iRobot™ Roomba™
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Dear iRobot™ Roomba™ Owner,
Welcome to the new world of iRobot. As an owner of iRobot’s
latest Roomba Vacuuming Robot, you join a growing group of
people around the globe who, like you, are discovering a smarter
way to clean.
Having practical robots that help you in your home is a new
reality. We encourage you to share your feedback as we continue
to develop new and better robots. Here’s what you can do to
participate in our efforts:
• Communicate with us if you have questions, comments
or require support. Many improvements to our products
start with suggestions from customers like you. Visit us at
www.irobot.com.
• Register online or by mail. You’ll be among the first to
hear about our newest robots, product enhancements and
special offers.
Thank you for joining the robot revolution. We look forward to
your valued input as we continue to deliver groundbreaking
products that will change and improve your world.
On behalf of the entire iRobot team,
Colin Angle
Co-Founder and CEO
iRobot Corporation
Important Tips
Remove and clean Roomba’s brushes after every 3 uses.
Roomba contains electronic parts. Do NOT submerge Roomba or spray with
water. Clean with a dry cloth only.
Always consult your floor manufacturer for approved cleaning methods.
For Best Performance
• Roomba™ is very effective at picking up hair. Remove and clean
Roomba’s brushes after every 3 uses.
• Empty Roomba’s bin and clean its filter after every 3 uses.
• Always store Roomba connected to its charger or Home Base™.
• Use the Virtual Walls™ to keep Roomba cleaning where you want it.
• Keep wheels and brush free of hair and debris by inspecting and
cleaning the bottom of the robot regularly.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 6
Anatomy ..................................................................... 7
Cleaning Pattern .......................................................... 8
Cleaning System ......................................................... 9
Cleaning Modes .......................................................... 10
Battery Storage and Charging ....................................... 11 – 12
Virtual Walls™ ............................................................. 13
Home Base™ .............................................................. 14
Remote Control ........................................................... 15
Scheduler Remote Control ........................................... 16 – 20
Maintenance ............................................................... 21
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 22
Warranty ..................................................................... 23
Customer Service ........................................................ 24
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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF ROOMBA, ITS BATTERY
OR THE CHARGER. THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CHARGE USING
240V OUTLET ONLY.
Always exercise caution when operating your Roomba. To reduce the risk of
injury or damage, keep these safety precautions in mind when setting up,
using and maintaining your Roomba:
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating Roomba.
• Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings on Roomba, battery, charger and in owner’s manual.
• Follow all operating and use instructions.
• Refer all non-routine servicing to iRobot.
ROOMBA USE RESTRICTIONS
• Roomba is for indoor use only.
• Roomba is not recommended for shag, high pile carpet, or tassels.
• Roomba is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Small children and pets should be
supervised when Roomba is cleaning.
• Clean with a dry cloth only. Do not pour or spray water onto Roomba.
• Do not use this device to pick up anything that is burning or smoking.
• Do not use this device to pick up spills of bleach, paint, or other chemicals, or anything wet.
• 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 tumble off 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.
• Always remove the battery before long-term storage or transportation.
ROOMBA BATTERY AND CHARGING
• Charge using a 240V outlet only. Product may not be used with any type of power converter.
Use of other power converters will immediately void the warranty.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to charge this device.
• Do not use a charger with a damaged cord or plug.
• Charge indoors only.
• Roomba’s power supply may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe
electrical storms.
• Never handle chargers with wet hands.
• Always disconnect Roomba from the charger before cleaning.
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Anatomy
SE
Model 5107
Bin Release
Battery Charger
Socket
Buttons and Lights
Dirt Detect™
Status Light
Power Button
Spot
Cleaning
Button
Cleaning
Button
Bottom View
Cliff Sensor
Openings
Edge-Cleaning
Side Brush
Battery
Vacuum
Inlet
Virtual Wall
Sensor
Serial Port
Max
Cleaning
Button
(Sage and Blue only)
Handle
Charging
Indicator
Model 5240
Status
Light
Power
Button
Contact
Points for
Home Base
Replaceable
Caster Wheel
(Discovery,
Scheduler only)
Dirt Detect
Sensor
Serial PortBin Release
Battery Charger
Socket
Cleaning
Spot
Button
Button
Flexible
Brush
Main
Brush
Brush
Guard
Brush Guard Release Tabs
Virtual Wall
Sensor
Handle
Dirt
Detect™
Max
Cleaning
Button
Brush
Bearings
Brush
Caps
(yellow)
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Cleaning Pattern
Roomba is a robot that cleans differently than the way most people clean
their floors. Roomba uses iRobot’s AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System to
determine the best way to pass over and clean every section of the floor.
