If your Dyson cordless vacuum has a flashing light, we will explain what the flashing light is. There are some easy ways to fix your Dyson to stop or reset the flashing light.
Dyson vacuum flashing lights
The Dyson cordless vacuum can flash the light near the battery when there is an issue. The lights that can show are different colors. The flashing light colors that can show are Blue, Amber, and Red.
What Does Flashing Light On Dyson Vacuum Mean?
When pressing the trigger on your Dyson vacuum…
- Flashing BLUE light on Dyson Vacuum with trigger pressed: Battery needs to be charged. Charge battery.
- Flashing AMBER light on Dyson Vacuum with trigger pressed: No power or temporary fault. (Too hot or cold) Recharge the Dyson vacuum and let it cool down.
- Flashing RED light on Dyson Vacuum with trigger pressed: Fault detected. Replace the battery or contact Dyson support.
- Solid BLUE light on Dyson Vacuum with trigger pressed: The vacuum is ON and performing normally.
Dyson vacuum battery light flashing with trigger pressed
When your Dyson vacuum is plugged in and charging…
- Solid BLUE light on Dyson Vacuum when charging: The vacuum is charging.
- No Light on Dyson Vacuum when charging: The vacuum is charged and ready to use.
- Solid AMBER light on Dyson Vacuum when charging: Not charging or temporary fault. (Too hot or cold)
- Flashing RED light on Dyson Vacuum when charging: Fault detected. Replace the battery or contact Dyson support.
Dyson vacuum battery light flashes when plugged in
If you have an older “out of warranty” Dyson vacuum and the battery does not last long, consider replacing the battery. If the battery is faulty or is just getting older, you can find a new replacement battery for your Dyson online. Amazon has OEM and 3rd party batteries for around $35. It only takes removing 3 screws on your vacuum to remove and replace the battery. See the video below for an easy way to replace battery.
How to replace the battery on your Dyson cordless vacuum
Dyson Cordless Vacuum Common Issues Fixed
Many common issues with suction problems or flashing lights can be fixed by cleaning the Dyson. Do a full deep clean and the Dyson will be in tip-top shape. See the informative video below for how to deep clean your Dyson vacuum.
Dyson cordless vacuum pulsing or losing suction – Try deep cleaning
What Can Cause Dyson Vacuum To Have A Flashing Light?
Dyson Cordless Vacuum Brush Bar Is Obstructed
If your Dyson cordless vacuum battery starts flashing the Amber light, there are a few things you can do to try and fix the issue. Check the brush bar to see if it is obstructed. If the brush bar is obstructed, remove the obstruction and try the vacuum again. Use a coin to unlock the brush bar fastener marked with a padlock. Remove the obstruction. Replace the brush bar and secure it by tightening the fastener. Ensure it is fixed firmly before operating the vacuum. Dyson replacement parts located here
Dyson Cordless Vacuum Dust Canister Is Full
If your Dyson cordless vacuum battery flashes the Amber light, check the dust canister and be sure it is not overfilled. If the canister gets too full, the vacuum may stop working and the Amber light will flash. Empty the canister and try again. Charge the vacuum if needed.
Dyson Cordless Vacuum Thermal Cut-Out
The cordless Dyson vacuum is fitted with an automatically resetting thermal cut-out switch. If large items block the tools, nozzle, or any part of the vacuum becomes blocked, the machine may overheat and automatically cut out. Let the vacuum sit to cool down for 1-2 hours before checking the filter or for blockages. Ensure the machine is disconnected from the charger before looking for blockages. Clear any blockage before restarting. Refit all parts securely before using.
Dyson Cordless Vacuum Charging and Storage
To help prolong battery life, avoid recharging immediately after a full discharge. Allow cooling for a few minutes. The cordless Dyson vacuum will switch OFF if the battery temperature is below 37.4°F (3°C). This is designed to protect the motor and battery. Do not charge the machine and then move it to an area with a temperature below 37.4°F (3°C) for storage purposes.
Need the service manual for your Dyson vacuum? Download the Dyson V6 service manual here. Dyson cordless vacuum service manual
Do you have other issues with your Dyson that were not answered above? Please leave the issue you are having and what model number your Dyson is in the comments below and we can help.
Caz,
The types of issues you are explaining with a Dyson V7 vacuum: Flashing led battery lights, pressing the trigger and nothing happens, the charging light changes but never turns green, LED lights flashing 10 or 12 times… These issues all amount to a malfunctioning battery.
You can purchase a new Dyson battery or get one from a third party online that can be from $20 to $40.
Here is a link to a battery that will work with your Dyson V7 vacuum.
You will need to remove a few screws from the vacuum cleaner.
The old battery will slide out and you can insert the new battery.
Secure the screws to attach it to the vacuum, charge it for a few hours and you should have a vacuum as good as new.
-RR
How’s it going? I have a Dyson V7, and the issue I am having is when I press the trigger nothing happens most of the time. Periodically I press the trigger it runs for a split second then stops. When charging the LED light is solid blue then goes to amber and then back to solid blue, when I unplug it from the charger, I press the trigger the LED lights flash 10 to 12 times and stops and the led light turns off, I’ve cleaned all the filters I cleaned the bucket, the motor everything and still does not seem to want to work. Any help would be greatly appreciate it. I really like the vacuum would really hate to have to throw it away and buy a new one. Thank you for your input.