iRobot SCOOBA - User manual

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iRobot®Scooba®
OWNER’S MANUAL

Dear iRobot® Scooba®Owner,
Congratulations and welcome to the world of iRobot! You have
joined the growing number of people who have discovered a
smarter way to clean.
iRobot Scooba is an innovative and easy-to-use product that
will change the way you clean hard floors. Scooba frees you to
manage other household tasks while it cleans, so you can wash
your hard floors more frequently and get more done.
Please take a few moments to review this manual to get
acquainted with Scooba. Should you have any further
questions, visit our website at www.irobot.com.
Thank you for joining the iRobot revolution. We look forward to
bringing you more groundbreaking products that will change
and improve your world.
On behalf of the entire iRobot team,
Colin Angle
Co-Founder and CEO
iRobot Corporation
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Table of Contents
Scooba’s Anatomy and Lights ........................................6 – 7
Scooba’s Cleaning Pattern..............................................8
Battery Performance .......................................................9
Battery Installation and Removal ....................................10
Charging Scooba.............................................................11
Scooba’s Tank .................................................................12 – 13
Scooba’s Cleaning System .............................................14
Scooba Cleaning Solution...............................................15
Scooba’s Virtual Wall.......................................................16
Scooba Maintenance ......................................................17 – 18
Avoiding Common Mistakes ...........................................19 – 20
Troubleshooting...............................................................21 – 24
Safety Instructions...........................................................25 – 26
Important Tips
Use only the recommended amount of Scooba cleaning solution or
vinegar. Other fluids may corrode electronic parts, cause excessive
foaming, or create poor traction and will void the warranty. See page 14
for details.
Do NOT use bleach in Scooba. Bleach may damage the robot and will
void the warranty.
Scooba contains electronic parts. Do NOT submerge Scooba or spray
with water. Clean with a damp cloth only.
Store or operate Scooba in room temperature environments only,
freezing may damage Scooba.
Scooba is not recommended for use on unfinished or unsealed wood or
pre-laminated flooring, which can easily be damaged by wet cleaning
methods.
Always consult your floor manufacturer for approved cleaning methods.
For Best Performance
TIP: Scooba is designed to work with 7 ml of Scooba cleaning solution or
60 ml of white vinegar and water. You also can use Scooba with plain
tap water.
• Removefurniture,clutter,andlightweightrugsfromareatobecleaned.
• UsetheVirtualWall®tocontainScoobatooneroom.
• AlwaysemptytheDirtytankandCleantankafterthecleaningcycle
is complete.
• RinsetheDirtytankbeforestorage.
• Keepwheelsandbrushfreefromhairanddebrisbyinspectingand
cleaning the bottom of Scooba regularly.
• Removeandrinsethelter,brush,andvacuumportaftereachuse.
• AlwaysstoreScoobaplugged-inandrecharging.

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Scooba’s Anatomy
Scooba has two main parts: the robot base, and the tank.
Robot Base Scooba’s Tank
Scooba’s Lights
Power
Handle
and Tank
Release
Virtual
Wall®
Sensor
Clean
Vacuum
Port
Cliff Sensors
Floor Prep
Squeegee
Main
Brush
Squeegee
Vacuum
Filter
Battery
Pocket
Serial Port Solution
Valve Brush
Eject
Button
Vacuum
Port
Handle and
Tank Release
Dirty Tank
Cap
Clean Tank
Cap
Service
Light
Power
Light
Clean
Light
Check Tank
Light
Check Brush
Light
I’m Stuck
Light
Power Button Light Battery Status
Red Battery empty
Green pulsing Charging
Green solid Fully charged
Red blinking Battery not installed
Clean Button Light What It Means
Green Cleaning
Green blinking Scooba is drying its
cleaning head; the
clean cycle is almost
complete
Warning Lights Quick Reference
See page 21 for detailed instructions.
Warning Lights What To Do
Check Tank The cleaning cycle
is complete. Empty
Scooba’s tanks
(pages 12 – 13)
Check Brush Remove and clean
brushandlter
(page 18)
I’m Stuck Move and restart
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Scooba’s Cleaning Pattern
Scooba is a robot that cleans differently than the way most people clean
their floors. Scooba uses iRobot’s AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System to
determine the best way to pass over and clean every section of the floor.
