OWNER’S MANUAL
Junior
Congratulations on your new intelligent floor cleaner! Junior is now at your service.
To see Junior at his best, please read the Quick Start Guide and this manual thor-
oughly. Welcome to the bObsweep family and happy cleaning!
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact our helpful team at:
Congratulations!
Getting Junior
Ready
to Clean
Install Side Brush
Let Junior Charge
Sync Junior’s Charging
Station & Remote
Cover
Buttons
Important Safety
Instructions
Charging
and Remote
Control
Charging Station
Placement
Auto Charging
Manual Charging
Conserving Battery
Remote Control
Syncing Junior’s
Remote
What Comes in
Junior’s Box?
Junior’s Anatomy
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Troubleshooting
and
Checkup Test
Troubleshooting
Checkup Test
Maintenance
Dustbin
Filters
Main Brush
Side Brush
Sensors
Deactivate Edge
Sensors
Battery
Storing
Warranty
Information
Cleaning Behavior
& Challenges
FAQs
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End User License
Agreement for
Bobsweep
Software and
Junior
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Always follow basic safety precautions, including:
Read ALL instructions before use.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse any part of Junior in water or
other liquids.
Unplug Junior from the wall outlet when he is not in use and before conducting main-
tenance.
Do not operate Junior or his charging station if they have been damaged in any way.
If Junior is not working as he should, or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped in water, contact our customer care center at [email protected].
Do not handle Junior or his charging station with wet hands; use only on dry surfaces.
Do not use Junior outdoors.
Junior is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless under the close
supervision of a person responsible for their safety.
Do not pull or carry the charging station and/or charging adaptor by the cord, use
the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges
or corners. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. To unplug the cord, grasp the
plug, not the cord itself.
Do not mutilate or incinerate the battery, as it will explode at high temperatures.
Do not attempt to open Junior’s charging station and/or charging adapter. Repairs on
his station should only be carried out by our qualified customer care center.
Do not expose Junior, Junior’s charging station, and/or charging adapter to high tem-
peratures or allow moisture or humidity of any kind to come into contact with it.
Do not let Junior pick up toxic materials (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner,
etc.).
Important Safety Instructions
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Do not let Junior pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, match-
es, or hot ashes. Do not use Junior to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline, nor use him in areas where they may be present.
Do not use Junior in an enclosed space filled with vapors given off by oil-based paint,
paint thinner, moth-proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic va-
pors.
Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If the
liquid gets on skin, wash quickly with water. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them
immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes, and seek medical attention.
Do not use Junior for anything other than his intended purpose, as specified in this
manual.
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Junior, Your Intelligent Floor Cleaner 1
Charging Station 2
Spare Main Brush 3
Charging Adapter 4
Remote Control 5
Screwdriver 6
2 Side Brushes (1 Spare) 7
Cleaning Tool 8
Pack of Screws 9
Filter Replacement 10
Owner’s Manual, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card 11
Bumper Stickers 12
What Comes in Junior’s Box?
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12
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1
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Junior’s Anatomy
Top View
Bumper 1
Cover Receiver 2
Display 3
Cover Buttons 4
Bottom View
Charging Plates 1
Front Wheel 2
Side Brush 3
Battery 4
Main Brush 5
ON/OFF Switch (on Junior’s side) 6
Charging Inlet (on Junior’s side) 7
Left and Right Wheels 8
Dustbin 9
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Remote Control 1
Charging Station 2
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2
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Cover Buttons
GO! 1
Junior will clean on his default setting
WAFFLE 2
Junior will clean a targeted mess
MUTE 3
Mute Junior’s beeping
CHECKUP 4
Put Junior in checkup mode / Deactivate edge sensors
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Getting Junior
Ready to Clean
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Install Junior’s Side Brush
Before Junior’s first clean, you must install his side brush, which allows him to sweep
along corners, walls, and other hard-to-reach places.
To do this, you will need the following materials, all of which are included inside
Junior’s box: a side brush, a flat head screwdriver, and a short screw.
Flip Junior over onto a
flat surface. Place the
side brush over the
empty socket on Ju-
nior’s underside.
Secure Junior’s side brush
onto the socket using the
flat head screwdriver and
short screw.
You may use the additional
side brush and screws as
spares.
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OR
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Plug the charging adapter into the side
of the charging station. The station’s red
power light will turn on.
Place Junior on his charging station with
the metal plates on his underbelly sitting
on top of the nodes on his station.
After installing Junior’s side brush, you must now set him to charge.
Charge Junior
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Plug the charging adapter into Junior’s
side. Junior will chirp and start charging.
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cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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When Junior is charging, the battery
bars on his display screen will flash and
the word “Charging” will appear.
When Junior has fully charged, the bat-
tery bars will remain still and the word
“Charging” will disappear.
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Junior automatically returns to his charging station when his battery reaches 15%.
If Junior has trouble finding his station, it likely needs to be synced.
To sync the charging station:
Sync Junior’s Charging Station and Remote
While the station is
plugged in, hold down
the SYNC button on the
back of it.
Junior will chirp twice to
let you know the sync was
successful.
While still holding down
the SYNC button, flip Ju-
nior’s power switch ON.
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Junior’s remote runs on 2 AAA batteries (not included). If Junior is not responding to
his remote, it likely needs to be synced.
To sync the remote:
Hold down the PAUSE
button on Junior’s remote.
Junior will chirp twice to
let you know the sync was
successful.
While still holding down
the PAUSE button, flip Ju-
nior’s power switch ON.
1 2 3
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Junior is now ready to clean!
Press the GO! button on his cover — or on his remote — and he will clean on his
default setting.
Junior’s First Clean
Charging
&
Remote Control
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• Position the charging station against a wall on a hard, flat surface.
• Make sure there is at least 10 feet (3 meters) of open space to the front and 2 feet
(0.5 meters) to the sides.
Charging Station Placement
2 ft (0.5 m)
2 ft (0.5 m)
10 ft (3 m)
Junior is smart and automatically searches for his charging station when his battery
reaches 15%. If Junior has trouble finding his station, it likely needs to be synced.
To sync the charging station:
You can also direct Junior to his charging
station at any time by pressing the CHARGE
button on his remote.
Auto Charging
Plug the charging adapter
into the charging station.
The station’s red power
light will turn on.
Junior will chirp twice to
let you know the sync
was successful.
Hold down the SYNC
button on the back of the
charging station while at
the same time flipping Ju-
nior’s power switch ON.
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Using the charging station:
• Place Junior directly onto his plugged-in charging station.
• Make sure his charging plates sit directly on top of the nodes on his station.
Using the adapter:
• Plug the charging adapter directly into the inlet on Junior’s side.
Manual Charging
When Junior is charging, the
battery bars on his display
screen will flash and the word
“Charging” will appear.
When Junior has fully charged,
the battery bars will remain still
and the word “Charging” will
disappear.
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Junior should not sit on his charging station for more than 5 days. If you will not be using
him at least once every 5 days, flip his side power switch OFF to conserve battery.
Conserving Junior’s Battery
5
days
Adjust Junior’s cleaning speed, and control his movements from his remote control.
Power 1
GO! 2
Corner 3
Mute 4
Waffle 5
Charge 6
Speed 7
Navigational Arrows 8
Pause / Sync 9
Junior’s remote requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Do not leave the batteries
in the remote if you are not using it on a regular basis. Keep the remote at a normal
room temperature.
Remote Control
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8
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Power
• Wakes Junior or puts him in standby mode
GO!
• Junior will clean on his default setting
Corner
• Junior will start cleaning along corners and walls
Mute
• Mutes Junior’s beeping while he is in standby mode
Waffle
• Junior will target a localized mess
While in standby mode, Junior will
beep every 2 minutes to let you
know that he is not fully powered
off. To conserve Junior’s battery,
flip his power switch OFF, or press
the MUTE button on his cover or
remote to mute his beeping.
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Charge
• Sends Junior to his charging station
Speed
• Cycles through Junior’s cleaning speeds
Navigational buttons
• Guides Junior forward, backward, right, or left
Pause
• Pauses or resumes Junior’s movements
Hold down the navigational
buttons to keep Junior moving
in that desired direction.
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Syncing Junior’s Remote
If Junior is not responding to his remote, it likely needs to be synced.
To sync Junior’s remote:
Hold down the PAUSE
button on Junior’s remote.
Junior will chirp twice to
let you know the sync was
successful.
While still holding down
the PAUSE button, flip Ju-
nior’s power switch ON.
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Maintenance
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To empty the dustbin:
Dustbin
Push the center black button on Junior’s
back to release the dustbin, and pull.
