Error 12
Neato
Battery capacity or charging fault
Neato robot shows 'Error 12: Please charge me' or 'Low battery' and stops mid-clean even after full charge.
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Possible Causes
Aged lithium-ion battery with reduced capacity, Dirty or oxidized charging contacts, Faulty charging base, Battery temperature sensor issue
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the charging base before cleaning contacts.
- Clean contacts: Wipe the robot's charging pads and the dock's contacts with a dry microfiber cloth. Remove any corrosion with a pencil eraser, then wipe clean.
- Check dock placement: Ensure the dock is on a hard, flat surface with adequate space around it so the robot can align properly.
- Full charge cycle: Place the robot on the dock and allow it to charge uninterrupted until it indicates a full charge.
- Test runtime: Start a cleaning cycle and observe how long it runs. If it stops quickly with low-battery warnings, the battery pack is likely worn out and should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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