Dust or debris leaks from around the dust cup or joints during use.

Safety first: Remove the battery before inspecting seals.

Steps to try:

• Check dust cup seal: Inspect the rubber gasket around the dust cup and cyclone. Look for tears, flattening, or missing sections.
• Inspect dust cup body: Look for hairline cracks in the plastic, especially near the latch and bottom flap.
• Re-seat cyclone: Ensure the cyclone assembly is fully seated and locked into the dust cup.
• Check connections: Make sure the wand and nozzle click firmly into place with no gaps.
• Replace damaged parts: Replace the dust cup assembly or gasket if any damage is found.