TP-Link Tapo RV10, Tapo RV10 Lite - Robot Vacuum & Mop Manual

Package Contents

Overview

Power/Clean

• Press once: Start/pause cleaning.
• Press and hold for 5 seconds: Turn on/off the robot vacuum. *For the first use, slide the power switch from OFF to ON to turn on.

Dock

• Return to the dock to charge.

Spot Cleaning/Child Lock

• Press once: Start spot cleaning.
• Press and hold for 5 seconds: Turn on/off the child lock.

Combination Button

• Press and hold simultaneously for 5 seconds:
  Enter setup mode to configure network.
• Press and hold simultaneously for 10 seconds:
  Restore to factory default settings.

LED

• Red: Battery level < 20%; Error
• Orange: Battery level between 20% and 80%
• Green: Battery level > 80%

Position the Dock

1. Remove the bottom cover of the dock, connect the power cord to the dock, and then replace the cover.
   
2. Place the dock on a level surface, flat against a wall, without obstacles within 1.5m (4.9ft) in front and 0.5m (1.6ft) on left and right.
   
   Notes
   • To ensure a better user experience, make sure the area is with good Wi-Fi signals.
   • Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
   • To prevent the risk of your robot vacuum falling downstairs, ensure that the dock is placed at least 1.2m (4 ft) away from stairs.
   • Always keep the dock powered on, otherwise the robot vacuum will not automatically return. And do not move the dock frequently.
   • Place a waterproof pad to prevent the mop from wetting the floor when the robot vacuum is being charged.

Remove Protective Strip

Before use, remove the protective strips on both sides of the front bumper.

Remove Protective Film

Remove the protective film on the front bumper.

Power On and Charge

Slide the power switch from OFF to ON to turn on your robot vacuum.
Notes

• If the power switch is in the ON position, you can also press and hold the button for 5 seconds to turn on/off your robot vacuum.
• If the power switch is in the OFF position, the robot vacuum will automatically turn on when it is charged on the dock, and turn off when it leaves the charging dock.
  

Place the robot vacuum on the charging dock or tap to send it back to the dock to charge.
It will return to the dock at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to recharge.

Notes

• When the LED of the charging dock flashes 3 times and then goes out, the charging will begin.
• We recommend that you charge the robot vacuum fully for about 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning job.

Download the Tapo App and Connect to Wi-Fi

1. Download the Tapo app from the App Store or Google Play, then log in.

OR

2. Open the Tapo app, tap + icon, and select your model. Follow the step-by-step instructions to easily set up your robot vacuum.
   

In the Tapo app, you can enjoy the following functions.

• Cleaning Modes & Preferences
  Customize vacuum power, water level, and cleaning times.
• Scheduled Cleaning
  Set an automatic cleaning schedule, then the robot vacuum will clean automatically at the set time and return to the dock after cleaning.

Cleaning

Press Once
Start/pause cleaning.
Press Once
Start spot cleaning.
Notes

• Cleaning cannot start if the battery is too low. Charge your robot vacuum first.
• Pick up obstacles like wires, clothing, and plastic bags. Loose wires and objects may get caught in the robot vacuum, resulting in disconnection or damage to wires and property.
• Put away high pile carpet before cleaning.
• Do not pick up the robot vacuum during cleaning.
• If the cleaning area is too small, the area may be cleaned twice.
• If the robot vacuum is idle for 10 minutes, it will automatically enter sleep mode and the cleaning job will be canceled.

The robot vacuum will automatically explore and clean your home in neat rows. It will return to the charging station at the end of a cleaning job and whenever it needs to recharge.

In Spot Cleaning mode, it will sweep the circular area with a diameter of 1.5m (4.9ft) calculated from its own position.

Mopping

1. Take out the dustbin and water tank.
   
2. Remove the rubber plug and add up to 300ml of water to the water tank.
   
   
   • Fill with cool/room temperature water only. Be careful not to wet the metal contacts.
   • Use only cleaning agents specified by Tapo. Others may corrode the water tank.
3. Install the washable mop cloth.
   
