iRobot® Verro™
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1. loss of warranty Allow the cleaner to remain in the pool for 15 to 20 minutes following the end of its cleaning cycle This will allow the motors to cool adequately Do not use Verro in a pool warmer than 100 degrees Fahrenheit Do not use the floating power cord to lift Verro from the pool Use the handle Do not force the floating power cord plug It will fit into the socket only one way Do not leave your cleaner in direct sunlight when not in use Never leave the Power Supply in direct sunlight and avoid leaving it in the rain www irobot com 3 Robot Tips Tip Clean the filter bag regularly Verro uses the force of the water pumped through its filter bag to move properly If the filter bag is not kept clean Verro will not move or clean properly Tip Store Verro in a dry place out of direct sunlight at a temperature between 50 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit The Power Supply is water resistant but not waterproof and may be damaged by rain Important Failure to properly store Verro will result in loss of warranty Tip Robot recommends using the mesh filter bag included when the pool contains a significant quantity of large debris leaves etc such as when the pool is opened for the season The fine filter bag is ideal for filtering small debris algae sand etc and for regular maintenance Tip Periodically straighten the floating power cord with the Detangler Tip Verro s Power Supply has an automatic timer2. port see Cleaning the impeller above in order to see the direction baffle Check to make sure that it swings freely in both directions 20 Robot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Troubleshooting Most problems with Verro are caused by a dirty or clogged filter bag Verro depends on water flowing freely through the filter bag to operate at peak efficiency If the filter bag gets clogged Verro will not be able to clean as effectively and may not move as well The fine filter bag can trap particles as small as two microns across and can be clogged by particles too small to see If rinsing the filter bag by hand with a hose doesn t solve the problem try machine washing it in cold water Don t use detergent fabric softener bleach or any other additive Do not machine dry the filter bag If you find the fine filter bag gets clogged too quickly consider using the mesh bag instead Always turn off Verro s Power Supply and unplug it before troubleshooting any problem Problem likely Cause What to Do Verro moves The filter bag needs to Clean the filter bag p 13 slowly be cleaned Flaps in the vacuum Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes p 20 intakes at bottom of robot are blocked Wheels or axles are Check wheels and axles for dirt and debris not turning freely The pump impeller is Clean the pump impeller p 17 fouled by dirt or debris Verro does The filter bag needs to Clean the filter bag p 13 not c
3. View Front View 1 Fuse Holder 3 Power ON OFF Switch 2 Power Supply cord 4 Time Control Dial 5 Socket For Floating Power Cord 6 Reset Button www irobot com T iRobot Using Verro Uncoil the floating power cord and spread it over the surface of the water ensuring that it is not tangled or kinked Place Verro upside down in the pool and rock it from side to side to allow air to escape Turn Verro over and allow it to sink to the bottom of the pool so that the wheels rest on the bottom of the pool Plug the floating power cord into the Power Supply Be sure not to force the plug as it will only go in one way Ensure that the Power Supply is at least 12 feet from the pool and that the power switch is OFF Plug the Power Supply into a GFCI outlet Ensure the electric outlet has been properly grounded Never leave the Power Supply plugged in when Verro is not in use Warning A Ground Fault Current Interrupter GFCI must be installed to protect your electric outlet and prevent any possible electric shock 8 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Using Verro cont Set the time control dial to 30 seconds See Adjusting the Time Control Dial below Turn the Power Supply switch ON then press the reset button The light on the Power Supply will illuminate and Verro will start to clean your pool After approximately two hours Verro will stop and the Power Supply light will
4. e robot that loosen dirt and attached particles which are then vacuumed up Verro uses the force of the water being pumped through the robot to hold itself against the surface it is cleaning and to move along it Each time it changes direction Verro automatically alters it course slightly so that it covers the entire bottom and sides of the pool efficiently www irobot com 11 Robot Adjusting the Time Control Dial The time control dial determines how long Robot Verro travels in one direction before stopping and reversing direction Adjust it so that Verro goes from the waterline on one side of the pool to the waterline on the other side at the widest point waiting approximately two seconds on each side Turning the time control dial clockwise lengthens the time between Verro reversing direction turning the time control dial counter clockwise shortens the time Once the time control dial has been set to your satisfaction it will not need to be adjusted unless you use a different type of filter bag If Verro starts to consistently not reach the waterline or starts moving more slowly try cleaning the filter bag 12 Robot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Cleaning the Filter Bag It is very important to clean Verro s filter regularly in order to keep it running at peak efficiency The fine filter bag can trap particles as small as two microns across For comparison the period at the end of this sentence is more tha
5. e the bottom cover Make sure the tabs click into place 14 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Maintenance and Adjustment Rinsing Verro iRobot recommends that you rinse Verro with a garden hose after using it This will extend the life of the plastic and keep your robot looking good for years to come Storage Store Verro in a dry place out of direct sunlight at a temperature between 50 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit The Power Supply is water resistant but not waterproof and may be damaged by rain Important Failure to properly store Verro will result in loss of warranty www irobot com 15 Robot Maintenance and Adjustment cont Untwisting the Floating Power Cord Check the floating power cord periodically for external damage Verro is designed to travel around your pool in a way that reduces any tendency for the cord to become twisted However if the cord tangles or kinks and will not lie properly on the surface of the water it may be neces sary to untwist it using the Detangler Unplug the Power Supply Please keep the plug away from contact with water Unplug the floating power cord from the Power Supply E Place the robot so that you can walk away from it for 50 feet Holding the Detangler in your hand walk away from Verro The Detangler allows the floating power cord to rotate in the handgrip so that it untwists as you walk If the cord is not fully untwisted by the time it is straigh
6. iRobot Verro OWNER S MANUAL Model 300 ODO www irobot com Robot Safety Notes WARNING Your cleaner should not be used while people are swimming in the pool A Ground Fault Current Interrupter GFCI must be installed to protect your electric outlet and prevent any possible electric shock The unit must be supplied through a Ground Fault Current Interrupter outlet The connection to the branch circuit should be consistent with the local and national wiring rules electrical code If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer s service agent or a qualified and trained person in order to avoid hazards Always remember to turn the Power Supply OFF and unplug it from the power outlet before removing the cleaner from the pool Shut off and unplug the Power Supply every time you remove the cleaner from the water Do not plug the Power Supply in within 12 feet of the pool Do not leave the cleaner in the pool all the time Mishandling the unit can result in leakage of lubricants Please keep the plug away from contact with water 2 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Cautions Please read this manual completely before operating your pool cleaner Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference Do not switch the pool cleaner ON if it is not fully immersed in water Operating the cleaner out of water will cause severe damage immediately and will result in
7. irt or debris Robot Verro Owner s Manual What to Do Clean the filter bag p 13 Set the time control dial p 12 Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes p 20 Check wheels and axles for dirt and debris Clean the pump impeller p 17 Clean the filter bag p 13 Set the time control dial p 12 Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes p 20 Check wheels and axles for dirt and debris Clean the pump impeller p 17 Check the direction baffle p 20 Clean the filter bag p 13 Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes p 20 Clean the pump impeller p 17 iRobot Troubleshooting cont Likely Cause What to Do Verro is not removing The filter bag needs to Clean the filter bag p 13 attached dirt be cleaned and debris Flaps in the vacuum Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes intakes at bottom of p 20 robot are blocked The pump impeller is Clean the pump impeller p 17 fouled by dirt or debris Jet tube is blocked Clean jet tube p 19 The floating power The floating power cord Use Detangler to untwist the cord p 16 cord is tangled is twisted or kinked Verro gets stuck on The floating power cord Use Detangler to untwist the cord p 16 its floating power cord is twisted Verro will not start a Reset required Turn Power Supply OFF and then back ON cleaning cycle Press reset button Verro is not plugged Plug Verro into the Power Supply i
