Vacmaster V12 User manual

Use & Care Guide
MODEL NO. V12
ROBOT VACUUM CLEANER
www.vacmaster.com
Cleva North America, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29607
Made in China
[phone]

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SECTION
Important Safety Instructions.............................................................................................................3
Warranty…………....................................................................................................................................6
Technical Data .....................................................................................................................................6
Getting To Know Your Vacuum............................................................................................................7
Installation Instructions............................................................................................................11
Operating Instructions.........................................................................................................17
Maintaining Your Vacuum.................................................................................................................. 22
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................29
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing this Vacmaster®vacuum cleaner. With it you are
obtaining a high quality product that is engineered for optimal performance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and understand this manual before use.
Keep this manual and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future
reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS ROBOT VACUUM
CLEANER.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious injury.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children, pets or plants.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call (866)
384-8432 for assistance.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or
pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet
hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
• Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bin.
• Turn off the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.

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• Use only the charging dock specially equipped by the manufacturer.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
• Do not use the appliance that is damaged or modied. Damaged or modied
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re, explosion or risk of
injury.
• Do not expose the appliance to re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re
or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause explosion.
• It is recommended to operate appliance at room temperature between 39.2°F
(4°C) and 104°F (40°C).
• It is recommended to store the appliance between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).
• It is recommended to apply the boundary strips (not included) to block off areas
on top stair where the appliance may fall.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the appliance outside of
the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or
at temperatures outside of the specied range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of re.
• Have servicing performed by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the appliance is
maintained.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as
indicated in the instructions for use and care.
• Place the cords from other appliances out of the area to be cleaned.
• Do not operate the appliance in a room where an infant or child is sleeping.
• Do not operate the appliance in an area where there are lit candles, fragile
objects or a working heater on the oor to be cleaned. The appliance may
accidentally hit or bump into the heat resources resulting in re or risk of injury.
• Do not allow children to sit on the appliance.
WARNING: Any changes or modications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Product Disposal
This product contains an internal Lithium-ion battery pack formulated from
environmentally sensitive materials. This product must be disposed of properly
with due care for the environment.
Do not dispose of product with household garbage. Consult your local waste
authority for information regarding available recycling or disposal options.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Household use only.

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FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale, this product is warranted against defects
in material or workmanship when it is assembled, operated and maintained
according to all supplied instructions.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page:
www.vacmaster.com or call [phone].
• This warranty does not cover lters, which are expendable parts that
can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
• This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private household
purposes.
• This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Rated Voltage: 14.4VDC
Rated Power: 28W
Model: V12
Battery Charger
Model: GQ12-190060-AU
Input: 100- 240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.4A Max
Output: 19VDC, 0.6A
Battery
Type: 14.4V rechargeable Lithium-Ion 2500mAh
WARRANTY
TECHNICAL DATA

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM
Included in the Box:
Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Charging Adapter
Use & Care Guide
Cleaning Tool
High Efciency
Filter (x2)
Quick Start Guide
Side Brush (x2 sets)
Dust Bin Charging Dock Remote Control
with 2 AAA Batteries

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About Your Robot Vacuum
Front Robot
Back Robot
Front Bumper
Quick Start
Power Button
Charging Contacts
Front Swivel Wheel
Battery Cover
Brushroll Cover
Dust Bin Release
Button
Power Indicator Light
Docking Indicator Light
Anti-Drop Cliff
Sensors
Side Brushes
Brushroll
Dust Bin & Filter
Drive Wheels

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Charging Dock
Remote Control
Dust Bin & Filter
High Efciency Filter
Start Cleaning Session
Start / Pause Cleaning Session
Schedule Cleaning Session
Filter Basket
Dust Bin Door
Charging Dock Indicator
DC Socket
Charging Pins
Return Robot to Charging Dock
Clock Set-Up
Control Cleaning Direction Manually
Screen Display
Select Cleaning Mode:Spot Cleaning
Mode,Single Room Cleaning Mode,
Edge Cleaning Mode
Filter Door

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NOTE: Install 2 AAA batteries before using the remote control for the rst time.
Make sure the positive and negative ends are facing the correct polarity direction
as marked in the battery compartment.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Available online at www.vacmaster.com or call [phone].
Item Part No.
High Efciency Filter 611002101
Filter Basket 611002102
Side Brushes (L/R) 611002106 / 611002107
Remote Control 611002108
Cleaning Tool 611002103
Brushroll 611002105
Brushroll Cover 611002109
Front Swivel Wheel 611002110
Charging Dock 611002119
Charging Adapter 611002112
Battery 611002120
Dust Bin 611002111
Boundary Strip
(not included, but available on Vacmaster.com) 611002130

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2. Fold tasseled edges of area rugs underneath to prevent these from getting
entangled or trapped. Your robot may have trouble with dark colored rugs.
Block off areas as necessary.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Important Tips Before Use
1. Remove power cords and other obstructions to prevent your robot from getting
entangled or trapped. You can use cable ties to organize your wires and power
cords.
3. To prevent your robot from becoming stuck, use furniture rises for spaces
lower than 3.15 inches (80mm). If necessary, place a physical barrier to block
off the problem areas.

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4. Prevent your robot from vacuuming wet areas as this could damage your
vacuum.
5. Remove any objects less than 0.6 inches (15mm) in height as robot may climb
over.
6. Anti-drop cliff sensors prevent the robot from tumbling down stairs and
steep drops. Your robot may have trouble if the sensors are dirty or if used
on reective / dark colored oors. If necessary, place a physical barrier or
boundary strip (sold separately) to block off.

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7. Use Boundary Strips (Sold Separately)
The boundary strips allow you to keep your robot from entering an area or picking
up an item that the robot should not clean. The robot will recognize the boundary
strips and will not cross into the blocked-off area. See page 27 for installation
instructions.
NOTE: Place physical barriers or boundary strips (sold separately) in front of
replaces and areas that you do not want the robot to enter. To order boundary
strips, please visit www.vacmaster.com or call us at [phone].
Installation Instructions
1. Remove Protection
Before using robot, remove the protective covers on the robot and charging
dock.
2. Set-Up the Charging Dock
Your charging dock should be on a level, hard surface against the wall in a
central location that can easily be accessed by your robot vacuum. Remove
any objects that are closer than 5ft (1.5m) from the front and 3ft (1m) from
either side of the dock.
5ft/1.5m
3ft/1m 3ft/1m

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4. Install Side Brushes
3. Connect the Charging Adapter
Plug the charging adapter into a wall outlet and plug the connector into the
socket on the side of the charging dock. When the charging dock connects to
a power supply, the LED indicator on the charging dock will ash. The charging
dock must be plugged in at all times for the robot to nd the dock.
Your Vacmaster®robot comes with two side brushes that need to be installed
on the bottom of the vacuum. Each side brush is installed on a specic side of
the robot and indicated with an L or R on the front of the side brush. Match up
the letter on the side brush with the letter on the back of the robot. To install,
simply push side brush onto the square peg.
5. Charge the Robot
Your Vacmaster®robot has a pre-installed rechargeable battery, which must
be charged before using. There are two options for charging, which include
manually placing robot on the charging dock or by pressing the button on
the remote control.

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Option 1 – Manually Connect Robot to Charging Dock
Align the charging pins on the bottom of the robot with the charging pins on
the dock. When the robot is successfully connected to the charging dock, an
audible tone will activate. The docking indicator light on the robot will ash to
indicate the robot is charging. Once charging is completed, the indicator light
will illuminate steadily. Charging time is approximately 5 hours.
CAUTION: When manually charging your robot, keep the robot 1cm away
from the back of the charging dock. Make sure the charging pins of the robot
are well connected to the charging pins of the charging dock. Ensure that
there is nothing obstructing the connections which may prevent charging.
1cm
CAUTION: In order to ensure the battery life of the robot, do not remove
the charging adapter before the robot is fully charged.

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CAUTION: Use only original adapter for charging to avoid damages to
vacuum cleaner.
CAUTION:To optimize the battery longevity, charge the vacuum cleaner
for at least 5 hours before using for the rst time. Never charge the batteries
in temperatures above 104°F (40°C) or below 39.2°F (4°C). It is normal for
the charger to become warm when charging. It is recommended to store the
robot between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).
NOTE:To preserve the battery’s longevity, recharge at least once every 3 months.
Option 2 – Remote Control Charging
Press on the remote control to return the robot to the charging dock.
During the cleaning process, the robot can sense when battery power is
low and automatically converts to recharging mode to start its return to the
charging dock.

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CAUTION: Operate robot at room temperature between 39.2°F (4°C) and
104°F (40°C) in order to ensure its safety and normal function. Make sure
the dust bin is installed before use.
NOTE: The robot will return to the charging dock automatically when the battery
level becomes low or when the robot nishes cleaning.
NOTE: If the robot stops working for more than ten minutes, it automatically
enters the sleep mode (all the lights on the robot will turn off). Press on the
robot or any key on the remote control to wake up robot.
NOTE: The suction control feature only works in Smart Cleaning Mode.
Select a Cleaning Mode (If Desired)
Your advanced robot has the capability of operating in 5 different modes to satisfy
all your cleaning needs.
1. Smart Cleaning Mode
Press on the robot or on the remote control to start cleaning in Smart
Cleaning Mode.
Press again on the remote control to adjust the suction power level among
3 suction modes: Standard Mode, Max Power Mode and Quiet Mode. Max
Power Mode is ideal for cleaning thicker carpets and hard-to-sweep messes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
General Operating Instructions
· Turn On Robot
Wake up robot by pressing on the robot. The power indicator light will
illuminate. To start the robot vacuum, either press the button again, or
press the / button on the remote control.
· Pause or Stop a Cleaning Session
Press on the robot or on the remote control to pause a cleaning
session. If you want the robot to return to the charging dock, press on the
remote control.
· Power Off Robot
Pause the robot and press on the robot for three seconds to turn off the
robot.

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Suction Control Button
2. Spot Cleaning Mode
Press on the robot or on the remote control to start cleaning in Smart
Cleaning Mode. Then press the button one time on the remote control to
start the robot in Spot Cleaning Mode. The Spot Cleaning icon will display on
the remote control screen.
Spot cleaning is designed to clean a specic area with a spiral movement in a
radius of 3ft (1m) and should be used to clean a concentrated area of dust or
debris.
3. Single Room Cleaning Mode
Press on the robot or on the remote control to start cleaning in Smart
Cleaning Mode. Then press the button twice on the remote control to start
the robot in Single Room Cleaning Mode. The Room Cleaning icon will display
on the remote control screen. The robot will operate in Max Power Mode and
also vacuum the edges before nishing the cleaning session.
Make sure to conne the robot to the room by closing the door or creating a
physical barrier. The robot will automatically return to the start location once
nished.
Spot Cleaning Icon

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Edge Cleaning Icon
Single Room
Cleaning Icon
4. Edge Cleaning Mode
Press on the robot or on the remote control to start cleaning in Smart
Cleaning Mode. Then press the button three times on the remote control to
start the robot in Edge Cleaning Mode. The Edge Cleaning icon will display on
the remote control screen.
This intelligent robot automatically reduces its moving speed once it detects a
wall and then cleans along the wall to ensure the edge is cleaned thoroughly.
The robot will return to the charging dock once nished.
5. Manual Cleaning
You can direct the robot to clean a particular area by using the directional
buttons on the remote control. Start the robot in Smart Cleaning Mode and
then use the directional arrows on the remote control to adjust the cleaning
path of the vacuum cleaner as necessary.

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Move backward
Turn left
Turn right
Move forward
Set Up Clock
1. Insert the included 2 AAA batteries into the remote control.
2. Press on the remote control. The time will blink on
the display screen.
3. Use the directional arrows on the remote to set the
“hour” and “minute”.
The remote uses a 24 hour clock. Reference the chart
below when setting the clock and scheduling cleaning
sessions.
4. Press to save the clock setting.
Clock
Set-Up