BLACK+DECKER BDRV1 Robot Vacuum with Mapping Technology

Safety Information

Safety Definitions

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in property damage.

Before using this product, please read the following safety instructions and follow all safety precautions. Any operation inconsistent with this instruction manual may cause damage to this product.

General Warnings

• Your robot is not a toy. Small children and pets should be supervised when your robot is operating.
• Do not sit or stand on your robot.
• Do not use unauthorized chargers. Use of an unauthorized charger could cause the battery to generate heat, smoke, catch fire or explode. Contact customer service for a replacement charger.
• Do not open your robot except as instructed to maintain the dustbin and filter(s). Do not open the charging dock as there are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Risk of electric shock. Only use indoors and in dry locations.
• Do not handle your robot with wet hands.
• Store and operate your robot in room temperature environments only.
• Do not operate the robot in areas with exposed electrical outlets in the floor.
• Do not attempt to open, crush or heat the battery of your robot above 175°F.
• Do not subject the battery to mechanical shock.
• Do not operate the vacuum without the dustbin installed.
• Do not short circuit the battery of your robot by allowing any metal objects to contact the battery terminal.
• Do not immerse the battery in liquid.
• Do not attempt to charge damaged or leaking battery packs. If battery leakage occurs, thoroughly wash any affected skin, making sure to keep battery acid away from eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Immediately wash any clothing or other surface that comes in contact with leaked battery acid. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists, seek medical attention. Dispose according to Local, State or Federal regulations.

Cautions

• If the robot passes over a power cord, there is a chance an object can be pulled off a table. Before using the robot, clear the floor of objects such as clothing, cords for blinds, curtains, power cords and any fragile objects which can be easily damaged.
• Do not use the robot to pick up sharp objects, or anything that is burning or smoking.

Notices

• This robot is intended for dry floor use only. Do not use the robot to pick up any wet spills and do not allow the dustbin contents to become wet.
• Do not place anything on top of your robot.
• Regularly wipe charge contacts on your robot and charge dock. Failure to maintain charge contacts could impact the robot's ability to properly charge.
• Product may not be used with any type of power converter. Use of power converters will void the warranty.
• The battery pack must be removed from the robot before recycling or disposal.
• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries in your robot. For battery replacement contact customer care.
• Before long term storage of your robot, fully charge and remove the battery.

Alkaline Battery Warning (AAA Battery for Remote Control Only)

• Battery acid leakage can cause personal injury and cause damage to the product and surrounding property. If battery leakage occurs, thoroughly wash any affected skin, making sure to keep battery acid away from eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Immediately wash any clothing or other surface that comes in contact with leaked battery acid. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists, seek medical attention. Dispose according to Local, State or Federal regulations.
• Batteries are to be inserted following the polarity markings on the product.
• NEVER mix old and new batteries or different brands of batteries. Replace all batteries at the same time.
• NEVER mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), rechargeable (nickel cadmium) batteries with this product.
• NEVER dispose of batteries in fire, as they may leak and explode.
• Promptly remove exhausted batteries from product.
• Remove batteries before extended storage.

What's In The Box

• 1: Charging Dock
• 2: Roboseries Vacuum BDRV1
• 3: Charging Adapter
• 4: Sidebrush
• 5: Remote

An illustration shows the charging dock, the robot vacuum cleaner, the charging adapter, a side brush, and the remote control.

Product Overview

Front View

The front of the robot vacuum is shown with numbered indicators: 1: Power Button, 2: WiFi Indicator, 3: Home Button, 5: Navigation Sensors.

Back View

The back of the robot vacuum is shown with numbered indicators: 6: Dustbin Release Latch, 7: Dustbin.

Charging Base

The charging base is shown.

Bottom View

The bottom of the robot vacuum is shown with numbered indicators: 4: Charging Contacts, 8: Charging Contacts, 9: Side Brush, 10: Omnidirectional Wheel, 11: Detection Sensors, 12: Left Wheel, 13: Right Wheel, 14: Main Brush.

Dustbin Overview

The dustbin is shown with numbered components: 1: Bin/Filter Release Latch, 2: HEPA Filter, 3: Screen Filter (Non-removable).

Robot Indicators

The charging dock has a charging indicator.

The robot has indicator lights. 1: Power Button, 2: WiFi Indicator, 3: Home Button, 4: Charging Indicator.

Power/Home LED States

• Blinking White: Standby Mode
• Solid White (Off Charge Base): Cleaning
• Solid White (On Charge Base): Fully Charged
• Breathing White: Charging
• Amber: Error
• Lights off: Off/sleeping

WiFi Indicator States

• Blinking White: Network Configuration Mode
• Solid White: WiFi connected
• Light Off: Wifi disconnected / Network configuration failure

Charging Indicator LED States

• Will remain lit Blue when connected to power.

