Resetting the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi G1 to factory settings: 3 proven ways

Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum G1 is one of the most popular solutions for automated cleaning, but even the most reliable equipment sometimes requires a complete reset. It may have started to glittle after updating the firmware, lost contact with the Mi Home app, or you are preparing it for sale. In any case, a factory reset will return the vacuum cleaner to its original state, removing all stored maps of the premises, cleaning settings and Wi-Fi data.

In this article, you will find three official ways to reset (via the app, the buttons on the case and the keyboard combination), as well as answers to frequent questions: what to do if the reset does not work, how to avoid errors and what data will be lost. We will analyze the nuances for different versions of the firmware and give tips for recovery after the reset. If your Xiaomi G1 is silent, stopped listening or just behaves strangely, this guide will help bring it back to life.

When do I need to reset to factory settings?

Resetting is not a panacea, but in some cases it is the only way to make the vacuum cleaner work again.

• 🔄 The vacuum cleaner is getting stuck during the loading stage or is constantly restarted (cyclic loading).
• 📡 The device doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi despite the correct password, or loses communication with the Mi Home app.
• 🗺️ The robot doesn’t save maps of the premises, resets them after each cleaning or builds routes chaotically.
• 🔧 You sell or transfer the vacuum cleaner to another user and want to delete all personal data.
• 🛠️ After the firmware update, errors appeared (for example, code) 10-1202 or 5-2000).
• 🔋 Battery discharges too quickly, and calibration through the app does not help.

Before resetting, however, check for alternative solutions:

• ⚡ Restart the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Reinstall the Mi Home app and update it to the latest version.
• 🔌 Check the stability of the Wi-Fi network (the robot does not work well with 5 GHz networks or with hidden networks). SSID).

⚠️ Warning: Reset will delete all stored maps, cleaning history and zone settings. If the vacuum cleaner is tied to a Xiaomi account, it will have to be added to the app again.

Method 1: Reset via Mi Home (the safest)

If the vacuum cleaner is still connected to the application and responds to commands, use software reset, which is the most gentle method, since it is controlled by the system.

Instructions:

1. Open the Mi Home app and go to the tab with your Xiaomi G1 vacuum cleaner.
2. Tap it on. ⚙️ Settings (cog in the upper right corner).
3. Scroll down and select General Settings → Reset to factory.
4. Confirm the action by entering the password from the Xiaomi account (if requested).
5. Wait for the process to be completed (the vacuum cleaner will sound and restart).

Advantages of this method:

• ✅ No risk of damaging the firmware.
• ✅ The history of updates is preserved (the vacuum cleaner will not “roll back” to the old version of the software).
• ✅ The process is controlled by Xiaomi servers.

⚠️ Note: If the app does not have a factory reset, upgrade the Mi Home to the latest version. In older versions, this item may have been hidden under Additional Features → Recovery.

Method 2: Hardware reset buttons on the body

If the vacuum cleaner doesn't respond to the application or doesn't turn on at all, use physical buttons on the case, which works even when the firmware is damaged, but requires precise consistency.

Step-by-step:

1. Make sure the vacuum cleaner is off (press and hold the power button for 3 seconds until the indicator goes out).
2. Press two buttons at the same time: Power (⏻) (big round button - Home (🏠) (quilt)

10-15 seconds

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Visual clue:

If nothing happens after the buttons are held:

• 🔋 Check the battery charge (minimum 20%).
• 🧹 Make sure the buttons don’t stick (dust or moisture can block contacts).
• 🔌 Connect the vacuum cleaner to the charging station and try again.

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If the vacuum cleaner is sounding but it doesn't reset, try holding the buttons for longer, up to 20 seconds, and sometimes this helps with sticking the firmware.

Method 3: Reset via button combination (alternative method)

Some versions of the Xiaomi G1 firmware work with a hidden combination that resets settings without voice confirmation, a method that is useful if a standard hardware reset doesn’t work.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. Press and hold the home button» (🏠).
3. Without letting go, press the power button 5 times quickly (⏻).
4. Release both buttons - the vacuum cleaner should emit a double beep and start rebooting.

This method does not work on all firmware versions, but it often helps if a standard reset is blocked by error 9-1003 (damage to system files).

⚠️ Note: If the vacuum cleaner gives an error 12-1001 (gyroscope malfunction, don't try to repeat the procedure, it indicates hardware failure, and needs repair.

What do I do after the dump?

After a successful discharge, the Xiaomi G1 vacuum cleaner will return to the “out of the box” state.

1. Re-link to Xiaomi account: 📱 Open Mi Home → Add the device → Vacuum cleaner. 🎵 Wait for the sound signal from the vacuum cleaner and follow the instructions in the application.
2. Set up Wi-Fi: 📶 The vacuum cleaner only supports 2.4 GHz networks (not working with 5 GHz!). 🔒 If the network is hidden, make it visible temporarily.
3. Calibrate sensors: Go to Settings → Additional → Calibration of sensors Put the vacuum cleaner on a flat surface and wait for completion (~2 minutes).
4. Create a new map of the premises: 🗺️ Start cleaning in Map mode (in the application). 🚫 Do not interrupt the process until the vacuum cleaner has passed all rooms.

If after reset, the vacuum cleaner does not save the cards or loses contact with the application, check:

• 📦 Region in Mi Home – must coincide with the region of the vacuum cleaner purchase (e.g. China, Europe).
• 🔄 Firmware Version – If It Is Outdated, Update It Through Settings → Update of the PO.
• 📡 Wi-Fi quality – vacuum cleaner does not work well with networks where there are many connected devices.

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After the vacuum cleaner is discharged, the first 1-2 cleanings may work less accurately, which is normal – algorithms need time to get used to the new environment.

Frequent Resetting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users experience problems due to improper actions during reset, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to prevent them:

A few more critical points:

• 🔌 Do not disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the power during the reset - this can lead to a breech (complete inoperability).
• 📵 Don’t press other buttons in the process – it will reset the sequence of commands.
• 🌡️ If the vacuum cleaner is hot, let it cool before reset (overheating can cause failures).

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If you're dumping a vacuum cleaner that's squeaking continuously, it's a sign of a hardware malfunction. Don't try to repeat the procedure, call the service.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions