ECOVACS WINBOT8 Automatic Window Glass Cleaning Robot Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- ECOVACS
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WINBOT8
Instruction Manual
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Important Safety Instructions
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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This Appliance is not intended to be used by children under 8 or anyone lacking knowledge on proper use. Supervision may be necessary. Do not allow children to play with the Appliance.
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Do not use the Appliance in extremely hot or cold environments (below 0˚C/32˚F or above 40˚C/104˚F). The Appliance can be used to clean outside windows if it is properly tethered to the Safety Pod, winds are calm, and it is not raining or snowing.
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Please ensure the Appliance is plugged in while it is cleaning. The Appliance has a Back-Up Battery that charges during use. The Back-Up Battery powers the Appliance if it becomes unplugged or the electricity fails.
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Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in.
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For household use ONLY. Do not use the Appliance in commercial or industrial environments.
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Do not use the Appliance on cracked glass.
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Only use accessories recommended or supplied by the manufacturer. Only use the Power Adapter supplied by the manufacturer.
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Please make sure your power supply voltage matches the power voltage marked on the Power Adapter.
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Do not use the Appliance on a framed window with a frame smaller than 5mm (0.2 inches).
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Do not use the Appliance on wet or greasy windows.
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Store the Appliance away from heat and flammable materials.
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Do not use the appliance if it does not firmly attach to the glass or has visible signs of damage.
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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not put the Appliance in water or other liquid. Do not place or store appliances where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
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Do not touch power plug or the appliance with wet hands.
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Do not charge the Appliance in extremely hot or cold environments, or it may affect battery life span.
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When charging the Appliance, do not place it on other electrical appliances and keep it away from fire and liquid.
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Take care not to damage the power cord. Do not pull on or carry the appliance by the power cord, use the power cord as a handle, close a window on the power cord, or put heavyweights on the power cord. Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.
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Do not use with a damaged power cord or receptacle. Do not use the Appliance if it is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, or comes in contact with water. It must be repaired by the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
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The plug must be removed from the receptacle before cleaning or maintaining the Appliance.
Do not unplug the Power Adapter by pulling on the power cord. -
The Back-Up Battery must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
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The Back-Up Battery must be removed and discarded according to local laws and regulations before disposal of the Appliance.
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The Appliance must be disconnected from the receptacle before removing the battery for disposal of the Appliance.
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Please dispose of used batteries according to local laws and regulations.
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Do not incinerate the Appliance even if it is severely damaged. The battery can explode in a fire.
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The Appliance must be used in accordance with the directions in this Instruction Manual. The company cannot be held liable or responsible for any damages or injuries caused by improper use.
Please do NOT use the WINBOT on any non-standard glass surface. Especially not
suitable for acrylic glass surfaces.
For EU Countries
Correct Disposal of this Product
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other
household waste 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 recycle your used
device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer
where the product was purchased. They can safely recycle this product.
Package Contents and Technical Specifications
Package Contents
Specifications
WINBOT model| | W850|
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Working Voltage| | 24V DC| Rated Power| | 75W
| Remote Control|
Rated output voltage| | | 3V DC
| Power Adapter: EA10952|
Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz| 2.5A| Output: 24V DC| 3.75A
- Technical and design specifications may be changed in the course of continuous product improvement.
Product Diagram
WINBOT 8
1. Bumper Rail
2. Speaker
3. Status Indicator Light and START/PAUSE Button
4. Handle
5. Upgrade Port (for after-sale service)
6. Power Cord
7. Edge Detection Sensors
8. Cleaning Pad| 9. Squeegees
10. Bottom Power Switch
11. Driving Treads
12. Fan
13. Bottom Status Indicator Light
14. Suction Sensor
15. Velcro
16. Side Rollers
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Remote Control
- RESET Button
- Direction Control Buttons
- START/PAUSE Button
- “N” Cleaning Mode Button
- “Z” Cleaning Mode Button
- Remote Control Pairing Button
Operating WINBOT 8
Notes Before Cleaning
Do not use WINBOT 8 on a framed window with a frame smaller than 5mm (0.2”).
WINBOT 8 can clean framed
or frameless glass, larger than 50 x 50cm (19.7’’ x 19.7’’).
