iRobot ROOMBA E5158 Instruction manual

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

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WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or damage, read and follow the safety precautions when
setting up, using, and maintaining your robot.

This appliance may only be used by children aged 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 must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential physical injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Risk of electric shock Class II equipment Read owner’s

Risk of fire For indoor use only

Separate Supply Unit Rated power

Indicates output
polarity

Rated power
output, d.c.

Rated power
input, d.c.

input, a.c.

manual

Keep out of reach
of children

General symbol for
recycling

BFP

Backfeed Protection

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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE:

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in property damage.

GENERAL

WARNING

• Your robot is not a toy. Small children and pets should be
supervised when your robot is operating.

• Do not sit or stand on your robot or Home Base charging station.

• Do not use unauthorised chargers. Use of an unauthorised
charger could cause the battery to generate heat, smoke, catch
fire, or explode.

• Your robot comes with a region approved power supply cord
and is designed to be plugged into a standard household AC
power outlet only. 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.

• Do not open your robot or the Home Base charging station.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.

• Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry locations only.

• Do not handle your robot and Home Base with wet hands.

• Store and operate your robot in room temperature
environments only.

• 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.

CAUTION

• 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.

• Do not use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass, or
anything that is burning or smoking.

• 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.
Before using this device, pick up objects like clothing, loose
papers, pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords, and
any fragile objects.

NOTICE

• This robot is intended for dry floor use only. Do not use this
device to pick up spills. Do not allow your robot or Home Base
charging station to become wet.

• Do not place anything on top of your robot.

• The failure to maintain the cleanliness of charger contacts
could result in loss of ability for the robot to charge the battery.

HOME BASE™ CHARGING STATION

WARNING

• Do not use a Home Base with a damaged cord or plug. If the
cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced.

• Always disconnect your robot from the Home Base before
cleaning or maintaining it.

• Only use the included battery charger to charge the iRobot
ABL-D1 battery. Other types of batteries may burst, causing injury.
Always contact Customer Care for the correct replacement of
your battery. Battery Charger model 17070: Input AC 100-240 V,
50-60 Hz, 0.68 A; 33 W. Output DC 20.5 V, 1.25 A.

• To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that
the Home Base Charging Station is placed at least 4 feet (1.2
metres) away from stairs.

NOTICE

• The product may not be used with any type of power converter.
Use of power converters will immediately void the warranty.

• 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.

BATTERY

WARNING

• Do not open, crush, heat above 176° F: 80° C, or incinerate.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not short-circuit the battery by allowing metal objects to
come into contact with the battery terminals, or immerse in liquid.
Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.

• Periodically inspect the battery pack for any sign of damage
or leakage. Immediately stop using the battery if there are
noticeable abnormalities, such as smell, heat, discolouration, or
deformity. Do not charge damaged or leaking battery packs;
do not allow the liquid to come into contact with skin or eyes. If

contact has been made, wash the aected area with copious
amounts of water and seek medical advice. Place the battery
in a sealed plastic bag and dispose of it safely according
to local environmental regulations. Return it to your local
authorised iRobot Service Centre for disposal.

• Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion
batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations.
If you need to ship this product (with the battery included)
for service, travel, or any other reason, you MUST see the
Troubleshooting section of your manual or contact Customer
Care for shipping instructions.

CAUTION

• Battery usage by children should be supervised. Seek medical
advice immediately if a cell or battery has been swallowed.

NOTICE

• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before
disposal.

• For best results, only use the iRobot lithium ion battery that
comes with the robot.

• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. Use only the
rechargeable battery supplied with the product. For
replacement, purchase an identical iRobot battery or contact
iRobot Customer Care for alternative battery options.

• Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local
regulations.

• Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and
accessories before long-term storage.

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About your Roomba® Robot Vacuum

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Top View

Faceplate

Dust Bin
and Filter

Bin Release
Button

Bottom View

Brush Caps

Dust Bin and Filter

Brush Frame
Release Tab

Cli Sensor

RCON Sensor

Handle

Light Touch
Sensor

Multi-Surface
Brushes

Cli Sensor

Edge-Sweeping
Brush

Charging
Contacts

Cli Sensor

Castor Wheel

Cli Sensor

Home Base

RCON
Sensor

IR Sensor
Window

Charging
Contacts

Buttons & Indicators

Troubleshooting
Indicator

Wi-Fi Indicator

Battery Indicator

Spot Clean Button

CLEAN/Power Button

Home Button

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Using Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum

Set up the Home Base™ charging station

WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that

the Home Base Charging Station is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 metres) away
from stairs.

Place the Home Base in an open, uncluttered area, leaving the
following distances around the Home Base:

• At least 1.5 feet (0.5 metres) on each side of the Home Base

• At least 4 feet (1.2 metres) in front of the Home Base and at least
4feet (1.2 metres) away from stairs

• At least 8 feet (2.5 metres) from Virtual Wall Barriers

• Always keep the Home Base plugged in and make sure it is in an area
with consistent Wi-Fi® coverage to allow the Roomba® robot vacuum
to receive information via the iRobot HOME App.

