Monoprice MP Strata Vacuum 2.0 User manual

MONOPRICE
MP Strata Vacuum 2.0
P/N 21714
User's Manual

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES.............................................................................................................................. 4
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
CUSTOMER SERVICE........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
PACKAGE CONTENTS........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
PRODUCT OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................................................................7
Vacuum.....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Roller Brush Attachment.......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Charging Station.............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Remote Control.................................................................................................................................................................................9
Display/Control Panel............................................................................................................................................................... 10
OPERATING MODES............................................................................................................................................................................11
Normal Cleaning Mode..............................................................................................................................................................11
Spot Cleaning Mode....................................................................................................................................................................11
Edge Cleaning Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................12
Schedule Mode................................................................................................................................................................................12
SETUP AND CHARGING ..................................................................................................................................................................12
OPERATION............................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Power On/Off................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Standby and Sleep Modes ................................................................................................................................................... 14
Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
CLEANING MODES..............................................................................................................................................................................15
SCHEDULING............................................................................................................................................................................................17
Setting the Clock ...........................................................................................................................................................................17
Setting the Scheduled Time.................................................................................................................................................17
Clearing the Schedule Time................................................................................................................................................. 18

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USING THE MOPPING ATTACHMENT.................................................................................................................................19
CHANGING ATTACHMENTS........................................................................................................................................................19
USING THE VIRTUAL WALL ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Cleaning the Dust Bin and Filters.................................................................................................................................. 20
Clean the Side Brushes............................................................................................................................................................22
Cleaning Sensors and Wheels ...........................................................................................................................................22
Cleaning the Charging Poles ..............................................................................................................................................22
Cleaning the Suction Passage and Dust Sensor ...............................................................................................23
Cleaning the Roller Brush Attachment......................................................................................................................23
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................................................................................ 25
TECHNICAL SUPPORT......................................................................................................................................................................29
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.................................................................................................................................................... 30
Notice for FCC ................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
This device is intended for indoor use only.
Do not use this device in a wet or moist environment, such as a bathroom or
laundry.
Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with
wet hands.
Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in,
on, or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it
in direct sunlight.
Do not use this vacuum in proximity to curtains, cords, loose cables, fragile
objects, papers, loose debris, or anything that could get easily knocked over.
Do not use this vacuum around cigarette ends, lighters, matches, volatile liquids
such as gasoline, or any other flammable materials.
If the vacuum needs to be cleaned, it should be fully charged beforehand.
Do not sit on the vacuum or allow pets or children to sit on it. Take care when
using this around children or pets.
Do not use this product where it can easily fall, such as on tables, chairs, or next
to stairs.
Turn off the vacuum when transporting it or when it will not be used for a long
time.
Empty and clean the dust bin and filters after each use.
Remove the batteries from the remote if it will be unused for a long time.
Fully charge the battery before first use and at least once every three months.
This device contains a rechargeable battery. Dispose of the device or battery
only in accordance with local, state, or federal regulations for electronic waste.
Do not allow small children to use or play with this vacuum.

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INTRODUCTION
Experience the best of both worlds with the MP Strata Vacuum 2.0. Featuring high
power suction in a sleek (3.46" tall) design, it is ready to tackle pet hair, hardwood
floors, and carpets. The large (0.5 liter) dust bin is washable and includes a preinstalled
HEPA filter. The MP Strata Vacuum 2.0 includes a charging dock for automated charging.
It remembers its charging location and quickly finds it way home when the battery level
is low or when cleaning is complete. It can clean continuously for up to 100 minutes,
ensuring that it gets the job done the first time. Featuring four distinct cleaning modes,
the vacuum automatically detects and adjusts its operation based on the floor type, the
amount of open space, and the presence of obstacles for a truly automated cleaning
experience.
FEATURES
Powerful suction ensures that even tiny dust is thoroughly cleaned
Swappable roller-brush and vacuum suction kits
Includes mopping pad and water tank attachment
Automatically adjusts the suction power based on the type of floor detected
One button start
Washable dust bin
Four cleaning modes
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your
ordering, purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any
problem with your order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can
contact a Monoprice Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our
website www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-
Sun: 9am-6pm PT) or via email at [email protected]

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service
for a replacement.
1x Strata Vacuum 2.0 with installed Suction Attachment, Dust Bin, and HEPA
Filter
1x Charging Station
1x AC Power Adapter
1x Remote Control
1x Roller Brush Attachment
1x Mopping Pad and Water Tank Attachment
1x Virtual Wall
1x Spare HEPA Filter
1x Double-ended Cleaning Brush
2x Left Side Brushes
2x Right Side Brushes
1x User's Manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Vacuum

