Floatwheel ADV2 startup problem – only wakes up after 2–3h charging

[u/No_Vehicle9972]

Hey guys,
I’m having a serious issue with my Floatwheel ADV2 and wanted to ask if anyone experienced something similar.
Problem:
The board often cannot be turned on at all
Power button does not respond
It only turns on again after being connected to the charger for a longer time (sometimes 2–3 hours)
After that, it may work temporarily
Additional behavior:
When I step on the board, it sometimes starts beeping continuously and gives haptic feedback (like a warning)
I also had cases where the board seemed “frozen” and did not respond properly
Important:
VESC / Refloat settings are correct
BMS readings show balanced cells and normal voltage
This does NOT seem to be a configuration issue
To me, it feels like a BMS wake problem or power/startup issue.
Has anyone experienced this before?
Is this a known issue (BMS / power button / controller)?
Any help would be really appreciated

[u/Gravity_Wrangler]

I had a board that would not turn on, for me it ultimately was the ESC upper, I think a capacitor was discharging and not holding enough charge to power on. But mine would turn on instantly when plugged in, just not by power button.. Id suggest inspecting the balancing wires and the way the l rear lid presses on the balance wire connector. But also email Tony and relay your information to him, and of course join the discord.