Robot vacuum cleaners are a huge time-saver. Plug them into the charger, program a schedule, and your floors will be cleaned without you having to do much more than empty the dust collector box every few days.
But every so often it's a good idea to give your robovac a service.
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Read nowWhat does this involve?
Basically, this involves giving it a clean and replacing any consumables that are worn out.
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OK, let's take a look at myEufy RoboVac X8 . This has been in service for about six months, and while I've kept this clean, it's time for a deeper service.
It's a bit dirty and dusty.
My Eufy RoboVac X8 is in need of a bit of a clean.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesAnd the brushes are getting a bit clogged with hair and debris.
The brushes -- that do a lot of the hard work -- are a bit clogged with hair.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesMuck can hide in the smallest of crevices.
Hair and dirt can accumulate in random spots.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesAnd there's the dust collection box.
The dust collection box.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesThere's a lot of awfulness in here that needs cleaning. That filter is looking quite clogged.
The dust collection box, especially the filter, needs a good clean.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesThe great thing about the Eufy RoboVac X8 is that there's a cleaning tool built into the dust box that has a cutting blade on one end and a brush on the other. This is really handy because I don't need to remember where the tool is!
The cleaning tool.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesThe roller brush is held in place with little clips on most robovacs. If you're in any doubt about how to take apart your robot vacuum, consult your manual! Another good tip is to take photos before you take anything apart: That way you know how to put it back together!
Clips hold the brush in place.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesLots of dirt on the brush, and around it!
Lots to clean here!
Adrian Kingsley-HughesCutting away the tangled hair and threads off the brush.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesGet as much of the hair off the roller as possible.
Lots of hair can build up on the roller, and it's a good idea to remove as much of it as possible.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesYou'll want a soft cloth, Q-tips, and diluted isopropyl alcohol -- Don't pour the isopropyl alcohol on the robovac! Instead put a small amount on the cloth.
Getting ready for deep cleaning
Adrian Kingsley-HughesGiving the charging contacts a wipe.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesCleaning the optical sensors.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesThese are important in keeping the vacuum cleaner running well.
Brushing out any air vents.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesGetting into the belly of the robovac!
Adrian Kingsley-HughesThese are pretty dirty and it's best to do this outside! Brush out the filter carefully. With care, it's possible to keep reusing the filter for a year or so (your manual will tell you what the recommended life of the filter is).
Now time to tackle the dust collector and filter.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesWith a touch of isopropyl alcohol on your cloth, wipe it down.
Looking good!
Adrian Kingsley-HughesWiping down the outside!
Adrian Kingsley-HughesPay attention to the charging contacts and the lens for the sensor that allows the robovac to find the charging base.
Giving the charging base a wipe down.
Adrian Kingsley-HughesPut the tools away so you can find them the next time you need them!
Adrian Kingsley-HughesFinished the clean! The robovac is ready for more cleaning duties!
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes