Oct 2, 2014 #3 Thanks JC, info noted. The impeller housing has a rubber gasket at the top of it. I've used electric shavers for most of the time I've shaved and the Braun Series 7 model 7893s is hands down the best electric shaver I've ever used. As soon as started using it it would happen again. Sadly I have not used it in over a year and now I have no idea how to get the unit to start cleaning. It only does this for about the first four cleans following a new Braun cartridge, but, apart from the mess, Ive lost masses of fluid. The white LED turns on. Thank you for the comment, Raymond, I really appreciate it. Its a bit tricky to explain how to remove the motor, so heres a video that shows how to do it. I agree, it can get tricky to disassemble the station, but it can be done with a bit of patience and persistence. What could be wrong? So be careful while handling your electric shaver. I bought my series 9 about 3 years ago and everything was doing the job perfectly as always until about 2 months ago when I found the bathroom vanity glazed in dried fluid and the red empty LED lit even though the canister was relatively new. I have a Braun series 7 cleaning station. Just wondering if this has happened to anyone else? Being a classic product that has, We all have different skin types, so looking for quality shaving soap, it is crucial to understand what it really takes to irritate the skin. No noise. Hi! So according to the indicator, the shaving apparatus is still not clean. Refer to the yellow arrow. i hardly find on the internet and i damaged it last night sigh, Make sure you push them in gently so the housing clears them and it can then be removed<<<<, i repeated this step again and again, push the start button down and that oval button tgt, but only the frontal part loosened. Trying to repair it yourself would be complicated, so if you want to get another station in the future, I have an article that also lists the compatible S7 stations along with the exact part numbers, so hopefully youll find it useful. Also, make sure all the clips are undone and that you havent missed any (sometimes they can just go back to the original locked position) and again check that the button on the back and the charging port dont get in the way. TL;DR: if the C&C station sprays fluid out of the top and leaks out of the bottom while a cleaning cycle is running, make sure to check that the gasket at the base of the impeller housing is not in contact with the housing. Thank you for your comment glad you found the article useful. Thanks so much for taking the time to share this it will definitely be useful to someone experiencing the same issue. A bread tie should work just as well. I checked and the drain is completely open with my series 9. Free delivery for many products! Oh and dont forget to snap the 4 wee retainer clips BACK into place either once you have it all in place! I usually take the cartridge out of the station once the cleaning is done, so Im always aware of how much liquid is left. The upper "arm" that snaps into the bottom of the razor when it is placed in the charge/cleaning station stopped working. Could the unit just be faulty ? I had to clean the inside of the Cleaning station before I gave it to him. For someone who, What you pay for a mans haircut differs a lot on where you live, the location of the barbershop, and how skilled they are. Thats a bit a strange, I also own a Series 8 8370cc and never noticed anything like that. I was upset that my series 7 station wasnt working. Again. I have found another video of the same problem. Theres a rubber gasket surrounding the impeller housing that normally seals the space between the impeller tube and the big opening of the cartridge. I cleaned that out and replaced the cover and everything is now working like new. Always follow the manufacturers instructions. It is possible for the impeller to get stuck, usually because of dirt buildups inside the housing, but other than that the pump should still work fine even if you dont use the station regularly. Sometimes, the battery pack may need to be replaced even if it is charged regularly, such as a cellular phone. Is that normal? Glad you found it useful! Could be, somethings definitely amiss. This drain is almost impossible to see or clean from the top, because access is blocked by the reservoir wall. I cant figure out what could prevent the low cartridge notification from activating. Is that the case, only that it doesnt do anything? You can check out our article on what is the best electric razor for me?. Mine is also a series 9. If the drain isnt clogged and the fluid doesnt pool in the cleaning chamber, I think the culprit is the alcohol concentration of your solution. While some work better for those withsensitive skin and short hairs, others can handle longer and wiry hairs better. You simply add the content of the package to 500ml of 70% (or more) alcohol (you can use isopropanol or ethanol). If your Braun beard trimmer is not charging, there could be a few different reasons for this. I guess it could be worse, but it really turned out to be a big mess I had to clean out inside all because I thought the fluid level was fine and it wasnt pumping up any fluid because it was already empty. I think it has something to do with Braun wanting to consolidate the position of the Series 9 as their flagship shaver and thus the only one that comes with a drying system. They then sent me a replacement and it doesnt work in exactly the same manner. A few months ago it started, and, like you, the cleaning fluid sprays out everywhere. Havent personally deal with this, so I cannot suggest a fix from my own experience. We are compensated for referring traffic and business to Amazon and other companies linked to this site. Still could not get it to work. It should be flared uniformly around the housing (2 to 3mm). The controller stops the pump from pushing more fluid at pre-determined intervals (correlated with the shaver being turned on and off); it doesnt actually know if the tub overflows with liquid. A can of compressed air also works great. In time, that gasket will deform and wont seal up properly against the cartridge, allowing the fluid to escape. If it is providing the correct output when testing the output voltage (DMM Voltmeter leads connected to the plug connectors at the end of the cord that goes into the shaver) flex the cord where it leaves the adapter and check that the voltage remains constant. This first started when I made the mistake of running warm water through the cleaning station unit to try to clean it and didnt unplug it. Please feel free to continue this topic if you have any further questions. More details here. Update, looks like even though light was going through it was indeed clogged. Your IP: The fan just continues to run. So easy and absolutely hygienic. Can you provide more details? If the liquid comes at a much higher rate, it would hit the foils and still drain in the cartridge the station has an overflow drain in addition to the tiny drain hole. Hi. