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WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or damage, read and follow the safety precautions when setting

up, using, and maintaining your robot. This owner’s guide includes information for Regulatory Model(s): RVE-Y1, RVE-Y2, ADG-N2, Battery Model(s): ABL-F, ABL-D2Ax, ABL-D2Bx (x = 1 or 2) This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential physical injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Risk of electric shock Class II equipment Rated power output, d.c. Read operator’s manual General symbol for recycling Risk of re For indoor use only Rated power input, d.c. Keep out of reach ofchildren Separate Supply Unit Caution Class III equipment Rated power input, a.c.EN WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in property damage. GENERAL WARNING

• Your robot comes with a region-approved power supply cord and is designed to be plugged into a standard household AC power outlet only. 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.• Do not open your robot or charging station other than instructed in the Owner’s Guide. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.• Risk of electric shock, use indoors in dry location only.• Do not handle your robot or charging station with wet hands. • Do not use unauthorised chargers. Use of an unauthorised charger could cause the battery to generate heat, smoke, catch fire or explode.• Your robot is not a toy. Small children and pets should be supervised when your robot is operating. • Do not sit or stand on your robot or charging station.• Store and operate your robot in room-temperature environments only.• If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical barrier should be used to prevent robot access to the balcony and ensure safe operation.• If the room to be cleaned contains equipment, such as a stove, fan, portable heater, or humidifier, remove the equipment before operation. There is a risk of injury, accident or malfunction if the robot comes in contact with and pushes the equipment.• Do not allow your robot or charging station to become wet.• Be aware that floors may be slippery after wet cleaning with your robot• Clean cliff sensors for buildup. CAUTION
• Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the floor.• Do not use this device to pick up sharp objects, glass, or anything that is burning or smoking.• 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.• 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. Before using this device, pick up objects such as clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords and any fragile objects. Extinguish candles. Shut off portable heaters.• Perform the required maintenance as per the Owner’s Guide to ensure safe operation of the robot and charging station.• If the robot is operating on a floor with stairs, please remove any clutter from the top step.• Do not flip the robot over with the Combo Bin installed.• Perform the required maintenance as per the Owner’s Guide to ensure safe operation of the robot and charging station. NOTICE
• Do not place anything on top of your robot or charging station.• Failure to maintain cleanliness of charger contacts could result in loss of ability for the robot to charge the battery.• Before running your robot on hard floors, please test your robot on a small section of the hard floor to ensure that it is compatible. Using your robot on a hard floor that is not compatible could result in damage to your floor. Contact your hard floor manufacturer with questions on compatibility.• Before running your robot on carpets or rugs, ensure that the carpets or rugs are compatible with the dual multi-surface rubber brushes on your robot, otherwise known as beater bars. Using your robot on a carpet or rug that is not compatible could result in damage to your carpet or rug. Contact your carpet or rug manufacturer with questions on compatibility. CLEANING SOLUTION WARNING
• Household cleaning products are safe when used and stored accordingEN to the instructions on the label. Always be sure to read and follow the directions carefully.

• Only use authorised cleaning solutions found on answers.irobot.com/s/ roomba-combo-cleanser.

• For cleaning solution warnings, please refer to the outer box and solution bottle. Keep away from children Rinse hands after use Keep away from eyes. If product gets into eyes rinse thoroughly with water BATTERY WARNING

• Do not open, crush, heat above 176°F: 80°C or incinerate. Follow the Owner’s Guide instructions for proper use, maintenance, handling and disposal.

• Do not short-circuit the battery by allowing metal objects to contact battery terminals or immerse in liquid. Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.

• Lithium ion batteries and products that contain lithium ion batteries are subject to stringent transportation regulations. If you need to post this product (with the battery included) for service, travel, or any other reason, you MUST refer to the Troubleshooting section of your manual or contact Customer Care for postage instructions.

• Periodically inspect the battery pack for any sign of damage or leakage. Do not charge damaged or leaking battery packs, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. Place the battery in a sealed plastic bag and recycle or dispose of safely according to local environmental regulations, or return it to your local authorised iRobot Service Centre for disposal.

