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Table of Contents

  • Important Tips
  • For Best Performance

  • Table of Contents

  • Irobot Roomba Anatomy

  • Buttons and Lights
  • Cleaning Pattern

  • Cleaning Modes

  • Cleaning System

  • Battery Storage and Charging
  • Charging Roomba

  • Optional Accessories

    • Virtual Wall

    • Virtual Wall ® Halo

    • Home Base

    • Remote Control

  • Scheduling Roomba (Selected Models)

  • Regular Maintenance

  • Language Selection Mode

  • Troubleshooting
  • Battery Removal

  • Frequently Asked Questions

  • Important Safety Instructions

  • Declaration of Conformity

  • Irobot Customer Care

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  • 8 Troubleshooting
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Summary of Contents for iRobot Roomba

  • Page 3 Please take a few moments to read this manual and get acquainted with your Roomba, to get the best performance from your robot. If you have any questions, visit our website at www.irobot.com for more information.
  • Page 4: Important Tips

    • Recharge Roomba as soon as possible. Waiting several days to recharge Roomba can damage the battery. • For storage off the power supply, remove the battery from Roomba and store in a cool, dry place. • Blue or black batteries should be stored after Roomba has been used.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Virtual Wall Halo ............13 ® Home Base ............14 ® Remote Control ............15 Scheduling Roomba (selected models) ....16-17 Regular Maintenance ........... 18-20 Language Selection Mode .........21 Troubleshooting ............ 22-23 Replaceable Modules ........... 24-28 Frequently Asked Questions ........29 Important Safety Instructions ........30 Declaration of Conformity ..........31...
  • Page 6: Irobot Roomba Anatomy

    Cliff Sensor Contact Points Flexible Openings for Home Base Brush (selected models) Edge-Cleaning Main Side Brush Removable Brush Caster Wheel Right Wheel Left Wheel Brush Module Module Guard Dirt Detect ™ Sensor Brush Guard Release Tabs iRobot Roomba 600 Series...
  • Page 7: Cleaning Pattern

    Cleaning Pattern Roomba is a robot that cleans floors differently than the way most people clean their floors. Roomba uses its robot intelligence to efficiently clean the whole floor, under and around furniture and along walls. Roomba calculates the optimal cleaning path as it cleans and determines...
  • Page 8: Cleaning Modes

    Cleaning Modes Roomba will clean based on the cleaning mode you select. Roomba has three cleaning modes. Clean Mode (all models) Roomba automatically calculates the room size and adjusts its cleaning time appropriately. Spot Mode (all models) Roomba will spiral approximately three feet in diameter and then spiral back to where it started, intensely cleaning a localized area.
  • Page 9: Cleaning System

    Roomba won’t get stuck on cords, carpet fringe or tassels. When Roomba senses it has picked up a cord or tassel, it will automatically stop its main brushes or side brush and try to escape. Roomba may make a clicking noise when anti-tangle is activated.
  • Page 10: Battery Storage And Charging

    When fully charged, Roomba’s battery will last for at least one full clean cycle. 16-Hour Refresh Charge If Roomba has been left off the power supply or Home Base for an extended period, Roomba will initiate a special 16-hour charge cycle. This extensive charge refreshes Roomba’s battery and extends the battery life.
  • Page 11: Charging Roomba

    Charge Roomba in one of two ways: Using the Home Base Using the Power Supply Only TIP: When Roomba is on the Home Base, always make sure that the Home Base power light is on. Charging Lights Roomba uses the CLEAN button light to indicate that it is charging. Use this chart to determine the status of the battery.
  • Page 12: Optional Accessories

    Virtual Wall ® (optional accessory for all models) Virtual Walls create an invisible barrier that Roomba will not cross. This invisible barrier can be used to confine Roomba to a particular room or area, and prevent it from getting too close to electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the floor, etc.
  • Page 13: Virtual Wall ® Halo

    The circular lens should be completely visible at the top. Place the Virtual Wall Halo on the floor, level with Roomba, and in close proximity to the bowls as shown below. If you have one bowl, put it beside the Halo, almost touching the wall.
  • Page 14: Home Base

    Home Base ® Roomba returns to the Home Base at the end of a cleaning cycle or when its battery is running low. Roomba needs to find the infrared signal of the Home Base in order to return. Always keep the Home Base plugged in. When the Home Base is plugged in, the power light will blink to indicate that the Home Base is connected to the power source.
  • Page 15: Remote Control

