How to fit a BEP ( Bent End Piece) to a vacuum cleaner hose.
Posted by Michael Sansom on
Replacement BEP’s are only compatible with standard vacuum cleaner hoses and are not compatible with switch hoses with wiring in the hose.
Tools required – Small flat blade screw driver and a sharp knife.
1. Remove the existing handle from your vacuum hose by releasing the clip ring at the bottom of the hose handle. To remove the clip ring, press the two recessed clips with a small screwdriver.
Unscrew the old cuff clockwise.
If the old cuff is glued to the hose or the hose is split near the handle, cut the hose behind the cuff or split using a sharp knife. Ensure the cut is perpendicular (not angled).
2. Slide the new clip ring over the end of the hose as shown.
3. Screw the new adaptor cuff to the end of the hose. The cuff screws onto the hose anticlockwise.
3b. This step is Optional – before screwing the cuff into position, put a small amount of contact adhesive glue about 10mm from the end of the hose as this will prevent the cuff from gradually unscrewing from the hose during normal use. Clean any excess glue off the cuff and hose to ensure that the new handle can swivel on the hose.
4. Slide the end of the hose fitted with the cuff into the bottom of the new BEP.
5. Push the clip ring against the rear of the handle and press so that the two clips snap into place.
Your new vacuum cleaner hose handle is now ready for use.