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... advantage of people who clean with your specific robot, including answers to get acquainted with your Roomba, to questions, maintenance tips, video demos, live chat and more life, Colin Angle Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder iRobot Corporation P.S. Here's to get it done. Yours for less chores and more . • Get product updates and other valuable information Be...
... advantage of people who clean with your specific robot, including answers to get acquainted with your Roomba, to questions, maintenance tips, video demos, live chat and more life, Colin Angle Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder iRobot Corporation P.S. Here's to get it done. Yours for less chores and more . • Get product updates and other valuable information Be...
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...; To resume the cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. • To turn Roomba OFF, press and hold the CLEAN button until Roomba's lights turn Roomba ON, press CLEAN once. Remove battery pull tab Turning Roomba on and off the power supply, remove the battery from Roomba and store in use. • Recharge Roomba as soon as possible. For Best Performance • Remove and clean Roomba's brushes after every use. • Empty Roomba's bin and clean its filter after every use . Clean with water.
...; To resume the cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. • To turn Roomba OFF, press and hold the CLEAN button until Roomba's lights turn Roomba ON, press CLEAN once. Remove battery pull tab Turning Roomba on and off the power supply, remove the battery from Roomba and store in use. • Recharge Roomba as soon as possible. For Best Performance • Remove and clean Roomba's brushes after every use. • Empty Roomba's bin and clean its filter after every use . Clean with water.
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... Contents iRobot Roomba Anatomy 6 Cleaning Pattern 7 Cleaning Modes 8 Cleaning System 9 Cleaning Bins 10 Battery Storage and Charging 11-12 Optional Accessories 13 Virtual Wall 13-14 Virtual Wall® Lighthouses 15-16 Home Base 17 Wiresless Command Center 18 Remote Control 19 Scheduling Roomba (selected models 20-21 Regular Maintenance 22-24 Language Selection Mode (selected models 25 Troubleshooting 26-27 Replaceable Modules...
... Contents iRobot Roomba Anatomy 6 Cleaning Pattern 7 Cleaning Modes 8 Cleaning System 9 Cleaning Bins 10 Battery Storage and Charging 11-12 Optional Accessories 13 Virtual Wall 13-14 Virtual Wall® Lighthouses 15-16 Home Base 17 Wiresless Command Center 18 Remote Control 19 Scheduling Roomba (selected models 20-21 Regular Maintenance 22-24 Language Selection Mode (selected models 25 Troubleshooting 26-27 Replaceable Modules...
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...) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Scheduling Interface Dirt Detect™ Dirt Detect™ CLEAN/Power Button SPOT/DOCK Button (varies by model) CLEAN/Power Button DOCK Button (models 550-599) MAX Button (models 600+) Cliff Sensor Openings Edge-Cleaning Side Brush Right Wheel Module Bottom View Contact Points for Home Base (selected models) Removable Caster Wheel Left Wheel Module Dirt Detect™ Sensor Flexible Brush Main Brush Brush Guard Brush Bearings End Caps Brush Guard Release Tabs 6 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
...) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Scheduling Interface Dirt Detect™ Dirt Detect™ CLEAN/Power Button SPOT/DOCK Button (varies by model) CLEAN/Power Button DOCK Button (models 550-599) MAX Button (models 600+) Cliff Sensor Openings Edge-Cleaning Side Brush Right Wheel Module Bottom View Contact Points for Home Base (selected models) Removable Caster Wheel Left Wheel Module Dirt Detect™ Sensor Flexible Brush Main Brush Brush Guard Brush Bearings End Caps Brush Guard Release Tabs 6 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
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Floor Surfaces Roomba works on cords, carpet fringe or tassels. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 9 Filter 1 Side brush sweeps along edge of walls and into corners. 2 Two counterrotating brushes scoop up dirt, hair, and debris into the bin. 3 Powerful vacuum picks up a cord or tassel, it has picked up the remaining fine particles, dirt, and hair. Roomba might stall when confronting rounded edges and might...
Floor Surfaces Roomba works on cords, carpet fringe or tassels. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 9 Filter 1 Side brush sweeps along edge of walls and into corners. 2 Two counterrotating brushes scoop up dirt, hair, and debris into the bin. 3 Powerful vacuum picks up a cord or tassel, it has picked up the remaining fine particles, dirt, and hair. Roomba might stall when confronting rounded edges and might...
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... accessory for everyday cleaning. Use this bin when cleaning larger-than the vacuum cleaning bin. The dual action, counter-rotating brushes pick up debris, while the vacuum sucks up the dirt and dust. Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Aero-VacTM or Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin The Aero-Vac or Original vacuum cleaning bin should be used for all models) The high-capacity sweeper bin can hold more...
... accessory for everyday cleaning. Use this bin when cleaning larger-than the vacuum cleaning bin. The dual action, counter-rotating brushes pick up debris, while the vacuum sucks up the dirt and dust. Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Aero-VacTM or Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin The Aero-Vac or Original vacuum cleaning bin should be used for all models) The high-capacity sweeper bin can hold more...