Download the iRobot HOME App and connect to Wi-Fi

• Watch an overview video with instructions on how to set up and use
your Roomba® robot vacuum

• Set an automatic cleaning schedule and customise cleaning
preferences

• Enable automatic software updates

• Access tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
including how to pair your Roomba® robot vacuum with other smart
devices.

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Get to know your robot

• Place the robot on the Home Base to activate the battery

Note: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you

charge the robot on the Home Base for 3 hours prior to starting the first
complete cleaning cycle.

Note: Remove excess clutter from floors before cleaning (e.g. clothing, toys, etc.).

Use your Roomba® robot vacuum frequently to maintain well-conditioned floors.

If the robot is returning to recharge after completing a cleaning cycle,
itwill play a series of tones to indicate successful completion of the job.

• To pause the robot during a cleaning cycle, press CLEAN.

• To resume the cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again.

• To send the robot back to its Home Base during a cleaning cycle, press
CLEAN and then (Home) button on the robot or press CLEAN on the
iRobot HOME App main screen. This will end the cleaning cycle.

Note: When the robot is returning to the Home Base, the (Home) button

willblink.

• The robot will automatically engage Dirt Detect™ mode when it
encounters a high concentration of dirt or debris. The robot will move
in a spiral motion to clean the area more thoroughly. The CLEAN
button will pulse when the robot engages Dirt Detect™ mode. When
finished, the robot will continue its cleaning job.

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Accessories

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• You can use the Spot Clean feature to make the robot target
specific spills. Just place the robot in the centre of the debris and
press (Spot Clean). The robot will clean the area by spiralling
outwards about 3 feet (1 metre) and then spiral inwards to end
where it started.

• Keep the robot on the Home Base™ charging station so it’s always
ready to clean when you need it. If you need to store the robot o
the charging station, turn o the battery by removing the robot
from the Home Base charging station and holding down the

(Home) button for 9 seconds. All indicators will turn o and you
will hear an audible tone. You can then store the robot in a cool,
dry place. To wake the robot up and turn on the battery, plug
in the Home Base charging station and place the robot on the
charging station.

• When the robot is charging, it will turn o the indicator lights
to save energy. You can check the status by pressing the
CLEAN button. The Battery Indicator icon will illuminate amber
when the battery is charging and green when the battery is fully
charged. Battery charge status can also be viewed in the
iRobot HOME App.

Note: After each use, empty the bin and clean the filter.

Dual Mode Virtual Wall® Barrier

(compatible with all models)

Use the Dual Mode Virtual Wall® barrier
to keep the robot in the places you want
cleaned – and out of the ones you don’t.
It creates an invisible barrier that only the
robot can see. You can leave the device
in position between cleanings.

Choose the mode to meet your needs:

Virtual Wall Mode: When the switch

is in the Virtual Wall position ( ), the
device will create a linear barrier to block
openings up to 10 feet (3 metres).

Note: This barrier gets wider as it gets

further from the device (refer to illustration).

10 ft./3 m

Halo Mode: Toggle the switch to the

Halo position ( ) to create a circular
barrier. This will prevent the robot
from approaching zones you want
to protect such as a pet bowl, vase,
or under a desk. The Halo barrier
extends approximately 24 inches (60
centimetres) from the centre of the
device.

Note: The batteries will last about 8-10 months under normal use. If you are not

planning to use your Virtual Wall barrier for an extended period of time, be sure
to turn the switch to the O or middle position.

24 in/60 cm

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Care and Maintenance

Emptying the Bin

Cleaning the Filter

Care and Maintenance Instructions

To keep your Roomba® robot vacuum running at peak
performance, perform the procedures on the following
pages.

There are additional instructional videos in the iRobot HOME
App. If you notice the robot picking up less debris from your
floor, empty the bin, clean the filter, and clean the brushes.

Care and Maintenance Overview

Part Care Replace* Details

Bin Empty after each use Page 3

Filter Clean every week

Front Castor
Wheel

Edge­Sweeping
Brush and
Multi-Surface
Brushes

Sensors and
Charging
Contacts

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and

assemblies. If you think you need a replacement part, please
contact iRobot Customer Care for more information. Ask
Customer Care or visit an authorised iRobot® dealer.

* Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced

ifvisible wear appears.

(twice a week if you
have a pet)

Clean every 2 weeks Every 12

Clean every month
(twice a month if you
have a pet)

Clean once a month Page 5

Every 2
months

months

Every 12
months

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Page 4

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Press the bin release

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button to remove the bin.

Open the bin door to empty the bin.

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Place the bin back into the robot.

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Release the bin. Remove the

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filter by grasping both ends
and pulling out.

Shake o debris by tapping

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the filter against your
household rubbish bin.

Reinsert the filter with the
ridged grips facing out.

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Place the bin back into
the robot.

Important: The robot will not

run if the filter is not installed
correctly. Replace the filter
everytwo months.

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Washing the Bin

Cleaning the Front Castor Wheel

Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping Brush

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Important: Do not wash the filter.