In most cases, Scooba will pass over the same area of the floor multiple
times to ensure a thorough cleaning.
TIP: For smaller rooms, use less cleaning solution and water. Partially filling
the tank will shorten Scooba’s cleaning time.
While Scooba is cleaning it calculates the best path to clean your floor and
determines the best times to use its various cleaning behaviors:
Spiraling:EnablesScoobatoefcientlycleanalargearea.
Wall Following: Enables Scooba to clean the room perimeter and navigate
around furniture and obstacles.
Room Crossing: Enables Scooba to clean new areas while crisscrossing
the room.
Scooba will alternate between
spiraling, wall following, and room
crossing during a cleaning cycle.
TIP: For best performance and floor coverage, clear your floor of chairs,
clutter, and light rugs. Use a Virtual Wall to contain Scooba to one
room.
Battery Performance
Scooba is powered by a rechargeable battery. Scooba’s
battery will last for hundreds of cleaning cycles before
needing replacement.
Battery Storage
For best battery performance, iRobot recommends storing Scooba’s battery
in Scooba with the power supply plugged in. Do not store Scooba’s battery
in the robot if the robot is not plugged in.
Battery Life
Fully charge Scooba’s battery (up to 4 hours) before each cleaning cycle.
When fully charged, Scooba’s battery will last for at least one full cleaning
cycle. The battery should be replaced if Scooba cannot complete a cleaning
cycle when fully charged.
16-Hour Refresh Charge
Undersomecircumstances,Scoobausesaspecial16-hourchargecycle
to extend Scooba’s battery life. Scooba will use this charge cycle when the
Scooba has been unplugged for an extended period of time or during the
battery’srstcharge.ThePowerlightwillrapidlyblinkgreenduringthis
charging cycle.
TIP: For best performance, always store Scooba’s battery on a plugged-in
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Battery Installation and Removal
Installing Battery in Scooba
Rotatebatteryintoitsslot,makingsuretheyellowbatterytabstinsidethe
guide holes. Listen for a click as the battery snaps into place.
Insert yellow tabs into guide holes Rotate battery down until it clicks
Charging Scooba
Charge Scooba’s battery by plugging the power supply into Scooba. Align
the arrow on the power supply with the arrow on the Scooba.
Scooba’s
Power Light
Battery Status
Red Battery empty
Green pulse Charging
Green fast pulse 16-hour refresh charge
Green solid Fully charged
Red blinking Battery not installed
TIP: Always make sure that the green power light of the power supply is ON
while plugged into the wall.
Battery
Release
Tab
Removing Battery from Scooba
Grip the battery, making sure to push the release tab, then rotate up.
Push release tab Rotate battery up
Yellow
Battery Tab
Guide Hole

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Scooba’s Tank
Scooba’s tank is completely removable from the robot base. Scooba has a
unique two-chamber tank design that ensures fresh cleaning solution never
mixes with the dirty water Scooba picks up as it cleans.
Clean Tank
The Clean tank holds the cleaning solution and water that Scooba uses to
clean the floor. Fill the Clean tank with water and 7ml (1 capful or 1 packet)
of Scooba cleaning solution natural enzyme formula or 60 ml of white
vinegar. Fill the Clean tank before cleaning with Scooba.
1
Press handle to
remove tank.
2
Remove tank from
robot base.
3
Fill the Clean tank with
water and 7ml (1 capful
or 1 packet) of Scooba
cleaning solution natural
enzyme formula or 60 ml
of white vinegar.
4
Slowlylltheremainder
of the Clean tank with
warm or cold tap water.
Tilt the tank to ensure
itiscompletelylledto
the top.
5
Push the Clean tank
cap closed and place
tank back in robot.
6
Pushrmlyontank
until you hear an
audible click.
Dirty Tank
Scooba puts down clean solution, gently scrubs the floor, and collects
all of the dirty solution into the Dirty tank. Empty and rinse the tanks after
every cleaning cycle.
1
Press handle to
release tank.
2
Remove tank from
robot.
3
Empty Dirty and
Clean tanks.
4
Rinse Dirty tank with
warm water.
5
Remove and rinse
Scooba’slterand
vacuum port.
6
Place the tank back
in Scooba. Push down
rmlyonthetank
until you hear an
audible click.