• Battery usage by children should be supervised. Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or a battery has been swallowed. NOTICE

• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before recycling or disposal.

• For best results, only use the Lithium Ion Battery that comes with the robot.

• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. Use only the rechargeable battery supplied with the product. For replacement, purchase identical iRobot battery or contact iRobot Customer Care for alternative battery options.

• Always charge and remove the battery from your robot and accessories before long-term storage. This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery must not be disposed of with unsorted common municipal waste. As the end-user, it is your responsibility to dispose of the end-of-life battery in your appliance in an environmentally sensitive manner as follows:(1) returning it to the distributor/dealer from whom you purchased the product; or(2) depositing it in a designated collection point.The separate collection and recycling of end-of-life batteries at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and to ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information, please contact your local recycling oce or the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product. Failure to properly dispose of end-of-life batteries may result in the negative potential eects on the environment and human health due to the substances in the batteries and accumulators. Information regarding the eects of problematic substances in the battery waste stream may be found at the following source: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/waste/batteries/

• Do not use if the cord or plug is damaged. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service centre.

• Always disconnect your robot from the dirt disposal before cleaning or maintaining it.EN

• Do not use the dirt disposal as a step.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

• To properly maintain your dirt disposal, do not place foreign objects inside and ensure that it is clear of debris.

• In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.

• Do not allow liquids to get on or into the dirt disposal.

• Do not pour any liquids into the device and do not immerse in water.

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

• Use only as described in this manual.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug your dirt disposal before cleaning.

• Keep the dirt disposal and power cord away from heated surfaces. NOTICE

• Product may not be used with any type of power converter. Use of power converters will immediately void the warranty.

• If you live in an area prone to electrical storms, it is recommended that you use additional surge protection. Your dirt disposal may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe electrical storms.

• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.EN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 1 Top View Faceplate Wall Follow Sensor Camera Clean Button About Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum Bin Release Button Bottom View Charging Contacts Caster Wheel Cli Sensor (RVE-Y1 models only) Cli Sensor Edge-Sweeping Brush Multi-Surface Brushes Brush Frame Release Tab Brush Caps Dust Bin & Filter Floor Tracking Sensor Cli SensorEN 2 For more information, visit global.irobot.com Top view Cord Wrap Bag Guide Rails Debris Evacuation Tube Debris Evacuation Tube Bag Storage Compartment Blower Cover Bag Presence Sensor Back view Bottom view About your Clean Base™ Automatic Dirt Disposal Front view Canister Lid Visual Docking Target Exhaust Vent Debris Evacuation Port Pull Tab LED Indicator Wheel Wells Charging ContactsEN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 3 IMPORTANT: You must register your product in the iRobot Home App and complete a mapping run before using your Combo Bin. See the Activate your Combo Bin card for instructions. Important: Do not flip the robot over with the Combo Bin installed Tank Cap Dust Bin Door Filter Mopping Pad Water Tank Dust Bin Pad Plate Pad Track Pad Attachments Wick Cap Wick Cap Remove the Dust Bin from the robot, and install the Combo Bin. Fill the Combo Bin with water. You may also use a compatible cleaning solution. Compatible solutions are listed at this answers.irobot.com/s/roomba- combo-cleanser Slide the pad down over the track. Press the pad to the plate to attach.

Note: The product starts wicking as soon as water is put into the tank.

• Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up your Roomba.

• Set up PrecisionVision Navigation to avoid obstacles in real time.

• Set an automatic cleaning schedule and customise cleaning preferences.

• Create smart maps to tell your robot where and when to clean. Using Your Roomba® Robot Vacuum Download the iRobot Home App and Connect to WiPositioning 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.

WARNING: 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.

Coverage *Objects are not to scale.

both sides 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.EN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 5 CLEAN Charging

• 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. 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. Light Ring Spiral While Charging White Spiral: charging Red Spiral: charging, low battery A solid white light will indicate the battery charge percentage of your robot When your robot is fully charged, the light ring indicator will intermittently pulse white at the rear. 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. 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.

