How to turn off wet cleaning on the vacuum cleaner Xiaomi: all the ways and nuances

Xiaomi wet cleaning robots are convenient assistants, but sometimes wet cleaning needs to be turned off. For example, if you want to vacuum the carpet, avoid laminated squashing or save water in the tank. Depending on the model (Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Viomi V3, Dreame D9, etc.), the process is different — somewhere you just need to press a button, and somewhere you have to dig into the application settings.

Many users face problems: the function does not turn off via the remote, the Mi Home application does not have the desired menu item, or the vacuum cleaner stubbornly returns to wet cleaning after updating the firmware. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to turn off the mode, including hidden settings and avoiding typical errors. Also explain why sometimes it is better not to turn off the function completely, but to customize it for your tasks.

If your Xiaomi vacuum cleaner ignores commands or behaves unpredictably, don't rush to reset. 80% of the time, the problem is solved by the correct sequence of actions, which we described below. First, determine the model of your device: this will affect the choice of method.

1. Disable wet cleaning through the Mi Home app

The most reliable way is to use the official Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home for newer versions).The interface may vary depending on the server region (China, Europe, Russia), but the general logic remains.

To turn off the wet cleaning:

1. Open Mi Home and select your vacuum cleaner.
2. Go to Cleaning → Cleaning Settings (or Cleaning Settings).
3. Find Wet Cleaning Mode (sometimes called Mop Mode or Water Volume).
4. Move the slider to the off. or select Dry cleaning.
5. Save the settings and start the test cleaning.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (Viomi) V3 With software version below 3.5.8), wet cleaning mode can be hidden in the submenu Additional settings. If you do not find an option, update the application and vacuum cleaner firmware.

Check out the Mi Home app (up-to-date 6.5.4+)

Make sure the vacuum cleaner is connected to Wi-Fi

Battery charge > 20%

Turn off the "Do Not Disturb" mode in the device settings-->

If the vacuum cleaner is still washing the floor after turning off, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the device: Press the power button for 10 seconds.
• 📱 Reset the app cache: in the phone settings, find Mi Home and clear the data.
• 🔧 Update the firmware: in the vacuum cleaner menu, check for updates.

2. Use of physical buttons on the body

Most models (Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P, Dreame Z10 Pro) have a mechanical cleaning mode switch, usually located next to the power button or under the water tank cover.

How to turn off wet cleaning manually:

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. Find a switch with a water drop pictogram (💧) or the Mop.
3. Put it in the Off or Dry position.
4. Turn on the vacuum cleaner and check the mode in the application.

⚠️ Attention: On Viomi SE And some budget models don't have a physical switch, so use the remote or the app.

If the switch is jammed or does not respond to changes, try to clean it of dust with compressed air. On electronically controlled models (for example, Viomi V3), mechanical cleaning can lead to breakage - in which case, contact the service.

3. Disconnection via remote control (if supported)

Some Xiaomi vacuum cleaners (such as the Dreame D9 Pro) come with remote controls, which can quickly switch cleaning modes without opening the app.

Instructions for using the remote:

• 📺 Press the Mode button (or the drop pictogram) 💧).
• 🔢 Select Dry (Dry Cleaning) or Vacuum Only.
• ✅ Confirm the choice with a button OK start.

If the remote doesn't respond:

• 🔋 Check the batteries (usually) CR2032).
• 📡 Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote and the vacuum cleaner (maximum distance is 5 meters).
• 🔄 Restart the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 10 seconds).

⚠️ Note: On the remotes for Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P, the Mode button can be operated with a delay of up to 3 seconds.

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If the remote is lost, it can be replaced with a universal IR remote (for example, BroadLink RM4 Pro).

4. Resetting settings to factory (extreme case)

If the wet cleaning doesn't turn off either way, the firmware settings may have gone wrong, and then a hard reset will help, and you'll have to do it again after that.

• Connect the vacuum cleaner to Wi-Fi.
• Customize the maps of the premises.
• Update the firmware.

How to reset your settings:

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner.
2. Press the Power and Home buttons (or Spot Clean if there is no Home button) for 10-15 seconds.
3. Wait for the beep (usually two short squeaks).
4. Release the buttons and the vacuum cleaner will reboot.

After reset, wet cleaning will shut down by default. To avoid repeated problems, update the firmware immediately through Mi Home.

5. Scheduling: How to Avoid Wet Cleaning at Certain Times

Instead of turning off the mode completely, you can set a schedule so that the vacuum cleaner only cleans the floors on the right days or hours.

• 🌞 Cleaning in the morning (when the floors should dry quickly).
• 🌙 Cleaning in the evening (when no one is home).
• 🏠 Different modes for different rooms.

