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iRobot Roomba 530: My Roomba 530 says charging error 5 & flashes red, how do I fix this?

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 11:05:30 -0700

When charging my Roomba 530 it initially flashes amber but after 20 minutes or so then says ‘charging error 5’ & flashes red. The wheels run freely and there are no issues with the docking station. This occurs whether charging via the docking station or independently, how do I resolve the problem?

⟐ Edited dezembro 29, 2023 at 11:05 GMT-7

Bissell SpotBot Pet Repair: Bissell SpotBot’s excessive water/detergent for each use

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 14:02:27 -0700

Our reliable Spotbot suddenly uses 7/8 of the cleaner/water for just one job. Besides needing a refill for each use, it soaks the carpet and doesn’t suck up the extra moisture. Help!

Vacuum Cleaner: My ergorapido keeps shutting off

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 16:21:08 -0700

My 3 year old Electrolux stick vac , keeps shutting off. After a few times it switches to low speed and then it stays on until the job is done. Any idea how to solve this problem? Do I have to replace the batteries ? Thanks.

⟐ Commented julho 15, 2018 at 16:21 GMT-7

Shark Navigator Freestyle SV1106: How to replace on-off switch on the Shark Navigator Freestyle SV1106

Tue, 29 May 2018 08:43:45 -0700

How do you replace the on-off switch on the Shark Navigator Freestyle SV1106. The switch no longer clicks on with foot pressure. Also where can you buy replacement switches?

Yujin Robot iCLEBO Arte: C2 Error - can't detect the floor

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 09:25:08 -0700

I have a iClebo robot vacuum and for months now it won't clean and just gives me the C2 error - that it can't detect the floor. I have followed all the trouble shooting in the manual but am still having a problem It is just over a year old.

Shark Rotator NV502: How do I remove the power switch

Sat, 21 Oct 2017 07:43:37 -0700

How do I replace the power switch , not sure how to remove it

Dyson V6 Motorhead: How to change filter behind motor?

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 19:20:42 -0700

My son accidentally used the vacuum on a liquid. I cleaned out everything immediately including the prefilter but there is an odor coming out when I use the vacuum. I'm guessing it's from the black filter at the back of the motor. How can I remove it for cleaning or replacement?

McCulloch MC-1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner: Why will machine not heat but powers on

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 13:39:35 -0700

Mine will show power light on but heating light off and no heat please help!!

Dyson DC14: Why won't the dust collecting bin latch firmly to the main unit?

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 14:19:17 -0700

After emptying the dust bin, the bin will no longer latch firmly into main unit. Seems to be some vertical slack preventing sitting at the right height on the base.

Deebot T8: Deebot is charging but battery level didn't increase

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:12:55 -0700

I had a problem with my Deebot. First the battery level stayed at 60%, it is charging (the app told me it is charging and the button is flashing). but the battery level didn't increase. After using the bot to clean the floor the level is 10%. Again it keeps loading but the battery level didn't increase.
So i replaced the battery with a new one. This one was charged 70% from factory but now i see the same thing happen, it is charging now for a few hours but the level still is 70%.
Does anyone know this issue? I hope someone can help me!

⟐ Commented setembro 18, 2025 at 1:12 GMT-7

iRobot Roomba 655 Pet Series: Why does my Roomba vacuum makes a ticking noise while its charging?

Sat, 10 May 2025 13:40:07 -0700

I charge my Roomba Pet Series vacuum cleaner nightly. Just a couple nights ago it started making a ticking noise while it charges. Its not very loud, but I am wondering if it is harmful to the robot, or if it could have potential danger.

⟐ Commented maio 10, 2025 at 13:40 GMT-7

Irobot Roomba 980: Trash bin sensor broken

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:06:46 -0700

The small shiny metal bumper inside the trash bin housing has broken so the bin and roomba are not in agreement that the bin is installed. How do I get a new bumper installed?

⟐ Answered março 23, 2025 at 5:06 GMT-7

Dyson V11 Torque Drive: Others seeing issues with Dyson V11 power switch?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:11:15 -0700

Getting ready to open up the V11 as the NO intermittent power switch trigger is having issues and will occasionally not turn OFF when released (in contrast to some of the earlier Dyson model reported issues). This appears to be a bad switch/connection under the red trigger button as it could be silenced by pressing to the side (which may have helped kick the button back up underneath). I am simply trying to do my homework here to see if this was a common issue or an anomaly, in case there was anything more nefarious that had been seen or reported by others.

Many thanks!

-G

⟐ Commented dezembro 02, 2025 at 20:11 GMT-7

Dyson DC35: Dyson DC35 Stalling Repeatedly

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:27:07 -0700

This vacuum has a clean filter, clean brush, clear canister, charged battery. No matter what I do, it only works for about ten seconds before it shuts off, then I can start it again, but the cycle continues with it stalling, and stalling.

⟐ Commented agosto 02, 2025 at 9:27 GMT-7

Bissell Vacuum: Why is my vacuum cleaner blowing instead of sucking?

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:41:29 -0700

I have a bissel 3510-W style 2 vacuum cleaner. It was working fine but after my son did something with it, it now blows instead of sucking and I have no idea why and of course, my son has no idea what he did (teenagers!) Thank you in advance!

⟐ Commented março 06, 2025 at 6:41 GMT-7

Electrolux Vacuum: How can I revive a cordless Electrolux stickvac?

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:52:23 -0700

I own an Electrolux,Pronto 2in1 cordless vacuum,after one year of occasional use, the suction is very poor and it doesn't last very long.

⟐ Commented fevereiro 24, 2025 at 7:52 GMT-7

Shark Navigator Repair: How much does a motor cost for a Shark Navigator vacuum?

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 02:07:17 -0700

How much does a motor cost for a Shark Navigator vacuum?

⟐ Answered agosto 29, 2023 at 2:07 GMT-7

iRobot Roomba 655 Pet Series: Roomba schedule not working

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 11:05:50 -0700

I've had my roomba for about 2 months, and have a Monday-Friday schedule set up for it. Suddenly last week it just stopped going according to the schedule. It still works fine if I press the clean button, but it won't go automatically as per the schedule. What should I do?

⟐ Edited dezembro 29, 2023 at 11:05 GMT-7

Shark Navigator Repair: Roller brush doesn’t turn - Shark Lift-Away brand

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:12:48 -0700

I have a Shark Lift-Away, the brush has stopped turning. I have cleaned it, etc.

⟐ Answered janeiro 14, 2026 at 10:12 GMT-7

Dyson Vacuum: Dyson SV04 battery rebuild

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:58:47 -0700

My Dyson SV04 does goes on and off when I try to vacuum but stays on if I just turn it on without vacuuming anything. I think that it’s a bad battery. I need to know how to take apart the battery pack and replace the individual cells.

⟐ Answered dezembro 21, 2025 at 15:58 GMT-7