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RC 3000

For which type of floor coverings can I use
the robot?

The robot can be used on all common surfaces,
such as carpets and hard surfaces (tiles, parque-
try, etc.). With respect to extremely deep-piled
carpets (> 20 mm), specific restrictions apply. The
moving sweeping edge is automatically adjusted
to different floor coverings.

Is it problematic to perform a cleaning
underneath pieces of furniture?

No. Due to its compact and flat design the
robot is able to clean underneath pieces of fur-
niture, such as beds, sofas, and wardrobes.

How does the robot transport the
absorbed dirt to the station?

The robot is equipped with a dirt receptacle
that is regularly emptied by the station.

How is the dirt absorbed in the station?

In the station, the dirt is collected in a conven-
tional filter bag (2 litres).
The exchange intervals are flexible and are re-
ported to the user in a timely manner by me-
ans of a signal device on the display.

How much dirt can the robot absorb?

In case of a normal degree of soiling, the dirt
receptacle is sufficient for one hour of cleaning.
If this should not be sufficient in the individual
case, the robot simply returns to the station
earlier, disposes of the dirt and carries on wor-
king.

How is the absorption of dirt in the robot
performed?

The dirt is swept into the dirt receptacle of
the robot by means of vacuum-supported
sweeping.

Can the robot clean in the apartment /
house without supervision?

Yes, this is possible without any problems.
The robot is an autonomous system and does
not require any intervention. The dirt recepta-
cle is emptied at the station.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take until the robot is
charged or operative?

The charging time is between 15 and 60 minu-
tes according to the charging state of the batte-
ry before the charging. In case of the initial ope-
ration, the robot certainly has the longest char-
ging time.

At which speed does the robot move?

By default, the robot runs at 20 cm per se-
cond. If it cleans very dirty spots, the speed is
reduced by half to intensify the cleaning. The
same applies to the final approach to the sta-
tion to allow the robot to precisely manoeuvre
in.

How many square meters can the robot
clean within one hour?

The robot can clean up to 15 qm per hour.
Many spots, in particular the frequently used
paths are cleaned repeatedly from different di-
rections.

How does the robot know when it must
return to the station?

The robot returns to the station as soon as the
battery voltage has reached a specific level or
if the dirt receptacle is full.

How long does it take to empty the robot
at the station?

The process takes approximately 30 seconds.

Where is the robot programmed? What do
I have to pay attention to?

The robot

 can only be turned on or off. You

can select the cleaning duration at 

the stati-

on

. In addition, you can specify that the robot

should not leave the station after the next ap-
proach to the station (parking function).

According to which principle does the
robot move?

The robot moves through the room according
to the random principle. If he bumps into an
obstacle, it turns at any angle and then goes
straight until it bumps into the next obstacle.

Summary of Contents for RC 3000

Page 1: ...5 961 033 08 03 Model RC 3000 Cleaning robot Operator Manual ...

Page 2: ...n 8 Operation 9 Preparation for the Cleaning 9 Initial Operation 9 Turning the Robot Off 9 Parking 10 Selecting the Cleaning Duration 10 Quiet mode 10 Operating Programs 10 Tips and Tricks 11 Maintenance and Care 12 Station 12 Robot 12 Troubleshooting 14 Specifications 15 Warranty 15 Frequently Asked Questions 16 English Operator Manual Page 2 Español Manual del Operador Página 18 Français Manuel ...

Page 3: ...a mobile robot The robot is operated with rechargeable bat teries It moves according to the random me thod If the robot bumps into an obstacle it changes its direction at a random angle Then it goes straight ahead until it bumps into the next obstacle The flat design of the robot al lows it to also clean the floor underneath pie ces of furniture such as beds sofas cup boards and wardrobes The robo...

Page 4: ... hands 9 Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blok ked keep free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow 10 Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts 11 Turn off all controls before unplugging 12 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs 13 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoli ...

Page 5: ...o charge the robot The batteries of the robot may only be charged at the station Kärcher electrical appliances meet the generally accepted rules of technology and the Technical Plant and Equipment Act EC Directive 73 23 EEC The mains voltage supplied and the voltage specified on the type plate must be identical Check the faultless condition of the po wer cord before using it Do not use the RC 3000...