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. I found your page after dealing with a stuck impeller ( I didnt use the base for a couple of years ) Unfortunately in my case it didnt went fine. I should have mentioned that its a Series 9. But remember, it is impossible to fix a problem unless you know where to find it, what caused it and what parts are affected. Your facial hair is too long. Braun Series 9 Model Comparison: What Are The Differences? It worked like a charm! TL;DR: If the motor runs but the razor is still dry, rotate the impeller. I just changed the cartridge and POW It wouldnt start again!!! Tks so much.Will try. A four digit type number, which is imprinted on all Braun and powered Oral-B products, can be used to determine the appropriate part (s) for your product. I did encounter this issue, but only briefly with a Series 7 station (it would usually work properly after removing and inserting the cartridge again). Cleaning your epilator on a regular basis will prevent it from not working.So, here are the steps to cleaning an epilator. So if you find out that your electric shaver does not shave properly or is not working at all, there might be a few factors at play. By the late 1930s Braun had completed his own novel design for an electric razor, and worked out how it would be produced. I would plug it in, and the green power light on the base would turn on, but when I put the shaver in the cradle, neither the blue light on the base nor the blue light on the shaver would turn on, and the big button on the base would not react in any way. Here is an image of an older Series 9 station of mine. I thought Id wait through a few cycles before making that claim but it is continuing to work normally. Help! Is the drain hole definitely free of any debris blocking it? I have a Braun 9 shaver with the Clean and Renew system which I foolishly tried to clean before reading this board. 3) After using your own cleaning solution (https://shavercheck.com/braun-ccr-alternative/), have you noticed any damage to your shaver or cassette? Although, the shaver itself indicates it by the drop you see on the screen. I have a Braun Series 7 electric razor (). Read your comment and I will try to clean that later on. Now (and as I said, for years) it never snaps/clicks into place. Also, only the Series 9 solo models starting with 93 (like the 9340s) will work with a compatible Series 9 station. Ive loaded a new cleaning cartridge but the razor doesnt get cleaned. If the station doesnt show an empty cartridge, it charges the shaver, but refuses to start when pressing the button, then the culprit its likely a chip inside the shaver or some other component of the station itself. . Theres also a hole directly across from it on the right side, much bigger. I have tried giving the unit a good clean (the drain was pretty much blocked) and also tried to move the impeller, as per above,which is very stiff and wouldnt move more than a mm, if that. Im trying to fix a Series 9 cleaning station that is squirting fluid out the top, even though the drain hole is clear. Overall, this is a great shaver for the money and the first one that I've ever owned that actually gives me a close shave. Deactivation: By pressing the on/off switch for 3 seconds the shaver is unlocked again. Braun Series 5 Cleaning Station Christmas present. Thank you. Ill also address two other less common issues specific to Braun cleaning systems. Has anyone come up with a solution for this? As long as theyre genuine Braun cartridges, they will work with any Braun station. Its a good idea to stick to cleaning the station with a damp cloth just to be on the safe side. The S9 Sport is a 93xx model (you probably have the 9310cc), while the 81481301 station you ordered is only compatible with the 92xx and 90xx Series 9 models. In this case, I would advise that you return the shaver (if it is still within the time frame) and purchase a better one that will best suit your needs in terms of your beard or skin type as well as your shaving habits. The fan is active for around 50 minutes or so after the cleaning cycle. That tiny drain hole (red arrow) is the culprit for clogging the station. I grew a beard! There are several varieties of electric shavers out there on the market which come in different types, made by different manufacturers and fall in different price categories. From the video it was clearly a faulty connection, I would have loved to also see a shot of the contacts on the back of the shaver. I tried leaving it unplugged for a day to see if it would reset but its still happening. You are very welcome, Paul, glad you managed to fix it. Wow, thank you for the detailed resolutions to common problems with the clean & renew stations. Shaving Too Much Is There Such A Thing? You pretty much did everything you can to try troubleshooting the cause. And of course, this doesnt include the kind of cleaning that your automatic cleaning station provides- and thats if youre even using it regularly. Also, if you think your foil-head electric shaver requires lubrication, follow the manufacturers recommendations to do it properly. Should your Braun product develop a fault within two years of purchasing it will be repaired or replaced free of charge under the terms of your warranty. The 5434 number is listed in several places on the bottom. Thank you for your comment, glad you found the information useful. 