If WINBOT 8’s Status
Indicator Light flashes GREEN after powering ON, the Back-Up Battery requires
charging. Keep WINBOT 8 plugged in to charge the Back-Up Battery until the
Status Indicator Light flashes BLUE. WINBOT 8 will not clean until the Back-Up
Battery is charged.
If the window is covered with dirt, clean a small area on the glass before use
and place WINBOT 8 there.
Remove the Bumper Rail protection strips on both sides of WINBOT 8 before
first use.
- Please ensure there is a 15cm (5.9”) clearance between the glass and obstacles in the room like curtains or furniture.
- WINBOT 8 can clean horizontally mounted glass but only when using the Direction Control Buttons on the Remote Control.
- WINBOT 8 can clean glass mounted at an angle but may not operate normally; in such a case, a person should be in the vicinity to assist should there be a problem.
- Do not use WINBOT 8 upside down.
- WINBOT 8 should only be used with WINBOT Cleaning Solution. Using other cleaners significantly reduces WINBOT’s performance and can damage the robot.
- Please refer to the manufacturer’s care and cleaning instructions before using WINBOT 8 on glass with an uneven surface, such as frosted, textured, patterned, or coated glass. ECOVACS Robotics cannot be responsible for damage due to improper use on these surfaces.
Attach the Cleaning Pad
Turn WINBOT 8 over and attach the Cleaning Pad to the bottom of WINBOT 8 smoothly. The white side of the Cleaning Pad attaches to the Velcro, and the gray microfiber side faces out. Make sure the Cleaning Pad does not cover the Squeegees or Edge Detection Sensors.
- The Cleaning Pad is not completely square and if attached improperly, covers part of the Squeegees.
Assemble the Power Adapter
Install the Safety Tether
End A: WINBOT 8 Power Cord
End C: Safety Pod End| End B: Power Adapter Power Cord
D: Safety Tether
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- Loop one end of the Safety Tether to End A on the WINBOT 8 Power Cord and tighten.
- Connect End A and End B and tighten.
- Loop the other end of the Safety Tether around the Safety Pod’s channel and pull it tight.
- If the length of the power cord restricts WINBOT 8’s movement, a WINBOT Extension Cord can be used. Disconnect End A and End B, and connect them with both ends of the Extension Cord respectively and tighten.
- Only one Extension Cord can be used when WINBOT 8.
Place the Safety Pod
Wipe the surface of the Safety Pod’s suction cup clean with the provided
Finishing Cloth. If WINBOT 8 is being used to clean an inside window: Press
the Safety Pod FIRMLY on the top corner of the inside window. Make sure the
Safety Pod is attached securely in place. 
If WINBOT 8 is being used to clean an outside window: Press the Safety Pod
FIRMLY on the inside of the window being cleaned. Make sure the Safety Pod is
attached and securely in place.
Spray Cleaning Solution
- WINBOT should only be used with WINBOT Cleaning Solution. Using other cleaners significantly reduces WINBOT’s performance and can damage the robot.
Spray the upper and lower sides of the Cleaning Pad with the provided WINBOT Cleaning Solution 8 times each.
After spraying, wipe the bottom of WINBOT 8 with the provided Finishing
Cloth.
Start
- Plugin WINBOT 8
- Do not unplug WINBOT 8 while it is cleaning.
2. P ower ON
Move the Power Switch to the “-” position. WINBOT 8 is powered ON when the Status
Indicator Light flashes BLUE. - Keep objects away from WINBOT 8’s Fan to avoid blockage.
3. Place on the Glass
Place WINBOT 8 on the window at least 10cm (4”) from window corners or other obstacles.
WINBOT 8 has successfully attached to the window when the Status Indicator Light glows a continuous BLUE.
- Please ensure there is a 15cm (5.9”) clearance between the glass and obstacles in the room like curtains or furniture.
4. Start
Start WINBOT 8 using one of the methods below.
• Press the START/PAUSE button on WINBOT 8 or on the Remote Control to begin cleaning. WINBOT 8 automatically chooses an “N” or “Z” cleaning path.
• Choose your own cleaning path by pressing the “N” or “Z” Cleaning Mode Button on the Remote Control to begin cleaning.
“N” Cleaning Mode is best for tall windows.
WINBOT 8 cleans in an “N” path.
