iRobot H1 Owner's manual

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Owner’s Guide

Handheld Vacuum H1

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been

given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for

their safety.

Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

Battery recycling

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This owner's guide includes information for Regulatory Model(s): HVA-N1

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may results in electric shock, ﬁre and/or serious

injury; including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, or injury, read and follow the safety

precautions.

GENERAL

WARNING

• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary

when used by or near children, pets or plants.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s

recommended attachments.

• Do not use with damaged charger. If appliance is not working as

it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped

into water, return it to a service center.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the charger,

not the cord.

• Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger

terminals with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening

blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce

air ﬂow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers, and all parts of body away from

openings and moving parts.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up ﬂammable or combustible liquids, such as

gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not use without ﬁlter.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure switch is in the o-position

before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the

appliance. Carrying the appliance with your ﬁnger on the switch

or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

• Always switch o the appliance before cleaning, when not in use

or attempting any maintenance task. The charger must only be

connected to an AC power supply at the voltage shown on the

rating label. This cleaner should only be used for its intended

purpose as described in this instruction manual. Never operate the

vacuum cleaner without ﬁlters.

• Brush may start unexpectedly, switch o the unit and remove the

battery pack before cleaning or servicing.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door

on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run

appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Always turn o this appliance before connecting or disconnecting

motorized nozzle.

• Do not charge the unit outdoors.

• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The

batteries can explode in a ﬁre.

• Have servicing performed by a qualiﬁed repair person using only

identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the

product is maintained.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery

pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE:

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in property damage.

BATTERY

WARNING

• Recharge only with the charger speciﬁed by the manufacturer

(charger model YLS0241A-T260060). A charger that is suitable

for one type of battery pack may create a risk of ﬁre when used

with another battery pack.

• Use appliances only with battery pack Regulatory Model Number

ABL-E1. Use of any other battery pack may create a risk of injury

or ﬁre.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal

objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small

metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to

another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns

or a ﬁre.

• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery;

avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ﬂush with water.

If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid

ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged

or modiﬁed. Damaged or modiﬁed batteries may exhibit

unpredictable behavior resulting in ﬁre, explosion or risk of injury.

• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to ﬁre or excessive

temperature. Exposure to ﬁre or temperature above 130°C may

cause explosion.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery

pack or appliance outside of the temperature ranges speciﬁed

below. Do not use or store the system outside the temperature

ranges speciﬁed below.

Recommended ambient temperature range for charging the

system: 0°C to 40°C, 32°F to 104°F

Recommended ambient temperature range for operating the

system: 0°C to 40°C, 32°F to 104°F

Recommended ambient temperature range for storing the

system: -20°C to 40°C, -4°F to 104°F

• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance.

Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the

appliance accidentally.

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About Your Handheld Vacuum

Bottom ViewSide View

LED Light

Charging Port

Trigger

Power Selector

Exhaust Filter

Continuous Cleaning

Switch

Bin Empty Button

Dust Bin

Cyclone Separator

& Dust Bin Filter

Bin Release Button

Battery Release

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Charging

• Insert the charger into the charging port of your handheld vacuum.

The LED light will ﬂash blue when charging. Once fully charged, the

LED light will turn o.

• The LED light will ﬂash red when your handheld vacuum is low

on battery.

• It is recommended to charge your vacuum after each use to

maintain maximum performance.

Your handheld vacuum can be wall-mounted using the wall mount

bracket, drywall anchors, and screws provided.

When selecting a location, ensure there are no utility/service lines

(electrical wiring, water supply, gas supply, air, etc.) located directly

behind the mounting location. Mount the bracket in accordance with

all applicable codes and requirements. The use of personal protective

equipment, such as safety glasses and gloves, is recommended.

Storage

Using Your Handheld Vacuum

Using the wall mount bracket as a template, mark the location of

the screw holes.

Using a 5/16 inch (8mm) drill bit, drill two pilot holes and insert the

drywall anchors into the pilot holes.

Install the screws and bracket until

the wall mount is held ﬁrmly in

place. Do not over tighten.

Note: The vacuum requires up to 4 hours to be fully charged.

Note: As a safety precaution, the vacuum cannot be switched on

while charging.

Caution: Do not mount the bracket at a height greater than 3 feet (1 meter)

from the ﬂoor.

Note: If mounting directly onto a wall stud, it is not necessary to install the

drywall anchors. Use the screws to secure the bracket onto the wall stud.

Note: For household indoor use only.

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• Your vacuum can be operated without the need to continuously hold

down the trigger. To enable continuous cleaning, press the continuous

cleaning switch until it clicks into place.

• To disable continuous cleaning, push the switch in the opposite direction

until it clicks into place.

Note: After each use, please ensure that the continuous cleaning switch is

disabled. Failure to do so may cause battery failure.

