LG VR34408 LV, VR34406 LV Operating Instructions

FEATURES

Corner Master

By having adopted a brand new concept design that is appropriate for walls, the Robot Cleaner's cleaning performance is incredibly efŅ cient.

Learning Mode

The Robot Cleaner is capable of memorizing the cleaning environment via its Smart Operation feature for smarter cleaning.

Turbo Mode

In the Turbo mode, the Robot Cleaner operates the suction motor and the brushes at a greater speed giving cleaner results.

Drawer Mop Plate (Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

The "Drawer mop plate" makes it much easier for users to Ņ t and remove the mop without having to turn over the device over.

My Space Mode

By commanding it to clean a particular area, the Robot Cleaner quickly cleans that desired area.

Repeat Cleaning

The Robot Cleaner will continuously clean until the battery runs out.

Location Search Function

If the Robot Cleaner is moved from a spot while operating, the device will automatically search for the previous location and return to the spot from where it was interrupted.

CONTENTS

BEFORE USING

2~5 6 7~8 9~10 11 12 13

Safety precautions Included with product Parts description Button functions Display status information Before you start Overview

METHOD OF USE

14 15 16 17 18~19 20 21

22 23~24

How to install the home station How to turn the Robot Cleaner power supply on & off How to start and stop cleaning How to charge the battery Cleaning modes Auxiliary cleaning modes Mop cleaning

(Selected models only (VR*.LVM)) Location search function Smart diagnosis

ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION

31~33 34

Troubleshooting Before you call for service

REFERENCE

Reference items

HANDLING METHOD AFTER USE

25 26 27 28 29 30

Cleaning the dust bin Cleaning the dust bin Ņ lter Cleaning the brush Cleaning the sensors/charging terminals Cleaning the side brush Cleaning the ultra microŅ ber mop

(Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The purpose of the safety precautions described below is for the user to use the product safely and correctly to prevent any unexpected risk of injury or damage.

Basic safety precautions

After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.

WARNING CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING

1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by LG Electronics Service Agent in order to avoid a hazard

4. 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 must not be made by children without supervision.

For your safety, do not remove the battery from the Robot Cleaner. If you need to replace the battery of the Robot Cleaner, take it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service center or dealer for assistance.

Failure to follow this warning can cause Ņ re or product failure.

Never use the Robot Cleaner with a battery and/or home station from any other product than the Robot Cleaner.

Doing so can cause Ņ re or product failure.

WARNING

Gasoline

Detergent

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Make sure the power cord of the home station is not crushed under a heavy object or damaged by contact with sharp objects.

Failure to follow this warning can cause electric shock, Ņ re or product failure. If the power cord is broken, do not plug it in. Take the product to an LG Electronics Authorised service repairer.

Do not place the home station and the Robot Cleaner near a heating device.

Doing so can cause product deformation, Ņ re, or product failure.

Do not force the power plug to bend. Do not use the power plug when it has been damaged or loosened.

Doing so can cause Ņ re or product failure.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

Doing so can cause electric shock.

Do not use the Robot Cleaner when candles or fragile objects are placed on the ņ oor.

Doing so can cause Ņ re or product failure.

Always use a dedicated power outlet with a 10 amp rating.

If multiple appliances are connected to an outlet simultaneously, they can generate enough heat to cause a Ņ re .

When pulling out the home station power plug, always pull it out by grabbing the plug, not the cord. When pulling out the power plug, do not to touch the prongs with your Ņ ngers.

Doing so can cause an electric shock.

Do not allow children or pets to play with or rest upon the Robot Cleaner at any time. Do not use the Robot Cleaner while an object is hanging from it.

Doing so can cause injury or product damage.

Do not spray or use inņ ammable materials, surfactants, or drinking water in the vicinity of the Robot Cleaner.

Doing so can cause Ņ re or product failure. * Inņ ammable materials: gasoline, thinner,

etc.

* Surfactant: detergent, articles for bath,

etc.

Do not insert any part of the body, such as a hand or foot, below the brush or wheels of the Robot Cleaner while in use.

Doing so can cause injury or product damage.

Do not operate the Robot Cleaner on narrow and high furniture such as a wardrobe, refrigerator, desk, table, etc.

Doing so can cause injury, product failure or damage which is not covered by the warranty.

Do not activate the device on a ņ oor that has more than a 10 degree incline.

The device may not work properly.

Turn the power supply off immediately if any abnormal sound, odor, or smoke is generated from the Robot Cleaner by removing it from the home station and turning off the main switch on the rear side of the unit.

Failure to do so can cause Ņ re or product failure.

Do not operate the Robot Cleaner in a room where a child is sleeping.

Doing so can cause injury or product damage.

Do not leave Children or pets near the Robot Cleaner unsupervised.

Doing so can cause injury or product damage.

This product is intended for indoor domestic home use and

should not be used in mobile applications. it should not be used in commercial applications such as workshops or garages or around indoor swimming pools, etc.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

Frequently empty the dust bin and maintain its cleanliness.

