Vacuums Error Codes
43 error codes across 4 brands. Find your code, what it means, and how to fix it.
Silvercrest
20 codesLow battery warning – requires charging immediately to continue operation safely and effectively.
Module failure with navigation gyroscope – requires professional repair or replacement of components.
Module malfunction affecting anti-collision functionality – requires professional repair or reset.
Individual malfunction of wheel or brush – requires cleaning and inspection of affected part.
Multiple systems malfunction – requires cleaning, resetting, and professional repair as needed.
Left wheel malfunction.
Right wheel malfunction.
Left brush malfunction.
Right brush malfunction.
Combo floor brush malfunction.
The robot vacuum cleaner is not on the floor.
Cliff sensor malfunction.
Anti-collision sensor malfunction.
Robot vacuum cleaner stuck due to obstacles or debris.
Fan malfunction – requires immediate attention to prevent overheating and permanent damage.
Battery malfunction – requires replacement or repair.
Anti-collision sensor module malfunction – requires firmware update or repair.
Gyro navigation module malfunction – requires firmware or hardware repair.
Dust and debris blocking HEPA filtration system – requires cleaning to ensure proper suction and filtering.
Robot vacuum cleaner stuck – requires manual intervention to clear path and restart operation.
Dyson
10 codesMachine has detected a blockage that needs removing.
Battery is charging.
Battery is fully charged.
Filter is not fitted correctly or needs cleaning.
Filter is not sealed correctly into the machine.
Machine must be fully charged before initial operation.
Battery needs charging — remaining run time is low.
Battery needs charging — run time is low.
Motor pulses to indicate a blockage has been detected and needs clearing.
Battery is empty — machine will not operate.
Shark
7 codesAccess Forbidden - The requested resource is not accessible due to insufficient permissions or security restrictions.
Motorized floor nozzle overheating — internal temperature of the floor nozzle is too high.
Indicates the vacuum has overheated and the motor-protective thermostat has triggered a shutdown.
Overheating warning — the motorized floor nozzle temperature has exceeded safe operating limits.
Indicates a blockage in the brushroll that is preventing normal operation.
Jam in the brushroll area — the brushroll is blocked and cannot spin freely.
Brush-roll jam indicator — there is a blockage in the brush-roll area preventing proper operation.
Roborock
6 codesError indicating a problem with the docking station itself (e.g., voltage error, component installation issues).
Maintainance brush module related issue detected.
Various malfunction indications handled through troubleshooting steps.
Overheating issue detected — robot temperature too high.
Instruction to initiate automatic return and docking of the vacuum.
Potential voltage or installation issue detected.