Lefant M265 Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Important Safety Information

Please read this user manual carefully before using the product and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Thank you for choosing Lefant.

This user manual will help you fully understand and quickly install your robot vacuum cleaner (hereinafter referred to as "robot"). It will also provide detailed information on usage and maintenance to give you the best product experience.

If you encounter situations not adequately covered in this manual, please contact our after-sales service. For more information, please visit the official Lefant ROBOTICS website: www.lefant.com, or send an email to:

• NA: support.us@lefant.com
• EU: support.eu@lefant.com
• JP: support.jp@lefant.com
• Other countries: support@lefant.com

You can scan the QR code or download the "Lefant" app from the app store to connect to the robot and unlock more features.

Precautions

• Exclusive use for floor cleaning in a domestic environment. Prohibited for outdoor use (e.g., open balconies), on non-floor surfaces (e.g., sofas), and in commercial/industrial premises.
• Perform cleaning or maintenance of the self-cleaning mop station (hereinafter referred to as "Base Station") and the robot only when the Base Station is unplugged and the robot is turned off.
• Do not use the robot and Base Station as toys, nor ride or stand on them. Supervise children and pets to keep them away during robot or Base Station operation.
• Do not use this product in rooms where infants or toddlers are sleeping.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a person responsible for their safety. Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• When used in an elevated environment (e.g., duplex floors), install a sturdy physical barrier to prevent accidental falls of the robot that could cause personal injury or property damage.
• Do not allow any part of the human or animal body to approach the robot's rotating brush, nor insert a limb into the appliance's gaps, to avoid injury.
• Before use, remove loose wires and other debris from the floor, and move unstable, fragile, valuable, or potentially dangerous objects to prevent entanglement, jamming, dragging, or overturning by the robot, which could result in personal injury or property damage.
• Ensure the robot's operating floor is free of standing water; otherwise, water infiltration could damage the robot.
• Do not use to clean burning objects (e.g., unextinguished cigarette butts, matches, ashes, etc.) or flammable and explosive materials (e.g., lighters, gasoline, toners and powders for printers or copiers, etc.).
• Before use, check that components such as the dustbin, filter, side brush, and mop are correctly installed.
• Do not rinse the robot or the Base Station with any liquid.
• Do not use to clean long-pile carpets (some dark carpets may not be cleaned effectively).
• In case of any product damage, do not use it and promptly contact official after-sales service for resolution.
• Do not store or use the product in environments where the temperature exceeds 40°C or drops below 0°C, or where the floor has liquids or viscous substances.
• Do not use disinfectants other than officially approved cleaning liquids; otherwise, this could cause serious damage to the robot and the Base Station.
• Do not place objects on the robot or the Base Station, nor cover them with any item (including dust covers).
• Avoid hard or sharp objects (e.g., construction debris, glass, nails, etc.) on the robot's operating floor; otherwise, this could scratch the appliance and the floor.
• Always place the Base Station on a flat, hard indoor floor. Keep the robot, Base Station, and power cord away from open flames, heat sources (e.g., radiators), wet areas, confined spaces, or places where the robot might fall.
• Remove fragile objects and debris (e.g., vases, mirrors, plastic bags, etc.) placed on the floor to prevent damage to valuable objects caused by obstruction or slight collision of the robot during operation.
• Do not place low objects such as doormats or shoes near stairs or in other places where the robot might fall; otherwise, this could disrupt the normal operation of the robot's anti-fall sensor and cause it to fall.
• Use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual. The user is responsible for any damage or injury caused by incorrect use, as well as any indirect damage resulting from the use, misuse, or inability to use this product.

Battery and Charging

• This product is only compatible with the charging station specifically provided by the manufacturer.
• It is imperative to use a qualified power source with reliable grounding. Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock and other hazards.
• If no power source with reliable grounding is available, have it corrected by a professional electrician before using this product.
• Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the battery and charging station without authorization.
• If the charging station is not used for a long time, unplug the power cord.
• Do not dispose of used batteries anywhere. They must be handed over to a professional recycling facility for proper disposal.
• Do not use third-party batteries, chargers, charging cords, or charging docks.
• Do not clean the charging pins of the charging station with wet wipes, wet cloths, or wet hands.
• Use this product in an environment where the power supply voltage matches the voltage indicated on the base station.
• When transporting the product, ensure it is turned off and unplugged, and it is recommended to use the original packaging box for packing.
• Do not use a power cord that is not supplied with the product. Otherwise, it could cause smoke, overheating, or even fire.
• If the area of use is prone to thunderstorms or if the power supply voltage is unstable, it is advisable to take appropriate protective measures.
• The use of this product with any type of voltage converter is prohibited. Otherwise, the warranty becomes immediately null and void, and potential hazards may arise.
• Do not use a damaged power cord. If the power cord is damaged (including tears, fractures, etc.), stop using it immediately and contact customer service promptly.
• If the robot is not used for a long time, fully charge it, turn it off, and store it in a cool, dry place. Charge it at least once a month to prevent excessive battery discharge.

