iRobot Roomba 680 Manual

Important Safety Information

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.

DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF YOUR ROBOT, ITS BATTERY, OR THE INTEGRATED DOCK-CHARGER KNOWN AS HOME BASE. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PLEASE ENSURE VOLTAGE RATING FOR ENCLOSED HOME BASE MATCHES STANDARD OUTLET VOLTAGE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE, KEEP THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN MIND WHEN SETTING UP, USING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ROBOT.

General Safety Instructions

For EU Declaration of Conformity information, visit www.irobot.com/compliance

• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your robot.
• Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings on your robot, battery, Home Base®, and in the owner's guide.
• Follow all operating and use instructions.
• Refer all non-routine servicing to iRobot.

Use Restrictions

• Your robot is for indoor use only.
• Your robot is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Small children and pets should be supervised when your robot is operating.
• Store and operate your robot in room temperature environments only.
• Do not use this device to pick up anything that is burning or smoking.
• Do not use this device to pick up spills of bleach, paint, or other chemicals, or anything wet.
• Before using this device, pick up objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords, and any fragile objects. 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Use Roomba only in dry environments.
• Do not spray or pour liquids on Roomba.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the robot. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be performed by children without supervision.
• Do not place anything on top of your robot.
• 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 operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the floor.
• Your iRobot Roomba comes with a region approved power supply cord. Do not use any other power supply cord. For replacement cords, please contact Customer Care to ensure proper selection of country specific power supply cord.

Battery and Charging

• Charge using a standard outlet only. Product may not be used with any type of power converter. Use of other power converters will immediately void the warranty.
• Use only rechargeable battery packs with the correct specification approved by iRobot.
• Do not use a Home Base with a damaged cord or plug. If the cord or plug is damaged, it must be serviced by the manufacturer or similarly qualified persons.
• Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and accessories before long-term storage or transportation.
• Charge indoors only.
• Your robot's Home Base may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms.
• Never handle the Home Base with wet hands.
• Always disconnect your robot from the Home Base before cleaning or maintaining it.
• Please ensure voltage rating for enclosed Home Base matches standard outlet voltage.
• Used battery packs should be placed in a sealed plastic bag and disposed of safely according to local environmental regulations.
• Before every use, check the battery pack for any sign of damage or leakage. Do not charge damaged or leaking battery packs.
• If the battery pack is leaking, return it to your local authorised iRobot Service Centre for disposal.
• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before disposal.
• Do not crush or dismantle battery packs. Do not heat or place the battery pack near any heat source.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack. Do not short-circuit the battery pack.
• Do not immerse the battery pack in any liquid.
• Contact your local waste management authority for battery recycling and disposal regulations in your area.

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates:
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local authority for information regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being. Please contact your local or regional waste authority for more information on collection, reuse, and recycling programs

About your Device

Top View

Buttons & Indicators

Home Base

Bottom View

Using your Device

Positioning the Home Base

Place the Home Base in an open, uncluttered area leaving the following distances around the Home Base:

• At least 1.5 feet (0.5 meters) on each side of the Home Base
• At least 4 feet (1 meter) in front of the Home Base, and at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from stairs
• At least 8 feet (2.5 meters) from Virtual Wall Barriers

Always keep the Home Base plugged in.

Use Instructions

• Turn your robot over and remove the battery pull tab. Then place Roomba on the Home Base to activate the battery.
• To fully charge the battery before the first cleaning cycle, allow Roomba to charge on the Home Base for 3 hours.
  Note: After each use, empty the bin and clean the filter.
• Always store Roomba on the Home Base so it's charged and ready to clean when you need it. If storing off of the Home Base, remove the battery first and then store Roomba and the battery in a cool, dry place.

Battery and Charging

Charge Roomba using the Home Base. Indicator lights will turn off after 60 seconds to conserve energy while Roomba is charging. Check status of the battery by pressing the CLEAN button to illuminate the Battery Indicator. Indicator will appear amber while the battery is charging and solid green when fully charged.

Setting the Clock (select models)

You must set the clock before scheduling Roomba to clean. To set the time:

1. Press and hold (Clock).
2. While holding (Clock), use the D (Day), H (Hour), and M (Minute) buttons to set the correct time.
3. Release (Clock). Roomba will beep to indicate that the time has been set.

Scheduling (select models)

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 or Change the Cleaning Schedule

1. Press and hold (Schedule).
2. While holding (Schedule), use the D (Day), M (Minute) buttons to set the schedule.
3. Release (Schedule). Roomba will beep to indicate that the schedule has been set.

To Delete a Scheduled Cleaning Time

1. Press and hold (Schedule).
2. While holding (Schedule), press the D cycle through scheduled cleaning times.
3. When Roomba displays the scheduled cleaning time you'd like to delete, press and hold D (Day) for five seconds.
   Roomba will beep to indicate the cleaning time has been deleted.
4. Release (Schedule).

