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bObi Robotic Vacuum Main Brush Motor Replacement

Introduction

How to remove and replace the motor for bObi's main brushes.

What you need

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    • Remove bObi's dustbin. Press the small latch on the back and it will pop out.

    • Uninstall the 2 screws close to bObi’s dustbin, plus 2 smaller screws above the main brushes.

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    • To detach the brushes completely, unplug them from bObi.

    • The motor is on the bottom of the main brush attachment. Uninstall the four screws which secure it, then lift the motor out.

    • Remove the stabilizer attached to the motor’s end, closer to its circuit plug before pulling the whole piece out.

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    • Slide the long metal end in first, through the second stabilizer, so the end fits inside the motor holder.

    • Place the stabilizer you removed previously on the new motor.

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    Without a replacement, how can I diagnose the problem with motor and how can I correct it?

    chesterdh - Reply

    alternatively, what is number/source of replacement motor of right kind?

    chesterdh - Reply

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    • Align the stabilizer with the screw posts on the brush holder, then install all four screws.

    • Connect the motor’s circuit plug.

    • Place the main brush attachment in bObi so it sits flat.

    • Line up the red fastener on bObi, and replace its two smaller screws.

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    • Lay the two screw holders down. Then install each screw.

    • Slide bObi's dustbin back in until it locks in place.

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Conclusion

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

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