eta Aquilo PRO Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Smart Application User Manual

eta Aquilo PRO Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Smart Application

Product Information

The product is the ETA Aquilo Pro, a cleaning robot designed to assist with household cleaning tasks. It comes with various accessories and features, including a mop, HEPA filter, dust bag, and cleaning brushes. The robot is equipped with a Li-Ion battery with a capacity of 5200 mAh, providing a runtime of 4-5 hours. It operates on a frequency of 2.4 GHz and has a wireless connection capability with Wi-Fi support.

The Aquilo Pro has a weight of 4.1 kg and dimensions of 409 x 428 x 423 mm. It is designed for domestic use and should not be used in commercial settings. The robot is equipped with safety features to prevent accidents, such as protection against twisting clothes or body parts into the brush or wheels.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before using the Aquilo Pro, make sure to read and understand the general safety instructions provided in the user manual.
2. Remove any easily damaged objects from the area where the robot will be used to prevent damage to those objects.
3. Ensure that the power cord of the charger is inserted properly to avoid electric shock, short circuit, smoking, or fire.
4. Use only the charging station provided with the Aquilo Pro for charging the robot.
5. Avoid bending the power cord excessively or placing heavy objects on it, as this may cause damage to the cord or lead to fire or electric shock.
6. Do not disassemble, maintain, or transform the product by anyone other than designated maintenance technicians to avoid fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
7. Avoid approaching heat sources or combustible materials such as cigarettes, lighters, matches, or gasoline cleaners, as they may cause damage or accidents.
8. Regularly check and clean the wheels of the robot to ensure smooth operation.
9. In case of any issues or malfunctions, restart the vacuum cleaner.
10. For detailed instructions on how to use the Aquilo Pro, refer to the user manual provided with the product.

Dear customer, thank you for purchasing our product. Keep this instruction for use and cash receipt (if possible, including the package and its interior) for further reference.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Consider the instructions for use as a part of the appliance and pass them on to any other user of the appliance.

• Check whether the data on the type label correspond with the voltage in electric socket.

• Never use the appliance if its power cord of adaptor is damaged, if it does not work properly, if it fell down and was damaged. In this case take the appliance to a special service to check its safety and proper function.

• The product is intended for home use and similar (in shops, offices and similar workplaces, in hotels, motels and other residential environments, in facilities providing accommodation with breakfast). It is not intended for commercial use!

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Before replacing accessories or accessible parts, which move during operation, before assembly and disassembly, before cleaning or maintenance, turn off the appliance!

• If the power cord of the appliance is corrupted, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, its service technician or a similarly qualified person.

• Never use the appliance if the power cord or power plug are damaged, if the appliance is not correctly operating or if it has fallen on the floor and been damaged, or if it has fallen into water.

• In order to ensure safety and proper function of the appliance, use only original spare parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer.

• WARNING: Use only the charging dock supplied together with this unit for charging.

• To power the appliance, only apply safe small voltage in accordance with the type plate.

• Don´t put hands close to rotating part.

•  Never immerse the vacuum cleaner into water (even its parts)!

• Never vacuum without a properly inserted filtration system and micro-filters.

• Do not vacuum sharp objects (e.g. glass, shatter), hot, flammable, explosive items
  (e.g. ash, hot cigarette butts, gasoline, thinners and aerosol vapours) or greases (e.g. fats, oils), caustic agents (e.g. acids, solvents). Vacuuming these objects may lead to damage of the dust filters, or the vacuum cleaner.

• Pores of the filters may be clogged when vacuum cleaning very fine dust (e.g. fine sand, cement dust, plaster). Thus, air permeability will be reduced and the suction performance will drop. In this case, clean the filters even though the dust container is not full yet.

• Always switch off the vacuum cleaner first and disconnect the power cord from power supply and only then empty the dust container, clean/replace micro-filters, clean the vacuum cleaner or its accessories.

• Never leave the vacuum cleaner exposed to weather conditions (rain, frost, direct sun radiation, etc.).

• Never use the appliance for any other purpose than for the intended purpose described in these instructions for use!

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains when not in use for a long period.

• Secure please gaps on the floor (eg, Threshold Strip) to avoid damaging the rotating brushes. These joints may also limit the vacuum cleaner jams bristle of brush into the gaps.

