A cracked or collapsed hose is the most common reason a Mighty Mite stops picking up, and it is also the easiest thing to fix. This is the complete hose assembly for the Eureka Mighty Mite canister, supplied with the tool-end handle and the coupling that locks into the canister, so nothing has to be salvaged off the old hose. Owners and small cleaning outfits replace it rather than the machine because the Mighty Mite motor typically outlasts two or three hoses.
Built for these use cases
- Restoring suction on a Mighty Mite that has developed a split or pinhole in the hose
- Replacing a hose that has collapsed internally and restricts airflow even when it looks intact
- Above-floor cleaning routes where the hose is flexed constantly and wears out first
- Keeping a spare on hand so a hose failure does not take a machine out of service
- Refurbishing a used Mighty Mite bought secondhand
Fit and compatibility
The Mighty Mite hose is referenced as part 60289-1 and covers the canister family from the 3670 through the 3684, including the 3672, 3673, 3674, 3676, 3681, 3682 and 3683. Longer variants such as the 60289-7 appear on some later machines, so if your existing hose measures noticeably longer than the one you are replacing, check the number molded near the coupling. The assembly is sold complete and is not available as loose hose stock, because the coupling and the tool-end handle are molded to the hose rather than clamped on. If your machine is a Sanitaire-badged Mighty Mite, it uses the same hose as the Eureka version.
Specifications
- Part type: Complete hose assembly
- Includes: Hose, tool-end handle and canister coupling
- Fits: Eureka and Sanitaire Mighty Mite canister vacuums including 3670, 3672, 3673, 3674, 3676, 3681, 3682, 3683 and 3684
- Also referenced as: 60289-1
- Sold as: Complete assembly only, not as loose hose stock
Installation and care
- Check the bag and filter first, since both cause the same weak-suction symptom as a failed hose.
- Flex the old hose along its length and listen for air escaping, which locates a pinhole that is not visible.
- Unlock the coupling at the canister inlet and pull the hose straight out rather than twisting it.
- Seat the new coupling until it clicks and confirm it does not pull free under a firm tug.
- Store the machine with the hose coiled loosely rather than wrapped tight, since tight wraps are what crack the flex points.
Owners often replace a Mighty Mite when the real problem is a collapsed hose. The motors in these canisters are unusually long-lived for their price class, and a hose and a set of bags will typically bring a neglected machine back to full performance.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mighty Mite models does this hose fit?
It fits the Eureka and Sanitaire Mighty Mite canister line, including the 3670, 3672, 3673, 3674, 3676, 3681, 3682, 3683 and 3684. It is commonly referenced as part 60289-1.
Does it include the handle and the coupling?
Yes. It is sold as a complete assembly with the tool-end handle and the coupling that connects into the canister, so nothing has to be reused from the old hose.
My hose looks fine but suction is weak. Could it still be the hose?
Yes. Mighty Mite hoses can collapse internally or develop pinholes at the flex points near each end, neither of which is obvious from the outside. Check the filter and bag first, then the hose.
Can I repair a split hose instead?
Tape repairs rarely hold under vacuum and tend to reopen at the same flex point. Replacing the assembly is the reliable fix.
How do I install it?
Unlock the old hose coupling from the canister inlet, pull it out and seat the new coupling until it locks. No tools are needed.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized dealer with US-based support, and we stock the replacement parts and consumables that keep commercial cleaning equipment in service rather than in a corner. If you are not certain this is the right part for your machine, send us the model and serial number and our team will confirm the fit before you order.