Accessories

The Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier (optional accessory for all models)

The Dual Mode Virtual Wall barrier keeps Roomba in the places you want to be cleaned — and out of the ones you don't. In between cleaning cycles, you can leave the device operating in its position on the floor. You can set your device to one of two modes to fit your home's cleaning needs:

Note: Under normal use, batteries will last 8-10 months. If you are not planning on using your Virtual Wall device for an extended period of time and you would like to store it, be sure to switch it to the "off " (middle) position.

Virtual Wall Mode:
When the switch is in the "up" position ( ), the device functions as a Virtual Wall. This means that you can set it to block openings of up to 10 feet (3 meters). It creates an invisible, cone-shaped barrier that only Roomba can see.

Note: This barrier gets wider as it gets further from the device (refer to illustration).

Halo Mode:
When the switch is in the "down" position ( ), the device creates a protective zone that Roomba will not enter. This prevents Roomba from bumping into items you want to protect (e.g. a dog bowl or vase) or crossing into undesired areas (e.g. a corner or under a desk). The Halo is invisible and reaches approximately 24 inches (60 centimetres) from the centre of the device.

Regular Robot Care

Recommended Robot Care

To keep Roomba running at peak performance, perform the following care procedures. If you notice Roomba picking up less debris from your floor, then empty the bin, clean the filter, and clean the extractors.

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

Emptying the bin

Press the button and pull to remove the bin.

Cleaning the filter

Pull the filter to remove. Tap the filter against the rubbish container to clear the debris. Reinstall the filter.

Cleaning the brushes

1. Open the brush guard by lifting both tabs.
   
2. Remove the Roomba's brushes and remove any hair or debris.
   
3. Remove and clean the hair and dirt from the Roomba's brush bearings.
   
   Replace the brushes every 6-12 months

Cleaning the Front Caster Wheel

1. Pull firmly on the front wheel to remove from the front caster assembly.
2. Remove any debris from inside the wheel cavity.
3. Spin the wheel by hand. If the rotation is restricted, remove the wheel from its housing and push firmly to remove the axle and clear any debris or hair wrapped around it.
4. Reinstall all parts when finished. Make sure the wheel clicks back into place.
   

A front wheel clogged with hair and debris could result in floor damage.

Cleaning the Cliff Sensors and Charging Contacts

Wipe all sensors and charging contacts with a clean, dry cloth.

Cleaning the Side Brush

Use a small screwdriver to remove the screw. Pull the side brush to remove it from the robot. Remove any hair and/or debris and reinstall

Troubleshooting

Problems While Cleaning

The Battery Indicator will illuminate red when the battery is low. Please charge immediately. Place the Roomba on the Home Base to charge.

If the Roomba encounters an error while cleaning, the Troubleshooting Indicator or CLEAN button will blink rapidly. Follow the audible instructions. The message can be repeated by pressing CLEAN.

If the problem persists, visit irobot.com/Roomba600 or contact Customer Care.

Problems While Charging

If Roomba encounters an error while charging, the Troubleshooting Indicator will blink and you will hear an audible error message. Check charging contacts on the robot and Home Base to ensure that they are clean and free of debris. View FAQs related to the charging error you are experiencing at www.irobot.com/Roomba600.

If you have questions or comments about this product, please contact iRobot before contacting a retailer.

Visit the iRobot Owner's Centre site at irobot.com/Roomba600 for support tips, frequently asked questions, and information about accessories and other iRobot products.

Lithium Ion Battery

(available for select models)

Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to ship this product (with the battery included) for service, travel or any other reason, you MUST comply with the following shipping instructions:

• Remove the lithium ion battery from the product
• Please visit www.iRobot.com/Roomba600 instructional video on how to remove the battery.
• Place a piece of tape over the battery's metal charging contacts
• Reinstall the battery (with the tape on it) in the product and secure the battery door
• Package the product in its original packaging or in your own packaging that prevents any movement during transportation
• Ship via ground transportation only (no air shipping)

Customer Care

USA & Canada

If you have questions or comments about your Roomba, please contact iRobot before contacting a retailer.

You can also find additional information on the iRobot® HOME App. You can start by visiting www.irobot.com/Roomba600 frequently asked questions, and information about accessories. Should you still need assistance, call our Customer Care team at (877) 855-8593.

iRobot Customer Care Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 9AM – 7PM Eastern Time
• Saturday, 9AM – 6PM Eastern Time

Outside USA & Canada

Visit global.irobot.com

• Learn more about iRobot in your country.
• Get hints and tips to improve your Roomba'sperformance.
• Get answers to questions.
• Contact your local support centre.

Documents / Resources

References

• Roomba® Robot Vacuum Cleaners | iRobot®
• http://www.irobot.com/compliance
• Roomba® Robot Vacuum Cleaners | iRobot®
• Global.iRobot.com

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