Lefant T1 Self-Cleaning Robot Mop User Manual

1. Introduction

This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your Lefant T1 Self-Cleaning Robot Mop. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product and retain it for future reference.

Image: The Lefant T1 Robot Mop positioned in front of its self-cleaning base station, with a smartphone displaying the mapping interface.

2. Important Safety Information

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, read and follow all safety precautions and instructions provided in this manual.

• Ensure the robot mop is used indoors only.
• Do not allow children to operate the robot mop. Supervise children and pets when the robot is operating.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not use the robot mop to pick up large debris, liquids, or burning/smoking materials.
• Place the charging station on a level surface against a wall, ensuring adequate space around it for the robot to dock.
• Use only the manufacturer-specified power adapter and charging station.
• Before cleaning or maintenance, always turn off the robot mop and unplug the charging station.
• Avoid exposing the robot mop to water or other liquids, except for the designated water tanks.
• The robot mop contains a lithium polymer battery. Follow local regulations for disposal.

3. Package Contents

Verify that all items are present in your package:

Image: A visual representation of all items included in the Lefant T1 Robot Mop package. This includes the robot, self-cleaning station, cleaner solution, two mop pads, two mop brackets, a water tank, power cable, and user manual.

• Lefant T1 Robot Mop
• Self-Cleaning Station
• Cleaner Solution
• Mop Pads (2)
• Mop Brackets (2)
• Water Tank
• Power Cable
• User Manual

4. Product Features

• Advanced dToF Navigation Technology: Utilizes infrared light for precise 3D mapping, enabling accurate navigation, obstacle avoidance, and comprehensive cleaning without dead spaces. This technology is effective even in low-light conditions.
  

  Image: The Lefant T1 robot mop navigating a room, illustrating its dToF laser mapping system with light beams detecting obstacles and mapping the environment.

• Self-Cleaning Base Station: The robot automatically returns to the charging dock after mopping to clean its mop pads. The base station uses 40°C hot water for washing and hot air for drying the mop pads, ensuring hygiene and preventing odors.
  

  Image: A cutaway view of the Lefant T1 self-cleaning base station, highlighting the 5L water purification tank, 5L sewage tank, 370ml cleaning solution reservoir, and the mop hot air drying mechanism (55dB).

• Adjustable Backwashing Levels: Offers 4 levels of backwashing frequency (5, 10, 15 minutes) for the mop pads, using 40°C hot water. This allows for customized cleaning intensity based on floor dirtiness.
• Water Shortage and Full Alarms: The base station features a high-definition display screen that provides real-time status updates, including alarms for low clean water and full sewage tanks.
• Ultrasonic Carpet Recognition: Detects carpets and automatically reverses direction to avoid wetting them, ensuring professional mopping performance on hard floors.
  

  Image: The Lefant T1 robot mop approaching a carpet, with blue lines indicating ultrasonic detection, and an arrow showing it reversing direction to avoid the carpet.
• Compact Design with Large Capacity: Despite its small body (11*10*3.5 inches), it features a 5L large water tank suitable for extensive mopping needs. Its compact size allows it to clean under and around furniture.
• Long Battery Life: Provides up to 180 minutes of runtime, with automatic return to the charging station when the battery is low or the cleaning cycle is complete.
• Enhanced Obstacle Avoidance: Equipped with three sets of line lasers and Freemove Full Body Electronic Sensor technology for anti-drop and anti-collision capabilities, accurately identifying obstacles to protect the device and extend its lifespan.
• Double Rotating Mop: Features mops that rotate at 180 rpm/min for deep cleaning and strong decontamination.
  

  Image: An underside view of the Lefant T1 robot mop, showing its two rotating mop pads in action, indicated by blue swirling lines.

5. Setup Guide

1. Unpacking: Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Retain packaging for future transport or storage.
2. Charging Station Placement:
   • Place the self-cleaning station on a hard, level surface against a wall.
   • Ensure there is at least 0.5 meters (1.6 feet) of clear space on both sides and 1.5 meters (5 feet) in front of the station for optimal robot docking.
   • Plug the power cable into the station and then into a wall outlet.
3. Initial Charging:
   • Place the robot mop onto the charging station. Ensure the charging contacts on the robot align with those on the station.
   • Allow the robot to fully charge before its first use. The indicator light on the robot will change to indicate a full charge.
4. Filling Water Tanks:
   • Remove the clean water tank from the self-cleaning station.
   • Fill the clean water tank with clean tap water and, if desired, the recommended cleaning solution. Do not overfill.
   • Reinsert the clean water tank securely.
   • Ensure the sewage tank is empty before starting a cleaning cycle.
5. Mop Pad Installation:
   • Attach the mop pads to the mop brackets.
   • Securely attach the mop brackets with pads to the underside of the robot mop.
6. App Connection (Optional but Recommended):
   • Download the Lefant app from your smartphone's app store.
   • Follow the in-app instructions to connect your Lefant T1 robot mop to your home Wi-Fi network.
   • This enables advanced features like mapping, scheduling, and remote control.
   • The robot is compatible with Alexa for voice control.
   