“Z” Cleaning Mode is best for wide windows.
WINBOT 8 cleans in a “Z” path.
Pause
Pause WINBOT 8 during cleaning by pressing the START/PAUSE button on the robot
or on the Remote Control. 
Direct WINBOT 8 to move
forward, backward, left and right using the Direction Control Buttons on the
Remote Control when Paused. WINBOT 8 cleans when the Direction Control
Buttons are used. Switch to a different Cleaning Mode using the Cleaning Mode
Buttons on the Remote Control when Paused.
Stop
When WINBOT 8 completes its cleaning cycle, it returns to the place it started and beeps.
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Remove WINBOT 8
Grasp WINBOT 8’s Handle. Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds and the fan will stop. Remove WINBOT 8 from the window. Polish away any marks left on the glass from WINBOT’s removal with the provided Finishing Cloth.
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Power OFF
Move the Power Switch to the “o” position.
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Remove the Safety Pod.
Polish away any marks left on the glass from the Safety Pod’s removal with the provided Finishing Cloth.
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Unplug WINBOT 8
- If WINBOT 8 has a problem and the indicator Light flashes RED, it can be reset by pressing the RESET Button on the Remote Control. See “Troubleshooting” for details.
Maintenance
Before performing cleaning and maintenance on WINBOT 8, Power OFF and unplug WINBOT 8 from the receptacle.
Cleaning Pad
Turn WINBOT 8 over and remove the Cleaning Pad. Soak the Cleaning Pad in cool, clean water for 2 minutes. Hand wash with mild detergent and lay flat to dry. Allow it to dry completely before re-attaching it to WINBOT 8.
- Do NOT use a wet Cleaning Pad on WINBOT 8 or it may slip on the window.
- Washing the Cleaning Pad regularly can extend its service life.
- If the Cleaning Pad becomes worn or no longer fits exactly within the Velcro area, replace it with a new one to achieve the best cleaning performance.
Fan, Sensors, and Squeegees
Fan
Turn WINBOT 8 over and wipe any debris from the Fan with the provided
FinishingCloth to maintain suction.
Side Rollers
Turn WINBOT 8 over and wipe the four Side Rollers with the provided Finishing
Cloth to maintain their effectiveness.
Edge Detection Sensors
Turn WINBOT 8 over and wipe the four Edge Detection Sensors clean with the
provided Finishing Cloth to maintain their effectiveness.
Squeegees
Turn WINBOT 8 over and wipe the two Squeegees with the provided Finishing
Cloth to maintain their effectiveness.
Driving Treads
Turn WINBOT 8 over and move the Power Switch to “ -” position. Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to stop the Fan.
Inspect the Driving
Treads by using the and buttons on the Remote Control. Stop the Driving Treads
if dirt is seen on the Treads. 
Move the Power Switch to the “O” position.
Clean any dirt on the Driving Treads with the provided Finishing Cloth.
Status Indicator Light and Sounds
| Indicator | Description |
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| Status Indicator Light flashes GREEN | The backup battery is low and is |
charging. WINBOT will not clean until the Back-Up Battery is properly charged.
Status Indicator Light flashes BLUE| WINBOT 8 is powered ON and ready to be
placed on the glass.
Status Indicator Light glows a continuous BLUE| WINBOT 8 has successfully
adhered itself to the glass and is ready to clean.
Status Indicator Light flashes RED| WINBOT 8 has a problem. Please refer to
section 6, Troubleshooting, for details.
Status Indicator Light glows a continuous RED| WINBOT 8 has been placed in
Manual Override Mode. Please refer to section 6, Troubleshooting, for details.
WINBOT emits beeps| WINBOT 8 beeps in the following situations: WINBOT 8 is
powered on.
WINBOT 8 finishes cleaning.
WINBOT 8 has a problem.
Troubleshooting
| NO. | Malfunction | Possible Causes | Solutions |
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| 1 | Remote Control does not work | WINBOT 8 is cleaning. When WINBOT 8 is | |
| cleaning, only the START/PAUSE Button works on the Remote Control. | Pause |
WINBOT 8 by pressing the START/PAUSE button on the robot or Remote Control.
Other buttons on the Remote Control will function when WINBOT 8 is paused.
