Kogan KAVACRBLX8A User Manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™
LX8 ROBOT VACUUM

WITH MOPPING FUNCTION

KAVACRBLX8A

Only use the original adaptor, battery and charging station

Before using the product, observe the following safety precautions:

• Read the instructions carefully and use the product only as instructed.

• Retain for future reference and pass on these instructions if you give the product to

another person.

• Incorrect operation can lead to serious personal injury and damage to the product.

Safety Precautions

Caution

provided or else it will damage the machine. Excess voltage
may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not attempt to repair this product yourself. If the product or
its power supply experiences any malfunction or damage, stop
using it immediately and contact Kogan.com to arrange a
repair.

Remove from power before performing maintenance.
Do not touch the battery socket and the machine when your

hands are wet or else it will cause electric shock.

Don’t use this product without protective guards in place if it
will be in danger of falling.

Do not place clothes or any place of your body (hair, finger,
etc.) into the main brush and wheels or it may cause personal
injury.

Do not put the machine near fire, inflammable, explosive or
corrosive materials.

The machine is only for indoor use.

Do not allow water, oil or other liquids to enter the machine.

Ensure the area is clear of wires and other hazards before
beginning operation as they may become tangled in the
wheels or brushes.

Remove all fragile objects from the area before beginning
operation.

Position the charging station against a wall or flat surface to
ensure reliable operation.

Switch off the cleaner before removing from the battery.

Disconnect from power if it will not used for a long time.

Do not disconnect the docking station during vacuum
operation or it will not return to it to recharge.

Do not allow the vacuum to collect glass or other sharp
objects.

Do not use the vacuum in humid, flammable, explosive or
corrosive environments.

Child Safety

• Do not allow children to play with the machine or remain unsupervised while it is in
operation.

• Discard the plastic packaging so that it does not pose a choking hazard.

Battery

• Only use the original battery with the machine: contact Kogan for a replacement.

• Switch off the cleaner before removing from the battery.

• If the battery leaks, do not touch the liquid: instead wipe it with a dry cloth and take

the battery to a recycling centre.

• Take the battery to an approved recycling centre to dispose of it.

Suitable Surfaces

The cleaner is suitable for use on wood floors, tiles and carpets.

Side Brush x2

Cleaning Brush x1

HEPA Filter x1

The main body contains the battery, two side brushes and a filter.

Main Body x1 Charging Station x1 Adaptor x1

Quick Start Guide x1 Screwdriver & Screw Kit x2 EVA tape x1

Note:

Radar

Top Cover

Front Casing

Dust Bin Release

Sensor

Dust Bin

Control Button

Anti-Drop Sensor

Change Contact

Left/Right Wheels

Main Brush Cover
and Clip

Middle Brush

Side Brush

Front Wheel

Front View

Bottom View

Side View

Anti-bump Sensor

PSD Along-wall Sensor

Infrared Bump Sensor

Recharge Sensor

Power Indicator

Signal Emission

Charging Plate

Charging Station

of Radar Cover

Front View

Filter Stand

Dust Pin

Filter Sponge

HEPA Filte r

Box Stand

Dust-box Cover

Reset Button

ON/OFF Button

Adopter Socket

Charging Terminal

Over 0.5m

Over 0.5m

Over 0.5m

Installation of Charging Base

Wall Surface

Ground

1. Place the charging base on the flat ground against the wall. Ensure there is no
obstacle within the range of 1.5 metres in length and 0.5 metres in width.

Note:

Do not frequently move the charging dock. �If the charging dock’s location is
changed, the robot vacuum may lose the layout in memory due to failure in
positioning. It will then need to rebuild the layout map.

Map rebuilding may result in information such as no-cleaning areas being lost.

2. Remove the protective strip before use.

3. Connect the adapter to the charging station.

Danger!
Electric Shock

Charging Base

Main Body

Ensure the unit is correctly

aligned with the charging
base contacts.

4. Power on and charging:

• If the unit has enough power to turn on, place it within a metre of the charging
station and the unit will return.

• If it cannot turn on, place the unit directly on the charging station.

5. Paste EVA tape on the Radar cover for protection.

CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME™ APP

Install App

Download the “Kogan SmarterHome” app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).

Register

If you do not have a Kogan SmarterHome™ account, register or sign in with a verification
code sent by SMS.

To register:

1. Tap to enter registration page.

2. The system automatically recognises your country/area. You can also select your
country code manually. Enter your email address and tap ‘Next.’

3. Alternatively, you can select ‘Register by mobile number’ and enter the verification
code sent to you by SMS.

4. Create a profile on the next page to define your location and room.

Set device in pairing mode

When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (the blue light
will be continuously flashing). To turn the device on, remove the dust box and set the
ON/OFF switch to ‘ON’. Then reinsert the dust box and press the power button.

