How To Charge Your Dyson V6 Battery [User Guide]

Are you asking yourself, how do I charge my Dyson V6 battery? Let’s talk about that.

Despite being a pretty old Dyson model nowadays, the Dyson V6 is still pretty popular and many people who have bought it still use it daily.

In this article, we’ll be going through how to charge up your Dyson V6 battery if you’ve recently purchased one, along with a whole host of FAQs surrounding the Dyson V6 battery, such as how to change it, how long is battery life should be, and how long it takes to charge fully.

If you’re interested to learn more about The Dyson V6 battery, read on for all the information you’ll need as a user.

How To Charge A Dyson V6

Charging a Dyson V6 is relatively simple.

You can either plug it into the main charger which is situated at the very top of the device, or, you can first attach the wall mount to the wall, slide the charging cable into the top of the wall mount, and slide in your Dyson V6.

It is important to fully charge your Dyson V6 before you start to use it.

This is essential for overall battery health. It is also recommended that if you have two batteries, you alternate between the two during use to maintain maximum battery health.

How To Know If Your Dyson V6 Is Charging

The Dyson V6 has a number of different light settings to show the user whether or not it is charging all the status of the battery.

Solid blue light – This means that your Dyson V6 is charging.
Flashing blue light – This means that your Dyson V6 is running out of battery and needs immediate charging for the full 3.5 hours.
No light – If you have charged your Dyson V6 fully, the solid blue light will turn off.
Amber light – Whether your Dyson V6 is charging or not, it could show an amber light. This means that it is operating outside of its regular temperature parameters which can damage the machine and in turn make it switch off. Make sure your Dyson gets back to between 3°C/37°F and 40°C/104°F.

What To Do If Your Dyson V6 Isn’t Charging

Who is a small checklist to go through if you find that your Dyson won’t charge:

Check to see whether your vacuum is properly plugged in.
Have a look to see if the Airway is blocked.
Check to see if the charging cord is damaged.
Have a look and see if there’s any damage to the battery casing itself.
See whether the battery needs replacing.
Check the fuse for your charger.
Mount Your charging station.
Make sure your vacuum is properly cleaned.

How To Look After Your Dyson V6 Battery

Dyson batteries contain complex chemical structures that react to their environment. Here are some tips that will help you to get the maximum life from your battery.

Don’t use high power mode often – What’s the max boost function is really helpful, your Dyson V6 battery is designed to primarily be used at its regular power level. To keep your battery in its best condition, limit the amount of time that you spend in high power mode.
Use within the correct temperature – The battery pack is designed to only function within a certain range of temperature. Any higher or lower can seriously damage your battery and can also void your warranty.
Store your vacuum correctly – As mentioned above, higher heat can damage your battery. Make sure you are not storing your Dyson V6 next to a radiator or other heat source.
Cool down between uses – If you notice your Dyson heating up, let it cool completely before using it again.
Run it down – You should let your battery run down completely in order to maintain your battery health for the longest amount of time. By doing this, you are giving your battery a break from the heat created when it is charged. Every couple of months it’s a good idea to let your battery discharge completely.

How Long Does A Dyson V6 Battery Last?

The Dyson V6 battery should last around 15 minutes on full power.

Whilst this isn’t a huge amount by any stretch of the imagination, the Dyson V6 makes up for it in powerful suction so you’ll be able to do more in less time.

Also, bear in mind that the Dyson V6 battery will only last for around 6 minutes on high power.

In terms of battery lifespan, the average lifespan of a Dyson V6 battery is around 4 years though as it is a lithium-ion powered battery you can notice a dip in power after even the first year of use.

Most Dyson V6s will come with a 12 to 24-month warranty so if you find that you are noticing a dip in your power, you should be able to get a replacement battery pack without any extra cost.

If you are changing out your battery on your Dyson V6 make sure that you are disposing of it responsibly as batteries cannot be placed in the regular trash.

This is because they leak harmful chemicals into nature and have serious adverse effects on wildlife and the water table.

How Long Does A Dyson V6 Battery Take To Charge?

A Dyson V6 batteries takes between 3 to 3 and 1/2 hours to fully charge when plugged into the mains via the docking station provided with your Dyson. Off-brand batteries that fit into your Dyson V6 may have different charging times according to the manufacturer.

How To Replace Your Dyson V6 Battery

Below is a step-by-step guide to replacing your Dyson V6 battery:

Step 1: Always switch ‘OFF’ and unplug before carrying out any maintenance.
Step 2: Press the red release catch to open the bin, and press the catch a second time to release it from the cyclone.
Step 3: The battery is secured with two Phillips screws. One in the rear of the handle and one on the underside of the battery.
Step 4: Remove the screw from the rear of the handle.
Step 5: Place the machine on a soft surface and remove the screw from the underside of the battery.
Step 6: Dispose of any old parts in accordance with local codes and regulations.
Step 7: The new assembly will include the battery and two Phillips screws.
Step 8: Locate the new battery into the handle, ensuring it clicks into place.
Step 9: Secure in place with the supplied screws.

Note: A new battery will only be partially charged, and will require a full charge prior to use.

Final Thoughts

There you have it. We hope that you’ve covered all of the things you could need to know about a Dyson V6 battery and all its charging requirements.

Did we miss anything?

Let us know in the comments below if any of this information was helpful to you, or what your experiences have been with your own Dyson V6 battery life.