If your Henry Hoover has started to shake, vibrate, or sound strange, don’t ignore it. This is usually caused by a simple blockage, and while it might seem minor, leaving it can cause your motor to overheat, cut out, or even fail completely.
Luckily, this is a free fix you can do in just a few minutes.
Why Does Henry Start Shaking?
When there’s a blockage:
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Suction drops, but the motor keeps working overtime.
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The hose may shake, and sometimes even Henry’s “hat” rattles.
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The motor overheats, causing the thermal cut-out to trip.
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If left unresolved, you have a vacuum that doesn't suck and cuts out after a few minutes (ultimately never to turn on again)
Step 1 – Check the Suction at the Nose
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Remove Henry’s hose.
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Turn him on and test suction directly from the nose (snoot).
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If suction is weak here, you may have a blockage inside Henry's bag holder.
Step 2 – Test the Hose
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Reattach the hose.
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Switch Henry back on and test suction at the end of the hose.
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If suction is weak, the blockage is inside the hose.
👉 This is the most common cause of shaking.
Step 3 – Inspect the Pipes and Floor Tool
If suction is fine at the hose but Henry still shakes when you attach the pipes:
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Look through the metal extension pipes.
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Check the floor head for trapped dirt, socks, or debris.
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Clear any visible blockage.
Final Checks
Once cleared, Henry should:
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Run smoothly again.
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Sound normal (no rattling or shaking).
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Deliver full suction power without overheating.
Wrap-Up
A shaking Henry is almost always down to a simple blockage. By checking the hose, pipes, and floor tool in order, you’ll quickly find the cause and protect your Henry from unnecessary wear and tear.
👉 If your suction is still poor even after clearing blockages, see my other guide on suction problems for more solutions.
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