iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ Robot Vacuum and Mop Manual

About Your Roomba Combo™ Robot Vacuum & Mop

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About Your Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock

Using Your Roomba Combo™ with Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock

Download the iRobot Home App and Connect to Wi-Fi®

• Follow step-by-step instructions to set up your Roomba Combo™.
• Set up PrecisionVision Navigation to avoid obstacles in real time.
• Set an automatic cleaning schedule and customize cleaning preferences.
• Create smart maps to tell your robot where, when and how to clean.
  
  

Charging

Light Ring Spiral While Charging
White Spiral: charging
Solid White: charged
Charging LED Indicator
On: Robot on dock charging
Off: Robot not on dock or robot not charging
Flashing: Mid-job charge & resume

• Place the robot on the charging station to activate the battery.
• The robot uses a small amount of power whenever it is on the charging station. You can put the robot in a further-reduced power state when not in use. For instructions and more details on this Reduced Power Standby Mode, refer to the FAQ page on our website.
• For long-term storage, turn off the robot by removing it from the charging station and holding down the Clean Button for 3 seconds with one wheel off the ground. Store the robot in a cool, dry place.

Note: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 3 hours prior to starting the first cleaning job.

When your robot is fully charged, the light ring indicator will intermittently pulse white on the bottom.

Cleaning

1. Press the Clean Button on your Roomba Combo™ Robot Vacuum & Mop
   Tap to Start / Pause / Resume
   Hold for 2-5 seconds to end a job
2. Press the New Job Button on your Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock to start a job

• • Cleaning Pattern: Your robot will automatically explore and clean your home in neat rows, avoiding obstacles by using its front-facing camera. It will return to the charging station at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to recharge or empty the bin.
  
• Your robot is able to recognize and avoid objects. However, it is still recommended to remove excess obstacles before cleaning.
• When your robot detects an especially dirty area, it will engage Dirt Detect™ mode, moving in a forward/backward motion to clean the area more thoroughly. The light ring indicator will flash blue.
• To end a job and send the robot back to its charging station, hold the Clean Button on the robot down for 2-5 seconds. A blue light ring pattern will indicate that the robot is seeking the charging station.

When your robot senses that its bin needs to be emptied, the light ring indicator will illuminate in a red sweeping motion toward the rear.

Vacuuming

• While cleaning, your robot will automatically return to the Clean Base to empty its bin and recharge as needed.
• The Clean Base's Error LED Indicator will turn solid red when a new bag is needed.

STARTING A VACCUM ONLY CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR CLEAN BASE® Auto-Fill Dock

• Empty the robot tank and detach the mopping pad before starting a vacuum job. Return the robot to the Auto-Fill Dock and press the New Job Button.
  Note: If you place your robot on the Clean Base by hand, it will not empty the dust bin or fill the water tank automatically. In this case, use the iRobot Home App or hold the New Job Button down for 2-5 seconds.

STARTING A VACCUM ONLY CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR ROBOT

• Empty the robot tank and detach the mopping pad before starting a vacuum mission. Place on the floor and press the Clean Button on the robot.

Mopping

• Your robot is able to both vacuum and mop at the same time.
• Your Clean Base will refill the water tank on your robot. When the Refill Tank is empty, the Error LED Indicator will turn solid red.
• When your robot detects carpet during it's cleaning job, it will lift and tuck the mopping pad away.

STARTING A VACCUM AND MOP CLEANING JOB FROM YOUR ROBOT

1. Press bin release button to remove bin.
   
2. Fill tank with water or compatible cleaning solution.
   
3. Attach mopping pad.
   
4. Place bin back in the robot.
   

Cleaning Solution

Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found on answers. irobot.com/s/roomba-combo-cleanser or by visiting the app. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Your Robot

• Your robot will tell you something is wrong by playing an audio alert and turning the light ring indicator red. Press the Clean Button or tap the bumper for details. Check the iRobot Home App for further support.
  
• After 90 minutes of inactivity off the charging station, the robot will automatically end its cleaning job.
• To factory reset your robot, remove the bin and hold the Clean Button down for seven seconds. A sound will let you know when the factory reset has been completed. Press the Clean Button down once more to confirm.

