The iRobot Braava Jet m6 is among the most popular robotic mops on the market. The robot is popular due to its small size and low price. The Braava Jet m6 is also very easy to use; place the robot on your floor, add water, and let it clean. One common problem that users face is a clogged Braava Jet m6.
This article will discuss how to troubleshoot and fix a clogged Braava Jet m6. Although it is a well-built robot with good reviews, some users have reported that their Braava Jet m6s become clogged after just a few uses.
This can be frustrating, as it renders the robot useless. A few common reasons why the robot gets clogged, followed by tried and tested tips to fix this issue. Common reasons why the iRobot Braava becomes clogged include
-Soap build-up on the pads
-Hair and other debris caught in the brushes
-A blockage in the spray nozzle
If your iRobot Braava Jet m6 is clogged, you can:
-Use a toothpick or other sharp object to clear the soap build-up from the pads
-Remove the brushes and clean them with a soft-bristled brush
-Clear any debris from the spray nozzle with a cotton swab
If these methods do not work, let’s have a detailed look at the steps you can take to ensure the jet gets unclogged.
How to Fix iRobot Braava Jet m6 Clogged?
- Clean Vacuum Pads
Take off the dirty or wet pads and throw them away. If the pads are only lightly soiled, you can rinse them with warm water and let them air dry. To clean the brushes, use a toothbrush or other small brush to remove any hair or debris that gets stuck.
- Clean the Spray Nozzle
If there is a blockage in the Braava’s spray nozzle, you can try cleaning it with a paper clip or other small object. While cleaning the nozzle, make sure you don’t damage it.
- Wash The Cleaning Head
First, remove the battery and disconnect the power cord. Next, use a paper clip or other small object to clear the jamming debris from the cleaning head. Then rinse the cleaning head with warm water and soap. You may need to replace the cleaning head if it’s still clogged.
- Clean The Upper Spin Brush
The upper spin brush can also become clogged with debris. First, remove the battery and disconnect the power cord to clean it. Next, use a paper clip or other small object to clear the jamming debris from the brush. Then rinse the brush with warm water and soap similar to how you wash the cleaning head.
- Clean The Lower Spin Brush
The lower spin brush can also become clogged with debris. To clean it, follow the procedure explained above.
- Disassemble The Roller
You will have to disassemble the rollers to clean them. To do so:
- Disconnect the power cord.
- Unscrew the four screws that hold the roller in place.
- Remove the hair and debris from the rollers and rinse the rollers with warm water and soap.
- Screw the roller back in place.
- Start Reassembling The Braava after you’ve cleaned all the parts of the Braava; you can now reassemble it.
- Put the battery back in and screw it in place.
- Connect the power cord and screw it in place.
- Put the pads back on and screw them in place. Your Braava should now be unclogged and ready to use!
To Sum it Up:
You can do a few things to clean a clogged iRobot Braava Jet m6. You can use a toothpick or other sharp object to clear the soap build-up from the pads, remove the brushes and clean them with a soft-bristled brush, or clear any debris from the spray nozzle with a cotton swab. Consider cleaning the pads, brushes, or nozzle with a paper clip or other small object.
You can also wash the cleaning head, upper spin brush, or lower spin brush with warm water and soap. If the clog persists, consider replacing the cleaning head, upper spin brush, or lower spin brush. Finally, you can disassemble the rollers and clean them with warm water and soap. Once all the parts of the Braava have been cleaned, you can reassemble it, and it should be unclogged and ready to use!