The dust collected in the dust bin can trigger allergies and may contain harmful insects. it should be cleaned after each use.

Use the Robot Cleaner indoors only.

Using it outdoors can cause product failure and irreparable damage to the unit.

Close the cover of the dust bin on the main unit before starting cleaning.

If the cover is not closed, it can cause injury or product damage.

DO NOT use the Robot Cleaner around a banister, staircase or any other dangerous place.

Doing so could cause injury or damage to the unit.

Do not drop the Robot Cleaner or subject it to strong impacts.

Doing so can cause injury or product failure not covered by the warranty.

Do not expose the Robot Cleaner to cold temperatures (less than -5 %) for a long

period of time.

Doing so can cause product failure.

Remove any cables or string from the ņ oor before starting.

Cable or string can get tangled in the wheels of Robot Cleaner and cause product failure or the cord of an appliance can be disconnected.

Make sure the Robot Cleaner is not put on a table or desk, with the power ON.

It may result in an injury or damage to the product.

In rare cases, the Robot Cleaner’s brush can damage carpet. If this happens, immediately stop the cleaning operation.

When a carpet has long tassels, the tassels can be damaged.

Do not let the main unit and charging terminal of the home station come into contact with metallic objects.

Doing so can cause product failure.

Do not put water, detergent, etc. into or onto the Robot Cleaner.

Doing so can cause product failure. Do not put any water or detergent on the Robot Cleaner. If liquids get inside of the Robot Cleaner, turn off the power supply and contact an LG Electronics sales agent or customer care center.

Do not allow the Robot Cleaner to sweep up liquids, blades, thumb tacks, sharp objects or ashes, hot or cold, etc.

These items can cause product failure or damage.

Do not put sharp objects into the opening of the Robot Cleaner’s ultrasonic sensors.

Doing so can cause product failure.

Do not use the Robot Cleaner when the dust bin is completely full.

Doing so can cause product failure.

CAUTION

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

If the ņ oor is wet or has wet spots, wipe them up before using the Robot Cleaner. Do not use the Robot Cleaner on a wet surface.

Doing so can cause product failure.

When attaching the mop, ensure that it is Ņ tted correctly so that it does not block the lower camera sensor.

Blocking the bottom camera sensor may not allow the product to work correctly. (Some models may not have the sensor.)

To save energy when the Robot Cleaner is not in use for longer periods, turn off the power switch, and turn on the power switch again just prior to using the Robot cleaner again.

When the robot cleaner is operating, it may hit the chair leg, desk leg, table leg or other narrow pieces of furniture.

For quicker and better cleaning, place the dining chairs on top of the dining table.

NOTE: Very low thresholds will allow the Robot cleaner to go over them and perhaps into an undesirable location. Make sure that all the doors of the rooms that are not to be cleaned are closed.

Tip

Check the following items before use:

• Empty the dust bin after each operation or prior to it filling up.

• Remove any cables or long strings from the floor.

• Remove any moisture from the floor before cleaning.

• Close the cover of the dust bin before cleaning.

• Remove fragile or unnecessary objects from the room to be cleaned. For example, remove expensive ceramics and valuables from the floor.

• Confirm whether the battery has sufficient power, and if it is low, recharge it.

• Close the doors of any room that you do not want the Robot Cleaner to enter. During cleaning, the Robot Cleaner may enter another room and continue cleaning.

• Do not use this product in the room where a child is sleeping alone. The child can be hurt or woken.

• Remove towels, foot towel or any other thin cloth from the floor as they can get caught by the brush.

• Before starting the device, it's better to remove carpets that are thicker than 20  as they may cause it to malfunction.

• Please close any balcony doors as the wheels may get stuck while cleaning.

INCLUDED WITH PRODUCT

Robot Cleaner

Remote controller

 Figures can be different from actual objects.

Cleaning Tool

Mop plate

(Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

Dust bin ﬁlter (spare)

(Optional)

Ultra microﬁber mop (2 pieces)

(Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

Home station

DVD Manual

for cleaning

sensors

for cleaning

the ﬁlter

Cleaning brush

(It’s on the dust bin cover)

Batteries for remote controller

(2 units of AAA size)

Plan view

Front view

PARTS DESCRIPTION - ROBOT CLEANER

Upper camera sensor

Dust bin cover

Display & function buttons

Dust bin compartment release button

Ultrasonic sensors

Rear view

Bottom view

Obstacle detecting sensor window Detecting sensors of home station & Receiving sensors of remote controller

Main Power switch

Ventilation port

Cliff detection sensors

Side brush Charging terminals

Brush



Figures can be different from actual objects.

Wheel

Battery housing

Lower camera sensor (Optional)

PARTS DESCRIPTION – HOME STATION / DUST BIN

Home station

Remote controller holder

Charging terminals

Dust bin

Dust bin lid

Suction port ﬂap

Power switch

Power cord ﬁxing hook

Dust bin handle

Cleaning brush

Sponge ﬁlter

Dust bin lid

opening button

HEPA ﬁlter

Filter cover



Figures can be different from actual objects.