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Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. CLEAN button light Solid red Amber pulse Solid green Quick amber pulse Battery status Battery empty Charging Fully charged 16-hour refresh charge CLEAN/Power Button 12 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery. Charging Lights Roomba uses the CLEAN button light to determine the status of two ways: Or Using the Home Base Using the Power Supply Only TIP: W hen Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that it is on.
Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. CLEAN button light Solid red Amber pulse Solid green Quick amber pulse Battery status Battery empty Charging Fully charged 16-hour refresh charge CLEAN/Power Button 12 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery. Charging Lights Roomba uses the CLEAN button light to determine the status of two ways: Or Using the Home Base Using the Power Supply Only TIP: W hen Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that it is on.
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..., place the Virtual Wall on the floor, etc. If the power light blinks green, the batteries will drain the battery faster. Use the slider bar to adjust the length of protection around itself, preventing Roomba from getting too close to electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the outside of ...models) Virtual Walls create an invisible barrier that the width of the doorway you would like to block. The Virtual Walls can be set to block an opening you wish to block. A higher range will soon need replacement. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot...
..., place the Virtual Wall on the floor, etc. If the power light blinks green, the batteries will drain the battery faster. Use the slider bar to adjust the length of protection around itself, preventing Roomba from getting too close to electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the outside of ...models) Virtual Walls create an invisible barrier that the width of the doorway you would like to block. The Virtual Walls can be set to block an opening you wish to block. A higher range will soon need replacement. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot...
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... low, the Virtual Wall power light will shut off after 135 minutes. AUTO OFF Compact Virtual Wall Battery Installation To open the battery compartment, simply apply pressure on both iRobot logos located on either side of the Virtual Wall towards the opening you would like to indicate that it needs new batteries. Virtual Wall® (continued) Compact Manual Virtual Wall A Manual Virtual Wall must be turned on by hand...
... low, the Virtual Wall power light will shut off after 135 minutes. AUTO OFF Compact Virtual Wall Battery Installation To open the battery compartment, simply apply pressure on both iRobot logos located on either side of the Virtual Wall towards the opening you would like to indicate that it needs new batteries. Virtual Wall® (continued) Compact Manual Virtual Wall A Manual Virtual Wall must be turned on by hand...
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It automatically turns off when Roomba turns off. Range Selector Distance TIP: A void placing Virtual Wall Lighthouses too close to each other, the Home Base, or furniture that Roomba will flash repeatedly. 16 iRobot Roomba 500 Series TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light will not cross. When battery levels are not planning to the...
It automatically turns off when Roomba turns off. Range Selector Distance TIP: A void placing Virtual Wall Lighthouses too close to each other, the Home Base, or furniture that Roomba will flash repeatedly. 16 iRobot Roomba 500 Series TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light will not cross. When battery levels are not planning to the...
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... left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is powered on from now on the Command Center for selected models) The Wireless Command Center lets you need four "AA" batteries (not included). 1 Make sure Roomba's battery is fully charged. 2 Unplug the power supply or remove Roomba from its cleaning time appropriately. Pairing Roomba with a Roomba, you conveniently control Roomba's functions. Roomba...
... left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is powered on from now on the Command Center for selected models) The Wireless Command Center lets you need four "AA" batteries (not included). 1 Make sure Roomba's battery is fully charged. 2 Unplug the power supply or remove Roomba from its cleaning time appropriately. Pairing Roomba with a Roomba, you conveniently control Roomba's functions. Roomba...
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... steer it started, intensely cleaning a local area. Models 520-599 Roomba attempts to turn Roomba on the Home Base, if present. Before using an invisible infrared beam. The Remote WILL NOT work when Roomba is a direct line of sight from the Remote Control to where it around your remote for selected models) SPOT Button CLEAN/Power Button Directional Buttons . . . For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 19...
... steer it started, intensely cleaning a local area. Models 520-599 Roomba attempts to turn Roomba on the Home Base, if present. Before using an invisible infrared beam. The Remote WILL NOT work when Roomba is a direct line of sight from the Remote Control to where it around your remote for selected models) SPOT Button CLEAN/Power Button Directional Buttons . . . For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 19...
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... Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Regularly pull out and clean Roomba's front wheel. Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Tip: If you perform the following maintenance regularly: 1 Remove and empty Roomba's bin after every cleaning cycle. Push down and remove to remove bin. 2 Clean Roomba's filter Aero-Vac Vacuum...
... Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Regularly pull out and clean Roomba's front wheel. Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Tip: If you perform the following maintenance regularly: 1 Remove and empty Roomba's bin after every cleaning cycle. Push down and remove to remove bin. 2 Clean Roomba's filter Aero-Vac Vacuum...
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...: www.irobot.com 23 E. Use the included cleaning tool to easily remove hair from Roomba's yellow brush bearings. Brush Bearings Brush Caps Tip: W hen maintaining Roomba, look for replacement bearings. These parts are designed to run Roomba without the bearings. B. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. 3 Clean Roomba's brushes A. R emove brush guard by pulling it over the brush. C. Remove and clean hair and dirt from Roomba's bristle brush by lifting both yellow tabs. Bearings D. Remove and clean Roomba's brush caps. Remove brushes and inspect brush bearings...
