iRobot RCA-Y1 Roomba Combo Vacuum Cleaning Instructions

**iRobot RCA-Y1 Roomba Combo Vacuum Cleaning Instructions

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Safety information

Important safety information

This Owner’s Guide includes information for regulatory model(s):
Robot: RCA-Y1, RCA-Y2 | Dock: ADK-Y1 | Battery: ABL-H, ABL-F, ABL-D2Ax, ABL- D2Bx (x = 1 or 2) | Robot Radio Module: AXG-Y1, 6233E-UUB | Dock Radio Module: ESP32-C3-MINI-1

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WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

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

**** 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
Class II equipment
Class III equipment
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General symbol for recycling
Risk of fire
For indoor use only
Rated power output, DC
Keep out of reach of children
Separate supply unit
Caution
Rated power input, AC
Rated power input, DC

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in property damage

GENERAL

WARNING

• Your robot comes with a region-approved power supply cord and is designed to be plugged into a standard household AC power socket only.
  Do not use any other power supply cord. For replacement cords, please contact Customer Care to ensure the proper selection of a countryspecific power supply cord.

• Do not submerge your robot in water.

• Do not open your robot except as instructed to install or replace the Battery or to perform required maintenance. Do not open the integrated dock charger known as Home Base or Clean Base. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Risk of electric shock, only use indoors in a dry location.

• Do not handle your robot or Charging Station with wet hands.

• Do not use unauthorised chargers. Use of an unauthorised charger could cause the Battery to generate heat, smoke, catch fire or explode.

• 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 dock.

• 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 operation.

• Clean the (Edge Detection or Cliff) Sensor lens and covers on the bottom of your robot for dust and dirt build-up as needed.

• If the room to be cleaned contains equipment, such as a stove, fan or humidifier, remove the equipment before operation. There is a risk of injury, accident or malfunction if the robot comes into contact with and pushes the equipment.

• Do not use the mopping pad plate as a handle to lift or move the robot.

• Be aware that floors may be slippery after wet cleaning with your robot.

• Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical sockets in the floor.

CAUTION

• Do not use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass, or anything that is burning or smoking.
• 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.
• If the device passes over a power cord and drags it, there is a chance that an object could be pulled off a table or shelf. Before using this device, pick up objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords and any fragile objects.
• Perform the required maintenance as per the Owner’s Guide to ensure safe operation of the robot and Charging Station.
• If the robot is operating on a floor with stairs, please remove any clutter from the top step.

NOTICE

• Do not allow your robot or Charging Station to become wet.

• Do not place anything on top of your robot.

• Failure to maintain the cleanliness of the charging contacts could result in the robot losing its ability to charge the Battery and the contacts may become hot to the touch.

• Before running your robot on hard floors, please test your robot on a small section of the hard floor to ensure that it is compatible. Using your robot on a hard floor that is not compatible could result in damage to your floor.
  Contact your hard floor manufacturer for questions about compatibility.

• Before running your robot on carpets or rugs, ensure that the carpets or rugs are compatible with vacuums using bars or brushes. Using your robot on a carpet or rug that is not compatible could result in damage to your carpet or rug. Contact your carpet or rug manufacturer with questions on compatibility.

BATTERY

WARNING

• Do not open, crush, heat above 80°C (176°F) or incinerate. Follow the Owner’s Guide instructions for proper use, maintenance, handling and disposal.

• Do not short-circuit the Battery by allowing metal objects to contact the battery terminals or by immersing it in liquid. Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.

• Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to post this product (with the Battery included) for service, travel or any other reason, you must refer to the Troubleshooting section of your Owner’s Guide or contact Customer Care for postage instructions.

• 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 into contact with skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with large amounts of water and seek medical advice.
  Place the Battery in a sealed plastic bag and recycle or dispose of it safely according to local environmental regulations or return it to your local authorised iRobot Service Centre for disposal.

• Keep the battery pack clean and dry. Wipe the cell/Battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

CAUTION

• 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 an 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.

CLEANING SOLUTION

WARNING

• Household cleaning products are safe when used and stored according to the instructions on the label. Always make sure that you read and follow the directions carefully.
• Only use authorised Cleaning Solutions found on answers.irobot.com/s/ roomba-combo-cleanser.
• For Cleaning Solution warnings, please refer to the outer box and solution bottle.

Keep away from children

Rinse hands after use

Keep away from eyes.
If the product gets into eyes, rinse thoroughly with water

AUTO-FILL DOCK

WARNING

• Do not use if the cord or plug is damaged. If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service centre.
• Always disconnect your robot from the Auto-Fill Dock before cleaning or maintaining it.
• Only charge your robot with the power supply provided. The provided power supply delivers a safety extra-low voltage corresponding to the input marking on the robot, which is required to maintain safe operation.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
• To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that the Charging Station is placed at least 1.2 metres (4 feet) away from stairs.
• To properly maintain your Auto-Fill Dock, do not place foreign objects in your Debris Evacuation Port and ensure that it is clear of debris.
• In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
• Do not pour any liquids into the device and do not immerse in water.
• Do not allow liquids to get on or into the Auto-Fill Dock.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug your Auto-Fill Dock before cleaning.
• Keep the Auto-Fill Dock and power cord away from heated surfaces.
• To avoid accidental contact with or ingestion of the cleaning solution, do not allow children to remove the tank from the Auto-Fill Dock.
• Full tank is heavy. To avoid risk of injury, take additional care when inserting or removing the tank. Do not allow children to insert or remove the tank.

