yOoqoy suiueslD 190}}3ny Important Safety Instructions Loo] is a gutter cleaning device, use only as Intended. For residential use only.
* READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING LOO!.
* This device has been tested and complies with FCC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will void your authority to operate this product.
* Prevent electric shock! During the course of Loojs operation, the product may get wet. Be certain it is dry before opening battery case to prevent potential shock injuries or burns.
* Always wear safety goggles when operating.
* Looj will be throwing material clear of the gutter. Keep yourself and others out of path of flying debris. Make sure debris path below the gutter Is clear of property or objects.
* Always use the belt clip when carrying Looj, and keep both hands on the ladder while climbing and descending the ladder.
* Do not expose remote control handle to water. Robot is water proof up to one fost of water, do not submerge in deeper water,
* Do not expose the robot to water if battery door is not secured to prevent damage to Looj. Do not attempt to service Looj yourself. Refer all non-routine servicing to qualified service personnel. Visit www.lrobot.com/support for more information.
* Looj is expressly not intended for children. Looj is not a toy. Do not sit or stand on this device. Smail children and pets should be supervised if Loo} is in use.
* Keep loose clothing, hair and body parts away from Looj while operating.
* Do not use this device near fire, or hign heat. Always remove the battery before long-term storage.
* Use only iRobot Looj batteries and chargers to charge this device.
* Charge using standard US (120V AC} outiet only. Do not use with any type of power converter any such use will immediately void the Warranty,
* Do not use the charger if the cord or plug is damaged. Version 1.070808 Charge Indoors only. 2 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual www.irobot.com 3 iRobot iRobot Welcome Ay IMPORTANT: Make sure you read and follow all safety instructions and POOR Rae nunc ne ue oe ce Deas ee iRobot Ladder Safety
* iRobot Looj enables you to clean a single run of gutter with one ladder position. Choose the safest ladder position possible along each run. Safe ladder positions are away from power lines, tree limbs, or other hazards, and provide a leve! surface to rest the ladder, Dear iRobot? Looj Owner, Welcome to the wor'd of iRobot. As an owner of the iRobot Looj Gutter Cleaning Robot, you join a grawing group of people around the globe who, like you, are discovering an easier way to clean their gutters.
* Always inspect the ladder before you use it. Never use the ladder if it is The use of practical robots that help you in and around your home is a new damaged, broken or bent. reality. We encourage you to share your feedback as we continue to develop
* Make sure the ladder is away from electrical wires, tree limbs, doors, or new and ground-breaking robots. Heres what you can do to participate in any other hazards when it is extended. our efforts:
* Do not lean over the side of the ladder when using Looj. Never over-reach. Communicate with us if you have questions, comments or require Always keep yourself balanced and centered over the ladder at all times. Keep both feet and one hand firmly on the ladder while placing Looj in the gutter and operating Loo}. Keep the handle on Looj when placing it in and removing It from the gutter. Support. Contact us at www.lrobot.com. Register online at www.lrabot.com/ register or by mail (see included card). You'il be among the first to hear about our newest robots, product enhancements, and special offers. Thank you for Joining the robot revolution, We look forward to your valued input as we continue to deliver groundbreaking products that will change and improve your world.
* Do not place Looj in the gutter while standing on a roof unless you are secured to the roof with a safety harness in accordance with the manufacturer's Instructions. On behaif of the entire iRobot team, CA GS Colin Angle Co-Founder and CEO iRobot Corporation www.lrobot.com 5 4 iRobot Loo} Owner's Manual iRobot iRobot Important Tips Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions........... Important Tips .... Pe ee Cae) P De ee are Ceres Anatomy... Product Description... Charging and Installing the Battery. Using the Remote Control Handle... Attaching the Auger... Using iRobot Laoj... Troubleshooting ....... iRobot Customer Care .... Limited Warranty For Best Performance
* Charge the battery for 15 hours prior to using. Unplug after 15 hours of charging. For long-term storage, keep Looj in a cool, dry place and remove the batteries from the robot and hance. Oo not keep the battery plugged into the charger during storage. Clean Looj after each use.
* To avoid overspill and sludge accumulation, clean your gutters at least once per season. Clean regularly in areas where heavy debris is collected.
