How to Change Roomba Home Base Location
The Roomba robot vacuum has revolutionized the way we clean our homes. With its intelligent navigation system, it effortlessly cleans every corner of your house. However, there may be situations where you need to change the location of your Roomba home base. Whether you’ve moved to a new house or simply want to place it in a more convenient spot, changing the Roomba home base location is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
1. Turn off the Roomba: Ensure that your Roomba is turned off and unplugged from the power source.
2. Pick up the home base: Lift the home base from its current location and place it aside.
3. Find a new location: Look for a suitable new location for your home base. It should be a flat surface with enough clearance for the Roomba to dock and undock easily.
4. Clean the new location: Before placing the home base, clean the new location to ensure that there are no obstacles or debris that could interfere with the Roomba’s docking process.
5. Plug in the home base: Once you’ve found the perfect spot, plug in the home base to the power source. Make sure the power adapter is securely connected.
6. Turn on the Roomba: Turn on your Roomba robot vacuum. It will emit a tone and the battery indicator light will pulse to indicate that it is ready to be docked.
7. Dock the Roomba: Place the Roomba in front of the home base, ensuring that the metal charging contacts on the Roomba’s underside align with the charging contacts on the home base. The Roomba will automatically dock and start charging.
8. Test the connection: After docking, check if the Roomba is successfully connected to the home base. The battery indicator light will stop pulsing and remain solid once the connection is established.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. Can I change the Roomba home base location frequently?
Yes, you can change the Roomba home base location as often as you like. Just follow the steps mentioned above.
2. Do I need to reset the Roomba after changing the home base location?
No, there is no need to reset the Roomba after changing the home base location. It will automatically adjust to the new location.
3. Can I place the home base on a carpeted surface?
Yes, you can place the home base on a carpeted surface. However, ensure that the carpet is not too thick, as it may interfere with the docking process.
4. What happens if I place the home base too close to a wall?
If the home base is placed too close to a wall, the Roomba may have difficulty docking. Leave some clearance space to ensure smooth docking.
5. Can I use an extension cord for the home base?
Yes, you can use an extension cord for the home base. Ensure that the extension cord is compatible with the Roomba’s power adapter.
6. Can I change the home base location while the Roomba is cleaning?
It is recommended to change the home base location when the Roomba is turned off and not cleaning.
7. Does changing the home base location affect the Roomba’s cleaning performance?
No, changing the home base location does not affect the Roomba’s cleaning performance. It will continue to clean as efficiently as before.
8. Can I place the home base on a higher surface?
No, the home base should be placed on a flat surface at ground level. Placing it on a higher surface may hinder the Roomba’s ability to dock.
9. Can I use the Roomba without a home base?
Yes, you can use the Roomba without a home base. However, it will not be able to automatically dock and charge itself.
10. Can I change the home base location using the Roomba app?
Yes, you can change the home base location using the Roomba app. The app provides an option to update the home base location.
11. How far can I place the home base from the Roomba?
The home base should be placed within a reasonable distance from the Roomba. The recommended maximum distance is around 6 feet (1.8 meters).