Page 6: ...C 3000 2 Starting the RC 3000 3 Indicator lamps 12 Green Permanent light Cleaning run blinks slowly on 1 sec off 4 sec Robot is searching the station blinks rapidly on 0 5 sec off 0 5 sec Batteries must be charged Red See Troubleshooting section page 14 ...

Page 7: ...Select cleaning duration button D Indicator lamp green 3 hour cleaning E Indicator lamp green 6 hour cleaning F Indicator lamp green 9 hour cleaning G Indicator lamp green permanent cleaning H Indicator lamp red filter full J Quiet mode button ON OFF K Indicator lamp green quiet mode Cleaning robot 10 Turn on robot button 11 Turn off robot button 12 LEDs green operation red failure 13 Battery cont...

Page 8: ...s into place Installation Notes for the Station When you select the location of the station please make sure that the robot is very likely to pass the infrared beam again and again to easily find its way back to the station see Figures 4a and 4b Place the station on a level surface Do not place any objects directly in front of the station Do not lay any cables in front of the station prevents the ...

Page 9: ...robot starts its cleaning run Indicator lamps 12 Green Permanent light Cleaning run blinks slowly on 1 sec off 4 sec Robot searches station blinks rapidly on 0 5 sec off 0 5 sec Charge batteries Red See Troubleshooting section page 14 Operation After a Long Rest Period If the robot is turned on with completely empty batteries the appliance is not operative Perform the following steps to put the ap...

Page 10: ...f you are at home Press the Quiet mode button B The Quiet mode indicator lamp K is activated The station cleans the robot for 8 hours with a reduced noise level and a reduced performance Then the station returns to normal ope ration Figure 9 Parking the robot Figure 10 Selecting the cleaning duration Figure 11 Setting the quiet mode 1 operating program normal cleaning Robot runs according to the r...

Page 11: ...them down If you store the appliance for more than 4 months please make sure that the batteries are charged completely If you let the robot work while you are on the phone or watch TV activate the quiet mode on the station Room doors should be closed during the cleaning of indivi dual rooms If you let the robot clean entire floors please make sure the robot cannot get stuck behind the door If you ...

Page 12: ...ction filter included in the spare filter bag kit Robot Begin all maintenance works of the robot with the following steps Opening the dirt receptacle Place the robot into the station to empty the dirt receptacle Put the robot on a soft base Open both locking levers of the dirt receptacle Remove the cover of the dirt receptacle Cleaning the flat filter Clean the flat filter every time you exchange ...

Page 13: ...nsors using a soft cloth or a paintbrush Finish all maintenance works of the robot with the following steps Installing the dirt receptacle cover Put the cover onto the dirt receptacle Close both locking levers In addition press on the front side of the cover to ensure the dirt receptacle is closed safely Exchanging the batteries Release the two screws on the two batteries and remove the old batter...

Page 14: ...o i t a t s e h t f o t e l t u o n o i t c u S d e g g o l c s i n o i t a t s e h t f o t e l t u o n o i t c u s e h t k c e h C y r a s s e c e n f i t i n a e l c d n a r a t s a s e b i r c s e d y l n o o t o b o R n r u t s t i g n i r u d n e e r g t n e n a m r e p t h g i l n o i t a c o l a e r a c i f i c e p s a y l n O d e n a e l c s i t f o s a g n i s u s r o s n e s t s u d e h ...

Page 15: ... competent marketing company apply to the individual countries We will repair potential failures of the appliance within the warranty period free of charge provided that such failure is caused by faulty material or defects in fabrication In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Custo mer Service centre Please submit the ap pliance including all accessor...

Page 16: ...ot is an autonomous system and does not require any intervention The dirt recepta cle is emptied at the station Frequently Asked Questions How long does it take until the robot is charged or operative The charging time is between 15 and 60 minu tes according to the charging state of the batte ry before the charging In case of the initial ope ration the robot certainly has the longest char ging tim...

Page 17: ...ever the lightweight and fragile objects may be touched and mo ved by the robot Objects that are equipped with a cable may be pulled down from furni ture e g telephone It is important to prepare the room in such a manner that it is suitable for robots How do pets react to the robot As the RC 3000 is not noisy and does not work with ultrasound problems with pets are not to be expected The self move...

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