i took this vacuum out of the box &amp; it will not stand up on its own. anybody else have this problem?
1421677
Return as fast as you can. I bought 2 Dirt Devil and they all have problems. Good luck.
123713
You have to push the seal button if you don't want it to vacuum first. I am not sure why you are having problems with yours not recognizing that a bag is there since I have only had that problem with mine one time and that was because I had the bag curling up. Try putting the bag so that it curves down towards the floor. If that doesn't work then I would contact the manufacturer and have them replace it.
1137412
I found out that there are multiple items within the vacuum that need to be cleaned once a month (depending how often you use it). Make sure you are cleaning the container out so the hose doesn't get clogged. There is also a filter that needs to be cleaned and that is what I found out I needed to clean in order to get mine to start working again. Otherwise, I would take it to an Oreck shop and see what they can do. I bought mine the same time that you did.
120425
I recently had a problem as well. The battery started not to fully charge. I purchased a new battery and it was better but, it still does not fully charge. I don't know if it is the battery, the charger, or perhaps the vacuum itself. In your case, it sounds like the charger maybe defective because it is has been my experience the charger only flashes (blue light) when the battery is in the cradle. I would order a new charger and battery (if the battery is old) or first replace the charger and see what happens. Good luck!
1976687
It will stand up if you lock it in place with hard push, if you still have the box send it back , this vac is a big disappointment. It is very noisy and is difficult to empty as the dirt gets up into the part that doesn't open. I am looking for a more efficient one. I think they shouldn't sell it on Amazon, makes it not trustworthy.
2071967
Haven't had to change mine yet but think directions say replace. May try vacuuming when ready.
1061316
I'm having the same problem . Don't know why . Just bought last year. Not happy with product, seems like the hose isn't long enough. Tried with regular vacuum hose and it worked a lot better but not great . Found it easier to just do it the old fashion way.
746805
I'm sorry but I haven't had this problem so I'm unable to offer a "real" solution. I would suggest, however, that you be certain the area you're cleaning has been vacuumed very thoroughly prior to cleaning.
2052264
I bought it for my grandchild so it's not in front of me to look at. From what I can remember you may be missing a part or something may be wrong. Try to google the vacuum and see if you can find a picture that shows that part of it.
1004616
If you have the same model, as I did, you have broken the plastic piece, that makes it go up, and down. To get it fixed, was $130:00. You will have to have a professional look at it. I am sorry you are experiencing the same problem. Joannie Mattoon
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That is exactly what is happening to mine. The first several times I used the vacuum it ran perfectly. However after about two months of use, the vacuum would heat up then stop running. I thought it was dead, but after ten to twenty minutes I plugged it back in and surprisingly it worked again. But it will shut off again after heating up. I believe it is a flaw in the design and sadly there was only a 90 day warranty. I really liked the vaccum being small and portable, but I am angry at the company for putting out an inferior product and ripping people off. I wish I could revise the positive feedback I left them! That is exactly what is happening to mine. The first several times I used the vacuum it ran perfectly. However after about two months of use, the vacuum would heat up then stop running. I thought it was dead, but after ten to twenty minutes I plugged it back in and surprisingly it worked again. But it will shut off again after heating up. I believe it is a flaw in the design and sadly there was only a 90 day warranty. I really liked the vaccum being small and portable, but I am angry at the company for putting out an inferior product and ripping people off. I wish I could revise the... » Read More That is exactly what is happening to mine. The first several times I used the vacuum it ran perfectly. However after about two months of use, the vacuum would heat up then stop running. I thought it was dead, but after ten to twenty minutes I plugged it back in and surprisingly it worked again. But it will shut off again after heating up. I believe it is a flaw in the design and sadly there was only a 90 day warranty. I really liked the vaccum being small and portable, but I am angry at the company for putting out an inferior product and ripping people off. I wish I could revise the positive feedback I left them! « Show Less
243709
I had the same thing happen. I ended up plugging it in to a different outlet and then it worked just fine, but I did have to set the vacuuming schedule back up. Originally I thought it was the outlet, but had it checked out and it was working fine. Italy be worth a try for you.
708883
Must be. Like you, I had one for many many years and it did everything I needed and more. It finally died and went to vacuum heaven. I was going to buy this new version until I saw the reviews. Now I don't know what to do.
708829
I have only had mine for a few months, so can't respond to that...I too vacuum almost everyday and so far so good....
238123
Its a Suction issue. Haven't had this vacuum for 1 yr & its already useless. Local Repair recommends to buy new over repairing. I'm going back to bagged vacuums, This bag less concept has been a nightmare from the getgo
1806375
I have had the same problem just last week. The plastic piece on one side, that holds the nozzle in place from the inside, broke. I do not have any idea why. I only use this vacuum for daily very light clean up after dinner. Have had this unit for 17 months and am not happy with the quality of the parts.
800425
One won't stand upright as well as they can with an "upright" vacuum. You do lean over. I am planning on getting a different vacuum cleaner soon because this one is falling apart. It's not that I didn't expect that for the price, so I'm not complaining, but it's not going to last a real long time.