Do Not
Force
CAUTION: USE ONLY SCOOBA CLEANING SOLUTION OR WHITE
VINEGAR. Scooba cleaning solution is specially formulated for Scooba.
Other solutions may damage Scooba, causing corrosion of electronic
parts, excessive foaming, and poor traction. Use of other solutions will
void the warranty. See page 14 for details.
CAUTION: Fill with cold or luke-warm water only. Do not fill Scooba’s
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Scooba’s Cleaning System
Scooba uses four cleaning methods in every pass.
1
Preps – Scooba picks up loose dirt and light debris from the floor.
You do not need to sweep the floor before using Scooba unless you
have large objects such as pebbles or large food particles on the floor.
2
Washes – Scooba continuously lays down a small amount of fresh
cleaning solution.
3
Scrubs – Scooba gently scrubs to clean spills and grime.
4
Dries – Scooba’s squeegee vacuum picks up dirty water and debris,
leaving your floor clean and dry.
Scooba will clean until it has used all of the solution in the Clean tank,
approximately 45 minutes. At the end of a cleaning cycle, Scooba will enter
a drying mode.
Internal Drying Mode
At the end of the cleaning cycle, Scooba will enter a brief internal drying
mode to remove any liquid remaining on its brushes and inside its cleaning
mechanisms. During this time Scooba’s Clean light will blink.
TIP: If you wish to end a cleaning cycle early, iRobot recommends
activating the internal drying mode first:
• To start drying mode while the robot is cleaning, just press Clean.
• To start drying mode when Scooba is off, press Power and then press
Clean twice.
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Scooba Cleaning Solution
Scooba cleaning solution is specially formulated to be safe for use in
Scooba. The solution is designed to be tough enough for cleaning,
but safe around children and pets.
CAUTION: Use only Scooba cleaning solution or white vinegar. Other
solutions may damage Scooba causing corrosion of electronic parts,
excessive foaming, and poor traction. Use of other solutions may
damage the robot and voids the warranty. You also can use Scooba with
plain tap water.
Scoobacleaningsolutionhasbeenspecicallyengineeredtobesafeand
effective on hard floor surfaces, including tile, linoleum, vinyl, marble, slate,
stone, and sealed hardwood.
The solution contains no bleach.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE SCOOBA ON THESE SURFACES:
• Carpet or rugs
• Unsealed hardwood or stone
• Laminate ooring (such as Pergo®)
Scoobaisnotrecommendedforuseonunnishedorunsealedhardoor
surfaces, carpet, rugs or waxed floors. These surfaces may be damaged by
water (an unsealed floor does not have a coat of polyurethane to protect the
sub-flooring from water damage). Additionally, Scooba is not safe for use
with laminate flooring which may be damaged by wet cleaning methods.
TIP: When using Scooba on sealed hardwood floors, inspect the floor
surface for worn nish, bare wood, or separated and unsealed joints.
Do not use Scooba on your hardwood floor if any of these conditions
exist. Follow the floor manufacturer’s cleaning recommendations.
Approved Cleaning Solutions
iRobot approves using only Scooba cleaning solution or 60 ml of white
vinegar with Scooba. iRobot does not assume responsibility for floor
damage caused by the use of vinegar on hard floor surfaces. Scooba may
also be run with plain tap water.
TIP: Scooba is designed to work with 7 ml of Scooba cleaning solution
natural enzyme formula or 60 ml of white vinegar and water. You also
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Scooba’s Virtual Wall®
The Scooba Virtual Wall creates an invisible barrier that
Scooba will not cross. Virtual Walls can be set to block areas
from 1 to 2.5 meters.
TIP: Use the Virtual Wall to block doorways or to keep Scooba away from
cords.
The Virtual Wall beam is keyhole
shaped. A small halo prevents
Scooba from bumping the Virtual
Wall and a larger lobe-shaped
section blocks off areas of your
home where you don’t want
Scooba to go.
Virtual Walls require 2 “D”
batteries. Virtual Walls will
automatically shut themselves off
at the end of a cleaning cycle.
TIP: For best performance, place the Virtual Wall on the outside of the
doorway you wish to block, and always set the Virtual Wall to the
shortest setting possible.
