Samsung POWERbot VR2AR72 Series User manual

Page: 108 Print Color: Black Part Code DJ68-00827B
Date: 2019-03-19 Post Processing : Cut Rev No 00
ART WORK SPEC
Product
Model/PJT
Changes Note: New
Vacuum CleanerHQ R&D PIC: Jungran Kim
Material: Wood Free 80g VR7000M
Design: Hyunwoo Lim
Size: 182mm x 257mm

POWERbot
User manual
VR2AR72**** Series
• Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
• For indoor use only.
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Contents 03 Safety information
10 Installation
Accessories / Installation note
12 Charging
Automatic charging / Recharging /
Low battery (Lo)
14 Using POWERbot
Turning the power on/off / Selecting
cleaning modes/ Using special
cleaning functions / About the
boundary markers / Using Energy-
saving mode
18 Using the remote
controller
20 Name of each part
Top / Bottom / Display panel
21 Setting time/schedule
Setting the time / Setting the schedule
22 Cleaning and maintaining
Cleaning the dustbin / Cleaning the sensors
and the camera / Cleaning the brush and Auto
shutter tool / Cleaning the Driving wheel
24 SmartThings App
28 Notes and cautions
Charging / Using / Cleaning and maintenance /
About the battery / About the IrDA sensor
30 Information codes
31 Troubleshooting
35 Open Source Announcement
35 Specications
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Safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
• Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for your reference.
WARNING
• Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the
characteristics of your vacuum cleaner may differ slightly from those
described in this manual.
CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED
WARNING
Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.
CAUTION
Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.
OTHER SYMBOLS USED
NOTE
Indicates that the following text contains additional important
information.
State of California Proposition 65 Warning (US only)
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
L i - i o n
For battery recycling go to call2recycle.org
or call 1-800-822-8837
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR POWERbot.
Unplug the battery charger / docking station from outlet when not in use and before
conducting maintenance.
WARNING: to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
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GENERAL
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not operate POWERbot or the battery charger / docking station if it has been
damaged in any way.
• If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a customer care center.
• Do not handle the battery charger / docking station or POWERbot with wet
hands.
• Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
• 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. Do not let children
clean or perform user maintenance on the POWERbot without adult supervision.
• Place the cords from other appliances out of the area to be cleaned.
• Do not operate the vacuum in a room where an infant or child is sleeping.
• Do not operate the vacuum in an area where there are lit candles or fragile
objects on the oor.
• Do not operate the vacuum in a room that has lit candles on furniture that the
vacuum may accidentally hit or bump into.
• Do not allow children to sit on the vacuum.
• Do not use the vacuum on a wet surface.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.
Battery charger / Docking station
• Do not modify the polarized plug to t a non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Unplug the battery charger / docking station from the outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
• Use only the battery charger / docking station supplied by the manufacturer to
recharge.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug or a loose power outlet.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close the door on the
cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep the cord away from
heated surfaces.
• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not mutilate or incinerate batteries as they will explode at high temperatures.
Safety information
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• Do not attempt to open the battery charger / docking station. Repairs should
only be carried out by a qualied customer care center.
• Do not expose the battery charger / docking station to high temperatures or
allow moisture or humidity of any kind to come into contact with the battery
charger / docking station.
• Do not charge the non-rechargeable batteries with the battery charger / docking
station.
POWERbot
• Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, and etc.
• Do not use without a lter in place. When servicing the unit, never put ngers or
other objects into the fan chamber in case the unit accidentally turns on.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked;
keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ow.
• Do not pick up toxic materials (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoke, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, nor use
on areas where they may be present.
• Locations with candles or desk lamps on the oor.
• Locations with unattended res (re or embers).
• Locations with distilled alcohol, thinner, ashtrays with burning cigarettes, etc.
• Do not use POWERbot in an enclosed space lled with vapours given off by oil
based paint, paint thinner, moth proong substances, ammable dust, or other
explosive or toxic vapours.
• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme usage or temperature
conditions. If the liquid gets on skin, wash quickly with water. If the liquid gets
into the eyes, ush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10
minutes. Seek medical attention.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not t, contact a qualied electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
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Safety information
REGULATORY NOTICE
1. FCC Notice
CAUTION
FCC CAUTION:
• Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is Subject to following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that
cause undesired operation.
• For products available in the US and Canadian markets, only channels 1~11 are
available. You cannot select other channels.
FCC STATEMENT:
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
• This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna
–Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver
–Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit from the
radio or TV.
–Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
• This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated so
there are at least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your body. This
device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
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2. IC Notice
• The term “IC” before the radio certication number only signies that Industry
Canada technical specications were met. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
• For products available in the US and Canadian markets, only channels 1~11 are
available. You cannot select other channels.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
• This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
so there are at least 8inches (20cm) between the radiator and your body. This
device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
Open Source License Notice
• This device uses open source software. Open Source Licenses are available on
the product menu.
