Roomba i Series Robot Vacuum User Guide
- June 7, 2024
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Roomba i Series Robot Vacuum
i Series
Owner’s Guide
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
This owner’s guide includes information for Regulatory Model(s): RVB-Y1
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or damage, read and follow the safety precautions when
setting up, using, and maintaining your robot.
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.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential physical injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Risk of electric shock Risk of fire Separate Supply Unit
Class II equipment For indoor use only Rated power input, a.c.
Rated power output, d.c.
Rated power input, d.c.
Read operator’s manual
Keep out of reach of children
General symbol for recycling
BFP Backfeed Protection
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
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result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in property damage.
· Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the
floor.
· If the device passes over a power cord and drags it, there is a chance an
object could be pulled off a table or shelf. Before using this device, pick up
objects like clothing, loose papers,
GENERAL
pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords, and any fragile objects.
WARNING
· Your robot is not a toy. Small children and pets should be supervised when
your robot is operating.
· Do not sit or stand on your robot or charging station.
· Be aware that the robot moves on its own. Take care when walking in the area
that the robot is operating in to avoid stepping on it.
· Do not use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass, or anything that is
burning or smoking.
· Do not use unauthorised chargers. Use of an unauthorised charger could cause
the battery to generate heat, smoke, catch fire, or explode.
· Your robot comes with a region approved power supply cord and is designed to
be plugged into a standard household AC power outlet only. Do not use any
other power supply cord. For
NOTICE
· This robot is intended for dry floor use only. Do not use this device to
pick up spills. Do not allow your robot or charging station to become wet.
replacement cords, please contact Customer Care to ensure
· Do not place anything on top of your robot.
proper selection of country specific power supply cord.
· The failure to maintain cleanliness of charger contacts could
· Do not open your robot or charging station. There are no user
result in loss of ability for the robot to charge the battery.
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
CHARGING STATION
· Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry location only.
WARNING
· Do not handle your robot or charging station with wet hands.
· Store and operate your robot in room temperature environments only.
· If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical barrier should be
used to prevent access to the balcony and ensure safe
· Do not use a charging station with a damaged cord or plug if the cord or
plug is damaged, it must be replaced.
· Always disconnect your robot from the charging station before cleaning or
maintaining it.
operation.
· Charge your robot only with the power supply provided. The provided power
supply delivers safety extra low voltage corresponding to the input marking on
the robot which is required to maintain safe operation.
· To prevent the risk of your robot falling downstairs, ensure that the
charging station is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away from stairs.
NOTICE
· Product may not be used with any type of power converter. Use of power
converters will immediately void the warranty.
· If you live in an area prone to electrical storms, it is recommended that
you use additional surge protection. Your charging station may be protected
with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms.
BATTERY
WARNING
· Do not open, crush, heat above 176°F: 80°C, or incinerate. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions.
· Do not short-circuit the battery by allowing metal objects to contact
battery terminals or immerse in liquid. Do not subject batteries to mechanical
shock.
· Periodically inspect the battery pack for any sign of damage or leakage. Do
not charge damaged or leaking battery packs, do not allow the liquid to come
in contact with skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area
with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. Place the battery in a
sealed plastic bag and recycle or dispose of safely according
to local environmental regulations, or return it to your local authorised iRobot Service Centre for disposal.
CAUTION
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· Battery usage by children should be supervised. Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or a battery has been swallowed.
NOTICE
· The battery pack must be removed from the robot before recycling or
disposal.
· For best results, only use the iRobot Lithium Ion Battery that comes with
the robot.
· Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. Use only the rechargeable battery
supplied with the product. For replacement, purchase identical iRobot battery
or contact iRobot Customer Care for alternative battery options.
· Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and accessories before
long-term storage.
This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery must not be disposed of
with unsorted common municipal waste. As the end-user, it is your
responsibility to dispose of the end-of-life battery in your appliance in an
environmentally sensitive manner as follows:
(1) returning it to the distributor/dealer from whom you purchased the
product; or (2) depositing it in a designated collection point.
