Kellys Rambling Robot Repair! Fixing Irobot Roomba not charging on dock or sensing dock 650
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- Опубликовано: 4 май 2017
- This is a complete teardown, fix and re-assembly of an Irobot Roomba 650 model. It requires 1 replacement A/C jack you can find on ebay for cheap, and some basic tools to dis-assemble.
I realize the video is long, but i wanted to include taking it apart and putting it back together for anyone who hasn't done it or doesn't want to have to refer to other videos. 
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- there is no need to purchase a new port and wait for it to arrive. If you have only one charging cable, the safety feature is of no use to you anyway. So simply bypass it!
On the back of the charging port, the green PCB board has a BLACK, BROWN, and RED wire attached to it. The black and red are the bottom tab (ground/negative) and the center pole (positive, first contact on bottom), and the brown wire corresponds to the other charging contact on the bottom of the roomba. You simply need to jump the BLACK to the BROWN in any way you like! This permanently fixes the switch to be stuck "on" instead of off. If you don't have solder, you could simply remove the part entirely at the connector to the motherboard, and then bend the two prongs (for the BLACK and BROWN wires) together so they touch - or, leave just the wires (rip them off) and attach them together. If you have solder, you can solder these two prongs together, or if you want to leave the charging port in the machine (and have it still be usable) you can do as I did and solder the back of the port, right on the PCB. This also allows you to replace it with a new port later if you so desire. The two bottom-most (opposite the wires) blobs of solder correspond to the switch, you can try it out by jumping them together and watching it all work. Then just stick some new solder between these two points and viola! Permanently fixed, and you can still charge from the side :)
- there is no need to unscrew the handle, as in the video (and yes, it's a handle!)
- there is no need to unscrew the WHEELS at all, you can leave those too!
That's right. I screwed the Roomba motherboard trying to replace a component. I bought a "new" one that come with that charging connector (original mine doesn't have it). you only need to bridge the left and center connector on the motherboard already installed on the roomba body.
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Thanks so much for this video! I never would have suspected the direct charging port, especially since it was working fine when plugged in. In my case I simply had some dust in that port, a simple toothpick swizzle sorted it out and my Roomba is docking again. Long live Roomba!
Thanks heaps for this. My 500 series was in storage for 5 years, when I took it out, I replaced the battery and it worked a treat, but never would charge on the docks. Even bought a new doc before finding your video. Used the first trick to get the roomba working and might replace the $3 piece if I can get it shipped to NZ. Just wanted to say thanks for the video and your honesty as you went through, gave me the confidence to open up my roomba. The last time I did that, it didn't go a well. LOL.
I bought mine used but it wouldn't dock. I purchased the replacement part on eBay and followed your instructions. Works perfectly now. Thank you for taking the time to make and post this fix.
Thanks man!! i have a roomba 655, this model DOES NOT COME WITH THE FAST CHARGING PORT ON THE SIDE.
But before I found your video i changed the motherboard, which it does come without the side charging connector on the board (I would show you the pics if I could), so i went and bought the jack-wire-connector you recommended , connected to the mother board, mounted on the side, poked a hole, and VOILA charges all good. So thanks to your help i did not only fixed the problem , but also i added functionality))) IM happy!!!
PS1:Because on my personal journey with this thing, i took it apart and put it back together 3 times, and i can tell you don't need to take the bottom subassemblies out. just the bumper and the top circular pieces until you get to the mother board
PS2: Much appreciation to you, for being the ONLY GUY that that does not says: Make sure is plugged ..or that kind of useless help that most of blogs suggest
PS3: i agree with Kelly that Roomba built these to be fixable, so don't be afraid to do the job yourself , accouple of pictures and drawings will help you take it apart and put it back together w/o much trouble.
Thanks for the great teardown video, you're bookmarked. I had the same problem but tried one of the comment fixes by cleaning the manual ac jack with a tiny brush, electrical contact cleaner, and canned air a few times, and that worked for me.
I think what I appreciate most is the fact you seem like just a normal guy. Not some snobby I can fix the world kind!
Thank you for your honesty and realism!
I got a used 770 on OfferUp and it was just a simple modular cleaning head replacement to get my $700 roomba in total for $100 and 15 minutes work, after the $50 part.
Update... I used 1/2” x 2” strips of tin foil to cover the fall sensors (one story apartment) now he cleans the black rug areas too!
Thank you for this video!! Excellent job and tutorial.
