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If it smells like burnt rubber, the belt needs to be replaced. Be sure to check the beater brush for hair, especially toward the ends. Buildup can limit the brush's ability to spin freely and may cause the belt to burn. If it smells like wet dog, that's the price cleaning after stinky pets.

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