OWNER’S MANUAL CLEANING ROBOT Before using, please carefully read the Safety Precautions pages to allow for safe operation of the product. After reading the operation manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location. *M : Ultra microfiber mop (option) VR5906LM www.lg.
FEATURES Images of the floor are obtained from the sensors of the lower camera, and through this, the location of roboking will be confirmed,therefore, elaborate cleaning can be accomplished for every part of the room. Camera sensor As the height of the Roboking is low (90mm), even the underside of a framed bed or furniture can be cleaned. As the noise levels are at a quiet 60dB, cleaning can be performed at night.
CONTENTS 1 BEFORE USING 4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 2~4 Safety Precautions 28~30 Troubleshooting 5 31 Included with Product 6~7 Parts Descriptions 8~9 Button Functions Before You Call for Service 5 10 Display Status Information REFERENCE 11 Before You Start 32 12 Overview 2 HOW TO USE 13 How to Install the Home Station 14 How to Turn the Power Supply On and Off.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The purpose of the safety precautions described below is for the user to use the product safely and correctly to prevent any unexpected risk or damage. Basic safety precautions After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so can cause electric shock. Do not use the Roboking while a child or object is on it. Do not use the Roboking while an object is hanging from it. Doing so can cause injury or product damage. Do not spray or suck in inflammable materials, surfactants, or drinking water in the vicinity of the Roboking. Doing so can cause fire or product failure. * Inflammable materials: gasoline, thinner, etc.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION In rare cases, the Roboking’s brush can damage the carpet. If this happens, immediately stop the cleaning operation. When a carpet has long tassels, the tassels can be damaged. These items can cause product failure. Do not let the main frame and charging terminal of the home station come into contact with metallic objects. Do not put sharp objects into the opening of the Roboking’s supersonic sensor. Doing so can cause product failure. Doing so can cause product failure.
INCLUDED WITH PRODUCT Roboking Remote controller Home station ▶ Figures can be different from actual objects. 02 Start cleaning Quick Guide Cleaning Robot This guide describes how to use the HOM-BOT quickly. For more detail, please refer to the user manual.
PARTS DESCRIPTION - Roboking Top view Manipulation button Dust bin cover button Dust bin cover Status indication lamp Detecting sensor of home station & receiving sensor of remote controller Front view Ultrasonic sensor Obstacle detecting sensor window Rear view Ventilation port Bottom view Cliff detection sensor Charging terminal Brush Side brush Wheel Lower camera sensor Mop plate fixing hook Battery Power switch ▶ Figures can be different from actual objects.
PART DESCRIPTION – HOME STATION / DUST BIN Home station Power lamp Charging terminal Reset button Power cord fixing groove Dust bin Dust bin handle Dust bin cover Suction port cover Dust bin cover opening button Sponge filter HEPA filter ▶ Figures can be different from actual objects.
BUTTON FUNCTIONS – Roboking TIMER START/STOP HOMING 8 • Use the TIMER button to start cleaning after a set amount of time has elapsed. • The timer can be set from 1 to 12 hours. •T he timer button only works when the Roboking is attached to the home station. Always attach Roboking to the home station when setting the timer function • Press the START/STOP button to turn the Roboking on/off or start/stop cleaning.
BUTTON FUNCTIONS – REMOTE CONTROL Start Charging Directional button Stop The Roboking will start cleaning The Roboking will move as desired by the user: to front, rear, left, and right sides for cleaning. Spot Cleaning will concentrate within a space of about 1 m (3.28 ft). The Roboking will move to the home station for charging. If the Roboking is in operation it will be stopped. If it has been set for timer cleaning, the reservation will be canceled.
DISPLAY STATUS INFORMATION Battery and reserved time indication • While waiting for cleaning, the remaining battery level will be shown. • While waiting for timer cleaning, the reservation time will be shown. Timer icon • This indicates when timer cleaning has been set up. Tip 10 Battery icon • Flashes when the battery requires charging or when returning to the home station after completing the cleaning.
BEFORE YOU START Check these items before cleaning • Do not use this device in a room where a child is left alone. The child could be injured. • Remove fragile or unnecessary objects from the room to be cleaned. Especially, remove expensive ceramics and valuables from the floor. • Remove any moisture that might be on the floor. • Remove cables, strips, towels, socks, etc. from the floor so they will not get caught by the brush. • Confirm whether battery charge is sufficient, and if it is low, recharge it.
