Amazon Basics Front Caster Wheel Seizure

Robot vacuum's front caster wheel does not rotate freely, causing drag marks and navigation issues.

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Possible Causes

Hair wrapped around caster axle, Dirt inside caster socket, Worn caster bearing, Bent caster stem

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the robot and flip it over on a soft surface.

  • 1. Remove caster wheel: Pull the front caster straight up to remove it from its socket (some models may require a small tool to pry it out).
  • 2. Clean axle and socket: Remove hair and debris from the caster axle and inside the socket. Use tweezers if necessary.
  • 3. Check rotation: Spin the caster wheel by hand. If it feels rough or sticks, replace the front caster wheel assembly.
  • 4. Reinstall caster: Push the caster back into the socket until it clicks and rotates freely.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Front Caster Wheel Assembly
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