleaner with a damaged power cord.

It is wise to inspect the power cord during the monthly maintenance of your shark vacuum. If you notice damages to your power cord, it is unnecessary to go out and buy a new vacuum cleaner. Just remove the entire power cord and replace it with a newly bought power cord for your vacuum model, such as one for a Shark Navigator.

You might wonder if it is difficult and complicated to replace a vacuum power cord.

In this article, we will provide you with a guide for how to replace a power cord on a shark vacuum. We also provide you with potential hazards a damaged power cord can cause and give you options for a shark vacuum replacement power cord.

Before we go through the steps for replacing a damaged or old vacuum cleaner power cord, we will discuss the hazards of using a damaged cord.

Hazards of a damaged power cord

It is common not to notice a cut, tear, or even bite marks by our adorable puppy on a vacuum cleaner power cord. However, operating a vacuum cleaner with exposed wires can be extremely dangerous, causing an electrical shock or a house fire.

As soon as you notice the damaged cord or if you feel a mild shock while operating the vacuum cleaner. Turn it off Shark Rotator vacuum and repair or replace the power cord.

There are three straightforward steps for you to follow in replacing the entire power cord of your shark vacuum cleaner.
  • Do power cord replacement preparation
  • Remove the old power cord
  • Connect the new power cord

1. Replacement cord preparation

Before you can replace a power cord on your Shark vacuum cleaner, there are steps to follow:

  • Search for a shark rotator or a shark navigator lift away replacement cord. Be sure the new power cord you buy is identical to the original or is at least the same thickness.
  • Choose an option of replacement
  • A Shark vacuum repair shop
  • A DIY project.

Repair Shop for Shark vacuum cleaners

The easiest way for how to replace a power cord on a shark vacuum is by taking your vacuum cleaner to a repair shop nearby. Search and find the number and location of the nearest trustworthy vacuum repair shop. Give them the model number of your Shark cleaner and request a quote. The average vacuum power cord replacement cost is usually between $15-$30, excluding a replacement cord for shark vacuum.

Replacing a Shark vacuum power cord as a DIY project

If you have decided to perform a shark rotator vacuum cord replacement at home and on your own. Be sure to know how a power cord is connected to your vacuum cleaner. It is also wise to know how to disconnect old wires and reconnect new wires of the power cord correctly.

To prepare yourself to perform the task

  • Gather the proper tools you will need to disassemble your Shark vacuum cleaner, such as screwdrivers, wire cutter, and pliers
  • Setup an area for you to work on, preferably a table
  • On a section of the table lay an old cloth or towel down for you to place parts in order as you remove them
  • On another section of the table, have all the tools laid out and ready to use
  • Grab yourself a piece of paper and a pencil or pen.

2. Removing the old power cord

  • Start by removing parts such as the dirt canister, filters, brush, and roller for better access to the motor and power cord
  • Remove all the screws from the bottom cover to gain access to the connectors of the power cord
  • Remember to take notes of what goes where, as it will make reassembling easier
  • Once the outer cover is off, you will see another guard plate holding the wires in place with more screws for you to remove
  • Before you do anything else, draw a simple diagram of how the wires are connected to the motor
  • Loosen the power cord by loosening the little screws
  • Take your wire cutters and clip the wires at the further point
  • You should be able to pull the old power cord-free from your vacuum cleaner.

3. Connecting the new Power Cord

Connecting and attaching the new power cord is not a hard task. All you need to do is copy the exact way your wires were connected to the motor with the old power cord from the sketches you drew earlier.

  • Place the sketches in an area next to your vacuum so that have a visual.
  • Grab hold of new power cord and line up the wires with the motor wires
  • Use the clips, fasteners, and screws from the damaged cord on the new cord to hold the cord in place
  • Take a sharp knife and strip the insulated cover on the end of the power cord by 1 inch to expose the wires. Be careful not to cut the wires.
  • Join the color-coded power cord wires with the matching motor wires by twisting them together with pliers. Follow your sketches.
  • Attach the wire fasteners or clips you removed when removing the old cord
  • Push the motor wires back into place
  • Insert the inner screws and attach the fasteners and tighten
  • Ensure the new power cord is in the same position as the old cord
  • Place the bottom cover to your shark vacuum cleaner and insert all the screws
  • Reassemble all other parts that you removed to access the motor, for example, the filters, dust canister, and brush roller.

How to replace a power cord on a shark vacuum can be a straightforward project. You can either find a nearby trustworthy Shark vacuum cleaner repair shop or follow the simple steps we provide you within this article.

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