Product Manual
Page 3
...iRobot Roomba Owner, Thank you for choosing iRobot; Register your robot to instantly activate your warranty and enjoy these exclusive benefits: • Take advantage of iRobot's award-winning customer service Get support tailored to your specific robot, including answers to questions, maintenance tips, video demos, live chat and more. • Get product updates...entire team, thank you ! Please take a few moments to read this manual and get the best performance from you for purchasing an iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaning robot. We'd love to get acquainted with robots the smarter way to ...
...iRobot Roomba Owner, Thank you for choosing iRobot; Register your robot to instantly activate your warranty and enjoy these exclusive benefits: • Take advantage of iRobot's award-winning customer service Get support tailored to your specific robot, including answers to questions, maintenance tips, video demos, live chat and more. • Get product updates...entire team, thank you ! Please take a few moments to read this manual and get the best performance from you for purchasing an iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaning robot. We'd love to get acquainted with robots the smarter way to ...
Product Manual
Page 4
... CLEAN while Roomba is cleaning. • To resume the cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. • To turn Roomba OFF, press and hold the CLEAN button until Roomba's lights turn Roomba ON, press CLEAN once. For Best Performance • Remove and clean Roomba's brushes after every use . You will hear a beep and the CLEAN button will start a cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. Battery Life To extend Roomba's battery life and keep Roomba cleaning at peak performance: • Always keep Roomba cleaning where you need to keep Roomba plugged...
... CLEAN while Roomba is cleaning. • To resume the cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. • To turn Roomba OFF, press and hold the CLEAN button until Roomba's lights turn Roomba ON, press CLEAN once. For Best Performance • Remove and clean Roomba's brushes after every use . You will hear a beep and the CLEAN button will start a cleaning cycle, press CLEAN again. Battery Life To extend Roomba's battery life and keep Roomba cleaning at peak performance: • Always keep Roomba cleaning where you need to keep Roomba plugged...
Product Manual
Page 5
... Contents iRobot Roomba Anatomy 6 Cleaning Pattern 7 Cleaning Modes 8 Cleaning System 9 Cleaning Bins 10 Battery Storage and Charging 11-12 Optional Accessories 13 Virtual Wall 13-14 Virtual Wall® Lighthouses 15-16 Home Base 17 Wiresless Command Center 18 Remote Control 19 Scheduling Roomba (selected models 20-21 Regular Maintenance 22-24 Language Selection Mode (selected models 25 Troubleshooting 26-27 Replaceable Modules...
... Contents iRobot Roomba Anatomy 6 Cleaning Pattern 7 Cleaning Modes 8 Cleaning System 9 Cleaning Bins 10 Battery Storage and Charging 11-12 Optional Accessories 13 Virtual Wall 13-14 Virtual Wall® Lighthouses 15-16 Home Base 17 Wiresless Command Center 18 Remote Control 19 Scheduling Roomba (selected models 20-21 Regular Maintenance 22-24 Language Selection Mode (selected models 25 Troubleshooting 26-27 Replaceable Modules...
Product Manual
Page 6
...) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Scheduling Interface Dirt Detect™ Dirt Detect™ CLEAN/Power Button SPOT/DOCK Button (varies by model) CLEAN/Power Button DOCK Button (models 550-599) MAX Button (models 600+) Cliff Sensor Openings Edge-Cleaning Side Brush Right Wheel Module Bottom View Contact Points for Home Base (selected models) Removable Caster Wheel Left Wheel Module Dirt Detect™ Sensor Flexible Brush Main Brush Brush Guard Brush Bearings End Caps Brush Guard Release Tabs 6 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
...) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light Scheduling Interface Dirt Detect™ Dirt Detect™ CLEAN/Power Button SPOT/DOCK Button (varies by model) CLEAN/Power Button DOCK Button (models 550-599) MAX Button (models 600+) Cliff Sensor Openings Edge-Cleaning Side Brush Right Wheel Module Bottom View Contact Points for Home Base (selected models) Removable Caster Wheel Left Wheel Module Dirt Detect™ Sensor Flexible Brush Main Brush Brush Guard Brush Bearings End Caps Brush Guard Release Tabs 6 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
Product Manual
Page 9
... Roomba's cliff sensors working less effectively. Roomba may contribute to different floor types. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 9 Cleaning System Roomba features a patented three-stage cleaning system. Filter 1 Side brush sweeps along edge of walls and into corners. 2 Two counterrotating brushes scoop up dirt, hair, and debris into the bin. 3 Powerful vacuum picks up a cord or tassel, it has picked up the remaining fine particles, dirt...
... Roomba's cliff sensors working less effectively. Roomba may contribute to different floor types. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 9 Cleaning System Roomba features a patented three-stage cleaning system. Filter 1 Side brush sweeps along edge of walls and into corners. 2 Two counterrotating brushes scoop up dirt, hair, and debris into the bin. 3 Powerful vacuum picks up a cord or tassel, it has picked up the remaining fine particles, dirt...
Product Manual
Page 10
... dirt and dust, or when cleaning bigger pieces of debris. Aero-VacTM Vacuum Cleaning Bin Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin High-Capacity Sweeper Bin 10 iRobot Roomba 500 Series High-Capacity Sweeper Bin (optional accessory for everyday cleaning. Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Use this bin when cleaning larger-than the vacuum cleaning bin. The dual action, counter-rotating brushes pick up debris, while the vacuum sucks up the dirt and dust...
... dirt and dust, or when cleaning bigger pieces of debris. Aero-VacTM Vacuum Cleaning Bin Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin High-Capacity Sweeper Bin 10 iRobot Roomba 500 Series High-Capacity Sweeper Bin (optional accessory for everyday cleaning. Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Use this bin when cleaning larger-than the vacuum cleaning bin. The dual action, counter-rotating brushes pick up debris, while the vacuum sucks up the dirt and dust...
Product Manual
Page 12
Charging Lights Roomba uses the CLEAN button light to determine the status of two ways: Or Using the Home Base Using the Power Supply Only TIP: W hen Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that it is on. Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery. CLEAN button light Solid red Amber pulse Solid green Quick amber pulse Battery status Battery empty Charging Fully charged 16-hour refresh charge CLEAN/Power Button 12 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
Charging Lights Roomba uses the CLEAN button light to determine the status of two ways: Or Using the Home Base Using the Power Supply Only TIP: W hen Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that it is on. Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery. CLEAN button light Solid red Amber pulse Solid green Quick amber pulse Battery status Battery empty Charging Fully charged 16-hour refresh charge CLEAN/Power Button 12 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
Product Manual
Page 13
... electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the outside of the barrier. Use the slider bar to seven feet long. Original Virtual Wall The Virtual Wall requires 2 "D" batteries and automatically shuts off after 135 minutes. A higher range will soon need replacement. TIP: F or best performance, place the Virtual Wall on the floor, etc. If the power light blinks green, the batteries...
... electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the outside of the barrier. Use the slider bar to seven feet long. Original Virtual Wall The Virtual Wall requires 2 "D" batteries and automatically shuts off after 135 minutes. A higher range will soon need replacement. TIP: F or best performance, place the Virtual Wall on the floor, etc. If the power light blinks green, the batteries...
Product Manual
Page 14
... battery levels are low, the Virtual Wall power light will shut off after 135 minutes. When in "Auto" mode, the batteries should last approximately six months. AUTO OFF Compact Virtual Wall Battery Installation To open the battery compartment, simply apply pressure on both iRobot logos located on either side of the cleaning cycle to indicate that it needs new batteries. Virtual Wall® (continued) Compact Manual Virtual Wall A Manual...
... battery levels are low, the Virtual Wall power light will shut off after 135 minutes. When in "Auto" mode, the batteries should last approximately six months. AUTO OFF Compact Virtual Wall Battery Installation To open the battery compartment, simply apply pressure on both iRobot logos located on either side of the cleaning cycle to indicate that it needs new batteries. Virtual Wall® (continued) Compact Manual Virtual Wall A Manual...
