i Series
Owner’s Guide
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.
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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.
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Separate Supply Unit |
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recycling |
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BFP Backfeed Protection |
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NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could |
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• Your robot is not a toy. Small children and pets should be |
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supervised when your robot is operating. |
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• Do not sit or stand on your robot or charging station. |
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• Do not use unauthorized chargers. Use of an unauthorized |
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charger could cause the battery to generate heat, smoke, catch |
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fire, or explode. |
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• Your robot comes with a region approved power supply cord |
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and is designed to be plugged into a standard household AC |
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power outlet only. Do not use any other power supply cord. For |
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replacement cords, please contact Customer Care to ensure |
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proper selection of country specific power supply cord. |
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• Do not open your robot or charging station. There are no |
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user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified |
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service personnel. |
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• Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry location only. |
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• Do not handle your robot or charging station with wet hands. |
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• Store and operate your robot in room temperature |
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environments only. |
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• If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical |
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barrier should be used to prevent access to the balcony |
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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 off 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 affected 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.
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•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