How to set up a schedule in Mi Home:

1. Open the cleaning map in the app.
2. Choose a schedule (or Schedule).
3. Add a new task and specify: Days of the week. Start time. Cleaning type (dry or wet) Zones or rooms (optional).

Save the settings.

⚠️ Note: On models with hybrid tanks (e.g. Dreame) W10) When setting your schedule, consider the water level. If the tank is empty, the vacuum cleaner will automatically switch to dry cleaning, even if the schedule indicates wet mode.

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Scheduling is the best option for those who want to keep the wet cleaning function but control its use, eliminating the need to constantly turn on/off manually.

Typical errors and their solutions

Users often have problems with turning off wet cleaning, and let's look at the most common cases and how to fix them.

Problem 1: There is no item in the Mi Home app called "Wet Cleaning Mode".

• 📌 Reason: An outdated version of the application or firmware.
• 🔧 Solution: Update Mi Home to the latest version and check for vacuum cleaner updates.

Problem 2: The vacuum cleaner ignores the settings and cleans the floors despite the mode turned off.

• 📌 Reason: Synchronization failure between application and device.
• 🔧 Solution: Remove the vacuum cleaner from the Mi Home. Reboot the device (hold the Power 10 seconds). Add the vacuum cleaner again via Add the device.

Problem 3: After the firmware update, the wet cleaning turned on itself.

• 📌 Reason: Resetting user settings to factory.
• 🔧 Solution: Go to the vacuum cleaner settings and re-disable the mode.

Problem 4: The physical switch is not locked in the Off position.

• 📌 Cause: Wearing of the mechanism or getting debris.
• 🔧 Solution: Clean the switch carefully with a brush. If the problem persists, you need to replace the module.

7. Alternative ways: voice assistants and automation

If standard methods don’t work, you can control cleaning modes through voice assistants or smart home systems.

Method 1: Voice commands (Alice, Google Assistant, Siri)

• 🎤 Connect the vacuum cleaner to Yandex Alice or Google Home.
• 🗣️ Say, "Alice, turn on the vacuum cleaner dry." "Okay, Google, turn off the living room wet." 2: Automation with Home Assistant For Advanced Users: Add a vacuum cleaner to Home Assistant through Xiaomi Miio integration. Create automation with the condition: trigger: - platform: time at:"08:00:00" action: - service: vacuum.set_fan_speed target: entity_id: vacuum.xiaomi_vacuum data: fan_speed:"Quiet" #Dry Cleaning - service: vacuum.send_command target: entity_id: vacuum.xiaomi_vacuum data: command: set_mop_mode params: [0] # 0 — disconnected, 1–3 — humidity ⚠️ Note: To work with Home Assistant, you will need to get your vacuum cleaner's Mi Home Token. This can be done through the Mi Home Token Extractor app (Android only). 8. Frequent questions (FAQ) Can you remove the wet cleaning function from the menu completely? No, the manufacturer doesn't provide this option. However, on some firmware (for example, for Viomi) V2) You can turn off the item display via the engineering menu. To do this: Enter the Mi Home test mode: press 5 times on the vacuum cleaner icon. Select Debug Mode → Hide Mop Settings. ⚠️ It doesn't turn off the function itself, it just hides it in the interface. Why does the vacuum cleaner still leave wet marks after it turns off the wet cleaning? It's because of the water left in the system. To solve the problem, remove the water tank and rinse it under running water. Blow the tubes with compressed air (such as a cold dryer). Run the vacuum cleaner in dry cleaning mode for 5-10 minutes to evaporate moisture residue. How to turn off wet cleaning only for individual rooms? In the Mi Home app: Open the cleaning map. Select the desired rooms (e.g., a bedroom with a carpet). Click Zone Settings → Cleaning mode. Choose Dry Cleaning or Vacuum Only. If you don't have the option, upgrade your vacuum cleaner firmware to version 3.6.0 or higher. Can you use a vacuum cleaner without a water tank? Yes, but with reservations: ✅ Most models: Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Dreame D10) The vacuum cleaner will work in dry cleaning mode. ⚠️ On Viomi. V3 Xiaomi Mi Mop 2 Lite without a tank device can give an error E3 (lack of module). 🔧 Solution: install an empty tank (no water) or use a plug (if any) How to check if the wet cleaning is actually turned off?: 🔍 Look at the indicators: if the blue LED is on (💙) — live. 💧 Start cleaning on the dark floor (for example, tiles) - wet marks will be noticeable. 📱 The Mi Home app displays the current mode during cleaning.