OVERVIEW 1 12 Install the home station. (page 13) Insert the power cord plug into an outlet and locate the station against a wall. If power is not supplied to the home station, the Roboking will not charge. 2 Turn on the power supply of the Roboking. (page 14) 3 Start cleaning. (page 15) 4 Automatic charge. (page 16-17) 5 Use auxiliary functions. (page 18-21) Turn on the power switch located on the bottom of the Roboking and press the upper START/STOP button to turn on the power supply.
HOW TO INSTALL THE HOME STATION How to Install the Home Station 1. P osition the home station against a wall, to prevent sliding during docking, on hard level flooring. Remove objects within 1m. to the right and left side and within 2m. to the front. 2. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Wrap the power cord around the fixed hanger on the back side of the home station or along the wall surface so that the travel path of the Roboking will not be obstructed. Fixing groove of power cord 3.
HOW TO TURN THE POWER SUPPLY ON AND OFF. Turning on the main power supply To turn the power supply on, turn the Roboking upside down on a smooth/soft surface and check whether the main power supply switch is turned on. If the main power supply switch is turned off, turn on the switch. ※W hen turning on the power switch, do not press the button located at the upper section of the Roboking. Operation of the button can be delayed.
HOW TO START AND STOP CLEANING Using the buttons on the Roboking After the Roboking is turned on, press the START/STOP button to begin cleaning. A melody will sound and cleaning will begin. Press the START/STOP button during the cleaning cycle to stop cleaning. ※ When the ‘START/STOP’ button is pressed while the power supply of the Roboking is turned off, the power will be turned on. Press the ‘START/STOP’ button one more time to clean.
HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY Automatic charging The Roboking returns to the home station at the end of a cleaning cycle or when its battery is running low. ※ I f the Roboking is unable to dock to the home station on its first attempt, it will try again until it docks successfully. ※ When Roboking completed all areas that it can clean, it will return to the home station even when the battery level is not low.
HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY Remaining Battery Charge Indicator The remaining battery charge can be confirmed from the charge indication light, which will indicate charge as follows: • During charging, the charge remaining indication light will flicker. • When charging is completed at the home station, only the battery icon will illuminate to save power. • The battery icon will flicker when battery charging is required.
CLEANING MODES 수동expansion 청소 Spatial cleaning When the START button on the main unit or the remote control is pressed, Roboking operates in the spatial expansion cleaning mode. The 1st stage: A maximum area of 3 m x 3 m (9.84 ft x 9.84 ft) will be cleaned. (The actual size of the area will change in accordance with the shape of the house’s interior.) The 2nd stage: The inside of the area will be cleaned in a zigzag path.
AUXILIARY CLEANING MODES Manual cleaning This method of cleaning involves manually moving the Roboking by pressing the directional (arrow) buttons on the remote control. The interior space will be cleaned by the Roboking as it is being moved to the front, rear, or rotated to the left and right side according to the input of the directional buttons. 㷡 㩅 㬅 Spot Cleaning Use this cleaning method when concentrated cleaning of a small interior space is required.
TIMER CLEANING Roboking can be scheduled to start cleaning after a certain period of time. The time can be set among 2 hours, 6 hours and 12 hours. 1. B y pressing the TIMER button on the remote control or the Roboking, a cleaning time can be scheduled. 2. Adjust the time by pressing the ‘TIMER’ button multiple times. Each time you press the button, it changes from 2 hours to 6 hours to 12 hours. 2 hours 6 hours 12 hours 3.
MOP CLEANING (option) By attaching the ultra microfiber mop, you can effectively use the Roboking to remove dust. Ultra microfiber mop Mop plate When the mop plate is attached, the Roboking will not climb on to carpets or over thresholds, in order to prevent transferring dirt from the mop. For mop cleaning, mount the mop and mop plate to the Roboking according to the following instructions: 1. Attach the ultra microfiber mop to the Velcro of the mop plate as shown in the figure.
CLEANING THE DUST BIN If the dust bin is full, suction power can be weakened. Clean the dust bin before and after each cleaning session. Clean the dust bin using the following sequence: 1. O pen the dust bin cover by pressing the PUSH button on the Roboking. 2. Grab the handle of the dust bin and pull it upward. 3. S eparate the HEPA filter and the inside sponge filter by removing the HEPA filter ※ To clean the dust bin filter, refer to page 23. 4.
