Rowenta Mobility / Obstacle Handling Issue

Robot vacuum gets stuck frequently on thresholds, rugs, or chair legs

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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

Worn drive wheels with reduced traction, Weak drive motors, Low ground clearance due to worn caster, Unsuitable floor layout (thick rugs, cables)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn the robot OFF before inspecting wheels.

  • 1. Inspect drive wheels: Check the rubber treads for wear, cracks, or smooth spots. Clean any dust or grease.
  • 2. Check caster height: Ensure the front caster wheel is not worn flat and rotates freely.
  • 3. Adjust environment: Remove or tape down loose rug edges and cables. Use magnetic or virtual barriers to block problematic areas.
  • 4. Replace worn parts: If the wheels are visibly worn or the robot struggles on small thresholds it used to handle, replace the drive wheel modules and/or caster wheel.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Drive Wheel Modules
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