Read the original instructions before using the device for the first time and act in accordance with it. Keep this document for future reference or for future owners.

• If the operating instructions and safety instructions are not observed, the device can be damaged and dangers could arise for users and other persons.

• Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping damage.

• Check the package contents when unpacking for missing accessories or for damage.

• In addition to the information in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.

• Warnings and information notices attached to the device provide important information for hazard-free operation.

The laser radar of the device complies with IEC 60825-1:2014 for Class 1 laser product safety and does not produce laser radiation that is hazardous to the human body.

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic devices contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

The device consists of two units, a charging station and a battery-powered cleaning robot.

• This cleaning robot is designed for fully automatic wet and dry cleaning.

• No water-sensitive floor coverings such asuntreated cork floors, since the moisture can penetrate and damage the floor.

• The device is suitable for cleaning carpets, PVC, linoleum, tiles, stone, oiled and waxed parquet, laminate and all water-resistant floor coverings.

• This device has been developed for use in private households and is not intended for the load imposed by commercial use.

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

• The mobile cleaning robot draws its energy from a built-in rechargeable battery, which it regularly recharges at the charging station provided. If the battery charge is too low, it automatically returns to the charging station to recharge and, if necessary, pauses the current cleaning task.

• Once charging is complete, the cleaning robot automatically leaves the charging station and resumes cleaning if a task was interrupted. The cleaning robot also returns to the charging station when it has finished cleaning.

• The cleaning robot communicates status messages via a voice output and various LED colours on the device.

• The cleaning robot moves systematically. It scans the room with a laser sensor (LiDAR) and then cleans the room step-by-step. It avoids obstacles that are at least as tall as the built-in laser sensor (LiDAR).

• The cleaning robot has fall sensors that can detect staircases and steps, designed to prevent it from falling.

• The ultrasound sensor is used for carpet detection, which can be activated and deactivated individually in the app. Depending on the configuration, the cleaning robot avoids carpets.

• The cleaning robot has a fresh and waste water tank as well as a microfibre roller, a dust container, a cleaning brush and 2 side brushes. These components make it possible to clean dry and wet at the same time. The suction process collects all dust particles and coarse dirt in the dust container so that no dust particles and coarse dirt are picked up during wet cleaning and collect in the waste water tank.

The cleaning robot automatically switches to sleep mode after 5 minutes of inactivity. Press any button to wake it up.

• The cleaning robot does not switch to sleep mode when it is on the charging station.

• The cleaning robot switches off automatically if it is in sleep mode for more than 6 hours

It is possible to activate the "Do not disturb" mode. In "Do not disturb" mode, the cleaning robot does not emit any acoustic warnings. The LED buttons and LED bar are switched off.

"Do not disturb" mode can be activated in the App. Downloading the App is described in the chapter Connecting cleaning robots with WLAN and App.

In the app, there is the option to navigate the robot if it gets stuck in an inaccessible place, for example.

This remote control can be selected in the app under "Settings" > "Robot settings".

• Select the location so that the cleaning robot can easily reach the charging station.

  ATTENTION

  Risk of damaging the floor due to moisture

  The wet roller can damage the floor during charging.

  Position the charging station on a water-resistant floor and on the floor protection plate supplied.

• Ensure a distance of at least 0.5 m to the left and right of the charging station and a distance of at least 1.5 m in front of the charging station.

• The location must not be exposed to direct sunlight.

1. Set up the charging station.

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2. Plug the device plug of the power cable into the charging socket on the charging station.

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3. Connect the mains plug.

1. Place the cleaning robot manually on the charging station and make sure that the battery terminals have a good contact.

   The cleaning robot switches on automatically. The LED buttons and the LED bar light up.

   Note

   During the initial start-up, manual switch-on without contact to the charging station is not possible.

After the initial start-up, the cleaning robot automatically moves to the charging station.

The cleaning robot can be operated directly via buttons on the device or via an App using a WLAN-enabled mobile device. To be able to use all available functions we recommended controlling the cleaning robot via the KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App.

Before you download the app, make sure you have the following:

• The mobile device is connected to the Internet.

• The 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz WLAN of the router is activated.

• Sufficient WLAN coverage is guaranteed.

Download the KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App from the Apple App Store^® or from the ^™ store.

