Error Code	Symptom	Fault Type	Guide
E1	Cordless vacuum will not power on; battery LEDs remain off even after charging	Main Power-On Failure	View Details
E10	Cordless vacuum displays E10 or beeps continuously and will not start after being dropped	Impact / Tilt Sensor Fault	View Details
E2	Cordless vacuum shuts off within seconds of starting; battery indicator flashes red	Battery Undervoltage / Protection Trip	View Details
E3	Cordless vacuum runs briefly then stops; motor LED flashes and unit beeps; suction path feels blocked	Motor Overload / Blocked Airflow	View Details
E4	Cordless vacuum will not start; LED shows E4 or four red flashes when trigger is pulled	Overtemperature Protection / Motor Thermal Trip	View Details
E5	Battery will not charge; charger LED flashes red or shows E5; vacuum LEDs indicate charging fault	Battery Charging Fault	View Details
E6	Cordless vacuum runs but brush roll does not spin; brush indicator flashes or E6 displayed	Brush Roll Drive Fault	View Details
E7	Cordless vacuum shows E7 or rapid red/blue LED flashing when trigger is pulled; unit does not run	Motor Driver / Control Board Fault	View Details
E8	Cordless vacuum displays E8 or battery LEDs chase repeatedly; suction is weak and unit cycles on/off	Airflow Sensor / Pressure Sensor Fault	View Details
E9	Cordless vacuum shows E9 or a battery icon with an exclamation mark; unit will not run even with a charged pack	Battery Identification / Communication Error	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum attachments (crevice tool, brush) have very weak suction compared to floor nozzle	Accessory Airflow Restriction	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum blows dust out of the exhaust or around the nozzle	Filtration Bypass / Seal Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum brush roll stops when pressed onto carpet but works in the air	Brush Drive Weak Under Load	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum does not respond after being stored for a long time; no lights, no charging	Deeply Discharged / Sleep Battery	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum dust cup door will not latch or pops open during use	Dust Cup Latch Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum emits a burning smell or hot plastic odor during operation	Overheating Motor or Brush Roll	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum floor nozzle lights (LED headlights) do not turn on, but vacuum otherwise works	Nozzle LED Circuit Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum has very weak suction even though the motor sounds normal	Restricted Airflow / Partial Blockage	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum intermittently turns off and on when moved or tilted	Intermittent Power Connection	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum is extremely loud with rattling or grinding noises	Mechanical Drive Damage	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum leaves debris behind; brush roll spins but pickup is poor	Floor Nozzle Performance Degradation	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum loses suction after a few minutes of use but recovers after resting	Filter Clogging During Use	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum main body gets very hot to the touch during normal use	Insufficient Cooling / Overheating	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum main body or battery shows signs of swelling or deformation	Battery Swelling / Safety Hazard	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum makes a loud high-pitched whine during use	Motor or Air Leak Noise	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum produces sparks visible through vents during operation	Motor Commutation Arcing	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum produces static shocks when used on carpets	Static Electricity Buildup	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum runs but produces no suction at the floor; suction is present at the main body only	Wand or Nozzle Disconnection / Leak	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum runs for a very short time (1–3 minutes) even after a full charge	Battery Capacity Loss	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum runs only on low power; high-power or turbo mode does not engage	Power Mode Control Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum smells musty or emits an unpleasant odor from the exhaust	Contaminated Filters / Dust Cup	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum trigger or power button is stuck or unresponsive	Mechanical Switch Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum vibrates excessively, especially when using the floor nozzle	Brush Roll Imbalance	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum will not charge when placed on wall mount or charging dock	Docking / Cradle Charging Failure	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum will not hold a charge; battery drains while sitting unused	Battery Self-Discharge / Internal Short	View Details
–	Cordless vacuum will not stand upright or the handle feels loose	Mechanical Lock / Hinge Failure	View Details

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