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... store in use . Waiting several days to activate Roomba by removing the battery pull tab. DO NOT submerge Roomba or spray it . • Use your Roomba frequently. Important Tips Before using Roomba the first time, you want it with a dry cloth only. 4 iRobot Roomba 500 Series You will hear a beep and the CLEAN button will start a cleaning...
... store in use . Waiting several days to activate Roomba by removing the battery pull tab. DO NOT submerge Roomba or spray it . • Use your Roomba frequently. Important Tips Before using Roomba the first time, you want it with a dry cloth only. 4 iRobot Roomba 500 Series You will hear a beep and the CLEAN button will start a cleaning...
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iRobot Roomba Anatomy Faceplate Infrared Sensor Bin Release Button Bin Power Supply Socket Buttons and Lights (Models 500 - 549) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light ... 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
iRobot Roomba Anatomy Faceplate Infrared Sensor Bin Release Button Bin Power Supply Socket Buttons and Lights (Models 500 - 549) (Models 550 and above) Troubleshooting SPOT Button Light ... 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
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... the cleaning mode you of its cleaning time appropriately. Cleaning Modes Roomba will spiral approximately three feet in diameter and then spiral back to where it 's done. 8 iRobot Roomba 500 Series At the specified time, Roomba leaves its next cleaning time to recharge when it started, intensely ...cleaning a localized area. When scheduled to clean, Roomba will occasionally flash its Home Base, cleans, and then returns...
... the cleaning mode you of its cleaning time appropriately. Cleaning Modes Roomba will spiral approximately three feet in diameter and then spiral back to where it 's done. 8 iRobot Roomba 500 Series At the specified time, Roomba leaves its next cleaning time to recharge when it started, intensely ...cleaning a localized area. When scheduled to clean, Roomba will occasionally flash its Home Base, cleans, and then returns...
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.... High-Capacity Sweeper Bin (optional accessory for everyday cleaning. Aero-VacTM Vacuum Cleaning Bin Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin High-Capacity Sweeper Bin 10 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Aero-VacTM or Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin The Aero-Vac or Original vacuum cleaning bin should be...
.... High-Capacity Sweeper Bin (optional accessory for everyday cleaning. Aero-VacTM Vacuum Cleaning Bin Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin High-Capacity Sweeper Bin 10 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Cleaning Bins Roomba is compatible with three interchangeable cleaning bins. Aero-VacTM or Original Vacuum Cleaning Bin The Aero-Vac or Original vacuum cleaning bin should be...
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Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. 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. Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery.
Use this chart to indicate that the Home Base power light is charging. 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. Charging Roomba Charge Roomba in one of the battery.
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..., the power light blinks repeatedly to indicate it needs new batteries. When in "Auto" mode, the batteries should last approximately six months. Battery Compartment 14 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Two "C" Alkaline Batteries (not included) A Manual Virtual Wall and its power light will blink slowly to indicate that it needs new batteries. TIP: P oint... and pull the bottom out, separating the pieces. 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 "Off."
..., the power light blinks repeatedly to indicate it needs new batteries. When in "Auto" mode, the batteries should last approximately six months. Battery Compartment 14 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Two "C" Alkaline Batteries (not included) A Manual Virtual Wall and its power light will blink slowly to indicate that it needs new batteries. TIP: P oint... and pull the bottom out, separating the pieces. 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 "Off."
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.... TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light will flash repeatedly. 16 iRobot Roomba 500 Series It blocks an opening up to the next room. A longer range will not cross. Range Selector Distance TIP: A void placing Virtual Wall ...Lighthouses too close to each other, the Home Base, or furniture that Roomba will drain the battery faster. When battery levels are not ...
.... TIP: T o conserve battery life, remove the batteries if you are low, the Virtual Wall Lighthouse power light will flash repeatedly. 16 iRobot Roomba 500 Series It blocks an opening up to the next room. A longer range will not cross. Range Selector Distance TIP: A void placing Virtual Wall ...Lighthouses too close to each other, the Home Base, or furniture that Roomba will drain the battery faster. When battery levels are not ...
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...week lights flash in sequence from left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is powered on from now on the Command Center for selected models) The Wireless Command Center lets you need four "AA" batteries (...Sunday). 6 Install the battery door and place the Command Center on top of Roomba. 7 Press and hold the DAY and MINUTE buttons on , the lights will make a two-tone beep. 8 When the Command Center is under control. 18 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Wireless Command Center (optional accessory for 2 seconds.
...week lights flash in sequence from left drive button while installing the fourth battery. 5 Continue holding the button for 3 seconds or until Roomba is powered on from now on the Command Center for selected models) The Wireless Command Center lets you need four "AA" batteries (...Sunday). 6 Install the battery door and place the Command Center on top of Roomba. 7 Press and hold the DAY and MINUTE buttons on , the lights will make a two-tone beep. 8 When the Command Center is under control. 18 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Wireless Command Center (optional accessory for 2 seconds.