BUTTON FUNCTIONS – ROBOT CLEANER

TURBO

START/STOP

HOME

BUTTON LOCK

On/Off

Voice Alert

On/Off

• If the button is pressed, ‘TURBO Mode’ will be set with a voice confirmation.

• If the button is pressed whilst in ‘TURBO Mode’, it will be canceled.

• Used to turn the power on from Standby, start or stop cleaning.

• If the button is pressed whilst the unit is powered ON, it will start cleaning.

• If button is pressed during the cleaning, it will stop the cleaning.

• If the button is pressed for about 2 sec. whilst the power is ON, the power will be returned to Standby.

• If the button is pressed in 'Smart Diagnosis' mode, it will end the diagnosis.

• Used to return the Robot Cleaner back to the home station for charging.

• If cleaning is finished or the battery is low, the Robot Cleaner will return to the Home Station by itself to recharge its battery.

• Pressing the ‘TURBO' and 'START/STOP' button for 3 seconds will activate or deactivate the Lock function.

• If 'Lock' is ON, a voice announcement "Key lock has already been set" will be heard each time a button is pressed.

• Press and hold both the 'START/STOP' and HOME button on the main unit for 3 sec. to turn ON/ OFF the Voice Alert.

• If the Voice Alert is OFF, the Mute lamp will be ON.

• You cannot use this feature with the buttons on the remote control.

Language Change

• Pressing the ‘HOME’ button for 3 seconds will change the language for the voice massage.

• You cannot use this function with the button on the remote controller.

BUTTON FUNCTIONS – REMOTE CONTROLLER

Start

Pressing this button will start the cleaning. (p16)

Mode

Change the Cleaning Mode of Robot Cleaner to ZigZag Mode. (p18)

Directional button

This button enables Manual Operation and selection of an area in 'My Space cleaning' mode.

Repeat

This button allows activating or deactivating 'Repeat Cleaning' mode. (p20)

Home

Used to recharge the Robot Cleaner by making it return to the Home Station. (p17)

Turbo

Used to activate or deactivate 'Turbo' mode. (p20)

Stop/OK

Pressing the button will stop the Robot Cleaner.

My Space

Used to put the Robot Cleaner in 'My Space clean' mode. (p19)

Mute

Used to activate or deactivate 'Mute' mode. (p11)

Diagnosis

Used to run Smart Diagnosis. Available only when Robot Cleaner is recharging. (p23)

Tip

• Remote Controller does NOT provide a Power ON function.

• With the machine's power OFF, the Remote Controller will not work.

• To turn the power ON/OFF, use the 'START/STOP' button on the upper section of the Robot Cleaner.

• The ‘Mode’ and ‘My Space’ button can only be used after stopping the Robot Cleaner or whilst it is charging on the Home station.

DISPLAY STATUS INFORMATION

Turbo Mode icon

This indicates the settings for T urbo Mode.

Repeat Mode icon

This indicates the settings for Repeat Mode.

Operational Status icon

This indicates the operational status of Robot Cleaner.

Mute icon

This indicates the settings for Voice Alert.

Homing icon

This indicates the conditions of Homing and Charging.

BEFORE YOU START

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Check these items before cleaning

• Do not use this device in a room where a child is left alone. The child could be injured.

• Remove fragile or unnecessary objects from the room to be cleaned. Especially, remove expensive ceramics and valuables from the floor.

• Close the cover of the dust bin compartment before cleaning.

• Remove any moisture that might be on the floor.

• Remove cables, strips, towels, mats etc. from the floor so they will not get tangled in the brushes.

• Confirm whether the battery charge is sufficient, and if it is low, recharge it.

• Empty the dust bin before or after each clean, or before it becomes full.

• Close the doors of any room that you do not want the Robot Cleaner to enter. During cleaning, the Robot Cleaner may enter another room and continue cleaning.

• When the Mop plate(Selected models only (VR*.LVM)) is attached, Robot Cleaner will not be able to go over thresholds of 5  or higher.

If you are not planning to use the mop for cleaning, remove the mop before using Robot Cleaner.

• Before starting the device, it's better to remove carpets that are thicker than 20  as they may cause it to malfunction.

• Please close any balcony as the wheels may get stuck while cleaning.

Loading the remote controller battery

1. Open the battery cover by lifting the rear hook of the remote controller.

2. Insert two AAA batteries, checking for +, - nodes while loading.

3. Close the battery cover completely so that the batteries will not fall out.

Precautions while using the remote control

• Only press one button at a time.

• Do not drop or subject it to any impact.

• Do not store it near devices that give off heat, fire or hot air.

• Certain fluorescent lamps, such as the three band radiation lamp, can interfere with the activation of the remote control. Therefore, use it as far away as possible from such lamps.