Scooba Maintenance
To keep Scooba running at peak performance, perform the following
maintenance tasks after every cleaning cycle:
Rinse Scooba’s Dirty Tank
Clean Scooba’s Filter
CAUTION: Scooba contains electronic components that can be
damaged by spills of water or other liquids. Clean the bottom and top
of Scooba with a damp cloth only. Do not pour or spray water onto
Scooba, other than into the Clean or Dirty tanks.
1
PartiallylltheDirtytank
with water.
2
Empty and rinse the Dirty tank.
1
Removelter.
2
Rinse under warm
water.
3
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Clean Scooba’s Brush After Every Use
Scooba’s brush is located inside a cartridge called the “cleaning head”.
Access to the cleaning head is inside Scooba, so the tank needs to be open
when removing and replacing the cleaning head.
Rinse Scooba’s Vacuum Port After Every Use
1
Push the Brush Eject button to remove
the cleaning head.
2
Open the cleaning head and remove
the brush.
3
Rinse cleaning head and brush under
warm water.
4
Replace Scooba’s cleaning head.
1
Remove vacuum port.
2
Rinse under warm
water.
3
Replace vacuum port.
Avoiding Common Mistakes
Your iRobot Scooba will not clean effectively if the battery, cleaning head,
lterorvacuumportarenotproperlyinstalled.Hereareafewcommon
mistakes you can easily avoid to ensure best results.
Make Sure Battery is Installed Correctly
Whenthebatteryisproperlyinstalled,theyellowbatterytabsshouldtinto
their guide holes.
Click Cleaning Head into Place
When the cleaning head is properly installed, you should hear it click into
place. For best results, push down on the robot base while installing the
cleaning head.
Do Not
Force
X Incorrect
aCorrect
X Incorrect
aCorrect

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Remember to Re-install Filter
Besuretore-installthelterafteryouremoveandrinseit.Makesureitis
properlyseated;neverforcethelterintoplace.
Re-install the Vacuum Port
Always re-install the vacuum port, and ensure that it is properly seated.
Do not force the vacuum port into place.
Troubleshooting
Warning Lights
Scooba has several warning lights that tell you if the robot needs assistance.
Warning Light Possible Cause What To Do
Check Brush
Light
The brush is jammed Remove and clean Scooba’s brush and cleaning
head. With cleaning head and tanks removed,
turn Scooba over, inspect and clean the cleaning
head area.
The cleaning head is
improperly installed
Remove and replace Scooba’s cleaning head.
(page 18)
Thelterismissing Remove,rinseandreplaceScooba’slter.Ensure
lterisinstalledproperly.(page17)
Check Tank
Light
The tank not is in
the robot
Place the tank in the Robot and make sure the
tank latch is securely closed.
The cleaning cycle
is compete
Empty the Dirty and Clean tanks.
(see page 23 for additional troubleshooting)
The pump needs to
be primed
Prime Scooba’s pump with the included
suction bulb. (see page 24 for details)
Power Light
(Red)
Battery is discharged Recharge Scooba’s battery. (page 11)
X Incorrect
X Incorrect
Service
Light
Power
Light
Clean
Light
Check Tank
Light
Check Brush
Light
I’m Stuck
Light
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Service Codes
Scooba will tell you something is wrong
by turning on the Service light and
playing a 4-tone alarm followed by a
number of beeps.
Refer to the table below to resolve
Scooba’s problem. If the problem persists, visit www.irobot.com/support.
Number of
Beeps After
Alarm
Likely Cause What To Do
1 Pump malfunction Contact iRobot customer care.
2 Vacuum malfunction Contact iRobot customer care.
3 Battery failure Contact iRobot customer care.
4 Charger has failed Contact iRobot customer care.
5 Battery is too hot MakesureScoobawasnotrecentlylledwithhot
water or charged in a hot place. Wait for Scooba
and battery to cool down and try again.
I’m Stuck Light
When Scooba is stuck, the robot will tell you the cause of the problem by
saying “uh-oh” and a number of beeps. Count the beeps after the “uh-oh”
andrefertothetablebelowtodeterminewhyScoobaisstuck.Usually,
when the I’m Stuck light comes on, you need to re-start Scooba in another
location.
Warning
Light
Possible Cause What To Do
I’m Stuck
Light
One of Scooba’s
wheels is off the floor
(1 beep)
Inspect Scooba’s wheels. Push each wheel up and
down, place the robot back on the floor and press
Clean.
