Safety first: Turn OFF the vacuum and remove the battery pack before cleaning.

Step 1 – Empty bin and check for clogs: Remove and empty the dust bin. Inspect the inlet and cyclone for blockages.
Step 2 – Clean or replace filters: Remove pre-motor and post-motor filters. Clean or wash as specified by Essentials. Replace if heavily soiled or damaged.
Step 3 – Inspect motor sound: After reassembly, run the vacuum briefly. Listen for grinding or high-pitched squealing, which indicates motor bearing issues.
Step 4 – Cooling period: Allow the vacuum to cool for 30 minutes before retesting. If it then runs normally for longer, overheating was the likely cause.
Step 5 – Motor replacement: If the unit still shuts off quickly with clean filters and clear airflow, the motor’s internal thermal protector may be tripping due to wear. Replace the main suction motor assembly.

Warning: Do not tape over vents or operate the vacuum inside confined spaces where heat cannot dissipate.

Vacuum runs for only a few seconds and then shuts off with no error code displayed.

Possible Causes