Hold the dusbtin in one hand and us-
ing the other hand carefully open the
plastic gate upto a 90 degree angle to
empty the bin.
1 2
Do not force the
dustbin gate be-
yond 90 degrees to
avoid damaging it.
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You may wipe the dustbin with a dry
cloth or brush it with the cleaning tool.
When done, replace the transparent gate
and slide the dustbin back into Junior.
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Never wash the
dustbin nor fill it
with water or any
other fluid.
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Three filters are located inside the dustbin’s ceiling. These filters capture fine particles
and allergens, preventing them from escaping back into the air.
To remove the filters:
Filters
Eject the dustbin. Pull the filter’s frame towards you.
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You will see three filter layers:
1 High efficiency filter
for fine particles
2 Electrostatic filter
for smaller particles
3 Mesh filter
for larger particles
Use the cleaning tool to brush dust off the filters. It is recommended that you change
Junior’s filters every 6 months, depending on the frequency and intensity of his cleaning.
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It is recommended that you remove and clean Junior’s main brush on a weekly basis.
To clean Junior’s main brush:
Main Brush
Remove the screw secur-
ing Junior’s main brush
using a flat head screw-
driver.
You may use a pair of
scissors to cut away any
hair or threads wrapped
around the brush, or a
pair of tweezers to re-
move congestion from the
notches where the main
brush is held.
Use the cleaning tool to
remove hair and debris
from both ends of the
brush as well as the com-
partment inside Junior.
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To reinstall the brush:
Replace the end piece and insert the
opposite end of the brush into the square
indentation inside Junior.
Lastly, re-tighten the screw.
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It is recommended that you remove and clean Junior’s side brush on a weekly basis.
To clean Junior’s side brush:
Side Brush
Remove the side brush
using a flat head screw-
driver.
Replace the side brush
and re-tighten the screw.
Use the cleaning tool to
brush off hair tangled
around the side brush as
well as the socket where
the side brush is held.
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Dirt and dust on Junior’s wall and edge sensors can reduce his performance. Regularly
cleaning these sensors ensures that Junior keeps working at his best.
To clean Junior’s sensors:
Gently wet a soft cloth with cold water or rubbing alcohol. Then, wipe the wall sensors
along Junior’s bumper and the oval-shaped edge sensors on his underside.
Sensors
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Dark-colored carpeting and certain floor patterns may seem like edges to Junior’s
edge sensors.
If you notice that Junior stops working on your carpet and displays that he feels
“something funny going on” with his edge sensors, then you may need to to
temporarily deactivate them.
To deactivate Junior’s edge sensors:
Deactivate Edge Sensors
Flip Junior’s power switch ON. Hold
down the CHECKUP button on Junior’s
cover. The 4 bars at the top of the screen
will begin to flash on Junior’s screen.
After the 4 bars flash 7 times and remain
still, release the CHECKUP button. The
4 bars will remain lit. This means Ju-
nior’s edge sensors are deactivated.
1 2
Caution: When you
deactivate the edge
sensors, Junior will
not detect stairs or
sharp drops.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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To reactivate Junior’s edge sensors:
Hold down the CHECKUP button on
Junior’s cover. The 4 bars above it will
begin to flash on Junior’s screen.
After the 4 bars stop flashing and dis-
appear, release the CHECKUP button.
Junior’s edge sensors are active again.
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To replace Junior’s battery:
Battery
Remove the battery cover on Junior’s
underside using a Phillips head screw-
driver.
Lift the battery out of its compartment,
and unplug the connecting wires.
1 2
Do not let Junior sit idly with
his power switch ON for more
than five days; switch him OFF
to conserve his battery.
Plug the new battery in and slide it into
the empty compartment.
Re-tighten the screws on the battery
cover.
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Storing Junior
If you are not using Junior for an extended period of time, unplug his charging station,
remove his battery, and store everything in a dry place at room temperature.
Do not leave
Junior in direct
sunlight.
Plug the charging adapter into Junior’s side. Junior will chirp and start charging.
To charge Junior’s battery:
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Troubleshooting
&
Checkup
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When Junior is experiencing some difficulty, he will notify you by displaying on his
screen “Oops! I feel there’s something funny going on with my:” along with the name
of the part having an issue.
If after attempting the suggested solutions Junior’s problem persists, you may want
to perform a home checkup test on him [see page 52]. You may also contact our
customer care center at [email protected].
For handy video guides, visit bobsweep.com/junior-support, or scan this QR code:
Troubleshooting
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Edge Sensors
The edge sensors are blocked or dirty. Junior’s four, oval-shaped edge sensors are
located on his underside, near his bumper.
What to do:
• Clean the sensors using a clean, dry cloth or compressed air.
If Junior is continually having trouble with his edge sensors while
working on dark-colored carpeting, you may need to deactivate them.
To deactivate Junior’s edge sensors (also on page 42):
• Hold down the CHECKUP button on Junior’s cover. The
4 bars above CHECKUP will then flash on Junior’s screen.
• After the bars flash 7 times and remain still, release the CHECKUP button.
Touch Sensors
There is a small piece of debris trapped underneath Junior’s bumper that is interfering
with his touch sensors.
What to do:
• Slowly and carefully tap on Junior’s bumper to force the obstacle out.
• Use compressed air to clear out dust and debris trapped underneath the
bumper.
• Press the corner ends of the bumper until you hear a tiny “click” sound. If
the bumper is not clicking on its ends, the touch sensors may need to be
replaced.
Oops! I feel there’s something funny going on with my:
Caution: When you
deactivate the edge
sensors, Junior will
not detect stairs or
sharp drops.
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Left Wheel
Something is blocking the left wheel.
What to do:
• Use the cleaning tool or compressed air to remove any dust or debris that
may be jamming the left wheel.
Right Wheel
Something is blocking the right wheel.
What to do:
• Use the cleaning tool or compressed air to remove any dust or debris that
may be jamming the right wheel.
Main Brush
The main brush is unable to move freely.
What to do:
• Remove the main brush using a flat head screwdriver, and clean it thoroughly
from end to end.
• You may use a pair of scissors to cut hair or
thread wrapped around Junior’s brush, or a
pair of tweezers to remove congestion from the
square metal indentation where the main brush
is held.
If Junior has
trouble cleaning on
shag carpet or rug,
you may remove his
main brush and allow
him to vacuum with-
out it.
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Wall Sensors
The wall sensors are blocked or dirty.
What to do:
• Do a visual check on the transparent strip on Junior’s bumper. If it is too dirty
for you to see what is behind it, wipe it with a clean, damp cloth.
• To ensure nothing is jammed under the bumper, gently tap it and use com
pressed air to clear it of debris.
Dustbin
Junior’s dustbin is not properly installed, or the metal contact points on the dustbin’s
bottom are dirty.
What to do:
• Remove Junior’s dustbin and empty it.
• Turn the dustbin around and gently wipe the two metal connectors on its
bottom.
• Lastly, clean the metal contact points in the space inside Junior where the
dustbin is inserted.
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Power System
Junior’s battery is disconnected or is not charging.
What to do:
• Remove the battery cover and check Junior’s battery connection.
• Place Junior directly onto his charging station and allow him to charge for a
few hours.
If this fails to wake him, then Junior may need a new charging station.
What to do:
• Unplug the charging station and plug the adapter directly into the inlet on
Junior’s side. Allow him to charge for a few hours.
If connecting the charging adapter to Junior fails to wake him, he likely needs a new one.
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If Junior is not performing as well as he used to, you can diagnose the problem with
a simple home checkup test.
If Junior fails any part of the checkup test, he may need a replacement part. In this
case, please call our customer care center at 1-888-549-8847 for toll-free support in
the US and Canada, or email us at [email protected].
To put Junior in checkup mode:
Home Checkup Test
Flip Junior’s power switch
OFF.
Junior will chirp three
times to let you know he
is now in checkup mode.
Release the CHECKUP
button. Do not press any
additional buttons.
While holding down the
CHECKUP button on Ju-
nior’s cover, turn Junior’s
power switch ON.
1 2 3
While in check-
up mode, the
“bObsweep” logo
will flash on Ju-
nior’s screen.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step One: Edge Sensors
The 4 bars at the top of the screen should be lit on Junior’s display.
Lift Junior about 6 inches (15 cm) off the ground. You should see the 4 bars turn off.
If all 4 bars turn off while Junior is lifted, place Junior back on the floor and continue
on to the next step without pressing any additional buttons.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step Two: Wall Sensors
Use a thick, flat, and white surface to imitate a wall and drag it around Junior’s bumper.
The 5 bars at the bottom of the screen should light up one at a time as you move your
imitation wall around Junior’s bumper.
