This article will walk you through the essential first steps to set up your robot vacuum, from unboxing it to charging the robot. Please note that these instructions cover the initial hardware setup. To connect your robot to Wi-Fi and access all its features through the app, follow the instructions in our article, Setting up your Robot with the Roomba® Home App.
Please select your model below and refer to the instructions to operate your Roomba®.
Roomba® 100/1000 Series Vac / Combo
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring.
NOTE: Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
3. Plug the power of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
4. Install the edge-sweeping brush by aligning it and pressing down until you hear a click.
5. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
6. Download the Roomba Home App. Find the Roomba® Home App in your App Store. The App will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
NOTE: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi must be used.
Roomba® 100/1000 Series Vac / Combo + AutoEmpty™ dock
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away from stairs.
3. Plug the power cord of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way or the robot as it comes and goes.
4. Install the edge-sweeping brush by aligning it and pressing down until your hear a click.
5. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
6. Download the Roomba® Home App. Find the Roomba® Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
NOTE: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi must be used.
Roomba® 200/2000 Series DustCompactor™ Vac / Combo
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring
NOTE: Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
3. Plug the power cord of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
4. Install the edge-sweeping brush by aligning it and pressing down until you hear a click.
5. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
6. Download the Roomba® Home App. Find the Roomba® Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Roomba® Plus 400 Series Combo + AutoWash™ Dock
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Install the edge-sweeping brush and mop pads by aligning them and pressing down until you hear a click.
3. Install the removable dock ramp by aligning it with the dock and pressing down to snap it into place.
4. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away from stairs.
5. Prepare the clean water tank by removing it from the dock (right side) and filling it with water or comparable cleaning solution.
IMPORTANT: Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
6. Plug the power cord of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
7. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
8. Download the Roomba Home App. Find the Roomba Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Roomba® Plus 500 Series Combo + AutoWash™ dock
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Install the edge-sweeping brush and mop pads by aligning them and pressing down until you hear a click.
3. Install the removable dock ramp by aligning it with the dock and pressing down to snap it into place.
4. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) away from stairs.
5. Prepare the clean water tank by removing it from the dock (right side) and filling it with water or comparable cleaning solution.
IMPORTANT: Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
6. Plug the power cord of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
7. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
8. Download the Roomba Home App. Find the Roomba Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Roomba® Plus 615 Series Combo Robot + Wash Only dock
- Remove the foam inserts from both sides of the Robot. Peel off the protective film on the front.
- Install the Side Brush.
Align the Side Brush with the mounting post on the Robot and press down until you hear a "click".
- Place the Dock on a hard and level floor.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
- Plug in your dock.
Plug the Power Cord into the back of the dock, then into a wall outlet. Wrap the cord on the back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
- Power on and wake up the Robot.
Place the Robot in front of the Dock in the direction shown in the figure, and slowly push it forward until it contacts the Charging Contacts of the Dock. The indicator will turn white, indicating that the Robot is powering on. You will then hear a voice prompt, indicating that the Robot is fully powered on and awake.
- For first-time use, after the base station is powered on, gently push the Robot into the Dock to wake it up.
- When using the Robot in a new environment, have it start from the Dock to generate a new map.
- Although the Robot comes with a small amount of residual charge, it is recommended to charge it for 4 hours before the first cleaning cycle.
- To remove the Robot from the Dock, slide it toward you and then lift it out.
- New products are subjected to water testing before leaving the factory, so a small amount of residual water may be present. This is normal.
- Fill with clean water tank.
Remove the Clean Water Tank (right) from the Dock. Fill the Clean Water Tank with clean water.
IMPORTANT: Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
- Download the Roomba® Home app.
Find the Roomba Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Important: Wi-Fi connectivity only supports 2.4 GHz networks; 5 GHz networks are not supported.
Roomba® Plus 675 Series Combo Robot + Wash Only dock
- Remove the foam inserts from both sides of the Robot. Peel off the protective film on the front.
- Install the Side Brush.
Align the Side Brush with the mounting post on the Robot and press down until you hear a "click".
- Place the Dock on a hard and level floor.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
- Plug in your dock.
Plug the Power Cord into the back of the dock, then into a wall outlet. Wrap the cord on the back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
- Align the Dock to install the Ramp Plate. Press down firmly until it clicks into place.
Place the Robot in front of the Dock in the direction shown in the figure, and slowly push it forward until it contacts the Charging Contacts of the Dock. The indicator will turn white, indicating that the Robot is powering on. You will then hear a voice prompt, indicating that the Robot is fully powered on and awake.
- Fill with clean water tank.
Remove the Clean Water Tank (right) from the Dock. Fill the Clean Water Tank with clean water.
IMPORTANT: Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
- Install the Cleaning Solution.
Remove the Dock panel and place it on a stable surface. Insert the Detergent Cartridge into the designated position as shown in the figure. Push the Cartridge inward until it is properly installed.
- Do not use non-official cleaning solution or any other cleaning products, as this may damage the device.
- The Dock automatically dispenses cleaning solution. It is not recommended to manually add cleaning solution to the Clean Water Tank.
- When the cleaning solution in the Dock runs out, promptly replace it with the specified cleaning solution to maintain the cleaning performance.
- Power on and wake up the Robot.
Place the Robot in front of the Dock in the direction shown in the figure, and slowly push it forward until it contacts the Charging Contacts of the Dock. The indicator will turn white, indicating that the Robot is powering on. You will then hear a voice prompt, indicating that the Robot is fully powered on and awake.
