my diamondclean smart 9700 just blinks red three times and won’t turn on, what does that mean?

— asked by Alex

Quick answer: The red triple-blink means the battery is completely dead and the charger isn't making a good connection. It's usually a simple connection issue, not a dead brush.

Diagnosis

The red triple-blink means the battery is completely dead and the charger isn't making a good connection. It's usually a simple connection issue, not a dead brush.

How to Fix It

Clean the charging contacts. First, unplug the charger from the wall. Use a dry cotton swab to firmly wipe the two small metal pins on the charger base. Then, wipe the two corresponding metal rings on the bottom of the brush handle. Plug the charger back in and place the brush firmly on the base.

If That Didn't Work

Try a different USB power source. The included glass charger must be plugged into a USB wall adapter that provides at least 1 amp. The brush won't charge from a low-power USB port on a computer or some power strips.

Heads Up

The glass charger is sensitive to moisture. If you've been storing the brush on it in a wet bathroom, water can bridge the contacts and prevent charging. Keep the base dry.

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