Product Manual
Page 16
... iRobot logo facing forward. It automatically turns off when Roomba turns off. Use the range selector to the next room. Place Lighthouse in the center of the door frame. In Virtual Wall mode, place the Virtual Wall Lighthouse in the center of the barrier. TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light...
... iRobot logo facing forward. It automatically turns off when Roomba turns off. Use the range selector to the next room. Place Lighthouse in the center of the door frame. In Virtual Wall mode, place the Virtual Wall Lighthouse in the center of the barrier. TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light...
Product Manual
Page 18
You can use it started, intensely cleaning a local area. Troubleshooting Light ... Roomba automatically calculates the room size and adjusts its Home Base. 3 Install three "AA" batteries into the Command Center. 4 Hold down the left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is under control. 18 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Models 600+ Roomba enters Max mode and cleans as long as the battery allows. Roomba spirals...
You can use it started, intensely cleaning a local area. Troubleshooting Light ... Roomba automatically calculates the room size and adjusts its Home Base. 3 Install three "AA" batteries into the Command Center. 4 Hold down the left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is under control. 18 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Models 600+ Roomba enters Max mode and cleans as long as the battery allows. Roomba spirals...
Product Manual
Page 19
... models) SPOT Button CLEAN/Power Button Directional Buttons . . . The Remote WILL NOT work when Roomba is pointed at Roomba. The Remote Control, Virtual Walls and Home Base operate using your room without bending down. You can use it to Roomba and that the remote is near Virtual Walls. Models 520-599 Roomba attempts to these commands: . . . Models 600+ Roomba enters Max mode and cleans as long as the battery allows. Roomba...
... models) SPOT Button CLEAN/Power Button Directional Buttons . . . The Remote WILL NOT work when Roomba is pointed at Roomba. The Remote Control, Virtual Walls and Home Base operate using your room without bending down. You can use it to Roomba and that the remote is near Virtual Walls. Models 520-599 Roomba attempts to these commands: . . . Models 600+ Roomba enters Max mode and cleans as long as the battery allows. Roomba...
Product Manual
Page 22
...: 1 Remove and empty Roomba's bin after every cleaning cycle. Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Push down and remove to remove bin. 2 Clean Roomba's filter Aero-Vac Vacuum Bin A. Regular Maintenance To keep Roomba running at peak performance, it is recommended that you notice Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba...
...: 1 Remove and empty Roomba's bin after every cleaning cycle. Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Push down and remove to remove bin. 2 Clean Roomba's filter Aero-Vac Vacuum Bin A. Regular Maintenance To keep Roomba running at peak performance, it is recommended that you notice Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba...
Product Manual
Page 23
B. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Brush Bearings Brush Caps Tip: W hen maintaining Roomba, look for replacement bearings. Bearings D. Remove and clean Roomba's brush caps. E. Use the included cleaning tool to easily remove hair from Roomba's yellow brush bearings. If you empty Roomba's bin. D o not attempt to be removed and cleaned every time you misplace Roomba's brush bearings, contact iRobot Customer Care for the yellow parts. These parts are designed to run Roomba without the bearings. Alignment Feature E xcessive build...
B. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Brush Bearings Brush Caps Tip: W hen maintaining Roomba, look for replacement bearings. Bearings D. Remove and clean Roomba's brush caps. E. Use the included cleaning tool to easily remove hair from Roomba's yellow brush bearings. If you empty Roomba's bin. D o not attempt to be removed and cleaned every time you misplace Roomba's brush bearings, contact iRobot Customer Care for the yellow parts. These parts are designed to run Roomba without the bearings. Alignment Feature E xcessive build...
Product Manual
Page 26
... Roomba is stuck. Start Roomba in a new location. Remove and clean hair and debris from Roomba's side wheels. Start Roomba in a new location. If not circling in place, Roomba may be in and out and confirm that they both turn freely. Troubleshooting Roomba will also blink. Refer to the chart below to create a smaller cleaning area. 26 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Tip : To repeat Roomba's error message, press the "clean" button. Roomba's side wheel is stuck. Ensure Roomba's wheels...
