Shark Robot Vacuum Troubleshooting Max Light Flashing[Fixed]

Shark Robot Vacuum Troubleshooting Max Light Flashing

Shark Robot Vacuum Troubleshooting Max Light Flashing: Shark Robot is a smart robotic cleaner designed to clean carpets and floors autonomously. The robot vacuum is malfunctioning with auto navigation and smart sensors to clean and move around the house. 

Shark Robot Vacuum Troubleshooting Max Light Flashing-How to Reset Shark Robot Vacuum.

Electric smart gadgets can be faulty or cause problems, Just like the shark vacuum could be faulty and need a reset to function correctly. The mobile application can reset it by navigating to the settings menu and selecting the Factory Reset menu from the dropdown. It’s easy for some people. You can also reset it by turning it upside down and pressing the power button for 10 seconds. You can find the power button on the side. Wait for 10 seconds and turn on the robot. If you still face the Max light flashing, follow the steps below.

Shark Robot Vacuum Troubleshooting Max Light Flashing (Max and Red light Flashing)

If your shark vacuum Max/Red light is flashing repeatedly, that means there is trouble with your robot’s front bumper of the vacuum, or the robot may be stuck on an obstacle. This makes him change direction when it hits anything in front of it.  

Fixing Error of Obstacle

To fix the obstacle error on the shark robot vacuum, there is an obstacle just underneath the vacuum. Look if there is any obstruction, then remove or clean it. If there is no obstruction in the obstacle, then the problem is usually that you have a big wad of hair wrapped around the wheel underneath. So once you get this removed, it will be all better and work just fine. Hope you will find this helpful.

Fixing the Front Bumper

If your vacuum light max/red is flashing, it identifies that the bumper of the Shark robot vacuum is not working well. To repair, replace,  and inspect your vacuum bumper. If you consider replacing, ensure the front bumper is clean, and remove any debris and hair from the bumper.

Shark robot vacuum other Error Lights Troubleshooting-Robot moving but not collecting debris

The robot’s specialty is moving around the room and collecting debris. But if your robot vacuum is moving and not collecting debris, follow these steps.

Dirty Side Brushers

Ensure the brushers beneath the robot are clean, moving (sometimes stuck with hair and debris), and working in good condition. But in case the robot is not doing well, then you can find hair or a build-up of waste. Follow the below steps:

1. Remove robot brushes from the base

2. Clean the hair or other obstructions by using a damp cloth

Main brush dirty

Make sure that the main brush is working well and in good health. Also, check if the main brush is free from debris. If it’s not free, clean the hair and debris to free the main brush.

Brush Motor Faulty 

if the robot vacuum is not collecting the debris, there is a chance that one of the main brush motors has failed. Make sure to inspect the robot to see if the brushes are moving. If it is not moving, you must replace the main brush motor. Before you purchase the motor, double-check to see if there is any debris or obstruction around the brushes. If nothing is found, then the motor may need to be replaced. 

Error Lights Troubleshooting Fixed.

Error lights indicate that the robot vacuum has some problem and warn the owner through lights.

All Lights are Off

the robot does not have a single light showing, which means the robot may be turned off. If you find that situation, ensure your robot has a fully charged battery. If the battery is Down, place the robot on the charging dock.

“i” and Red Clean lights flashing together

If the “i” and clean red lights flash together, it indicates you that the suction motor failed. You need to remove all blockage and clean the filters to fix this problem. Check no obstruction can prevent the suction.

“i”/Max Lights Flashing.

If you find that your robot “i” or Max light are flashing together, that means one of the side brushes is not working and gets stuck. Remove any debris from the side brushes to fix the error.

Max/Clean Red/ “i” light Flashing.

If these three (Max/Clean Red/”i”)lights are flashing, it indicates a blockage in the main brush. Remove all the debris and obstruction to these Error lights.

Shark Robot Irregular Movement Troubleshooting

Dirty Sensors: 

This is the easiest to fix. If your robot makes irregular movements, the robot sensors become dirty. Clean the sensors around the front bumper and beneath the robot with microfiber clothes.

Worn/Drity Wheel: 

 To fix this problem, inspect the wheels and caster wheel to ensure they can move from obstructions. This problem can be caused by hair and dirt. Clean all debris and hair to fix it. If a still problem exists, you can consider replacing it.

Worn Motors:

If your robot have seems to a problem moving on a smooth and hard surface. This problem is related to drive motors. Before you consider replacing them, ensure the wheels are free from debris and hair and the conditions are well-looking.

Shark Robot Stops Moving After Sometimes Troubleshooting

If your robot stops a few minutes after moving around as usual. However, it freezes in place a few minutes in. This problem is indicates an error with the following parts,

1. Battery Issues

2. Wheels stuck with obstructions

3. Main brush is clogged

4. Drive Motor is Worn

1. Battery issues

You need to check battery life and ensure the battery has sufficient charge. Ensure the battery is charged properly.

2. Wheels Stuck With Obstructions

As above mentioned, the debris and hair can jam the robot wheels. Ensure that there are no specks of dirt around the wheels and that they are moving freely.

3. Main Brush is Clogged

Some debris and hair can get stuck in the main brush during cleaning. To fix this issue, you need to remove the main brush assembly. Clean any debris and hair that prevents moving the main brush.

4. Drive Motor Is Worn

If the robot cannot move anymore, there is a chance that one of the two motors has a fault. In that case, inspect that issue if any debris or hair is stopping to move, and clean the drive motor and assembly. if that is not the issue, check and see if the sound of the motor is abnormal. If you find anything abnormal, replace the drive motor.

Shark Robot Vacuum Power Issues Fixed

Power source: 

you need to Check the power source when the vacuum robot is docked and does not charge. Ensure that the dock is plugged into the power socket perfectly. Also, check the switch is on the power socket.

Fully Docked:

Sometimes, the robot needs to be fully docked, so the robot is not charged correctly. Ensure the robot is fully docked and no obstruction or debris might restrict it. 

Battery:

Make sure to have good battery health; it takes time to charge. The battery must be replaced if your robot is set to fully charge quickly.

Final words on Shark Robot Troubleshooting

These types of smart gadgets make life easier and more comfortable. But sometimes, it becomes faulty and makes us disturbed in life. Dont worry. In this article, you will find all standard troubleshooting.

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