Vac
Robot
Auto Empty
Dock
Roomba
®
Max 705
Owner’s Guide
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Getting started
1 Remove protective lm from camera and foam inserts
behind bumper
2 Place the dock on hard-surface ooring
Good Wi-Fi® coverage
1.6 ft (0.5 m) on
both sides
5 ft (1.5 m)
from stairs
5 ft (1.5 m) in front
NOTE: Do not place it in direct sunlight. Ensure that the area around the
dock is free of clutter to improve docking performance.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of your robot falling down stairs, ensure
that your dock is placed at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) away from stairs.
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3 Plug in the dock
Plug the power cord into the wall. Wrap the cord back so it won’t get in the way of
the robot as it comes and goes.
4 Install the Edge-Sweeping Brush
Align the Edge-Sweeping Brush and press down until you hear a click.
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5 Wake up the robot
Place your robot in front of the dock, then slide it towards the dock, lining up the
metal Charging Contacts. After a few minutes, a sound will let you know it’s awake.
NOTE: Your robot comes with a partial charge, but we recommend
that you charge the robot for 4 hours prior to starting the rst
cleaning job.
To remove your robot from the dock, slide the robot towards you and
then lift.
6 Download the Roomba® Home App
Scan the QR code with the camera on your mobile device or nd the Roomba®
Home App in your app store. The app will guide you through the steps to set up your
robot. Once your robot is set up in the app, you’ll be able to:
• Control when, where and how you clean
• Create automatic cleaning schedules
• Set custom cleaning preferences
• Unlock digital features
• Access to tips, tricks and answers to commonly asked questions
IMPORTANT: Read the enclosed safety information guide rst before
using your robot.
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About your Roomba® Max 705 Vac
Top view Bottom view
1 LiDar Detector Bumper
2 ClearView™ Pro LiDar
3 Charging Contacts
4 Filter
5 Bin
6 Debris Evacuation Port
7 Home Button
8 Power Button
9 Bumper
10 Bin Release Button
11 Cli Sensors
12 Caster Wheel
13 Edge-Sweeping Brush
14 Wheels
15 Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes
16 Brush Cover
17 Battery Pack
18 Brush Cover Release
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About your AutoEmpty™ Dock for your Roomba® Max 705 Vac
Front view
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1 Canister Lid
2 LED indicator
3 Charging Contact
4 Debris Evacuation Port
5 Exhaust Vent
6 IR Window
Top view
7 Bag Guide Rails
8 Cleaning Brush Accessory
9 Dock Filter
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Charging
Power icon indicator
Dock LED indicator
Charging during a cleaning routine
Your robot will return to the dock whenever it needs to recharge. Once it is suciently
charged, it will then resume cleaning where it left o.
Standby mode
Your robot uses a small amount of power whenever it is on the dock. You can put it in
a further-reduced power state when not in use by pressing for 10 seconds. To exit
Low Power mode, short press the button.
Storing your robot
For long-term storage, turn o your robot by removing it from the dock and
holding for 10 seconds. Store in a cool, dry place.
Solid white: Charging
Solid red: Bag full or not installed
Power button
White – Fully charged and connected
Flashing white – Return to dock to charge
Pulsing White - Charging (low battery) - If the
user tries to start a mission the buttons will then
ash red and trigger an audio telling users it
can’t start due to low battery.
Flashing red – Low battery/Error
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Cleaning
Button controls
Cleaning pattern
Your robot will automatically explore and clean your home in neat rows. It will return
to the dock at the end of a cleaning routine whenever it needs to recharge.
Tips:
• Remove excess clutter from oors before cleaning.
• Use your robot frequently to maintain well-conditioned oors.
After 90 minutes of inactivity o the dock, your robot will automatically end its clean.
If you are unsure if it has nished or paused, visit the Roomba® Home App to check
on its status.
Spot clean
Tap the button twice to spot clean a designated area. After the spot clean is
complete, your robot will end the job. Press to send it back to its dock.
AutoEmpty™ Dock
Your robot will automatically attempt to empty its dust bin every time it returns to its
AutoEmpty™ dock or is physically placed on the AutoEmpty™ dock.
NOTE: It is highly recommended to use the Roomba® Home App for
cleaning control. The mobile app can be used to clean specic rooms,
set up cleaning routines and create automations/schedules.
Home button: Tap to send the robot home
Press when running to pause
Press when paused to dock
Press when docking to stop
Press when docked to empty the dust bin
Power button: Tap to start/pause/resume a job
Hold for 3 seconds to turn on
Hold for 10 seconds to turn o
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To start cleaning, place the robot back on the
dock and use the app or press the button.
NOTE: It is recommended to clean the Dust Bin at least once a week. Otherwise, the performance
of the vacuum may be reduced.
Vacuuming
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Care and maintenance for your robot
To keep your robot at optimal performance, make sure that you regularly perform the following basic care and
maintenance. There are additional instructional videos in the Roomba® Home App. If you notice your robot picking
up less debris from your oor, empty the bin, clean the lter and clean the brushes.
Part Care frequency Replacement frequency*
Dust Bin
Empty bin as needed
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Filter
Clean once a week (twice a week if you
have a pet)
Every 2 months
Edge-Sweeping Brush
Clean every 2 weeks or as often as needed
Every 3–6 months
Multi-Surface Rubber
Brushes
Clean once a week Every 6–12 months
Front Caster Wheel
Clean every 2 weeks or as often as needed
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Charging Contacts
Clean every 2 weeks or as often as needed
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Sensors
Clean once a month or as often as needed
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Brush Cover
Inspect every 6 months
Replace if worn or damaged
* Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if there is any visible wear and tear. If you think you need a
replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.