* For the densest clogs, reverse Looj, allow it to eject debris over gutter, and drive it forward. Repeat this process until the clog is cleared.
* Use fresh AAA batteries In the remote control handle for maximum range. and produces a loud clicking sound, the clutch Jum off the auger and reverse Looj to avoid damaging the clutch. To see helpful operating and maintenance videos of Looj, please visit our website: www.lrobot.com 6 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual www.irobot.com 7 iRobot iRobot? Looj Anatomy Robot Antenna Power Light PU eo cna Power Switch Nee ene ce ied Seas Auger Remote Controt Handle Ejectors Remote ston Auger Spin Direction Disrupters | Light Robot Movement
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7.2V Rechargeable Battery See te iRobot Product Description iRobot Looj is a powerful robot designed to clean gutters. Looj eliminates multiple climbs up and down the ladder. No more moving the ladder every six feet, or overreaching at dangerous heights. Looj has a number of features designed to make gutter cleaning simple and easy. Looj's ergonomic handle detaches for wireless contro! of the robot. The included belt clip lets you keep two hands on the ladder as you climb. Cleaning Power: The robot uses 2 three-stage auger to remove ciogs, lift out the debris, and brush your gutters clean. Spinning at 500 RPM, the high speed auger disrupts, lifts, and tosses debris out of your gutters. Remote Control Convenience: The remote contro! gives you complete forward and backward control of the robot. You can also control the spin direction of the auger to make sure that gutter debris is tossed in the correct direction away from the roof. iRobot Looj works in most standard gutters with straps or ties mounted at least 214" above the bottom trough. Looj is compatible with standard K-style and half rounds mounted with lower supports. 8 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual iRobot Charging and Installing the Battery Before you use Loo], charge the included 7.2N battery pack for 15 hours. Looj batteries are designed to power Looj through 450 linear feet of gutter ona single charge, Including the time to drive Looj back and forth during cleaning. Do not leave Loojs battery plugged into the charger for mare than 15 hours, as it may reduce the battery life. For long term storage, iRobot recommends that the battery be fully charged then removed from the robot and stored in a cool, dry piace. To Install hattery pack:
1, Loosen screws and remove battery door 2. Make sure the battery end caps are on the battery. The end caps ensure a tight fit of the battery into the compartment. 3. Connect the battery connector to the connector inside the robot's battery compartment and insert the battery into the robot battery compartment www.irobot.com 3 Battery Tips
* Remove all batteries and store in a cool dry place when not in use. Do not leave battery charging for more than 15 hours. Doing so may decrease battery life.
* The battery naturally looses charge while being stored. After storing for a season without charging, you will need to recharge the battery for 45 hours prior to using. Battery life can be improved by only charging the battery when It is fully depleted. See www.lrobot.com/support for more details on the Loo} batteries and charging. 10 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual wwwirobot.com = 11 iRobot Using the Remote Control Handle The remote control handle detaches from Looj and is used to command the robot from a distance of up to 75 feet, depending upon interference and environmental conditions. The remote control handle keeps your hands clean and makes It easy to place the robot in and out of the gutter using only one hand. install two AAA alkaline batteries (not included) in the remote contro!
handle before operating. Always use the same brand of batterles in the remote contro! handie. Don't mix battery types or brands. Use fresh batteries for maximum. performance and range. Insert AAA batteries into the remote control handle as shown, To attach the remote control handle to Looj:
4. Hold the remote control handle and allgn the front edge with the mark on the robot, 2, Slide the remote control handle onto the robot. 3. Let go when you hear a snap indicating that handle is in place, iRobot To remove the remote contro! handle from Looj:
Press release trigger and slide remote contro] handle away from auger. oan Release Trigger Push the auger onto the robot shaft until you feel it snap into place or hear a click. 12 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual iRobot Attaching the Looj Belt Clip The Loo} belt clip is designed to hold Looj while you climb up and down the ladder. Always use the belt clip or the optional holster accessory (see below) when using Looj on a ladder. To use the belt cilp, remove your belt and thread it through the belt slots. The robot hook should be on the bottom of the clip when attached to your belt. Attach the robot to the robot clip. Belt Siots Robot Hook Belt Clip
&. CAUTION: Always keep the belt clip on the side of your body. Placing the robot in the front may cause it to be kicked by your leg and fall off, A CAUTION: Never use Looj on a ladder without the belt clip or the holster to Dee eR Le Coe Looj Holster Accessory (optional, not included in ail models) Use the Looj Holster Accessory as a storage device and to keep your clothing clean while carrying Looj. The holster includes a belt and a pouch to hold the fully assembled Looj and remote contro! handle. There is also a loop on the back for hanging.