CAUTION

• Only charge the Battery that came with your robot. Other types of batteries may burst, causing injury. Always contact iRobot Customer Care for the correct replacement of your Battery

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 Auto-Fill Dock may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms.
• Do not use without a dust bag and/or filters in place.

 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 at 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 negative potential effects on the environment and human health due to the substances in the batteries and accumulators.

About your Roomba Combo® Robot Vacuum & Mop

Top view

Bin

Bottom view

About your Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock

Using your Roomba Combo® with the Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock

Positioning the Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock

Download the iRobot Home App and connect to Wi-Fi®

• Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up your Roomba Combo®.
• Set up PrecisionVision Navigation to avoid obstacles in real time.
• Set an automatic cleaning schedule and customise cleaning preferences.
• Create smart maps to tell your robot where, when and how to clean.

Charging

• Place the robot on the Charging Station to activate the battery.

• 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 FAQ page on our website.

• For long-term storage, turn off the robot by removing it from the Charging Station and holding down the cleaning button for 3 seconds with one wheel off the ground. Store the robot in a cool, dry place.

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.

 When your robot is fully charged, the light ring indicator will intermittently pulse white on the bottom.

Cleaning

• Cleaning pattern: Your robot will automatically explore and clean your home in neat rows, avoiding obstacles by using its front-facing camera. It will return to the Charging Station at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to recharge or empty the bin.
   Your robot is able to recognise and avoid objects. However, it is still recommended to remove excess obstacles before cleaning.

• When your robot detects an especially dirty area, it will engage Dirt Detect™ mode, moving in a forwards/backwards motion to clean the area more thoroughly. The light ring indicator will flash blue.

• To end a job and send the robot back to its Charging Station, hold the cleaning button down for 2–5 seconds. A blue light ring pattern will indicate that the robot is seeking the Charging Station.
   When your robot senses that its bin needs to be emptied, the light ring indicator will illuminate in a red sweeping motion towards the rear.

Vacuuming

• While cleaning, your robot will automatically return to the Clean Base to empty its bin and recharge as needed.
• The Clean Base’s Error LED Indicator will turn solid red when a new bag is needed.

STARTING A VACUUM-ONLY CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR CLEAN BASE® Auto-Fill Dock

Empty the robot tank and detach the mopping pad before starting a vacuum job. Return the robot to the Auto-Fill Dock and press the New Job button.

  Note: If you place your robot on the Clean Base by hand, it will not empty the Dust Bin or fill the water tank automatically. In this case, use the iRobot Home App or hold the New Job button down for 2–5 seconds.

STARTING A VACCUM-ONLY CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR ROBOT

• Empty the robot tank and detach the mopping pad before starting a vacuum job. Place on the floor and press the cleaning button on the robot.

Mopping

• Your robot is able to both vacuum and mop at the same time.
• Your Clean Base will refill the water tank on your robot. When the Refill Tank is empty, the Error LED Indicator will turn solid red.
• When your robot detects carpet during its cleaning job, it will lift and tuck the mopping pad away

Note: After completing your mopping and vacuum cleaning job, make sure that you empty the water tank and replace the mopping pad.

WARNING: To prevent damage to your robot, do not manually stow the mopping pad plate onto the pad shelf.

STARTING A VACUUM AND MOP CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR CLEAN BASE™ Auto-Fill Dock

1. Use the pull tab to open the door. Remove the Refill Tank

2. Fill the tank with water or a compatible Cleaning Solution.

3. Place the tank back in the Clean Base and close the door, making sure that it is completely closed.

4. Attach the mopping pad to the robot.

STARTING A VACCUM AND MOP CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR ROBOT

1. Press the Bin Release Button to remove the bin.

2. Fill the tank with water or a compatible Cleaning Solution.

3. Attach the mopping pad.

4. Place the bin back in the robot.

Cleaning Solution

For best results when mopping, you may add iRobot Hard Floor Cleaning Solution to the Tank before adding water. This product is a concentrate that is suitable for all well-sealed hard floors.

Important: Only certain Cleaning Solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible Cleaning Solutions can be found on answers. irobot.com/s/roomba-combo-cleanser or by visiting the app. Please do not use other Cleaning Solutions or bleach-based products.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting your Robot

• Your robot will tell you something is wrong by playing an audio alert and the light ring indicator will turn red. Press the cleaning button or tap the bumper for details. Check the iRobot Home App for further support.
• After 90 minutes of inactivity off the Charging Station, the robot will automatically end its cleaning job.
• To factory reset your robot, remove the bin and hold the cleaning button down for seven seconds. A sound will let you know when the factory reset has been completed. Press the cleaning button down once more to confirm.

