Hoover RVC0011 manual

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    ® ENGLISH GB USER MANUAL © 2010 48003025 R OBO.COM R VC0011[...]

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    3 This robotic vacuum cleaner should only be used for domestic cleaning, as described in this User Manual. Please ensure that this User Manual is fully understood before operating the appliance. Please keep this User Manual for reference. Use only attachments or spares recommended or supplied by Hoover. WARNING : Electricity can be extremely danger[...]

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    4  Important Safety Reminders ............................................................... 3 Important Notes Before Use ............................................................... 5 The SD Memory Card ............................................................... 6    ?[...]

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    5 Stairs: The Robot uses sensors to avoid falling down steps, stairs or over an edge. In some situations its sensors can become confused. The Robot cannot detect steps that are less than 8cm in height. Steps less than 8cm may cause the robot to fall down. Use the Virtual Barrier or Border Tape* to protect your Robot from falling. [...]

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    6 The SD Memory Card stores the voice character of your Robot. The volume of the Robots voice can be controlled using the Volume dial. Take care when handling the SD Memory Card as it is small and easy to lose. It is normal for The SD Memory Card to become warm whilst working. Important:   ?[...]

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     Your new Hoover robot has the following list of features: Automatic return to Charging Station  Remote Control with mode selection and manual navigation Replace[...]

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    8 Robot Charging Station Virtual Barrier Batteries (for Virtual Barrier) Batteries (for Remote Control) Remote Control Spare Side Brushes* User Guide Agitator Pick Border Tape* and Magnetic Wand*   BORDER FOCUS AUTO INTENSIVE HOME D [...]

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    9 LCD SCREEN   Robot: Top View Robot: Bottom View SIDE BRUSHES Robot: Dust Compartment View  Dust Bin  Charging Station  ?[...]

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    10 menu  Menu button Start/Pause button Spot cleaning mode Return to Charging Station mode Demonstration cleaning mode Intensive Cleaning mode Automatic Cleaning mode Cancel Appointments Recurring Appointments mode Single Appointment mode A B C D E  G H I J K Appointment status Time Set button Selection but[...]

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    11  Charging Station Setup Before use, remove obstacles that may get in the path of the Robot. Pay attention to:    Edges of carpets or rugs that it may get caught on. ?[...]

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    12 Power On 1.  2. There will be a short musical introduction and the LCD Screen will illuminate for approximately 5 seconds. 3. Press the Start / Pause button to start the Robot. LCD Screen: Th[...]

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    13 Automatic Cleaning Mode This is the default cleaning mode for the Robot. The cycle ends when the Robot needs to charge, this mode is recommended for normal cleaning. Ro ut e: Th e R ob ot travels in a straight line until it meets an obstacle. Then it will turn to avoid the obstacle and continue. This status will end when the Robot detects low Ba[...]

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    14 Focus Cleaning Mode Ro ut e: Th e R ob ot travels from a central point, taking a spiralling route outwards for about 2 minutes. The coverage will be a round shape with a diameter of approximately 1.2m. When this status ends, the Robot will remain where it is and will not return to the Charging Station. Intensive Cleaning Mode Route: The Robot ta[...]

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    15 Setting Appointment 1 1.  2. Press and hold the Time Set button for 3 seconds. The Appointment status icon and the ?[...]

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    16 Battery Status: If the power is off, the Robot will not work at the appointed times. If you would like the Robot to keep its cleaning appointments, keep the Robot at the Charging Station. Ensure that the Charging Station is plugged in. If not, the Robot’s Battery will run out of charge and it will not be able to keep the cleaning appointments.[...]

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      Installing / Replacing Batteries Using your Remote Control When the Robot is in Standby mode, you can control it by using the Remote Control buttons:  Mode buttons: choose the cleaning modes with the 5 labelled buttons.  Cursors: drive Robot in four different directions.  Pause but[...]

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    18 Installing / Replacing Batteries  2 x D size alkaline Batteries are provided for use in the Virtual Barrier.  Do not use any other type of Batteries as they will damage the product.  Please note + and - when fitting the Batteries.  Change the Batteries when you notice the power is low.  Remove the Batteries to avoid[...]

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    19  Using your Border Tape 1.          Tape and dry with a cloth. 2. ?[...]

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    20 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Robot and Charging Station Dust Bin Cleaning 1. Turn the Robot off. 2. Press the Dust Compartment button and open the lid. 3. Rotate and pull the handle of the Dust Bin upwards. 4. Remove the dust bin from the Robot. Take care not to spill dust from the Dust Bin opening. 5.   [...]

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    21 Filter Cleaning  Agitator Cleaning Use a coin to remove the 2 screws on the Soleplate. Remove the Agitator frame.[...]

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    22 Side brush Cleaning The Side Brushes are easily worn from heavy use so you should check them regularly to monitor their condition. Hair and other debris may become trapped in the Side Brushes. Use the Agitator pick to remove debris. If the brushes fail or become caught, the LCD display will show the Trapped Brushes Warning symbol, the Charge and[...]

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    23 Replacing Side Brushes If the Side Brushes are very damaged, they will need to be replaced. Replacement Side Brushes can be obtained from your Hoover retailer or by visiting www.hoover.it Driving Wheel Cleaning Use the Agitator Pick to remove tangled hair and debris from the wheels. If the Drive Wheels becomes caught, the LCD display will show t[...]

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    24      This is accompanied by the Charge and Status Indicator light turning red an[...]

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    25            replaced together. Never mix an old Battery pack with a new Battery pack. ?[...]

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    26 The following is a list of commonly encountered problems and solutions. If one of these issues persists, or you encounter a problem not listed here, contact _______  Power is on but Robot moves backwards or in circles: Turn off the power.  Check for dust on the Edge Sensors, wipe with a clean, d[...]

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       If you encounter a problem not listed here, please contact___________. How long does the Battery charge last? What is the cleaning area of a single charge? Can the [...]

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    28 The Remote Control is not working: The Virtual Barrier is not working:           Make sure you are within this distance. ?[...]

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    29      5A, 250V. . Turn your Robot over and place it on a level surface. Remove the screw from  Remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one.   ?[...]