How to start wet cleaning on the vacuum cleaner Xiaomi Mop: a complete guide with settings and life hacks

Xiaomi’s wet cleaning robots have become an integral part of the smart home, but many users face difficulties in starting the first run. Unlike conventional dry cleaning, it needs to take into account the water level, the type of rag, the settings in the Mi Home app and even the features of the flooring. This article will help you understand how to properly activate the moping mode on Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop, Dreame and Viomi models, avoid typical errors and achieve perfect cleanliness without divorces.

We will discuss in detail: 1. Preparation of the vacuum cleaner for the first wet cleaning (installation of the tank, choice of cloth, water filling). 2. Settings in the application - from basic to hidden functions like zoning or intensity control. 3. Practical tips for the care of the system (cleaning nozzles, washing the tank, storing the rag). 4. Common problems and their solutions - why the robot does not wash the floor, leaves puddles or ignores moping.

Special attention will be paid to compatibility of cleaning modes with different types of coatings (laminate, tile, parquet) – this is critical for the safety of your floors. If you have just unpacked Xiaomi Mop or have been using it for a long time, but want to optimize the process, read on!

1.What Xiaomi models support wet cleaning?

Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners can wash floors, and the wet cleaning function is available in the following series:

• 🔹 Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (e.g. Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P) – budget models with a basic water tank.
• 🔹 Dreame (a sub-brand of Xiaomi): Dreame D9, Dreame W10, DreameBot L10 Pro – Advanced solutions with electronic water supply control.
• 🔹 Viomi (another sub-brand): Viomi V2, Viomi V3 — often with hot water function and automatic drying of cloth.
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum X10+ and newer - flagships with automatic lifting of rags on carpets.

To find out exactly if your model supports moping, check:

1. The inscription "Mop" or "Wet cleaning" on the case or in the characteristics.
2. A removable water tank (usually white or transparent) at the back or bottom.
3. Moping or Wet Cleaning in the Mi Home app menu.

If your model doesn't make the list, but you see a water tank, chances are it's there, but it's hidden in the settings. 1S You can only wash the floors after updating the firmware.

2. Preparation of the vacuum cleaner for the first wet cleaning

Before you start the moping, you need to properly assemble and configure the robot, and skipping at least one step can lead to leaks or poor cleaning.

Installation of water tank and rags

Complete with the robot comes:

• 💧 Plastic water tank (usually 200–300 ml).
• 🧹 Microfiber cloth (sometimes two for different types of coatings).
• 🔧 Fixed clips or Velcros for fixing the rag.

Sequence of action:

1. Remove the dust collector (container for garbage) – it is usually located on top.
2. Put a water tank in its place. It has to click, which means that the locks have gone off.
3. Affix a cloth to the bottom of the robot. The Dreame and Viomi models often use magnetic mounting, and the Mi Robot uses Velcro.
4. Make sure the cloth is flat on the pallet and does not overlap the sensors.

⚠️ Warning: If the cloth is curved, the robot will "drive on one side" leaving strips of dirt. W10) Incorrect installation can cause an error E9 (nucleus).

2.2 Water filling: how much to pour and what?

The volume of water depends on the model:

Use only pure water (preferably filtered or distilled) if you want to add detergent:

• 🧼 Only special fluid for robot vacuum cleaners is allowed (e.g. Xiaomi Floor Cleaner).
• 🚫 Household detergents (such as Mr. Proper or Fairy) are banned – they foam and clog the system.
• 💧 Optimal proportion: 1 cap of the product per 200 ml of water.

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If you have hard water, add 1 tbsp. spoonful of vinegar to 1 liter of water 1 time per month - this will prevent lime plaque in the tank and nozzles.

3. Set up wet cleaning in the Mi Home app

Without the right settings in the app, the robot will either not wash the floor or it will do it badly. Let's take it apart.

Connecting the robot to the application

If you haven’t already connected the vacuum cleaner to the Mi Home:

1. Download the Mi Home app (iOS/Android) and register.
2. Press. + → Addition of a device → Robot vacuum cleaner.
3. Choose your model from the list.
4. Connect the robot to Wi-Fi (it should emit an audible signal).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi robots only work with 2.4GHz networks. If your router is broadcasting at 5GHz, create a separate network or turn on compatibility mode.

