ROVUS BL517 Nano Robotic Vac User Manual

: June 8, 2024
: ROVUS

Table of Contents

ROVUS BL517 Nano Robotic Vac
Instruction
PARTS
BEFORE USE
USAGE
CLEANING MODES
MOPPING SET* (cross set available separately)
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNICAL DATA
References
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ROVUS BL517 Nano Robotic Vac

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Instruction

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WARNINGS

This device is intended for household and indoor use only.
This device should never be switched on or stay plugged in power supply when not in use, while replacing accessories or during cleaning.
When charging the device, power switch must be in ON position.
This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above as well as by 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 device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the device and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
Do not attempt any modification or repair by yourself and ensure that any repair is conducted only by appropriately qualified technician.
The use of attachments or accessories not recommended or sold by the product distributor may cause personal or property hazards or injuries.
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects, matches, hot ashes, cigarette ends or other similar items.
Do not spray with or pick up flammable liquids, cleaning fluids, aerosols or their vapors.
If the device is not working as it should, has received a sharp blow, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, do not use it.
Do not use the appliance to clean animals or people.
Regularly remove blockages caused by dust, fluff, hair etc. because they greatly reduce device’s suction power and/or general performance.
Ensure that the product is properly disposed in accordance with local laws.
Before use, place the charging station on hard, flat, stable and dry surface.
Plug in power supply that corresponds to the rated one on product/charger only. In case of misusage power supply or device failure may occur.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack; never use the charger with another device or attempt to charge this product with another charger.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced immediately by authorized and qualified person only.
Turn off the device when not in use and before servicing.
Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Do not immerse in water or liquid.
Do not touch the power cord, plug or charging station with wet hands.
Do not allow clothes or part of body to be drawn into the product or around wheels.
Do not Use the device to transport anything, especially heavy objects.
Do not use this product in wet or moist environment e.g. bathroom or laundry.
Clear the floor of all fragile objects, such as glasses, lamps and lanterns, and the objects that drape off the side brush and suction inlet, such as cable, paper or curtain.
Rotating parts pose entrapment risk. Keep clear.
To avoid any incidents, all the people in the house should be aware when this product is on.
When dustbin is full, empty it before further use.
Use this product in temperatures from 5 ºC to 35 ºC.
Do not use this product in high-temperature environment or under strong sunlight for a long time.
Never leave weak or empty batteries in the device – especially if you suspect it will not be used for several months. Use the correct size and type of battery specified by the manufacturer and installed in accordance with polarity (+ and – terminals) marked on the device. Do not mix old and new batteries, batteries of different brands, or batteries of different types (alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium)) in the same device as this may cause the batteries to leak. Rechargeable batteries must be removed before being recharged. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Battery replacement and/or recharging should be done only by adults. Always keep all batteries in a safe place away from children and pets. Store new batteries, in their original packaging, in a dry place and at normal room temperature until ready to use and dispose of used batteries in accordance with your local law. Do not store device with batteries in very warm places as this could result in reduced battery performance and/or battery leakage. Battery acid and leakage can cause personal injury and/or damage to the product and/or surrounding property. If battery leakage occurs, thoroughly wash any affected skin, making sure to keep battery acid away from eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Immediately wash any clothing or other surface that came into contact with leaked battery acid.
Do not use this device when it is in areas higher than present adult height (e.g. attic) to prevent the device from falling down and injuring people!
Please refer to below paragraphs about details on cleaning, settings and accessories.
Although the device has been checked its usage and consequences are strictly user responsibility.

PARTS

Main unit set includes (see PICTURES, Picture 1)

Item| Description| Quantity|
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a| Main unit| 1| f| Side brush| 4
b| Charging station| 1| g| HEPA filter| 1
c| Charger| 1| h| Brush cleaner| 1
d| Dust container| 1| i| Cleaning brush| 1
e| Magnetic strip| 1| j| Remote controller| 1

Parts – main body diagram (see PICTURES, Picture 2)

A = Bumper (with bumper lens)
B = Power button with indicator
C = Wi-Fi button/indicator
D = Laser navigation
E = Wall sensor
F = Power switch
G = Rolling brush & cover
H = Side brush
I = Charging contacts
J = Front wheel
K = Side brush
L = Battery cover
M = Wheel
N = Charging socket
O = Power switch
P = Wheel
Q= Main unit
R = Dust (& water*) container
S = Anti-drop sensor

Parts – dust container (see PICTURES, Picture 3)

A = Filter housing
B = Sponge filter
C = HEPA filter
D = Dust container bottom
E= Dust container top
F = Filter housing flap
G = Missing filter safety latch

