I pull the trigger the vac goes on for 5 seconds then off every time i turn it on
1832195
Same problem I had with my first one. If you call Dyson, they will have someone walk you through taking it all apart and cleaning it etc. I had already done this so I knew that wasn't the problem, but I did it again anyway. Still wasn't working. I finally returned it and got a new one. My new one actually stops occasionally too, but not like the old one. I'm not sure if you can still return it for a new one or not, but I would if you are able. Good luck.
1832196
Same thing happened to me. Maybe not after 5 seconds every time but it never stayed on for long. I replaced it with a Black and Decker that is 100% better. Stays on, good battery and better suction.
1832197
Could be a dead battery. Mine would last about 20-25 seconds and then die. Fixed when I replaced the battery.
1099955
It's not your battery. When the triggers only work for a few seconds or not at all, it is repair time and it isn't one a user can complete. I've run into this same issue and it involves electronics that you cannot access within the handles. It is quite infuriating. Sorry.
989243
Either you have an overloaded circuit, try different out in a different room to see if same happens, if so then your vacuum start up has a heavy draw, which could mean a motor issue.
1361806
The DC17 also has a reset switch . This is not that. Provided you are speaking soley the switch that turns the vac on and off, this one is the same in both Vacs. Part# DY-910971-01
2137425
I just bought one. Mines making the grinding sound as well when i let off the trigger.
1869031
The reach should automatically have suction if the vacuum is on and in the upright position. Sounds like your vacuum is malfunctioning. You should contact whoever you purchased it from or take it to a repair center.
1024150
The belt causes the brush roll to spin . Take off the bottom plate of the vac by un-screwing a few screws . examine your belt , it is either broken or really streched out . If that is not the case then you have a bearing problem in the actual agitator .
623641
Mine did that a few times and it was one defective unit (garage) that kept triggering the system. They are quite sensitive to any kind of debris. You should also use a vacuum every 6 months and suck out any dust build up of the sensors to help prevent this.
1214985
You have to hold the trigger button to release the steam. One the trigger is released the the steam will stop. I have sealed hardwood floors and ceramic tile in my apartment and after I use the steam mop I pass the white sock test and my floors feel clean when I walk bare footed
15107
Same answer here, the default is off. I have mine attached to my shop vac, where it works great by the way.
1412103
Yes, you must hold the trigger in order to keep the vac running. I have only Makita power tools in my garage, they make excellent products. This is the only tool from them that I was not happy with, as compared to their other 18v products it is simply under powered.
320200
Hold the OFF button until it shuts off. Wait 30 seconds and start it up again
1874156
There is no on-off button. When you plug in the power supply and connect the low voltage cord to the PM351 box, it is on. The power supply should be unplugged from the 120 VAC wall outlet when not in use.
1300913
I don't know but the gun is not even working it work for 5 seconds then stop
110414
I don't have a trigger either. I'll have it turned on at the back, then usually turn off the front button when I'm not using it.
2237100
Yes, I've had mine for five years, but I always run the vac till the battery is almost dead and then charge, you could have gotten a vac with bad batteries.
1321842
That is the 5 second timer. It will start up once you have made a connection.It can be triggered accidentally but is designed to prevent you over zapping yourself. !!