The Remote Control is not paired with WINBOT 8.
WINBOT 8 arrives from the factory paired with its Remote Control. If the
Remote Control becomes unpaired or is replaced, it can be repaired.| Power ON
WINBOT 8. At the same time, press and hold the START/PAUSE Button on WINBOT 8
and Pairing Button on the Remote Control.
Paring is complete when the START/ PAUSE Button blinks RED, BLUE and
GREEN.
If the Remote Control does not work and the Status Indicator Light flashes
RED, WINBOT 8 may need to be reset.| Reset WINBOT 8 by pressing the RESET
Button on the Remote Control.
2| Status Indicator Light flashes BLUE after the product is placed on the
glass| The Cleaning Pad is attached incorrectly and is covering the Squeegees
or the Edge Detection Sensors.| Remove the Cleaning Pad and re-attach it
making sure it is placed exactly within its Velcro area and does not cover the
Squeegees or the Edge Detection Sensors.
Edge Detection Sensor malfunction.| A. Remove the Cleaning Pad and re-attach
it making sure it does not cover or affect the Edge Detection Sensors.
B. Clean the Edge Detection Sensors as described in section 4.
C. If the problem persists, please contact Customer Service.
Fan malfunction.| A. Clean the Fan as described in section 4.
B. If the problem persists, please contact Customer Service.
Glass is too dirty for WINBOT 8 to adhere properly.| Clean a small area on the
glass before use and place WINBOT 8 there.
| NO. | Malfunction | Possible Causes | Solutions |
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| 3 | Status Indicator | ||
| Light of the product flashes RED | Interruption of electricity while WINBOT 8 |
was cleaning due to power failure, plug displacement, or loose connection to
the Power Adapter.| A.Connect WINBOT 8 to the Power Adapter and plug into the
wall
receptacle. Press the Start/Pause Button on WINBOT 8 or on the Remote Control.
WINBOT 8 will resume cleaning.
B.In case of power failure and the above solution does not work, please use
the Direction Control Buttons on the Remote Control to direct WINBOT 8 to a
position on the window where you can safely reach it, turn off the fan and
remove it from the window. If power has resumed, place WINBOT 8 on the window
again and restart.
WINBOT 8 has moved over a problem area and is losing suction.| A.Press the
RESET Button on the Remote Control. Use the Direction Control buttons on the
Remote Control to move WINBOT 8 away from the problem area and at least
10cm/4″ from window comers and obstacles. Restart WINBOT 8.
B.Press the RESET Button on the Remote Control, then use the Direction Control
Buttons to direct WINBOT 8 to clean around the problem area.
Edge Detection Sensors are dirty| Wipe the four Edge Detection Sensors dean as
described in section 4. If
the problem persists, please contact Customer Service.
4| WINBOT 8 moves in an irregular pattern during cleaning.| There is too much
dirt and debris on the window.| A.Spray additional Cleaning Solution on the
upper and lower sides of the Cleaning Pad.
B.Clean the Driving Treads as described in section 4.
C.Replace the Cleaning Pad and restart the cleaning cycle.
D.Clean the window using the Direction Control Buttons on the Remote Control.
E.Clean the window by hand first and use WINBOT 8 for regular cleaning after
that.
• WINBOT 8 is intended to be used for maintenance cleaning on common windows.
The product is NOT designed to replace heavy-duty or first-time cleaning.
| NO. | Malfunction | Possible Causes | Solutions |
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| 5 | WINBOT 8 is stuck in the window corner and cannot move, be controlled by | ||
| the Remote Control, or be reset by pressing RESET. | Insufficient suction or | ||
| Edge Detection Sensor signal abnormality. | A.Press the RESET Button on the |
Remote Control.
B.If WINBOT 8 does not Reset, it must be placed in Manual Override Mode. Hold
the RESET Button on the Remote Control until the Status Indicator Light glows
a continuous RED. In Manual Override Mode, the Direction Control Buttons on
the Remote Control are activated. Use the Direction Control Buttons to move
WINBOT 8 to a position away from edges and where you can safely reach it.
Remove WINBOT 8 from the window and power OFF. Power ON and restart.
•When using the Manual Override Mode, do not leave WINBOT 8 attached to the
glass.
C. If the problem persists, please contact Customer Service.
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