How to Clean the Charging Contacts: Roomba® 100/1000, Plus 400, Plus 500 and Max 700 Series

Over time, debris can build up on the robot's and dock's charging contacts. Follow these simple steps to clean the contacts on your Roomba® 100/1000, Plus 400, Plus 500, and Max 700 Series about once a month or when they become dirty.

If you have a Roomba® 2 Essential, please click here.

For all other robots, please visit How to Clean the Charging Contacts: All  Roomba® and Braava® Models.

Note: Use a lightly dampened melamine foam such as Magic Eraser or a lightly dampened cloth to clean the contacts. These are the only two acceptable materials that should be used to clear the contacts. Do not use any abrasive material to clean the contacts.

How to Clean the Charging Contacts:

1. Unplug the Dock and wait 60 seconds.
2. Remove the robot from the Dock.
3. Grab a lightly dampened melamine foam, such as a Magic Eraser, or a lightly dampened cloth.
4. Clean the charging contacts on your robot. They should have a visible shine. 

Roomba® 100 / 1000 Series Vac and Combo

Roomba® 100 / 1000 Series Vac and Combo + AutoEmpty™ Dock

Roomba® Plus 400 and Plus 500 Series + AutoWash™ Dock

Roomba® Max 700 Series Vac + AutoEmpty™ Base

Roomba® Max 700 Series Combo Robot + AutoWash™ Base

IMPORTANT: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor opening.

Note: Damaged contacts could also prevent your robot from charging. If the contacts are green or copper colored, they are damaged, and the robot or dock with the damaged contacts needs to be replaced. Please contact iRobot® Customer Care for further assistance.