   Image: A Lefant T1 robot mop and its base station next to an Amazon Echo device, illustrating voice control capability with the phrase "Alexa, turn on the T1!".

6. Operating Instructions

6.1. Starting a Cleaning Cycle

• Manual Start: Press the power button on the robot or the start button on the self-cleaning station to begin a cleaning cycle.
• App Control: Use the Lefant app to start, pause, or stop cleaning, and to select specific cleaning modes or areas.
• Voice Control: If connected to Alexa, use voice commands to initiate cleaning.

6.2. Smart Mapping and Navigation

The Lefant T1 uses dToF navigation to create a precise map of your home. This map allows for efficient cleaning paths and advanced features.

• Initial Mapping: During its first few runs, the robot will explore and map your home. Ensure all doors are open to allow it to map all accessible areas.
• Multi-Picture Memory: The robot can save up to 3 maps, allowing it to recognize different floors or layouts. To save a map, let the robot mop for more than 5 minutes and then click "Recharge" in the app.
  

  Image: The Lefant T1 robot mop on a wooden floor, with three overlaid maps (1F, 2F, 3F) showing different floor plans and cleaning zones, illustrating its multi-picture memory capability.

6.3. Cleaning Modes and Customization

• Personalized Cleaning Plan: Use the app to create custom cleaning plans for different rooms or areas. You can choose the number of cleaning passes and water output gear.
  

  Image: A floor plan showing different rooms (Living Room, Dining Room, Children Room, Kitchen, Studio) with the Lefant T1 robot mop in the center, illustrating how users can create personalized cleaning plans and define "No-go zones" (e.g., in the Children Room).

• No-Go Zones: Define areas where the robot should not go (e.g., carpeted areas, pet bowls) using the app.
• Spot Cleaning: Direct the robot to clean a specific small area.
• Area Cleaning: Select specific rooms or zones on the map for cleaning.
• Four Mop Modes: Set the backwashing frequency to 5, 10, or 15 minutes. The robot will return to the base station to clean its mop pads at the selected interval.
  

  Image: The Lefant T1 robot mop returning to its base station, illustrating the "Four Mop Modes" (5min, 10min, 15min) for automatic mop cleaning frequency, along with water level settings (Low, Middle, High, Closed).

7. Maintenance

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and extends the lifespan of your Lefant T1 robot mop.

7.1. Self-Cleaning Station Maintenance

• Clean Water Tank: Refill with clean water and cleaning solution as needed. The display will alert you to low water levels.
• Sewage Tank: Empty the sewage tank when the display indicates it is full. Rinse the tank with clean water.
• Drying Vent: Periodically check and clean the hot air drying vent to ensure proper airflow.

Image: A collage of images detailing the features of the Lefant T1's fully automatic cleaning station, including automatic cleaning at the click of a button, automatic addition of cleaning liquid, automatic cleaning of mopping cloth (40° Hot Water), automatic mop drying (40° Hot Air), water shortage alarm, water full alarm, and safety child lock.

7.2. Robot Mop Maintenance

• Mop Pads: The mop pads are automatically cleaned by the base station. For deeper cleaning or replacement, remove them from the mop brackets and wash them by hand or machine. Ensure they are completely dry before reattaching.
• Sensors: Regularly wipe the dToF sensors, anti-drop sensors, and obstacle avoidance sensors with a clean, dry cloth to ensure accurate navigation.
• Wheels: Check the wheels for any tangled hair or debris and clean as necessary.
• Filter: The robot mop includes a HEPA filter. Refer to the app or a more detailed manual for instructions on how to access and clean/replace the filter.

8. Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with your Lefant T1, refer to the table below for common problems and solutions.

For further assistance, please contact Lefant customer support.

9. Specifications

10. Warranty and Support

Lefant provides a warranty for its products. Please refer to the warranty card included in your package or visit the official Lefant website for detailed warranty terms and conditions.

For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or to inquire about replacement parts, please contact Lefant customer service through the following channels:

• Official Website: www.lefant.com (Note: This is a placeholder URL, please refer to your product documentation for the correct website.)
• Email Support: Refer to your user manual or product packaging for the specific support email address.
• In-App Support: Access support features directly through the Lefant mobile application.

When contacting support, please have your product model (T1) and purchase information readily available.