• Tap “Settings > Network > Software Update > Legal Information” on the device
for more details.
Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15
Product type/model : Robot vacuum cleaner/ VR2AR72****
Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information
Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
QA Lab America
19 Chapin Rd. Building D Pine Brook NJ 07058
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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WARNING Power related
fPlease prevent any risk of electric shock
or re.
– Do not damage the power cord.
– Do not pull the power cord too hard or
touch the power plug with wet hands.
– Do not use a power source other than 100-
240V~ and also do not use a multi outlet to
supply power to number of devices at the
same time. (Do not leave the cord carelessly
on the oor.)
– Do not use a damaged power plug, power
cord or loose power outlet.
fClean dust or any foreign matters on the
pin and contact part of the power plug.
– There is a risk of electric shock or
malfunction.
WARNING Before use
fDo not use POWERbot near a heater or
combustible materials.
– Do not use POWERbot near re or ame
such as a movable heater, a candlelight,
a desk lamp, a replace etc. or in a place
where combustible materials such as
gasoline, alcohol, thinner etc. exist.
fMake sure there are no dangerous objects
around the POWERbot’s cleaning area to
prevent collision and unplug any electric
heaters or fans.
fThe POWERbot is intended for household
use therefore do not use it in an attic,
basement, storage, industrial building,
out of indoor space, places with moisture
(such as bathroom, laundry), on the table
or shelves.
– The POWERbot can be damaged or
malfunction.
fBe sure POWERbot does not pass through
or touch any kind of liquids.
– The POWERbot can be severely damaged
and it may contaminate other areas if the
wheels pass through liquid.
fAttach the boundary markers on a place
where the POWERbot may fall such as
a stair or banister to prevent product
damage and injury.
– Please keep the cliff sensor clean all the
time for safety.
fDo not spill any liquids on the docking
station.
– There is a risk of re or electric shock.
fDo not use the docking station for
anything other than its intended purpose.
– There is a risk of re or severe damage to
the docking station.
fAlways keep the cliff sensor clean for
your safety.
WARNING In use
fIf any abnormal sounds, smells or smoke
come from POWERbot, immediately shut
off the emergency switch at the bottom of
POWERbot and contact a service center.
WARNING Cleaning and
maintenance
fWhen power cord is damaged, contact
a service center to get it replaced by a
certied repairman.
– There is a risk of re or electric shock.
fPlease check with a Samsung Electronics
service center when exchanging batteries.
– Using batteries from other products can
cause malfunction.
CAUTION Before use
fInsert the dustbin before using
POWERbot.
fBe careful with the followings for proper
automatic recharging.
– Always turn on the power of the docking
station.
– Install the docking station where POWERbot
can easily nd.
– Do not leave any object in front of the
docking station.
Safety information
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fWhen installing the docking station, do
not leave the cord carelessly on the oor
since POWERbot may get tangled by it.
fDo not use POWERbot on black colored
oors.
– The POWERbot may not be able to operate
normally.
fDo not place any objects within 1.6ft
(0.5m) of either side of the docking
station or within 3.3 ft (1m) of the front
of the docking station.
fMake sure the docking station's charging
contact is not damaged or have any
foreign matters on it.
fDo not install the docking station in an
area with a dark oor.
– If the oor around the docking station is
dark, recharging is hindered.
fMove any obstacles that may disturb
POWERbot's movement (such as children's
indoor swing or slides) before cleaning.
fDo not use the POWERbot in a place
which is narrower than its turning radius
(1.6 ft/0.5 m or less).
fTo clean all areas of your house, open all
rooms and attach the boundary markers
on the places where the POWERbot
may get damaged such as a front door,
veranda, bathroom, and stairs for safety.
fFor the very low areas where the
POWERbot may get stuck, attach the
boundary markers to prevent the
POWERbot from getting in.
fIf a brush or brush cover is not
assembled correctly, scratches may occur
on the oor, or product malfunction may
occur.
fBefore operating the POWERbot, remove
the objects which could break such as
a frame, mirror, and porcelain items
so that the POWERbot works without
interruption.
CAUTION In use
fUsing the POWERbot on thick carpet may
damage both the POWERbot and the
carpet.
– The POWERbot cannot pass over carpet that
is thicker than 0.4in (1cm).
fDo not use POWERbot on tables or other
high surfaces.
