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iRobot Roomba 600 series error codes

iRobot Roomba 600 series indicators as iRobot Customer Care lists them, each with its meaning and the first safe check.

  • error-1-side-wheel-hanging-or-stuck
    A side wheel is hanging down or the
  • error-10-side-wheel-stuck-or-bumper-not-registering
    A side wheel is stuck or the bumper
  • error-18-cannot-return-to-home-base
    The robot cannot return to the Home Base
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iRobot Roomba 600 series error 14: meaning and exact next steps

error 14 means The robot is not detecting an installed bin. The spoken message is "Error one four (1-4). Re-install Roomba's bin, then press CLEAN to restart."

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iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-1-side-wheel-hanging-or-stuck

A side wheel is hanging down or the robot is stuck. The spoken message is "Error one (1). Move Roomba to a new location, then press CLEAN to restart."

Move the robot to a new location and press CLEAN.

iRobot's chart lists the side wheels as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-10-side-wheel-stuck-or-bumper-not-registering

A side wheel is stuck or the bumper is not registering obstacles. The spoken message is "Error ten (10). Spin Roomba's side wheels to clean."

Spin the side wheels and tap the bumper to check it moves.

iRobot's chart lists the side wheels as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-18-cannot-return-to-home-base

The robot cannot return to the Home Base or its starting position. The spoken message is "Error one eight (1-8)."

Look at the Home Base and its charging contacts.

iRobot's chart lists the Home Base and the charging contacts as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-2-main-brushes-cannot-turn

The main brushes cannot turn. The spoken message is "Error two (2). Open Roomba's brush cage and clean brushes."

Open the brush cage and clean the brushes, as the spoken message says.

iRobot's chart lists the main brushes as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-5-side-wheel-stuck

A side wheel is stuck. The spoken message is "Error five (5). Spin Roomba's side wheels to clean."

Spin the side wheels, as the spoken message says.

iRobot's chart lists the side wheels as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-6-cliff-sensors-dirty-or-stuck

The cliff sensors are dirty, the robot is stuck, hanging over a cliff, or on a dark surface. The spoken message is "Error six (6). Move Roomba to a new location, then press CLEAN to restart."

Move the robot to a new location and press CLEAN.

iRobot's chart lists the cliff sensors as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-7-side-wheel-stuck

A side wheel is stuck. The spoken message is "Error seven (7). Spin Roomba's side wheels to clean."

Spin the side wheels, as the spoken message says.

iRobot's chart lists the side wheels as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code error-9-bumper-compressed-or-sensor-dirty

The bumper is compressed or the bumper sensor is dirty. The spoken message is "Error nine (9). Tap Roomba's bumper to clean."

Tap the bumper, as the spoken message says.

iRobot's chart lists the bumper as what to check.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code no-voice-message-bumper-not-registering

The bumper is not registering obstacles, or the robot may be stuck in one place.

Tap the bumper to confirm it is working properly.

iRobot's steps: if this occurs when the robot is circling, clean hair and debris off the wheels. If the robot is in an extremely large room, use a Virtual Wall to create a smaller cleaning area. If the message persists, contact iRobot Customer Care.

iRobot Roomba 600 series code please-charge-roomba-battery-discharged

The battery is discharged. iRobot says the robot plays a four-tone song and says "Please charge Roomba."

Put the robot on its Home Base or plug it in to charge.

iRobot's chart says to charge the robot, and, if you are experiencing short runtime, to see its battery maintenance tips.

iRobot Customer Care — The Roomba 600 series error messages chart

Roomba 600 series errors: the common ones

The 600 series Roombas (such as the 614, 650 and 690) show an error by flashing the Clean button light and playing a number of beeps or a spoken message, and most of the errors point to something you can see. Wheels packed with hair, a bin that is full or not seated, a stuck brush and a dirty cliff sensor account for the majority, and the robot usually tells you which one with its message, such as to place it on a flat surface or to clean the brushes.

Turn the robot over and clear the brushes, wheels and cliff sensors, empty the bin and refit it firmly, and wipe the charging contacts on the robot and the dock with a dry cloth. A robot that does not charge needs the dock plugged in and clear of obstacles. Restart by holding the Clean button for about ten seconds. If an error returns after cleaning, the battery or a motor may be worn, and iRobot support can advise.

How do I restart a Roomba 600 series?

Hold the Clean button for about ten seconds until the light goes out, then release it.

What does a flashing Clean light mean?

The robot has an error. Listen for the message or beeps and check the brushes, wheels and bin.