iHome
Intermittent Power or Firmware Instability
Robot vacuum occasionally reboots itself during cleaning without showing an error code.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Loose battery connector, Failing battery pack, Main board power regulator issue, Firmware bug
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn OFF the robot and remove it from the dock before accessing internal components.
- 1. Reseat battery: Open the battery compartment and firmly reconnect the battery plug.
- 2. Firmware update: Connect the robot to the iHome app and install any available firmware updates.
- 3. Monitor temperature: Check if reboots correlate with overheating. If so, inspect for blocked vents and clean filters.
- 4. Replace battery: If the battery is old or swollen, replace the iHome battery pack.
- 5. Replace main board: Persistent random reboots after these steps may require replacing the main control board.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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