– There is a risk of damage if it falls.
fThe POWERbot may bump into chair, desk
legs therefore move them away for faster
and efcient cleaning.
fWhen POWERbot is operating, do not lift
it up or carry it to another area.
fDo not hold by driving wheels of
POWERbot when carrying it to another
area.
fDo not put any objects on top of
POWERbot and camera since it may cause
malfunction.
fRemove any large papers or plastic bags
immediately when using POWERbot since
they may block the intake.
fDo not aim the red pointer directly at
people or animals.
fDo not lie down around the POWERBOT
that is running.
– Your hair may be caught in the brush,
resulting in physical injury.
CAUTION Cleaning and
maintenance
fPrevent any damage to POWERbot by
complying with the following
– Do not clean POWERbot by spraying water
directly onto it or use benzene, thinner,
acetone or alcohol to clean it.
fDo not disassemble or repair POWERbot.
This should only be done by a certied
repairman.
fAlways keep the obstacle sensor, cliff
sensor and camera clean.
– If foreign matter accumulates, sensors may
malfunction.
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DC-IN
1Connect the
battery charger
jack to the
docking station
2Connect the
power cord
to the battery
charger
When using the battery
charger, the side with the
sticker attached must face
down.
3Connect the
power plug to
the outlet
Installation
The docking station must be plugged in and turned on at all times.
About 1m
About
0.5m
About
0.5m
Install the docking station in
a place without obstacles and
danger of falling.
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Accessories
Remote controller Batteries
(AAA type)
User manual Spare lter Docking station
Power cord Battery charger Boundary markers Soft Action Brush /
Brush cover
Combo Brush /
Brush cover
 Accessories may differ depending on the models.
 Refer to page 17 for the installation of boundary markers.
 Battery Spec : Lithium-ion, 21.6V, 3600mAh, 12cell
 For VR2A726*** models, combo brush and soft action brush are provided.
Installation note
Note
fInstall the docking station in a place where the oor and wall are level.
fIt is best to install the docking station along the grain of wooden oors.
fIf the emergency switch is off, the POWERbot will not charge even if it is docked on the
docking station.
fAlways turn on the power of the docking station.
– If power is not supplied to the docking station, the POWERbot cannot nd it and cannot
automatically recharge.
– If the POWERbot is left detached from the docking station, the battery will drain naturally.
fIf the POWERbot is in sleep mode, power will not come on even if the emergency switch is
turned off and then on. Press and hold the [Start/Stop] button on the POWERbot to turn the
sleep mode off.
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Charging
1Turn on the
emergency switch
on the bottom
You must turn on the
emergency switch to turn on
the POWERbot.
2
Manually charge
the POWERbot by
placing it on the
docking station
Make sure the charging
pins on the POWERbot
and the docking station
are aligned.
3Check the
charging status
" " will turn on according to
charging progress and "FULL" will
turn on when charging is complete.
WARNING
• Rated input voltage of this product is 100-240V~.
Charge the POWERbot fully before using for the rst time. (Refer to the page 35 for the charging
time.)
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When the battery indicator blinks during
cleaning, the POWERbot will return
to the docking station to charge itself
automatically.
Automatic charging
You can command the POWERbot to
recharge at the docking station while it is in
cleaning.
Recharging
Manually charge the POWERbot by placing
it on the docking station.
Low battery (Lo)
Steps to take if recharging not occuring:
Check the installation status of the
docking station when:
fthe docking station is located in a place where
the POWERbot cannot easily access it.
fthe distance between the docking station and
POWERbot is over 16.4ft (5m).
– It may take a long time for POWERbot to
return to the docking station for recharging
Manually charge the POWERbot when:
fthe docking station is located in a corner
fthe battery is fully exhausted
fthe POWERbot is immobilized by an obstacle
(furniture etc.)
fthe POWERbot can't climb a threshold near
the docking station (The maximum height of
a threshold the POWERbot can climb is about
0.6in (1.5cm)).
fwhen the battery indicator blinks and "Lo" is
displayed
fwhen the POWERbot is set to the Spot clean or
Manual clean mode
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Using POWERbot
You must turn on the emergency switch on the bottom of the unit before using POWERbot.
Turning the power on/off
Press the button for more than 3seconds
Starting Auto clean mode
The POWERbot moves and automatically cleans the
set areas only once.
 Stop cleaning: Press and release the button
Recharging/Energy-saving mode
fRecharging
You can command POWERbot to recharge at the docking station
automatically while it is cleaning by pressing this button.
fEnergy-saving mode
Refer to page 17.
Using Spot clean mode
The POWERbot cleans a localized area intensely.
WARNING
• When POWERbot is not used for about 30 minutes, it automatically returns to the
docking station to recharge.
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Selecting cleaning modes
Cleaning mode How to select Displayed icon
Auto clean
Spot clean
Repeat clean  Press the [ ] on the remote controller rst
and then press the [Start/Stop ].
Manual clean
 Manual clean mode can be selected by the
direction control buttons of the remote
controller.
