iRobot Roomba 500 Series - Manual (Page 25)

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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF ROOMBA, ITS BATTERY
OR THE CHARGER. THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CHARGE USING
STANDARD U.S. (120V AC) OUTLET ONLY.
Always exercise caution when operating your Roomba. To reduce the risk of
injury or damage, keep these safety precautions in mind when setting up,
using and maintaining your Roomba:
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating Roomba.
• Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings on Roomba, battery, charger and in owner’s manual.
• Follow all operating and use instructions.
• Refer all non-routine servicing to iRobot.
ROOMBA USE RESTRICTIONS
• Roomba is for indoor use only.
• Roomba is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Small children and pets should be
supervised when Roomba is cleaning.
• Clean with a dry cloth only. Do not pour or spray water onto Roomba.
• Do not use this device to pick up anything that is burning or smoking.
• Do not use this device to pick up spills of bleach, paint, or other chemicals, or anything wet.
• Before using this device, pick up objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or
curtains, power cords, and any fragile objects. If the device passes over a power cord and
drags it, there is a chance an object could tumble off a table or shelf.
• If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical barrier should be used to prevent
access to the balcony and ensure safe operation.
• Always remove the battery before long-term storage or transportation.
ROOMBA BATTERY AND CHARGING
• Charge using a standard U.S. (120V AC) outlet only. Product may not be used with any type of
power converter. Use of other power converters will immediately void the warranty.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to charge this device.
• Do not use a charger with a damaged cord or plug.
• Charge indoors only.
• Roomba’s power supply may be protected with a surge protector in the event of severe
electrical storms.
• Never handle chargers with wet hands.
• Always disconnect Roomba from the charger before cleaning.