Parts – water container(see PICTURES, Picture 4)cleaning char

HEPA filter
Sponge filter
Filter housing
Dust container flap
Dust container top
Dust container bottom
Dust container latch
Water tank

Parts – cleaning parts (see PICTURES, Picture 5)

G = Rolling brush & cover
Q = Main unit
R = Dust container

Parts – charging station (see PICTURES, Picture 6)

A = Indicator
B = Charging contacts
C = Charging socket

Parts – remote controller (see PICTURES, Picture 7)

= Display
= Home (to charging station)
= Direction buttons
= Water intensity* (for wet mopping only )
= Location
= Timer
= Power button
= Suction power

*Mopping set (sold separately) includes (see PICTURES, Picture 8)

1 = Dust & water container
2 = Mopping cloth (2 pcs)

BEFORE USE

Take out the product and the components, remove all packaging materials, locate all the parts and check for possible damage on any of them.
Please charge the device for at least 12 hours during the first charging.
Install two AAA type batteries (not included) into the remote controller (according to the instructions inside the battery compartment) before use.

USAGE

Turn on the device by pressing the power switch on the side of the main unit.
Power button indicator will start to flash white slowly and “System rebooting. Please wait.” will be heard.
After few seconds the power button indicator will stay lit and “Robot stand- by.” will be heard. Your device is ready to operate.

APP Connect (application setup)

Step 1: Download the “Studio Moderna HOME” application by scanning QR code at the bottom of the device or search in Google play (for Android users) or App store (for iOS users).
Step 2: Connect the robot to your Wi-Fi by following instruction by the app.

Add devices
Select “Rovus Nano Robotic Vac” in Small Home Appliances Item.

Wi-Fi Connection
NOTE: There are two ways for Wi-Fi connection: EZ and AP Mode
EZ Mode: By default. After the robot is turned on in stand-by mode, it will enter into EZ mode directly (Wi-Fi indicator blinking rapidly in blue and “Wi- Fi reset” and “Start smart linking” will be heard). Follow the steps in app and during the connection “Wi -Fi connecting, please wait” will be heard and the Wi-Fi indicator will start blinking slowly in blue. After successful connection to the Wi-Fi “Wi-Fi connected” will be heard and the Wi-Fi indicator will stay lit in blue.

NOTES: If connection to the Wi-Fi fails “Wi-Fi connection failure” will be heard and the Wi-Fi indicator will start blinking slowly in red. In this case please repeat the above steps.
If the robot is turned off during AP mode Wi-Fi resetting status; when it is turned on again, it will enter into AP mode directly after standby mode and “Wi-Fi reset” as well as “Start Access Point linking” will be heard.
AP Mode: In EZ mode, press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the main unit for 5 seconds to enter into AP mode (see PICTURES, Picture 9): “Wi-Fi reset” and “Start Access Point linking” will be heard (the Wi-Fi indicator will blink rapidly in blue)
Select AP Mode to connect Wi-Fi by following the steps in app (during the connection “Wi-Fi connecting, please wait” will be heard),and the Wi-Fi indicator will blink slowly in blue After successful connection to the Wi-Fi (“Wi-Fi connected” will be heard) the Wi-Fi indicator will stay lit in blue.

NOTE: If connection to the Wi-Fi fails, “Wi-Fi connection failure” will be heard and the Wi-Fi indicator will blink slowly in red. In this case please repeat the above steps.

Robot Standby

Turn on the power switch at the side of device and wait for its indicator to stay lit white, the device will go in standby mode.

Start Cleaning

Press the power button on the main unit or remote controller or “Start” button in the app, for the device to start cleaning (“Start Cleaning” will be heard) (see PICTURES, Picture 10). 3.4. Stop Cleaning
Press the power button on the main unit or remote controller, or “Pause” button in the app, for the device to stop cleaning (“Stop Cleaning” will be heard) (see PICTURES, Picture11). 3.5. Auto-charging (see PICTURES, Picture 12).
When the device runs out of power (“Low battery, returning to charging station” will be heard) and look for the charging station automatically. It will continue to clean the remaining area if not yet completed after the charging.

NOTE: In extreme cases direct sunlight (or certain obstacles) can reduce or prevent the device to locate charging station. Avoid positioning charging station in places with direct sunlight or in hard to reach places (see PICURES, picture 15).