... Roomba is stuck. Start Roomba in a new location. Remove and clean hair and debris from Roomba's side wheels. Start Roomba in a new location. If not circling in place, Roomba may be in and out and confirm that they both turn freely. Troubleshooting Roomba will also blink. Refer to the chart below to create a smaller cleaning area. 26 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Tip : To repeat Roomba's error message, press the "clean" button. Roomba's side wheel is stuck. Ensure Roomba's wheels...
Product Manual
Page 27
... the floor. Ensure Roomba is dirty or broken. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. displays... charging error. Charging Roomba's battery is not Error 1. Please inspect and clean Roomba's wheels. Please remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Charging Roomba's battery is too Error 6. Roomba may resolve some software issues. Roomba's side wheel is discharged. What to tip below CLEAN for at least one place. 12 beeps A cliff sensor is starting with a dry cloth. says.... (models 550+) Likely cause 1 blink - Charging Roomba has a Error 5. Reset Roomba...
... the floor. Ensure Roomba is dirty or broken. Remove and clean Roomba's brushes. displays... charging error. Charging Roomba's battery is not Error 1. Please inspect and clean Roomba's wheels. Please remove and clean Roomba's brushes. Charging Roomba's battery is too Error 6. Roomba may resolve some software issues. Roomba's side wheel is discharged. What to tip below CLEAN for at least one place. 12 beeps A cliff sensor is starting with a dry cloth. says.... (models 550+) Likely cause 1 blink - Charging Roomba has a Error 5. Reset Roomba...
Product Manual
Page 28
Front caster wheel Bottom cover Battery Cleaning head module Left side wheel module Bin module Side brush with screw Caster housing Right side wheel module Side brush module Chassis Replaceable faceplate 28 iRobot Roomba 500 Series To access Roomba's replaceable modules, remove the bottom cover of modules that holds the spinning side brush. Replaceable Modules Roomba has a number of Roomba by removing the four screws that hold down the bottom cover and the screw that can be replaced, including its drive wheels, side brush, main cleaning head, vacuum bin, caster wheel, and battery.
Front caster wheel Bottom cover Battery Cleaning head module Left side wheel module Bin module Side brush with screw Caster housing Right side wheel module Side brush module Chassis Replaceable faceplate 28 iRobot Roomba 500 Series To access Roomba's replaceable modules, remove the bottom cover of modules that holds the spinning side brush. Replaceable Modules Roomba has a number of Roomba by removing the four screws that hold down the bottom cover and the screw that can be replaced, including its drive wheels, side brush, main cleaning head, vacuum bin, caster wheel, and battery.
Product Manual
Page 31
For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 31 Battery Removal (models 500 and above) Follow these instructions to remove and reinstall Roomba's battery. 1 Remove Roomba's side brush screw. 2 Remove Roomba's side brush.
For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 31 Battery Removal (models 500 and above) Follow these instructions to remove and reinstall Roomba's battery. 1 Remove Roomba's side brush screw. 2 Remove Roomba's side brush.
Product Manual
Page 33
....irobot.com/support. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 33 This may also occur on items such as carpet tassels or wires, the Side Brush may be heard approximately once per second until the brushes are present, the main brushes should be cleaned. Then reinstall the Side Brush and Side Brush screw. Roomba uses its bumper before changing direction. Roomba may spin slowly or briefly spin...
....irobot.com/support. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 33 This may also occur on items such as carpet tassels or wires, the Side Brush may be heard approximately once per second until the brushes are present, the main brushes should be cleaned. Then reinstall the Side Brush and Side Brush screw. Roomba uses its bumper before changing direction. Roomba may spin slowly or briefly spin...
Product Manual
Page 34
Always exercise caution when operating your Roomba. Do not pour or spray water onto Roomba. • Do not use this device to pick up spills of power converter. Product may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms. • Never handle the power supply with wet hands. • Always disconnect Roomba from the power supply before cleaning. • Please ensure voltage rating for their...
Always exercise caution when operating your Roomba. Do not pour or spray water onto Roomba. • Do not use this device to pick up spills of power converter. Product may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms. • Never handle the power supply with wet hands. • Always disconnect Roomba from the power supply before cleaning. • Please ensure voltage rating for their...