• If the remote control is far from the Robot Cleaner when activated, it may fail to operate properly. Use the remote within 3  of the Robot Cleaner if possible.

OVERVIEW

1 2

Install the home station. (p14)

Insert the power cord plug into an outlet and locate the station against a wall. If power is not supplied to the home station, the Robot Cleaner will not charge.

Turn on the power supply of the Robot Cleaner. (p15)

Turn ON the power switch on the rear-left of Robot Cleaner, and press the 'START/STOP' button on the top.

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If the power supply is not turned on, refer to page 15.

Check the dust bin.

Check the cleanness of the dust bin before starting cleaning and close the dust bin compartment cover on the main unit.

1.5 

2 

Start cleaning. (p16)

Press the START/STOP button once again while the Robot Cleaner is turned on. You will hear an announcement of the cleaning mode and cleaning will begin once the Robot Cleaner has reversed and turned around.

Automatic charge. (p17)

The Robot Cleaner will self-diagnose and automatically return to the home station to recharge before the complete discharge of the battery. It takes approximately three hours to charge the battery.

Use the cleaning mode and auxiliary functions. (p18~21)

Use the buttons on Robot cleaner and Remote Controller to use each cleaning mode and supporting features. For Cleaning Mode, you can choose among ZigZag, My Space, and Repeat; for secondary features, Manual and Microfibre Mop (Selected models only (VR*.LVM)).

< Warning > When the Robot Cleaner is operated with the dust bin compartment lid left open,

it can cause an injury or serious damage to the product.

HOW TO INSTALL THE HOME STATION

How to Install the Home Station

1. Position the home station against a wall on hard level ņ ooring

to prevent sliding during docking.

Remove objects within 1.5  to the right

and left side and within 2  to the front.

1.5 

2. Plug the power cord into an outlet.

Wrap the remaining power cord around the Ņ xed hook on the back side of the

home station or along the wall surface so that the travel path of the Robot Cleaner will not be obstructed.

3. Fix the home station against the wall so that it does not move.

Then turn on the power switch.

1.5 

Fixing hook of power cord

2 

4. When the remote controller is not used, store it in the remote controller holder

on the home station.

Tip

< Warning > Do not operate the Robot Cleaner if the Home Station has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working

• Always keep the home station plugged in when in use. If the home station is not plugged in, the Robot Cleaner will not return to the station to charge automatically.

properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. To avoid electrical hazards, the cord must be replaced by LG Electronics, Inc. or a qualified service person.

HOW TO TURN THE ROBOT CLEANER POWER SUPPLY ON & OFF

Turning on the main power supply

Make sure the Power Switch is on at the rear-left of the Robot Cleaner. If the power is OFF, turn the switch ON.

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When turning on the power switch, do not press or touch any button located on the upper section of the Robot Cleaner. Button operations can be delayed.

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Turn off the power switch if the Robot Cleaner is not used for a long period of

time in order to protect the battery. The Robotic Cleaner cannot charge if the main switch is in the "OFF" position.

Turning on from Stand By power.

With the Standby power of the Robot Cleaner OFF, press 'START/STOP' button for 1 second until a "Ting" sound is heard. In about 10 seconds, the power will be on and a melody will sound.

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If 10 minutes elapse without the Robot Cleaner having being given an active

command after being turned on, the power will automatically return to Standby again.

Turning off the power supply

Press and hold the START/STOP button for two seconds while the Robot Cleaner is turned on. A melody will sound when the power is turned off.

Tip

• If the power cannot be turned on, do the following.

- Turn the main power switch OFF, wait 5 seconds then ON again.

- Press the ‘START/STOP’ button after the main power switch has been turned on again.

- If the power is not turned on or if there is no display but only the “Ting” sound, put the Robot Cleaner manually on to the home station as the battery may be flat.

HOW TO START AND STOP CLEANING

Using the buttons on the Robot Cleaner

After the Robot Cleaner main power switch is turned on, press the START/STOP button to begin cleaning. A melody will sound and cleaning will begin.

Press the START/STOP button during the cleaning cycle to stop cleaning.

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When the ‘START/STOP’ button is pressed while the power supply of the Robot

Cleaner is in Standby, the power will be turned on. Press the ‘START/STOP’ button one more time to start cleaning.

Using the remote controller

After the Robot Cleaner is turned on from the Robotic Cleaner, press the 'Start' button on the remote control. A melody will sound and cleaning will begin.

Press the 'Stop/OK' button during the cleaning cycle to stop cleaning.

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The Robot Cleaner cannot be turned on from Standby, by using the remote

controller when the power of the Robot Cleaner is off. When the power is off, press the ‘START/STOP’ button on the upper side of Robot Cleaner to turn the power on and to allow the remote to be used.

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During cleaning, collisions can happen when the sensor cannot detect objects because of their shape (Thin chairs and table legs,

furniture corner). When this happens, the internal impact detecting sensor will react by using a backward motion.