    CLEAN/Power Button The Remote Control lets you conveniently control Roomba’s functions. You can use it to turn Roomba on and off and steer it around your room without bending down. It also gives you remote access to these commands: SPOT...
  • Page 16: Scheduling Roomba (Selected Models)

    Release CLOCK. Roomba will beep to indicate that the time has been set. Setting a Schedule You can schedule Roomba to clean once per day, up to seven times per week. You must set the time before setting a schedule. To set a schedule: Press and hold SCHEDULE.
  • Page 17 Release SCHEDULE. Roomba will beep to confirm that the schedule has been changed. TIP: Roomba’s clock can be viewed in either the 12-hour (AM/PM) format or the 24-hour format. To toggle between the two views, press and hold the DAY and MINUTE buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds until Roomba beeps and the clock briefly illuminates, indicating the clock format has been switched.
  • Page 18: Regular Maintenance

    TIP: Bin emptying and brush cleaning should be done after every cleaning cycle. Regularly pull out and clean Roomba’s front wheel. TIP: If you notice Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin and clean the brushes.
  • Page 19 Brush Bearings TIP: When maintaining Roomba, look for the yellow parts. These parts are designed to be removed and cleaned every time you empty Roomba’s bin. C. Remove and clean hair and dirt from D. Use the included cleaning tool to Roomba’s yellow brush bearings.
  • Page 20 Clean Roomba’s front wheel Wheel Pull firmly on Roomba’s front wheel to remove it from the robot. Axle Remove debris from inside the Housing front wheel cavity. Remove the front wheel from its housing and clear any hair wrapped around the axle. Push...
  • Page 21: Language Selection Mode

    Language Selection Mode Roomba 600 Series can provide troubleshooting messages in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Polish, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. Roomba’s default language is English. Setting the Language Turn OFF Roomba. (Press and hold CLEAN until Roomba’s lights turn off.)
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Roomba will tell you something is wrong with a two-tone “uh-oh” sound followed by a narrated voice. The troubleshooting light will also blink. Refer to the chart below to resolve Roomba’s problem. If the problem is not resolved, visit www.irobot.com/support.
  • Page 23 Error 7. not cooling. charging again. TIP: To reset Roomba’s software, simultaneously hold down the two buttons above and below CLEAN for 10 seconds. This will clear all scheduled cleaning times, reset the clock and may resolve some software issues.
  • Page 24: Replaceable Modules

    Replaceable Modules Roomba has a number of modules that can be replaced, including its drive wheels, side brush, main cleaning head, vacuum bin, caster wheel, and battery. To access Roomba’s replaceable modules, remove the bottom cover of Roomba by removing the four screws that hold down the bottom cover and the screw that holds the spinning side brush.
  • Page 25 Faceplate Removal Follow these instructions to remove and install Roomba’s faceplate. Remove Roomba’s bin. Remove Roomba’s faceplate by pulling up from the bin. The faceplate is secured in several places. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com...
  • Page 26 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. Reinsert Roomba’s bin. iRobot Roomba 600 Series...
  • Page 27: Battery Removal

    Battery Removal Follow these instructions to remove and reinstall Roomba’s battery. Remove Roomba’s side brush screw. Remove Roomba’s side brush. For more detailed information, visit: www.irobot.com...
  • Page 28 Unscrew the four screws shown below and remove Roomba’s bottom cover. Remove Roomba’s battery. Reinstall Roomba’s battery with the iRobot logo facing up. Replace Roomba’s bottom cover and the four screws. Replace Roomba’s side brush and the side brush screw.
  • Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions

    This action causes a thumping sound that can be heard approximately once per second until the brushes are free from obstruction. If Roomba makes a thumping sound when no tassels or wires are present, the main brushes should be cleaned as described on page 19.
  • Page 30: Important Safety Instructions

    ROOMBA USE RESTRICTIONS • Roomba is for indoor use only. • Roomba is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Small children and pets should be supervised when Roomba is cleaning. • Clean with a dry cloth only. Do not pour or spray water onto Roomba.
  • Page 31: Declaration Of Conformity

    92/31/EEC. Low Voltage tests and EMC tests have been conducted by TUV Rheinland of North America. It is further declared that the Roomba Robotic Vacuum Cleaner and Accessories conform to the following harmonized European standards: Year of CE Marking: 2004...
  • Page 32: Irobot Customer Care

    • Contact your local iRobot distributor © 2007-2012 iRobot Corporation, 8 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA 01730. All rights reserved. iRobot, Roomba, Virtual Wall, iAdapt, and Home Base are registered trademarks of iRobot Corporation. Dirt Detect and Lighthouse are trademarks of iRobot Corporation. [00525.0412.v1] U.S.