BATTERY SAFETY & SHIPPING
For best results, only use the iRobot Lithium Ion Battery that comes with your robot.

Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to ship this product for service, travel or any other reason, you MUST follow the below shipping instructions.

• Battery MUST be turned off before shipping.
• Turn off the battery by removing the robot from the charging station and holding down the Clean Button for 3 seconds with one wheel off the ground. All indicators will turn off.
• Package the robot securely for shipping.
• If you need further assistance, contact our Customer Care team or visit global.irobot.com.

Troubleshooting Your Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock

Your Auto-Fill Dock will tell you if something is wrong via an LED indicator on the top of the canister and through the iRobot Home app.

Error LED Indicator
A solid red light will indicate an error. See the iRobot Home App for information.
Common errors include:
Charging errors
Bag full
Bag missing
Bag improperly installed
Refill Tank empty
Water leak
Evac. clogged
Evac. error
This product has been equipped with a thermal protector designed to protect against damage due to overheating. If the protector operates, the motor will stop running. If this happens, unplug the unit, allow to cool for 30 minutes, clear any obstructions from the evacuation port and evacuation tube, and plug the unit back in.

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance Instructions for Your Robot
To keep your robot at optimal performance, make sure you periodically perform the following basic care & maintenance.
There are additional instructional videos in the iRobot Home App. If you notice the robot picking up less debris from your floor, empty the bin, clean the filter and clean the brushes.

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.
* Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if visible wear appears.

Cleaning the Mopping Pad
Note: You can clean your mopping pads two ways: either by hand washing, or in a washing machine.

HAND WASHING
Thoroughly wash the pad with warm water.

MACHINE WASHING
Wash using the warm cycle, then air dry. Do not put in dryer. Do not wash with delicates.

Emptying the Bin

1. Press bin release button to remove bin.
   
2. Open bin door to empty bin.
   
3. Place bin back in the robot.
   

Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping Brush

1. Use a coin or small screwdriver to remove the screw holding the Edge-Sweeping Brush in place.
2. Pull to remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush. Remove any hair or debris, then reinstall the brush.
   

Cleaning the Dual Multi-Surface Brushes

1. Pinch the brush frame release tab, lift the tab, and remove any obstructions.
   
2. Remove the brushes from the robot. Remove the end caps from the ends of the brushes. Remove any hair or debris that has collected beneath the caps. Reinstall the brush caps.
   
3. Remove any hair or debris from the square and hexagonal pegs on the opposite side of the brushes. Replace end caps.
   
4. Reinstall the brushes in the robot. Match the shape of the brush pegs with the shape of the brush icons in the cleaning head module.
   

Cleaning the Full Bin Sensors

1. Remove and empty the bin.
   
2. Wipe the inner sensors with a clean, dry cloth
   
3. Wipe the bin door with a clean, dry cloth.
   
4. Clear any debris from the vacuum path.
   

Cleaning the Charging Contacts, Sensors, Camera Window and Pad Shelf
Wipe components with a clean, dry cloth.

Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.

Care and Maintenance Instructions for Your Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock
To keep your Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock running at peak performance, perform the procedures on the following pages.

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.
* Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if visible wear appears.

Replacing the Bag

1. Use pull tab to open door and remove Debris Bag Drawer.
   
2. Pull up on the plastic card to remove the bag from the canister. Discard the used bag.
   Note: This will seal the bag so dust and debris cannot escape.
   
3. Install a new bag, sliding the plastic card into the guide rails.
   
4. Reinstall the Debris Bag Drawer and close the door making sure it is completely closed.

Washing the Refill Tank

1. Use pull tab to open door. Remove the Refill Tank
   
2. Rinse the Refill Tank using warm water.
3. Refill the tank and place back in the Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock
   

Cleaning the Charging Contacts, IR Window, and Visual Docking Target
Inspect the components to make sure that they are clear of debris. Wipe with a clean, dry cloth.

Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.

Note: To expose the charging contacts, press and hold the contact button