The front wheel is
stuck (2 beeps)
Ensure that the front wheel can spin freely. Lightly push
the wheel up and down. The front wheel can easily be
removed, cleaned, and replaced.
Bumper problem
(3 beeps)
Tap the bumper to ensure that it moves in and out.
Visually inspect the bumper edges for debris.
Scooba’s cliff
sensors are dirty or
malfunctioning
(4 beeps)
Clean cliff sensors with a cotton swab (see page 6 for
sensor location). The cliff sensors are located in the
bumper and are accessed by turning Scooba over.
Left or right wheel
malfunction (5 beeps)
Inspect Scooba’s drive wheels. Spin the wheels by
handandconrmthattheyoffersomeresistance.If
it does not, or if it’s stuck and you can’t dislodge the
obstruction, contact iRobot customer care.
If the battery’s tabs are not inside the guide holes in the battery pocket,
the tank and robot base may not be properly connected.
Check Tank Troubleshooting
Normally, Scooba’s “Check Tank” light
illuminates when Scooba’s Clean tank
is empty or the Dirty tank is full. If the
Check Tank is lit and this is not the case,
follow these steps to troubleshoot the
issue.
1
Inspect and clean Scooba’s solution
valve with a damp cloth.
2
Conrmthatthebattery,lter,and
vacuum port are properly installed, and
that the tank is completely closed.
Solution
Valve
Eject
Brush
Filter
Battery
Vacuum
Port
3
Fill Scooba’s Clean tank with approximately 250 ml of cold water, shake vigorously, and
emptyittoremoveanydebrisinthetank.RellScooba’sCleantankwithwaterand
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General Troubleshooting
Problem Likely Cause What To Do
Scooba will not
start cleaning
Power is off Press Power, then press Clean to start
Scooba.
Battery is not charged Charge Scooba’s battery. (page 11)
Battery is not correctly
seated
Remove battery and ensure that battery
tabs are placed inside Scooba’s guide
holes before closing Scooba’s tank.
Excessive foam
coming out of
Scooba
There is too much
cleaning solution
concentrate in Clean
tank
Empty and rinse the Clean tank
thoroughly.Whenre-lling,makesureto
use only 7 ml of Scooba cleaning solution
andtolltheCleantankcompletelyto
the rim with water.
Cleaning head sticks
out of Scooba, will
not engage
Cleaning head is not
closed tightly over the
brush
With the tank open, slide the cleaning
head out of Scooba. Squeeze the cleaning
head completely closed over the brush
before re-inserting it into its proper
location.
(page 18)
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE ELECTRONICS OF SCOOBA, ITS BATTERY
OR THE CHARGER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CHARGE USING
STANDARD EU (230V AC) OUTLET ONLY.
Always use care when operating Scooba. To reduce the risk of injury or
damage, keep these safety precautions in mind when setting up, using and
maintaining your Scooba:
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• ReadallsafetyandoperatinginstructionsbeforeoperatingScooba.
• Retainthesafetyandoperatinginstructionsforfuturereference.
• ObserveallwarningsonScooba,battery,chargerandinowner’smanual.
• Followalloperatinganduseinstructions.
• Referallnon-routineservicingtoaqualiedservicepersonnel.
• YouroormaybeslipperywhileScoobaiscleaningandafterthecycleis
complete. Drying times may vary.
• Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebypersons(includingchildren)with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensuretheydonotplaywiththe
appliance.
SCOOBA BATTERY AND CHARGING
• OperateyourScoobaonlyfromthetypeofpowersourceindicatedon
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied in
your home, consult your local power company.
• ChargeusingastandardEU(230VAC)outletonly.Productmaynotbe
usedwithanytypeofpowerconverter.Useofotherpowerconverters
will immediately void the warranty.
• Useonlythechargersuppliedbythemanufacturertochargethisdevice.
• Donotuseachargerwithadamagedcordorplug.
• Chargeindoorsonly.
• Neverhandlechargerswithwethands.
• AlwaysdisconnectScoobafromthechargerbeforecleaning.

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SCOOBA USE RESTRICTIONS
• Scoobaisforindoor,non-commercialuseonly.
• Useonlyapprovedcleaningsolutions.Useofothercleaningsolutionswill
void your warranty.
• Scoobaisnotatoy.Donotsitorstandonthisdevice.Smallchildrenand
pets should be supervised when Scooba is cleaning.
