LED indicator shows E7 or rapid red flashing; vacuum does not respond to trigger

Safety: Remove the battery before opening the handle or trigger area.

• Inspect trigger movement: Ensure the trigger moves freely and returns fully when released. If it feels sticky or jammed, clean around it with compressed air.
• Open handle housing: If the design allows, remove screws and separate the handle halves to access the trigger switch.
• Check connections: Verify that the switch terminals are firmly connected to the wiring harness and that no wires are broken.
• Clean switch: Blow out dust; if accessible, use a small amount of contact cleaner on the switch (with battery removed) and operate it several times.
• Replace switch if faulty: If the switch does not click or shows open circuit when pressed (tested with a multimeter), replace it with the correct DeWalt trigger switch for your model.