Mint Plus Owner’s Manual Model Number 5200 www.mintcleaner.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions / PAGE 4 Mint Plus Overview Buttons and Lights / PAGE 6 / PAGE 8 Battery and Charging Sweeps and Mops How Mint Cleans / PAGE 12 / PAGE 14 NorthStar Navigation Operating Mint Maintenance / PAGE 10 / PAGE 16 / PAGE 18 / PAGE 22 Customer Support / PAGE 23 Trouble Shooting / PAGE 24 Limited Warranty / PAGE 38
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY CAUTION: DO NOT EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS OF MINT PLUS, ITS BATTERY OR THE ADAPTER. THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. To avoid the risk of injury or damage, these basic precautions should always be followed: Read all safety and operating instructions before using Mint Plus.
Before using Mint Plus, remove fragile objects from the cleaning area, including objects on furniture that can fall if the furniture is pushed or bumped. Move any power cords as well as cords for blinds and curtains out of the way to reduce the risk of objects being pulled down. Do not operate Mint Plus in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the floor. Block off access to open balconies near the cleaning area with physical barriers. Do not place anything on top of Mint Plus.
Mint Plus Overview Mint Plus Control Buttons NorthStar® Navigation Sensor Navigation System Indicator Furniture Guard Bumper Handle Cube on/off button (on back corner) Removable Cleaning Pad NorthStar® Navigation Cube Battery Charging Port Floor Transition Sensors Wheel Guards Charging Adapter PAGE 6
Multi-Purpose Cleaning Pad For dry sweeping or wet mopping, disposable or reusable microfiber cloths. Cloth Gripping Strips Middle Channel for Floor Transition Sensors Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad For wet mopping with the blue Pro-Clean microfiber cleaning cloth.
Buttons and Lights Power Button Press once to turn Mint Plus on. Hold for 2 seconds to turn Mint Plus off. Blue solid light: Power on Red blinking light: Battery starting to get low Red solid light: Low battery (needs to be recharged) Sweep Button For use with dry cloths. Press once to start cleaning.* Press while cleaning to pause. Blue solid light: Sweep mode activated Blue blinking light: Sweep mode paused Mop Button For use with wet cloths. Press once to start cleaning.
4 4 Navigation System Indicators NorthStar Connection Blue blinking light (1): Establishing connection Blue solid light (1 to 3): Locked onto NorthStar Cube The number of lights indicates the strength of Mint Plus’s connection to the navigation system, with 3 being strongest. If there are no lights, Mint Plus does not detect a NorthStar signal.
Battery and Charging Mint Plus comes with a rechargeable battery. On a full charge, it will clean up to 4 hours dry sweeping or up to 2.5 hours wet mopping. Charging Stand Mint Plus on its end to access the charging port. Plug the adapter into a standard electrical outlet and into Mint Plus’s charging port. Charge Mint Plus for approximately 4 hours or until a solid blue light appears on the power button*. Charging Port It may take Mint Plus a few charging cycles to reach its full capacity.
Charging Indicators (While Plugged In) Power Button Red pulsing light: Battery charging Blue solid light: Battery charged The NorthStar Navigation Cube The Cube uses 2 C batteries. The battery door can be found on the bottom of the Cube. Please dispose of all batteries properly by finding a recycling resource near you.
Sweep and Mop Modes Mint Plus sweeps and mops hard surface floors using readily available dry and wet cleaning cloths or the included reusable microfiber cloths. Mint Plus is not a vaccum and is not intended for use on carpets. Sweep Mode Sweep mode is intended for cleaning with a dry cloth. In sweep mode, Mint Plus moves ahead in a straight line when it begins cleaning, then cleans back and forth in parallel lines.
Cleaning Cloths Disposable Cloths For use only with the Multi-Purpose Cleaning Pad. Mint Plus is compatible with most disposable dry and pre-moistened cleaning cloths such as Swiffer® brand and store brands like Target®. Always follow the use and care instructions included with any dry or wet cleaning cloths to care for your floors. Please note that Mint Plus is not compatible with Swiffer® WetJet® Refills. Microfiber Cloths Mint Plus’s specially designed microfiber cloths can be rewashed and reused.