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If the Robot Cleaner is set to start cleaning at a location away from the home station, put the Robot Cleaner on a ņ at ņ oor in

order to prevent a malfunction of the obstacle detecting sensor. In addition, start cleaning from a location where there are no obstacles. For example, curtains or walls must be 30  from the Robot Cleaner.

Tip

For best results:

• Briefly scan the area to be cleaned for big and small objects that will cause difficulty for the Robot Cleaner.

• If cleaning is started when the Robot Cleaner is at the home station, the device can rapidly be returned to the home station as the current home position has been accurately read.

• When the Mop plate(Selected models only (VR*.LVM)) is installed, to prevent a 2

contaminated mop, it will not go over door sills of 5  or higher.

contamination from the

HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY

Automatic charging

The Robot Cleaner returns to the home station at the end of a cleaning cycle or when its battery is running low.

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If 10 minutes elapse without the Robot Cleaner moving or the battery is too low, the power will be automatically turned OFF.

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Do NOT turn OFF the Main Power Switch as the battery will not be recharged. If the machine is returned manually with the Main Power Switch OFF, it announces an error message, "Main power switch on the back of the Robot cleaner is turned off. Please turn the switch on."

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In the event that the unit returns to the Home Station due to a low battery

during the cleaning, cleaning will be started, after recharging, from the nearest place of the area which has not been cleaned before.

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If Robot Cleaner is unable to dock to the home station on its Ņ rst attempt, it will try again until it docks successfully.

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When Robot Cleaner has completed all areas that it can clean, it will return to the home station even when the battery level is not low.

Manual charging

You can manually charge the battery prior to using the Robot Cleaner for the Ņ rst time or to charge the battery during cleaning.

Method 1. Attach the Robot Cleaner to the home station by

aligning to the front side of the home station. A melody sound will be generated along with an audio message to start charging.

※ If a voice message, "Main power switch on the back of

the Robot cleaner is turned off. Please turn the switch on." is announced repeatedly, then turn on the Main Power Switch.

Method 2. When the 'Home' button of the remote control or the

Robot Cleaner is pressed, charging will be prompted by automatically generating a searching signal and returning the Robot Cleaner to the home station.

※ If the Robot Cleaner did not start cleaning from the home station or if the Robot Cleaner is manually charged by pressing the

'Home' button, it may take slightly longer to Ņ nd the home station.

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If the Robot Cleaner is within 10  of the front of the charging terminal while the power is turned on from Standby, it will automatically be returned to the home station and charging will begin.

Tip

Take the following precautions when using the home station:

• If foreign material is caught on the charging terminal, charging may not be activated. Wipe the terminal from time to time with a dry cloth after the power plug is disconnected.(p28)

• To prevent electric shock or damage to the home station, do not touch the charging terminal with any metallic objects.

• To avoid fire or electric shock, never disassemble or modify the home station.

• Do not to place the Robot cleaner, the home station or power plug near a heating source.

CLEANING MODES

Zigzag Cleaning

In 'Zigzag' mode, Robot Cleaner repeats a zigzag operation to clean each and every spot in the cleaning area.

If you need to quickly clean an area choose 'Zigzag' mode. Press ‘Mode’ button on Remote Controller to select 'Zigzag' mode and press 'Start' button.

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Factory release default setting is 'Zigzag'.

Manual Cleaning

By pressing a direction key on the Remote Controller, you can move Robot Cleaner in a Manual mode. Robot Cleaner will clean the area, moving forward/backward/left/right, according to the input of the direction key. While in 'Manual' mode, the robot cleaner will run into obstacles placed behind it if the backward key on the remote remains held down.

CLEANING MODES

My Space Cleaning

Pressing 'My Space' on the Remote Controller will set the My Space cleaning mode with a voice message. For cleaning of particular spaces, select this mode.

The 1st stage:

Use the Remote Controller to manually set the parrameters of each cleaning block.

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This cleaning mode will be accepted when the distance of the start and end position is less

than 1 .

My Space

The 2nd stage:

Pressing the 'Start' button will then make the Robot Cleaner clean the manually outlined area by itself.

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Upon failure to correctly outline a zone, a voice will announce, which says "Area does not meet the speciŅ ed conditions. Please

continue to make speciŅ ed area for cleaning process." Use the Remote Controller to assign a zone, again.

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When My Space cleaning is completed, the mode is switched to Auto Clean (ZigZag).

Tip

• While recharging, you cannot activate 'My Space clean' mode.

• To change the cleaning mode while the Robot Cleaner is in operation, press 'Stop/OK' button first then select a cleaning mode. The cleaning will then start from the begining.

AUXILIARY CLEANING MODES

Turbo Mode

Pressing the 'Turbo' button on the Remote Controller or main unit will activate 'Turbo' mode, with a voice message.

While in 'Turbo' mode, pressing the same button will cancel 'Turbo' mode, with a voice message.

In 'Turbo' mode, Robot Cleaner runs more intensely for a powerful clean. Mode mode will reduce the battery duration.

