I'd like to add to the guide written by n1407
One thing I wish I'd known before I bought my iRobot Roomba was that it doesn't work on black carpets.
Customer service helpline advised sticking tinfoil over the cliff sensors but mine still won't work on a black rug.
Other than that it's a great little piece of equipment, especially for infirm, disabled or just plain lazy people.
Guide created: 05/06/08 (updated 30/06/08)

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