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.
ii For Customer Care go to www.irobot.com/Roomba900
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................i
About Your Robot .................................................................................................................. 2
Using Your Roomba® ............................................................................................................ 3
Dual Mode Virtual Wall® Barriers ........................................................................................ 4
Regular Robot Care ............................................................................................................. 4
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 8
iRobot Customer Care ......................................................................................................... 9
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