Vacuums Error Codes
23 error codes across 2 brands. Find your code, what it means, and how to fix it.
Dyson
16 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.
Indicates a blockage or obstruction in the vacuum.
Machine must be fully charged before initial operation.
Battery level is low and the machine needs to be charged soon.
Machine is actively charging.
Battery needs charging — remaining run time is low.
Machine is disabled when ambient temperature is below 5°C (41°F) to protect the motor and battery.
Blockage detected — the motor pulses six times and the machine automatically cuts out.
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.
Indicates a battery fault with the vacuum.
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.