Remove the filter before washing the bin.

Release the bin, remove the

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filter, and open the bin door.

Rinse the bin using warm water.

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Make sure that the bin is completely

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dry. Reinsert the filter and place the
bin back into the robot.

Note: The bin is not dishwasher safe.

Pull firmly on the front wheel to remove it.

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Remove any debris from inside the

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wheelcavity.

Reinstall all parts when finished. Make

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sure the wheel clicks back into place.

Axle

Housing

Important: A front wheel clogged with

hair and debris could result in damage to
your floor. If the wheel is not spinning freely
after you have cleaned it, please contact
Customer Care.

Wheel

Use a coin or small screwdriver to remove

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the screw holding the Edge-Sweeping
Brush in place.

Remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush, clean

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the brush and the brush post, and then
reinstall the brush.

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Cleaning the Multi-Surface Brushes

Pinch the brush frame release

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tab, lift the tab, and remove any
obstructions.

Remove the brushes from the

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robot. Remove the brush caps
from the ends of the brushes.
Remove any hair or debris that
has collected beneath the
caps. Reinstall the brush caps.

Remove any hair or debris from

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the square and hexagonal pegs
on the opposite side of the
brushes.

Remove the bin from the robot

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andclear any debris from the
vacuumpath.

Reinstall the brushes in the robot.

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Match the shape of the brush pegs
with the shape of the brush icons in
the cleaning head module.

Cleaning the Sensors and Charging
Contacts

Wipe sensors and charging contacts with

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aclean,dry cloth.

Important: Do not

spray cleaning
solution or water
onto the sensors or
sensor openings.

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Troubleshooting

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Your Roomba® robot vacuum will tell you something is wrong with a two­tone alert, a spoken message, and a blinking troubleshooting indicator
( ). Follow the audible instructions. More detailed support and videos
are available in the iRobot HOME App and at global.irobot.com.

To reboot your robot, press and hold the (Home) and (Spot Clean)
buttons for 10 seconds until all indicators turn o, then release. When
you release the buttons, you will hear a tone to confirm a successful
reboot.

Note: If you use the scheduling feature, open the iRobot HOME App after

rebooting to confirm that the robot’s schedule remains intact.

Reduced Power Standby Mode

The Roomba® robot vacuum uses a small amount of power whenever
it is on the Home Base™ charging station. This ensures that the
robot is always ready for the next cleaning job and maintains Wi-Fi®
connectivity. You can put the robot in a further-reduced power state
when not in use. For instructions and more details on this Reduced
Power Standby Mode, refer to the iRobot HOME App.

Lithium Ion Battery

For best results, only use the iRobot lithium ion battery that comes with
your Roomba® robot vacuum.

WARNING: Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion

batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to
ship this product (with the battery included) for service, travel, or any other
reason, you MUST follow the shipping instructions below.

• The battery MUST be turned o before shipping.

• Remove the robot from the Home Base Charging Station.

• Ensure that the CLEAN button is illuminated by pressing the CLEAN
button once quickly.

• Once the button is illuminated, press and hold the CLEAN button for
12seconds. You will hear an audible tone.

• Once you hear the tone, release the CLEAN button. The battery is now
turned o.

• Package the product in its original packaging.

• Ship via ground transportation only (no air shipping).

• If you need further assistance, contact our Customer Care team.

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iRobot Customer Care

USA & Canada

If you have questions or comments about your Roomba® robot vacuum,
please contact iRobot before contacting a retailer.

You can start by visiting global.irobot.com for support tips, frequently
asked questions, and information about accessories. This information
can also be found in the iRobot HOME App. If you need further
assistance, call our Customer Care team on [phone].

iRobot Customer Care Hours

• Monday to Friday, 9AM – 9PM Eastern Time

• Saturday and Sunday 9AM – 6PM Eastern Time

Outside USA & Canada

Visit global.irobot.com to:

• Learn more about iRobot in your country.

• Get hints and tips to improve your Roomba® robot vacuum’s
performance.

• Get answers to questions.

• Contact your local support centre.

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Regulatory Information

iRobot Corporation hereby declares that the radio equipment type
Roomba is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of
the EUDeclaration of Conformity is available at the following internet
address: www.irobot.com/compliance. The Azurewave model:
AW-CU300 radio operates in the ISM band between 2412-2472 MHz
witha maximum EIRP output power of 19.78 dBm (95.1 mW) at 2412 MHz.
Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return
this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of equivalent
new equipment, or dispose of it at a designated collection point.
Thisproduct contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return
the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point. Refer
to the website www.irobot.com/compliance for restricted substance
declarations. Use the battery only with iRobot products at room
temperature (50-104° F) (10 to 40° C).

©2018 iRobot Corporation, 8 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA 01730 USA. All rights reserved.
iRobot, Roomba, iAdapt, Home Base and Virtual Wall are registered trademarks of
iRobotCorporation. Dirt Detect is a trademark of iRobot Corporation. App Store is a trademark
ofApple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play is a trademark of Google, Inc.

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