Product Overview

Button Operation and Light Effects

Button Operation:

1. Press and hold for 3 seconds: Power on (The robot automatically turns on when charging.)
2. Single press: Start or pause cleaning.
3. Double press: Automatic return for charging.
4. Press and hold for 6 seconds: Enter network configuration mode. (To configure network: Open the app, select "Add Device", then press and hold for 6 seconds until you hear the voice prompt. Wait for the app to scan the device, then follow the network connection instructions to complete pairing.)
5. Press and hold for 12 seconds: Power off.

Explanation of Button Light Effects:

• Breathing purple light: Charging (Battery level < 50%)
• Breathing blue light: Charging (Battery level > 50%)
• Flashing blue light: The robot enters network configuration mode.
• Solid red light: The robot automatically returns for charging due to low battery level.

Robot Components

Accessories Included

• Power Adapter
• Side Brush
• Rotary Mop
• HEPA Filter
• Detachable Base
• Cleaning Brush
• User Manual (PDF available for download from www.lefant.com)
• Cleaning Solution

Setup Instructions

Special Notes for Setup

• Before starting, clear loose wires, hard objects, and sharp objects (e.g., iron nails, glass) from the floor, and move easily overturnable, fragile, valuable, and potentially dangerous objects. Prevent the robot from entangling, jamming, dragging, or overturning these objects, which could cause personal injury or property damage.
• If using this product in a suspended environment, ensure a sturdy physical barrier is used to prevent personal injury or property damage caused by accidental robot falls.
• Before use, ensure there is no accumulated water on the floor, and do not wash the main unit with water, to prevent the robot from being damaged by water penetration.

Preparation Work

1. Insert the power adapter firmly into the base station as shown.

   

2. Align the side brush with the side brush mounting shaft, then press firmly until you hear a click, indicating successful installation.

   

3. Remove the protective film from the robot.

Charging Station Installation

Place the base station on a flat surface and plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Ensure there are no objects within 0.5 meters (1.64 ft) on each side of the charging station and within 1.5 meters (4.92 ft) in front of it, to prevent signal blockage. Do not place reflective objects such as floor mirrors around the charging station, to prevent signal reflection from affecting product use.

Filling the Clean Water Tank

Lift the clean water tank upwards, open the top cover of the tank, and add clean water. After filling, securely close the top cover of the tank, then reinstall the clean water tank into the Base Station. Ensure the tank is properly seated.

*Do not pour hot water into the tank, as this could deform it. Do not add cleaning solution directly into the tank, as this could lead to excessive concentration of the cleaning solution and affect the robot's normal operation.

Adding Cleaning Solution

Remove the clean water tank and the dirty water tank. Open the sealing cap and pour the cleaning solution into the cleaning solution reservoir. After filling, close the sealing cap and reinstall the tanks, ensuring they are correctly positioned, securely fastened, and without shaking.

Initial Charging

Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to turn on the device. After waiting for the power indicator light to turn solid and hearing the voice prompt, place the robot in front of the base station. Ensure the base station is powered on. Briefly double-press the power button, and the robot will automatically return to the base station for charging. For daily use, keep the robot charged to preserve battery performance.

During charging:

• When the battery level is below 50%, the purple light breathes.
• When the battery level is above 50%, the blue light breathes.

Tips:

• When the robot is charged while off, it automatically turns on during charging.
• The robot may not turn on when the battery is low. Please place the robot directly into the base station for charging.

App Connection

Download the Lefant App

1. Search for "Lefant" in your app store.
2. Scan the QR code below to download and install the Lefant app.

Lefant App for iOS and Android

Enter Network Configuration Mode

Press and hold the power button for 6 seconds until you hear the voice prompt "Entering network configuration mode". At the same time, the power indicator light will start flashing slowly in blue, indicating that the robot has entered network configuration mode.

Note: If the router configuration is changed, the password is forgotten, or for other reasons preventing the mobile phone from connecting to the robot, you can repeat this step to re-add the device.

Add a Device

Open the mobile app homepage, then click the "Add Device" button or the "+" (plus) button. Add your device according to the on-screen instructions.

Note: Due to mobile app updates, there may be slight differences between actual operation and the description above. Please follow the mobile app instructions for operation.

