iRobot Roomba F5 Fix (Left Wheel Error)
Roomba showing F5? That’s the left wheel acting up. Here’s how to clear the error, when to replace the wheel module, and what parts you might need.
Roomba showing F5? That’s the left wheel acting up. Here’s how to clear the error, when to replace the wheel module, and what parts you might need.
Roomba flashing F4 and refusing to clean? Here’s the straight fix, the real-world workaround, and when to stop throwing money at it.
Roomba F3 means the Clean Base cannot detect the dirt disposal bag. Here is the straight-shot fix to get it emptying again.
Roomba F2 means the vacuum system is not moving air right – usually a clog, a packed filter, or a fan problem in the robot or Clean Base. Clear the air path, clean the filter, then decide if it is worth opening up or replacing parts.
Roomba F21 means a vacuuming/evacuation fault. The robot or Clean Base can’t pull air properly because something’s clogged, wet, mis-seated, or the vacuum motor is failing.
F19 on a Roomba usually means the robot thinks it can’t move safely – wheels, sensors, or position don’t add up. Here’s how to clear it fast, and when to stop sinking money into it.
Roomba throwing F18? That usually means it tried to dock or charge and the Home Base/Clean Base never actually powered it. Here’s the fast way to get it charging again and know when to replace parts.
Roomba throwing F17? That usually means the front caster/navigation wheel or its sensor is jammed, dirty, or worn. Here’s how to clean it, when to replace parts, and when to stop sinking money into it.
Roomba throwing F16? That’s a Clean Base / Automatic Dirt Disposal airflow fault. Here’s how to clear the clog, reset the base, and know when to repair or replace.
No-nonsense guide to clear the Roomba F15 internal navigation/communication fault and decide if your bot is worth saving.