Braun Series 9 Travel Lock Problem (What You Need To Know)
Got a Braun Series 9 travel lock?
Or does your brain shaver turn off by itself?
Then you’re in the right place for answers.
In this article we’ll look at 2 main reasons why your Braun shaver acts this way, we’ll look at simple solutions to fix them and the reality of faulty tools that you should be aware of.
So with that said, let’s get into it.
Braun Series 9 travel lock problem
Your Braun shaver locks up due to the following:
- A faulty Travel lock system
- Water damage
- Dirt and debris build-up
- Poorly built tools.
But, before troubleshooting your shaver, ensure you are past your warranty date.
If you are on your warranty date, attempting to fix it could void you of a free replacement/ refund or service.
First, always contact Braun and read the specific manual of your shaver and check for shaver specifics to make sure everything is intact before attempting to fix it.
Also if you have a warranty always look to drop your shaver off at your nearest service drop-off point and get their team to solve it first.
But if you want to give it a go yourself, the guide is below. Take a look
Braun series 9 travel lock problem
If your shaver is currently acting like this:
Then you may have a travel lock problem.
The travel lock is a feature that prevents the shaver from turning on accidentally when you’re traveling or storing it.
It’s supposed to be activated by pressing and holding the on/off button for 3 seconds and deactivated by doing the same thing.
That should get your shaver going if you were unaware of the feature, if not, read on.
Fix 2
Another way to fix your shaver would be a sort of hard reset…
Run a couple of cleaning cycles in the docking station. Once all this is done. Press the power button for 5-8 seconds.
The second your shaver buzzes back into life pug it into a wall to charge– This acts as another way to reset your shaver.
This is a fix for mainly the Braun series 9.
For other models that act as such:
Press the power button once so the red lock light error pops up, then hold the power button down for (5-9 seconds), your shaver should then power up and now you’re ready to use it.
Water Damage
If the button pressing to unlock your shaver doesn’t work then it may be a situation where your shaver is internally water damaged.
Though the shaver is marketed to be waterproof… It’s only up to an extent. If you unscrew your shaver/ detach the head, you may come to find the screws/ motor were rusted, all the interior plastics had leftover hair, and the battery has become humid.
To attempt a water damage fix, you’ll want to put your shaver in a bag of rice, leave it to sit until moisture has been removed then come back take it out and see if you can work your shaver without the travel lock being randomly activated.
In a situation like this, regardless if you’re past your warranty, you can contact Braun, and explain to them exactly what’s happened and seek a replacement/service as sometimes the product you got is just crap and you don’t have to stick by that.
Braun series 9 lock problem
Other simple steps you should check to ensure your shave is in the best condition would be:
- Your shaver is not fully charged or has a low battery. This can affect the responsiveness of the button and the display. Try charging your shaver for at least an hour and then try to unlock it again.
- Your shaver is dirty or has debris stuck in the button or the display. This can interfere with the contact between the button and the circuit board.
Try cleaning your shaver with a soft cloth and some alcohol or water. Make sure to dry it thoroughly before attempting to unlock it.
To avoid this problem in the future, here are some tips:
Only activate the travel lock when you need it, such as when you’re traveling or storing your shaver for a long time. Otherwise, leave it unlocked so you can use it anytime.
- Make sure to charge your shaver regularly and keep an eye on the battery indicator. Don’t let it run too low or die completely.
- Keep your shaver clean and dry at all times. Use the Clean & Charge Station if you have one, or manually clean it with water or alcohol after every use.
- Store your shaver in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, or moisture.
And your very last option should you wish to do… Would be to just hold the button a few seconds and give it a good old-fashioned knock/shake and see if that gives it back some life.
Braun series 9 turns on by itself
Another common problem with the Braun Series 9 shavers is that they turn on by themselves randomly, even when they’re not in use or in contact with anything.
This can be very annoying, as it drains the battery, makes noise, and poses a safety risk.
Also, it’s quite common as shown from these recent comments.
The Braun series 9 power button fell off
There are a few possible reasons why this happens:
- The shaver is wet or has moisture inside it. This can cause a short circuit or a false signal that triggers the button. This can happen if you use your shaver in wet & dry mode, or if you don’t dry it properly after cleaning it.
Try drying your shaver with a hair dryer or leaving it in a well-ventilated area for a few hours. You can also try removing the battery and putting it back in and charging it to “reset” your shaver.
If your shaver is dirty or has debris stuck in the button or the display. This can also interfere with the contact between the button and the circuit board.
Try cleaning your shaver with a soft cloth and some alcohol or water. Make sure to dry it thoroughly before using it again.
Keep your shaver clean and dry at all times. Use the Clean & Charge Station if you have one, or manually clean it with water or alcohol after every use.
If after all of this, nothing changes and your shaver still has issues, contact Braun as the problem is likely a faulty circuit board or button.
There’s a possible scenario, where your shaver’s internal components are damaged or malfunctioning, and where at-home fixes can’t resolve the problem, their professional engineers may need to take a look.
This is especially the case if your button keeps falling off as shown below:
That is just poor product quality and no matter the “fix”, it will never be resolved as the product itself was not built right.
If, this keeps happening with your Braun shaver, take a look at another brand below:
Conclusion
In this article, we went through Braun Series 9 travel lock problem.
These are:
- A faulty Travel lock system
- Water damage
- Dirt and debris build-up
- Poorly built tools.
Remember, you can always contact Braun if the problems go past a simple at-home trouble-shoot and check out other articles below on this topic.
