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This just started. After running just fine, and running completely out of battery "juice", I recharged the battery and set the Roomba down in another room. I started it up, it ran to a wall, bumped and immediately the battery light went red. When I put it back in the charger, it went green in less than 1 minute. I ran it again and it bumped into something, backed up and went red. I took out the battery pack, cleaned the contacts and some dust/lint, popped it back in and the light went green. Restarted and the same result.
Any ideas?
Same thing here. This vac is 3 years old, has had the firmware upgrade. I've cleaned EVERYTHING on it, and ran the 21 diagonostics, which found only the left tachometer to be in fault mode. But the new firmware is (supposedly) designe to ignore the tachometer reads on this model. In the diagnostic mode, ALL other features work perfectly, backing, RT, LT, brushes, vac, etc. But in normal cleaning mode (SPOT, CLEAN, or MAX) the machine moves about 2 inches, stops and shows a RED power light and orange status. HELP!Same thing here. This vac is 3 years old, has had the firmware upgrade. I've cleaned EVERYTHING on it, and ran the 21 diagonostics, which found only the left tachometer to be in fault mode. But the new firmware is (supposedly) designe to ignore the tachometer reads on this model. In the diagnostic mode, ALL other features work perfectly, backing, RT, LT, brushes, vac, etc. But in normal cleaning mode (SPOT, CLEAN, or MAX) the machine moves about 2 inches, stops and shows a RED power light and orange status. HELP!
AnonymousOct 12, 2008
I have the same problem. I'm hesitant to throw money at a new battery when I'm not completely sure that is the problem.I have the same problem. I'm hesitant to throw money at a new battery when I'm not completely sure that is the problem.
Same problem here. I was going to order a new battery because I read somewhere else that there is a problem with Roomba brand batteries in how they are wired, and after charging and recharging over a year it dies. BUT, I don't want to spend the money unless I know that is the problem...Same problem here. I was going to order a new battery because I read somewhere else that there is a problem with Roomba brand batteries in how they are wired, and after charging and recharging over a year it dies. BUT, I don't want to spend the money unless I know that is the problem...
I have the same problem. I discharged the battery fully, then recharged, but when I turn it on it immediately turns red and stops. Is it the battery?I have the same problem. I discharged the battery fully, then recharged, but when I turn it on it immediately turns red and stops. Is it the battery?
AnonymousNov 22, 2008
Same problem. Charge. Light Green. Turn it on. Press Clean. Runs several seconds backward and then immediately shuts off, giving the low battery sound.Same problem. Charge. Light Green. Turn it on. Press Clean. Runs several seconds backward and then immediately shuts off, giving the low battery sound.
iRobot Roomba 4210 Bagless Robotic Vacuum went under sofa after only 15 minutes and gave a status alarm and power light went red. My machine came with no manual. It's brand new. Guess I'll have to return it for one with paperwork. Can tell it has been used.
iRobot Roomba 4210 Bagless Robotic Vacuum went under sofa after only 15 minutes and gave a status alarm and power light went red. My machine came with no manual. It's brand new. Guess I'll have to return it for one with paperwork. Can tell it has been used.
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I retired from fixing battery powered cleaning equipment a few years ago. The problem with wireless is that the batteries don't hold up. They will work fine for a few weeks- then they start to run out of juice after only a few min. On most rechargeables if you don't run them down completely, they only charge to the point you last put it on the charger (It's called battery memory). I personally think the rechargeables are a waist of money, and, when the batteries start to go- are frustrating. Just get an upright, with a side hose. I've got two at home that are over 20 years old. I only had to change the beater bar brush and belt twice in that time. No more than $150 bucks should be your price point for a vacuum used at your own home.
When the batteries fail they typically do not accept and hold a charge which is the problem you now have.
If you can purchase a replacement battery, and as long as the batteries are replaceable in the appliance (some are not), you can run the cleaner again..
Once the green light goes off, it's done charging. Since it was first charge I know they say to charge it 8? hours (or 4? don't recall right offhand) but it does come charged (that's part of how they make the batteries). What you do want to do is remember not to always recharge it when your done using it. Use it till the battery goes flat, then recharge it; it will give you a longer battery life that way.
It is possible for the charging system inside the roomba to call it quits. What I did to remedy this, since my roomba was out of warranty and I did not want to scrap it, was to buy a charging base on ebay. This charging base accepts different types of roomba batteries and even the scooba battery. The inconvenience is if you have a newer model roomba that has the battery inside, then you will need to remove the screws on the bottom plate to remove the battery. Hope this helps.
If it is within the warranty period get Dyson to replace it. If not, live with it until it fails completely, then buy a Hoover. Your computer board is starting to fail. That's not repairable.
I'm sorry to hear you're having difficulties with your DC16. A single flashing red light indicates that the battery needs to be recharged. When fully charged, all 3 LEDs should illuminate without flashing. However, if the red light continues to flash even after at least 3 hours recharging time, there may be a fault with the battery or charger assembly.
Please get in touch with us directly - one of our experts will be happy to run through some troubleshooting over the phone with you to determine whether the battery or the charger requires replacement. You can call us free on 08002980298 (UK), or 1866MYDYSON (US). We'll look forward to hearing from you.
far as i know the dyson dc 16 root 6 vacuum uses a lithium ion battery with a charge of 21.6 volts. it could be that either your battery isnt storing the right amount of power anymore and you may need to replace it. check on the specifications to confirm how much volts the battery is supposed to have. too little volts may be enough for things like lights to switch on, but not enough for the motor to start up.
Mine runs in circles backwards after running for just a few seconds normal.
Same thing here. This vac is 3 years old, has had the firmware upgrade. I've cleaned EVERYTHING on it, and ran the 21 diagonostics, which found only the left tachometer to be in fault mode. But the new firmware is (supposedly) designe to ignore the tachometer reads on this model. In the diagnostic mode, ALL other features work perfectly, backing, RT, LT, brushes, vac, etc. But in normal cleaning mode (SPOT, CLEAN, or MAX) the machine moves about 2 inches, stops and shows a RED power light and orange status. HELP!
I have the same problem. I'm hesitant to throw money at a new battery when I'm not completely sure that is the problem.
Same problem here. I was going to order a new battery because I read somewhere else that there is a problem with Roomba brand batteries in how they are wired, and after charging and recharging over a year it dies. BUT, I don't want to spend the money unless I know that is the problem...
I have the same problem. I discharged the battery fully, then recharged, but when I turn it on it immediately turns red and stops. Is it the battery?
Same problem. Charge. Light Green. Turn it on. Press Clean. Runs several seconds backward and then immediately shuts off, giving the low battery sound.
iRobot Roomba 4210 Bagless Robotic Vacuum went under sofa after only 15 minutes and gave a status alarm and power light went red. My machine came with no manual. It's brand new. Guess I'll have to return it for one with paperwork. Can tell it has been used.
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