* Fold antenna underneath antenna hook on the remote control handle before placing in the holster. Place Logj In the holster with the auger facing up. www.irobot.com 13 Using iRobot Looj Always test Looj before using It. Prior to using Leoj, try driving forward and backwards. Try spinning the auger in both directions. Note the fights on the remote control handle and on the robot blink during transmission. Also, practice attaching and detaching the handie as described on page 12. Using Looj 1, Attach Looj to the beit clip or place Looj into holster. 2. The optimum spot for ladder placement Is away from wires, hazards, on flat ground, etc. Read and follow ladder instructions provided by the ladder manufacturer before using a ladder. See important Safety Instructlons section for more details. 3. Climb the ladder. 4, Place Logj into the gutter and clear debris with the robot so that Looj rests on bottom of gutter. Clear all debris in front of the ladder before starting auger to avoid being sprayed in the face. FC cree Pesce un Ca 5. Switch the power switch on the robot to turn it on. The power light should be green to indicate that its battery is charged. A red power light indicates that you should charge Looj's battery. 6. Detach the remote contro! handle. 14 = iRobot Loo] Owner's Manual www.irobot.com = 15 iRobot 7. Press the remote power button. The light on the remote cantro!
handie blinks when it is transmitting signals to the robot. 8. Once Loo is clear of the ladder, choose the desired rotational direction by pressing the auger spin direction button on the remote control handie. 9. Ensure that the auger is spinning and tossing debris out of the gutter and away from your home. 10. Press and hold the robot movement button in the forward direction to begin cleaning the gutter. Drive the robot forward and backward down the gutter to remove the debris. Handling Dense Clogs Looj can handle mast debris found in your gutter. Occasionally, there may be heavy debris that will not clear in a single pass. Should this situation arise, it's Important not to force the robot into the debris. To handle heavy clogs, jeave the auger on and drive the robot slowly forward until the auger contacts the clogged debris. Allow the auger te eject a small amount of debris. If Looj gets stuck or If the clutch slips, reverse direction and allow the auger to clear away the debris it has ioosened. Repeat this process until the clogged debris is fully cleared. For more detail, photos and videos please visit our website at:
wwwirobot.com PO Oe Cam Cm asia forward and back it up. If you drive the robot over debris and up the side of the A CL Ue cm eC n Ue iRobot 44. Once Looj reaches the end of the gutter, drive it back to you. Keep the auger spinning to drive under the gutter straps 12. Switch the power switch off on the robot and turn the remote power off. 13. Attach the remote controi handle to remove:Looj from the gutter and ellp Looj to the belt clip before descending. 14. Descend the ladder following safety instructions from ladder manufacturer. Cleaning Loo) Make sure the battery door is securely closed before cleaning. Logj is designed to be easily cleaned with a hose or under a faucet. No chemicals should be used to clean Looj. Prior to cleaning, remove the remote contral handle and treads fram the robot. Clean any debris from Looj's wheels. LooJ's remote control handle should be cleaned with a damp cloth only. The remote contro! handle Is not waterproof. Damage may occur to the electronics if it is sprayed with water or submerged. OO ese LG Ree Cr cA RC UL od ECU eka Pe Oa COUR GL ese mao Rue ny ee Seren ae eee ccs 16 = iRobot Loo) Owner's Manual iRobot Storlng Loo]
Store iRobot Looj in a cool, dry place. After charging store Looj and Its battery between 50 and 80 F (10-26 C)}. Excessive heat or cold may reduce battery life and product performance. For best results, we recommend removing both the battery pack from the robot and the batteries from the remote contro!
