Error 22
Xiaomi Motor Overcurrent or Short Circuit Protection

Robot vacuum reports 'Error 22' / voice prompt 'Error 22: Overcurrent protection' and shuts down during cleaning.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Main brush jam, Side brush jam, Fan overload due to clog, Shorted motor winding, Failing mainboard power MOSFET

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the robot immediately to prevent further damage. Do not continue to run the robot if it smells like burning plastic or electronics.

  • 1. Inspect all moving parts:
    • Check main brush, side brush, and wheels for jams or heavy debris.
    • Clean and free all rotating components.
  • 2. Check for clogs:
    • Empty the dustbin and clean the filter.
    • Inspect the suction channel for blockages.
  • 3. Test components individually:
    • Run a short cleaning cycle and listen for which motor triggers the shutdown (brush, fan, or wheels).
  • 4. Replace faulty module:
    • If a specific motor is hot, noisy, or not spinning freely, replace that motor module (main brush motor, side brush motor, fan, or wheel module).
  • 5. If overcurrent persists after motor replacement:
    • The mainboard power stage may be damaged; replace the mainboard.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5
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