Shark Dock Location / Navigation Failure

Robot vacuum does not return to the dock at the end of cleaning

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Possible Causes

Dock placed in tight or cluttered area, Dock IR signal blocked, Weak battery preventing return, Faulty docking sensor on robot

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Ensure the dock is plugged in and powered.

  • Reposition dock: Place the dock against a wall with at least 3 feet (1 m) of clear space in front and 1.5 feet (0.5 m) on each side.
  • Remove obstacles: Clear objects that may block the robot's line of sight to the dock.
  • Clean sensors: Wipe the robot's front sensors and the dock's IR window with a dry cloth.

If the robot still fails to dock despite good placement, the docking sensor or navigation system may need service.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Docking IR Sensor Module
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