If the robot remains in connection waiting state for more than 3 minutes, the WiFi function will automatically deactivate. To reconnect, please re-enter network configuration mode.

Operating Instructions

Power On / Off

1. Long press the power button for 3 seconds to turn on the robot. The power indicator light will illuminate, and the robot will enter standby mode.
2. Long press the power button for 12 seconds to turn off the robot. The light will turn off.

Note: The robot cannot be turned off while charging. If the robot remains inactive for more than 5 minutes, it will automatically enter sleep mode and can be woken up by pressing any button. When the battery level is below 70%, the robot will turn off after 24 hours of standby. When the battery level is below 30%, the robot will turn off 10 minutes after entering standby mode.

Start Cleaning

Briefly press the power button to start cleaning. The robot will automatically plan its path. By default, after cleaning along the walls, it will efficiently clean the room by following a "zigzag" (rainbow shape) path to cover each area one by one.

Notes:

• To ensure the robot can return to the Base Station smoothly, place the Base Station in an unobstructed area and prevent it from being blocked by obstacles. Do not move the charging station during cleaning, otherwise the robot may not be able to return normally.
• Before cleaning, remove all electrical wires on the floor (such as those near the "L" shaped baseboard) and valuable objects to prevent damage caused by the robot dragging, entangling, or colliding during cleaning.
• If the cleaning duration is less than 5 minutes, no cleaning record will be created, and the device will go directly into charging mode.
• If the battery is insufficient during cleaning, the robot will automatically return to the charging station to recharge; once the charge level reaches 80%, it will automatically resume cleaning from the interruption point.

Pause

When the robot is operating, briefly press the power button once to pause. Briefly double-press the power button to make the robot return to the charging station.

In pause mode, briefly press the power button once to resume cleaning; you can also place the paused robot on the charging station (ensuring alignment of the charging contacts) to complete the cleaning task.

Sleep Mode

If the robot remains inactive for more than 5 minutes, it will automatically enter sleep mode and can be woken up by pressing any button.

Do Not Disturb Mode

The default Do Not Disturb period is from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. You can change the period or disable this function via the mobile app, as well as separately define whether the robot starts cleaning tasks, resumes cleaning, collects dust, washes the mop, dries the mop, and disables voice broadcast during the Do Not Disturb period.

Clean Rotary Mop

After starting a cleaning task, the robot will first clean the rotary mop before starting to sweep. The mop re-cleaning interval can be selected in the app. Once the mop is cleaned, the robot will automatically return to the interruption point to continue cleaning. You can also manually control the robot to return to clean the mop via the mobile app, and the mop cleaning process can be stopped at any time in the device settings on the app.

Notes:

• To ensure the robot can return normally to the Base Station to clean the mop, it is recommended to let the robot automatically start the cleaning task from the charging station.
• Do not move the Base Station during cleaning, as this could affect the robot's ability to return to the Base Station.

Air Drying

After completing the cleaning task, the robot will return to the Base Station to clean the mop and air dry it automatically.

Charging

After cleaning is finished, the robot will automatically return to the Base Station for charging. Briefly double-press the power button, and the robot will also automatically return to the Base Station for charging. During charging, the robot's power indicator light will flash in breathing mode and will turn off once the battery is fully charged.

Note: If the robot cannot locate the Base Station, it will automatically return to its starting position. Please manually place the robot in front of the Base Station, or briefly press the power button to activate automatic return to charge, or manually place the robot in the Base Station. In this case, the robot's power indicator light will flash to indicate that the device is charging.

Maintenance

Notes: Before cleaning or maintaining the charging station and the robot, ensure the charging station is unplugged and the robot is turned off. The frequency of parts replacement depends on actual usage conditions. In case of abnormal wear, replace the affected parts in a timely manner to avoid affecting cleaning performance.

Dustbin Maintenance

1. Lift the dustbin handle upwards to remove the dustbin.

   

2. Pinch the filter clip to unlock it, then remove the filter holder.
3. Remove the filter and clean it with the cleaning brush. Do not wash with water. Replace the filter with a new one according to its actual wear to maintain optimal cleaning performance.
4. The dustbin body and filter holder can be washed with water. After cleaning, let them air dry for at least 24 hours to ensure they are completely dry, then reinstall them in order for use.

Side Brush Maintenance

Firmly pull the side brush upwards to remove it. After cleaning the side brush, reinstall it. Replace the side brush with a new one according to its actual wear.

Rotary Mop Maintenance

1. Open the locks on the sides of the roller holder, then lift the roller assembly upwards.
2. Successively remove the roller side support assembly and the rotary mop.