Roomba calculates the optimal cleaning path as it cleans and determines
when to use its various cleaning behaviors:
Spiraling: Roomba uses
a spiral motion to clean a
concentrated area.
Wall Following: Roomba
uses this technique to clean
the full perimeter of the
room and navigate around
furniture and obstacles.
Room Crossing: Roomba
criss-crosses the room
to ensure full cleaning
coverage.
Dirt Detection: When
Roomba senses dirt, the
blue Dirt Detect™ light is lit
and Roomba cleans more
intensely in that area.
TIP: Roomba takes approximately 45 minutes to clean an average room and
will pass over the same area of the floor multiple times to ensure total
floor coverage.
TIP: For fastest cleaning and best performance, clear your floor of clutter and
use a Virtual Wall to confine Roomba to one room.
TIP: Wires should be elevated off of the floor and rug tassles should be tucked
under the rug to prevent Roomba from getting stuck.
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Cleaning System
Roomba features a patented 3-stage cleaning system.
Filter
Side brush cleans
1
along edge of walls.
Two counter-
2
rotating brushes
scoop up dirt,
hair and debris
into the bin.
Powerful vacuum picks up the
3
remaining fine particles, dirt, and
hair. The filter traps dust and
small particles.
Floor Surfaces
Roomba works on wood, carpet, tile, vinyl, and linoleum, and will automatically
transition between different floor types. Roomba is not recommended for
shag carpet or rugs with tassels.
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Cleaning Modes
Roomba will clean based on the cleaning mode you select. Roomba has up to
four cleaning modes, depending on your model:
Clean Mode (all models)
Roomba automatically calculates the room size and adjusts its cleaning time
appropriately. Roomba may clean for up to 60 minutes.
Spot Mode (all models)
Roomba will spiral approximately 1 meter in diameter and then spiral back to
where it started, intensely cleaning a localized area.
Max Mode
Roomba will run until its battery is nearly depleted.
Scheduled Cleaning Mode
When a cleaning time is programmed with the iRobot Scheduler Remote,
Roomba enters Scheduled Cleaning Mode. When Roomba is in Scheduled
Cleaning Mode, the status light blinks amber. At the specified time, Roomba
leaves its Home Base, cleans for up to 60 minutes and returns to the Home
Base to recharge when it is done.
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Battery Storage and Charging
Roomba is powered by a Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
rechargeable battery. Roomba’s battery can last for hundreds
of cleaning cycles before a replacement is necessary.
Battery Life
To avoid rapid deterioration of battery life, we recommend storing Roomba’s
battery in the robot with the power supply plugged in, or with Roomba on
the Home Base. Permanent damage can be caused to the battery if left
uncharged after being run down by a full cleaning cycle.
Charge Roomba’s battery overnight before first use. You should fully
charge Roomba’s battery before each cleaning cycle. Cleaning time is
dependent on floor surface, temperature, and battery life and will vary.
16 Hour Refresh Charge
When charging for the first time, or if Roomba has been left off the charger
for a long time, Roomba will initiate a special 16-hour charge cycle. This
extended charge refreshes Roomba’s battery and extends the life of
the battery.
TIP: Keep the battery charging at all times unless in use. If Roomba is
not going to be used for an extended period of time, charge battery
first and then take the battery out of Roomba and store it separately in
a cool place.
Charging Roomba
Charge Roomba in one of two ways:
Or
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Charging Lights
All Roomba models have a charging indicator light. Use this chart to
determine the status of the battery:
Charging Indicator Light Battery Status
Red Battery empty
Amber pulse Charging
Solid green Fully charged
Model 5107 Model 5240
Charging
Indicator
Light
Charging
Indicator
Light
TIP: When Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that the Home Base
Power and Docked lights are on.
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Virtual Walls
™
The iRobot Roomba Virtual Walls create an invisible barrier that Roomba will
not cross. The Virtual Walls can be set to block an area ranging from one to
three meters long.
TIP: Use the Virtual Walls to block doorways or to keep Roomba away from
cords. Confining Roomba to a single room will accelerate cleaning.
The Virtual Wall beam is keyhole shaped. A small
halo prevents Roomba from bumping into the
Virtual Wall and a larger lobe-shaped section
blocks off areas of your home where you don’t
want Roomba to go.