1. And it worked! I just changed out the batteries and had to take the razor apart to do so. Or it has any factory reset procedure or calibrating to bring them back on. Lock button is purely mechanical and has nothing to do with a cleaning cycle. The charger is not clogged. Unclogging the second, hidden drain resolved the problem. My guess is that you tried to move the outer cover. It is possible that your shaver does not turn on or move because it is dirty. As far as I know, the only way to achieve this with an s model is a firmware update. >120F (50C). Braun 3040s. Just do it outside! The machine now works perfectly again. If the problem persists, the culprit is likely the logic board of the station, but sometimes the dedicated chip inside the shaver fails also. Did it start doing this all of a sudden? As you look inside the Series 7 cleaner, youll note a hole on the left (as youve outlined in your image). Since this is an evaporative solution, Ive found that I can extend the longevity of the cartridge for months and save myself a lot of money on genuine Braun cartridge replacements. This would be the most likely cause. You are certainly a wealth of information. Id say that a constricted flow from the pump is rather unlikely. Apart from double-checking everything again, I dont think theres much you can do. The cost could also be pretty high since the shaver is not under warranty anymore. but now its quiet and just charges the razor. My problem is I cannot get any fluid to pump through to clean the razor. Also, does the razor charge? After I use the razor and plug it back in, the cleaning process doesnt start. Also, you can use 99% alcohol with CCRREFILLS, Ive tried it myself and works perfectly. I independently buy and test electric shavers and Ive been sharing my findings on this site for almost 10 years, hopefully helping others choose a suitable shaver. It going red when there is more then half full. I didnt see any obvious way to remove it from the top or bottom. Braun Series 5 Cleaning Station Christmas present. Also, thanks to you informative tutorial, I now know about the impeller and how to free it up should it ever seize. Hello, I have a series 5. So Im guessing series 5. Also, like you advised in one of the comments above, I clean my shaver regularly with the brush and I also remove my cleaning solution cartridge between cleanings and store it separately. Just make sure that you get the same part number. It is important for you to know that all electric shavers, even the high-end ones, perform excellently well when your facial hair is at a reasonable and manageable length. Regarding the new problem, it could be related to the previous one, but then again it might be a completely different issue. from the first use im having the red light showing and some times flashing and after several attempts it disappear and then it works Im having this issue most of the time even if i replace the cartridge with a new one. That would also explain the selection of the cleaning mode since the hygiene status of the shaver wont be reset unless the blue check shows up. Braun Series 3 310s Men's Wet Dry Electric Shaver for $39.94 + F.R.E.E Shipping! I tried with filling it to different levels and cleaning the drain but it doesnt help. If the cartridge is in place the pump just shoots the contents out. I guess I will look for another razor. So basically the station is signaling a false empty cartridge notification whenever youre starting a cleaning cycle. But the charging station onky charge but do not do the ckeaning at all. If theres any liquid accumulated in the cleaning chamber of the station, make sure to remove the liquid before proceeding to the next step. This blog is written by a group of Personal hygiene enthusiasts. Or is the fact that the impeller is stuck the problem Im assuming the black impeller at the bottom should spin? However, thats not the reason why it incorrectly signals an empty cartridge. Ideas? Turns out it ran out of fluid and the inside became a mess. Today it stopped working. So when its done cleaning, typically I find the half of the head that was pointing down (submerged) is clean and the other half stays dirty. QUESTION: IS A WARRANTY PLAN AVAILABLE. Pull out the cleaning cartridge to check that you removed the lid from the cartridge. There should be no cleaning fluid or residue inside of the station. One thing Id like to suggest, if you dont mind, is if you could provide more detail to your followers on how to put the housing back together. Most users (myself included) dread the low cartridge notification, especially when there still seems to be enough fluid in the cartridge. I have a series 9 station. It really took me some time to finally get it right. Thank you for your consideration and helpful website to everyone. Thank you so much for the detailed explanation it never occurred to me that the gasket could be the culprit, but it makes perfect sense. At all times, hold the shaver at the right angle (90) to your skin. I am having issues where after the cycle finishes, the head will remain wet for much much longer than it used to. Ive never come across this problem before. Could be a logic board issue or the motor itself that drives the impeller. A new foil has made no difference. Some shavers may not come with a battery status display. I havent tried bypassing it as I never had to, so Im afraid I cannot help you with any indications. I recently cleaned my series 7 cleaning station. I have a 1 year old 9 series (92xx CC). It is still an important tool in the grooming routine of virtually all men- with beards. Lately, I get about 5 cleanings at the most before that red light comes on and it wont start cleaning. Try to rotate it by using the tip of a toothpick. This prevents the blue start button from activating. Recently, when the cleaning cycle started, the C&C station was shooting cleaning fluid out of the underside of the shaving head (which faces upwards when the shaver is installed in the C&C station) spraying the surrounding counter top while simultaneously leaking fluid from the base of the station. Manual cleaning: Rinsing under running hot water Is a replacement gasket available? I am wondering if this is just caused by wear? 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