We have some expensive speakers and other equipment on the floor along a 3.5m wall. What is the best way to protect them from bumps if we get a roomba? Should we monitor the cleaning in that area and use a remote? I’m not sure the virtual wall would work without LOTS of the units.
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Good question. In your case, we would suggest that you purchase a 500 series Roomba. Considering that they do have light touch bumpers and should slow down before hitting any obstacles.
Although, there is always a possibility that the robot will not stop in time and bump into the equipment.
A virtual wall beam can usually go for approximately 8 feet. 2 virtual walls could most likely do the trick.
The only way to be 100% certain that the robot will never hit the equipment, would be to place something in front of it when you are not home, operate the Roomba with a remote control or clean this room manually.
Is there any way that this equipment can be put on a small platform? It would take only 1 1/2 inches or so to ensure that the robot hits the platform without getting stuck on it.
Many customers decide to adjust their home for a robot vacuum. This way you ensure that the robot can clean at any day and any time without worrying about damaging anything.