CLEANING THE DUST BIN FILTER The dust bin filters are comprised of the HEPA filter and the sponge filter. Clean the HEPA filter and the sponge filter according to the following sequence: 1. Separate the HEPA filter and the inside sponge filter by removing the HEPA filter. 2. Carefully clean any fine dust off the HEPA filter and the sponge filter with a vacuum cleaner or water. 3.
CLEANING THE BRUSH The brush, located on the bottom of the Roboking, helps with the suction of foreign objects. Perform the following steps to clean the brush: Lay a smooth cloth on the floor. Turn the Roboking over and put the Roboking on the cloth. Turn off the power switch before cleaning. Separate the cover by pressing the fixing hook and pulling upward. Wearing gloves turn the brush until the separation groove of the brush appears.
CLEANING THE SENSOR/CHARGING TERMINAL There are sensors on the Roboking that can detect obstacles, stairways and the home station for charging the battery. In order to maintain the performance of the Roboking, regularly clean the sensors and charging terminal as follows: 1. L ay a smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the Roboking and put it on the cloth. 2. Turn off the power switch on the bottom of the Roboking. Injury can be caused by the activation of the Roboking during cleaning. 3.
CLEANING THE SIDE BRUSH Foreign objects/materials such as hair can easily adhere to the side brush. Remove such materials at least once a week. If excessive amounts of foreign materials are stuck to the brush, there is the risk of breakage. If the floor is rough or walls are frequently cleaned, the side brush may bend or become damaged. In this case, use the following method to straighten the side brush. 1. The following procedure is helpful in restoring deformed brushes. 2.
CLEANING THE ULTRA MICROFIBER MOP (option) To avoid odors, dirt and dust should be washed off the mop after it is used for cleaning. Follow these directions to wash the ultra microfiber mop: 1. Separate the ultra microfiber mop from the mop plate. 2. Carefully clean it with water. 3. U se the mop only after allowing it to dry completely in a sunny, well-ventilated area. Tip • To avoid product malfunction, only use the ultra microfiber mop provided with the Roboking.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the wheels”, is announced. If the unit becomes stuck or suspended and the wheels do not allow the unit to move, the voice, “Please check the wheels”, will be announced. • Is a wheel trapped in the front door, balcony, stairway, etc? ▶ Move the Roboking on to the flat floor. • Is any foreign material wound around the wheel? ▶ Lay smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the Roboking, and put it on the cloth. Remove foreign material by confirming the wheel.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the dust bin”, is announced When an abnormality is detected with the dust bin, the voice, “Please check the dust bin”, is announced. • Is the dust bin fitted correctly? ▶ Open the dust bin cover, and if check if the dust bin is actually fitted. the unit will not operate without the dust bin. ▶ If the dust bin cover opened, close the cover before operating the unit. When the voice, “Battery is low”, is announced.
TROUBLESHOOTING When the voice, “Please check the brush”, is announced. When the Roboking detects that the brush is not functioning properly, you will hear the message “Please check the brush.” Lay a smooth cloth on the floor, overturn the Roboking, and place it on the cloth. • The side brush is stuck. emove any foreign materials such as cables, thread or hair caught in the side brush or the brush. ▶R ▶ Confirm the correct assembly of the brush by checking the separation groove of the brush.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Check the following before calling for service. Problem Solutions (Reference page) The Roboking will not activate. ▶ Confirm that the power switch is turned on. (page 14) ▶ Confirm that the battery has been charged. (page 17) Movements or travel path are abnormal. ▶ Carefully wipe the sensor with a smooth cloth. (page 25) ▶ If the ultra microfiber mop is attached, confirm that it is mounted properly. (page 21) ▶T urn on the power switch off and on.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Item/model LG Roboking VR5906LM External dimension Φ 360 mm X 90 mm Weight 3.2 kg Power consumption 15 W Battery (fully charging) DC 16.8 V Traveling velocity Use time (1 time charging) 350 mm/sec Charging time Main functions 32 Approx.
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10 Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to batteries/accumulators of Your product it means they are covered by European Directive 2006/06/EC. 2. This symbol may be combined with chemical symbols for mercury(Hg), cadmium(Cd) or lead(Pb) if the battery Contains more that 0.0005% of mercury, 0.002% of cadmium or 0.004% of lead. 3.
