Modern automatic cleaning devices, such as the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum or Roborock, are complex gadgets with their own operating system, and users sometimes face the need to return the device to its original state, which may be necessary when selling the equipment, transferring it to another owner, or when serious software failures cannot be corrected by a conventional restart.
The reset procedure depends on the specific model and the type of action required. It is important to distinguish between a full factory reset that deletes all user data and a Wi-Fi network reset required to reconnect to the router. Wrong actions can lead to the robot vacuum cleaner being no longer controlled from the smartphone and the room map being permanently lost.
In this article, we will take a look at all possible resetting scenarios, learn how to securely clear your device memory, reinstall your connection to the Mi Home or Xiaomi Home app, and avoid common bugs that could damage your assistant’s software.
Preparation for discharge procedure and precautions
Before any manipulation of the software of the device, it is necessary to make sure that it is ready; the battery should be charged at least 50-60% so that the process does not interrupt at a critical stage; if the device is in the process of cleaning or charging, it should be stopped and disconnected from the docking station if required by the instructions.
It's worth knowing the difference between the types of resets. Wi-Fi resets simply delete your wireless network data, allowing you to connect the robot to a new router. Full reset deletes all maps, cleaning history, schedules and account binding. It's also important for wet-cleaning models to remove the water module to avoid accidentally turning on the pump during diagnosis.
⚠️ Warning: Before you reset completely, make sure you remember the usernames and passwords from your Xiaomi account if you plan to re-link the device.
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Take screenshots of important cleaning schedules in the app before resetting – manually recreate them after settings are restored can be long and tedious.
Resetting Wi-Fi network settings on different models
The most common reason for accessing settings is to change the router or password from the home network. For Xiaomi Vacuum Mop, Roborock S5/S6/S7 and earlier versions, the procedure may differ in the physical location of the buttons.
On most models in the Roborock and Xiaomi series, you need to simultaneously press the Home and Turn On/Off buttons (or Spot depending on the modification) and hold them for about 3-5 seconds. The Wi-Fi indicator will start flashing, and the voice assistant will report the transition to pairing mode, which means that the old network data is deleted.
- 🔘 On the series models S50/S55/S6 Press the top two buttons simultaneously before the sound signal.
- 🔘 On the Mop and Mop Pro models, you often need to press the power button and the power button for 5 seconds.
- 🔘 On budgetary models (e.g, 1C) Wi-Fi reset can be done through prolonged pressing of the button combination on the top panel.
After a successful network reset, the Wi-Fi indicator should start flashing frequently or changing color to orange/yellow, signaling readiness for connection. If this did not happen, the device may have got stuck and will need to be mechanically restarted by turning off the switch on the bottom panel.
☑️ Wi-Fi reset checklist
Full reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)
If you want to completely clear the memory of a device, for example, before selling, you use the Hard Reset procedure. Many modern Xiaomi and Roborock models implement this function through physical action on the control buttons. However, some devices do not have a full analogue of the Reset button, and the cleaning takes place through the application menu.
To perform hardware resets on models without a touch screen, the “long-term clamping” method is often used. You must hold the “Home” and “On” buttons (or others specified in the manual) for 10-15 seconds. The device can emit a long beep and say the phrase “Resetting” or “Resetting”.
⚠️ Warning: A complete reset will irreversibly remove the stored maps of the premises. If you have a complex layout with virtual walls, after resetting, the robot will need to rescan the apartment to build a map.
What to do if the buttons do not respond?
It is important to note that on some wet-cleaning models, such as the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ or Dreame, a full reset can only be accessed through hidden menus or special commands, as physical access to the buttons is limited by design.
Reset management via Mi Home and Xiaomi Home app
A safer and more controlled way to get your settings back to the original settings is to use official software. The Mi Home app (or the international version of Xiaomi Home) allows you to manage most settings without physical contact with the buttons, which is especially true for models where the buttons are touch or hidden.
To untie the device from the account, which is equivalent to a partial reset for the new owner, you need to go to the settings of a particular robot. In the upper right corner of the screen, there is usually a menu with three dots. Scroll down the list, you can find the item "Delete the device" or "Untie" after confirmation, the robot will clear the binding to your account.
To reset the map and schedules within the application:
- 🗺️ Go to the card settings and select “Delete the card” or “Reset the card».
- 📅 In the “Schedule” section, remove all created cleaning timers.
- 🧹 In the service settings, select filter and brush reset data if you want to reset the resource counters.
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Deleting your device through the app is the only way to guarantee that you will break the connection with your Mi Cloud account, which is critical when selling your gadget.
Some advanced models allow the app to reset network settings, and for this purpose, the Wi-Fi menu often has a button called “Reset Wi-Fi settings” or similar, which eliminates the risk of making mistakes with the duration of the physical buttons.
Specificity of reset for models with wet cleaning and self-cleaning stations
Wet cleaning devices (Mop, Wet & Dry) have more complex internal logic. When resetting, it is important to consider the state of the water tank and pump. If you are doing Hard Reset, it is recommended to remove the water module to avoid accidental activation of the water supply at the time of system reboot.
Auto-Empty Dock models may require special attention. Resetting the robot itself does not always reset the station errors. Sometimes a separate procedure for base is required, which is often done by pressing a button on the station itself for 5-10 seconds.
Below is a table of differences in procedures for popular series:
| Device series | Wi-Fi reset method | Total discharge method | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi S5 / S50 | Home + Food (3-5 seconds) | Home + Food (10-15 seconds) | Dust collector required |
| Roborock S6 / S7 | Home + Food | Through the app or buttons | There's a separate card reset. |
| Xiaomi Mop / Mop Pro | Two buttons on top | Long-term clamping | It's important to remove the water tank. |
| Xiaomi 1C / E series | Button combination | Not always available hardware | Main discharge via the application |
When working with models that support automatic carpet lifting or water flow adjustment, these parameters will return to factory values after reset (usually "medium" level), you will have to reconfigure the preferences in the application.
Solving problems and restoring work after resetting
After the reset procedure, the device can behave unpredictably, often the robot will endlessly try to connect to the last known network or hang on the logo, in which case it helps to completely discharge the battery before turning off, followed by charging to 100% with simultaneous reboot.
If the robot writes Network Connection Error or can’t see the router, make sure you’re trying to connect it to the 2.4GHz network. Xiaomi devices rarely support 5GHz during the setup stage (MAC-filtration) which may have been activated after discharge ID device.
⚠️ Warning: If the robot requires firmware updates after reset, do not interrupt the process. Interrupting software downloads during the first run after Factory Reset can lead to the device “bricking.
In the rare cases where a software failure is profound, it may be necessary to flash through special utilities on a PC, but for 99% of users, the standard methods described above are sufficient. If the device continues to work incorrectly after all the manipulations, the problem is probably in the hardware, for example, in a malfunction of the Wi-Fi module or motherboard.