Why is my Dirt Devil Vacuum Cleaner blowing out air instead of sucking it up? I've checked the belt, and it's wearing out, but not broken. I've checked the brush, and removed all debris. I've checked the hoses and cleared clogs. I've cleaned out all debris, but it's still blowing out air instead of sucking up! Dirt Devil, model 086420, made in 99. My dad gave it to me, and I don't have a manual. Can't find anything online....

Trish, October 2008

First, the vacuum always blows out air. Second, change the belt and test it again. Third, check to make sure the paper bag is not sandwiched in between the bag housing and the bag cover. Fourth make sure the hose is pushed all the way in the lower hose area. If none of these things fixes it, I've heard Dyson makes an awesome vacuum... Good luck matey!

www.bobsroswellvacuum.com, October 2008