Setting Up Your Roboseries

The following pages outline the complete setup process. For your convenience, we created a step-by-step video to help guide you through setup. Please scan the QR code to access the video and other support content.

A QR code is displayed for accessing setup videos and support content.

Setting Up the Charging Dock

About Your Charging Dock

An illustration shows the recommended clearance around the charging dock: 5 feet in front and 2 feet on both sides.

Place the charging dock against the wall and make sure the place is an open & uncluttered area. Leaving at least 5 feet in front of the charging dock and 2 feet on both sides of the charging dock.

NOTE: Clearance around the charging base is necessary to prevent obstructions when the Vacuum returns to charge. Avoid using a power source that may inadvertently be switched off (e.g., power strip, outlet controlled by a light switch, GFCI).

Setting Up the Charging Dock

Step 1

Illustration shows plugging the power adapter into the bottom port of the charging dock and securing the cable in the channel.

Step 2

Illustration shows choosing a location on a hard floor surface near a power outlet, placing the charging dock against the wall, and plugging the power adapter into a functioning wall outlet.

Setting Up The Roboseries

Step 1

Illustration shows attaching the side brush by pushing it firmly down until it clicks into place.

Step 2

Illustration shows positioning the vacuum on the floor near the charging dock. A hand is shown pressing and holding the Power button until the indicator turns white.

Step 3

Illustration shows a hand pressing the Home button. The Power and Home icons will slowly fade on/off while charging and turn solid white when fully charged.

NOTE: Allow your Vacuum to fully charge (up to 5 hours) before first use. The indicators on your robot will turn solid white when fully charged.

Using the Black + Decker Home App

Understanding Your Vacuum

Your Black + Decker Vacuum is designed to automatically and methodically clean your home. Your Vacuum uses multiple sensors to clean your home efficiently, row by row. Cleaning history is available to view in the Home app. Once cleaning is finished or the battery is low, the Vacuum will automatically return to the charge dock.

Download Black + Decker Home App

Instructions to search for 'Black + Decker Home' in the App Store or use the QR code. App store badges for 'Download on the App Store' and 'Get it on Google Play' are shown.

NOTE: Connecting your Vacuum to Wi-Fi is not required but highly recommended. Using the Home app, you can follow the steps to connect your Vacuum to Wi-Fi. The app will let you manage your Vacuum from anywhere, set cleaning schedules, view cleaning history, access support and more!

The Black + Decker Home app provides an easy step-by-step guide to get your Vacuum connected to Wi-Fi. Here is a checklist of what you'll need before getting started:

• An iPhone (iOS 10 or later) OR Android (4.4 or later).
• Make sure that your phone is connected to your desired Wi-Fi Network. This will be the network that your Roboseries Vacuum connects to.
• Your Wi-Fi network must be a 2.4Ghz network (5Ghz networks are not supported).
• Download and launch the Black + Decker Home app from the app store. Create a user account.
• Follow the steps in the app to add the Vacuum.

For your convenience, we've created a video to walk through the App Setup process. Scan the QR code below to watch.

A QR code is displayed for accessing the app setup video.

Using Your Roboseries and Remote

Before starting your first cleaning cycle, please clear the floor of all objects other than furniture, as some small objects may obstruct, get caught in, or damage the Roboseries.

First Cleaning

Simply press the Power button [▶️] on your Roboseries to begin an Auto-Clean cycle of your home. The vacuum will start cleaning and will continue until it has covered the entire cleaning area.

Cleaning Modes

For your convenience, there are several ways to control your vacuum: Using the buttons on your vacuum, using the app, or using the remote control. Below is a description of the cleaning modes and the way to initiate them.

• Auto Clean: Automatically cleans your floor until it has covered the entire surface. Auto Clean can be initiated with the app, the remote control, or by simply pressing the power button on your robot.
• Spot Clean: Roboseries will deep clean a specific spot. First, use the manual navigation control to guide your robot to the desired location. Then, choose Spot Clean. Spot Clean can be initiated with the app or by using the remote control.
• Edge Clean: Roboseries will clean along walls. Edge Clean can be initiated with the app or by using the remote control.

An illustration shows the remote control with labeled buttons: Home Button (return to charge), Spot Cleaning, Manual Navigation Directional Keys, Start/Pause Button, Edge Cleaning, Suction Power, Do Not Disturb. The robot is shown with its top view, indicating the Home Button and Power Button.