How Mint Plus Cleans Mint Plus intelligently cleans your floor by mapping the room as it cleans. Cleaning Cycle Mint Plus cleans your home in sections, first cleaning areas to its right and later returning to areas to its left. When the open areas in each section are complete, Mint Plus cleans along edges of furniture and walls before moving on. When finished, Mint Plus returns to where it started and parks itself.
Quick Clean Mode Cleans 30% faster by focusing cleaning on open areas. Activate by holding the Sweep or Mop button for 3 seconds. You will hear a single beep followed by the “start cleaning” song. Mint Plus typically cleans the same total area as the standard detailed cleaning mode, but will skip detailed cleaning around furniture and some walls to save time. Pause / Resume Mint Plus will automatically pause if you pick it up or press any button while cleaning.
NorthStar® Navigation The NorthStar Navigation Cube acts as a beacon, emitting a signal that guides Mint Plus’s cleaning. Connecting to the NorthStar Navigation Cube Once Mint Plus starts cleaning, it tries to establish a connection to the NorthStar Navigation Cube, indicated by one flashing blue light on the Navigation System Indicator. Once Mint Plus has locked onto the Cube, Mint Plus’s lights turn solid blue. The Navigation System Indicator also indicates Mint Plus’s range.
Setting Up NorthStar Navigation Cubes Using Mint Plus with one Cube Place the Cube near the center of the area you want to clean and start Mint Plus nearby. Mint Plus will clean the area around the Cube, and may extend into other rooms based on the cleaning mode and how far the NorthStar signal reaches. If you have a choice of rooms, place the Cube in a larger room to maximize NorthStar coverage. Once Mint Plus has completed its run, you can move the Cube to clean a different part of your home.
Operating Mint Plus Put On a Cleaning Cloth Set Mint Plus on its end and remove the cleaning pad. Attach a dry or wet cloth to the MultiPurpose cleaning pad. Lay the removable pad on an open cleaning cloth. Attach cloth by tucking it into the gripping strips on both sides. See page 19 for the Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad. Re-attach the cleaning pad. Magnets will help it snap back into place.
Using the Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad The Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad dispenses liquid as Mint Plus mops to keep the cleaning cloth wet longer. Fill the reservoir Open the fill cap by pulling and swiveling it to the side. Fill reservoir with water and replace fill cap, pressing it in securely so it does not leak. Visit www.mintcleaner.com for information about other cleaning solutions. Fill the reservoir over a sink as a small amount of fluid can leak out when the fill cap is closed.
Operating Mint Plus Place the NorthStar® Cube Press the button on the back corner of the NorthStar Navigation Cube to turn it on. A blue light will flash on the opposite corner when turned on, and then go solid when Mint Plus locks onto it. If you forget to turn the Cube on, Mint Plus will send a signal to try to turn it on. If Mint Plus is successful, the blue flashing light will appear on the Cube.
Start Cleaning Place Mint Plus on the floor within 6-8 feet of the NorthStar Navigation Cube. Turn Mint Plus on using the power button. The button will light up blue when the cleaner is on. To start cleaning with a DRY CLOTH just press the Sweep button. To start cleaning with a WET CLOTH just press the Mop button. One blue light will start blinking on the Navigation System Indicator if Mint Plus detects a signal from the Cube. The light will turn solid blue once it locks onto the Cube.
Maintenance To keep your Mint Plus in the best working condition, follow these maintenance steps. Cleaning and Storing Use a dry cloth to wipe dust or dirt from Mint Plus’s exterior. Do not rinse or submerge in water. Use a damp cloth to wipe off dust and dirt on tires. Make sure that Mint Plus is not plugged in and that the cloth is not dripping. Place Mint Plus on its end (handle side down) when charging or storing between uses. For long term storage remove C batteries from the NorthStar Cube.
Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad Hand rinse with water in the sink to clean. Do not put the reservoir pad in the dishwasher. Do not wash with soap. Let dry completely before re-attaching to Mint Plus after cleaning is complete. The wick is designed for repeated use and includes antimicrobial material. Do not remove the wick cap between cleanings. If the wick cap becomes dirty or shows wear, it can be replaced. Remove the wick cap by pulling on the side rubber tab.
Trouble Shooting Visit www.mintcleaner.com for additional tips and trouble shooting.
Trouble Shooting Solution Confirm the unit is powered on (a blue light will appear under the power button, bottom center. If a red light appears, the cleaner requires charging before it can clean). Make sure the removable cleaning pad is securely attached and that the cleaning cloth is tucked cleanly into the gripping strips or onto the velcro strips. If the power is on, press the sweep button to clean with a dry cloth or the mop button to clean with a wet cloth.