Schedule setting operation

In standby or charging status, press “Schedule” button in the app to set up schedule according to instructions, and device will start cleaning on scheduled time (see PICTURES, Picture
When finished schedule setting or canceling it, the “Scheduling confirmed” will be heard.
NOTES:

When the device connects with the app, its system time will synchronize with your mobile phone’s time automatically.
Once the cleaning time schedule setting is confirmed, device will start cleaning automatically every day at the scheduled time.
If the robot is turned off, its schedule will be reset. In order to keep device’s schedule, keep it in standby mode and on charging station; otherwise new schedule setting might be needed.

LED indication (see PICTURES, Picture 14)

Power button indicator

Indicator’s status| Indicator’s pattern| Explanation
| Blink slowly in white| Starting up / charging
| White light lit| Standby / charging completed
| Blink slowly in red| Low power
| Blink rapidly in red| Error
Wi-Fi indicator

BATTERY CHARGING
Charging Station Placement

Step 1: Place charging station against the wall, clear of any obstacles about 1 meter on both sides and 2 meters in front of the station (see PICTURES, Picture 15).

NOTE: If device is turned off, turn on the robot by pressing the power switch first before charging.
Charging options:

Option 1: Insert the charger into the power supply and its power cable into the main unit’s charging socket.
Option 2: Press “home” on remote controller or
Option 3: Press “Re-charge” button in the APP or
Option 4: Press the power button on the main unit twice to send robot looking for the charging station. “Start charging” will be heard as power button indicator will start blinking slowly while the device will start to charge. After finished charging “Charging Complete” will be heard and the power button indicator will stay lit in white.

NOTES:

In standby or working status, the device will look for charging station automatically when battery power gets low or after done cleaning. After being recharged it will continue cleaning.
If robot fails to find or runs out of power before arriving the charging station “Battery low, robot is shutting down” will be heard and shut down within three minutes will follow.

REMOTE CONTROLLER
Remote controller uses two 1,5 V AAA batteries (not included). Make sure to install the batteries according to instructions in the battery compartment. NOTE:

When you use the remote controller, aim it towards the device (robot).
If you use the remote near the charging station, the robot may not recognize the command and may not work.
Remove the batteries if the remote controller will be left unused for a prolonged time.
Manual direction control of the device works only when the device is stand-by mode.

CLEANING MODES

There are different cleaning modes available to meet various requirements.

Automatic Cleaning Mode
In standby status, press power button on main unit or remote controller or press “Start” on app. Device will enter in automatic cleaning mode and start along the wall as it prepares to clean of a 4X4 m2 area with zig-zag mode, and then after that moves to next 4X4 m2 area (see PICTURES, Picture 16).

Silent Cleaning Mode
It is in Setting > Suction Power > Silent, that the device will enter low noise cleaning mode. Other option is to press suction power button on remote control to reach 1 (Silent cleaning mode). In this mode, device will go in “Silent Mode”, slowing down its moving speed and main brush rotating speed while decreasing its vacuum power to minimize the noise level (see PICTURES, Picture 17).

Standard Cleaning Mode
It is in Setting > Suction Power > Standard; the robot will enter standard cleaning mode. Other option is to press suction power button on remote control to reach 2 (Standard cleaning mode).
In this mode, device will go in “Standard Mode” and then it will clean in normal speed and the main brush in normal rotating speed.

Max Cleaning Mode
It is in Setting > Suction Power > Max, the robot will enter powerful cleaning mode. Other option is to press suction power button on remote control to reach 3 (Max cleaning mode).
In this mode, device will go in “Max Mode”, and then it will slow down its speed and increase its vacuum power and speed up the main brush rotation for deep cleaning.

Target Area Cleaning
Based on the existing complete map of living space, press “Target Area” on the mapping page of app, chose the size and location of a target area, and confirm it to start cleaning. Device will go straight for cleaning the target area (see PICTURES, Picture 18).

Forbidden Area Setting
Based on the existing complete map of living space, press “Forbidden area” on the mapping page of app, chose the size and location of the forbidden area, and confirm it and start cleaning. Device will clean the remaining area of the house except for the forbidden area (see PICTURES, Picture 19).
Magnetic strip or virtual wall (in app.)
Use the magnetic strip provided or “virtual wall” function in app. to limit a certain zone, to which the robot will not be able to access and clean.
For example, place the magnetic strip along door’s frame bottom in order to forbid the robot from crossing to a room.

Rooms editing
After finished scanning, the map can be merged or divided into different areas, you can name the room per your preference.
Merge: Selecting the two rooms nearby and press “Merge”, then the rooms will be merged into one area which you can rename. Divide: Select one room and draw a split line in the room to divide it two separate areas that you can rename.

Target room
Select any room in the app for the device to clean (first/only).