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Roller Brush Attachment
Charging Station

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Remote Control
1. ON/OFF Button (Clean): With the vacuum in
Standby mode, press the ON/OFF button to start
or stop cleaning.
2. Directional Buttons: While cleaning is in progress,
press the directional buttons to alter the
vacuum's path. The left and right buttons will
cause the vacuum to turn in those directions, the
forward button will cause the vacuum to move
forward and the back button causes it to back
up. The center button has no effect.
3. SPOT Button: Press the SPOT button to cause the vacuum to enter Spot Cleaning
mode in its current location. The vacuum will automatically re-enter Normal
Cleaning mode when the Spot Cleaning is finished. Alternatively, use the
directional buttons to re-enter Normal Cleaning mode or stop cleaning by
pressing the ON/OFF button.
4. HOME Button: Press the HOME button to cause the vacuum to return to the
Charging Station to begin charging.
5. MODE Button: Press the MODE button to cycle through the four cleaning modes.
Note: Insert two AAA batteries (not included) into the remote control's battery
compartment prior to use. Remove the batteries if the remote will go unused for a long
period of time. Note that the remote control may not function properly near the
charging station.

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Display/Control Panel
1. : The LED Panel displays the Time Setting, Charging Status, and Error
Codes, using numbers, letters, or graphs. Non-error code displays are:
: The battery is fully charged.
: The battery charge is low.
: The battery is being charged.
: The suction passage is blocked.
: The dust bin is no installed.
2. : The button performs the following functions.
A: Press the button to change from Sleep mode to Standby mode.
B: When in Standby mode, press and hold the button for 3 seconds to go
into Sleep mode.
C: When in Scheduling mode, press the button to confirm the schedule
setting.
D: When in Standby mode, press the button to start Normal Cleaning mode.
3. : The button performs the following functions:
A: When in Scheduling mode, press the button to increase the displayed
value.
B: When in any mode except Scheduling mode, press the button to start
Auto-Homing and Charging modes.

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4. : The button performs the following
functions:
A: When in Scheduling mode, press the button to decrease the displayed
value.
B: When in any mode except Scheduling mode, press the button to begin
the Zig-Zag Cleaning mode.
5. : Press the button to enter or exit Scheduling mode.
6. : When in Standby mode, press the
button to begin Edge Cleaning mode.
7. : Press the button to open the top cover.
OPERATING MODES
Normal Cleaning Mode
The Normal Cleaning mode is an automatic
mode in which the vacuum automatically
switches between the three types of
cleaning paths. Normally, when in a room
with few obstacles, it will clean the floor
using a Zig-Zag path, as shown in the
diagram. When it detects a particularly dirty
spot, it will switch to Spot Cleaning mode and when it detects obstacles, it will switch
to Edge Cleaning mode. When cleaning is in progress, the LED display shows the current
time.
Spot Cleaning Mode
The vacuum will clean intensively in a spiral-
shaped cleaning pattern when it detects a
very dirty area or when the Spot Cleaning
mode is manually activated.

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Edge Cleaning Mode
The vacuum cleans along walls and
obstacles when it detects a wall or obstacle
or when the Edge Cleaning mode is
manually activated.
Schedule Mode
Once a cleaning schedule time has been
set, the vacuum will automatically start
cleaning in Normal Cleaning mode at the
scheduled time.
SETUP AND CHARGING
1. Position the Charging Station
against a wall near an AC outlet and
with at least 1 meter (3 feet) of space
on each side and 2 meters (6 feet) of
space to the front.
2. Ensure that the Power Switch on the
side of the vacuum is in the OFF
position.
3. Insert the DC barrel connector on
the included AC Power Adapter into
the Charging Socket on the Charging
Station, then plug the adapter into a
nearby AC power outlet.
4. Flip the Power Switch on the side of
the vacuum to the ON position, then
place the vacuum on the floor.

