How to properly enable wet cleaning on the Xiaomi Dreame Bot robot vacuum cleaner D9: nuanced

Xiaomi Dreame Bot Robot Vacuum D9 — One of the most popular cleaning assistants, but many owners are faced with the problem of how to turn on wet cleaning so that it works effectively? Unlike dry cleaning, it is important not only to set up the application, but also to properly prepare the accessories. If you’re running this mode for the first time or the robot ignores the team, don’t be quick to blame the technique – it’s probably just the little things.

In this article, we will discuss all the ways to activate wet cleaning (via the Mi Home app, buttons on the case and voice commands), explain why the robot may refuse to wash the floor, and give a checklist for check before launch. And also – we will reveal the secrets of tuning the intensity of cleaning and care for a napkin to Dreame D9 served longer.

Preparing the robot for wet cleaning: what to check before turning on

Before you activate the wash mode, make sure the robot is ready to go. The main mistake of beginners is trying to turn on a wet cleaning without a wipe installed or with an empty water tank, which leads to failures or complete disregard of the command.

Here's what you have to do:

• 🔋 Battery charging: Charge level should be at least 20%. D9 Automatically shuts down the wet cleaning so as not to be left without energy in the middle of the room.
• 💧 Water reservoir: Pour clean water (better distilled) to mark MAX. Using tap water with impurities can clog the system.
• 🧹 Cloth/napkin: Install a microfiber wipe on the bottom of the robot, which must be clean and well fixed, otherwise the robot will "drive on dry water".
• 🚫 Obstacles: Remove long-pile carpets, wires and small objects from the floor. Wet cleaning on such surfaces is useless, and the robot can get stuck.

If you use a detergent, add it to the tank according to the instructions (no more than that). 2-3 drop-in 200 ml of water. Dreame D9 Compatible with original or certified liquids only – aggressive chemistry will damage the pump.

Battery charge >20%|The tank is filled with water.|The napkin is clean and fastened|The floor is free from obstacles|The cleaning agent is added (if desired)

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After pouring water, give the robot 1-2 It automatically checks for fluid and blocks cleaning if detecting error).

Method 1: Enabling wet cleaning through the Mi Home app

The most convenient and functional method is to control through an official application.

1. Open Mi Home and select your Dreame Bot D9 device-list.
2. Go to the Cleaning section (the broom icon in the bottom menu).
3. Click on the button Wet cleaning (icon with a drop of water).
4. Select a cleaning area: 🏠 The whole house - the robot will pass through the entire saved map. 📍 Selected rooms - mark the desired rooms on the map. 🔍 Zone cleaning – draw a rectangle on the map for local washing.

• 🌊 Weak - for laminate and parquet (minimum moisture).
• 💦 Medium - universal mode for tiles and linoleum.
• 🚿 Strong - for persistent pollution (consumes more water).
• Press Start and confirm the start of cleaning.

If the Wet Cleaning button is inactive (grey), check:

• 🔌 Connecting the robot to Wi-Fi (without the Internet, some functions are blocked).
• 🔄 Update of firmware (in older versions there could be a bug with display modes).
• 🛠️ Sensor status: If the robot can’t see water in the tank, it will block the mode.

Method 2: control from buttons on the body of the robot

If you don't have access to your smartphone or you don't have an app problem, you can turn on the wet cleaning directly on the robot.

1. Make sure the robot is off (press and hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. Pour water into the tank and install a napkin.
3. Turn on the robot with a short press on the power button.
4. Press the button. MODE (modes) until the water droplet indicator lights up (💧).
5. Press. START clean-up.

Limitations of this method:

• ❌ You can’t choose a cleaning area – the robot will wash the entire perimeter available.
• ❌ No intensity adjustment (always medium humidification level is used).
• ❌ Planner is not working – cleaning will begin immediately after pressing.

If, after pressing, START The robot is sounding and not moving, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge (blinking red indicator) = discharged).
• 🚫 Blocked wheels or brushes (foreign objects under the body).
• 💧 Water leakage from the tank (the robot will stop if detect moisture in undesignated areas).

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If the robot starts cleaning, but stops after 5 minutes, check if the collision sensor is blocked (for example, with long curtains). D9 See it as an obstacle and throw off the task.

Method 3: Voice control (Alice, Google Assistant, Siri)

The robot supports voice commands via Yandex Alice, Google Assistant and Siri (when paired with Mi Home) to enable wet cleaning by voice:

For Alice:

1. Say, "Alice, turn on the wet cleaning on Dreame."
2. If there are more robots, specify: "Alice, start the floor wash on Dreame in the living room."

For Google Assistant:

1. Say, "OK, Google, ask Dreame to wash the floor."
2. If necessary, check the area: "OK, Google, start the wet cleaning on Dreame in the kitchen."