Selection of cleaning mode

In the main menu of the device in Mi Home, find the Cleaning or Cleaning section.

• 🧹 Vacuum only – vacuum cleaner does not wash the floor.
• 💦 Wet cleaning (Mop only) - only washing (without vacuum cleaner).
• 🧹💦 Vacuum & Mop – First vacuum cleaner, then wash.
• 🔄 Zone Cleaning – moping only in selected areas.

For the first cleaning, we recommend choosing Vacuum & Mop - so the robot will first collect large debris that could stain the cloth.

Adjustment of the intensity of the moping

In the wet cleaning settings (usually in the Mop Settings section), you can select the water supply level:

• 🌊 Low (Low) - for laminate or parquet (minimum humidity).
• 🌊🌊 Medium (Medium) - for tiles or linoleum.
• 🌊🌊🌊 High (High) - for severe pollution (risk of puddles!).

On Dreame models D9 and newer there is a function of electronic humidity control - the robot automatically adjusts the water supply depending on the type of coating (determined by the map).

4. Starting wet cleaning: step-by-step instructions

Now, let's get to the point. Here's a universal algorithm for all Xiaomi models with a puping function:

1. Check the battery. It takes at least 50% (the optimal 80%) to clean properly.
2. Remove large debris from the floor, and the robot can get caught on wires or socks, which can lead to an error.
3. Close the doors to rooms where no cleaning is needed, or set up virtual walls in the app.
4. Pour water into the tank (see section 2.2).
5. Select the mode in the application (Vacuum & Mop for the first cleaning).
6. Click Start. The robot will start by building a map (if it's the first cleaning).

⚠️ If the robot stops and makes an error E5 (problem with the mop, check it out:

- Is the rag properly installed?

- Will the hose be clamped down?

- Is there enough water in the tank?

On models with automatic lifting of rags (for example, Xiaomi) X10+) The robot identifies the carpets and raises the mop so that it doesn't wet them. If this function doesn't work, update the firmware through Settings. → Update of the PO.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even with the right setup, there can be difficulties.

If the robot starts dancing in one place while browsing, it's probably too wet and it's interfering with sensors.

1. Reduce the water level in the settings.
2. Use a rag of microfiber with a short pile.
3. Wipe the sensors from the bottom of the robot with a dry wipe.

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If you leave white stains after cleaning, it's a limestone plaque from hard water. Solution: use distilled water or add 1 tsp of citric acid to 1 liter of water 1 time every 2 weeks.

6.Care for the wet cleaning system

To make a robot last, you need to regularly maintain its wet components.

• 🧽 After each cleaning: Pour the remaining water out of the tank. Wash the tank with warm water (no detergents!), remove the cloth and rinse it (dry in straightened form).
• 🔧 1 time per week: Clean the nozzle with a toothpick or needle. Wash the water supply hose (you can use a syringe).
• 🛠️ 1 time per month: Disassemble the tank and clean the filter (if any) Check the tightness of sealing gums.

⚠️ Warning: If you leave the water in the tank for a long time, you will see mold or lime plaque. On Viomi models with hot water function, this can also lead to corrosion of the heating element.

Use a mesh bag (companying with some models) to store the cloth, so it dries faster and doesn't smell. If there isn't a bag, dry it on a battery or in a well-ventilated place.

7. Tips for the Perfect Cleaning

To make the robot wash the floors more efficiently:

• 🗺️ Separate rooms into zones in the app and assign different cleaning modes (for example, moping only in the kitchen and in the hallway).
• ⏱️ Start cleaning on schedule, the optimal time is when you are not at home (for example, from 10:00 to 12:00), so the robot will not interfere, and the floors will have time to dry.
• 🔄 Alternate rags. Have 2-3 replaceable rags: one for wet cleaning, another for dry polishing (for example, after washing the floors).
• 🧼 Use specialized detergents. Tools like Xiaomi Floor Cleaner not only clean better, but also protect the robot parts from scale.

If you have a dream. D9 Or, more recently, activate Auto Drying, which will dry the mop with hot air after cleaning, preventing odor and mold.

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To clean the animal's hair, first, run the robot in Turbo mode (maximum suction power), and then in moping mode, so the rag doesn't get clogged with hair.

FAQ: Frequent questions about wet cleaning on Xiaomi Mop