8. n 500 microns across These small particles can clog the filter bag reducing the amount of water that Verro can pump Since Verro uses the water it pumps both to clean and to move around a clogged filter can significantly reduce Verro s effectiveness The mesh filter bag is less susceptible to clogging from small particles but it will also eventually become clogged by larger particles such as leaves acorns etc Turn the Power Supply OFF unplug the floating power cord from the Power Supply and remove Verro from the pool Please keep the plug away from water Place Verro upside down on a towel to prevent scratches Unlock and remove the bottom panel by pushing the two locking tabs toward the sides of the robot www irobot com 13 iRobot Cleaning the Filter Bag cont E Remove the filter bag assembly Q Remove the filter bag from the support bars Q Turn the filter bag inside out and rinse away any accumulated debris with a hose Gently agitate and squeeze the bag while rinsing it until the water is clear If this does not remove all visible dirt machine wash the bag using cold water on the gentle cycle Do not use detergents fabric softeners bleach or other additives and do not machine dry O Turn the filter bag so that the felt surface is on the inside and the smooth shiny surface is on the outside and place it back on the support bars Replace filter bag assembly in the robot Replac
9. nto the Power Supply The Power Supply is not Plug the Power Supply into GFCI outlet only plugged in www irobot com 23 Robot Robot Customer Care Please visit our web site at www irobot com for support tips frequently asked questions or information about accessories and other Robot products We would like to hear from you Should you still need assistance call our customer care representative at 877 855 8593 Robot Customer Care Hours Monday Friday 9AM 7PM Eastern Time Saturday 9AM 6PM Eastern Time 24 Robot Verro Owner s Manual Register your IRobot Verro today SAVE 15 on all accessories Verro Accessories Mesh Filter Bag Fine Filter Bag To purchase accessories Call 800 727 9077 or visit our website at store irobot com See registration card for details Pricing and availability subject to change Shipping and handling not included E 2007 iRobot Corporation 63 South Avenue Burlington MA 01803 All rights reserved g O Robot is a registered trademark and Verro is a trademark of Robot Corporation Cover photo O Veer Incorporated 2002 2005 All rights Reserved 3001 07
10. over be cleaned entire pool Time control dial is not Set the time control dial p 12 set properly Floating power cord is Move Power Supply so that it is near not positioned to allow the middle of a long side of the pool Verro to reach all of pool Flaps in the vacuum Check the flaps in the vacuum intakes p 20 intakes at bottom of robot are blocked Wheels or axles are Check wheels and axles for dirt not turning freely and debis The pump impeller is Clean the pump impeller p 17 fouled by dirt and debris www irobot com 21 Robot Troubleshooting cont Problem Verro reverses directio reaching end of pool Verro waits too long at side changing direction Verro does not reverse Verro is not vacuuming well 22 Likely Cause The filter bag needs to n before be cleaned Time control dial is not set properly Flaps in the vacuum intakes at bottom of robot are blocked Wheels or axles are not turning freely The pump impeller is fouled by dirt or debris The filter bag needs to of pool before be cleaned Time control dial is not set properly Flaps in the vaccum intakes at bottom of robot are blocked Wheels or axles are not turning freely The pump impeller is fouled by dirt or debris The direction baffle is direction impeded The filter bag needs to be cleaned Flaps in the vacuum intakes at bottom of robot are blocked The pump impeller is fouled by d
11. power washers to loosen attached dirt and debris as it moves around the pool If the tubes that carry these jets from the impeller to the nozzles under the robot become blocked Verro will not be able to clean as well If Verro is not doing a good job of loosening attached dirt and other measures cleaning the filter inspecting the vacuum intakes etc have not worked check the tubes Unplug the Power Supply Please keep the plug away from contact with water Unplug the floating power cord from the Power Supply Examine the clear tubes for obstructions Remove the tube by pulling it from the holders at each end The tubes are not glued in place Clear any blockage by flushing the tube with cold water Q Reinsert the tube into the holders at each end do not use any form of lubricant other than water www irobot com 19 Robot Checking the Flaps in the Vacuum Intakes There is a flap just inside each vacuum intake at the bottom of the robot These flaps must freely open and close If they do not remove any dirt or debris that is interfering with their operation Cleaning the Direction Baffle Verro uses a baffle to redirect the flow of water so that it can move forward and backward If this baffle becomes fouled or clogged Verro will not be able to change direction To clean the direction baffle direct a high pressure jet of water from a hose into the jet valve port It may be helpful to remove the jet valve
