Replacing The Rechargeable Battery; Troubleshooting - Philips FC8972 Manual

Note: Always replace the side brushes when you notice signs of wear or damage. We also recommend
that you replace both side brushes at the same time. You can order spare side brushes as a set under
order number FC8013.
1 To replace the side brushes, grab the old side brushes by the bristles and pull them off their shafts
(Fig. 42).
2 Push the new side brushes onto the shafts (Fig. 9).

Replacing the rechargeable battery

The rechargeable battery may only be replaced by qualified service engineers. Take the robot to an
authorized Philips service center to have the battery replaced when you can no longer recharge it or
when it runs out of power quickly. You can find the contact details of the Philips Consumer Care
Center in your country in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.
Replacing the battery of the remote control
The remote control works on a CR2025 coin-shaped battery. Replace the battery when the robot no
longer responds when you press the buttons on the remote control.
1 Hold the remote control upside down. Push the release button on the battery holder and at the
same time slide the battery holder out of the remote control (Fig. 48).
2 Remove the empty battery from the battery holder and place a new battery in the battery holder.
Then slide the battery holder back into the remote control (Fig. 49).
Removing the rechargeable battery
Warning: Only remove the rechargeable battery when you discard the appliance. Make
sure the battery is completely empty when you remove it.
To remove the rechargeable battery, follow the instructions below. You can also take the robot to a
Philips service center to have the rechargeable battery removed. Contact the Philips Consumer Care
Center in your country for the address of a service center near you.
1 Start the robot from a place somewhere in the room and not from the docking station.
2 Let the robot run until the rechargeable battery is empty to make sure that the rechargeable
battery is completely discharged before you remove it and dispose of it.
3 Undo the screws of the battery compartment lid and remove the lid (Fig. 50).
4 Lift out the rechargeable battery and disconnect it (Fig. 51).
5 Take the robot and the rechargeable battery to a collection point for electrical and electronic
waste.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you
are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list
of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.
Problem
The robot does not start
cleaning when I press the
start/stop button.
Possible cause
The rechargeable battery is
empty.
Solution
Charge the rechargeable battery (see
chapter 'Preparing for use').
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