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• ^™ and ^™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.

• ^® and ^® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

Connecting cleaning robots with WLAN and KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App:

1. Download the KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App from the Apple App Store or from the Google Play Store.

2. Open the KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App.

3. Create an account (if you are not already registered).

4. Add the desired cleaning robot.

5. Follow the step-by-step instructions in the App.

1. Turn the cleaning robot upside down.

2. Fit the side brushes. Pay attention to the colour assignment on the attachment and on the holder on the device (e.g. black to black).

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1. Push the waste water tank horizontally into the device until it audibly latches into place.

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1. Press the waste water tank unlocking button and remove the waste water tank from the device.

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1. Remove the magnetic cover on the roller cassette.

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2. Press the unlocking button on the roller cassette.

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   The roller cassette detaches from the cleaning robot.

3. Remove the roller cassette from the cleaning robot.

4. Fit the cleaning roller onto the roller holder.

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5. Pay attention to the cassette guide and push the roller cassette into the cleaning robot until it audibly engages.

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6. Attach the magnetic cover to the roller cassette.

1. Remove the top cover.

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2. Grasp the fresh water tank by the recessed grips and remove it from the device.

3. Pull the rubber tab on the filling hole.

4. Fill the fresh water tank with cold or lukewarm tap water.

5. If necessary, add KÄRCHER detergent or care agent to the fresh water tank.

   ATTENTION

   Poor cleaning result due to incorrect use of the care agent

   Over- or underdosing the detergent or care products can lead to poor cleaning results.

   Pay attention to the dosage recommendations for the detergent or care agent.

   Note

   Do not use detergents from other manufacturers, as this may cause heavy foaming on the floor or in the waste water tank of the device.

   In addition, foam may form during the first cleaning runs if there is still residue on the floor from previously used detergents from other manufacturers.

6. To prevent foaming on the floor or in the device, add Foam Stop to the fresh water tank in addition to the detergent during the first few cleaning runs. Repeat the procedure if necessary.

7. Close the rubber flap.

8. Insert the fresh water tank into the device and push down until it audibly engages.

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9. Fit the top cover.

• Keep the floor free of objects lying around to ensure efficient cleaning. Obstacles require time-consuming cleaning because the cleaning robot has to drive around objects.

• Open the doors of the rooms that are to be cleaned.

• When operating the cleaning robot with the app: Carry out the configuration in the app so that the cleaning robot can clean according to individual cleaning requirements (no-go zones, different cleaning parameters, etc.), see chapter Settings in the app.

Cleaning can also be started from the cleaning robot without an app. The following commands can be executed using the buttons:

• Select cleaning mode via "Change cleaning mode" button, see Starting cleaning.

• Start cleaning via the On/Off/Pause button.

• Interrupt cleaning via the On/Off/Pause button.

• Return the cleaning robot manually to the charging station via the Home button.

The cleaning robot automatically returns to the charging station for recharging when it has completed a cleaning task or when the battery is too low during a cleaning process.

The KÄRCHER Indoor Robots App offers the following main functions, among others:

• Step-by-step guide for configuration options

• Map creation for rooms and several floors

• Setting of time schedules

• Definition of no-go zones and virtual walls

• Notes on faults or malfunctions and the cleaning progress

• Setting of cleaning parameters such as amount of water, cleaning intensity, number of passes or carpet avoidance mode

• Establishment of cleaning zones

• Activation/deactivation of the "Do not disturb" mode

• Calling up the live camera on the device

• Remote control of the device

• FAQ with detailed troubleshooting guide

1. Place the cleaning robot manually on the charging station and make sure that the battery terminals have a good contact.

   The cleaning robot switches on automatically and emits an acoustic signal.

   The LED bar pulsates white.

Note

Alternatively, the cleaning robot can also be switched on when it is not on the charging station:

2. Keep On/Off/Pause button pressed for 5 seconds.

   The cleaning robot switches on.

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1. Press the On/Off/Pause button.

   The cleaning robot gives an acoustic signal and first creates a map of the surroundings without cleaning.

   The LED buttons and the LED bar light up white.

   When the map creation is finished, the cleaning robot returns to the charging station.

Note

Wait a few seconds until you press the On/Off/Pause button again so that the robot can save the map.