The separate collection and recycling of end-of-life batteries at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and to ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more
information, please contact your local recycling office or the dealer from
whom you originally purchased the product. Failure to properly dispose of end-
of-life batteries may result in the negative potential effects on the
environment and human health due to the substances in the batteries and
accumulators. Information regarding the effects of problematic substances in
the battery waste stream may be found at the following source:
http://ec.europa.eu/ environment/waste/batteries/
About your Roomba® Robot Vacuum
Top View EN
Faceplate
Camera
Dust Bin and Filter Bin Release Button
Home BaseTM Charging Station
RCON Sensor Handle
Light Touch Sensor
RCON Sensor IR Sensor Window
Charging Contacts
Bottom View
Brush Caps Dirt Disposal Port* Dust Bin Brush Frame Release Tab
Cliff Sensor Floor Tracking Sensor
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Multi-Surface Brushes
Buttons & Indicators
Cliff Sensor
Edge-Sweeping Brush
Charging Contacts
Cliff Sensor Caster Wheel Cliff Sensor
*Select models only
Light Ring Indicator Spot Clean Button CLEAN/Power Button Home Button
Using Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum
Positioning the Home BaseTM Charging Station
Charging
Good Wi-Fi® Coverage
CLEAN
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White Light Ring While Charging Solid White: fully charged Pulsing White:
charging Turns off after 1 minute to save power
1.5 ft. (0.5 m) both sides
4 ft. (1.2 m) from stairs
4 ft.(1.2 m) in front
*Objects are not to scale.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling downstairs, ensure that the
charging station is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away from stairs.
· Place the robot on the charging station to activate the battery.
Note: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge
the robot for 3 hours prior to starting the first cleaning job.
· If the “CLEAN” text is pulsing while charging, the robot is in the middle of
a cleaning job and will automatically resume where it left.off once recharged.
· The robot uses a small amount of power whenever it is on the charging
station. You can put the robot in a further-reduced power state when not in
use. For instructions and more details on this Reduced Power Standby Mode,
refer to the iRobot HOME App.
· For long-term storage, turn off the robot by removing it from the charging
station and holding down for 10 seconds. Store the robot in a cool, dry place.
Roomba® i Series Owner’s Guide 2
Cleaning
Remove excess clutter from floors before cleaning. Use your robot frequently
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Just Press CLEAN
Tap to Start/Pause/Resume
Hold for 3 seconds to end a job
Troubleshooting
· Your robot will tell you something is wrong by playing an audio alert and
turning the light ring indicator red. Press CLEAN or tap the bumper for
details. Further support and instructional videos are available in the iRobot
HOME App.
Red Light Ring
· Your robot will automatically explore and clean your home. It will return to
the charging station at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to
recharge.
· To send the robot back to its charging station, tap . A blue light ring
pattern will indicate that the robot is seeking the charging station.
· When your robot detects an especially dirty area, it will engage Dirt
DetectTM mode, moving in a forward/backward motion to clean the area more
thoroughly. The light ring indicator will flash blue.
· Tap to spot clean a designated area. The robot will spiral outward about 3
feet (1 meter) and then spiral inward to end where it started. The light ring
indicator will show a blue spiral.
CLEAN
When the robot senses its bin needs to be emptied, the light ring indicator will illuminate in a red sweeping motion toward the rear.
Low battery. Please charge.
· After 90 minutes of inactivity off the charging station, the robot will
automatically end its cleaning job.
Battery Safety & Shipping
For best results, only use the iRobot Lithium Ion Battery that comes with your
robot.
WARNING: Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion batteries
are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to ship this
product for service, travel, or any other reason, you MUST follow the below
shipping instructions.
· Battery MUST be turned off before shipping. · Turn off the battery by
removing the robot from the charging station and holding
down for 10 seconds. All indicators will turn off. · Package the product in
its original packaging. · Ship via ground transportation only (no air
shipping). · If you need further assistance, contact our Customer Care team or
visit
global.irobot.com.
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Accessories
Dual Mode Virtual Wall® Barrier
Note: For best results, place at least 8 feet (2.5 meters) from the charging
station.
Use the Dual Mode Virtual Wall® barrier to keep the robot in the places you
want cleaned — and out of the ones you don’t. It creates an invisible barrier
that only the robot can see. You can leave the device in position between
cleanings.
Choose the mode to meet your needs: Virtual Wall Mode: When the switch is in
the Virtual Wall position ( ), the device will create a linear barrier to
block openings up to 10 feet (3 meters).
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10 ft./3 m
Note: This barrier gets wider as it gets further from the device (refer to
illustration).
Halo Mode: Toggle the switch to the Halo position ( ), to create a circular
barrier. This will prevent the robot from approaching zones you want to
protect such as a pet bowl, vase, or under a desk. The Halo barrier extends
approximately 24 inches (60 centimetres) from the centre of the device.
24 in/60 cm
Note: The batteries will last about 8-10 months under normal use. If you are
not planning to use your Virtual Wall barrier for an extended period of time,
be sure to turn the switch to the Off or middle position.
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Care and Maintenance
Emptying the Bin
Care and Maintenance Instructions
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To keep your robot running at peak performance, perform the
procedures on the following pages.
1 Press bin release button to remove bin.
There are additional instructional videos in the iRobot HOME App. If you notice the robot picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin, clean the filter, and clean the brushes.