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Trouble Shooting Solution If cleaning with a wet cloth in Mop mode, try cleaning with a dry cloth in Sweep mode on the same floor surface to determine if the issue occurs in both modes. If using a cleaning solution on a wet microfiber cloth, try cleaning with only water to determine if the solution could be causing Mint Plus to slip. Make sure the cleaning cloth is attached properly and that the removable cleaning pad is securely reattached to Mint Plus.
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Trouble Shooting Solution Plug the included adapter into the cleaner and charge the battery until the power button light turns solid blue while the adapter is plugged in. If charging does not work, make sure the rechargeable battery is securely connected. Remove the battery door cover on the bottom of the cleaner with a screwdriver. Disconnect and re-connect the rechargeable battery pack via the small white plug. Replace the battery door and tighten the screw. Press the power button.
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Trouble Shooting Solution If the red light turns off after the 3 beeps, but occurs again when you press the Sweep or Mop button, Mint Plus is not ready to clean due to an activated sensor. Check to make sure: Both ends of the cleaning cloth are securely tucked into the blue gripping strips or onto the Pro-Clean velcro strips and the cloth is not bunching up. The cleaning cloth is not in the middle channel of the removable cleaning pad.
Trouble Shooting Cont’d Visit www.mintcleaner.com for additional tips and trouble shooting. Problem The Navigation System Indicator on Mint Plus does not show any lights Mint Plus is stopped and blue lights are flashing.
Trouble Shooting Solution Mint Plus does not detect a NorthStar signal. Make sure the NorthStar Navigation Cube is in the room and turned on (a blue light will show in one corner of the Cube). If Mint Plus is left untouched for more than 5 minutes after it finishes a cleaning cycle, it goes into sleep mode and the blue indicator lights will appear in sequence. Press any button to wake it. The batteries are low. Replace with 2 new C batteries. The batteries may be dead. Replace with 2 new C batteries.
Trouble Shooting Cont’d Visit www.mintcleaner.com for additional tips and trouble shooting. Problem Multiple Cubes are set up, but Mint Plus is only using the first Cube. Multiple Cubes are set up, but Mint Plus is over-cleaning many areas. When resuming after pausing, Mint Plus cleans the same area again. When resuming after pausing, Mint Plus does not go back to where it left off. Mint Plus drives off when I start cleaning and does not move straight ahead then to its right.
Trouble Shooting Solution Mint Plus must be able to encounter the second Cube while cleaning to lock onto it, so make sure the second Cube is not isolated in an area where Mint Plus cannot get to it. Try placing the Cubes with just 15 feet between them to help Mint Plus connect. If the Cubes are in rooms separated by a hallway, place the Cubes near the entrance to each room. Start Mint Plus near one Cube, but facing the other.
Trouble Shooting Cont’d Visit www.mintcleaner.com for additional tips and trouble shooting. Problem The Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad is leaking. The Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad is not wicking out fluid. The Pro-Clean Reservoir Pad is leaving puddles on the floor. Mint Plus’s run time is shorter than expected.
Trouble Shooting Solution Check the fill cap and the wick cap to make sure they are both securely attached and sealed shut. An air intake hole on the bottom of the Reservoir Pad allows fluid to wick. Make sure it is not plugged or obstructed. To check, fill the Reservoir Pad all the way and then push down on the fill cap to seal it. A small amount of liquid should escape through the air intake hole, indicating it is not plugged. If the air intake hole is clear, replace the wick cap.
Limited Warranty Evolution Robotics, Inc. (“ER”) warrants that this Mint Plus automatic floor cleaner product (the “Product”) will be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year (the “Warranty Period”) from the date of purchase to the original purchaser (the “Purchaser”). Please save your original sales receipt to validate the start of the Warranty Period.
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL ER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES HOWEVER CAUSED.
Model Number 5200 www.mintcleaner.com ©2011 Evolution Robotics, Inc. All rights reserved. Evolution Robotics, the Evolution Robotics logo, Northstar, and Mint Plus are trademarks of Evolution Robotics, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Evolution Robotics, Inc. is strictly forbidden. US Patent Numbers. 7,148,458, 7,720,554, D625059, D625060, D625477, D625062, D629827. Other patents pending.
