Over time, debris can build up on the charging contacts of the Robot and the Dock. Follow these simple steps to clean the charging contacts on your Roomba Essentials 2 about once a month or when dirty.
Note: Use a lightly dampened melamine foam such as a 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 of the Roomba Essentials 2:
Unplug the Dock and wait 60 seconds.
Remove the robot from the Dock.
Grab a lightly dampened melamine foam such as a Magic Eraser, or a lightly dampened cloth.
Clean the charging contacts on your robot. They should have a visible shine.
Robot Contacts:
Dock Contacts
Sensors:
IMPORTANT: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.
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.
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How to Clean the Charging Contacts: Roomba® 2 Essential Robot + AutoEmpty™ Dock
