Robot vacuum guides · Setup & Mapping
Setup & Mapping guides.
Step-by-step help unboxing, pairing the app, building your first map, and setting no-go zones for a clean, reliable start.
First-Time Robot Vacuum Setup Checklist
A checklist for setting up a new robot vacuum: charge it, connect Wi-Fi, run the first map, and clear the floor.
How to Set Up Robot Vacuum Mapping
How robot vacuum mapping works and how to get an accurate first map of your home.
How to Create No-Go Zones for Your Robot Vacuum
Setting up no-go zones and no-mop zones in your robot vacuum app to keep it away from cords, pet bowls, and rugs.
Connecting Your Robot Vacuum to Wi-Fi
How to connect a robot vacuum to Wi-Fi, including the 2.4GHz requirement that trips up most first-time setups.
Multi-Floor Mapping Explained
How robot vacuums handle multiple floors or levels of a home, and what to know if you plan to carry it between them.
How to Name and Organize Rooms in the App
Labeling rooms in your robot vacuum app for room-specific cleaning, scheduling, and no-go zones.
Setting Up a Robot Vacuum Cleaning Schedule
How to schedule automatic robot vacuum cleans by day, time, and room for hands-off maintenance.
Where to Place the Charging Dock
The right spot for a robot vacuum dock: clearance, flooring, and Wi-Fi signal considerations.
Preparing Your Home for a Robot Vacuum’s First Clean
What to do around the house before a robot vacuum’s first run: cables, rugs, and small objects.
How to Set Up a Self-Empty Base
Setting up a robot vacuum self-empty base: bag installation, placement, and the first empty cycle.