Safety Information
Important Safety Information
This owner's guide includes information for Regulatory Model(s): RVB-Y1
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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 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: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/product
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 operator’s
Risk of fire For indoor use only
Separate Supply Unit Rated power input, a.c.
Rated power
output, d.c.
Rated power
input, d.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 charging station.
• Do not use unauthorized chargers. Use of an unauthorized
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 charging station. There are no
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
• Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry location only.
• Do not handle your robot or charging station 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
• Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical
outlets in the floor.
• 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.
• 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 use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass,
or anything that is burning or smoking.
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 charging
station to become wet.
• Do not place anything on top of your robot.
• The failure to maintain cleanliness of charger contacts could
result in loss of ability for the robot to charge the battery.
CHARGING STATION
WARNING
• Do not use a charging station with a damaged cord or plug if
the cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced.
• Always disconnect your robot from the charging station before
cleaning or maintaining it.
• Charge your robot only with the power supply provided.
The provided power supply delivers safety extra low voltage
corresponding to the input marking on the robot which is
required to maintain safe operation.
• To prevent the risk of your robot falling downstairs, ensure that
the charging station is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away
from stairs.
NOTICE
• 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 charging station 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
contact 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. Do not charge damaged or leaking battery packs,
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 recycle or dispose of safely
according to local environmental regulations, or return it
to your local authorized iRobot Service Center for disposal.
CAUTION
• Battery usage by children should be supervised. Seek medical
advice immediately if a cell or a battery has been swallowed.
NOTICE
• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before
recycling or 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 identical iRobot battery or contact
iRobot Customer Care for alternative battery options.
• Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and
accessories before long-term storage.
Note: For battery recycling go to call2recycle.org;
or call 1-800-822-8837
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