iRobot Roomba j9+ Robot Vacuum Manual

About Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum

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About your Clean Base™ Automatic Dirt Disposal

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Using Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum

Positioning the CleanBase™ Automatic Dirt Disposal

Note: Do not place your CleanBase in direct sunlight. Ensure that the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.

To prevent the risk of your robot falling downstairs, ensure that the Charging Station is placed at least 1.2 metres (4 feet) away from stairs.

Download the iRobot Home App and Connect to Wifi

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

About Your Automatic Dirt Disposal
While cleaning, your robot will automatically return to the dirt disposal to empty its bin and recharge as needed. The dirt disposal's LED indicator will turn solid red when a new bag is needed. If a clog is detected, the dirt disposal will trigger additional attempts to automatically clear the clog.
Note: If you place your robot on the dirt disposal by hand, it will not empty automatically. In this case, use the iRobot Home App or hold the button down for 2-5 seconds.

• Place the robot on the charging station to activate the battery.

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 at the rear.

• 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. To put your robot into reduced power standby mode, remove the dust bin and tap the clean button 5 times. To exit reduced power standby mode, place your robot on the charging station and tap the clean button. For 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.

Cleaning

• Your robot will automatically explore and clean your home. It will return to the charging station at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to recharge.

Remove excess clutter from floors before cleaning. Use your robot frequently to maintain well-conditioned floors.

• To end a job and send the robot back to its charging station, hold the clean button down for 2-5 seconds. A blue light ring pattern will indicate that the robot is seeking the charging station.
• 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.

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

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance Instructions for Your Robot
To keep your robot running at peak performance, perform the procedures on the following pages.
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.

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 Filter

1. Remove the bin. Remove the filter by grasping both ends and pulling out.
   
2. Remove debris by tapping the filter against your trash container.
   
3. Reinsert filter with ridged grips facing out. Place bin back in the robot.
   
   The robot will not run if the filter is not installed correctly. Replace the filter every two months.

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.
   

Washing the Bin

Do not wash the filter. Remove the filter before washing the bin.

1. Release the bin, remove the filter, and open the bin door.
2. Rinse the bin using warm water.
   Note: Bin is not dishwasher safe.
   
3. Make sure bin is completely dry. Reinsert filter and place bin back in the robot.

Cleaning the Front Caster Wheel

1. Pull firmly on the front wheel module to remove it from the robot.
2. Pull firmly on the wheel to remove it from its housing (see illustration below).
3. Remove any debris from inside the wheel cavity.
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 damage to your floor. If the wheel is not spinning freely after you have cleaned it, please contact Customer Care.
   

Cleaning the Sensors, Camera Window and Charging Contacts

1. Wipe sensors, camera window, and charging contacts 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
To keep your dirt disposal running at peak performance, follow these care procedures:

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

Replacing the Bag

1. Lift up on the canister lid to open.
   
2. Pull up on the plastic card to remove the bag from the canister.
   Note: This will seal the bag so dust and debris cannot escape.
   
3. Discard the used bag.
4. Install a new bag, sliding the plastic card into the guide rails.
   
5. Press down on the lid making sure that it is completely closed.
   Note: To achieve optimal performance with your robot and automatic dirt disposal, clean and/or replace your robot's filter as needed.

Cleaning the Visual Docking Target and Charging Contacts
Inspect the visual docking target and charging contacts 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.

Removing Debris from Blower Cover
Inspect blower cover for any lint or debris build-up, and wipe with a clean dry cloth to remove.

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 dust bin and hold the clean button down for seven (7) 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 Automatic Dirt Disposal

Your dirt disposal will tell you if something is wrong via an LED indicator on the front of the canister and through the iRobot Home App.

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 it to cool for 30 minutes, clear any obstructions from the evacuation port and evacuation tube, then plug the unit back in.