This manual is also suitable for:

Roomba 620Roomba 630Roomba 650Roomba 660

IROBOT ROOMBA OWNER'S MANUAL Pdf Download (2024)

FAQs

How do I know which iRobot model I have? ›

You can figure out your model number with your Roomba's serial number. The first 3 numbers after the 3 letters would be your Roomba's model number. As an example, serial number KYN890021610100101339 is a Roomba 890. To locate the serial number on your robot, remove the dirt bin, and flip the robot on to its back.

Can I run my Roomba without the app? ›

Yes. Your Roomba® robot vacuum, Roomba Combo® robot vacuum and mop, or Braava jet® robot mop can work without using the iRobot Home App. But, we recommend using the iRobot Home App to upgrade your cleaning experience and gain access to the latest features available for your robot.

What to do with your old Roomba? ›

If you need to dispose of your robot or battery, please do so responsibly! Do not throw it in the trash. Contact your local city or town waste management facility for instructions concerning disposal and recycling of electronic devices and batteries. Call or visit call2recycle to find a drop off location near you.

How many generations of roombas are there? ›

As of 2022, there have been ten generations of Roomba units. All models have a patented design using pairs of brushes or rollers rotating in opposite directions to pick up debris from the floor.

Can I use my iRobot without Wi-Fi? ›

Customers need not connect a Wi-Fi-connected Roomba® to the internet for it to work - it can work in offline mode with no internet or Cloud connectivity. Roomba® users can opt out of sending map data to the Cloud through a switch in the mobile app.

Does Roomba have a map of your house? ›

Before We Start Cleaning

To ensure the best performance, it's also recommended you open window shades or turn on the lights while running the robot. iRobot® products use vSLAM technology to create a map of the house, identifying unique "landmarks" such as picture frames, windows, ceiling fans, and lights.

Do you have to pay a monthly fee with Roomba? ›

Your Membership Fees paid upon enrollment are generally for twelve (12) Service Months; please see your for your specific pricing. Your Membership may initially have a monthly billing plan and iRobot may later offer you an annual billing plan, at which time this paragraph shall apply.

Can I pick up my Roomba and move it to another room? ›

In some instances, with these models, you may need to pick up your robot and move it to a new room so it can start cleaning. If you want your robot to return to the Home Base®, you would need to move the Home Base® to that room, and start the robot off of it.

What does the red light on Roomba mean? ›

Red - There's a problem; Visit the app or press CLEAN for Roomba to repeat the error message. Green - Remote check-in mission; Click here for more detail.

How many years do roombas last? ›

However, you can greatly extend the life of a robot vacuum if you wipe down the sensors once a month, and replace the filters and brushes as needed. If you get a more affordable model, like Roomba 675 you can expect a lifespan of up to two years.

How many years will iRobot last? ›

With proper care, your robot's battery should last at least 2–3 years before it needs to be replaced. Here are some battery maintenance tips to extend battery life and keep Roomba® cleaning at peak performance: Only use iRobot® batteries. All s, j, i, e, and 900 Series robots come with Li-Ion batteries.

Why won't my Roomba start? ›

Roomba lights up, but won't start - This is likely related to another error such as the bin being full or the brushes getting stuck. Please see the app for errors or contact iRobot Customer Care for assistance. The battery charges all the way, but the missions should be longer.

What are the different types of iRobot? ›

Test Results
ProductBuild Quality Vacuum TypePets
iRobot Roomba S9Robot5.2
iRobot Roomba i7Robot5.6
iRobot Roomba j7/j7+Robot5.3
iRobot Roomba j9+Robot5.5
9 more rows
Mar 12, 2024

What is the first generation iRobot? ›

2002 - First Generation

The first generation of Roomba has a very basic core cleaning system consisting of three buttons – Small (S), Medium (M) and Large (L). The button is used to dictate the general size of the room for which Roomba would clean. As such, this series was not yet considered a “smart” vacuum cleaner.

Is Roomba and iRobot the same? ›

There's only one Roomba out there, and it's made by iRobot.

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