Hi!
My Scooba 450 does not pick up the water; it also does not have air blowing out the side.
I believe I need a new vaccuum/blower motor.
Irobot says they will not repair it.The robotshop says they do not have the part.
Where can i buy scooba 450 vacuum/blower motor part or how do I repair the motor?
Thanks for your help!
There are only a few things that can cause the condition you describe.
First would be to verify that the vacuum/blower motor is running. You can test this by placing your hand on the floor opposite the side where the charger is connected and see if you feel air movement. If no air is felt, there’s your problem.
Second, there is a valve located in the dirty tank that if blocked will prevent water pick-up. To resolve and clear this condition will require several processes to occur at once. Fill the dirty tank half way with hot water, add Scooba cup of vinegar. Close the stopper and shake the “Good Grief” out of the tank. This action is necessary and may have to be repeated several times to clear the flapper valve in the dirty tank.
Third, there may be a poor seal between the tank and the Scooba base. Verify that both the left and right sides of the tank are close to the base and equal in distance. If the right side is farther away from the tank (larger gap) then water pick up will be poor. Some Scoobe owners resort to using duct tape to hold down the tank.
Fourth, verify that the thin rubber pieces on the bottom of the tank are not deformed and properly seated in the grooves. hope this helps
Hi AudioVOX,
The vacuum/blower motor is NOT running! Where can I purchase a replacement? I Googled could not figure it out.
Thanks!
I would suggest you to verify on eBay / Amazon and such.