iRobot Scooba 230 Product Manual - Page 12

Battery Charging and Storage The charger will flash twice when plugged in to show that it has power. Scooba is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. Scooba Charger Light Battery Status This battery can last for hundreds of cleaning cycles if cared for properly. The battery is a consumable item Solid green Fully charged (6 month warranty from date of purchase) and after Slow green pulse Regular Charge (up to 8 hours) a period of normal use the battery's ability to hold an Fast green pulse Refresh charge (up to 15 hours) electrical charge will be diminished. No light when Not connected to Scooba Charge Scooba by plugging charger into wall and plugged in connecting charger to robot. No light when Refer to troubleshooting guide To extend the battery life, always store Scooba connected to Scooba connected to a plugged in charger. For more details on how to maintain Scooba's battery life, visit www.irobot.com/support. TIP: For long-term storage of 3 months or longer, fully charge the battery and then remove it from the robot. Store in a cool, dry place. The battery should be recharged at least every 6 months. Cleaning Time You should fully charge Scooba's battery before each cleaning cycle. When fully charged, Scooba's battery will last for at least one full cleaning cycle or two short cycles. 15-Hour Refresh Charge If Scooba has been left unplugged for an extended period, Scooba will initiate a special 15-hour charge cycle. This extensive charge refreshes Scooba's battery and extends the battery life. While charging, the charger light will pulse quickly. Note: For best results, do not interrupt this Refresh Charge. 12 iRobot Scooba 200 Series Owner's Manual