I was using my Swiffer Wet Jet last night and it was cleaning great until the motor just stopped working, so I disassembled it to see what was wrong with it.
Here are the steps I took to fix it and get my Swiffer Wet Jet working again. Follow the complete guide and you will be able to solve the issue by the end of the article.
1. Check to See if the Floor is Wet
I have a Swiffer Wet Jet and the other day I noticed that the motor wasn’t working and checked to see if the floor was wet and it wasn’t, so I knew it wasn’t just that the floor was too wet for the Swiffer to work.
After that, I checked the battery and it was fine, so I knew it wasn’t a power issue. I tried turning it off and on again, but that didn’t work. I shook it a bit, but that didn’t work either.
Finally, I took the bottom plate off and saw that there was something jammed in the gears. Once I removed the jam, the Swiffer worked fine!
2. Check if the Water Bottle is Full
I had the same problem with my Swiffer Wet Jet and I figured out what was wrong. The first thing you should do is check to see if the water bottle is full. If it’s not, then that’s probably why your Swiffer isn’t working. Fill it up and see if that does the trick.
3. Put water in the Machine
If your Swiffer Wet Jet won’t start, the first thing to do is check that it’s properly connected to the charging base. To do this, remove the machine from the charging base and look for any debris or damage on the charging prongs.
If everything looks good, reattach the machine to the charging base and make sure that the contact points are lined up correctly. If your Swiffer Wet Jet still won’t start, it may be time to replace the battery.
4. Connect the Machine to the Charging Base
If your Swiffer Wet Jet doesn’t seem to be holding a charge, the first thing you should do is check to make sure that it is properly connected to the charging base.
To do this, simply remove the machine from the charging base and then reattach it. Make sure that you hear a click when you do so, indicating that it is properly in place. If you still don’t see any improvement, try moving the charging base to a different outlet.
5. Replace the Batteries
Another common reason is that the batteries are drained or dead. Hence, you should put new AAA batteries into your machine.
Make sure to insert the batteries correctly. Then, restart your machine and check if the motor starts working or not.
6. Put Cleaning Solution into the Tank
I was recently having some issues with my Swiffer Wet Jet and realized that the problem was that the motor wasn’t working. After doing some research, I found out that the most likely cause is that there is no cleaning solution in the tank.
So, if you’re having this issue, be sure to check and see if there is any cleaning solution in the tank. If not, simply add some and see if that fixes the problem.
7. Release the Trigger and Use the Machine as Usual
I was having some issues with my Swiffer Wet Jet the other day. The motor wasn’t working and I couldn’t get it to start. I released the trigger and used the machine as usual and it worked perfectly. Here’s a quick fix if you’re having the same issue.
- Hold down the green release button on the front of your wet jet until you hear a clicking sound.
- Then press and hold in red button near the back of your wet jet for 3 seconds.
- Let go of both buttons when done, and then turn on your vacuum cleaner.
- If this doesn’t work for you, please contact us!
8. Contact the Manufacturer
You can also contact Swiffer support if you are still unable to solve the issue. They are professionals in the field and they can guide you better.
The manufacturer can diagnose the fault rightly and can fix it. If the device is under warranty, you can claim a refund, repair, or replacement from the company.
Also, go through The Swiffer Wet Jet Not Spraying Fixed
Conclusion
If your Swiffer Wet Jet motor stops working, there are a few things you can try to fix. First, check the batteries. In case they’re low, replace them with new ones.
If that doesn’t work, try cleaning the motor with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol. If that doesn’t fix the problem, you may need to replace the motor.
