Why choose the iRobot Roomba 981 robot vacuum cleaner. Overview, instructions, specifications, pros and cons of the device

The article reviews an overview of the model of the robot vacuum cleaner irobot roomba 981. The appearance is described, the functionality of the device is given. The advantages and disadvantages of this model, as well as the instruction manual are considered. Made a detailed review.

In our time, to replace the usual vacuum cleaners new technologies are coming robot vacuum cleaners, which free you from cleaning and save you time.

The market is replenished with new models of these assistants, which adapt to the needs of consumers. One such newcomer is the robotic vacuum cleaner. iRobot Roomba 981.

Interesting and multifunctional model attracts the attention of demanding customers. What are its features and advantages, pros and cons will be discussed further.

Model Features

Should know! iRobot Roomba 981 is the latest representative of the Rumba 900 series. It replaced its predecessor, the discontinued irobot roomba 980, on the market.

He It has in your arsenal upgraded center brush, which improves the quality of cleaning any coatings, phone control, virtual wallsthat come with the kit.

Appearance of the device

Completed vacuum cleaner in classic black in the form of a disc with a diameter of 35 cm and a height of 9.2 cm.

Close to the front arc in the direction of travel is a handle.

It is designed so that you can easily carry your assistant to a new location or between floors if you have a large house.

Next is a panel with control buttons and indicators of the vacuum cleaner.

Centered located iAsapt Navigation Camera, which allows the robot to navigate in the room where the cleaning takes place and avoid obstacles.

On the back arc located dust bin open button. The front side panel has a spring-loaded bumper with a rubber pad.

Stay up to date! This part is designed to mitigate possible collision with furniture or other obstacles that the sensors may not see.

dust collector same slides out from the rear.

The bottom panel is equipped as follows:

turning wheel between recharging contacts;
side brush, battery compartment, displacement sensor;
Two drive wheels with rubberized tread for increased grip on various surfaces.
Between them is a cleaning module, which consists of two rubber rollers.
They make it possible to clean various coatings, as well as carpets.

Keep in mind! There is a lower chamber and various sensors:

obstacle sensor provides free movement of the vacuum cleaner at a given location without collisions and stops;
elevation sensors protect the robot from falling if there is a ladder in the room, or you asked him to clean on the couch;
motion limiter recognition sensors (included), which allow you to close access to some areas in the room that do not need to be cleaned for certain reasons;
dock search sensor necessary to put the vacuum cleaner on charge when the battery is low;
dust bag full and dirt sensors Dirt Detect 2 notify you of the need to clean your assistant.

Model characteristics

Cleaning type	Dry
Source of power	Li-ion battery
Battery capacity	3300 mAh
Working hours	120 minutes
Charging time	180 minutes
Cleaning area	Over 100 m?
Height of obstacles to be overcome	Up to 20 mm
dust collector	Cyclone filter
Dust capacity	1000 ml
dimensions	350x350x92 mm
The weight	3.95 kg
Noise level	60 dB
Cleaning type	Dry

Functionality

It is worth noting! This model of robotic vacuum cleaner can be paired with your smartphone via Wi-Fi. This feature greatly facilitates communication with the assistant.

Just install a special application on your phone and you can completely set the cleaning parameters you need without the help of a remote control.

After pairing with the phone and setting the settings, the vacuum cleaner will get acquainted with the cleaning area entrusted to it with the help of its many cameras and sensors, will make a plan of movement around the room for optimal and fast cleaning.

It is also able, after recharging, to continue cleaning exactly from the place where the battery charge level ended.

iRobot Roomba 981 also can effectively clean thick pile carpets.

This function is provided by the central rubber rollers and the provided system for increasing the suction power.

Need to know! The rollers are arranged in such a way that there are no problems with wound hair and wool, and also that the robot does not get tangled in wires, fringe, etc.

This assistant reacts to strong pollution and cleans such areas more thoroughly.

There are also two guards included to help you protect valuable items from the janitor or set an invisible border where he should not go.

Equipment

The robot vacuum cleaner comes with the following configuration:

floor charging base,
robot vacuum cleaner iRobot Roomba 981,
lithium ion battery,
additional side brush,
additional HEPA filter,
movement limiter 2 pcs.

Advantages and disadvantages

Note! Of the advantages, the following can be noted:

the presence of various sensors ensures high-quality cleaning;
you can set cleaning using your smartphone;
adjustable suction power;
large dust collector.

Among the shortcomings can be identified:

high price;
cannot remember multiple cleaning plans;
the purification zone is limited only by virtual walls;
You can't turn off the sound alert.

Instructions for use

Install the charging station against a wall on a clean floor, connect it to a power source, put a vacuum cleaner on it.
Before using the robot, you must activate the battery.
Activate device pressing Clean buttons.
Start a cleansing cycle by pressing the button again.
Install a special application on your phone to control your assistant.
Set the required cleaning parameters.
After cleaning, the vacuum cleaner will automatically go to the docking station for recharging.

Features of care

Important! For long and effective work of your assistant, you need to properly care for him. Care includes the following steps:

Emptying the waste bin after each cleaning;
Shaking off the dust from the filter - once a week;
Cleaning the dust collector sensors.

All further actions and safety requirements are given in an accessible form in the instruction manual.

Similar Models

Among the analogues of the considered model, the following can be indicated:

Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 930.
Like our assistant, it is controlled from the phone, cleans smooth surfaces and carpets, and additionally has a wet cleaning function.
iClebo O5.
In terms of functionality, it is in no way inferior to Rumba 981, it differs only in that in order to limit the cleaning space, it is necessary to purchase an additional magnetic tape.
Xiaomi Roborock T6.
It features the ability to remember up to three cleaning plans.
LG R9 MASTER.
It is similar in parameters, but differs in that restricted zones can be marked from the phone without using additional virtual walls.
Wolkinz Cosmo.
Equipped with a wet cleaning function.

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conclusions

It's safe to say that this vacuum cleaner will be a great help to you.
It will greatly reduce your labor costs for cleaning, save your time.
Given the high cost of this device, you can consider analogues with a lower cost, but with similar functions.

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