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iRobot Roomba 890 IR Sensor Replacement

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  1. iRobot Roomba 890 IR Sensor Replacement, IR sensor: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the two 11 mm screws.

    • Remove the battery cover.

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    • Pull directly up on the grey pull-tabs to remove the battery.

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  3. iRobot Roomba 890 IR Sensor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the one 7.7 mm screw.

    • Remove the yellow brush head.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to unscrew the two 11 mm screws.

    • Lift the baseplate up and off.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the ten 9.3 mm screws.

    • Remove the bumper retainer ring.

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    • Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the two 7.5 mm screws holding the IR sensor in place.

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    • Use an iFixit opening tool to remove the outer plastic covering from the top of the Roomba.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 9.5 mm handlebar screws; then remove the handle.

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the fourteen 9.5 mm top plate screws.

    • Lift off the top plate.

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    • Use a pair of angled tweezers to firmly grip the IR sensor plug, and pull it directly backwards to release it from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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