Repeat Mode

Pressing 'Repeat' button on Remote Controller will activate 'Repeat' mode, with a voice message. While in 'Repeat' mode, pressing the same button will cancel 'Repeat' mode, with a voice message. In 'Repeat' mode, Robot Cleaner repeats the cleaning in progress until the battery runs out without returning to the home station.

Learning Mode

The Robot Cleaner is capable of memorising the cleaning environment through its Learning mode for an intelligent cleaning operation.

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'Learning Mode' is available only when the machine starts

cleaning from the Home Station.

Tip

• Precautions with Smart Operation

- This Learning mode enables memorizing locations with obstacles to help bypass them. Robot Cleaner memorizes every aspect of the environment it was subjected to from when it started cleaning from the Home Station to the moment it finishes its course.

- Robot Cleaner learns new conditions again when the location of Home Station has been changed.

- If the learning mode is accepted, a voice message will say "Environment has been studied by learning process."

MOP CLEANING (Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

“Click!”

By attaching the ultra microŅ ber mop, you can effectively use the Robot Cleaner to remove dust on hard ņ oor surfaces.

When the mop plate is attached, the Robot Cleaner will not climb on to carpets or over thresholds, in order to prevent transferring dirt from the mop.

Caution

Do not cover the bottom camera sensor by mop.

For mop cleaning, mount the mop and mop plate to the Robot Cleaner according to the following instructions:

1. Attach the ultra microŅ ber mop to the Velcro of the mop plate as shown in the Ņ gure.

2. Firmly slide the Mop Plate into the furrows until you hear a 'click' sound.

※ Note that, if the Mop Plate is not secured correctly, it

may separate during the cleaning.

3. It is essential that the Ņ xing hooks on the Mop Plate align correctly on to the Ņ xing grooves on the underside of the cleaner.

Tip

• To avoid odors, wash any foreign material or dust off the mop after cleaning is completed.

• To avoid staining floors, do not use the ultra microfiber mop to clean when dirt is contaminated with liquids such as coffee or ink.

• To avoid damage to carpets from the Velcro or dirt transfer from the mop, do not attempt to clean the carpet while the mop plate or mop is attached.

• Keep the ultra microfiber mop dry. Do not use it on wet surfaces.

If there is moisture on the floor, it can interfere with the navigation and damage the unit.

• Smart Diagnosis feature is not available, when the Mop Plate is attached.

• Some models may not come with Microfibre Mop or Mop Plate.

Fixing hook

Fixing groove

“Click!”

LOCATION SEARCH FUNCTION

The Robot Cleaner remembers its location while cleaning. If the user moves the Robot Cleaner while it is operating, it will search for the location it was moved from by using its navigational location search function before continuing to clean.

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The navigating function will be activated after the Robot Cleaner adequately recognizes

the cleaning environment.

Change location

Manual Relocation.

1. With the power off, locate the Robot Cleaner near the location where it was originally moved from.

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The location search is more effective when the Robot

Cleaner is closer to the location where it was moved from.

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If it is moved from its original cleaning position by more

than 1 , it becomes difŅ cult for the Robot Cleaner to search for it's previous location.

1 

2. Press the START/STOP button on the Robot Cleaner or 'Start' button on the remote controller. Robot Cleaner will then start the location search function along with an audio guide.

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When the location search is successfully completed, it will continue cleaning from where it was moved.

If the location search fails, it will start again from the beginning.

To Ņ nd exact location, please step

away from the Robot cleaner.

Location of incident

Tip

• If the power is turned off after the location search function is set, the location search function will be canceled.

• Location search will be more effective when the Robot Cleaner is closer to the location where it was moved from.

SMART DIAGNOSIS

Robot Cleaner uses this Smart Diagnosis feature to run a self-diagnosis. If any irregularity is found from the diagnosis, please contact the local LG Electronics service center.

During Smart Diagnosis, the Robot Cleaner will move about within a 50 EO radius. So, make sure no objects are in the

way within a 1 O radius around the Home Station, before starting Smart Diagnosis.

1. Smart Diagnosis will operate when the main power switch of the Robot cleaner and the Home station are turned on, and the unit docked on the Home station.

Smart Diagnosis is only possible when the Robot Cleaner

is attached to the Home Station.

2. Press 'Diagnosis' button on the Remote Controller, then the process will start with a voice message which says "Robot cleaner smart diagnosis will be started. Please step away and clear around 1 meter around the home station."

If the Mop Plate(Selected models only (VR*.LVM))

is attached, the process will not be activated.

3. When the Smart Diagnosis has successfully Ņ nished, Robot Cleaner will return back to the Home Station and inform the result through a voice message. After the voice message, pressing the 'Home' button on the Remote Controller or main unit will allow the voice message to be repeated. To terminate the diagnosing process, press the 'Stop/OK' button on the Remote Controller or main unit.

After the Smart Diagnosis voice message, the Robot

Cleaner will start recharging after 1minute.

