iRobot 380t, 320 User Manual

Braava

Floor Mopping Robot

300 Series Owner’s Manual

™

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Welcome

Dear iRobot

Welcome to the world of iRobot. As an owner of the iRobot Braava Floor Mopping Robot, you join a growing group of people around the globe who, like you, are discovering an easier way to mop their ﬂoors.

The use of practical robots that help you in and around your home is a new reality. We encourage you to share your feedback as we continue to develop new and groundbreaking robots. Here’s what you can do to participate in our efforts:

• Communicate with us if you have questions, comments or require support. Contact us at global.irobot.com.

Thank you for joining the robot revolution. We look forward to your valued input as we continue to deliver groundbreaking products that will change and improve your world.

Braava™ Owner,

On behalf of the entire iRobot team,

Colin Angle Co-Founder and CEO iRobot Corporation

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Table of Contents

Safety Instructions ........................................................... 4

Braava Overview ............................................................. 6

Buttons and Lights .......................................................... 8

Battery and Charging ...................................................... 10

Sweep and Mop Modes .................................................. 12

How Braava Cleans ......................................................... 14

NorthStar® Navigation ..................................................... 16

Operating Braava ........................................................... 18

Maintenance .................................................................... 22

Trouble Shooting ............................................................. 24

Customer Support ........................................................... 27

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY

CAUTION: Do not expose the electronics of Braava, its battery or the adapter. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

WARNING: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

To avoid the risk of injury or damage, these basic precautions should always be followed:

• Read all safety and operating instructions before using Braava.

• Read and heed all warnings in this manual and on Braava, the Cube and

the adapter.

• Only use Braava in accordance with the speciﬁcations outlined in this manual.

• Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions

on this device. Tampering with these functions may create a hazardous condition, and it will void your warranty.

• Be aware that ﬂoors may be slippery after wet cleaning with Braava.

• Braava operates very quietly. Take care when walking in the area Braava

is cleaning to avoid stepping on Braava and tripping.

USE RESTRICTIONS

• Braava is not a toy. Supervise children and pets when Braava is cleaning.

• Braava has electrical parts. Do not spray, rinse or submerge it in water.

Clean with a dry cloth only.

• Braava is for indoor use on hard surface ﬂoors only.

• Do not use Braava to pick up large debris, liquid spills, bleach, paint,

or other chemicals.

• Do not use Braava near any objects that are burning or smoking.

• Before using Braava, remove fragile objects from the cleaning area, including

objects on furniture that can fall if the furniture is pushed or bumped.

• Move any power cords as well as cords for blinds and curtains out of the

way to reduce the risk of objects being pulled down.

• Block off access to open balconies near the cleaning area with physical barriers.

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• Make sure the cleaning cloth does not drape into the middle channel

between the gripping strips as this could impede sensor functions and safe operation. See page 18 for further detail.

• When mopping, do not use Braava in areas where wetness can damage

unﬁnished or unsealed ﬂoors or delicate carpeting or rugs.

• Operate at room temperature. Do not expose Braava or its batteries to

freezing or extreme heat.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

BATTERY AND CHARGING

• Charge using a standard U.S. (120V AC) outlet only.

• Only use the included adapter to charge Braava. Braava 320 and 380t

chargers are not cross-compatible.

• Only use rechargeable battery packs approved by the manufacturer.

• Do not use an adapter with a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not handle or charge Braava when hands are wet.

• Always disconnect Braava from the adapter before cleaning.

Notice: Braava contains a software interface for the purpose of enabling the manufacturer to provide updates to the internal ﬁrmware if any such updates are made available to users. Any attempt to access, retrieve, copy, modify, distribute or otherwise use any of the Braava software is strictly prohibited.

FCC Notice: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1. The device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by

iRobot could void your warranty.

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Braava Overview

Braava

Control Buttons

NorthStar® Navigation Sensor

Navigation System Indicator

Bumper

Handle

Cube on/off button (on back corner)

Removable Cleaning Pad

NorthStar® Navigation Cube

Battery Charging Port

Floor Transition Sensors

Wheel Guards

Charging Adapter

Turbo Charge Cradle (380t)

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Multi-Purpose Cleaning Pad

For dry sweeping or wet mopping, disposable or reusable microﬁber cloths.

Cloth Gripping Strips

Middle Channel for Floor Transition Sensors

Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad (Ships with Select Models)

For wet mopping with the blue Pro-Clean microﬁber cleaning cloth.

Fill Cap

Reservoir

Wick

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Buttons and Lights

Power Button

Press once to turn Braava on. Hold for 2 seconds to turn Braava off.

Blue solid light: Power on Red blinking light: Battery starting to get low Red solid light: Low battery (needs to be recharged)

Sweep Button

For use with dry cloths.

Press once to start cleaning.* Press while cleaning to pause.

Blue solid light: Sweep mode activated Blue blinking light: Sweep mode paused

Mop Button

For use with wet cloths.

Press once to start cleaning.* Press while cleaning to pause.

Blue solid light: Mop mode activated Blue blinking light: Mop mode paused

*Holding the cleaning mode button will activate Quick Clean Mode. See page 15.

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Navigation System Indicators

NorthStar Connection

Blue blinking light (1): Establishing connection Blue solid light (1 to 3): Locked onto NorthStar Cube

The number of lights indicates the strength of Braava’s connection to the navigation system, with 3 being strongest. If there are no lights, Braava does not detect a NorthStar signal.

Other States

Blue lights ﬂashing in sequence: Thinking Blue lights ﬂashing with pause: Sleep mode Red light in middle: Error*

*See trouble shooting section for more information.

NorthStar

Blue blinking light: Power on, broadcasting signal Blue solid light: Power on, connected to Braava Red solid light: Batteries low

Navigation Cube Lights

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