• This device can not be used on a carpet whose pile length is over 1 cm. At the same time, the vacuum cleaner may not function properly on some types of dark carpets which surface „deceives” the sensors an can cause chaotic movements of the vacuum cleaner or its failure to reach some parts of the floor. Robot vacuum cleaner can cross floor transition strips of approx. 2 cm in height.

• Make precautions to solve the problem which may make the cleaning in trouble, such as:

  • Keep the easily knock over objects in a safe place.
  • Permian the edge of the carpet.
  • The hanging table cloth and curtain should not touch the ground.
  • The flammable object should be cut from the fire source.
  • Sort out the tangled power cord on the floor.
  • Pick up the newspaper, book, magazine and large piece of paper scattered on the floor.

• Check whether the main brush is correctly fixed inside the robot before cleaning.

• Examine if the dustbin is empty and insure it is fixed before it works.

• See if up-ground height sensor are wiped clean.

• If you only need to clean one room, please close the door.

• If the room which needs to be cleaned wants a partition, you can place the virtual wall, at the same time, check the facing opening width.

• Please be aware that device needs 11 cm of clearance underneath furniture so that it will not become trapped.

• Do NOT drop the Robot, should this happen, run the Robot to see that everything is okay before letting it operate by itself without you being present.

• If the battery is leaking, remove it immediately; it can damage the vacuum cleaner.

• Discharged battery must be disposed in an appropriate manner (see section

ENVIRONMENT).

• Never use the appliance for any other purpose than for the intended one described in these instructions for use! This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
• The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper use of the appliance and the accessories and its guarantee for the appliance does not apply in situations when the safety warnings above are not complied with. Failure to replace or maintain all filters regularly and also using non-original filters, the properties of which resulted in failure or damage of the vacuum cleaner is also understood to be improper use of the appliance.

Wireless connection and compatibility

• The ETA company cannot be liable in any way for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages, or for any loss of data or loss due to information leakage during wireless communication.
• Successful wireless communication cannot be guaranteed 100% on all Smart devices and Wifi networks (routers). Due to the variety of devices on the market, there may
  be cases where the character or specification of a given smart device or Wifi network
  (router) makes connection impossible or is in some way disturbed. In addition, several factors, including hardware and software configuration, also affect the success of wireless communication over a Wifi network. The connection between the robot and your Wifi network can also be adversely affected by the surrounding Wifi networks that they can be tuned to the same channel and disrupt connections (e.g. in housing estates, apartment buildings, etc.). These facts are not a reason to claim the appliance.

The application is owned and operated by a third party (hereinafter the “Subject”) different from HP TRONIC Zlín, Ltd. (hereinafter the „Seller“). No personal information is transmitted between the Subject and the Seller. When registering for the application, the customer transfers the personal data directly to the Subject, which becomes the personal data controller. The Application and the associated privacy policy are governed by the Rules of the Subject.

APPLICABILITY

The product, mainly applicable to home, hotel rooms and small office, is good for cleaning to various short-haired carpet, wood floor, hard floor, ceramic tile, etc.

Since the vacuum cleaner moves freely in the space of your home, it is necessary to adapt the environment to this fact. Before use, remove all unwanted objects (stretched cables, scattered clothes, papers, bags, etc.) from the floor that could impede the movement
of the vacuum cleaner or, conversely, fragile objects (e.g. glass and ceramic vases) that could be damaged by the vacuum cleaner.

If you use the device in an apartment with several storeys, it is necessary to carry the charging station along with the device from one storey to another.

PRODUCT COMPONENTS

PACKAGE CONTENTS AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

ROBOTIC VACUUM CLEANER

• A – Robotic vacuum cleaner
• A1 – Front bumper
• A2 – Sensors against falling downstairs
• A3 – Charging contacts
• A4 – Drive Wheels (Left / Right)
• A5 – Front wheel
• A6 – Side brush
• A7 – Main brush
• A8 – Main brush cover
• A9 – Upper removable lid
• A10 – Laser module
• A11 – Front sensor
• A12 – Rear sensor
• A13 – Ultrasonic sensor
• C – Control panel
• H – Rotation clips for mops

DUSTBIN

• B – Dirt container
• B1 – Dirt tank release button
• B2 – Dirt tank
• B3 – HEPA filter