12. t simply give it a few more turns by hand 16 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Maintenance and Adjustment cont Cleaning the Impeller Verro uses an impeller to pump water up through the vacuum intakes at the bottom of the robot and out the jet valve housing at the top If this impeller becomes fouled by hair string etc it will reduce the amount of water Verro can pump and may reduce the life of the motor If you notice that Verro is not cleaning well or that it is having difficulty mov ing around the pool and other measures cleaning the filter bag checking the vacuum intakes etc have not corrected the problem check the impeller Unplug the Power Supply Please keep the plug away from contact with water Unplug the floating power cord from the Power Supply Remove the screws that attach the jet valve ports See Jet Valve Housing Assembly illustration on page 7 O Remove the jet valve port Inspect the impeller especially at the bottom for hair string etc If the impeller is fouled bend a large paper clip as shown www irobot com 17 Robot Q Using the bent paper clip hook the material fouling the impeller It may be helpful to use a small flashlight to see better ED Replace the jet valve port 6 Replace the screws 18 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Maintenance and Adjustment cont Cleaning the Jet Tubes Verro uses two powerful jets of water like
13. that shuts Verro OFF after approximately two hours of operation When this happens the power switch will remain ON To start another cleaning cycle switch the Power Supply OFF and then back ON and then press the reset button 4 Robot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot Table of Contents ANATOMY nasa een 6 7 SP E E EEA E TT 6 7 USINE VE engeren 8 HOW VEIO VO ana ta 11 Adjusting the Time Control Dial isuiciriiiar iii 12 Cleaning the Filter BA nennen nenne 13 14 Maintenance and AdjUStMENTt rr 15 20 HOUDIESNOOLINE ria 21 23 So usb E ee 24 www irobot com 5 Robot 13 Foam Float Clip 6 Robot Verro Owner s Manual _ Anatomy N Ks a a LA Pas ES rd 16 MN E NA NON df ME po n C gt gt FTA i ae CE Pu o N a TC Me a amp Pa I T_ Pai N fF By ws fi N 22 3 ae ha E 4 u u 4 CC fa e p Parts List 1 Cable Grommet 14 Bottom Lid Assembly 2 Body Assembly 15 Jet Valve Port 3 Jet Tube Bushing 16 Jet Valve Housing 4 Jet Tube 17 Floating Power Cord 5 Filter Screen 18 Fixed Axle Housing 6 Pump Motor 19 2 Wheel 7 Axle 20 Side Plate 8 Wheel 21 Handle 9 Washer 22 Wheel Hubcap 10 Steering Axle Housing 23 Star Washer 11 Square Foam Float 24 Jet Nozzle 12 Filter Bag 25 Locking Tab iRobot Jet Valve Housing Assembly 15 Jet Valve Port 15A Jet Valve Port Screw 16 Jet Valve Housing Time Control Dial Rear
14. turn off To stop Verro before the end of the cleaning cycle switch the Power Supply OFF www irobot com 9 Robot Using Verro cont Wait 20 minutes before removing Verro from the pool to allow the pump motor to cool Shut off and unplug the Power Supply every time you remove the cleaner from the water Always remember to turn the Power Supply OFF and unplug it from the power outlet before removing the cleaner from the pool 10 Unplug the Power Supply from the GFCI outlet Never leave the Power Supply plugged in when Verro is not in use Unplug the floating power cord from the Power Supply Use the floating power cord to pull Verro to the edge of the pool then use the handle to lift it out of the water Water will drain from Verro as it is lifted CAUTION Removing Verro by its floating power cord may cause severe damage to the cord requiring costly repairs Store Verro and its Power Supply in a dry area out of direct sunlight The Power Supply is water resistant but not waterproof and may be damaged by rain 10 iRobot Verro Owner s Manual iRobot How Verro Works iRobot Verro uses a powerful motor to draw 80 gallons of water per minute through the filter bag This creates strong suction at two inlet ports under the robot that draws dirt and debris such as bacteria algae leaves and even coins into the filter bag where they are trapped The pump motor also drives two high pressure jets under th
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