Your vacuum has two power modes -

High Power & Low Power. The vacuum

will begin in High Power. To select

Low Power press the power selector.

Pressing the power selector a second

time will return the vacuum to High

Power.

To start cleaning, hold down on

the trigger to start the vacuum.

Cleaning

Continuous Cleaning

Power Selector

Handheld Vacuum H1 Owner’s Guide 4

Attachments

2 tools in 1 for cleaning multiple surfaces without changing attachments.

Ideal for cleaning in between hard to reach places.Ideal for picking up pet hair from furniture & upholstery.

Safety Precautions:

1. Keep hair, hands and feet away from the rotating brush while the

motorized brush is running.

2. Do not run the motorized brush over electric cables and string.

3. Do not use the motorized brush on pets.

4. If children are present, make sure to turn the vacuum o when leaving

the motorized brush unit unattended.

5. Do not attempt to service or unclog the motorized brush while the

vacuum is running.

Combination Tool

Crevice ToolUpholstery Tool

Note: As a safety feature, the upholstery tool will not switch on when it

is inserted into the vacuum during operation.

Caution: To reduce the risk of personal injury, always switch o the vacuum

before changing accessories.

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Fault Problem Solution

Reduced suction

- The dust bin is full

- The dust bin ﬁlter is blocked

- The air way is blocked

- Empty the dust bin

- Clean or replace the dust bin ﬁlter

- Check and clear the air way for any blockages

The LED light ﬂashes red and blue during charging

- The battery is not placed in the vacuum while

charging

- Insert battery into vacuum and charge. If issue

persists, please contact Customer Care

Insucient run time after charging

- Insucient charging time

- Normal discharge reduction in battery

- Fully charge the battery according to the instruction

described in the owner’s guide

- Purchase new battery

The LED light does not turn on while charging - The vacuum is connected to a wrong charger

- Only use the charger originally provided

with your handheld vacuum (charger model

YLS0241A-T260060)

The LED light ﬂashes red during operation

- Suction air way is blocked

- Battery power is low

- Check and clear all debris in the suction air way of

the vacuum. If the upholstery tool is attached, check

and clear the roller. If issue persists, please contact

Customer Care.

- Fully charge the battery before operation

Troubleshooting

If you need further support, please contact our Customer Care Team.

Handheld Vacuum H1 Owner’s Guide 6

Emptying the Bin

Cleaning the Bin

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance Instructions

To keep your vacuum running at peak performance, perform the

procedures on the following pages.

Part Care Frequency Replacement Frequency*

Bin

Empty bin after each use

or when dust reaches

“MAX” ﬁll line

Dust Bin Filter Clean after heavy use

Every 3 months

Exhaust Filter Clean after heavy use Every 6 months

Press the bin empty button

to open and empty the

dust bin.

Wipe the dust bin with a

clean, damp cloth. Do not

use the vacuum until after it

is completely dry.

Close the dust bin lid after

emptying.

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Cleaning the Dust Bin Filter

Gently pull the ﬁlter to remove

it from the vacuum.

Use cold water when cleaning the

ﬁlter. Insert the ﬁlter back into the

vacuum after it is completely dry.

Important: Always remove the battery from the vacuum before

performing any maintenance.

Note: If you think you need a replacement part, please visit

global.irobot.com. If you need additional assistance, please

contact iRobot Customer Care.

*Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if visible

wear appears.

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Turn the cyclone separator to unlock and

remove it from the dust bin.

Press the bin empty button to access

the cyclone separator.

Use cold water

when cleaning the

cyclone separator.

Insert the cyclone

separator back into

the vacuum after it

is completely dry.

Remove the exhaust ﬁlter by pressing

down on the buttons on both ends

and pulling out.

Cleaning the Exhaust FilterCleaning the Cyclone Separator

Wash the ﬁlter under cold water.

Reinsert the ﬁlter back into the vacuum

once it is completely dry.

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USA & Canada

If you have questions or comments about your handheld vacuum,

please contact iRobot.

You can start by visiting global.irobot.com for support tips, frequently

asked questions and information about accessories. If you need

further assistance, call our Customer Care team at (877) 855-8593.

iRobot USA Customer Care Hours

• Monday to Friday, 9AM – 9PM Eastern Time

• Saturday and Sunday 9AM – 6PM Eastern Time

Outside USA & Canada

Visit global.irobot.com to:

• Learn more about iRobot in your country

• Get hints and tips to improve your handheld vacuum’s performance

• Get answers to questions

• Contact your local support center

iRobot Customer Care Regulatory Information

FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

iRobot Corporation Handheld Vacuum Model: HVA-N1

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

iRobot Corporation, 8 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA 01730.

http://global.irobot.com

For battery recycling go to call2recycle.org;

or call 1-800-822-8837

iRobot is a registered trademark of iRobot Corporation.

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