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Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement

Introduction

In this guide you will be able to replace the side brush of the Neato Botvac Connected. Replacing the side brush would be necessary if its not spinning properly. This could also be replaced if there are excess debris stuck in the brush. As a precaution make sure to disconnect the battery before beginning this guide.

What you need

  1. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Place the top of the Neato Botvac Connected against a flat surface.

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    • Remove the two 5.5 mm screws with a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

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    • Using the spudger, remove the panel covering the battery.

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    • Gently remove the connecting wires attached to the battery.

    • The wires are attached to the vacuum through a clip.

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  5. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using the spudger, gently remove the battery from the device.

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  7. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement, Front Roller Brush: step 6, image 1 of 2 Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement, Front Roller Brush: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the following screws with a Torx screwdriver:

    • Four 2.3 mm screws.

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  8. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the thin panel held by the four screws with a spudger.

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  9. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the two small wheels, and the axles attached to them.

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  10. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the panel that is on top of the front roller with the spudger.

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  11. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the front brush.

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    • Gently twist the side brush back and forth.

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    • Spin the side brush counter counterclockwise.

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  14. Neato BOTVAC CONNECTED Side Brush Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Use the spudger to gently pry up and remove the side brush.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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