2. Select the desired cleaning mode.

   1. Open the top cover.

   2. Select the desired cleaning mode via the "Change cleaning mode" buttonon the device.

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3. Press the On/Off/Pause button.

   The cleaning robot gives an acoustic signal and starts cleaning.

   The LED buttons and the LED bar light up blue or yellow depending on the selected cleaning mode.

1. In the app, press the control panel "Start" and follow the steps indicated as needed.

   The cleaning robot gives a audible signal and starts the map creation.

   The LED buttons and the LED bar light up white.

   When the map creation is finished, the cleaning robot returns to the charging station.

Individual configurations of the map can be made in the app.

• Virtual walls and restricted areas prevent the cleaning robot from entering areas that should not be cleaned.

• With spot cleaning or cleaning zones, the robot can specifically clean the areas selected by the user once.

• With different cleaning modes, the cleaning intensity can be selected individually for each room depending on the type of floor or soiling (amount of water, number of passes per area, different roller speeds and robot travel speed, etc.)

Downloading the app is described in the chapter Connecting cleaning robots with WLAN and App.

1. Follow the step-by-step instructions in the App.

1. Select the desired map in the app and start cleaning according to the individual configuration.

1. Press any button during cleaning.

   The cleaning robot stops.

   The LED buttons pulse blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar pulses blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

2. Press the On/Off/Pause button.

   Cleaning continues.

   The LED buttons light up blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar lights up blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

1. In the app, press the control panel "Break".

   The cleaning robot stops.

   The LED buttons pulse blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar pulses blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

2. In the app, press the control panel "Start".

   Cleaning continues.

   The LED buttons light up blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar lights up blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

Optical signals warn of a flat battery:

• The LED buttons pulsate red when the battery is empty and needs to be recharged.

  Note

  If the cleaning robot didn’t complete the cleaning before, it will resume cleaning once the battery is recharged.

1. If the robot is currently performing a cleaning run, press any button.

   The cleaning robot stops.

   The LED buttons pulse blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar pulses blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

2. Press the Home button.

   The cleaning is cancelled.

   The cleaning robot moves to the charging station for recharging.

   As soon as the cleaning robot is connected to the charging station, the LED buttons pulsate green.

The cleaning robot automatically returns to the charging station for recharging when it has completed a cleaning task or when the battery is too low during a cleaning process.

1. If the robot is currently performing a cleaning run, press the control panel "Break" in the app.

   The cleaning robot stops.

   The LED buttons pulse blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

   The LED bar pulses blue or yellow (depending on the selected cleaning mode).

2. In the app, press the control panel "Charge".

   The cleaning is cancelled.

   The cleaning robot moves to the charging station for recharging.

   As soon as the cleaning robot is connected to the charging station, the LED buttons pulsate green.

The cleaning robot automatically returns to the charging station for recharging when it has completed a cleaning task or when the battery is too low during a cleaning process.

When the waste water tank is full, the LED buttons and the LED bar pulsate red.

1. Remove the waste water tank, see Remove waste water tank.

2. Pull the opening lever on the waste water tank upwards and lift the cover of the waste water tank.

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3. Empty the waste water tank. In case of stubborn dirt, rinse the waste water tank with fresh water or clean it with the cleaning brush.

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4. Close the cover of the waste water tank.

5. Insert the waste water tank, see Fitting the waste water tank.

6. To continue cleaning, press the On/Off/Pause button button.

1. Remove the top cover.

2. Press the clip and grip the dust container by the handle grooves to remove it from the device.

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3. Fold the flap down.

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4. Empty the dust container.

5. Fold the flap upwards until it audibly latches into place.

6. Insert the dust container.

7. To continue cleaning, press the On/Off/Pause button button.

When the fresh water tank is empty, the LED buttons and the LED bar pulsate red.

1. Fill the fresh water tank (see chapter Filling the fresh water tank).

1. Press and hold the On/Off/Pause button 5 seconds.

   The LED buttons and the LED bar go out.

   The cleaning robot switches off.

2. Empty and clean the waste water tank in the device, see Cleaning the waste water tank.

3. Empty and clean the dust container, see Cleaning the dust container.

4. Clean the cleaning roller and allow to dry, see chapter Cleaning the cleaning roller.

5. Clean the Scraper unit with the hair comb, see chapter Cleaning the roller cassette and scraper unit with hair comb.

6. Clean the cleaning brush, see Cleaning the cleaning brush.

If you switch to a new router or change your WLAN password, you must update the cleaning robot's WLAN connection.