I will say to anyone trying this, before you do try the cleaning the jack port trick. I sprayed mine for a good 30 seconds with compressed air. I was shocked at how much dust came out of that port. I then used a paper towel rolled into a fine tip and dipped it in 100% rubbing alcohol (I didn’t have contact spray) as my 595 is over 10 years old and owes me nothing. I was losing my mind as I’ve tried so many times to make this thing connect to the dock and it wouldn’t. This did the trick and I was so overjoyed. I hadn’t used this vacuum for 4 years and I had neglected it pretty bad. The battery, filter and brush rolls were replaced today but then it wouldn’t dock! This video and the comments saved me from throwing this thing out in frustration even if I didn’t have to replace the port, so thank you for that and those in the comments who shared your tricks to get it to dock again! So happy!
Thanks for this video. Instructions were clear, instrumental and in the end I got my roomba charging to work again. I bought my replacement part on ebay
This is fantastic. I was going to have to buy a new vacuum cleaner because it was beyond repair. after watching your video, i was able to fix it myself, with success! thanks.
Dude your first trick worked for me. I actually didn't even do much, I just kinda poked at the metal flap below and then put it back and boom it worked on the dock! Thanks!
Thank you sir! My Roomba is alive again because of you. I had no idea about the failsafe feature.
Alternatively, instead of opening it all up, you can pour a spoonful of 99% alcohol down the DC jack to clear out any excess dust/debris. Attempt to swab up any dirt you can. Then see if it works! Worked for me after one rinse and dabbing up the excess with a swab
Rosie the Roomba does a great job picking up my hair🌼 (which is very long) as well as my two cats' hair. Much easier to just prep the house (pick up loose things on the floor, move some furniture around) and start Rosie than to vacuum--which forces my teenager to pick up her room! Also helped us take control of the flea problem we were having. Connects to the app and lets you know when she's stuck, low on battery, or done with the job (and she returns to her dock to recharge). Easy to empty bin (just remember to do it every time as it's not very big). Very happy we finally got her!
Thank you for not editing out the removal of the top cover. I really appreciate an honest video!
Thank you so much for your informative video! Your instructions are clear and concise and it's nice to see what could be put back incorrectly. Really appreciate this!!!
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It solved my Roomba charging problem and your instructions made it an easy fix. I couldn't get to one of the screws on the right wheel and made the repairs with the wheels in place without any issues.
yes, i'm also not able to get the wheels out because i dont have a long screw driver. I was checking in comments to see if anyone was able to take out the front plate without taking out the wheels. Your comments helps. I will keep on trying.
Thank you very much for this great Roomba repair video. I followed along my 770 model. A few things were a little different, but overall it was easy because of this video. I taped the screws onto the plastic holes they came from instead of keeping track of them.
I really enjoyed watching this video. Great job! It was particularly interesting for me since I just last week purchased a Roomba 650. So now if anything goes wrong I feel fairly confident in my ability to fix it. Thank you.
Excellent demo, but this problem is far easier to solve by just squirting switch cleaner into the socket on the side of the robot, push plug in and out a couple of times, and presto, now docks fine again.The problem is just a dirty contact, no strip down needed. So give this a try first!
Hi! Thanks so much. I had the exact same issue as yours. I didn't buy the piece but took it apart, thorough clean and roomba is charging by herself again :)
Realtime video meant I didn't have to pause it any time. Loved it!! :)
Thanks a lot my dear, I know this may sound silly but I didn't nitice the plugging part on the body of roomba before and my battery was totally dead in a way that it didn't have the ability to recognize the charging docking station although I kept it on it the whole night... But after half an hour of charging it directly to roomba (when u gave me the hint of the manual charging option) it worked and managed to get it working and going to the home-charging-dock.... Thanks a lot dear as I was worried to death of losing my iRobot Roomba ❤️
Thankyou your ideas for both remedies worked. Got roomba 630 running until new plug arrives. Legend!!!
Very good and thorough teardown video! I love the little tips on how to do things properly.
Dude. I've been stuck trying to remove that top cover. I'm so tired of the vids that touch their top cover with a unicorn fart and it pops loose. So just a huge thanks for actually showing us the fight and struggle. Now I know how to proceed. Huge thanks for the in-depth vid and the chat during lol. Same chat I do with myself as I work anyway.
I found an easy SOLUTION: I had the same problem. When I put the charging cable directly into my Roomba, it was charged without problems, but it would not charge on the docking station. Before you exchange the DC jack on the roomba I recommend testing the following: the problem is dust in the charging jack on Roomba. Just blow it out and put some contact spray into the jack. It should be loading on the docking station again - at least it worked fine for my Roomba. Background: the plug is a changeover switch so that the Roomba can be charged via the charging station an via the DC jack at the same time. Over time, the plug and thus the switching mechanism gets dirty. Blow it out and use contact spray. It takes 1 Minute and solves the problem. Good Luck.