4. Install the mop cloth mount.
   
5. Re-install the dustbin and water tank.
   

• Vacuum floors at least 3 times before the first mopping cycle.
• The ability to cross obstacles is reduced when mopping.
• It is recommended to wash the mop cloth after each use.

1. Remove the mop cloth mount.
   
2. Empty the water tank.
   
3. Remove the washable mop cloth.
   
4. Clean the mop cloth.
   
5. Sun dry mop cloth and mop cloth mount.
   

Care and Maintenance

To maintain optimal performance, maintain the robot vacuum according to the following guidelines.

*Replacement frequency may vary depending on the actual situation. Parts should be replaced if visible wear appears.

Empty the Bin

1. Remove the dustbin and water tank.
   
2. Open the dustbin to empty the dustbin.
   
3. Place the dustbin back inside the robot vacuum.
   

Clean the Filter

1. Remove the dustbin and open the lid.
   
2. Remove the filter.
   
3. Clean the filter with a cleaning brush.
   
4. Wash the dustbin and filter.
   
   Do not wash with hot water or detergents.
5. Air-dry the dustbin and filter thoroughly, then install the filter in the previous orientation.
   

Clean the Main Brush

1. Turn the robot vacuum over, then unlatch and remove the main brush cover.
   
2. Remove the brush and its end cap.
   
3. Remove any hair or debris with the cleaning brush.
   
4. Re-install the cap and main brush. Press on the main brush cover to lock it in place.
   

Clean the Side Brush

1. Pull firmly to remove the side brush and remove any entangled debris. Wipe with a damp cloth if needed.
2. Re-install the side brush and press it tightly to ensure it is installed in place.
   

Clean the Caster Wheel

1. Pull firmly to remove the caster wheel and remove hair or dirt.
2. Re-install the caster wheel and press it firmly in place.
   

Clean Main Wheels

Wipe main wheels with a clean, dry cloth.

Clean the Sensors

Wipe the sensors with a clean, dry cloth.

Clean the Charging Contacts

Wipe the charging contacts with a clean, dry cloth.

Troubleshooting

If the corresponding issues cannot be solved by referring to the above methods, please contact our Technical Support.

Energy Saving Mode

When the robot vacuum is docked, press and hold the Power button and the Dock button for about 15 seconds until you hear an alert sound. It will also enter the Energy Saving mode when it is fully charged.
In this mode, only the charging feature will work. Other functions will not work, such as LEDs will be off, sensors will not work, and Wi-Fi will be disconnected.
To exit the Energy Saving mode, press any button on the robot vacuum.

Customize Cleaning Preferences

Swipe up the panel to set cleaning times and vacuum power as needed.

1. Choose cleaning times from 1 to 3.
   
2. Choose vacuum power from Quiet, Standard, Turbo, and Max. The noise might be loud with the max vacuum power.
   
3. Choose water level from None, Low, Moderate, and High.
   
   Low: Suitable for wooden floors.
   Moderate: Suitable for wood and tile floors.
   High: Suitable for kitchen and dining floors.

Schedule Your Robot Vacuum to Clean Regularly

Add cleaning schedules to have your robot vacuum clean floors regularly.

1. Tap the menu icon on the top right corner. Tap "Schedules".
   
2. Tap the + icon or "Add Schedule".
   
3. Set the time when your robot vacuum starts cleaning.
   
4. Customize the cleaning preferences including cleaning time, vacuum power, and water level as needed.
   
5. If you want to receive a notification before the cleaning job starts, you can set the alert time. And you will be notified before each cleaning job starts, and you can also disable a scheduled cleaning.
   
6. Choose days you want to repeat the cleaning.
   
7. Tap "Save" on the top right corner to apply settings.
   

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