If all 5 bars light up, you may move on to the next step of the checkup test. Do not
press any additional buttons.
checkup
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Step Three: Touch Sensors
Press the left side of Junior’s bumper and the left bar should light up; press the right
side of the bumper and the right bar should light up.
Press the center of the bumper and both the left and right bars should light up at the
same time.
If both bars light up correctly, you may move on to the next step of the checkup test.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step Four: Charging Station
Next, press the GO! button on Junior’s cover.
The charging station must be synced and plugged in for this step of the checkup test.
Place Junior directly in front of his charging station, about 1ft away.
The four battery bars should be lit on Junior’s display.
1ft
The two middle battery bars represent Junior’s sensors. If they fail to light up, wipe
clean Junior’s cover receiver and the small sensor on the center of his bumper.
If all four bars light up correctly, you may move on to the next step of the checkup test.
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The far left and right battery bars represent the station’s sensors. If either one of them
fails to light up, then clean the window in front of Junior’s charging station.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step Five: Display Screen
Press the GO! button on Junior’s cover once more. Each icon on Junior’s screen will
light up in a repeating rotation.
Once the cycle has finished, you may move on to the next step of the checkup test.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step Six: Brush and Suction Power
Press the WAFFLE button on Junior’s cover.
Both the side brush and the main brush should start rotating and you should feel air
flowing from the back of the dustbin.
If Junior’s main brush is having difficulty moving, Junior will let you know by indicating
on his screen that there is “something funny going on” with his main brush.
If Junior’s vacuum motor is behaving oddly or if his dustbin has been removed, he will
indicate that there’s “something funny going on” with his dustbin.
Move on to the next step of the checkup test if all parts are working properly.
cleaning
charging
Oops! I feel there’s something funny
going on with my:
Edge Sensors
Touch Sensors
Left Wheel
Main Brush
Obstacle Sensors
Dustbin
Right Wheel
Mainboard
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Step Seven: Wheels
Lift Junior off the floor to keep him from running away! Next, press the MUTE button
and his wheels should drive forward.
Press the MUTE button once more. Junior’s wheels should drive backwards.
If Junior is having difficulty rotating either one of his wheels, he will indicate on his
screen that there is “something funny going on” with either one of them.
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If Junior completes the checkup test without any issues, then his internal parts are
working properly! Contact [email protected] or scan this QR code if you have
any questions, as our doctors at the bObsweep hospital are always ready to help!
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Every Junior purchased from an authorized seller and used anywhere in the world
includes a 1-year limited warranty, 5 years of subsidized visits to the bObsweep
hospital, and a lifetime of customer support. The warranty covers the battery and
all labor and parts, except consumables like brushes and filters. Postal charges are
not covered by the warranty.
Additional coverage plans are available for purchase at bobsweep.com/coverageplan.
Even after Junior’s 1-year warranty is over, replacement parts and visits to the
bObsweep hospital are subsidized between 25% – 50% for 5 years from the date he
was first purchased.
To activate Junior’s warranty, keep your original receipt and register him online at
bobsweep.com/warranties.
Warranty Information
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Junior’s cleaning pattern may look quite different from the way a human would clean:
he may spin in a gradually widening circle, follow along walls, or zigzag across a small
area. Sometimes he may seem to be ignoring some spaces or spending too much
time on others — but don’t worry! Junior will efficiently clean your home within the
course of a full cycle — just check his dustbin for the evidence!
It is best to let Junior work in his own way, even if his movements appear odd.
Moving him around, manipulating his movements, or picking him up may confuse
him and disrupt his cycle.
If you wish to control Junior’s movements manually, you may use the navigational
buttons on his remote. If your rooms are divided by higher ledges than Junior is able to
climb, you may block off the area using blOck’s digital barriers (available separately).
Junior’s Cleaning Behavior
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Unique Furniture
Junior is designed to maneuver around furniture of most shapes and sizes, but certain
configurations may confuse him temporarily. Junior may sometimes find it difficult to
clean under chairs with narrow legs, or furniture that is too low for his bumper sensors
to detect. Specialty furniture, such as desk chairs with wheels or stools with circular
bases, may also confuse him for a moment — but don’t worry, Junior usually finds his
way around with time.