What kind of contact spray did you use? Thanks!
Any computer air spray. Easy to find at Staples or WalMart. Don't spray 1 or 2 seconds. Spray a lot, like 20 to 30 seconds.
P.S.: I use only air spray, whitout contact spray and it works well ;)
Very useful video. I had exactly the same problem. Instead of replacing the charging port/socket, I use cleaning duster to blow the dust off the charging socket and it fixed problem. Hope it helps the future viewers. Worth a try.
Thanks! This was exactly what was wrong! I couldn't get a screwdriver in from the outside, so I desoldered the plug, fixed it from the backside and soldered it on again.
Hi Kelly - My 595 Irobot Roomba will dock now!!!!! Your video was awesome, and thanks to you I have revived this little machine that I have had for a long time. I may not tell my wife so that I can be the hero for awhile, lol :-)
Thank you! Couldn't have done it without your excellent help.
Fixed my 780 with your trick at the beginning. Thanks a lot!
It's useful to extend the good functioning of roomba to take the chance to clean it deeply once it disassembled and before to joint it all again. Dust in bumpers and IR sensors and beams not only make it bad working, also make batteries to last much much less.
first class repair by a true and patient mechanic
Thank you. This video saved my Roomba 561 and saved me from going insane trying to figure out what was wrong. Hey guys if your Roomba shows full charge but only runs for 5 minutes replacing the DC jack fixes the problem. $8 on eBAY.
Great!! My Roomba had exactly that problem. Thank you for sharing that instruction.
After watching the video I inspected the Jack plug on my 595 to see if the contact needed to be bent over to side. on inspection I noticed that there was a great deal of dust and dirt in the jack. I was to the point that it was difficult to see the copper contact on the upper side of the plug. I used a small piece of cloth and a pick and cleaned the jack out and that did the trick. I totally enjoyed you disassembly of the Roomba. Thanks
My hero!
A great guide. I went with the first solution (the simpler one). It worked like a charm. Thank you so much.
thank you for the video. I fix my Roomba by cleaning the A/C jack. I never thought that was the cause.
Hey I just fix d my Roomba! So happy! Thanks a lot awesome video and a lot of great information! Thanks
Tear down and reassembly worked, I didn't even have to replace the charge port. I did test it with the multimeter tho. Just put the meter on beep mode and then test the three prongs on the connector. You should get continuity on two pins with it plugged in, and continuity on two different pins with an unplugged. In the end, I think the actual fix for mine was just cleaning the battery contacts - there is a tiny bit of battery crest. Nevertheless thanks for the video!
Bro, ease up on the Bam Bam
With this video you helped me fix my roomba.
Thank you
Great video, very informative. Just replaced the original brushes on my model 677. Like you said replacement parts are very reasonably priced..
Thank you. At 4:25 minutes into the video, you mention debris or gunk getting into the female charging connection. I sprayed contact cleaner inside the female charging connection. That did the trick. Only took 3 seconds.
First of all thank you so much! I have a Roomba i7 and after cleaning the surface and the back part (wheels and other back parts) immediately It started my problem! The problem was that when I pressed the home button it founded the base station but didn't stop to recharge again and it damaged the dock station! I started watching your video and opened edge brush, button tray piece,bumper and the front sensor! I really have yo tell you thank you so much again because more than twenty minutes I didn't know how to close the bumper and where!while I was watching your video! Also I figured out that the charging base doesn't have any problem because when I put the virtual wall in front of the Roomba it didn't stop and passed the wall and that's why I opened it! Now it works and it founded the dock charger and stop and charge normally and it stops in front of virtual wall! The only problem is the bumper and it said error number nine and the bumper is stuck and I think the screws are not tightly closed because I didn't have a Phillips head screwdriver! If your video didn't exist then I never could solve the problem and really I appreciate it! I was going crazy when the vacuum cleaner broke!
Thank you for video again and I think this could be helpful for you and others too! As you said correct tools are always helpful.
I did the same thing which you did on 9:28 and only I watched your video because I didn't know how to close the bumper
At around 18:00 the thing that you are unsure of that you think might be a handle… is the handle. It only comes up a few degrees and makes carrying the Roomba from one room to another easy. Also, you did realize you did not have to disassemble quite as much as you did, other that to gain full access to the places to blow out dust. Just saying that I have done this in 5 minutes… not 49. And, by the way, great job of taking the thing apart and getting it back together. Shows people what can go very right and waht needs some itme spent to do without breaking anything.
Thanks! Had this exact problem, roomba wanted me to buy a new charging dock but this $7 fix did the trick!
Great video. At the right pace and entertaining as well.
Thank you this helped a ton. I was able to fix my robot. However I am quite upset with roomba support. They clearly know about this issue and had no intention of fixing it. They wanted me to buy a whole new robot. Instead of a couple dollar part.
Very helpful for "disassemble stephney" ! One little hint I would offer : when putting the screws back in the "reverse to click" works well but always "start" all the screws before you tighten them makes alignment easier. Not sure this is the problem with mine (not charging) and my model does not use same dc connector on the unit as the charger. (Charger is ac cord jack only on my 770.) OBTW: If you think working on something with kitty's help is a pain try it with a 120 lb German Shepard in your face ! LOL And we have enough fur in our Roomba to build several cats! Great job & thanks!
Great video Kelly, despite the rambling. (kidding, very nice). My Roomba 650 doesn't have that part at all, there is no place to charge directly. The docking station contacts must be kept immaculately clean. I may solder small, thin pieces of sheet silver or copper to the contacts to get better contact than steel. Thanks again for the nice video! ... PS, the screws that are held in are called "captive screws".
Thanks! oh wow i didnt know that the same model wouldn't have the A/C jack on the side? I dont know a ton about roombas! Thanks for the captive screws tip! :)
thank you for the demo and it's easy to follow to it apart.
Friend, you don't have all the likes you deserve! I finally got one connector for roomba series 500 and 600 for 3€ on a japanese seller, which PCB connector wasn't compatible for my series 700... after splice it with my faulty connector, it finally worked like a charm!!!
Search Item number 183055265364 on eBay it costs 6euros
Thanks!! I was able to fix it myself too!!!!
It has been used several times and loved.
IT WORK FOR ME. It was this jack that was malfunctioning. I tried without it and more and it was when I put the jack of my friend's Roomba 761 (item to mine) to it that it started to recharged and docking again. I put a little heat on the jack soldering just to reconnect it good than showered it with brake cleaner and electric fluid and now it just works great.
This fix worked! I called customer service and they told me I was going to have to replace the Roomba....no thanks! Spent $7 for replacement part found on eBay and with your help, I got my Roomba charging on its own again! Hmmmm $7 + one hour labor, or $300? :)
hi, what is the part number, pleeease
Thanks. I can fix it after watching your video. I just clean dusts in the plug hole. Thank you very much!!
Nice work, this from a guy who has done a lot of this kind of work. Two things: you could really use an electric drill/driver for removing all those screws, and we don't need to see every screw go out and back in. Just be careful during reassembly; start all the screws by hand, then run them down with the electric driver, with the torque set at bare minimum.
I just bought a Roomba 960 yesterday, so your job may save me a lot of time in the future.
agreed. my regular ryobi drill is so heavy it hurts my wrist for something like this. I need a light weight one!
@@Elecyview I have a small B&D that I bought from Amazon 5(?) years ago. Great little drill, and the battery is still good. I can leave it on the bench for months, and it will still run fine.
Thanks for your time, please is possible that a damage in the A/C jack has effect in the dock station charge
My Roomba 531 has charge error 3 after 10 day with new battery ( in the dock and also with plug jack)
Regards
I found a roomba 555 at a dump. I brought it home, turned out it had a bad battery, so i tested it with a friends battery and it works perfectly ... bought a LI-ION battery for 40€ and a dock with some filters and brushes for 10€ and it works great. It's amazing what people throw out ...
I bought a 550 at a yard sale for $5 and have ordered the charger from Amazon for $13, can’t wait to see if it will work. I’m a Eufy user, couldn’t afford Roomba!
I had the same problem code 5. I took a pencil & used the eraser end to clean the shiny electrical contacts on the robot and the charging dock. Then I pressed and held the DOCK & SPOT button to reset the robot. Docked the unit and it charged and works fine again? Cheap, easy & quick to try!
It worked for me. Amazing. Thank you very much for sharing.
perfect instructional video a great help, keep up the good work!! from down under klaus in Australia
Had this problem with a new Charging station, was just about to return it but found this video. Bent the connector just a little bit and it started working on the charger.
Great video ! Very nice demonstration
Like others suggest here. It's worthwhile cleaning the contact before replacing it. I used air and a tooth brush to clean the side contact. And that was it.
Got 630 fixed. Thank you for the info.
Great video . I have a Red Rumbo. 500 series. No docking station but does have adapter which can plug in side. New battery ran fine until I need to charge and no power. Indicator light no go. Light on adapter shows power. Ran continuity test. Go on one contact but not the other. Opposite of your demo, If I replace with the same sensor do you think that will do the trick? Any safe way to charge the battery without inserting in Rumba? Thanks
Thank you!!! I was able to fix my Roomba 630
Thanks great video. I fixed mine alongside you
Hi! Do you know if the Roomba is able to charge from the dock, but not from the side plug? My Roomba is dead, but I am getting more messages when it is on the dock. When I connect it, it keeps blinking in orange quickly. I have tried the reset procedure (stock + dock button), but it does not work: after a few hours "charging", the Roomba gives a charging message error (7). I am using a replacement li-ion battery (not original), it is almost discharged. I think the charger is not able to charge the battery. Thank you in advance for your help!
great review. My Roomba 650 just stopped vacuuming. My son has an identical 650 I bought him years ago so I tried his Aerovac Dust Bin but it still failed. I did a factory reset but no luck. Any ideas?
It's a great video so that I had repaired a 571 model. The same trouble found at the model 980(even had fully cleaned the contact face of it and the charge base),do you or anyone can give a good answer.
Do any of you know how to stop the clicking noise while charging tks
I tested with the continuity tool on my multimeter and it happens like you, so I need to replace that connector... the problem is I found that piece only on ebay for for 15€ + 15€ of shipment... :|
Anoyone knows if I can found it on a old electronics shop? If affirmative, what's the exact name of the piece? I doubt I can go there and ask for a "roomba jack connector"
I want to fix my Roomba. The thing does not suck the dirt into the bin. It all ends up inside the unit. Do you have any idea what pieces need fixing?
Thanks for any help!
Thank you for giving me faith that I just have to pry the top cover sucker off and the idea to pry from the inside... All other vids I checked had this convenient shape where they could just prop the cover up from the end and they made me feel like such a loser 😂 I have a Roomba 695 which apparently is made for Kohl's and nobody owns one except me. I eventually resorted to a zip tie to run through the ring edge from both ends and got it off. It was one tight piece of plastic... Fingers are still hurting.
Thanks! Fixed my Roomba!
Thanks a lot! I've just fix my roomba!!
Is this the problem with a charging error 3 - mine is the roomba 630
Can you put a link of that piece?
Hi, love your Video, but my Roomba 630 have different problems like malfunction as i have dropped it , and doesn't work can you help
Fishbowl fell onto the Rumba -which was on the charger. I threw towels on it but it would not charge the next day. I opened it and. I thing seemed even damp. Cleaned it up and still won’t charge - tried plugging in directly, nope. Should I assume it’s the battery? Maybe shorted out?
I replaced this power connector and it now docks. Unfortunately, i still get error message #5. Doesn't charge. I am not able to update the software with the method mentioned in all the youtube videos I have seen. What do you think??
Finally, the real thing after watching a dozen video lessons on cleaning the wrong contacts. Thank you from my very old 595!!!
Hi, perfect video. I have the same issue. just I wan to know what is "1 replacement A/C jack' number or name?. I try to find on Ebay . please let me the part no. please. Thank
thank you so much fot this good tutorial sir...
Awesome video! I end up bridging my faulty connector since I don't not use it
You are awwwwwweeeeeeesomeeeeee! Thanks a lot. My Roomba of doom docks now.
Do you know where I can get new treads for 300 series ( 3100 ) ?
What is the replacement part called? Also can you advise what voltage is your dock's charging station putting out. Mine is 2.8V.
My roomba 650 does not have the charging port in the body. I wonder why. It is a 650. I have my old 650 and it works fine so I replaced the battery on the new one and put it in my old charging dock that i know works, the battery light still blinks and then dies out. Any ideas?
Good video I’m thinking same thing on my Braava 380. Also seeing dark spots on the power jack board. But can’t find the parts on ebay..
I just was given one of these in Hope's that I can fix it. I'm getting the charging light pulsating but it eventually turns red and blinks instead of charging and working :/
Hey perfekt Video.. Thanks.
But the problem of my Roomba 650 is, he told me please charge me. After charging he drive away 20 cm and say please charge roomba. The battery is ok, i have test it. No issue. How can help me to find out the issue?
Goddamn it! I really got old in this shit. Thanks to you , u remind me there is a direct connector for charging bcs dock station is eroded and melted. Lets drive a robot again!
I am glad that you fix your roomba it was Awesome I have a roomba 690😌 !!!!!!! !!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!
This may be the problem I am currently having with my 561. I didn't know that they had that failsafe shut off or even a port on the side for charging. I kept getting err5 charging and when I looked at the port it was full of dust. Vacuumed it out and put on the charger and its charging. Yeah..
i have looked all over, where did you get the socket from, please advise?