NOTE: 1: It is recommended to point the remote to the front of the Vacuum for best results. 2: The remote control range is 10 - 20 feet.

Main Brush Maintenance

CAUTION: Power off the vacuum before performing maintenance.

Your Vacuum is designed to be used regularly. As with most floor care devices, regular use may cause build-up around brushes, in debris compartments, and near filters. We recommend performing regular maintenance, as outlined in the following pages, to keep your Roboseries Vacuum running at optimal performance.

Maintenance Steps

• 1: Pinch the left and right tabs on the main brush cover. Lift and remove the cover.
• 2: Remove the main brush and clean.
• 3: Replace the main brush and snap the cover back into place.

NOTE: It is recommended to replace the main brush every 6-12 months depending on use.

Illustration shows the main brush cover being lifted, revealing the main brush.

Maintenance Schedule

Maintaining the Dustbin and Filters

Step 1

Illustration shows pressing the dustbin release button and removing the dustbin from the robot.

Step 2

Illustration shows emptying the dustbin contents into the trash and wiping the inside with a dry cloth.

Step 3

Illustration shows accessing the HEPA filter by pulling up the filter housing tab, removing the HEPA filter, and rinsing the primary filter screen with water.

Step 4

Illustration shows removing the HEPA filter, wiping it with a dry cloth, and rinsing the primary filter with water.

HEPA filter

Primary filter

Side Brush and Sensor Maintenance

Step 1

Pop off the side brush by pulling it upward.

Step 2

Remove dirt and debris and reinstall by pushing down in place.

Step 3

It is recommended to wipe dust from the charging pins on your robot and charge dock regularly.

Illustration shows the side brush being removed. Another illustration shows the charging pins on the robot and the charging dock.

NOTE: It is recommended to replace the side brush every 6-12 months depending on use.

Battery Maintenance

DO NOT attempt to remove the battery unless instructed by customer support for the purposes of battery replacement, or to safely discard the unit.

Step 1

Illustration shows using a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the battery cover.

Step 2

Illustration shows removing the two screws holding the battery cover and lifting it off.

Step 3

Illustration shows squeezing the bottom tab of the black connector and the two tabs of the battery connector to pull them apart.

Step 4

Illustration shows inserting a replacement battery connector firmly until a click is heard.

NOTE: Using ONLY a replacement battery supplied by Black and Decker customer support.

Roboseries Troubleshooting

Warranty Information

The One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of Silver Point Innovations LLC. Warranty coverage applies to the original owner and to the original product only and is not transferable. We recommend registering your product online at www.blackanddecker.com.

SilverPoint warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal household use and conditions, one (1) year from the date of original purchase and maintained according to the requirements outlined in this User Manual. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to contact our customer service team at (855) 454-8078 so that we may help resolve the matter. Should service be required by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period, SilverPoint will repair or, at its discretion, replace the product.

Warranty Conditions and Exclusions

The One (1) Year Limited Warranty is subject to the following conditions and exclusions:

The original unit and/or non-wearable parts deemed defective, in SilverPoint's sole discretion, will be repaired or replaced up to one (1) year from the original purchase date. In the event a replacement unit is issued, the replacement product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days from the date of shipment of the replacement product, whichever is longer. SilverPoint reserves the right to use new, refurbished, or used parts in good working condition to repair or replace any product.

Exclusions:

• Normal wear and tear of wearable parts (such as batteries, brushes, HEPA filters, pads, etc.), which require regular maintenance and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit, are not covered by this warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase at www.blackanddecker.com
• Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
• Damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling, failure to perform regular maintenance (i.e., not cleaning the filters), or damage due to mishandling in transit.
• Consequential and incidental damages.
• Defects caused by repair persons not authorized by SilverPoint.
• Products purchased, used, or operated outside of North America.

Warranty Support:

You must call (855) 454-8078 to initiate a warranty claim and have the product on hand during the call. You will need the original receipt as proof of purchase.

The One (1) Year Limited Warranty does not cover the cost of shipping this product to our service center or its return to the owner. Please call Customer Service at (855) 454-8078 to evaluate your product and receive warranty term instructions.

Disclaimer:

This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the product other than to the original purchaser. In no event will SilverPoint or any of its affiliates, contractors, resellers, their officers, directors, shareholders, members, or agents be liable to you or any third party for any consequential or incidental damages, any lost profits, actual, exemplary, or punitive damages. (Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of consequential damages, so these restrictions may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Your acknowledgement and agreement to fully and completely abide by this disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to you upon your transfer of currency (money order, cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of your SilverPoint product.

Trademark Acknowledgement

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