How do I start the first cleaning?
How to start the first cleaning with your robot.
The first cleaning with your robot
After fully charging and setting up the app (for Wi-Fi models), you can start the first cleaning.
Preparation
- Clear the floor: Remove loose items (clothing, cables, toys) from the floor.
- Open doors: Open doors to rooms that should be cleaned.
- Combo models: Decide whether you want to vacuum only or vacuum and mop simultaneously.
Start cleaning
- Via the app: Open the app and tap "Clean".
- Via the robot button: Press the CLEAN button or the power button.
What happens during cleaning?
- Your robot automatically explores and cleans your home in straight lines.
- It returns to the dock at the end of cleaning or when the battery is low.
- Dirt Detect™: Detects particularly dirty areas and cleans them more intensively.
Pause or stop
- Pause: Press CLEAN.
- Resume: Press CLEAN again.
- Stop: Hold CLEAN for 3 seconds.
- Send to dock: Press the HOME button.
Applicable models
Applies to all Roomba and Braava models.