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Dyson Models => Dyson DC14, DC17, DC27, DC28 and DC33 => Topic started by: mfuester on May 05, 2017, 03:56:32 pm

Title: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: mfuester on May 05, 2017, 03:56:32 pm

I am new and I was wondering if anyone could help me with a dc14 repair question. The red tab (that secures the cyclone canister to the frame and push to disconnect the canister from the frame) is broken, along with a part of the gray plastic frame that holds the tab in place. Is there any way I can repair this? I found a replacement for the red tab, but I don't know how I would go about repairing the broken part on the frame. I have included a photo to try to show, since I am not good at describing it.

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: GeorgeJ on May 05, 2017, 04:15:48 pm

Personally, I'd fill that with epoxy and drill out the clip hole (dremel with a 90 degree bend attachment).  It'll be ugly, but strong.  Be sure to sand the area really good first to get a decent bond.

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: mfuester on May 05, 2017, 04:51:55 pm

Thanks for responding so quickly George! I suspect that is my only option. I wouldn't have thought of that without your suggestion. Thanks again, much appreciated.

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: GeorgeJ on May 05, 2017, 06:02:28 pm

No problem, I hope it works for you.

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: beko1987 on May 06, 2017, 07:02:53 pm

I'd go for some kind of home made repair, although whole chassis are very cheap, but you'll have to follow one of my rebuild threads to change it!

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: GeorgeJ on May 06, 2017, 07:57:54 pm

I suggested a homemade repair, Beko!  :'( >:( :))

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: beko1987 on May 06, 2017, 08:05:31 pm

I know, I was agreeing with you!

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: Madrat on May 06, 2017, 08:26:51 pm

now boys calm down

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: beko1987 on May 06, 2017, 08:28:25 pm

The only issue you might have with a high quality bodge is it breaking as you refit the latch. That's usually where mine go wrong...

Title: Re: DC14 Broken Part
Post by: bluebumble485 on May 07, 2017, 08:43:16 am

glad the guys have sorted you out well done  :thumbsup: