Roomba Charging Error 2 | Fix in Seconds

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Roomba may give you some errors when you set it to recharge which must be resolved to make it functional. One of the charging errors is ‘Roomba Charging Error 2.’ Whenever I set to charge my Roomba, it says Hey! The battery is not charging. Basically, it had suffered a charging error 2.

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What is Charging Error 1 on a Roomba?

The following issues may cause the problem, and we will implement the right solution. All the following issues head towards the same issue, Battery is not detected.

  1. The battery is not fitted perfectly in its apartment (Loose connection points of Roomba battery)
  2. The Roomba battery is not genuine. (Roomba uses iRobot Lithium-Ion Battery)
  3. There is some obstruction between the battery charging points and the Roomba charger. (Charging points are uncleaned)
  4. Contact Roomba Support

How to fix Roomba Charging Error 2?

1. Always use genuine Battery

Most of the errors in the battery are due to the usage of non-original batteries. iRobot always refers its consumers to using official and genuine Lithium-Ion Batteries. Because local batteries are not compatible and they create faults as well which harms their functional performance too.

Always use genuine parts, batteries, and other accessories recommended by Roomba. Because local or fake batteries may work for you for a while but the Roomba will soon stop detecting non-original batteries and Roomba won’t charge.

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2. Clean Charging points of Battery

Roomba battery is fitted on the back side of your device and it is tightened with multiple screws on each corner of the device.

  • First of all, unscrew all the screws with the help of a screwdriver.
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  • Now. pull out the back cover of your Roomba device.
  • Pull out the battery carefully.
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  • It is a little hard to draw the battery out, so make sure you don’t damage it.
  • Now, clean its surface points with a clean cloth.
  • Tighten up all the screws and put its cover back on your device.
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3. Remove Obstruction 

Whenever you open the back cover and battery of Roomba, always make sure that you check that there is no obstructive object stuck like hair or dirt particles. Actually, they block the connection area and don’t pass the power.

When you purchase Roomba for the first time, it is possible that you have not removed the yellow cover which is inserted inside and you have to pull it out to make it operative.

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4. Install the battery correctly

If you have tried the methods given above and have opened your Roomba device, then closed its cover and tightened the screws tightly, you might have misplaced the correct position of seating of the battery.

  • Always tighten up all the screws to make sure the cover doesn’t get loose.
  • Make sure that you check battery points are in contact with Roomba metal contacts.
  • Check that there is no obstructive object within it.

Install battery correctly

How to Reset a Roomba Battery

If you are unable to get the solution from all the above-mentioned methods, you must try resetting your Roomba which will surely help you.

  • First of all, hold on to Spot and Doc for almost 10 seconds until it gets off.
  • Now, turn it back on without the cover.
  • So, you will experience a bigger light without the cover.

(I have done this reset for my model 560 series but it is almost the same for other models as well.)

  • You should leave the button when you hear a special beep.
  • Now, your reset will be completed.
  • Make sure that you keep the Roomba on the charging base for a little longer time.
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Contact Support

If you have tried all the approaches mentioned above and you are unable to find the solution, this indicates that the problem is in your device by the factory. You must contact the official Roomba support

They will surely guide you to the best and resolve your problem. Hopefully, You will get a new battery.

Conclusion

You must always use genuine batteries recommended by Roomba. The use of counterfeit batteries may give you a charging error 2.
You must always check and make sure that there is no destructive object stuck inside.
You should clean the contact points and make sure the connection is all right.

I hope that you have enjoyed the article. If you have any comments, don’t hesitate to comment below.

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