Shape of
Beam
Battery Installation
The Virtual Wall requires 2 “D” batteries and
automatically shuts off after 135 minutes. If the
D Alkaline
Batteries
(not included)
Battery
Door
power light blinks green, the batteries will soon
need replacement.
Range Adjustment
Use the slider bar to adjust the length of the barrier.
A higher range will drain the battery faster.
TIP: For best performance, place the Virtual Wall on the outside of the
doorway you wish to block. Set the Virtual Wall to the shortest setting
possible to extend battery life.
Additional Virtual Walls may be purchased at www.domotec.uk.com.
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Range
Home Base
™ Included with model 5240 only,
also available as an accessory.
Roomba returns to the Home Base at the end of a cleaning cycle or when its
battery is running low. Roomba needs to find the infrared signal of the Home
Base in order to return.
Always keep the Home Base plugged in. When Roomba is on the Home Base,
the Power and Docked lights will be green to indicate Roomba is charging.
Home Base Location
You should position the Home Base on a hard level surface and in an area
where Roomba has a clear path to return to the dock at the end of a cleaning
cycle. If Roomba is unable to dock on its first attempt, it will try again until it
successfully docks.
To manually dock Roomba, place it within 2 meters of the Home Base and
press Spot and Clean simultaneously. You can also drive Roomba toward the
Home Base with the remote control, and Roomba will dock automatically.
Chair
Home
Base
Table
Stairs
Area Rug
The Roomba Remote, Virtual Wall, and Home Base operate using an invisible
infrared technology. If they are all used in the same area, Roomba may see
multiple infrared signals and not operate. Roomba WILL NOT dock if you
have a Virtual Wall near the Home Base. Fluorescent lights also can impact
Virtual Wall and Home Base performance.
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Remote Control
Spot
Directional
Buttons
Power
Clean
Max
Pause
The Roomba Remote Control lets you conveniently control Roomba’s
functions. You can use it to turn Roomba on and off, and steer it around
your room without bending down. It also gives you remote access to the
following commands:
Clean: Start Roomba in Clean mode.
Spot: Start Roomba in Spot mode.
Max: Start Roomba in Max mode.
Pause: Pause Roomba in the middle of the cleaning cycle. Press pause
again to continue.
Before using your remote for the first time, you must install 2 AA batteries
(sold separately).
TIP: You can use the remote to direct Roomba to the Home Base. Once
Roomba is in range and can “see” the Home Base, it will return to the
base and dock itself automatically.
The Roomba Remote Control, Virtual Walls, and Home Base all operate
using an invisible infrared beam. If they are all used in the same area,
Roomba may see multiple infrared signals and will not operate. The
Remote WILL NOT work when the robot is near Virtual Walls.
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Scheduler Remote Control
Directional
Buttons
Power
Clean
Spot
Max
Front Cover
Scheduling
Virtual
Wall
The Scheduler Remote Control is included with the Roomba Scheduler.
Other Roomba models are compatible with the iRobot Scheduler Remote
Control Upgrade.
To schedule Roomba to clean, use the Scheduler Remote Control to program
your cleaning times. Then use the Scheduler Remote Control to send your
schedule to Roomba and the scheduling Virtual Walls.
Install the batteries and set the time before using for the first time.
Setting the Time
Open the Scheduler Remote Control’s front cover.
1
The display will turn red and read “SET TIME”.
Press New/Save and Delete simultaneously.
2
The display will change to read “SUN 12:00”.
Press to change the day.
3
4
Press to navigate to the hour on the display.
Press to change the hour. To select AM or PM,
5
simply scroll past 12:00.
Press to navigate to the minute on the display.
6
Press to change the minute. Hold to
7
scroll quickly.
Press New/Save to save. After the time has been
8
set, it will flash three times to indicate the time has
been saved. Close the Scheduler Remote’s cover to
verify that the correct time has been set.
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Setting Schedules
To schedule iRobot Roomba to clean:
1
Open the Scheduler Remote Control’s front cover to
enter Scheduler mode.
2
Press New/Save to begin setting a schedule.
Press to select the day of the week.
3
4
Press to navigate to the hour field.
Press to schedule the hour. To select AM
5
or PM, simply scroll past 12:00.
Press to navigate to the minute field.
6
Press to schedule the minute.
7
8
Press to navigate to the Once/Weekly field.