• Cleanwithadampclothonly.DonotpourorspraywaterontoScooba.
• Donotusethisdevicetopickupanythingthatisburningorsmoking.
• Donotusethisdevicetopickupspillsofbleach,paint,orother
chemicals.
• Beforeusingthisdevice,pickupobjectssuchasclothing,loosepapers,
pull cords for blinds or curtains, power cords, and any fragile objects. If
the device passes over a power cord and drags it, there is a chance an
object could tumble off a table or shelf.
• Iftheroomtobecleanedcontainsabalcony,aphysicalbarriershouldbe
used to prevent access to the balcony and ensure safe operation.
• Donotusethisdevicetopickupammableorcombustibleliquidssuch
as gasoline.
• Alwaysremovethebatterybeforelong-termstorageortransportation.
• Operateatroomtemperatureonly.Freezingorexcessiveheatwill
damage Scooba.
Machines noise information-order - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure
level recorder amounts to 70 dB (A) or less.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
© 2007-2010 iRobot Corporation, 8 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA 01730. All rights reserved. iRobot, Scooba and
Virtual Wall are registered trademarks of iRobot Corporation. [00013.0310.v4]
USPat.Nos.6,690,134|6,809,490|6,594,844.Otherpatentspending.Allrightsreserved.Pergoisa
registered trademark of Pergo Incorporated. All rights reserved.
iRobot Customer Care USA
If you have questions or comments about Scooba, please contact iRobot
before contacting a retailer.
Please visit our web site at www.irobot.com for support tips, frequently
asked questions, or information about accessories and other iRobot
products. We would like to hear from you.
Should you still need assistance:
• Visit the iRobot support web site at www.irobot.com/support
• Call our customer care representatives at 877.855.8593
iRobot Customer Care Hours:
• Monday – Friday 9AM – 7PM Eastern Time
• Saturday 9AM – 6PM Eastern Time
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Visit www.irobot.com/international to:
• Order accessories for your robot
• Learn hints and tips to improve the performance of your robot
• Get answers to questions
• Download a detailed product manual
• Contact your local iRobot distributor

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iRobot, Scooba and Virtual Wall are registered trademarks of iRobot Corporation. [00013.0210.v3]
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800.727.9077 or visit store.irobot.com
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Welcome
Congratulations and welcome
to the world of iRobot! You have
joined the growing number of
people who have discovered
a smarter way to clean.
iRobot Scooba is an innovative and easy-to-use product that
will change the way you clean hard floors. When you use Scooba
in your home you will have the cleanest floors you've ever had
without the mess and effort of other floor cleaning methods.
Please take a few moments to review this manual to get
acquainted with Scooba. Should you have any further
questions, visit our website at www.irobot.com.
iRobot Corporation prides itself on listening to its customers,
and we would like to hear from you. Please register your
Scooba and tell us about your experience with your robot.
You can easily register your Scooba at www.irobot.com. By
registering your robot, you’ve guaranteed to be notified of any
product upgrades. Plus you will receive 15% off your first order
of cleaning solution and other accessories at www.irobot.com.
Thank you for joining the iRobot revolution. We look forward to
bringing you more groundbreaking products that will change and
improve your world.
Sincerely,
The iRobot Team

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Table of Contents
Scooba's Anatomy and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 – 7
Scooba's Cleaning Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Battery Installation and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 – 10
Charging Scooba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Scooba's Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 – 12
Scooba's Cleaning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Clorox®Scooba Cleaning Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Scooba's Virtual Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Scooba Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 – 17
Scooba Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 – 21
iRobot Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Important Tips
Important Tips
Use only the recommended amount of approved cleaning solutions. Other fluids
may corrode electronic parts, cause excessive foaming, create poor traction, and
will void the warranty. See page 14 for details.
Do NOT use bleach in Scooba. Bleach may damage the robot and will void
the warranty.
Scooba contains electronic parts. Do NOT submerge Scooba or spray with
water. Clean with a damp cloth only.
Store or operate Scooba in room temperature environments only, freezing
may damage Scooba.
Scooba is not recommended for use on unfinished or unsealed wood, or
pre-laminated flooring, which can easily be damaged by wet cleaning methods.
Always consult your floor manufacturer for approved cleaning methods.
For best performance
• Remove furniture, clutter, and lightweight rugs from area to be cleaned.