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...the DAY, HOUR, and MINUTE buttons to set the correct time. 3 Release CLOCK. Roomba will beep to indicate that the schedule has been set. Viewing and Deleting Schedules To view Roomba's scheduled cleaning times: 1 Press and hold SCHEDULE. 2 While holding SCHEDULE, press...Roomba to clean. 1 Press and hold CLOCK. 2 While holding CLOCK, use the DAY, HOUR, and MINUTE buttons to set the schedule. 3 Release SCHEDULE. Setting a Schedule You can schedule Roomba to clean once per day, up to cycle through Roomba's scheduled cleaning times. 3 Release SCHEDULE. 20 iRobot Roomba 500 Series...
...the DAY, HOUR, and MINUTE buttons to set the correct time. 3 Release CLOCK. Roomba will beep to indicate that the schedule has been set. Viewing and Deleting Schedules To view Roomba's scheduled cleaning times: 1 Press and hold SCHEDULE. 2 While holding SCHEDULE, press...Roomba to clean. 1 Press and hold CLOCK. 2 While holding CLOCK, use the DAY, HOUR, and MINUTE buttons to set the schedule. 3 Release SCHEDULE. Setting a Schedule You can schedule Roomba to clean once per day, up to cycle through Roomba's scheduled cleaning times. 3 Release SCHEDULE. 20 iRobot Roomba 500 Series...
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... up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Tip: B in emptying and brush cleaning should be done after...
... up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes. 22 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean or replace filter* Empty bin *Replace filter every 2 months B. Clean filter compartment Visit www.irobot.com/support for information on keeping Roomba running at peak performance. Tip: B in emptying and brush cleaning should be done after...
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... housing and clear any hair wrapped around the axle. Housing 3 Remove the front wheel from inside the front wheel cavity. Cliff Sensor Openings 24 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean Roomba's front wheel 1 Pull firmly on the wheel axle to remove it completely from the wheel. 4 Wipe the wheel clean. 5 Re-install the wheel into...
... housing and clear any hair wrapped around the axle. Housing 3 Remove the front wheel from inside the front wheel cavity. Cliff Sensor Openings 24 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Clean Roomba's front wheel 1 Pull firmly on the wheel axle to remove it completely from the wheel. 4 Wipe the wheel clean. 5 Re-install the wheel into...
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For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 25 Setting the Language 1 Turn OFF Roomba. (Press and hold CLEAN until Roomba beeps and says the currently selected language. 3 Release CLEAN. Roomba is English. Language Selection Mode (selected models) Roomba 500 Series can provide troubleshooting messages in Language Selection Mode. 4 Press CLEAN repeatedly until you hear the desired...
For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com 25 Setting the Language 1 Turn OFF Roomba. (Press and hold CLEAN until Roomba beeps and says the currently selected language. 3 Release CLEAN. Roomba is English. Language Selection Mode (selected models) Roomba 500 Series can provide troubleshooting messages in Language Selection Mode. 4 Press CLEAN repeatedly until you hear the desired...
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.... Refer to the chart below to create a smaller cleaning area. 26 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Push them in an extremely large room. Troubleshooting Roomba will also blink. Start Roomba in and out and confirm that they both turn . Roomba's side wheel is circling in place, Roomba may be in and out and confirm that they both turn .
.... Refer to the chart below to create a smaller cleaning area. 26 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Push them in an extremely large room. Troubleshooting Roomba will also blink. Start Roomba in and out and confirm that they both turn . Roomba's side wheel is circling in place, Roomba may be in and out and confirm that they both turn .
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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.
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3 Install Roomba's faceplate by inserting the tabs into the appropriate slots, and then pushing down firmly on the inside and outsides edges of the faceplate. 4 Reinsert Roomba's bin. 30 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
3 Install Roomba's faceplate by inserting the tabs into the appropriate slots, and then pushing down firmly on the inside and outsides edges of the faceplate. 4 Reinsert Roomba's bin. 30 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
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3 Unscrew the four screws shown below and remove Roomba's bottom cover. 4 Remove Roomba's battery. 5 Reinstall Roomba's battery with the iRobot logo facing up. 6 Replace Roomba's bottom cover and the four screws. 7 Replace Roomba's side brush and the side brush screw. 32 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
3 Unscrew the four screws shown below and remove Roomba's bottom cover. 4 Remove Roomba's battery. 5 Reinstall Roomba's battery with the iRobot logo facing up. 6 Replace Roomba's bottom cover and the four screws. 7 Replace Roomba's side brush and the side brush screw. 32 iRobot Roomba 500 Series
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...• This appliance is not a toy. ROOMBA BATTERY AND CHARGING • Charge using and maintaining Roomba: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read all non-routine servicing to iRobot. Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF ROOMBA, ITS BATTERY, OR THE POWER SUPPLY. Do...warranty. • Use only the power supply supplied by a person responsible for enclosed power supply matches standard outlet voltage. 34 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Product may be used to prevent access to pick up spills of bleach, paint, or other chemicals, or anything that is ...
...• This appliance is not a toy. ROOMBA BATTERY AND CHARGING • Charge using and maintaining Roomba: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read all non-routine servicing to iRobot. Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF ROOMBA, ITS BATTERY, OR THE POWER SUPPLY. Do...warranty. • Use only the power supply supplied by a person responsible for enclosed power supply matches standard outlet voltage. 34 iRobot Roomba 500 Series Product may be used to prevent access to pick up spills of bleach, paint, or other chemicals, or anything that is ...