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5. Press the button on the vacuum or the HOME button on the
included remote control. The vacuum will automatically position itself against
the power station and charging will begin. While charging is in progress, the LED
display on the Display/Control Panel will show a series of 1s ( ), from left
to right. When charging is complete, the LED display will show .
Notes:
Fully charge the battery for 12 hours prior to first use.
Charge the battery for 12 hours at least once every three months.
If the vacuum will go unused for more than three months or for any long period
of time, charge the battery for 12 hours, then flip the Power Switch to the OFF
position and store it in a cool, dry place.
When the vacuum is in Standby mode and the battery level is low, it will
broadcast the voice message Please Charge and the display shows .
You can charge the vacuum directly,
without using the Charging Station, by
plugging the included AC Power Adapter
into the Charging Socket on the vacuum.
When the vacuum is in operation, it will
automatically return to the Charging
Station and begin recharging when the
battery level is low.
The vacuum will automatically return to the Charging Station and begin charging
when it is finished cleaning.

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OPERATION
Power On/Off
Flip the Power Switch on the right side of the vacuum to power it on or off.
While powered on and not in actual operation, the vacuum can be placed in
Sleep or Standby mode.
Standby and Sleep Modes
The vacuum must be powered on to enter Standby or Sleep mode.
The LED display is illuminated when the vacuum is in Standby mode and is off
when it is in Sleep mode.
When the vacuum is in Sleep mode, press the button on the vacuum or the
ON/OFF button on the remote control once to enter Standby mode.
While cleaning is in progress, press the button the vacuum or the ON/OFF
button on the remote control to enter Standby mode.
When the vacuum is in Standby mode, press and hold the button for about
three seconds to enter Sleep mode.
When the vacuum is in Standby mode, it will automatically enter Sleep mode if
no buttons are pressed for 60 seconds.
Cleaning
Perform the following steps to manually begin cleaning.
1. Ensure that the Power Switch on the side of the vacuum is in the on position.
2. Press the button on the vacuum to enter Standby mode. If the vacuum is on
the charger it will begin cleaning right away in Normal Cleaning mode.
Otherwise, press the button again to begin cleaning.
3. While cleaning is in progress, use the remote control to control the vacuum's
cleaning behavior.

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Press the ON/OFF button on the remote control to stop cleaning and re-
enter Standby mode. Press it again to start Normal Cleaning mode again.
Press the MODE button on the remote control to cycle through Normal
Cleaning, Spot Cleaning, and Edge Cleaning modes.
Press the SPOT button on the remote control to immediately enter Spot
Cleaning mode. After it is finished cleaning the spot, the vacuum will
automatically re-enter Normal Cleaning mode.
Press the ON/OFF button on the remote control to cause the vacuum to
return to the Charging Station to begin charging.
While in any cleaning mode, use the Directional buttons on the remote to
alter the vacuum's cleaning path. Use the left and right buttons to change
the path to the left or right. Use the back button to cause the vacuum to
back up. Use the forward button to straighten out the vacuum's cleaning
path. The center button has no function.
When cleaning is complete or when the battery level is low, the vacuum
will automatically return to the Charging Station to begin charging.
CLEANING MODES
1. Auto Cleaning: The Auto Cleaning mode cleans
the room using a variety of automatically
selected cleaning modes. Press the mode
on the vacuum or the ON/OFF button on the
remote control to start Auto Cleaning mode.
You can also select Auto Cleaning mode by
pressing the MODE button on the remote control to cycle through the four
cleaning modes. The LED Panel will show 2222 when in Auto Cleaning mode.
2. Spot Cleaning: The Spot Cleaning mode is
designed to repeatedly clean a particularly
dirty spot on the floor. The vacuum will
automatically enter Spot Cleaning mode when
it detects a particularly dirty spot on the floor.
You can manually select Spot Cleaning mode

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by pressing the SPOT button on the remote control. You can also select Spot
Cleaning mode by pressing the MODE button on the remote control to cycle
through the four cleaning modes. The LED Panel will show 1111 when in Spot
Cleaning mode.
3. Edge Cleaning: The Edge Cleaning mode is
designed to clean along a wall or around other
obstacles. The vacuum will automatically enter
Edge Cleaning mode when it encounters a wall
or other obstacle. You can manually select
Edge Cleaning mode by pressing the
button on the vacuum. You can also select Edge
Cleaning mode by pressing the MODE button on the remote control to cycle
through the four cleaning modes. The LED Panel will show 3333 when in Edge
Cleaning mode.
4. Zig-Zag Cleaning: The Zig-Zag Cleaning mode
is one in which the vacuum uses long, parallel
cleaning paths. The vacuum automatically
enters Zig-Zag Cleaning mode whenever it
detects a large, open area. You can manually
select the Zig-Zag Cleaning mode by pressing
the button on the
vacuum. You can also select Zig-Zag Cleaning mode by pressing the MODE
button on the remote control to cycle through the four cleaning modes. The
LED Panel will show 4444 when in Zig-Zag Cleaning mode.