MOPPING SET* (cross set available separately)

Installation of dust & water container
(See Picture 20: A = handle; B = dust container; C = water tank)

Step 1: Lift the dust container from water tank, by grabbing the handle (see PICTURES, Picture 20a).
Step 2: Lift water tank rubber plug, fill up the water tank with water (see PICTURES, Picture 20b) and reposition the plug by pressing it down.
Step 3: Reposition the dust container in the water container.
Step 4: Slide assembled water tank into main unit (see PICTURES, Picture 20c).
Step 4: Align and press the mop cloth to the bottom of water tank. (see PICTURES, Picture 20d).

NOTE: Do not add any cleaning agents or scents to the water to prevent potential damage to the device or cleaned surface.

Mopping mode
Select “Mopping” in app, the device will carry out a cleaning cycle in edge and zig-zag mode, moving forward and then backwards consecutively, simulating a scrubbing movement.

NOTES:

Please use the mopping mode only when Dust & water container is installed and filled with water.
During operation, select the water quantity on remote control (3-high, 2 medium,1 low level) or press Water quantity in app to select high/medium/low/closed

ALEXA & GOOGLE ASSISTANT VOICE CONTROL

Alexa voice control
Link Amazon Alexa by following instructions in app, use Amazon Alexa to voice control your robot. You can control your robot by the following commands: Function| Voice Command| Instruction Explanation
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Cleaning ON/OFF switch| Alexa, turn on | Device starts cleaning
Alexa, turn off | Device stops cleaning
Recharge Setting| Alexa, set to dock| Device goes to charging station
Google Assistant Voice Control
Link Google Assistant by following the instructions in app, use Google Assistant to voice control your device. You can control your device by the following commands: Function| Voice Command| Instruction Explanation
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Cleaning ON/OFF Switch| OK Google, turn on | Device starts cleaning
OK Google, turn off | Device stops cleaning
Pause/Resume| OK Google, pause | Device pauses cleaning
OK Google, resume | Device continues cleaning
Recharge Setting| OK Google, set to dock| Device goes to charging station

NOTE: Rovus Nano Robotic Vac is the default device name in app, you can revise the device name according to your preference. Please note the device name in the voice command for Alexa and Google assistant should be the same one that you set in app.
For example, if the device name is in app, the start cleaning command in Alexa will be “Alexa, turn on ”; the start cleaning command in Google assistant will be “Ok Google, turn on ”

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning side brushes
Clean the side brushes when they become dirty. Replace it/them if it/they are damaged. The maximum suggested life span of the side brush is 6 months of regular use.

Cleaning dust container and filters
Empty and clean the dust container after each usage following the steps below:

Step 1: Press and hold the button of dust container (1) while you pull it out (2) (see PICTURES, Picture 21a).
Step 2: Take out the dust container and press the button (see PICTURES, Picture 21b).
Step 3: Open the dust container (1) and press on the filter housing flap (2) to open it (see PICTURES, Picture 21c).
Step 4: Lift out the filter housing and take out the filters to clean or replace (HEPA) them (see PICTURES, Picture 21d).
Step 5: Empty the dust container into trash (see PICTURES, Picture 21e).
Step 6: Wash dust container and filter housing’s mesh using tap water, shake off sponge filter and clean HEPA filter with cleaning brush (provided). Avoid washing sponge and HEPA filters under water (see PICTURES, Picture 21f).
Step 7: Dry thoroughly all the parts before, reassembling and repositioning them all back (see PICTURES, Picture 21g).

NOTES:

Maximum suggested life span for HEPA filter is 3 months of regular use.
Reposition the filters only after they are fully dry.
Do not dry the filters under direct sunlight.

Cleaning Sensors and Wheels
Use damp soft cloth to wipe the sensors and wheels (in circles, see PICTURES, Picture 22).

Cleaning Charging contacts
Use damp soft cloth to wipe the charging contacts of the robot and charging station (marked with X, see PICTURES, Picture 23).

Cleaning Rolling Brush set
Remove the rolling brush cover from the robot by pressing on both of its latches at the same time (1) before lifting the cover (2). Take out the rolling brush, clean all the parts with brush cleaner (“h” provided) or with damp soft cloth (the rolling brush stick is washable) (See PICTURES; Picture 24).
NOTE: Dry this set thoroughly before further use.

