Proscenic Obstacle Detection / Bumper Sensor Degradation

Robot vacuum frequently bumps into furniture hard or fails to slow down before impact.

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Possible Causes

Dirty front IR sensors, Bumper travel restricted, Internal bumper switches misaligned, Navigation firmware issues

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the robot before inspecting the bumper.

Clean sensors and bumper:

  • Wipe the front IR sensor windows with a microfiber cloth.
  • Press the bumper in and release across its full width to ensure free movement.

Update firmware:

  • Connect the robot to the Proscenic app and check for navigation firmware updates.

Advanced: If the bumper does not click or move freely, the bumper sensor assembly may need adjustment or replacement by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Front Bumper Sensor Assembly
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