Sebo single flash - Sebo Automatic X1 Bagged Upright Vacuum

Hello Christopher

It is a Clog Warning. (I put you into the right Category, you were in Televisions). Text based help and videos below in the link.

https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&rlz=1C1QJDB_enCA643CA644&sxsrf=ALeKk01mKI7oHBYbA0ZlnZB94cPc6sCDxw%3A1615145730557&ei=AitFYNLPIZOw5NoPuLGRIA&q=sebo+x4+flashing+lights

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Mike:
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/963978/Sebo-Felix-Premium.html?page=15#manual
There is a wire cable ASSEMBLY that runs down the handle to the lower housing. I suspect that the (single 70mm) black wire that you see has been cut off that cable run. 70 mm sounds like the cable was pinched and severed at the first handle break attached by a 4x10K M screw.
Is that a good guess?

motor getting hot,,take apart and clean it with air

The red lights should flash very quickly upon vacuum start-up (normal). If the motor is not turning on there is likely a problem with the motor or power supply board. The lights flashing does indicate that you are getting power to the PC control board. If your vacuum is under warranty, this would likely be covered. I have included a link to the parts list for your reference. http://sebo.us/pdfs/website_schematicsPDFs/AUTOMATIC%20X%20Schematics.pdf

You should try to replace your SEBO roller brush with the softer one. The part number is SEBO 5010GE Genuine Sebo product

The unpleasant smell could have been the lifetime belt finally giving up. Also happened on our 13 year SEBO X1 Automatic due to my error of vacuuming up a rug with long loose strands! If you are good with a screwdriver, you can replace the drive belt easily enough - go onto You Tube - there is an excellent UK video showing how to replace the drive belt on the SEBO. There are two belts, but you will know which one has to be replaced if you remove the screws on the underside of the main floor head. Before you do anything, kneel on the floor beside the SEBO and press the main release button on the bottom of the front bin area just above the floor head. It may need brute force but when pressed, put on knee on the floor head gently and pull the bin upwards to release from the body of the SEBO. This unlocks the main floor head from the bin, making it easier to look at the floor head. See video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOPphVcZHYA

Hi.

Eeither motor or servo motor with gear box is seized. Testing is done energizing the motor. Test and repair must be done by a technician. Call the number listed on the owners manual to contact a qualified repairer.

See: Parts List and schematics SEBO X4

check for clogs, and also check the brush rollers' belt.
Really, i think you should take it to a vacuum shop and have it inspected for problems

OK - I'm a Sebo expert, and we will get to the bottom of this! I need you to do one thing for me: lie the machine on one side, then switch it on and look to see if the brush roller is revolving - KEEP FINGERS and all loose items WELL CLEAR. Does the brush revolve? Then, with the machine switched off and unplugged, see if you can rotate the brush roll by hand. Does it revolve easily, or is there a lot of resistance? Then post a reply here saying what you observe. I'll get back to you when I've got your reply.

Your Sebo has switched itself off to prevent damage. The flashing red lights indicate that the brush roll is jammed and that there may also be a blockage somewhere. You should take the brush roll out and make sure it is clear of obstruction, and also check for blockages (in the inspection flap on the underside, and in the plastic pipe and the flexible hose), and check the condition of the filter in the bag compartment. If the brush roll is clear and the problem persists, you should seek help from a professional repairer as something is probably broken inside (although with Sebos this is extremely rare). Good luck!