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SCHEDULING
Setting the Clock
Prior to scheduling, the vacuum's clock should be set to the current time. Perform the
following steps to set the clock.
1. Ensure that the vacuum is in Standby mode or is charging. If it is in Sleep mode,
press the button on the vacuum to enter Standby mode. If the vacuum is
actively cleaning, press the ON/OFF button on the remote control to stop
cleaning and enter Standby mode.
2. Press the button on the vacuum to enter Clock Setting mode. The
clock's hour display will start to flash.
3. Press the button on the vacuum to increase the hour value or
press the button on the vacuum to decrease it.
4. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm the hour setting. The clock's
minute display will start flashing.
5. Press the button on the vacuum to increase the minute value or
press the button on the vacuum to decrease it.
6. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm the minute setting.
7. Press the button on the vacuum to exit Clock Setting mode.
Setting the Scheduled Time
Perform the following steps to set the time at which the vacuum will begin automatic
cleaning.
1. Ensure that the vacuum is in Standby mode or is charging. If it is in Sleep mode,
press the button on the vacuum to enter Standby mode. If the vacuum is
actively cleaning, press the button on the remote control to stop cleaning
and enter Standby mode.
2. If the clock has not yet been set, set it by following the instructions in the
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3. Press and hold the button on the vacuum for two seconds, then
release the button to enter Scheduling Mode. The LED display will show either
the currently set scheduled time or 00:00 if no scheduled time is set. The hour
value will be flashing.
4. Press the button on the vacuum to increase the hour value or
press the button on the vacuum to decrease it.
5. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm. The minute value will begin
flashing.
6. Press the button on the vacuum to increase the minute value or
press the button on the vacuum to decrease it.
7. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm the minute setting.
8. Press the button on the vacuum to exit Clock Setting mode.
Clearing the Schedule Time
Perform the following steps to clear the scheduled time.
1. Press and hold the button on the vacuum to enter Scheduling mode.
The hour value will begin flashing.
2. Use the or button on the vacuum to set
the hour value to 00.
3. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm the hour setting. The minute
value will begin flashing.
4. Use the or button on the vacuum to set
the minute value to 00.
5. Press the button on the vacuum to confirm the minute setting.
6. Press the button on the vacuum to exit Clock Setting mode.

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USING THE MOPPING ATTACHMENT
Perform the following steps to use the included Mopping Pad and Water Tank
Attachment.
1. If the Mopping Pad has been removed from the
Water Tank, attach it to the Water Tank. The Water
Tank has hook and loop pads that allow the
Mopping Pad to stay attached.
2. Remove the Rubber Cap from the Water Tank and
fill it with water. Reattach the Rubber Cap.
3. Align the four posts on the Water Tank with the
holes in the bottom of the vacuum, then press it
firmly into place.
CHANGING ATTACHMENTS
By default, the vacuum ships with the suction attachment installed. Perform the
following steps to swap the suction and roller brush attachments.
1. Ensure that the Power Switch on the vacuum is in the off position.
2. Invert the vacuum so that it rests on its top. Orient it so that the universal
wheel is away from you.
3. Press the locking tab on the right side of the attachment to release it from
the vacuum body, then lift it out of the compartment.
4. Insert the tabs on the left side of the attachment into the holes inside the
compartment, then press down on the right side to click it into place.

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USING THE VIRTUAL WALL
The Virtual Wall allows you to create a virtual barrier, beyond which the vacuum will
not go. Perform the following steps to use the Virtual Wall.
1. Release the latch on the bottom of the Virtual Wall, then remove the battery
cover.
2. Insert two D batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. Ensure
that the polarity of the exposed ends of the batteries match the adjacent
polarity markings.
3. Replace the battery cover and latch it into place.
4. Place the Virtual Wall on the floor with the hole on the side and the arrow on
the top pointed towards the opposite wall.
5. Slide the power switch on the Virtual Wall to the on position.
MAINTENANCE
The following cleaning and maintenance procedures should be performed periodically,
as directed in each section.
Cleaning the Dust Bin and Filters
Thoroughly clean the Dust Bin and the filters after each use.
1. Ensure that the Power Switch on the vacuum is in the off
position.
2. Press the area on the top cover to unlatch it, then
open the cover.