OWNER’S MANUAL HOM-BOT Before using, please carefully read the Safety Precautions pages to allow for safe operation of the product. After reading the operation manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location. VR59**L VR59**L* MFL67086052 www.lg.
FEATURES Images of the floor are obtained from the sensors of the lower camera, and through this, the location of HOM-BOT will be confirmed,therefore, elaborate cleaning can be accomplished for every part of the room. Camera sensor As the height of the HOM-BOT is low (90mm), even the underside of a framed bed or furniture can be cleaned. As the noise levels are at a quiet 60dB, cleaning can be performed at night.
CONTENTS 1 4 BEFORE USING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1~4 Safety Precautions 26~28 Troubleshooting 5 Included with Product 29 6~7 Parts Descriptions 8~9 Button Functions 10 Display Status Information 11 Before You Start 12 Overview 2 HOW TO USE 13 How to Install the Home Station 14 How to Turn the Power Supply On and Off.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The purpose of the safety precautions described below is for the user to use the product safely and correctly to prevent any unexpected risk or damage. Basic safety precautions After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For your safety, do not remove the battery from the HOM-BOT. If you need to replace the battery or the HOM-BOT, take it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service center or dealer for assistance. Failure to follow this warning can cause fire or product failure. Never use the HOM-BOT with a battery and/or home station from any other product than the HOM-BOT. Doing so can cause fire or product failure.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not spray or suck in inflammable materials, surfactants, or drinking water in the vicinity of the HOM-BOT. Doing so can cause fire or product failure. * Inflammable materials: gasoline, thinner, etc. * Surfactant: detergent, articles for bath, etc. Turn the power supply off immediately if any abnormal sound, odor, or smoke is generated from the HOM-BOT. Failure to do so can cause fire or product failure.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION In rare cases, the HOM-BOT brush can damage the carpet. If this happens, immediately stop the cleaning operation. When a carpet has long tassels, the tassels can be damaged. Tip Do not allow the HOM-BOT to suc tion up liquids, blades, thumb tacks, kindling, etc. These items can cause product failure. Do not let the main frame and charging terminal of the home station come into contact with metallic objects.
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PARTS DESCRIPTION Top view Dust bin cover button Dust bin cover Status indication lamp Detecting sensor of home station & receiving sensor of remote controller Front view Ultrasonic sensor Rear view Ventilation port Bottom view Cliff detection sensor Charging terminal Brush Side brush Wheel Lower camera sensor Battery Power switch Figures can be different from actual objects.
PART DESCRIPTION – HOME STATION / DUST BIN Home station Power lamp Charging terminal Reset button Power cord fixing groove Dust bin Dust bin handle Dust bin cover Suction port cover Dust bin cover opening button ᶀ Figures can be different from actual objects.
BUTTON FUNCTIONS Pres Pres s r START/STOP START/ST START/ST HOM-BOT /o HOM-BOT on e START/ST ress s e Pres START/ST o HOM-BOT.
BUTTON FUNCTIONS – REMOTE CONTROL Start Charging The HOM-BOT will start cleaning The HOM-BOT will move to the home station for charging. Directional button The HOM-BOT will move as desired by the user: to front, rear, left, and right sides for cleaning. Spot Stop If the HOM-BOT is in operation it will be stopped. If it has been set for timer cleaning, the reservation will be canceled. Timer Cleaning will concentrate within a space of about 1 m (3.28 ft).
DISPLAY STATUS INFORMATION Battery and reserved time indication w a e w ese va f evel f e own. e own. Timer icon se ca es . e Battery icon es sa a e e c e e cle Tip T canc se HOM-BOT.
BEFORE YOU START Check these items before cleaning ţ %P Oot use this device in a room where a child is left alone. The child could be injured. ţ Remove fragile or unnecessary objects from the room to be cleaned. Especially, remove expensive ceramics and valuables from the floor. ţ Remove any moisture that might be on the floor. ţ Remove cables, strips, towels, socks, etc. from the floor so they will not get caught by the brush. ţ Confirm whether battery charge is sufficient, and if it is low, recharge it.
OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 Install the home station. (page 13) Insert the power cord plug into an outlet and locate the station against a wall. If power is not supplied to the home station, the HOM-BOT will not charge. 1.5m 1.5m 2m Turn on the power supply of the HOM-BOT. (page 14) Turn on the power switch located on the bottom of the Roboking and press the upper START/STOP button to turn on the power supply. * If the power supply is not turned on, refer to page 14. Start cleaning.
HOW TO INSTALL THE HOME STATION How to Install the Home Station 1. Position the home station against a wall, to prevent sliding during docking, on hard level flooring. Remove objects within 1.5 m. to the right and left side and within 2m. to the front. 1.5m 2m 1.5m 2. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Wrap the power cord around the fixed hanger on the back side of the home station or along the wall surface so that the travel path of the HOM-BOT will not be obstructed. Fixing groove of power cord 3.
HOW TO TURN THE POWER SUPPLY ON AND OFF. Turning on the main power supply To turn the power supply on, turn the HOM-BOT upside down on a smooth/soft surface and check whether the main power supply switch is turned on. If the main power supply switch is turned off, turn on the switch. When turning on the power switch, do not press the button located at the upper section of the HOM-BOT. Operation of the button can be delayed.
HOW TO START AND STOP CLEANING Using the buttons on the HOM-BOT After the HOM-BOT is turned on, press the START/STOP button to begin cleaning. A melody will sound and cleaning will begin. Press the START/STOP button during the cleaning cycle to stop cleaning. When the ‘START/STOP’ button is pressed while the power supply of the HOM-BOT is turned off, the power will be turned on. Press the ‘START/STOP’ button one more time to clean.
HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY Automatic charging The HOM-BOT returns to the home station at the end of a cleaning cycle or when its battery is running low. If the HOM-BOT is unable to dock to the home station on its first at tempt, it will try again until it docks successfully. When HOM-BOT completed all areas that it can clean, it will return to the home station even when the battery level is not low.
HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY Remaining Battery Charge Indicator The remaining battery charge can be confirmed from the charge indication light, which will indicate charge as follows: During charging, the charge remaining indication light will flicker. When charging is completed at the home station, only the battery icon will illuminate to save power. The battery icon will flicker when battery charging is required.
CLEANING MODES Spatial expansion cleaning When the START button on the main unit or the remote control is pressed, HOM-BOT operates in the spatial expansion cleaning mode. The 1st stage: A maximum area of 3 m x 3 m (9.84 ft x 9.84 ft) will be cleaned. (The actual size of the area will change in accordance with the shape of the house’s interior.) The 2nd stage: The inside of the area will be cleaned in a zigzag path.
AUXILIARY CLEANING MODES Manual cleaning This method of cleaning involves manually moving the HOM-BOT by pressing the directional (arrow) buttons on the remote control. The interior space will be cleaned by the HOM-BOT as it is being moved to the front, rear, or rotated to the left and right side according to the input of the directional buttons. Spot Cleaning Use this cleaning method when concentrated cleaning of a small interior space is required.
TIMER CLEANING HOM-BOT can be scheduled to start cleaning after a certain period of time. The time can be set among 2 hours, 6 hours and 12 hours. 1. By pressing the TIMER button on the remote control or the HOM-BOT, a cleaning time can be scheduled. 2. Adjust the time by pressing the ‘TIMER’ button multiple times. Each time you press the button, it changes from 2 hours to 6 hours to 12 hours. 2 hours 6 hours 12 hours 3.
CLEANING THE DUST BIN If the dust bin is full, suction power can be weakened. Clean the dust bin before and after each cleaning session. Clean the dust bin using the following sequence: 1. Open the dust bin cover by pressing the PUSH button on the HOM-BOT. 2. Grab the handle of the dust bin and pull it upward. 3. Separate the HEPA filter and the inside sponge filter by removing the HEPA filter To clean the dust bin filter, refer to page 23. 4.
CLEANING THE DUST BIN FILTER The dust bin filters are comprised of the HEPA filter and the sponge filter. Clean the HEPA filter and the sponge filter according to the following sequence: 1. Separate the HEPA filter and the inside sponge filter by removing the HEPA filter. 2. Carefully clean any fine dust off the HEPA filter and the sponge filter with a vacuum cleaner or water. 3. After washing the HEPA filter and the sponge filter with water, place them out of direct sunlight and allow them to dry completely. 4.
CLEANING THE BRUSH The brush, located on the bottom of the HOM-BOT, helps with the suction of foreign objects. Perform the following steps to clean the brush: Lay a smooth cloth on the floor. Turn the HOM-BOT over and put the HOM-BOT on the cloth. Turn off the power switch before cleaning. Separate the cover by pressing the fixing hook and pulling upward. Wearing gloves turn the brush until the separation groove of the brush appears. Separation groove of brush Grab the brush and remove by pulling it up.
CLEANING THE SENSOR/CHARGING TERMINAL There are sensors on the HOM-BOT that can detect obstacles, stairways and the home station for charging the battery. In order to maintain the performance of the HOM-BOT, regularly clean the sensors and charging terminal as follows: 1. Lay a smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the HOM-BOT and put it on the cloth. 2. Turn off the power switch on the bottom of the HOM-BOT. Injury can be caused by the activation of the HOM-BOT during cleaning. 3.
CLEANING THE SIDE BRUSH Foreign objects/materials such as hair can easily adhere to the side brush. Remove such materials at least once a week. If excessive amounts of foreign materials are stuck to the brush, there is the risk of breakage. If the floor is rough or walls are frequently cleaned, the side brush may bend or become damaged. In this case, use the following method to straighten the side brush. 1. The following procedure is helpful in restoring deformed brushes. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the wheels”, is announced. If the unit becomes stuck or suspended and the wheels do not allow the unit to move, the voice, “Please check the wheels”, will be announced. wheel trapped in the front door, balcony, stairway, etc? Move the HOM-BOT on to the flat floor. foreign material wound around the wheel? Lay smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the HOM-BOT, and put it on the cloth. Remove foreign material by confirming the wheel.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the dust bin”, is announced When an abnormality is detected with the dust bin, the voice, “Please check the dust bin”, is announced. st bin fitted correctly? Open the dust bin cover, and if check if the dust bin is actually fitted. the unit will not operate without the dust bin. st bin cover opened, close the cover before operating the unit. When the voice, “Battery is low”, is announced.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the brush”, is announced. When the HOM-BOT detects that the brush is not functioning properly, you will hear the message “Please check the brush.” Lay a smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the HOM-BOT, and place it on the cloth. Ŗ The side brush is stuck. Remove any foreign materials such as cables, thread or hair caught in the side brush or the brush. Confirm the correct assembly of the brush by checking the separation groove of the brush.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Check the following before calling for service. Problem The HOM-BOT will not activate. Movements or travel path are abnormal. Suction power becomes weak. Solutions (Reference page) Confirm that the battery has been charged. (page 17) Carefully wipe the sensor with a smooth cloth. (page 24) Turn on the power switch off and on. Check whether there is foreign material blocking the suction port. (page 23 Empty the dust bin. (page 21) Clean the dust bin filter.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Item/model LG HOM-BOT VR59**L VR59**L* External dimension Φ360 mm X 90 mm Weight 3.2 kg Power consumption 15 W Battery (fully charging) DC 16.8 V Traveling velocity Use time (1 time charging) 350 mm/sec Charging time Main functions Approx.
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