Virtual Wall (optional accessory)
Virtual Walls create an invisible barrier that Roomba will not cross. This invisible barrier can be used to confine Roomba to a particular room or area, and prevent it from getting too close to electrical or computer cords, delicate objects on the floor, etc.
The Virtual Walls can be set to block an opening up to seven feet long. Note that the width of the Virtual Wall’s beam also increases as its length increases, creating a
TIP: Point the arrows on top of the Virtual Wall towards the opening you would like to block.
TIP: For best performance, place the Virtual Wall on the outside of the doorway you wish to block.
Manual Virtual Wall (selected models)
A Manual Virtual Wall must be turned on by hand at the beginning of the cleaning cycle to activate the barrier. A Manual Virtual Wall (and its power light) will shut off after 135 minutes.
Auto Virtual Wall (selected models) When an Auto Virtual Wall is set to “Auto” mode, the power light blinks repeatedly to indicate it is on. When battery levels are low, the Virtual Wall blinks repeatedly twice to indicate that it needs new batteries. To save battery power, the Auto Virtual Wall can be switched to “Off”. When in “Auto” mode, the batteries should last approximately six months.
AUTO OFF
Battery Installation
Battery Compartment
Two “C” Alkaline Batteries
(not included)
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