•Use the Virtual Wall to contain Scooba to one room.
• Always empty the Dirty tank after the cleaning cycle is complete.
• Rinse the Dirty tank before storage.
• Keep wheels and brush free from hair and debris by inspecting and
cleaning the bottom of Scooba regularly.
•Remove and rinse the filter,brush, and vacuum port regularly.
•Always store Scooba plugged-in and recharging.

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Scooba's Anatomy
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Scooba's Anatomy
Power Clean
Handle and
Tank Release
Virtual Wall
Sensor Light
Sensor
Squeegee Vacuum
Main Brush
Eject Brush
Filter
Vacuum
Port
Serial Port
Battery Pocket
Cliff Sensors
Vacuum
Port
Charging
Socket Floor Prep
Squeegee
Power Button
Light Battery Status
Red Battery empty
Green pulse Charging
Solid green Fully charged
Blinking red Battery not installed
Clean Button
Light What it means
Green Cleaning
Blue/Green pulse
Scooba is drying its
cleaning head; the
clean cycle is almost
complete
Solid blue
The Clean tank is
empty; the clean
cycle is complete
Service Code Check Brush
I'm Stuck
Power light
Check Tank
8
Handle and Tank Release
Dirty Cap Clean cap
Clorox®Scooba
Cleaning Solution
Scooba
Measuring Cup
Power
Supply
Scooba
Battery
Virtual
Wall
Scooba's Anatomy
Scooba has two main parts: the robot base and a tank.
Robot Base Scooba’s Tank
Accessories
Scooba's Lights
Warning Lights Quick Reference
See page 18 for detailed instructions.
Warning Lights What to do
Remove and check
brush (page 17)
Restart Scooba
(Yellow)
Empty Dirty tank and
close securely
(Blue)
The Clean tank is
empty (see page 20
for troubleshooting)
Solution Valve

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Battery Performance
Scooba is powered by a rechargeable battery. Scooba's
battery will last for hundreds of cleaning cycles before
needing replacement.
Battery Storage
For best battery performance, iRobot recommends storing Scooba's battery
in Scooba with the power supply plugged in.
Battery Life
Fully charge Scooba's battery (up to 4 hours) before each cleaning cycle.
When fully charged, Scooba's battery will always last longer than a full Clean
cycle. If you would like to run Scooba more frequently, you can purchase
additional batteries and chargers at www.irobot.com. The battery should
be replaced if Scooba cannot complete a cleaning cycle when fully charged.
16-Hour Refresh Charge
Under some circumstances, Scooba uses a special 16-hour charge cycle
to extend Scooba's battery life. Scooba will use this charge cycle when the
Scooba has been unplugged for an extended period of time or during the
battery's first charge.
TIP: For best performance, always store Scooba's battery on a plugged-in charger.
Charge Scooba’s battery overnight for the first charge.
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Scooba's Cleaning Pattern
Scooba's Cleaning Pattern
Scooba is a robot that cleans differently than the way most people clean
their floors. Scooba uses iRobot's AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System to
determine the best way to pass over and clean every section of the floor.
In most cases, Scooba will pass over the same area of the floor multiple
times to ensure a thorough cleaning. Scooba can clean rooms up to 200
square feet with a full tank, while larger rooms may require an additional
cleaning cycle.
Tip: For smaller rooms, pre-mix 1 measuring cup of Clorox®Scooba cleaning solution
with 1 quart of water. Partially filling the tank will shorten Scooba’s cleaning time.
While Scooba is cleaning it calculates the best path to clean your floor and
determines the best times to use its various cleaning behaviors:
Spiraling: Enables Scooba to efficiently clean a concentrated dirty area.
Wall following: Enables Scooba to clean the room perimeter and navigate
around furniture and obstacles.
Room Crossing: Enables Scooba to clean new areas while crisscrossing the room.
Light Sensing: Keeps Scooba from stopping in dark or hard-to-reach places.
Scooba will alternate
between spiraling, wall
following, and room crossing
during a cleaning cycle.
TIP: For best performance and floor coverage, clear your floor of chairs, clutter,
and light rugs. Use a Virtual Wall to contain Scooba to one room.
Battery Installation and Removal
Placing Battery in Scooba:
Rotate battery into its slot, making sure the yellow battery tabs fit inside the
guide holes.