Shark Navigator Lightweight Upright Brush Head Replacement

Introduction

Brush heads are prone to collecting debris and unwanted material. This guide will show you how to properly access and remove the brush head.

Tools Needed

• ? JIS #1 (1)
• iFixit Opening Tools (1)
• Metal Spudger (1)

Step 1 — Head Shell

Detach the hose connected on the bottom of the vacuum by pulling it out of the casing.

Step 2

Lay the vacuum on its side.

Press in the black, rubberish button located on the back of the vacuum to detach the vacuum head from the body.

Step 3

Flip over the vacuum head so the brush head is facing up.

Step 4

Remove the small front wheels with a metal spudger by inserting the metal spudger in front of the wheel and slowly prying up. This will free the wheel and reveal the screw beneath it.

Repeat this for the other wheel.

Step 5

Remove the two 18mm screws with a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 6

Remove the four 18mm screws located on the top corners and the bottom/middle of the vacuum head using a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 7

Remove the two 18mm screws located on the inside of the large wheels using a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 8

Remove the plastic cover by prying the plastic cover up using a plastic opening tool.

✔️ Prying in multiple locations may be necessary to create separation.

Step 9 — Brush Head

Remove the belt, found on the right hand side, from the motor gear.

Step 10

Lift up the brush head from the plastic housing; slight force may be needed.

Remove the band from the brush head.

Step 11

Remove the plastic caps on each end of the brush head.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.