handle when the product is stored. www.irobot.com = 17 Troubleshooting Refer to the chart below to resolve Looj's problem. If the problem is not resolved, visit www.lrobot.com/support (page 20). tikely Cause. Remote transmission | Batteries were inserted incorrectly | Check the battery orientation or replace with light does not light up [or have depleted, Power may not | fresh batteries. Switch the remote power on the remote. be on. button to the *on* position, Robot is not Robot power is offorthere is | Check to see that both power buttons are on responding to the _| radio interference between the | and both robot and remote control handle remote control remote contro! handle and robot. | lights are Rashing when a remote button is, handle. pressed. i not, ty to improve reception by saising the remote control handle above the height of the gutter while operating. Clean out hole with toothpick or forced air. Auger will not insert | insertion hole is clogged inte robot. Auger stops spinning | Clutch has slipped on Auger. and loud clicking robot away from any debris. Try spinning the sound is heard. Auger in a clear area to test it. Auger is spinning but | Robot movement has stopped to | Retrieve robot, clean the wheels and test it Tobot is not moving. | protect the robot track motors, jon the ground to make sure itis operating Clicking sound is | The clutch has slipped on the | properly before placing back into the gutter, heard. tobot track wheels. Immediately turn off the auger and back up the Indicator Lights Robot Power Light 2] What it mieaas g Solid Red Battery is low. Turn off auger immediately and recharge battery. Blinking Red Battery is low and robot is recelving data (commands) from the emote. Turn off auger immediately and recharge battery, Solid Green Power is on, battery level is ok. Remote. Transmission Light | -~/| What it means Solid Green Power is on. Blinking Green Remote controt is sending data {commands) to the robot, 18 iRobot Looj Owner's Manual wwwirobotcom 19 iRobot iRobot Customer Care If you have questions or comments about this product please contact iRobot before contacting a retailer. Please visit www.lrobot.com for support tips, frequently asked questions, or Information about accessories and other iRobot products. We would like to hear from you. Should you still need assistance:
* Visit the iRobot support site at www.lrobot.com/support
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* Saturday SAM - 6PM Eastern Time iRobot FCC Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation, If thls equipment does cause harmful Interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
* Reorient or relocate the recelving antenna.
* Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the manufacturer, dealer, or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. void your authority.to operate this product 20 = iRobot Looj Owner's Manual iRobot LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This iRobot brand product, as supplied and distributed by iRobot Corporation, and detivered as manufectured, in the carton to the original customer purchaser, Is warranted by Rabot Corporation agalnst manufacturing defects in materlals and workmanship for the qualifying limited warranty periad as follows: One year LABOR AND PARTS: This limited warranty begins on the originat date of purchase, and is valid only an products purchased and used in North America, and does not include Installation, removal or reinstallation, Warranty repairs must be performed by iRabot Corporation's authorized service center, To receive warranty service, the original dated bit! of sate must be presented upon request 85 proof of purchase ta iRabot Corporation's authorized service center. To obtain warranty service, support oF ather information, please visit our website at www ffobat.com or by calling 877-855-8593. [Robot Corporation will repait or replace this product, at our option and at no charge with new or reconditioned parts, if found to be defective during the iimited warranty period specified above. To request service, the purchaser must contact iRobot Corporation for problem determination and service procedures, iRobot Corporation does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product. All replaced parts and products become the property of iRobot Carporation and must be returned to iRobot, Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or 60 days, whichever is longer. This limited Warranty covers manufacturing defects In materials and workmanship encountered In normal, and, except to the extent otherwise expressly provided in this statement, noncommercial use of this product and shail not apply to the following, Including but not limited to: damage which ocours a shioment; applications and uses for which thls product was not intended; faflures or problems which are caused by products or equipment not supplied by iRobot Corporation; accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, misapplication, fre, water, lightaing or other acts of nature; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations or surges; damage caused by improper installation; product alteration or modification; improper or unauthorized repair; exterior finish or cosmetic damage: failure to follow speration instructions, customer adjustments, maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction bok; use of non-Robot of unauthorized parts, supplies, accessories or equipment which damage this product or result in service problems; fallures oF problems due to Incampatibility with other equipment. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON {ROBOT CORPORATION. IROBOT CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY GTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TG USE THIS PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF IROBOT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST !ROBOT CORPORATION BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY IROBOT CORFORATION AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE, WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASERS PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY ROBOT CORPORATION NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF ROBOT CORPORATION. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, (S NONTRANSFERAGLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, Same states do not aifaw limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, ar the exclusion or linvtation of incictentat or cansequentia!
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