Kindle fire not charging

If you're having problems like kindle fire won't charge, the issue could be a fault with the tablet, a problem with the charging cable, a problem with micro-USB power port or a deficient power outlet.

Testing the Charging Adapter, Cable & Port

To recognize if the charger isn’t working, you could take the USB cable and attach it to a pc or another power source to look for a charge. If it begins to charge, the problem is with the charger itself. You should purchase a rather less expensive one directly from the Amazon official website.

When you go to connect the cable, ensure that it is seated securely. Attempt to move it around gently to detect any signs of the connector being loose. If this is the case, you can attempt to lay your Fire on a flat surface and charge it that manner. Should this solve provide a charge, and then you definitely recognize that the port is leading to your Amazon Fire tablet no longer charging.

Try Reset

Hold down the power button for 40 seconds to make sure that the Fire is absolutely powered down.

Turn the fire back on.

Still no charge? A factory reset could assist you and also kindle customer service. Just know that this must only be performed so long as the alternative methods have failed to produce positive effects.

For reset:

1.                  Swipe down on the home screen to access the menu.

2.                  Tap Settings, then Device Options.

3.                  Choose Reset to Factory Defaults.

4.                  Select Reset to verify.

5.                  Next, we’ll force a system to reload.

6.                  Hold and press the Volume Up button and Power button for 40 seconds.

7.                  Release the Power button but maintain your hold on the Volume Up button until installing the latest software appears on the screen.

8.                  Allow the update to complete the setup, and reboot your Fire.

Dead Battery

Have all the above steps failed you? Then the issue most clearly falls for your battery. This is a major problem as replacing the battery will cost you nearly the same as a brand new Amazon Fire. Amazon also highly discourages battery replacements however if you’re okay with it, you could do it yourself. How to fix Kindle wont charge and Kindle paperwhite frozen.

Making Sure the Power Outlet Works

Be sure that the power outlet you've been trying to use is, in fact, properly functioning. Plug in another device into the same outlet to confirm that the power is flowing.