My vacuum cleaner just stopped working, out of the blue. What could be the issue? Is there a power shortage, and if so, what can I do to fix it?
238121
Mine did the same thing. I just got a new one... never liked it anyway. I got a wireless Hoover that I'm in love with.
238122
I had similar issues myself. I just messed with the cord a whole and it started back working. This was a waste of my money.
238123
Its a Suction issue. Haven't had this vacuum for 1 yr & its already useless. Local Repair recommends to buy new over repairing. I'm going back to bagged vacuums, This bag less concept has been a nightmare from the getgo
120425
I recently had a problem as well. The battery started not to fully charge. I purchased a new battery and it was better but, it still does not fully charge. I don't know if it is the battery, the charger, or perhaps the vacuum itself. In your case, it sounds like the charger maybe defective because it is has been my experience the charger only flashes (blue light) when the battery is in the cradle. I would order a new charger and battery (if the battery is old) or first replace the charger and see what happens. Good luck!
1024152
I've had my vacuum for about a year now. I bought the 1st vacuum like this one 2yrs ago and returned it while under warranty because the brush unit stopped spinning even though the vacuum was still sucking air. I purchase a 2nd one after that and here I am a year after that and again this vacuum has stopped working. Same problem. Is there an easy fix? I see that the belts are available through Amazon, but I don't want to order this part unless this will absolutely fix the problem. I actually like this vacuum and am disappointed that it stopped working. Any advice?
539949
With sandpaper off the pad turn on the unit. You should some if the vacuum channels or clogged. Recommend to shop a vacuum the sander after use. That way when you want to use again, it is ready to go.
781181
I would pull your old unit out and look at it. Find out RPM most are 1 or 4. #2 check rotation, this is easily reversible. If it has an elongated shaft for a fan on the back. I've found that the dim's of the chassis are pretty generic. Also check your vacuum switch. That's what the rubber hose is going to. If you think the switch might be the only problem. Jump the wires across to bypass switch. If motor works you need to blow out or replace switch.
747964
I had the same problem--the shredder stopped working, and the power light wouldn't come on. I saw Ed Barrington's answer about the safety tab inside the basket. My tab was still there, but when I *removed the plastic bag* that I was using to line the shredder, the machine came on and started working again. Thanks, Ed!
1806658
I'm also in the same problem. Anyone have A home repair solution? Prior to this I had the power on problem which was solved by upgrading some blown capacitors.
2237288
Well, something like that happened to me. After a couple of uses and tow charges, it would not work again, only a green light on and a light noise. Nothing to be done. I contacted Sharkk, and they replaced it at no cost. Quick reponse.
1136269
The red "on" switch has to be held up the entire time the vacuum services are required. Once released, the vacuum does not continue functioning. I've checked the instruction pamphlet several times but am unable to find anything to the contrary.
1554854
what is it that does not work on your steam vacuums? It is very hard to help with an answer to your question when I do not know what is wrong. Have you tried contacting the company. Webb site http://www.sharkclean.com/cgi-bin/livew/site.w?location=mcopy.w&mcopy;=customerSupport&target;=main&frames;=no&sponsor;=000006. Phone number 1-800-798-7398 Mon-Sat 7am-11pm Sunday 9am-8pm. Make sure to have your model number when you call. I hope this helps.
1847179
Your battery may not be dead! IT'S PROBABLY THE CHARGER. I purchased a second battery so we can always have power regardless and found that the charger was just not charging. I unplug the charger for about one minute and plug back in. It then will fully charge the batteries. There are many times I don't get a full charge and unplugging the charger and allowing it to reset works every time. We use the vacuum daily and the original battery is at least five years old and works just fine even today. IT'S PROBABLY THE CHARGER.
1833564
my battery also stopped charging after less than a year. I love the vacuum but now need another on because it will charge continuously and wont work but 30 seconds till it cuts off. Very frustrating. in the beginning it worked great but now just frustrates me.
1608307
I have the same problem. All this vacuum is good for is touch up cleaning. Not powerful enough for anything else.
989244
It sounds like you have a real problem with either the outlet or your vacuum. Try different outlet and if same result have qualified person check out your vacuum immediately.
688283
Contact Dyson. Mine was on the recall list. Dyson sent me all the info I need to return the unit to them. I brought my unit (unpacked) to the local UPS office. They packed it and sent it to Dyson (no charge to me). In about a month, Dyson sent me the repaired unit (again, no charge to me).
1694081
I'm sorry, but we've only been using it for about a week. I can say that in the last week, we have had that same issue. I was hoping it was just am issue with the vacuum getting to know its surroundings, but it seems like that may not be it.
708883
Must be. Like you, I had one for many many years and it did everything I needed and more. It finally died and went to vacuum heaven. I was going to buy this new version until I saw the reviews. Now I don't know what to do.