Philips Front Caster Wheel Seizure

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

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Possible Causes

Hair and fibers wrapped around caster axle, Worn caster bearing, Debris jammed in caster socket

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the robot and flip it over.

  • Remove caster wheel: Pull the front caster wheel straight up out of its socket. Some models may require a gentle pry with a flat tool.
  • Clean axle: Remove hair and debris from the caster axle and inside the socket using tweezers or a small brush.
  • Check rotation: Spin the caster wheel by hand. It should rotate smoothly. If it feels rough or wobbly, replace the caster assembly.
  • Reinstall: Push the caster back into its socket until it clicks.
  • Test navigation: Run the robot and observe if it moves smoothly without dragging.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Front Caster Wheel Assembly
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