1. Switch on the cleaning robot, see chapter Switching on the cleaning robot.

2. Press the On/Off/Pause button and the Home button simultaneously for 3 seconds until an acoustic signal sounds.

1. Press the Home button for 5 seconds until a signal sounds.

2. Press the Home button again for 5 seconds until a signal sounds.

   The factory settings are restored.

Where possible, always transport or return the device in the original packaging. Please contact our Service Department if the original packaging is not available.

The lithium-ion battery is subject to the requirements of dangerous goods regulations.

An undamaged and functional battery pack can be transported by the user in public traffic areas without any further restrictions.

When shipping by third parties (transport companies), special requirements for packaging and labelling must be observed.

Observe the national regulations.

Clean the sensors at least monthly. Always clean the sensors immediately if they become dirty.

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1. Wipe the sensors with a soft cloth.

Clean the contacts on the device and the waste water tank at least once a month. Always clean the contacts immediately if they become dirty.

1. Remove the waste water tank, see Remove waste water tank.

2. Wipe the contacts on the device and the waste water tank with a soft cloth.

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For information on the waste water tank cleaning and emptying procedure, see chapter Emptying the dust container.

1. Remove the magnetic cover on the roller cassette.

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2. Press the unlocking button on the roller cassette.

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   The roller cassette detaches from the cleaning robot.

3. Remove the roller cassette from the cleaning robot.

4. Fold up the scraper unit.

5. Remove the cleaning roller from the roller cassette.

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6. Clean the cleaning roller under running water or wash it in the washing machine at max. 60 °C.

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7. Clean the roller drive with a moist cloth.

8. Allow the cleaning roller to air dry.

1. Remove the magnetic cover on the roller cassette.

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2. Press the roller cassette unlocking button.

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   The roller cassette detaches from the cleaning robot.

3. Remove the roller cassette from the cleaning robot.

4. Fold up the Scraper unit.

5. Remove the cleaning roller from the roller cassette.

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6. Clean the Scraper unit under running water.

   Note

   Do not clean the Scraper unit and the roller cassette in the dishwasher, as this may damage the components.

7. Remove stubborn dirt with the cleaning tool.

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8. Fold down the Scraper unit.

9. Pay attention to the cassette guide and push the roller cassette into the cleaning robot until it audibly engages.

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10. Attach the magnetic cover to the roller cassette.

1. Empty the dust container.

2. ATTENTION

   Damage to electronic components

   Do not clean the dust container with water.

   Clean the dust container with the cleaning tool supplied.

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3. Fold the flap upwards until it audibly latches into place.

4. Insert the dust container.

We recommend cleaning the filters regularly. This prevents them from becoming clogged.

1. Remove the top cover.

2. Press the clip and grip the dust container by the handle grooves to remove it from the device.

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3. Press the clamp.

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4. Open the cover.

5. Remove the filter.

6. Clean the filter under running water with the cleaning tool supplied.

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7. Allow the filter to dry completely.

8. Press the filter into position.

9. Close the cover of the dust container.

10. Insert the dust container.

1. Turn the cleaning robot upside down.

   Note

   Make sure to empty or remove the fresh and waste water tank from the device beforehand.

2. Press the clamps on the brush cover together.

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3. Remove the brush cover.

4. Remove the cleaning brush.

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5. Clean the cleaning brush with the cleaning tool supplied.

6. Insert the cleaning brush.

7. Fit the brush cover and press it down until it audibly latches into place.

Dirt particles (such as sand, etc.) can get stuck on the running surface and then damage sensitive, smooth floor surfaces.

1. Clean the running surface of the wheels with a damp cloth.

1. Remove the waste water tank, see Remove waste water tank.

2. Press the roller cassette unlocking button.

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   The roller cassette detaches from the cleaning robot.

3. Remove the roller cassette from the cleaning robot.

4. Clean the bottom of the device and the exposed inner surfaces as well as the visible contacts and sensors with a damp cloth.

5. Pay attention to the cassette guide and push the roller cassette into the cleaning robot until it audibly engages.

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6. Insert the waste water tank, see Fitting the waste water tank.