If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in
pairing mode by long-pressing both Power and Home buttons at the same time for more
than 3 seconds until both lights begin flashing slowly.

Using AP Mode to add device

5. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.

6. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Cleaning Appliances >
Vacuum Cleaners), and then select “Other Mode” from the top-right corner when
asked to reset the device.

7. Select “AP Mode” for the set-up type.

8. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the light flashing, and tap “Confirm
light is slowly flashing”.

9. Enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important that your SmarterHome™ device and the
app are connected to the same Wi-Fi network during setup.

10. Follow the in-app prompts to continue AP Mode connection, which will pair your

Notes:

Note:

mobile phone to the device’s Wi-Fi hotspot to ensure a connection.

If the Wi-Fi hotspot does not appear on your phone in the list of available
networks, your device may not be set in AP Pairing Mode correctly. Try repeating
the steps outlined above to ensure your device is ready for connection.

11. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure
your Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close
until connection is complete.

12. After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.

The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.

•

• The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

Having trouble connecting?

The prior steps detail the process for “AP Mode” connection. If that does not work for your
connection, we suggest trying it again, and if still no success, attempting the following
method for Standard (non-AP Mode) connection.

Add device through network

5. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.

6. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Cleaning Appliances >
Vacuum Cleaners).

7. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the indicator light flashing, and tap
“Confirm light is rapidly flashing”. In Standard mode, it will refer to rapid flashing,
not slow flashing.

Notes:

• The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

8. Upon successfully confirming pairing mode, enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important
that your SmarterHome™ device and the app are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network during setup.

9. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure
your Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close
until connection is complete.

10. After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.

The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.

•

If neither Standard or AP Mode methods are successful, please contact kogan.com for
assistance.

Kogan SmarterHome™ Controls

Note:

• When device is online, it can be controlled.

• When device is offline, it displays “Offline” and cannot be remotely

powered on.

Light Indicators:

Light Indicators:

Tips:

Sweep/On-off Button:

Short-press: start/pause�

Long press: turn off

1. Press any key while cleaning, recharging or regional cleaning to pause the current
task.

2. Press and hold the power and home buttons for 3 seconds to reset Wi-Fi.

1. Blue light: Connected
WLAN

2. Bi-colour lights: Not
connected WLAN

3. Red light: error

1. Blue light: Connected
WLAN

2. Bi-colour lights: Not
connected WLAN

3. Red light: error

State

Display

Beeping

Initialisation after turning
on

Blue light breathing Long beep on startup

Initialisation finished

Blue light on

Two beeps

No Wi-Fi connection after
initialisation

Connecting to Wi-Fi

Bi-colour lights on after flash

One beep

Connected to Wi-Fi

Blue light on

Two beeps

Reset Wi-Fi connection

Bi-colour lights flashes slowly

One beep

Start cleaning

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Operation start tone

Pause cleaning

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Resume cleaning

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Operation start tone

Cleaning finished

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Two beeps

Low voltage and start self
recharging

Red light on after blue/bi-colour
lights flashes

Start searching charging
base

Pause self-recharging

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Start charging on the base

Blue/bi-colour lights breathing

Two beeps

Received a command

enough power

Full charged

Blue/bi-colour lights on

Dust bin removed

Red light flashes quickly

One beep

Red light flashes quickly and
blue/bi-colour lights on

Recreating map

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

One beep

Red light goes out after flashing
quickly till shutdown

Starting firmware upgrade

Blue/bi-colour lights flashes quickly

One beep

Firmware upgrade failed

Red light blues after quick flash

1.5 second beep

Blue/bi-colour lights on after quick
flash

Locating unit

Blue/bi-colour lights on after flash

Locating music

Bi-colour lights on

Recharge tone

Blue/bi-colour lights flashes slowly Recharge tone

while the machine is being
charged and without

Dust bin replaced

Turning off

Firmware upgrade finished

Red light restores after on One beep

One beep

Two beeps

Cleaning Charging Connector

Charging Connector

Charging Connector

• Turn off the power switch or disconnect the power plug.

• Clean the charging connectors monthly with a dry cloth.

• Do not use oil for scrubbing.

Removing Dust Bin

The dust bin can be removed by pressing the button on the compartment as illustrated
above.

Cleaning Dust Bin

1. Remove filter and empty dust.

Note: The dust bin should be cleaned periodically.

3. The dust bin can be washed with running water.

The dust bin should be completely air-dried before reinserting.

4. After cleaning, reassemble the filter in the dust bin and then insert the dust bin into
the cleaner.

2. Scrub with the cleaning brush.

Cold air

Hot air

Cleaning Main Brush

To d isassemble:

1. Push the clip and lift it upward.

3. Remove the middle brushes and roller.

Cleaning Main Brush and Rubber Brush

1. Clean main and plastic brush with
the cleaning brush regularly.

2. Lift the main brush outward.

2. Remove the hair and other
entanglements on the main brush
regularly.

Cleaning Side Brush

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the
screws on the side brush.

Cleaning the Wheels

Clean the front, left and right wheels regularly with a clean brush.

Note:

The wheel axle may get twisted by hair and screeds lease clear them out without delay.

2. Remove the side brush, clean hair
and other rubbish on and inside
the side brush base.

Clean the Sensors

Ground
mounting
sensor

IR Sensor

After cleaning work, use a dry cotton cloth to dry the transparent plate to prevent dust from
being accumulated.

assistance.

Note:

GOOGLE HOME CONTROL

You will need to have set up a Google Home account prior to linking your
Kogan SmarterHome™ device.

Adding “SmarterHome” to the Google Home app

1. From the home page of the Google Home app, select the “+” icon to access the ‘Add

and manage’ page.

2. Select ‘Set up device’, then under the Works with Google banner, select ‘Have
something already set up?’

3. Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
service.

4. Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Google permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and
your devices.

5. From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to
register your account.

6. Once connected, the app will display any compatible devices linked to your

Note:

functionality, please use the Kogan SmarterHome™ app.

SmarterHome™ account. From here you can assign them to rooms and set up any
routines.

7. Tap on any of the devices to view a list of available commands.

Please note that Google Home can only control the base/core functions of any
compatible SmarterHome™ devices. To make full use of this product’s smart

Voice commands for Google

Once connected, the following voice commands will be active for the robot vacuum:
“Turn robot vacuum on,” and “Turn vacuum off.”
Say “OK Google” or “Hey Google” before each command.

Note:

You will need to have set up an Alexa account prior to linking your Kogan
SmarterHome™ device.

Adding “SmarterHome” to the Alexa app

1. From the home page of the Alexa app, select the “ ” icon in the top-right and select
Skills & Games from the sidebar.

2. Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
skill.

3. Tap ‘Enable to Use’ to add the Kogan SmarterHome™ skill to Alexa.

4. From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to
register your account.

5. Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Alexa permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and your
devices.

6. Once connected, the app will perform a search and display the devices linked to your

Note:

functionality, please use the Kogan SmarterHome™ app.

SmarterHome™ account.

7. When your devices have successfully connected to the Alexa app, you will be able to
control your Kogan SmarterHome™ devices via Alexa’s voice commands.

Please note that Google Home can only control the base/core functions of any
compatible SmarterHome™ devices. To make full use of this product’s smart

Main Body Parameters

Accessories Parameters

Working voltage

14.4V

Adaptor

Rated power

27W

Output voltage

24V

Battery

Lithium battery

Output current

630mA

Battery capacity

3200mAh

Charging station

Charging time

4-5hrs

Input voltage

24V

Working time

60-80min

Work temperature

range

Work humidity range

≤80%RH

Voice

≤68dB

Weight

3.5kg

Specification

Φ335 x 83mm

0°C-45°C

Issue

Indication

Solutions

Red light flashes slowly with

beeping

Dust bin full or filter

blocked

Red light flashes with 4

beeps

Check if sensor is covered or

relocate to enclosed area

Unit detects it is in

midair

Anti-drop sensor

activated

Red light flashes slowly with

3 beeps

Check if bottom sensor is blocked

and place unit on ground

Red light flashes slowly with

2 beeps

Front bumper stuck

Red light solid with 4 beeps

Check if machine bumper is loose

Main wheel jammed

Red light solid with beeping

Check if main wheel is tangled

Side brush jammed

Red light solid with 2 beeps.

Check if side brush twisted

Main body stuck

Red light solid with 4 beeps.

Check if main body trapped

Unit on slope

Red light solid with 5 beeps.

Place unit back on solid ground

Ensure charging base is in range

and connect with power adapter

Low battery

Red light solid with a beep.

Charge unit

Check if blower blades are loose or

twisted

Red light solid and beeps

1.5 seconds.

Dust bin disconnected

5 beeps Empty dust bin or change filter

Sensor failure

Red light solid with 2 beeps Place unit on solid ground

Cannot detect walls

Charging base failure Red light solid with 3 beeps.

Blower failure Red light solid with 5 beeps.

Unknown fault

If an issue cannot be resolved, visit help.kogan.com for assistance.

Reattach dust bin

Check if main sensor is blocked

Restart unit

Need more information?

We hope that this user guide has given you

the assistance needed for a simple set-up.

For the most up-to-date guide for your product,

as well as any additional assistance you may require,

head online to help.kogan.com