CONTROL PANEL

• C – Control panel
• C1 – ON /OFF/AUTO (automatic cleaning) / STOP (PAUSE) button
• C2 – CHARGING / STOP (PAUSE) button

BASE

• D – Base
• D1 – Light indicator
• D2 – Cleaning grate
• D3 – Charging contacts
• D4 – Access surface for the robot vacuum
• D5 – Orifice for suction of dirt from the dirt container B
• D6 – Blowing Orifice
• D7 – Dust container lid
• D8 – Dust container compartment
• D9 – Power cable
• E – Clean water tank
• E1 – Lid
• E2 – Tilting handle
• E3 – Suction hose
• E4 – Foam filter
• E5 – Filter cover
• F – Dirty water tank
• F1 – Lid
• F2 – Tilting handle
• G – Dust bag

ROTATION CLIPS FOR MOPS

• H – Rotation clips for mops
• H1 – Mop

PREPARATION FOR USE

Remove all packing material, remove vacuum cleaner and accessories.
Remove all adhesion films, labels, paper (if any) on the body of the device and all transport protection items. VACUUM CLEANER PREPARATION
Install rotation clips H and mops H1, then checking if dirt container B, side brush A6, main brush A7 are installed properly.

BASE INSTALLATION

1. Place the base on the floor. Make sure there is enough space on the sides of the base (at least 0.5 m) and in front of the base (at least 1.5). Don´t expose the charging dock to sunshine.
2. Connect the base to electric mains (Light indicator D1 lights up).
3. Check correct installation of dust bag G in compartment D8 or insert the bag to the compartment.
4. If you will use the mopping function, remove the clean water tank E and fill it with clean water (up to MAX mark). Then insert it back in place.
5. Check correct installation of cleaning grate D2.

VACCUM CLEANER USE

Note
The robot vacuum has the voice message function (various languages can be set).

SWITCHING ON THE VACUUM CLEANER

1. Press button C1 for approx. 3 seconds.
2. When the voice message will be issued and light buttons (C1 and C2) are lighting, the device is ready for use.

Note
Factory setting of the voice message is Czech.

BATTERY CHARGING

1. Check correct assembly of the base and its connection to electric mains (Light indicator D1 must be lighting).
2. Place robot vacuum near to the base and press button C2. If the battery is deeply discharged, place the robot vacuum directly on the base manually.

Notes

• Standard charging time is approx. 4-5 hours. Fully charged battery will work for approx. 180 minutes, depending on set functions.
• The stated operating times are based on ETA‘s internal testing and only apply to a new and fully charged battery. Depending on the age and wear of the battery, the operating time decreases.
• After cleaning, the device will find the base automatically.
• The level of battery charging can be easily determined using “ETA AQUILO” app. You can also sent the device back to the base using this app.

SWITCHING ON / STANDBY MODE / SLEEPING MODE / AUTOMATIC SWITCHING OFF

Start (Cleaning)
Press C1 to switch on the robot vacuum.

Standby mode (Pause)
After switching on, the robot vacuum always goes to standby mode. If the vacuum robot is in operation mode (i. e. cleaning is being carried out), it can be switched to standby mode by pressing C1/C2.

Note
The robot vacuum must start cleaning from its base. Therefore, put the base on a suitable place, according to the instructions above, and do not change this location. This allows the device to return back to its base.

Sleep mode / automatic switching off
If the robot vacuum will stop in the room, it will be automatically switched to sleep mode after 5 minutes of inactivity. After following approx. 6 hours (in sleep mode), it will be switched off automatically. Then the robot vacuum must be switched on again by long pressing button C1 (approx. 3 seconds).

Note
If the robot vacuum is in the base connected to electric mains, it will never be
switched to sleep mode and automatically switched off.

CLEANING MODES AND DEVICE FUNCTIONS WITHOUT USING THE ETA AQUILO APPLICATION

Smart automatic cleaning
Press button C1. During cleaning, the vacuum cleaner moves gradually and systematically in the space according to the programmed route. It divides the space into individual segments. As soon as the cleaning programme has been completed, the robot vacuum returns to the base automatically.

Return to the base
After completion of the cleaning programme, the robot vacuum automatically returns back to the base. Or it can be sent to the base by pressing C2.

