How to shake the dust out of the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi: a complete guide with photos and tips

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners are indispensable cleaning aids, but their effectiveness depends on the cleanliness of the internal components. Over time, not only visible dust accumulates in the container, filters and brushes, but also microparticles, animal hair, hair that can lead to a decrease in suction power, engine overheating or even breakdown. Many users make the critical mistake of limiting themselves to surface cleaning the garbage can, ignoring filters and turbine brushes, which accumulates up to 70% of pollution.

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions for fully cleaning Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaner (including the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, S7, P10 and others), as well as what tools to use, how to avoid typical errors and when deep cleaning is required.

Why it’s important to clean Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaner regularly

Dust and small debris accumulating in a robot vacuum cleaner is not only an aesthetic problem, but here are three key reasons why cleaning should be done at least 1 time every 2-3 weeks (and for intensive cleaning – weekly):

• 🔋 Decreased performance: Clogged filters and brushes reduce suction power by 30 to 50 percent. Robot begins to pick up garbage worse, especially on carpets.
• 🔥 Overheating risk: Dust settles on the engine and electronic boards, which can lead to automatic shutdown or even failure.
• 🦠 Bacterial reproduction: Wet cleaning (in models with floor washing function) creates an ideal environment for mold and microbes in the container.

According to Xiaomi service centers, up to 40% of warranty requests are related to breakdowns caused by late cleaning, such as the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite, which most often fails a turbine brush due to wound hair that users do not remove for months.

⚠️ Warning: If your robot vacuum cleaner starts making an uncharacteristic noise (squeaking, whistling) or spontaneously shuts down during cleaning, this is a sure sign of critical contamination!

What you need to clean: tools and consumables

Before you start, prepare the tools you need, and most of them will be in every home, but some of them will have to be purchased (for example, replaceable filters).

Models with wet cleaning function (Mi Robot Mop 2 Pro, S7 MaxV) will additionally require distilled water or a special detergent for robot vacuum cleaners (common household chemicals can damage rubber seals).

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Do not use water or soap solutions to clean filters, this disrupts their throughput. It is better to walk through the vacuum cleaner or shake out on the street.

Step-by-step: how to shake dust out of the container and filters

Start with the obvious, the dumpster, but even here, many people make mistakes. Follow this instruction to make sure that cleaning is as efficient as possible.

1. Turn off the power. Remove the battery (if the model allows) or simply remove the plug from the plug. This will prevent accidental switching on during cleaning.
2. Remove the garbage container. Most Xiaomi models have it attached to the back, press a button or pull a special lever (see the photo in the instructions for your model).
3. Shake the trash out of the urn. Do it outside or over the bucket to avoid spreading dust around the room. Don't shake the container off the toilet, small particles can clog the sewers.
4. Clean the filter: 🧹 The Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro filter removable - remove it, tap on a hard surface and walk with a brush. 🌀 In models S5/S6 filter integrated into the container - use a vacuum cleaner with a narrow nozzle.

Wash the container.

If the filter is heavily contaminated (blackened, deformed), it must be replaced. The original filters for Xiaomi cost from 300 to 800 rubles depending on the model. HEPA-filters, but they may not be the size of the.

How to clean brushes and rollers: remove hair and thread

The brushes are the most problematic part of the robot vacuum cleaner, and the hair, the threads, and the fur of the animals are wound onto the shaft, blocking the rotation, and if you don't clean them regularly, the engine of the brush can burn out. Here's how to do it right:

For the side brush:

1. Remove the brush from the body (it is attached to the latch or screw).
2. Remove the wound hair with scissors or tweezers. Don't pull your hands on it, so you can damage the bristles.
3. Wash the brush under warm water if it is heavily contaminated. Dry for at least 24 hours before resetting.

For the main turbine brush (clip):

1. Remove the brush from the body. In Xiaomi models, it is fixed with latches on the sides.
2. Cut the hair wound on the shaft with scissors. Be careful not to damage the rubber blades.
3. Clean the bearings of the brush from dust with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol (this will prolong their service life).

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Deep cleaning of ducts and sensors is recommended every 3-6 months, even if the robot works without complaints, this will extend the life of the equipment by 2-3 years.

How to use the self-cleaning function in the Mi Home app

Many users don't know that the Mi Home app has built-in tools for diagnosing and cleaning a robot vacuum cleaner.

1. Open the app and select your robot vacuum cleaner.
2. Go to the Settings section → Maintenance.
3. Run Self-cleaning brushes (available for the S7, P10 and later) and the robot will automatically scroll the brushes backwards, shedding the wound hair.
4. Check the filter status – the application will show the level of pollution in percentage.

Some firmware also has an engine diagnostic function that checks the suction power, and if the value is below 80% of the nominal, manual cleaning is required.

For models with a self-cleaning base (Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra), the app has a Base Cleanup option, which triggers a cycle of blowing out the ducts of the base, removing the accumulated dust. Use it once a week.

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After self-cleaning in the application, be sure to manually check the brushes - the automated system does not always cope with dense lumps of wool.

Common cleaning errors and how to avoid them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that can cause a robot vacuum to break down, and here are the most common ones and ways to avoid them:

Another common mistake is using non-original parts, like cheap AliExpress filters that can not fit tightly, which causes dust to seep back into the room, and the same goes for brushes, which are often stiffer bristles that scratch the floor.

If after cleaning the robot began to work worse (for example, worse sucks or hums), check:

• 🔌 Proper assembly – all details must be recorded.
• 🔄 Suction settings in the application (possibly lost mode).
• 🛠️ Condition of sealing rubber bands on the container (they could dry or crack).

FAQ: Frequent questions about cleaning Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners