Braava ™ Floor Mopping Robot 300 Series Owner’s Manual global.irobot.
Welcome Dear iRobot® Braava™ Owner, Welcome to the world of iRobot. As an owner of the iRobot Braava Floor Mopping Robot, you join a growing group of people around the globe who, like you, are discovering an easier way to mop their floors. The use of practical robots that help you in and around your home is a new reality. We encourage you to share your feedback as we continue to develop new and groundbreaking robots.
Table of Contents Safety Instructions............................................................ 4 Braava Overview.............................................................. 6 Buttons and Lights........................................................... 8 Battery and Charging....................................................... 10 Sweep and Mop Modes................................................... 12 How Braava Cleans..........................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY CAUTION: Do not expose the electronics of Braava, its battery or the adapter. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. To avoid the risk of injury or damage, these basic precautions should always be followed: • Read all safety and operating instructions before using Braava.
• Make sure the cleaning cloth does not drape into the middle channel between the gripping strips as this could impede sensor functions and safe operation. See page 18 for further detail. • When mopping, do not use Braava in areas where wetness can damage unfinished or unsealed floors or delicate carpeting or rugs. • Operate at room temperature. Do not expose Braava or its batteries to freezing or extreme heat.
Braava Overview Braava Control Buttons NorthStar® Navigation Sensor Navigation System Indicator Bumper Handle Cube on/off button (on back corner) Removable Cleaning Pad NorthStar® Navigation Cube Battery Charging Port Floor Transition Sensors Wheel Guards Charging Adapter Turbo Charge Cradle (380t) 6 Braava 300 Series Owner’s Manual
Multi-Purpose Cleaning Pad For dry sweeping or wet mopping, disposable or reusable microfiber cloths. Cloth Gripping Strips Middle Channel for Floor Transition Sensors Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad (Ships with Select Models) For wet mopping with the blue Pro-Clean microfiber cleaning cloth. Fill Cap Reservoir Wick global.irobot.
Buttons and Lights Power Button Press once to turn Braava on. Hold for 2 seconds to turn Braava off. Blue solid light: Power on Red blinking light: Battery starting to get low Red solid light: Low battery (needs to be recharged) Sweep Button For use with dry cloths. Press once to start cleaning.* Press while cleaning to pause. Blue solid light: Sweep mode activated Blue blinking light: Sweep mode paused Mop Button For use with wet cloths. Press once to start cleaning.* Press while cleaning to pause.
4 4 Navigation System Indicators NorthStar Connection Blue blinking light (1): Establishing connection Blue solid light (1 to 3): Locked onto NorthStar Cube The number of lights indicates the strength of Braava’s connection to the navigation system, with 3 being strongest. If there are no lights, Braava does not detect a NorthStar signal.
Battery and Charging Mode Braava 320 Braava 380t Run Time Sweep up to 3 hrs up to 4 hrs Mop 2 hrs 2.5 hrs Charge Time N/A 10 hrs 2 hrs Charging • Stand Braava on its end to access the charging port. • Plug the adapter into a standard electrical outlet and into Braava’s charging port. • Charge Braava until a solid blue light appears on the power button*. • It may take Braava a few charging cycles to reach its full capacity.
Turbo Charge Cradle (Compatible only with Braava 380) • Plug the adapter into a standard electrical outlet and plug the other e nd of the cord into the power jack on the Cradle. • One blue light will appear on the front of the Cradle. • Place Braava on the Cradle to charge. • Charge Braava for approximately 2 hours or until a solid blue light appears on Braava’s power button. • Remove Braava from the Cradle before applying cleaning cloths or the Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad.
Sweep and Mop Modes Braava sweeps and mops hard surface floors using readily available dry and wet cleaning cloths or the included reusable microfiber cloths. Braava is not a vacuum and is not intended for use on carpets. Sweep Mode Sweep mode is intended for cleaning with a dry cloth. In Sweep mode, Braava moves ahead in a straight line when it begins cleaning, then cleans back and forth in parallel lines. It is ideal for picking up dust, dirt and hair to maintain clean, grit-free floors every day.
Cleaning Cloths Disposable Cloths For use only with the Multi-Purpose Cleaning Pad. • Braava is compatible with most disposable dry and pre-moistened cleaning cloths such as Swiffer® brand and store brands like Target®. • Always follow the use and care instructions included with any dry or wet cleaning cloths to care for your floors. • Please note that Braava is not compatible with Swiffer® WetJet® Refills. Microfiber Cloths Braava’s specially designed microfiber cloths can be rewashed and reused.
How Braava Cleans Braava intelligently cleans your floor by mapping the room as it cleans. Cleaning Cycle • Braava cleans your home in sections, first cleaning areas to its right and later returning to areas to its left. • When the open areas in each section are complete, Braava cleans along edges of furniture and walls before moving on. • When finished, Braava returns to where it started and parks itself. Cleaning Pattern • In open areas, Braava methodically cleans back and forth across your floor.