If an error is detected with any of the Sensors whilst

in Smart Diagnosis, a voice message will announce, and the unit will not return to the home station.

Tip

• Be careful not to touch the Robot Cleaner or disturb its operation before Smart Diagnosis is complete. If it is accidently interrupted, turn the main power switch OFF then ON again to resume the diagnosis.

• Smart Diagnosis will not be activated in each of the following cases. In each case, check the problem and try again.

- Robot Cleaner is detached from Home Station

- Battery level is insufficient

- No Dust Bin Filter is fitted.

- Mop Plate(Selected models only (VR*.LVM)) is attached

SMART DIAGNOSIS

If a voice message is announced after Smart Diagnosis, refer to the following table to take proper actions.

Voice message Measures (for refer ence)

Robot Cleaner smart diagnosis will be started. Please step away and clear around 1 meter around the home station.

Smart diagnosis can start when it is being charged. Please dock Robot Cleaner to the home station to charge.

No defect found during diagnosis. Diagnosis mode cannot be operated due to a low battery.

Please try again after the battery is charged. Please check if the dust bin is installed with the Ņ lter. Open the Dust Bin Cover and examine the bin. Charging cannot be done due to a problem in infrared sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

Charging cannot be done due to a problem in ultrasonic sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

Charging cannot be done due to a problem in the cliff detection sensors on the bottom. Please clean the sensors.

Please wipe the obstacle detecting sensor window on the left and right side of the Robot Cleaner.

A problem has been found on the Gyro Sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

Please check for dirt on the left wheel. Check for foreign materials on the left wheel. Please check for dirt on the right wheel. Check for foreign materials on the right wheel. A problem has been found on the left wheel sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

A problem has been found on the right wheel sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

Please check the brushes for obstructions. Check for any foreign material stuck in the Brush. A problem has been found in the suction motor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

A problem has been found in the acceleration sensor. Run Smart Diagnosis again and, if the same message is

In order to listen to the smart diagnosis result again, please press the charging button. To stop, please press the stop button.

Please try smart diagnosis again after turning the main power switch off and on from the back of Robot Cleaner. If the problem continues, please contact LG Electronics customer care.

Smart diagnosis mode will be turned off. Smart Diagnosis mode cannot be operated with mop plate

being attached. Please try again after removing it. Smart diagnosis has failed to operate. Please try it again after

turning off and on the main power switch on the back of the Robot Cleaner.

Clear any object within a 1 m radius around Home Station, and stay back until the diagnosis is complete.

Move Robot cleaner to the Home Station to recharge it.

Try the Smart Diagnosis again after recharging the battery.

announced, contact an LG Electronics service center.

announced, contact an LG Electronics service center. Clean the three Cliff Sensors on the bottom at the front of

the unit. Clean the lens of the Obstacle Sensors on both the left and

right hand sides.

announced, contact an LG Electronics service center.

announced, contact an LG Electronics service center. If you need to repeat the diagnosis result, press the 'Home'

button, or press 'Stop/OK' button to Ņ nish the diagnosis.

Run Smart Diagnosis again after removing the Mop Plate.

Turn the main power switch OFF and then ON again to resume the diagnosis. Do NOT touch the robot or disturb its operation until the diagnosis is complete.

CLEANING THE DUST BIN

If the dust bin is full, suction power can be reduced. Clean the dust bin before or after each cleaning session. Clean the dust bin using the following sequence:

1. Open the dust bin compartment cover by pressing the PUSH button on the Robot Cleaner.

2. Grab the handle of the dust bin and pull it upward.

3. Pull the hook on the left of Filter Cover on the rear of Dust Bin to separate the Ņ lter and the sponge.

※ Note that separating the Ņ lter may result in dust

dropping.

※ Refer to p.26 when cleaning the Dust Bin Filter.

4. Lift the dust bin lid upward while pressing the separation button on the dust bin.

5. Empty the dust bin and clean it with a cleaning brush or under running water.

6. After cleaning with water, completely dry the dust bin in a well-ventilated area out of the direct sunlight.

7. When reassembling or Ņ tting the cleaned Dust Bin, close the lid and put in the Sponge and HEPA Filter.

※ Refer to p.26 for detailed assembly guides.

8. Put the dust bin into the Robot Cleaner and close the dust bin compartment cover.

Tip

• Operating the unit without Filters fitted to the dust bin can cause a motor malfunction not covered by warranty.

• After cleaning the Dust Bin, make sure to assemble the filter and fit it to the Dust Bin. If you initiate cleaning, with no filters fitted to the dust bin or Filter Cover not assembled, a voice message will be announced which says "Please check if the dust bin is installed with the filter."

• Always ensure that the dust bin lid is refitted correctly after cleaning the dust bin so that it closes easily and accurately.

CLEANING THE DUST BIN FILTER

The Dust Bin Filter consists of a HEPA Filter and Sponge Filter. Clean both the HEPA and Sponge Ņ lters as per the following sequence.

