Kyvol
Front Caster Wheel Seizure
Robot vacuum’s front caster wheel does not rotate freely, causing drag or squeaking.
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Possible Causes
Hair wrapped around caster axle, Dirt inside caster housing, Worn caster bearing, Rust on caster shaft
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn OFF the robot and flip it over.
- 1. Remove caster wheel:
- Pull the front caster straight up to remove it from its socket.
- 2. Clean thoroughly:
- Remove hair and debris from the caster axle and socket.
- Wipe with a dry cloth.
- 3. Check rotation:
- Spin the caster; it should rotate freely without noise.
- 4. Reinstall:
- Push the caster back into its socket until it clicks.
- 5. Replace if needed:
- If the caster still binds or squeaks, replace the front caster wheel assembly.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Front Caster Wheel
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