Factory settings
Press C2 for approx. 5 seconds. Voice message will be heard. Then press C2 again for approx. 5 seconds to restore factory settings.

NOTE
When factory settings has been restored, all settings you have performed
using “ETA AQUILO” app will be reset.

MOPPING
Check correct installation of all items necessary for mopping (cleaning grate D2, tank E, tank F, rotation clips H for mops and mops H1). Press C1 to start automatic cleaning (see above). In the course of mopping, the robot vacuum will automatically return to the base for the purpose of cleaning and wetting the mops. After completion of mopping, the robot vacuum will return to the base for final cleaning and drying the mops.

Notes

• When mopping, we recommend cleaning the individual rooms.
• Do not add any cleaning agents to the water.
• Do not use mopping function on the carpets and avoid movement of the robot vacuum on the carpet.

ROBOT VACUUM LIGHT INDICATORS

Note
Some light signals can have several meanings. Meanings of light signals are supported by voice notifications or, as the case may be, by relevant notifications in the “ETA AQUILO” application . LIGHT INDICATORS – BASE

APPLICATION ETA AQUILO

In Easy Operation mode, the robot vacuum can be controlled using the buttons on control panel C. In order to use all device´s functions, you will have to install and use smart app “ETA AQUILO”, allowing extension of vacuum cleaner functionality and increased user comfort.
All other information, operating instructions of the app, instructions and hints for successful pairing with home network can be found at: www.etasince1943.com/robot
The app is available from Apple Store or Google Play database.

VACUUM CLEANER MAINTENANCE

Carry out maintenance and cleaning regularly, depending on the frequency of use and the amount of cleaning. In a more polluted environment (a pet household), more frequent maintenance will be required. Failure to carry out maintenance may damage the vacuum cleaner and its components!

CHARGING CONTACTS CLEANING
Switch off the robot vacuum and disconnects its base from electric mains! Clean charging contacts (A3, D3) of the device and the base using soft dry cloth. Clean at least once a month. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or oils to clean the contacts.

CLEANING DIRT CONTAINER AND A HEPA FILTER

1. Remove the dirt tank B from the vacuum cleaner. Dispose of dirt together with normal household waste.

2. Clean the dirt tank with the tool I (or other suitable).

3. Remove HEPA filter B3 from the dirt container and blow away/ knock out the filter carefully. You can also use cleaning instrument I.
   NOTICE

   • Do not use any aggressive washing or cleaning agents or hot water for cleaning HEPA filter.
   • Dry cleaning is recommended to maintain HEPA filter parameters.
   • If you choose to wash the HEPA filter with water, its filtering ability will be reduced. The maximum number of filter washes is 3x. Then it is necessary to buy a new one.
   • It is recommended to change the HEPA filter at least twice a year.
   • Do not wash HEPA filter in dishwasher.
   • Neglected cleaning or replacement of HEPA filter can result in malfunction of the robot vacuum!

4. After maintenance, assemble the dirt container with the HEPA filter and put it back to robot vacuum.

MAIN BRUSH CLEANING

1. Press relevant locking elements, remove cover A8 and main brush A7.
2. Clean the main brush with the cleaning tool I (or other suitable). You can also use scissors to remove tangled hair / hair. Wipe the main brush cover and main brush compartment with a soft, dry cloth.
3. After maintenance, install the main brush back to the robot vacuum.

SIDE BRUSH CLEANING

1. Loosen locking screw using screwdriver and remove brush A6.
2. Clean the brush and remove hair sticking on it.
3. After maintenance, install the brush back in place and tighten the locking screw again.

WHEELS CLEANING
Clean the front, left and right wheels with the I device. For easier maintenance, you can remove front wheel A5. After the maintenance, fit wheel A5 back to place.

NOTICE
Some hair / pet’s hair may be wrapped around the wheel axes and other dirt may stick. Inspect and clean the wheels regularly.

SENSORS CLEANING
When cleaning has been finished, wipe the sensors with soft damp cloth.

CLEANING ROTATION CLIPS FOR MOPS AND THE MOPS
Remove rotation clips H from the robot vacuum and remove mops H1. Clean clips H with soft dry cloth. Rinse mops H1 in running water.

CLEANING THE BASE
WARNING: The base must be cleaned after each cleaning. Dirty water in the container must be poured out each day!