Limitations of voice control:

• 🗣️ Teams are only available in English/Russian (depending on the Mi Home region).
• 📍 It is impossible to adjust the intensity of moisturizing the voice.
• 🔄 Sometimes a repeat command is required due to synchronization delay.

Important: If the robot doesn't respond to voice commands, check if it's connected to the same Mi Home account as your voice assistant, and a common mistake is using different accounts.

Through the Mi Home app|Buttons on the case|By voice (Alice)/Google)|Through a Smart Home (Home Assistant, etc.)

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Setting the intensity of wet cleaning: what to choose for different coatings

Dreame Bot D9 offers 3 levels of moisturization, but not all users know which mode is optimal for their genders.The wrong choice can lead to laminate divorces or insufficient tile cleaning.

For highly contaminated areas (such as near the front door), you can use Zone Cleaning with high intensity, but do not abuse this mode - it consumes water and battery 2 times faster.

Water saving tip: If you only need wet cleaning in individual rooms, set up the Planner in Mi Home with different modes.

• 🕘 9:00 - kitchen (strong intensity).
• 🕙 11:00 – bedroom (weak intensity).

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For laminate and parquet always use low humidity mode. Excess water can lead to bloating, and the warranty for such repairs does not apply.

Common mistakes and their solutions: why the robot does not wash the floor

If Dreame D9 It ignores the wet cleaning command or it doesn't work properly, and it can be either software or hardware. TOP-5 problems and ways of eliminating them.

⚠️ If the robot starts cleaning, but through 1-2 minutes stop with an error. E5 — This indicates a problem with the pump. Don't try to disassemble the robot yourself: contact the service center (guarantee case).

Problem 1: The wet cleaning button is inactive in the Mi Home

• 🔹 Reason: Outdated firmware or synchronization failure.

Problem 2: Robot drives dry (does not moisturize the floor)

• 🔹 Reasons: Incorrectly installed napkin, clogged pump or water supply tubes, in the tank air (not completely flooded water). 🔧 Solution: Remove and re-fill the napkin (it should fit tightly); rinse the tank under running water (especially the water supply hole); pour the water all the way to the end and tilt the robot to let out the air.

Problem 3: The robot stops with a mistake E3 (water-problem)

• 🔹 Cause: Water level sensor does not detect fluid or detect leakage.
• 🔧 Solution: Remove the tank and wipe the sensor contacts (they can be wet or dirty). Check if the water is leaking from under the tank (possibly damaged gasket). Use only the original tanks - third-party may not work with the sensors.

Problem 4: Wet cleaning works, but divorces remain

• 🔹 Reasons: Too dirty napkin, hard water (lime traces left) Wrong detergent. 🔧 Solution: Wash the wipe after each cleaning (manually, without powder). Use distilled or filtered water. Add 1-2 drops of vinegar in water for softening (no more often than not) 1 weekly).

Problem 5: Robot doesn't return to base after wet cleaning

• 🔹 Reason: A discharged battery or blocked path to the docking station.
• 🔧 Solution: Make sure 1.5m is free around the dock on each side. check the battery charge (if you have a battery charge) < 10%, the robot may not be able to return.

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If the robot is constantly making a mistake E5 (pump, try to push the system: pour warm water (40-50°C) and start cleaning on 1 It sometimes helps dissolve possible deposits in the tubes.

Care for a napkin and a tank: how to prolong the life of a robot

Many users forget that wet cleaning requires regular maintenance of accessories. Failure to follow simple rules leads to unpleasant odor, stains and breakage of the pump.

Care for a napkin:

• 🧼 Washing: After each cleaning, wash the napkin in warm water (maximum 40)°C) free of aggressive detergents. Dry in straightened form.
• 🚫 Prohibited: Wash in the washing machine (microfibre damage), use bleach or air conditioner for laundry, dry on the battery (may deform).
• 🔄 Replacement: Change the napkin every time 3-6 months (depending on the intensity of use).

Maintenance of the tank:

• 💦 Rinse: After each cleaning, drain the remaining water and flush the tank. Pay special attention to the water supply hole - there the dirt accumulates.
• 🧽 Clean: Wash the tank once a week with a soft brush and soap solution. Use vinegar solution (1:1 with water) to disinfect).
• 🚫 Prohibited: Wash in the dishwasher, use abrasive sponges, store the water tank for longer than 1 day (risk of bacteria).

Pump care:

• 🔧 Prevention: Once a month, start cleaning with clean water and 1 tbsp. spoonful of citric acid (remove scale).
• 🚨 Signs of malfunction: The robot makes loud noises when it delivers water. The water doesn't go to the napkin, but the reservoir is full. E5 tidy.

⚠️ Warning: If the problem persists after cleaning the pump, do not attempt to disassemble the robot yourself. Incorrect assembly will result in loss of warranty.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Wet Cleaning on Dreame D9