• Observe the manufacturer's dosing quantity recommendations when dosing with detergent or care agents.

• To prevent foaming, fill the fresh water tank with water first and the add the detergent or care agent.

• To prevent the tank from overflowing, be sure to leave enough space for the detergent or care agent when filling with water.

A worn cleaning roller can worsen the cleaning result.

1. Check the cleaning roller regularly for wear and replace if necessary.

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorized Customer Service.

• Battery does not charge 

• The cleaning robot moves slowly and does not clean in an organised manner 

• The cleaning robot is returning to the charging station more frequently 

• The LED buttons and the LED bar on the device pulsate red 

• The LED buttons pulse red and the LED bar on the device does not light up 

• The LED buttons flash red and the LED bar on the device does not light up 

Cause:

The charging contacts are dirty.

Remedy:

1. Wipe the charging contacts on both the charging station and the cleaning robot with a dry cloth.

Cause:

Ambient temperature below 0 °C or above 35 °C.

Remedy:

1. Use the cleaning robot at temperatures above 0 °C and below 35 °C.

Cause:

The mains cable of the charging station is not plugged in.

Remedy:

1. Plug in the mains cable of the charging station.

Cause:

The wall tracking sensor is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Clean the wall tracking sensor, see Cleaning the sensors.

Cause:

The laser sensor (LiDAR) is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Clean the laser sensor (LiDAR), see Cleaning the sensors.

Cause:

The fresh water tank is not sitting properly in the device.

Remedy:

1. Insert the fresh water tank into the device correctly.

Cause:

The waste water tank in the device is full or dirty.

Remedy:

1. Empty the waste water tank.

2. Clean the waste water tank, see Cleaning the waste water tank.

3. Clean the contacts on the waste water tank, see Cleaning the contacts.

Cause:

The fresh water tank is empty.

Remedy:

1. Fill the fresh water tank.

Cause:

The waste water tank is full.

Remedy:

1. Empty the waste water tank.

Cause:

The battery is empty.

Remedy:

1. Charge the battery.

Cause:

The dust container is not located in the device.

Remedy:

1. Insert the dust container.

Cause:

The battery charge is less than 20 %. The device cannot start cleaning.

Remedy:

1. Charge the battery.

If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.

• Battery does not charge 

• The cleaning robot moves slowly and does not clean in an organised manner 

• The cleaning robot is returning to the charging station more frequently 

• The LED buttons and the LED bar on the device pulsate red 

• The LED buttons pulse red and the LED bar on the device does not light up 

• The LED buttons flash red and the LED bar on the device does not light up 

Cause:

The charging contacts are dirty.

Remedy:

1. Wipe the charging contacts on both the charging station and the cleaning robot with a dry cloth.

Cause:

Ambient temperature below 0 °C or above 35 °C.

Remedy:

1. Use the cleaning robot at temperatures above 0 °C and below 35 °C.

Cause:

The mains cable of the charging station is not plugged in.

Remedy:

1. Plug in the mains cable of the charging station.

Cause:

The wall tracking sensor is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Clean the wall tracking sensor, see Cleaning the sensors.

Cause:

The laser sensor (LiDAR) is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Clean the laser sensor (LiDAR), see Cleaning the sensors.

Cause:

The fresh water tank is not sitting properly in the device.

Remedy:

1. Insert the fresh water tank into the device correctly.

Cause:

The waste water tank in the device is full or dirty.

Remedy:

1. Empty the waste water tank.

2. Clean the waste water tank, see Cleaning the waste water tank.

3. Clean the contacts on the waste water tank, see Cleaning the contacts.

Cause:

The fresh water tank is empty.

Remedy:

1. Fill the fresh water tank.

Cause:

The waste water tank is full.

Remedy:

1. Empty the waste water tank.

Cause:

The battery is empty.

Remedy:

1. Charge the battery.

Cause:

The dust container is not located in the device.

Remedy:

1. Insert the dust container.

Cause:

The battery charge is less than 20 %. The device cannot start cleaning.

Remedy:

1. Charge the battery.

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

Further information can be found at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG hereby declares that the radio device type Robo Cleaner complies with the 2014/53/EU directive. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.kaercher.com/RVF7.