Cleaning dust & water container

Step 1: Press and hold the button of dust & water container (1) while you pull it out (2) (see PICTURES, Picture 25a).
Step 2: Lift up dust container handle (see PICTURES, Picture 25b).
Step 3: Pull up the dust container (see PICTURES, Picture 25c).
Step 4: Press the latch and lift dust container filter housing (see PICTURES, Picture 25d).
Step 5: Remove the filter mesh, sponge filter and HEPA filter from it (see PICTURES, Picture 25e).
Step 6: Empty the dust container into trash (see PICTURES, Picture 25f).
Step 7: Wash dust container and filter mesh using tap water, shake off sponge filter and clean HEPA filter with cleaning brush (provided). Avoid washing sponge and HEPA filters under water (see PICTURES, Picture 25g).
Step 8: Dry thoroughly all the parts before reassembling and repositioning them all back. (see PICTURES, Picture 25h).

NOTES:

When you do not plan to use the device for prolonged time, please fully charge the battery first, then turn off the device with power switch and keep it in a cool and dry place
If the device has not been used for over 3 months, please charge it for 12 hours first before use or further storing.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If error occurs, power button indicator will be blinking rapidly in red and following possible issues will be heard from the device (please identify issue and follow possible solution):

Issue heard	Possible cause	Possible solution
Main brush fault, please clean the main brush.	Main brush stuck.	Please take

off and clean main/side brushes or wheels. Remove all fragile objects and cords, clothing, paper, loose cables… and make sure there are no scattered items on the ground.
Side brush fault, please clean the side brush.| Side brushes stuck.
Wheel overload, please clean the wheel assembly.| Wheels stuck.
Front bumper fault, please tap the bumper.| Front bumper stuck.| Please tap the bumper 3-5 times to clean it.
Please clean the front bumper lens.| Something stuck or covering bumper lens.| Please clean the bumper lens.
Please clean the anti-drop sensors.| Something stuck or covering anti-drop sensor/s.| Please clean the anti-drop sensor/s.
Please put the machine in a safe place.| Device is not on a flat ground.| Please move the device on a flat ground and restart it.
Please turn on the power switch.| Power switch turned off| Please turn on the power switch.
Please poke the surface o the laser sensor.| Something stuck or covering laser sensor.| Please clean the laser sensor.
Please clean the laser sensor lens on top.| Something stuck or covering laser sensor on top.| Please clean the laser sensor and start-up robot in a safe place.
Please click the start button again.| Power button stuck.| Please click the power button again.
Dust fan fault. Please contact after-sale service.|

Device fault.

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Please turn off by power switch and restart it again. Please contact

the after-service if issue persists.

Front wheel fault, please restart.
Communication error, please restart or contact after-sale service.
Battery fault, please contact after-sale service.| Battery temperature abnormal.| Please allow the device to cool down for 15 minutes, before restarting the device (by power switch). Please contact the after- service if issue persists.
The robot is trapped. Please move to a new place.| The robot trapped by something.| Please move robot to a new place and restart it.
Please put the robot on the charging station.| Battery too low to find the charging station.| Please manually place the device on charging station for charging.

TECHNICAL DATA

Classification	Item	Details

Product

Battery charger

| Model no.| TS-A014-240060E1
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Input| 100 – 240 V AC; 50/60 Hz; 0,5 A
Output| 24,0 V DC 0,6 A; 14,4 W
Average active efficiency| 85,73 %
Efficiency at low load (10%)| 78,04 %
No-load power consumption| 0,06 W
Remote controller| Technical specification| 3 V DC
Battery| 2x AAA battery (NOT INCLUDED)

Mechanical Specifications

| Diameter| 325 mm
Height| 96 mm
Weight| 2,45kg

Function Specifications

Mopping set

| Name| ROVUS NANO ROBOTIC VAC MOPPING SET
ID| 110073310
Dust bin capacity| 230 ml
Water tank capacity| 220 ml
Microfiber cloths| 80 % of Polyester fiber, 20 % of Aramid fiber
2,4 GHz Wi-Fi| Frequency range| 2412-2472 MHz
| Maximum RF output power| ≤ 100 mW (20 dBm)
Country of origin: P.R.C.
ORT number and production date can be found on the product.
Rovus Trademark owner, Importer to EU, Distributor: Top Shop International SA, Via al Mulino 22, CH-6814 Cadempino, Switzerland
Producer: Guangzhou COAYU Robot CO., Ltd.

Explanation of markings
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal; recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling
Manufacturer’s declaration that product meets the requirements of the applicable EC directives.
Conformity with Technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) (Russia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan and Belarus)
A Class II or double insulated electrical appliance is one which has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth (ground).
At the end of their useful life, discard batteries with a precaution for our environment. The battery contains material that is dangerous to you and the environment. You must remove and discard these materials separately at a equipment that accepts lithium-ion batteries.

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