Press to choose Once or Weekly. Choose Weekly
9
if you want Roomba to clean on the same day and
time every week.
Press New/Save once to save the schedule.
10
The LCD will flash three times to indicate that the
schedule has been set.
Don’t forget to send the schedule to both Roomba and the scheduling
Virtual Walls. See pp. 18 – 19 for details.
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Sending Schedules
After setting a cleaning time, you need to send the schedule to Roomba and
the scheduling Virtual Walls.
To send a schedule to your Roomba:
1
Power on Roomba with the Power button.
Open the Scheduler Remote Control’s front cover,
2
point the remote at Roomba and press Send All.
The display will flash to indicate the remote is
sending the schedule. Roomba will play a song to
indicate the schedule is received and the Status
light will begin blinking.
Make sure Roomba is on the Home Base or in the
3
center of the area you want to clean. Roomba will
clean at the time you have scheduled.
Roomba’s Status light will blink amber to indicate
that Roomba is scheduled to clean.
To accept a schedule, Roomba must either be at least eight feet from the
Home Base or charging on the Home Base and Roomba’s power must be on.
iRobot Scheduler, Virtual Walls, and Home Base all operate using invisible
infrared beams. If used in the same area, Roomba may see multiple infrared
signals and not respond to commands. Make sure all Virtual Walls are
turned off when using Scheduler.
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03
4
7
8
+
Sending Schedules
To send a schedule to the scheduling Virtual Walls:
Press and hold the power button on each scheduling
1
Virtual Wall until the Scheduled light turns on.
Point the Scheduler remote at each scheduling
2
Virtual Wall and press Send All to send the
schedule. The display will flash, indicating that the
remote is sending the schedule to the Virtual Wall.
The Virtual Wall’s Scheduled light will blink to confirm that it is scheduled
3
to automatically turn on at the time you programmed.
Scheduled
light
TIP: You can clear the schedule from the scheduling Virtual Wall and Roomba by
removing their batteries, or by deleting all cleaning times from the remote
and re-sending the cleared schedule to the scheduling Virtual Walls.
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0
-3
4
-7
8
+
0
-3
4
-7
8
+
Changing Schedules
Open the Scheduler Remote’s cover. The display should
1
read “SHOW .” If it reads “Set Time”, see p. 15.
Scroll through the programmed schedules
2
using or until you find the schedule you
want to change.
Press New/Save when the remote displays the
3
schedule you wish to change.
Scroll to the field you wish to change using the and buttons and
4
use the to change the time, day, or frequency.
Press New/Save to save the new time.
5
Send the updated schedule to Roomba and
6
the scheduling Virtual Walls. See pp. 17 – 18
for details.
Deleting Schedules
Open the Scheduler Remote’s cover. The display should
1
read “SHOW .” If it reads “Set Time”, see p. 15.
Scroll through the schedules using or until the schedule you wish
2
to delete is displayed.
3
Press Delete to clear the schedule.
Send the deleted schedule to Roomba and
4
the scheduling Virtual Walls. See pp. 17 – 18
for details.
TIP: You can clear the schedule from the scheduling Virtual Walls and from
Roomba by removing and replacing the batteries.
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Maintenance
To keep Roomba running at peak performance, it is recommended that you
perform the following maintenance tasks every three uses:
1
Remove and empty
Roomba’s bin
Press button and
pull to remove bin
2
Clean Roomba’s filter
compartment
A. Clean or replace filter*
B. Clean filter
compartment
*Replace filter every 2 months
Visit www.irobot.com/usetips for instructional photos
Empty bin
3
Clean Roomba’s brushes
A. Remove brush guard by pulling
both yellow tabs
B. Remove brush caps and use scissors
to cut any hair wrapped around the
brush. Use the Roomba cleaning tool
to comb hair from brush.
Brush
caps
C. Remove and clean hair and dirt from
Roomba’s brush bearings. You MUST
refit bearings and brush caps before
reuse.
Brushes
Brush
caps
Brush
bearings
TIP: Bin emptying and brush cleaning should be done after every 3-5 cleaning
cycles depending on the amount of hair, dirt, and debris in your environment.
TIP: If you notice Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin
and clean the brushes.
Excessive build up of hair in Roomba’s brushes and bearings can
permanently damage Roomba. Inspect brush bearings regularly.
Do not attempt to run Roomba without the bearings. If you misplace
Roomba’s brush bearings, contact Customer Service for replacement
bearings.