• 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. Remove excess clutter from floors before cleaning. Use your robot frequently to maintain well-conditioned floors. Just press the clean button Tap to Start/Pause/Resume Hold for 2-5 seconds to end a job When the robot senses its bin needs to be emptied, the light ring indicator will illuminate in a red sweeping motion toward the rear.EN 6 For more information, visit global.irobot.com

Emptying the Bin Cleaning the Filter Press bin release button to remove bin. Open bin door to empty bin. Remove debris by tapping the filter against your trash container. Place bin back in the robot. Reinsert filter with ridged grips facing out. Place bin back in the robot. Remove the bin. Remove the filter by grasping both ends and pulling out. Important: The robot will not run if the filter is not installed correctly. Replace the filter every two months. Care and Maintenance Part Care Frequency Replacement Frequency* Bin Wash bin as needed - Filter Clean once a week (twice a week if you have a pet).Do not wash. Every 2 months Full Bin Sensor Clean every 2 weeks - Front Caster Wheel Clean every 2 weeks Every 12 months Edge-Sweeping Brush and Multi-Surface Brushes Clean once a month (twice a month if you have a pet) Every 12 months Sensors and Charging Contacts Clean once a month - Camera Window Clean and inspect once a month After 30 washes Mopping pad Clean after a mopping job After 30 washes Wick cap Replace if dirty or shows wear - 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. Care and Maintenance Instructions for Your Robot

• Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if visible wear appears. Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.EN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 7

Cleaning the Full Bin Sensors Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping BrushWashing the Bin Remove and empty the bin. Use a coin or small screwdriver to remove the screw holding the Edge-Sweeping Brush in place. Release the bin, remove the filter, and open the bin door. Wipe the inner sensors with a clean, dry cloth. Pull to remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush. Remove any hair or debris, then reinstall the brush. Rinse the bin using warm water. Wipe the bin door with a clean, dry cloth. Make sure bin is completely dry. Reinsert filter and place bin back in the robot. Closed Door Important: Do not wash the filter. Remove the filter before washing the bin. Open Door Note: Bin is not dishwasher safe.EN 8 For more information, visit global.irobot.com

Cleaning the Front Caster Wheel Cleaning the Multi-Surface Brushes Pull firmly on the front wheel module to remove it from the robot. Remove the brushes from the robot. Remove the brush caps from the ends of the brushes. Remove any hair or debris that has collected beneath the caps. Reinstall the brush caps. Remove any hair or debris from the square and hexagonal pegs on the opposite side of the brushes. Pinch the brush frame release tab, lift the tab, and remove any obstructions. Pull firmly on the wheel to remove it from its housing (see illustration below). Remove any debris from inside the wheel cavity. Reinstall all parts when finished. Make sure the wheel clicks back into place. Remove the bin from the robot and clear any debris from the vacuum path. 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 WheelAxle Important: 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. HousingEN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 9

Cleaning the Sensors, Camera Window and Charging Contacts Wipe sensors, camera window, and charging contacts with a clean, dry cloth. Important: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings. Cleaning the Mopping Pad Replacing the Wick Cap HAND WASHING Thoroughly wash the pad with warm water. MACHINE WASHING Wash using the warm cycle, then air dry. Do not tumble dry. Do not wash with delicates.

Remove pad plate Remove the wick cap by pulling on the side rubber tab. Replace with a new wick cap, pressing firmly into place to create a tight seal to prevent leaking. Reintall pad plate RVE-Y1 models onlyEN 10 For more information, visit global.irobot.com Note: To achieve optimal performance with your robot and automatic dirt disposal, clean and/or replace your robot’s lter as needed. Install a new bag, sliding the plastic card into the guide rails. Discard the used bag. Press down on the lid making sure that it is completely closed.

Note: This will seal the bag so dust and debris cannot escape. Replacing the Bag Pull up on the plastic card to remove the bag from the canister. Lift up on the canister lid to open.