1. Disconnect base D from power mains before cleaning. Wipe base surface with soft damp cloth. Open lid D7 and remove dust bag G. Dispose the bag in ordinary waste. Install the bag back in place.
2. Remove clean water container E. Pour out remaining water. Remove suction hose E3 and clean foam filter E4.
3. Remove dirt water container F and pour out water.
4. Remove cleaning grate D2 and clean it. Thoroughly clean the entire space for damping the mops using wet cloth. Regularly clean and check orifices D5 and D6. After the maintenance, put grate D2 back in place.

More extensive maintenance or maintenance requiring intervention in the inner parts of the appliance must be carried out by a professional service!

PROBLEMS SOLUTIONS

• The device cannot be switched on.

  • Low battery. Place the robot vacuum on the base and charge the battery.
  • Ambient temperature lower than 0 °C or higher than 35 °C. Working temperature of the device is 0-35 °C.

• The device cannot be charged.

  • Remove robot vacuum from the base and check its correct connection to electric mains.
  • Check and clean charging contacts (on robot vacuum and on the base).

• Robot vacuum cannot find the base.
  Robot vacuum is located too far from the base, place it nearer to the base. Do not relocate the base during cleaning.

• Abnormal behaviour of the machine.
  Restart the device.

• Abnormal sounds are generated.
  Wheels and the brushes are clogged. Clean where necessary.

• Lower cleaning potential or remaining dust on the surface.
  The dirt container is full. Clean it. HEPA filter is dirty , clean it or replace. The main brush is clogged. Clean it.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Robotic vacuum cleaner

• Appliance protection class III.
• operating voltage 14.4 V (DC)
• Accumulator Li-Ion
• Battery savings 5200 mAh
• Charging time 4-5 hours
• Weight 4.1 kg
• Dimensions Ø 380 mm x 99 mm
• Frequency range 2.4 GHz
• Output power (EIRP) 15.95 dBm
• Wireless technology Wifi

Declared acoustic level is 72 dB(A) re 1pW.

Compatibility:

• Smart device operational system
  • Android 8.0 and higher
  • IOS 10.0 and higher
• WIfI network
  • 2.4 Ghz
  • WPA1 and WPA2 security (recommended WPA2)

NOTICE The device cannot be operated on IEEE 802.1X-secured Wifi networks (usually corporate Wifi networks).

Charging station

• Appliance protection class II.
• Weight 7.2 kg
• Dimensions 409 x 428 x 423 mm
• Input voltage 220-240 V (AC)

Declared acoustic level is 78 dB(A) re 1pW.

Hereby, ETA a.s. declares that the radio equipment type ETA7243 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the ETA internet address. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications for the respective model. The manufacturer reserves the right to change/update the ETA AQUILO application without prior notice. Due to the character of such changes/updates, some information or procedures in this manual might become obsolete or might be missing. The capacity of the product battery decreases over time. Decreasing of battery capacity occurs during normal use of the appliance and is considered usual wear and tear of the appliance. Decreasing battery capacity is not a defect of the appliance.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

If the dimensions allow, there are labels of materials used for production of packing, components and accessories as well as their recycling on all parts. The symbols specified on the product or in the accompanying documentation mean that the used electrical or electronic products must not be disposed of together with municipal waste. For proper disposal of the product, hand it over at special collection places where it will be received free of charge. Suitable disposal of the product can help to maintain valuable natural resources and to prevent possible negative impacts on the environment and human health, which could be the possible consequences of improper waste disposal. Fines can be imposed for improper disposal of this type of waste in agreement with the national regulations. The appliance is equipped with the Li-Ion battery with long life. For environmental protection it is necessary to remove the battery from the appliance after its service life and the battery and the appliance must be disposed of safely using special collection networks. Ask for more details at the local authority or at the local waste collection site. For environmental protection it is necessary to remove the battery from the appliance after its service life and the battery and the appliance must be disposed of safely using special collection networks. Ask for more details at the local authority or at the local waste collection site.

Battery removing
Remove main brush cover A8. Remove the 4 battery compartment cover screws at the bottom of the vacuum cleaner. Remove the battery and unplug the connector. Remove the battery and unplug the connector. For unplugging the connector use more force for advantage of overcoming the safety fuse against spontaneous disconnection.
WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE, PACKAGING OR IN THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL:

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