   

3. Remove hair, dust, and other foreign objects from the rotary mop and the roller support assembly. Replace the rotary mop with a new one according to its actual wear to ensure consistent cleaning effect.
4. Remove hair, dust, and other foreign objects from the surface of the roller chamber. Do not rinse the main unit with water.
5. After cleaning and maintenance, reinstall all components in order. Ensure the roller side support assembly is properly in place, and press the roller side support locks to securely fasten them.

Water Tray Components Maintenance

1. Open the water tray lock and lift it upwards to remove it.
2. Remove the water tray filter and thoroughly rinse the entire water tray assembly with clean water.

   

3. After cleaning, install the water tray assembly and filter according to the diagram, then place them back on the robot. Ensure the assembly fits snugly and without play against the main unit after installation.

Dirty Water Box Maintenance

1. Simultaneously press the release buttons with both hands to remove the dirty water box.
2. Open the dirty water box cover as shown, remove the splash guard, and clean any sediment from its surface.

   

3. Thoroughly rinse sediment and other foreign objects inside the dirty water box to prevent sediment accumulation and clogging, which could impair the dirty water box's drainage performance.
4. After cleaning, reinstall the splash guard, align the dirty water box with the robot's water tank mounting port, and firmly press the dirty water box until you hear a click. Ensure the dirty water box fits perfectly with the main unit without play, indicating successful installation.

Metal Scraper Blade Maintenance

Pull the metal scraper blade outwards to remove it. After cleaning, reinstall it into the scraper holder slot as shown.

Note: When reinstalling the metal scraper blade after removal, it must be fully engaged in the holder. Otherwise, the robot's normal operation will be affected.

Robot Sensors Maintenance

Wipe and clean all sensors on the main unit with a soft, dry cloth, including:

• Obstacle avoidance sensor
• dToF sensor
• Cliff detection sensors (It is recommended to clean the cliff sensors once a week to prevent dust from blocking the signal).

Wheel Components Maintenance

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean dust and foreign objects from the omnidirectional wheel and the robot's main wheels. Clean as needed based on actual use.

Charging Contact Maintenance

Ensure the robot is turned off and the Base Station's power plug is disconnected first. Then, wipe and clean the charging contacts on the main unit and the Base Station with a soft, dry cloth to avoid any risk of electric shock.

Dirty Water Tank Maintenance

Remove the dirty water tank, empty it, and rinse it with clean water. Dry the surface, then reinstall it into the Base Station and ensure it is securely fastened and without play.

Cleaning Tray Assembly Maintenance

1. Lift the front edge of the cleaning tray assembly, then pull it outwards to remove it once it is loose.
2. Press to open the cleaning tray lock, then lift the cleaning tray upwards.

   

3. After cleaning the entire cleaning tray assembly, wipe any water stains from its surface with a soft, dry cloth.
4. Reassemble the cleaning tray assembly as shown in the diagram and install it into the Base Station. After installation, ensure the surface of the assembly is level with the surrounding parts and without protrusions - this indicates it is correctly installed.

Troubleshooting

During product use, if the following problems occur, you can consult and refer to the relevant information to resolve malfunctions. If you cannot eliminate the malfunctions according to the operations in the table, please contact official after-sales service.

Specifications

Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery

Automatic Mop Cleaning Station

User Tips

Regarding Cleaning Solutions:

• Do not add cleaning solution directly into the clean water tank, as this could lead to excessive concentration and affect the robot's normal operation.
• Only use cleaning liquids approved by Lefant to avoid damage to the robot and base station.
• If you wish to use a special liquid soap for robot vacuum cleaners, ensure it is specifically approved by Lefant or designed for use in the robot's dedicated cleaning solution reservoir, not the clean water tank.

Environmental Protection Instructions

Battery Disassembly Steps

*The following information applies only to the disposal of this robot and is not part of daily operating instructions.

The chemical substances contained in the lithium-ion battery integrated into this robot can pollute the environment. Please remove the battery before disposing of the robot and entrust it to a professional recycling center for centralized treatment.

1. Allow the robot to completely deplete its battery and automatically shut down.
2. Ensure the robot is turned off.
3. Unscrew the screws on the battery cover on the robot's bottom shell.
4. Remove the battery cover.
5. After removing the battery, unplug the battery connector plug.

Tips:

• When disassembling the battery, ensure it is completely discharged and perform the operation away from the charging station.
• Do not damage the battery to avoid short circuits or leaks of hazardous substances.
• If the battery accidentally breaks or leaks, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and consult a doctor without delay.