Cleaning the Edge-Sweeping Brush
Pull to remove the Edge-Sweeping Brush. Remove any
hair or debris using the cleaning brush, then reinstall
the Edge-Sweeping Brush.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended to
replace the Edge-Sweeping Brush every
3–6 months for optimal cleaning.
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Remove any hair or debris that has collected
beneath the caps. Replace end caps.
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Reinstall the Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes and
brush cover in the robot.
Cleaning the Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes
IMPORTANT: It is recommended to replace the Multi-Surface Brushes every 6–12 months for an
optimal cleaning eect.
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Pinch the brush frame release tab, lift the tab and
remove any obstructions.
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Remove the Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes.
3
Remove the end caps from the ends of
the brushes.
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Cleaning the Front Caster Wheel
Use the cleaning brush to remove hair and debris from
the Front Caster Wheel.
Cleaning the charging contacts and sensors
Unplug the dock from the wall and wipe the charging contacts and sensors with a clean, dry cloth or lightly
dampened melamine foam.
CHARGING CONTACTS SENSORS
IMPORTANT: A front wheel clogged with
hair and debris could result in damage
to your oor. If the wheel is not spinning
freely after you have cleaned it, please
contact Customer Care.
IMPORTANT: Do not spray cleaning solution or water onto the sensors or sensor openings.
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Press the Dust Bin Release Buttons to remove
the Dust Bin.
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Open the door to empty and clean the Dust Bin
with the cleaning brush.
3
Clean debris from the vacuum path. Place the
bin back in the robot.
Emptying the bin
1
Release the bin, remove the lter and open
the bin door.
2
Rinse the dust bin and water tank using
warm water.
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Make sure that the bin is completely dry. Reinsert
the lter and place the bin back in the robot.
IMPORTANT: The bin is not dishwasher
safe. Do not wash the lter. Remove the
lter before washing the bin.
Washing the bin
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Remove the bin. Open the bin door and remove
the lter.
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Remove debris with the cleaning brush.
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Empty and wipe the bin with a clean cloth.
Cleaning the lter
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Reinsert the lter. Place the bin back in the robot.
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Care and maintenance for your dock
To keep your dock running at optimal performance, perform the procedures on the following pages.
Part
Care frequency
Replacement frequency*
Charging Contacts
Once every month
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Sensors
Clean once a month
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IR Window
Clean once a month
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Bags -
Bags should be replaced when full,
prompted by the LED indicator on the
dock and/or Roomba® Home App
Dock lter
Once every month (remove debris
from the dock lter)
* Replacement frequency may vary. Parts should be replaced if there is any visible wear and tear. If you think you need a
replacement part, please contact iRobot Customer Care for more information.
Cleaning the Charging Contacts
and IR Window
Inspect the components to make sure that they are
clear of debris. Wipe with a clean, dry cloth.
IMPORTANT: Do not spray cleaning
solution or water onto the sensors or
sensor openings.
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Lift up on the canister lid to open.
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Pull up on the card to remove the bag from the
canister.
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Install a new bag by sliding the card into the
guide rails. This will seal the bag so dust and
debris cannot escape.
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Press down on the lid, making sure that it is
completely closed.
IMPORTANT: To achieve optimal
performance with your robot and dock,
clean and/or replace your robot’s
lter as needed.
Replacing the bag
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Removing debris from the dock lter
Inspect the blower cover for any lint or debris build-up and wipe with a clean,
dry cloth to remove.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting your robot
Your robot will alert you if something is wrong with a voice announcement or
audio alert. The Roomba® Home App will also provide notications with steps to
troubleshoot any issues.
If you are unsure if the robot has nished or paused, consult the Roomba® Home
App to check on its status.
Factory reset
To factory reset, press for 5 seconds and then (within 5 seconds) press and
for 5 seconds.
BATTERY SAFETY AND POSTAGE
WARNING: Lithium-ion batteries and products that contain lithium-ion
batteries are subject to strict transportation regulations. If you need to
post this product for service, travel or any other reason, you MUST follow
the below postage instructions.
• Battery MUST be turned o before posting.
• Turn o the battery by removing the robot from the dock and pressing the
bumper in for 10 seconds while holding the button. All indicators will
then turn o.
• Package the robot securely for postage.
If you need further assistance, please visit your Roomba® Home App, contact our
Customer Care team or visit global.irobot.com.
Troubleshooting your dock
Your dock will tell you if something is wrong via an LED indicator on the front of the
canister and through the Roomba® Home App. If the dock is not performing as
expected, check the Roomba® Home App for errors.
LED indicator
Common error
How to x
Solid red
Bag
full or missing
Replace the bag if it is full or missing.
Make sure that the bag is securely inserted.
If the problem persists, remove any debris
from the port on the bottom of your
robot and dock.
This product has been equipped with a thermal protector designed to protect
against damage due to overheating. If the protector operates, the motor will
stop running. If this happens, unplug the unit, allow it to cool for 30 minutes, clear
any obstructions from the evacuation port and evacuation tube, then plug the
unit back in.
Need further assistance? We’re here to help.
Download the Roomba® Home App or visit global.irobot.com for product support or to contact
your local support centre. If you need further assistance in the US and Canada, call the US
Customer Care team on (877) 855-8593.
iRobot USA Customer Care hours
Monday to Friday, 9AM–9PM Eastern Time
Saturday and Sunday 9AM–6PM Eastern Time
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Safety information
Please see the safety guide that came with your robot or visit global.irobot.com
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