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Troubleshooting
Roomba will tell you when something is wrong with a two-tone “uh-oh”
sound followed by beeping. Refer to the chart below to resolve Roomba’s
problem. If the problem is not resolved, visit www.irobot.com/support or
phone 01249 813835 to speak with a customer service representative.
Number of
beeps after
“uh-oh”
No beeps A wheel is stuck or is not
1 The main brushes cannot
2 The side brush cannot
3 The vacuum cannot run Remove and empty Roomba’s bin. (See page 21)
4 A wheel motor cannot run Your Roomba may be stuck or something may be wrapped
5 The cliff sensors have
6 Wheel obstruction or
7 or 8 Not applicable Roomba’s beep codes do not include 7 or 8 beeps. If you are
9 Sensor error Please contact Customer Service.
10 Roomba is stuck Pick up Roomba and start it again somewhere else. Use a
Likely cause What to do
touching the ground
turn
turn
failed or are blocked
robot attempting to drive
over an obstacle
Pick up the robot, place it down securely on the floor and touch
the clean button to restart the cycle.
Turn over Roomba and remove the brush guard by pushing the
two yellow tabs. Remove the brushes, clear any obstructions,
and replace them again. (See page 21)
Turn over Roomba. Look to see if something is wrapped around
the side brush. Remove the side brush with a screw driver and
check for string or hair that may be wrapped around it.
around a wheel. Look for something wrapped around the
wheels. Push them in and out and make sure they turn easily.
Turn over Roomba and clear any debris that might be caught
underneath the front bumper in the cliff sensors. You can also
use compressed air to clean them out.
Turn over Roomba and remove any obstructions that prevent the
wheels from seating all the way up into Roomba’s body. Also,
remove any obstacles that Roomba could drive over.
getting an error with 7 or 8 beeps, try counting again or contact
Customer Service.
virtual wall or other barrier to keep Roomba away from the place
it got stuck.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting
Problem Likely cause What to do
Roomba’s Power light
will not illuminate
Roomba is not
picking up debris
Roomba does not
charge
TIP: If you notice that Roomba is sitting on its Home Base and the Power
light is not illuminated, then clean the charging contacts on the bottom of
the robot.
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Battery not seated
correctly
Bin is full Empty the bin and clean Roomba’s brushes.
Power supply not
plugged in
Remove Roomba’s battery by pushing the side clips and reinsert the battery making sure you hear an audible click.
(See page 21)
Ensure that the power supply is correctly connected to the
wall, to the Home Base, and to Roomba. Roomba’s charger
and Home Base will each illuminate a solid green light when
plugged into a power source.
Warranty
This product is warranted to the original user for use in the UK for 12 months
from date of purchase to be free from manufacturing defect at time of
purchase.
The warranty does not cover defects arising from neglect, misuse or accident,
or blockage of air/steam passageways, hoses or filters, nor does it cover
normal wear and tear, nor consumables such as cleaning cloths, bags, filters
and brushes. The product is intended for domestic use.
In the event of a valid claim under warranty, whether to repair or replace will
be at the Repair Centre’s option. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Please keep your receipt or other evidence of original purchase showing date
and place of purchase, as this must be produced in the event of a claim.
To claim under this warranty, or for other repair or assistance with this
product, please contact Customer Service Department by phoning 01249813835, or by fax on 01249-813323, or e-mail service@domotec.uk.com
Domotec Home Appliances Ltd, ISPO HOUSE, REDMAN ROAD,
BEVERSBROOK IND. EST., CALNE, WILTSHIRE, SN11 9PL.
This electrical appliance complies with directive 2002/96/EC (Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment—WEEE).
The meaning of the crossed-through waste bin symbol on the
appliance is that the product must be disposed of separately to other
household waste at the end of the useful life of the appliance. The
user is responsible for delivering the appliance to an appropriate collection
centre at that time.
Appropriate separate collection for environment-friendly treatment and
recycling prevents or reduces harmful effect on the environment and human
health. You can obtain information on available collection services in your
area by contacting your local Council waste collection department, or the
retailer from which you bought the appliance.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
Domotec Home Appliances Ltd
ISPO House Beversbrook Industrial Estate
Redman Road Calne Wiltshire SN11 9PL
tel: 01249 813835 (Mon to Fri)
For the latest information on our exciting range of products
for a healthy today and tomorrow, visit our web site at
www.domotec.uk.com
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