Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE, READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SETTING UP, USING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ROBOT.
THIS APPLIANCE CAN BE USED BY CHILDREN AGED FROM 8 YEARS AND ABOVE AND PERSONS
WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL CAPABILITIES OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE AND
KNOWLEDGE IF THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN SUPERVISION OR INSTRUCTION CONCERNING USE OF
THE APPLIANCE IN A SAFE WAY AND UNDERSTAND THE HAZARDS INVOLVED. CHILDREN SHALL
NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE. CLEANING AND USER MAINTENANCE SHALL NOT BE MADE BY
CHILDREN WITHOUT SUPERVISION.
WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF YOUR
ROBOT, OR THE INTEGRATED DOCK-CHARGER KNOWN AS HOME BASE. THERE ARE NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DO NOT HANDLE YOUR ROBOT AND HOME BASE™ WITH WET HANDS.
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Important Safety Instruction (cont.)
• Heed all warnings on your robot, and it’s parts.
• WARNING: Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry location only.
• Your robot is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Small children and pets should
be supervised when your robot is operating.
• Store and operate your robot in room temperature environments only.
• Do not use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass, or anything that is burning or smoking.
• Do not use this device to pick up spills of water bleach, paint, or other chemicals,
or anything wet.
• Do not spray or pour liquids on your robot.
• Before using this device, pick up objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or
curtains, power cords, and any fragile objects. If the device passes over a power cord and
drags it, there is a chance an object could be pulled o a table or shelf.
• If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical barrier should be used to prevent
access to the balcony and ensure safe operation.
• Do not place anything on top of your robot.
• Be aware that the robot moves on its own. Take care when walking in the area that the robot
is operating in to avoid stepping on it.
• Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the floor.
• WARNING Shock Hazard: Your robot comes with a region approved power
supplycord. Do not use any other power supply cord. For replacement cords, please
contact Customer Care to ensure proper selection of country specific power supply cord.
• This robot is intended for dry floor use only.
• WARNING Shock and Fire Hazard: This product is designed to be plugged
into a standard outlet only. Product may not be used with any type of power converter.
Use of power converters will immediately void the warranty.
• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. Use only the rechargeable battery supplied
with the product. For replacement, purchase identical iRobot battery or contact
iRobot Customer Care for alternative battery options.
• CAUTION: Only charge one of the following iRobot batteries: maximum 14.8V, max
3000mAh Ni-MH or maximum 3300mAh Li-ion battery. Other type of batteries may burst
causing injury. Always contact Customer Care for the correct replacement of your battery.
• WARNING Shock Hazard: Do not use a Home Base with a damaged cord or plug
if the cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced.
• Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and accessories before
long-term storage or transportation.
• If you live in an area prone to electrical storms, it is recommended that you use
additional surge protection. Your robot’s Home Base may be protected with a surge
protector in the event of severe electrical storms.
• WARNING Shock Hazard: Always disconnect your robot from the Home Base
before cleaning or maintaining it.
• Before every use, check the battery pack for any sign of damage or leakage. Do not
charge damaged or leaking battery packs.
• WARNING Chemical Exposure: If the battery pack is leaking, do not allow the liquid
to come in contact with skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the aected area
with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. Place the battery in a sealed
plastic bag and dispose of safely according to local environmental regulations. return
it to your local authorized iRobot Service Center for disposal.
• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before disposal.
• WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard: Do not crush or dismantle battery packs.
Do not heat or place the battery pack near any heat sourceor direct sunlight. Do not
incinerate or short-circuit the battery pack. Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.
• Do not immerse the battery pack in any liquid.
• Contact your local waste management authority for battery recycling and disposal
regulations in your area.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates:
Do not dispose of electrical appliances or batteries as unsorted municipal waste,
use separate collection facilities. Contact your local authority for information regarding
the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or
dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food
chain, damaging your health and well-being. Please contact your local or regional
waste authority for more information on collection, reuse and recycling programs.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................i
About Your Roomba® ........................................................................................................... 2
Using Your Roomba® ............................................................................................................. 3
Scheduling ............................................................................................................................. 4
Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 5
Regular Robot Care ............................................................................................................. 6
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 10
iRobot Customer Care ....................................................................................................... 11
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About your Roomba
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Top View
Faceplate
Bin Release
Button
Dust Bin
andFilter
Bottom View
Extractor Caps
Dust Bin and Filter
Cli Sensor
Cli Sensor
RCON Sensor
Handle
Light Touch Sensor
Debris Extractors
Extractor Frame
Release Tabs
Cli Sensor
Side Brush
Charging
Contacts
Cli Sensor
Caster Wheel
Cli Sensor
Home Base
RCON
Sensor
Charging
Contacts
Buttons & Indicators
Battery Indicator
Dirt Detect™ Indicator
CLEAN/Power Button
DAY
DOCK
HOUR
CLOCK
Anti-Tangle
Indicator
Troubleshooting
Indicator
OK
SPOT
MINUTE
SCHEDULE
Full Bin Indicator
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