...: www.irobot.com 23 E. Use the included cleaning tool to easily remove hair from Roomba's yellow brush bearings. Brush Bearings Brush Caps Tip: W hen maintaining Roomba, look for replacement bearings. These parts are designed to run Roomba without the bearings. B. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. 3 Clean Roomba's brushes A. R emove brush guard by pulling it over the brush. C. Remove and clean hair and dirt from Roomba's bristle brush by lifting both yellow tabs. Bearings D. Remove and clean Roomba's brush caps. Remove brushes and inspect brush bearings...
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... both turn freely. If the problem is stuck. Tip : To repeat Roomba's error message, press the "clean" button. Runtime Errors Roomba Or Roomba says.... Error 10 ... Likely cause What to resolve Roomba's problem. Roomba's cliff sensors are firmly on the floor. Roomba's bumper is compressed or the bumper sensor is not registering obstacles. Roomba's side wheel is stuck or its bumper is dirty. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Start Roomba in a new location. Start Roomba in a new location. Push...
... both turn freely. If the problem is stuck. Tip : To repeat Roomba's error message, press the "clean" button. Runtime Errors Roomba Or Roomba says.... Error 10 ... Likely cause What to resolve Roomba's problem. Roomba's cliff sensors are firmly on the floor. Roomba's bumper is compressed or the bumper sensor is not registering obstacles. Roomba's side wheel is stuck or its bumper is dirty. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Start Roomba in a new location. Start Roomba in a new location. Push...
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... a dry cloth. displays... Charging Roomba's battery is not registering obstacles. charging error. Let Roomba cool down the two buttons above and below ) and try charging again. Roomba's cliff sensors are dirty. Please inspect and clean Roomba's wheels. Tip: T o reset Roomba's software, simultaneously hold down for 10 seconds. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Likely cause 11 beeps Roomba's bumper is not Error 1. Plug Roomba into the power supply or place on the floor. Clean wheels...
... a dry cloth. displays... Charging Roomba's battery is not registering obstacles. charging error. Let Roomba cool down the two buttons above and below ) and try charging again. Roomba's cliff sensors are dirty. Please inspect and clean Roomba's wheels. Tip: T o reset Roomba's software, simultaneously hold down for 10 seconds. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Likely cause 11 beeps Roomba's bumper is not Error 1. Plug Roomba into the power supply or place on the floor. Clean wheels...
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Front caster wheel Bottom cover Battery Cleaning head module Left side wheel module Bin module Side brush with screw Caster housing Right side wheel module Side brush module Chassis Replaceable faceplate 28 iRobot Roomba 500 Series To access Roomba's replaceable modules, remove the bottom cover of modules that holds the spinning side brush. Replaceable Modules Roomba has a number of Roomba by removing the four screws that hold down the bottom cover and the screw that can be replaced, including its drive wheels, side brush, main cleaning head, vacuum bin, caster wheel, and battery.
Front caster wheel Bottom cover Battery Cleaning head module Left side wheel module Bin module Side brush with screw Caster housing Right side wheel module Side brush module Chassis Replaceable faceplate 28 iRobot Roomba 500 Series To access Roomba's replaceable modules, remove the bottom cover of modules that holds the spinning side brush. Replaceable Modules Roomba has a number of Roomba by removing the four screws that hold down the bottom cover and the screw that can be replaced, including its drive wheels, side brush, main cleaning head, vacuum bin, caster wheel, and battery.
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Battery Removal (models 500 and above) Follow these instructions to remove and reinstall Roomba's battery. 1 Remove Roomba's side brush screw. 2 Remove Roomba's side brush. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 31
Battery Removal (models 500 and above) Follow these instructions to remove and reinstall Roomba's battery. 1 Remove Roomba's side brush screw. 2 Remove Roomba's side brush. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 31
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... briefly spin backwards to get free. Using a small Philips head screwdriver, first remove the screw from obstruction. When Roomba's brushes encounter items such as carpet tassels or wires, the Side Brush may also occur on items such as carpet tassels or wires, the brushes will briefly reverse direction to free itself. This action causes a thumping sound that can be cleaned. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot...
... briefly spin backwards to get free. Using a small Philips head screwdriver, first remove the screw from obstruction. When Roomba's brushes encounter items such as carpet tassels or wires, the Side Brush may also occur on items such as carpet tassels or wires, the brushes will briefly reverse direction to free itself. This action causes a thumping sound that can be cleaned. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot...
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...-routine servicing to iRobot. Product may be supervised when Roomba is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on Roomba, battery, power supply and in the event of the appliance by the manufacturer to ensure they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of severe electrical storms. • Never handle the power supply with a surge protector in owner's manual. • Follow all operating and use instructions. •...
...-routine servicing to iRobot. Product may be supervised when Roomba is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on Roomba, battery, power supply and in the event of the appliance by the manufacturer to ensure they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of severe electrical storms. • Never handle the power supply with a surge protector in owner's manual. • Follow all operating and use instructions. •...