- For first-time use, after the base station is powered on, gently push the Robot into the Dock to wake it up.
- When using the Robot in a new environment, have it start from the Dock to generate a new map.
- Although the Robot comes with a small amount of residual charge, it is recommended to charge it for 4 hours before the first cleaning cycle.
- To remove the Robot from the Dock, slide it toward you and then lift it out.
- New products are subjected to water testing before leaving the factory, so a small amount of residual water may be present. This is normal.
- Download the Roomba® Home app.
Find the Roomba Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Important: Wi-Fi connectivity only supports 2.4 GHz networks; 5 GHz networks are not supported.
Roomba® Max 700 Series Vac + AutoEmpty™ dock
1. Remove the protective film from the camera and the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Place the dock on a hard surface flooring.
NOTE: Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
3. Plug the power of the dock into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
4. Install the edge-sweeping brush by aligning it and pressing down until you hear a click.
5. Wake up the robot. Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it toward the dock, lining up the metal charging contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it's awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning.
6. Download the Roomba Home App. Find the Roomba® Home App in your App Store. The App will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Roomba® Max 700 Series Combo + AutoWash™ dock
1. Remove the foam inserts from behind the bumper.
2. Install both of the Edge-Sweeping Brushes.
- Align the Edge-Sweeping brush marked with an A to the hardware marked with an A. Press down until you hear a click.
- Align the Edge-Sweeping brush marked with a B to the hardware marked with a B. Press down until you hear a click.
3. Prepare the Clean Water Tank.
Remove Clean Water Tank (right) from the AutoWash™ Dock. Fill the Clean Water Tank with water.
4. Fill the solution concentrate tank with StayClean™ Mopping Concentrate for Roomba® Combo Robots.
Or, if you do not have the StayClean™ Mopping Concentrate, you may opt to dose the water reservoir with part water, part approved compatible cleaning solution.
IMPORTANT: StayClean™ Mopping Concentrate for Roomba® Combo Robots is currently the ONLY compatible cleaning concentrate for the solution reservoir. Do NOT use other solutions in this reservoir.
IMPORTANT: If opting to add a cleaning solution to the water in the Clean Water Reservoir, a full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
5. Place the AutoWash™ Dock on a hard and level surfaced floor.
NOTE: Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
6. Plug in the AutoWash™ Dock.
Plug the power cord into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won’t get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
7. Wake up the robot.
Place robot in front of AutoWash™ Dock and slide it forward until the metal charging contacts are lined up. Its lights will indicate that it’s waking up. A sound will let you know it’s fully awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the first cleaning. To remove your robot from the dock, slide the robot towards you and then lift.
8. Download the Roomba® Home App.
The Roomba Home App and a Wi-Fi connection is required to complete set up. The App will guide you through steps to setup your robot. Once your robot is set up in the App, you’ll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Roomba® Max 875 Series Combo + AutoWash™ dock
- Remove the foam inserts from both sides of the Robot. Peel off the protective film on the front.
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Install the Side Brush.
Align the Side Brush with the mounting post on the Robot and press down until you hear a "click".
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Place the Dock on a hard and level floor.
NOTE: Do not replace it in direct sunlight. Ensure the area around the dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure that your dock is placed at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from stairs.
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Plug in your dock.
Plug the Power Cord into the back of the dock, then into a wall outlet. Wrap the cord on the back so it won't get in the way of the robot as it comes and goes.
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Align the Dock to install the Ramp Plate. Press down firmly until it clicks into place.
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Install the Cleaning Solution.
Remove the Dock panel and place it on a stable surface. Insert the Detergent Cartridge into the designated position as shown in the figure. Push the Cartridge inward until it is properly installed.
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Fill the Clean Water Tank.
Remove the Clean Water Tank (right) from the Dock. Fill the Clean Water Tank with clean water.
IMPORTANT: Only certain cleaning solutions can be safely used with your robot. A full list of compatible cleaning solutions can be found here. Please do not use other cleaning solutions or bleach-based products.
- Do not use non-official cleaning solution or any other cleaning products, as this may damage the device.
- The Dock automatically dispenses cleaning solution. It is not recommended to manually add cleaning solution to the Clean Water Tank.
- When the cleaning solution in the Dock runs out, promptly replace it with the specified cleaning solution to maintain the cleaning performance.
- Power on and wake up the Robot.
Place the Robot in front of the Dock in the direction shown in the figure, and slowly push it forward until it contacts the Charging Contacts of the Dock. The indicator will turn white, indicating that the Robot is powering on. You will then hear a voice prompt, indicating that the Robot is fully powered on and awake.
- For first-time use, after the base station is powered on, gently push the Robot into the Dock to wake it up.
- When using the Robot in a new environment, have it start from the Dock to generate a new map.
- Although the Robot comes with a small amount of residual charge, it is recommended to charge it for 4 hours before the first cleaning cycle.
- To remove the Robot from the Dock, slide it toward you and then lift it out.
- New products are subjected to water testing before leaving the factory, so a small amount of residual water may be present. This is normal.
-
Download the Roomba® Home app.
Find the Roomba Home App in your App Store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you'll be able to:
- Control when, where, and how you clean
- Create automatic cleaning schedules
- Set custom cleaning preferences
- Unlock digital features
- Access to tips, tricks, and answers to commonly asked questions
Important: Wi-Fi connectivity only supports 2.4 GHz networks; 5 GHz networks are not supported.
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