Edge Sensors
Junior uses infrared light to detect edges and stairs; because dark-colored carpet
absorbs most light, it may seem like an edge to Junior’s sensors. If Junior indicates
on his screen that there is “something funny going on” with his edge sensors, you
may need to temporarily deactivate them. To do so, simply hold down the CHECKUP
button on Junior’s cover until the 4 bars at the top of the screen flash 7 times and
remain lit on his screen [see page 43]. Just remember that while Junior’s sensors are
deactivated, he will not be able to detect edges or stairs!
Main Brush
Junior’s main brush, which is designed to reach deep into carpet, may also have trouble
turning on rugs with long fibers or fringes. You may tuck fringes under rugs or remove
Junior’s main brush and see how he performs without it.
Junior’s Challenges
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Inclines
Sometimes Junior will attempt to drive up angled surfaces and get stuck for a few
minutes before deciding to clean somewhere else. This is because Junior wants to
cover every spot in your home and will try his hardest to overcome any obstacle!
As long as Junior does not indicate on his screen that there is a problem, let him find his
own way around your home and continue cleaning. Take note of the areas Junior finds
the most challenging, and if possible spread or adjust some of your furniture accordingly.
The Solution: blOck
If Junior finds a part of your home challenging to clean, use blOck (available separately)
to keep him away. blOck emits a digital barrier that Junior won’t cross.
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1. Where can I find Junior’s how-to videos?
Junior’s “training” videos can be found at Junior’s support page:
bobsweep.com/junior-support.
2. How long should Junior’s battery last?
The exact time depends on the type of surface Junior is cleaning as well as the age
of the battery. Generally, the smoother the surface (hardwood or tile, for example), the
longer the battery will last. When fully charged, a brand new Junior usually cleans for
just over an hour.
3. How do I know that my Junior has fully charged and is ready to clean?
When Junior charges using the adapter or charging station, the battery bars on
his display screen flash and the word “Charging” lights up. When Junior has fully
charged, the battery bars remain still and the word “Charging” disappears.
4. How often should I empty the dustbin?
Junior’s dustbin has a 1 L capacity — three times larger than most robotic vacuum
cleaners on the market today! This means you may not need to empty the dustbin
immediately after every cleaning. Depending on the size of the room and the amount
of particles piled up, Junior can complete approximately six cleaning cycles before he
fills his dustbin. Simply remove the dustbin and check to see if emptying is necessary.
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5. How often should I clean Junior’s brushes?
Junior’s brushes do a lot of the work picking up hair and debris, so it is recommended
that you clean the main and side brushes weekly if you are using Junior regularly. To
thoroughly clean the brushes, remove them using a flat head screwdriver. Remember
to clean the notches in Junior’s interior that hold his brushes in place. This ensures
the brushes stay in peak condition for a long time.
6. My Junior won’t turn on no matter what I do.
If Junior does not start after flipping his power switch ON, his battery has likely drained
too low to operate. To recharge him, place him directly onto his charging station with
the metal plates on his underside lined up with the nodes on his station. Let Junior
recharge fully before asking him to clean again. When Junior charges, the battery bars
on his display screen flash and the word “Charging” lights up. When Junior has fully
charged, the battery bars remain still and the word “Charging” disappears.
7. Why is Junior beeping?
Junior beeps once every 2 minutes when he is on standby mode. To conserve battery,
turn his power switch OFF. You may also mute Junior’s beeping by pressing the MUTE
button on his cover or remote.
Junior also beeps when he encounters a problem cleaning and needs assistance.
In this instance, he will also identify the source of the issue directly on his screen.
Consult the Troubleshooting section of this manual [page 47] to see what to do when
Junior is having trouble with one of his parts.
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8. Junior is having trouble finding his charging station. Where is the best place to put
his station?
Junior will find his station more easily if it you place it in a central location with plenty of
space around it, so that he may detect it from afar. In order for Junior to dock properly,
be sure to place the charging station against a wall on a flat, level surface.
9. I am having problems removing Junior’s brush.
If the main or side brush is difficult to remove, it is likely because hair, string, and/or
other debris have been caught in it and are clogging the areas where it attaches to
Junior. It is best to clean Junior’s brushes about once a week to prevent buildup. You
can use scissors to cut away hair wrapped around the brushes until you are able to
remove them. You may need to gently pull the main brush up or down to reach the
corners, but do not force the brush out as this can damage it.
10. Junior gets stuck under my furniture or travels over wires that tangle up his brush.
How can I stop him from going into these areas?