1. Pull the hook on the left of the HEPA Filter module on the rear side of Dust Bin to separate the HEPA Filter and the sponge.

2. Thoroughly clean out the Ņ ne dust particles on the HEPA Filter, with a vacuum cleaner or cleaning brush.

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Do NOT wash the HEPA Filter with water.

Its suction power will be reduced.

3. Use a cleaning brush to clean the Sponge Filter. If using water to clean it, allow it to dry completely in the shade before reŅ tting.

4. Assemble the HEPA and Sponge Ņ lters back onto the Filter housing as per the following sequence.

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Fit the rectangular locator on the HEPA Filter into the

locating slot of the Ņ lter body.

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Be careful not to incorrectly assemble HEPA and Sponge

Filter onto the Filter housing.

Tip

• To preserve the performance of the Robot Cleaner, clean the HEPA Filter at least once a week, with a brush or vacuum cleaner.

• The HEPA and sponge filters must be fitted to the filter housing before refitting the filter to the dust bin. Operating the Robot cleaner without the HEPA and sponge filters will cause the suction motor to malfunction.

CLEANING THE BRUSH

The rotating Brush, located on the bottom of Robot Cleaner, helps collect the dust. Clean the Brush as per the following sequence.

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Before turning over the main unit, lay a soft cloth on the ń oor and remove the Dust Bin.

Otherwise, the main unit can get scratched and dust will fall from Dust Bin.

Turn the Main Power Switch OFF before starting the clean. Put the Robot Cleaner upside down on a soft cloth.

Push the Brush all the way into the yellow protrusion.

After checking for foreign materials, press down the Fixing Hook and pull it up to separate the brush Cover.

While pushing the Brush, lift the white protrusion part up to separate it from the main unit.

By using the cleaning tool, clear hairs and other debris and foreign materials on the Brush and from the 2 smaller jockey wheels.

Carefully clean the Brush with a vacuum cleaner or scissors.

Fit the Fixing Hook (rectangular shape) on the side of the Brush into the slots, with the colors matching.

While pushing the Brush to the arrow direction, Ņ t the Fixing Hook (rectangular shape) on the opposite side into the slot.

Press down and close the Cover until a 'crack' sound is heard from both sides of Fixing Hook.

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Be careful not to trap the side

brush bristles under the cover when closing it.

CLEANING THE SENSORS/CHARGING TERMINALS

There are sensors on the Robot Cleaner that detect obstacles, stairways and the home station for charging the battery. In order to maintain the performance of the Robot Cleaner, regularly clean the sensors and charging terminals as follows:

1. Turn off the power switch on the rear side of the Robot Cleaner. Injury can be caused by the activation of the Robot Cleaner if the main power is not turned off.

2. Lay a smooth cloth on the ņ oor, turn over the Robot Cleaner and put it on the cloth.

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Please make sure to remove the dust bin before rotating the main body.

Otherwise, the dust in the dust bin may fall out.

3. Use a smooth cloth or cleaning brush to wipe the dust off each of the 3 cliff sensors, camera sensors and ultrasonic sensors and the charging terminal as described below.

Upper camera

sensor

Ultrasonic sensors Obstacle detecting

sensor window Detecting sensors of home station & Receiving sensors of remote controller

Cliff detection sensors

Charging terminals

Lower camera sensor (Optional)

Tip

Charging terminals

Lens

• Do not clean the Robot Cleaner by directly spraying it with water, thinners, solvents, benzene, or any other liquids.

• Call the service center if the sensor or charging terminal is damaged. Sensor and terminal damage can cause the product to malfunction.

• To clean the sensor/charging terminals, use the cleaning brush.

• Some models may not have a Camera Sensor, on the bottom.

CLEANING THE SIDE BRUSH

Foreign objects/materials such as hair can easily adhere to the side brush. Remove such materials at least once a week.

If excessive amounts of foreign materials are stuck to the brush, there is the risk of damage to the brushes.

If the ņ oor is rough or frequently cleaned, the side brushes may bend or become damaged. In this case, use the following method to straighten the side brush.

1. The following procedure is helpful in restoring deformed brushes.

2. Turn off the power by switching the main switch off on the rear off the unit.

3. Place the Robot Cleaner at the end of a table to make cleaning the side brush easier. Make sure that the Robot Cleaner is not in danger of falling.

4. Soak the side brush in warm to hot water.

5. Press down on the side brush for about ten seconds so that it is completely submerged in the water.

6. Slowly wipe the side brush by sliding it through your hand.

7. Rotate the side brush and repeat steps 4-6 for each section of the brush.

8. Use the side brush only after it has completely dried.

Side Brush management

1. Remove the screws by using a suitable screw driver and separate the Side Brush from the main unit.

2. Remove any hair after the separation.

3. Assemble the Side Brush by replacing it onto the bottom of the Robot Cleaner, with the 'R' and 'L' marking of the Brush matching the counterparts on Robot Cleaner.

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