Quick Clean Mode • Cleans 30% faster by focusing cleaning on open areas. • Activate by holding the Sweep or Mop button for 3 seconds. • You will hear a single beep followed by the “start cleaning” song. • Braava typically cleans the same total area as the standard detailed cleaning mode, but will skip detailed cleaning around furniture and some walls to save time. Pause / Resume raava will automatically pause if you pick it up or press any button B while cleaning.
NorthStar Navigation ® The NorthStar Navigation Cube acts as a beacon, emitting a signal that guides Braava’s cleaning. Connecting to the NorthStar Navigation Cube • O nce Braava starts cleaning, it tries to establish a connection to the NorthStar Navigation Cube, indicated by one flashing blue light on the Navigation System Indicator. Once Braava has locked onto the Cube, Braava’s lights turn solid blue. • T he Navigation System Indicator also indicates Braava’s range.
Setting Up NorthStar Navigation Cubes Using Braava with one Cube • Place the Cube near the center of the area you want to clean and start Braava nearby. • Braava will clean the area around the Cube, and may extend into other rooms based on the cleaning mode and how far the NorthStar signal reaches. • If you have a choice of rooms, place the Cube in a larger room to maximize NorthStar coverage. • Once Braava has completed its run, you can move the Cube to clean a different part of your home.
Operating Braava Put On a Cleaning Cloth 1. Set Braava on its end and remove the cleaning pad. 2. Attach a dry or wet cloth to the Multi-Purpose cleaning pad. Lay the removable pad on an open cleaning cloth. Attach cloth by tucking it into the gripping strips on both sides. See the following page for the Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad. 3. Re-attach the cleaning pad. Magnets will help it snap back into place.
Using the Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad (Sold separately for Braava 320) The Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad dispenses liquid as Braava mops to keep the cleaning cloth wet longer. Fill the reservoir 1. pen the fill cap by pulling and swiveling it O to the side. 2. Fill reservoir with water and replace fill cap, pressing it in securely so it does not leak. 3. ill the reservoir over a sink as a small F amount of fluid can leak out when the fill cap is closed. 4.
Place the NorthStar ® Cube 1. Press the button on the back corner of the NorthStar Navigation Cube to turn it on. A blue light will flash on the opposite corner when turned on, and then go solid when Braava locks onto it. I f you forget to turn the Cube on, Braava w ill send a signal to try to turn it on. If Braava is successful, the blue flashing light will appear on the Cube. 2.
Start Cleaning Place Braava on the floor within 6-8 feet of the NorthStar Navigation Cube, facing toward the Cube. 1. Turn Braava on using the power button. The button will light up blue when the cleaner is on. 2. To start cleaning with a DRY CLOTH just press the Sweep button. 3. To start cleaning with a WET CLOTH just press the Mop button. 1 2 3 • One blue light will start blinking on the Navigation System Indicator if Braava detects a signal from the Cube.
Maintenance To keep your Braava in the best working condition, follow these maintenance steps. Cleaning and Storing • Use a dry cloth to wipe dust or dirt from Braava’s exterior. Do not rinse or submerge in water. • Use a damp cloth to wipe off dust and dirt on tires. Make sure that Braava is not plugged in and that the cloth is not dripping. • Place Braava on its end (handle side down) when charging or storing between uses. • For long term storage remove C batteries from the NorthStar Cube.
Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad (Sold separately for Braava 320) • Hand rinse with water in the sink to clean. Do not put the reservoir pad in the dishwasher. Do not wash with soap. • Let dry completely before re-attaching to Braava after cleaning is complete. • The wick is designed for repeated use and includes antimicrobial material. Do not remove the wick cap between cleanings. • If the wick cap becomes dirty or shows wear, it can be replaced. • Remove the wick cap by pulling on the side rubber tab.
Trouble Shooting Visit global.irobot.com for additional tips and trouble shooting. Navigation System Indicators (NSI) Error Indicators on the Navigation System Indicator (NSI) while cleaning Problem: Likely Cause What To Do Solid red light on the middle NSI. System error • Press and hold the power button to turn Braava off. • Vigorously rotate both wheels for 15 seconds. • Place Braava on floor and power it on. Make sure a dry cleaning cloth has been applied. • If red light is gone, press Sweep.
NorthStar® Navigation Cube Troubleshooting Problem: Likely Cause What To Do Braava is not connecting to the Cube. Cube and robot position Turn on the Cube and place it on a raised surface. Point the blue light toward an open area of the room. Place Braava on the floor 6 to 8 feet away from the Cube, facing toward the Cube. Turn Braava on. With a dry cloth on Braava, press the Sweep button. Braava should drive toward the Cube and connect with the Cube within 30 seconds.
General Troubleshooting Problem: Likely Cause What To Do Braava Cleans only a small area. Cube not being used Make sure the Cube is turned on and placed in the area you want to clean. Check the position of the Cube for interference such as: • Cabinets, shelves or ceiling fans above the Cube. • Very high, uneven or black ceilings above the Cube. • Plasma or LCD televisions within 5 feet of Cube. Cleaning cloth application Remove and reapply cleaning cloth.
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