 If POWERbot fails to return to the docking station, it will turn to energy-saving mode and display
panel will be turned off.
 To exit the energy-saving mode, press the [Start/Stop ] or [Power ] button of main body or
remote controller.
 If cleaning in Auto clean mode is completed within 15 minutes, POWERbot cleans 1 more time.
 POWERbot increases suction power in Spot clean and Point cleaning mode.
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Cleaning method for each modes
About 1.5 m
About 1.5 m
Auto clean
Automatically cleans the
set areas only once.
Spot clean
Cleans a localized area
intensely. It can be used
to clean bread or cookie
crumbs.
Manual clean
You can move
POWERbot with the
remote controller to
clean the desired spot.
Repeat clean
Cleans repeatedly until
the battery is depleted.
Note
fIf you select Auto clean or Repeat clean, the POWERbot cleans the area near the docking station rst.
Using special cleaning functions
Cleaning function Operation Displayed icon
Intelligent power
control
 When the POWERbot detects a carpet in normal
mode, it will automatically operate with stronger
suction power.
Edge Clean Master
 When the POWERbot detects an edge or corner
in Auto clean or Spot clean, the auto shutter tool
operates and approaches the edge or corner
section to clean.
fStraight edge (One time cleaning)
fCorner (Two times cleaning)
Using POWERbot
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About the boundary markers
To prevent the POWERbot from entering the following areas, place
the boundary markers on the oor in an shape at intervals of
about 5.9in (15cm).
About 5.9in
(15cm)
Boundary
markers
About 1.9in
(5cm)
About 5.9in (15cm)
Boundary
markers
Where a raised spot exceeds 1.9in (5cm) Where there is a slide, swing, replace, or any
ammable substance or moisture.
Above 0.6in (1.5cm)
boundary
markers
Boundary
markers
Where a threshold is higher than 0.6in (1.5cm) Where there is risk of falling such as near
stairs, porches, or guardrails.
Using Energy-saving mode
You can select the Energy-saving mode to save energy during battery charging. Energy-saving mode
turns off all functions except battery charging. Use it to reduce power consumption while you are away
from home for an extended period of time.
How to select or cancel Displayed icon
Press for 5 sec.
 About 3seconds later, the
previous indicator will
appear.
Note
fIf you select the Auto/Max/Manual clean mode or press the Point cleaning button, the
Energy-saving mode will be cancelled.
fWhen Energy-saving mode is on, setting the schedule will cancel Energy-saving mode.
– If you select the Energy-saving mode after setting the schedule, the schedule will not be cancelled.
fIf the docking station is off, Energy-saving mode will be cancelled.
fIf the battery is completely at, place the POWERbot on the docking station, and then press
the [Start/Stop ] button on the main body.
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Using the remote controller
1 Operation & Recharging
Power Turn POWERbot's power on/off
Recharging Select to recharge POWERbot at the
docking station automatically
Start/Stop Select to start or stop cleaning
process
2 Cleaning modes
Auto clean Select to clean all set areas only once
and then automatically return to the
docking station.
Spot clean Select to clean a localized area
intensely
Repeat clean Select to clean repeatedly until the
battery becomes very low with
indicator blinking
3 Suction power
Turbo mode Select to clean with the strongest
suction power
Normal mode Select to clean with moderate suction
power
Quiet mode Select to clean with lower operation
noise
4 Additional function
Sound
Select to set the voice guide
fVoice Guide (English) Sound
Effects Mute
fPress and hold the sound button to
change and set a language.
Remote
control Select to turn Wi-Fi function on or off
 Turning the emergency switch off and then on will not cancel or
change the settings.
1
3
5
2
Refer to
page 21
4
4
6
1, 2
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5 Manual clean mode & Direction control
Move forward Select to move forward
Turn left Select to turn left
Turn right Select to turn right
 Moving backward is not available.
6 Point cleaning
You can use the remote controller to point and clean the desired spot while the
POWERbot is in cleaning process.
Point the red light on the oor within 0.5m around POWERbot's location.
Press and hold the Point cleaning button to move the red light to the desired spot. The POWERbot
will follow the light while cleaning.
fIf you point the red light directly at the body of the POWERbot, abnormal operation may occur.
Therefore, point the red light within 0.5 m around the POWERbot.
0.5 m
Operating distance of the remote controller
Height of the
remote controller
Operating distance
Height of the
remote controller 1.6ft (0.5m) 3.3ft (1m) 4.9ft (1.5m)
Operating
distance
About 4.9ft
(1.5m)
About 6.6ft
(2m)
About 9.8ft
(3m)
Inserting batteries
Open the battery cover by lifting it
up while pressing the locking tab and
insert the batteries as shown in the
illustration. Then, close the cover until it
clicks into place.
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