Care and Maintenance Instructions for Your Clean Base To keep your dirt disposal running at peak performance, follow these care procedures: Part Care frequency Replacement frequency Bags - Bags should be replaced when prompted by the LED indicator/app. Charging Contacts Visual Docking Target Once every month - Blower Cover inside canister Once every month (remove debris from blower cover)

Note: iRobot manufactures various replacement parts and assemblies. If you think you need a replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.EN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 11 Removing Debris from Blower Cover Inspect blower cover for any lint or debris build-up, and wipe with a clean dry cloth to remove. Inspect the visual docking target and charging contacts to make sure that they are clear of debris. Wipe with a clean, dry cloth. Cleaning the Visual Docking Target and Charging Contacts Important: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.EN 12 For more information, visit global.irobot.com

• 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. Troubleshooting Your Robot Red Light Ring Low battery. Please charge.

• 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. Troubleshooting 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. LED indicator Common error How to x Solid red Bag full or missing 1. Replace bag if it is full or missing.

2. Make sure that the bag is securely

debris from the port on the bottom of your robot and the dirt disposal. Blinking red There is a leak or a clog in the dock evacuation path

1. Make sure that the canister lid is

pushed down and rmly sealed. Hold the clean button on your robot down for 2-5 seconds to manually empty the bin.

2. Remove any debris from the port on

the bottom of your robot and dirt disposal.

3. Unplug the dirt disposal from the

wall. Place it on its side and inspect the debris evacuation tube for debris. If necessary, remove the tube to clear any debris. Troubleshooting Your Automatic Dirt Disposal Battery Safety & Shipping

• 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. For best results, only use the iRobot Lithium Ion Battery that comes with your robot.

WARNING: 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.EN Roomba™ j5+ Owner’s Guide 13 Regulatory Information Hereby, iRobot Corporation declares that this robot vacuum cleaner model RVE-Y1/RVE-Y2 is in compliance with the EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following web address: www.irobot.com/compliance. Hereby, iRobot Corporation declares that this robot vacuum cleaner model RVE-Y1/RVE-Y2 is in compliance with the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The full text of the UKCA Declaration of Conformity is available at the following web address: www.irobot.com/compliance. This symbol on the product indicates that the appliance must not be disposed of with unsorted common municipal waste. As the end-user, it is your responsibility to dispose of the end-of-life appliance in an environmentally sensitive manner as follows: (1) returning it to the distributor/dealer from whom you purchased the product; or (2) depositing it in a designated collection point. Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details or your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with your national legislation. More information may be found at the following source: https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/waste-and-recycling/ waste-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-weee_en Chemical information report listing SVHC (substances of very high concern) per EU Regulation EU 1907/2006 can be found here: www.irobot.com/compliance. Regulatory Model RVE-Y1 incorporates the Sextant radio module model AXG-Y1. The Sextant radio module is a dual band radio which operates in the WLAN 2.4 GHz and WLAN 5GHz bands. The Sextant radio module also incorporates Bluetooth and BLE which operates in the 2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz band.

• The 2.4 GHz band is limited to operate between 2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz with a maximum EIRP output power of 17.78 dBm (59.98 mW) at 2442 MHz.

• The 5 GHz band is limited to operate between 5150 MHz – 5850 MHz with a maximum EIRP output power of 20.81 dBm (120.50 mW) at 5190 MHz.

• For Israel, the 5 GHz band is limited to operate in the 5150 MHz – 5350 MHz band.

Regulatory Model RVE-Y2 incorporates the FN Link radio module Model 6233E-UUB. The 6233E-UUB radio module is a dual- band radio which operates in the WLAN 2.4GHz and WLAN 5GHz bands. The 6233E-UUB radio module also incorporates Bluetooth and BLE which operate in the 2400- 2483.5MHz band.

• The 2.4 GHz band is limited to operate between 2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz with a maximum EIRP output power of 19.75 dBm (94.41 mW) at 2462 MHz.

• The 5 GHz band is limited to operate between 5150 MHz – 5850 MHz with a maximum EIRP output power of 20.07 dBm (101.62 mW) at 5180 MHz.