BATTERY SAFETY & POSTAGE

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 post this product for service, travel or any other reason, you MUST follow the postage instructions below.

• Battery MUST be turned off before postage.
• Turn off the battery by removing the robot from the Charging Station and holding down the cleaning button for 3 seconds with one wheel off the ground. All indicators will turn off.
• Package the robot securely for postage.
• If you need further assistance, contact our Customer Care team or visit global.irobot.com.

Troubleshooting your Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock

Your Auto-Fill Dock will tell you if something is wrong via an LED indicator on top of the Charging Station and through the iRobot Home App.

This product has been equipped with a thermal protector designed to protect against damage due to overheating. If the protector operates, the motor will stop running. If this happens, unplug the unit, allow it to cool for 30 minutes, clear any obstructions from the Evacuation Port and Evacuation Tube, then plug the unit back in.

Care and maintenance

Care and maintenance instructions for your robot

To keep your robot at optimal performance, make sure that you periodically perform the following basic care and maintenance.

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.

2 months
Front caster wheel| Clean every 2 weeks| Every 12 months
Edge-Sweeping Brush and Multi-Surface Brushes| Clean once a month (twice a month if you have a pet)| Every 12 months
Full bin sensor| Clean every 2 weeks| –
Charging contacts| Clean every 2 weeks| –
Sensor, Camera window and pad shelf| Clean once a month| –

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think that you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.

*Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if there is visible wear.

Cleaning the mopping pad

Note: You can clean your mopping pads in two ways: either by handwashing or in a washing machine. Place the mopping pad in a laundry bag when machine washing to avoid damage.

HANDWASHING
Thoroughly wash the pad with warm water.

MACHINE WASHING
Place the mopping pad in a laundry bag when machine washing to avoid damage. Wash using the warm cycle, then air dry. Do not tumble dry. Do not wash with delicates.

Emptying the bin

1. Press the Bin Release Button to remove the bin.

2. Open the bin door to empty the bin.

3. Place the bin back in the robot.

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 Dust Bin and water tank using warm water.

Note: The bin is not dishwasher safe

3. Make sure that the bin is completely dry.
   Reinsert the filter and place the bin back in the robot.

Cleaning the filter

1. Remove the bin. Remove the filter by grasping both ends and pulling it out.

2. Remove debris by tapping the filter against your rubbish bin.

3. Reinsert the filter with the ridged grips facing out. Place the 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 front caster wheel

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 that the wheel clicks back into place.

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.

Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping Brush

1. Use a coin or small screwdriver to remove the screw holding the Edge-Sweeping Brush in place.
2. Pull to remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush.
   Remove any hair or debris, then reinstall the brush.

Cleaning the Dual 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 end 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. Replace the end caps.

4. 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 full bin sensors

1. Remove and empty the bin.

2. Wipe the inner sensors with a clean, dry cloth.

3. Wipe the bin door with a clean, dry cloth.
   

4. Clear any debris from the vacuum path.

Cleaning the charging contacts, sensors, Camera window and pad shelf

Wipe components with a clean, dry cloth.

Important: Do not spray Cleaning Solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.

CHARGING CONTACTS

SENSORS

CAMERA WINDOW

PAD SHELF

Care and maintenance instructions for your Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock

To keep your Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock running at peak performance, perform the procedures on the following pages.

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think that you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.

*Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if there is visible wear.

Replacing the bag

1. Use the pull tab to open the door and remove the Debris Bag Drawer.

2. Pull the plastic card up to
   remove the bag from the
   canister. Discard the used bag.
   Note: This will seal the bag so that dust and debris cannot escape.

3. Install a new bag, sliding the plastic card into the guide rails.

4. Reinstall the Debris Bag Drawer and close the door, making sure that it is completely closed.

Washing the Refill Tank

1. Use the pull tab to open the door.
   Remove the Refill Tank.

2. Rinse the Refill Tank using warm water.

3. Refill the tank and place it back into the Clean Base™ Auto-Fill Dock.

Cleaning the charging contacts, IR window and Visual Docking Target

Inspect the components to make sure that they are clear of debris. Wipe with a clean, dry cloth.

Important: Do not spray Cleaning Solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.

CHARGING CONTACTS

IR WINDOW

VISUAL DOCKING TARGET

Note: To expose the charging contacts, press and hold the contact button

iRobot Customer Care

US & Canada

If you have questions or comments about your product, 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 the US Customer Care team at +1 877 855 8593.

iRobot USA Customer Care hours

Monday to Friday, 9 AM–6 PM Eastern Time

Saturday and Sunday 9 AM–6 PM Eastern Time

Outside US & Canada

Visit global.irobot.com to:

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Get hints and tips to improve your product performance

Get answers to your questions

Contact your local support centre

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