If Junior maneuvers under a piece of furniture and there is only one open entrance, he may
need a few minutes to figure out how to exit on his own. You will not need to assist him
when this happens, unless Junior stops cleaning completely and starts beeping.
If you would like Junior to avoid a certain area, such as an area with lots of wires, you
may use blOck (available separately) to create a digital barrier.
11. Junior is telling me there’s “something funny going on” with one of his parts. How
can I fix this?
Junior notifies you directly on his screen the specific reason his work has been in-
terrupted. This self-scanning feature allows you to quickly identify the source of the
problem. If “something funny” is going on with one of Junior’s parts, the problem can
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usually be solved with simple procedures. Consult the Troubleshooting section of this
manual [page 47] to see the most probable solutions.
12. What is the best way to clean Junior’s wheels?
Use the cleaning tool or compressed air to clear the creases of the wheels. For a
more thorough clean, wipe the sides and bottoms of the wheels as they spin during
the checkup test [see page 52].
13. My Junior just stopped cleaning and his screen turned off. What do I do next?
Like other electronic devices with a CPU (computers, smartphones, etc.), Junior may
experience a momentary halt in his operating system. You can usually get Junior back
to work by simply turning his power switch OFF and ON again. If this does not solve
the issue, perform a mainboard reset. You can reset Junior’s mainboard by flipping
his power switch OFF and plugging the charging adapter directly into the inlet on his
side. Leave him to charge for at least 2 hours to fully refresh his system.
14. I have a question and need to contact Junior’s support team. How do I do that?
Our devoted team is always eager to help you! You can reach us by phone or e-mail.
Call us toll free at 1-888-549-8847 for support in the United States and Canada, or
e-mail us at [email protected]. Our goal is to get back to you within a day.
To watch Junior’s how-to, repair, and troubleshooting videos; order parts; and connect
with your extended bObsweep family members, visit bobsweep.com/junior-support.
IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USING. Do not use the robot (“Junior”) accompanying this license agreement (“Agreement”) until you have carefully
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Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, you may not use the Junior. The Junior contains an electronic and software interface that
allows you to control or modify its behavior, and remotely monitor its sensors.
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including the protocol for communicating with the Bobsweep software contained on the Junior (“Bobsweep Software”), to use the Junior.
NONCOMMERCIAL LICENSE: You may use the Bobsweep Software and the Junior only for personal, noncommercial, educational, and research
purposes. The Bobsweep Software and the Junior may not be used for any other purpose, whether “for prot” or “not for prot.” Any work performed
or produced using the Junior, including Your Software, cannot be performed or produced for the benet of other parties for a fee, compensation, or
any other reimbursement or remuneration. A separate license is required for each additional use and/or individual user in all other cases. If you are
an entity, Junior grants you the right to designate one individual within your organization to have the sole right to use the Bobsweep Software and
the Junior in the manner provided above. RESTRICTIONS: You agree not to: (i) use or copy the Bobsweep Software or the Junior except as provided
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Software or the Junior except as provided in this Agreement; (iv) modify, adapt, or translate the Bobsweep Software or the Junior in whole or in
part except as expressly provided in this Agreement; (v) reverse engineer, reverse compile, or disassemble the Bobsweep Software or the Junior;
or (vi) distribute, sublicense or transfer the source code form of Your Software and derivatives thereof to any third party except as provided in this
Agreement. YOUR SOFTWARE : Use and distribution of any software that you create for your Junior (“Your Software”) is also subject to the following
limitations: You (i) shall be solely responsible for any update or support obligation or other liability which may arise from your use or distribution,
(ii) shall not make any statement that Your Software is “certified,” or that its performance is guaranteed, by Bobsweep, (iii) shall not use Bobsweep
or Junior’s name(s) or trademark(s), (iv) shall prohibit disassembly and reverse engineering of the Bobsweep Software and the Junior, (v) shall not
publish reviews of Bobsweep products designated as beta without written permission from Bobsweep, and (vi) shall indemnify, hold harmless,
and defend Bobsweep and its suppliers from and against any claims or lawsuits, including attorney’s fees, that arise or result from Your Software,
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Bobsweep Software, and the Junior to another end user, provided that the initial user retains no copies of the Bobsweep Software and the Junior.
This transfer must include the Bobsweep Software, the Junior, and all of the materials accompanying the Junior (including all component parts
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exclusive remedy shall be the replacement of the Bobsweep Software or the Junior.This offer is void if the defect results from accident, abuse,
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