Cleaning the Filter
1 Remove the bin. Remove the filter by grasping both ends and pulling out.
Part
Bin Filter
Full Bin Sensor Front Caster Wheel Edge-Sweeping Brush and MultiSurface
Brushes
Care Frequency
Wash bin as needed Clean once a week (twice a week if you have a pet). Do not
wash. Clean every 2 weeks Clean every 2 weeks
Replacement Frequency* Every 2 months
Every 12 months
Clean once a month (twice Every 12 months a month if you have a pet)
Sensors and Charging Contacts
Clean once a month
Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you
think you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for
more information.
*Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if visible wear appears.
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2 Open bin door to empty bin.
2 Remove debris by tapping the filter against your trash container.
3 Place bin back in the robot.
3 Reinsert filter with ridged grips facing out. Place bin back in the robot.
Important: The robot will not run if the filter is not installed correctly.
Replace the filter every two months.
Cleaning the Full Bin Sensors
1 Remove and empty the bin.
Washing the Bin
Important: Do not wash the filter. Remove the filter before washing the bin.
1 Release the bin, remove the filter, and open the bin door.
2 Rinse the bin using warm water.
2 Wipe the inner sensors with a clean, dry cloth
Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping Brush
1 Use a coin or small screwdriver to remove the screw holding the EdgeSweeping Brush in place.
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2 Pull to remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush. Remove any hair or debris, then reinstall the brush.
3 Wipe the bin door with a clean, dry cloth.
Closed Door
Note: Bin is not dishwasher safe.
3 Make sure bin is completely dry. Reinsert filter and place bin back in the
robot.
Opened Door
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Cleaning the Front Caster Wheel
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1 Pull firmly on the front wheel module to remove it from the robot.
2 Pull firmly on the wheel to remove it from its housing (see illustration below).
3 Remove any debris from inside the wheel cavity.
4 Reinstall all parts when finished. Make sure the wheel clicks back into place.
Axle Wheel
Housing
Important: A front wheel clogged with hair and debris could result in damage
to your floor. If the wheel is not spinning freely after you have cleaned it,
please contact Customer Care.
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Cleaning the Multi-Surface Brushes
1 Pinch the brush frame release tab, lift the tab, and remove any
obstructions.
2 Remove the brushes from the robot. Remove the brush caps from the ends of
the brushes. Remove any hair or debris that has collected beneath the caps.
Reinstall the brush caps.
3 Remove any hair or debris from the square and hexagonal pegs on the opposite
side of the brushes.
4 Remove the bin from the robot and clear any debris from the vacuum path.
5 Reinstall the brushes in the robot. Match the shape of the brush pegs with
the shape of the brush icons in the cleaning head module.
Cleaning the Sensors, Camera Window, and Charging Contacts
1 Wipe sensors, camera window, and charging contacts with a clean, dry cloth.
Important: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor
openings.
iRobot Customer Care
USA & Canada
If you have questions or comments about your Roomba® robot vacuum,
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please contact iRobot before contacting a retailer.
You can start by visiting global.irobot.com for support tips, frequently asked questions, and information about accessories. This information can also be found in the iRobot HOME App. If you need further assistance, call our Customer Care team at 877-855-8593.
iRobot USA Customer Care Hours · Monday to Friday, 9AM — 9PM Eastern Time · Saturday and Sunday 9AM — 6PM Eastern Time
Outside USA & Canada
Visit global.irobot.com to: · Learn more about iRobot in your country · Get
hints and tips to improve your Roomba® robot vacuum’s performance · Get
answers to questions · Contact your local support centre
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Regulatory Information
Hereby, iRobot Corporation declares that this radio equipment device is in
compliance with the EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and the RoHS
Directive 2011/65/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is
available at the following internet address: www.irobot.com/compliance.
This device incorporates the BYD Precision Manufacture Co., Ltd. Trident radio
module model: AXC-Y1. Trident is a dual band radio which operates in the WLAN
2.4 GHz and WLAN 5 GHz bands.
· The 2.4 GHz band is limited to operate between 2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz MHz
with a maximum EIRP output power of 18.48dBm (70.47mW) at 2412MHz.
· The 5 GHz band is limited to operate between 5150 MHz — 5850 MHz with a
maximum EIRP output power of 21.02 dBm (126.47 mW) at 5180 MHz.
This symbol on the product indicates that the appliance must not be disposed
of with unsorted common municipal waste. As the end-user, it is your
responsibility to dispose of the end-of-life appliance in an environmentally
sensitive manner as follows:
· (1) returning it to the distributor/dealer from whom you purchased the
product; or
· (2) depositing it in a designated collection point.
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment,
which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact
your local authority for further details or your nearest designated collection
point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with your national legislation. More information may be found at
the following source: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/waste/weee/index_en.htm
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