Wet cleaning by Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner: a complete guide from setup to care

Xiaomi vacuum cleaners are no longer just smart brooms — modern models can not only collect dust, but also clean floors. However, wet cleaning requires the right setup, preparation of the room and knowledge of the nuances of a particular model. Many users face problems: laminated laminates, quickly dirty wipes or the refusal of the robot to wash certain areas. In this article, we will discuss how to organize wet cleaning effectively so that the floors shine and the equipment last longer.

The secret of successful cleaning lies in three whales: the right choice of model (not all Xiaomi robots support wet cleaning equally well), competent settings in the Mi Home application and systematic care of components. For example, Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro is equipped with electronic water supply control, and Xiaomi DreameBot D9 — We'll take a look at the carpet recognition system to automatically lift the napkin.

We warn you beforehand that robot wet cleaning is not a substitute for manual washing in difficult cases (for example, after repairs or when there is severe pollution), but it saves hours of time to keep things clean in everyday life.

Which Xiaomi models support wet cleaning?

Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners can wash floors, and the wet cleaning feature is relatively recent, and it varies greatly depending on the series. Here are the key models that support washing:

• 🔹 Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2/2 Pro - flagship models with electronic water control and the ability to adjust the intensity of cleaning. Support the separation of areas for dry and wet cleaning.
• 🔹 Xiaomi DreameBot D9/D10 — robot LDS-navigation and automatic lifting of the napkin on the carpets. D10 Plus added car wash station.
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P - budget version with mechanical water sprayer. Suitable for small rooms.
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite – a simplified version without a laser rangefinder, but with support for wet cleaning.

Important: models without the letter Mop in the title (for example, Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum) 1S) They don't know how to wash floors at all -- they don't have a water tank and a napkin mount. Also note the year of manufacture: robots until 2019 often have a simplified water supply system without intensity adjustment.

If you are just choosing a robot, pay attention to two key parameters:

1. Type of water supply: electronic (more precisely, it doses moisture) vs mechanical (can overwater).
2. Carpet sensor: models with auto-lift napkins (for example, DreameBot) D9) They do not use carpets, unlike budget options.

Preparing the robot for the first wet cleaning

Before the first start of the wet cleaning, several mandatory steps must be taken, and neglecting them can lead to leaks, damage to the floor or breakage of the robot.

1. Installation of a water tank and napkin

• 💧 Remove the dust collector and install a water tank (usually included) in its place. Make sure the sealing gum is intact - it prevents leakage.
• 🧼 Pour only clean water (distilled or boiled to avoid plaque) into the tank. The use of detergents is allowed only if explicitly stated in the model instructions.
• 🧽 Stick the napkin on the bottom of the robot. It should fit tightly, without folds. For the first cleaning, we recommend using Xiaomi branded napkins, which absorb better and leave no pile.

2. Setup in the Mi Home app

Open the Mi Home app, select your robot and go to Cleanup Settings section → Wet cleaning. You can set it up here:

• 🌊 Intensity of water supply (from "Weak" to "Strong"). For laminate and parquet, choose the minimum level.
• 📍 Cleaning areas: Mark rooms where only dry cleaning is needed (such as carpets without auto-lifting wipes).
• ⏱️ Cleaning procedure: first dry, then wet (recommended) or at the same time.

Preparation of the premises

The robot can’t avoid small objects on the floor, so:

• 🧸 Remove wires, toys, shoes and other small items from the floor.
• 🚪 Close the doors to rooms where cleaning is not needed (or set up virtual walls in the app).
• 🛋️ Lift low-hanging tablecloths, curtains or wires – the robot can cling to them.

⚠️ Note: If your model does not have a carpet sensor (such as Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P), manually turn off wet cleaning in areas with carpeting in the Mi Home settings.

Step-by-step: how to start wet cleaning

Once everything is ready, you can start cleaning. Consider the process using the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro model (for other models, the steps are similar, only the names of menu items may differ).

Step 1: Selecting a cleaning mode

In the Mi Home app, click the Cleanup button and select one of the options:

• 🍃 Wet cleaning only – if the floors are relatively clean and only a wash is needed.
• 🍃💧 First dry, then wet, which is the best option for most cases, and the robot will collect dust first, and then wash the floor.
• 🔄 Zone cleaning – if you only need to wash the kitchen or hallway.

Step 2: Intensity adjustment

In the menu Cleaning settings → Wet cleaning select the water supply level:

For the first cleaning, pick the middle level and watch the results. If you have divorces, reduce the intensity.

Step 3: Launch and control

Click Start in the app. Watch out for:

• 🔋 Charge level: wet cleaning consumes the battery faster. If the robot can't clean the whole room, break the cleaning into zones.
• 💦 Water consumption: the tank must remain sufficient water until the end of the cleaning. In electronically controlled models (Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro), the robot will warn you of a low level.
• 🧽 The condition of the napkin: if it's heavily contaminated, the robot can smear the dirt, in which case interrupt the cleaning and replace the napkin.

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If the robot leaves stripes on the floor, check the mounting of the napkin - it should be stretched evenly. Also try using microfiber wipes with a shorter pile.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even with the right setup, wet cleaning can go wrong, and we'll look at the most common problems and how to fix them.

1.Robot leaves divorces on the floor

Causes and solutions:

• 🌊 Too much water: Reduce the intensity of the feed in the settings or select the "Weak" mode".
• 🧽 Dirty wipe: replace it with clean. Xiaomi branded wipes can be washed in a typewriter at 30°C without bleach.
• 🧼 Hard water: use distilled water or add a special robot vacuum cleaner tool (e.g. Xiaomi Floor Cleaning Solution).

2.The robot does not wash certain areas

Possible causes:

• 📍 Zone marked as "dry": check the map in Mi Home and remove restrictions.
• 🤖 Low battery: robot can skip sections if it's not sure it'll be back on base. Start cleaning at 100% charge.
• 🧭 Bad room map: delete the saved map in the settings and let the robot scan the room again.

3.Water leaks out of the tank

This is a critical problem that can damage the robot or the floor.

1. Turn off the robot immediately and drain the water from the tank.
2. Check the sealing gum for cracks or dirt. Wipe it with a dry cloth.
3. If the leak is repeated, do not use wet cleaning until you have replaced the tank (contact the service center).

⚠️ Note: If the Xiaomi robot starts to make unusual sounds after wet cleaning (such as gurgling), this is a sign of water entering electronic components. Immediately disconnect it from the network and dry it for 24 hours in an upright position (do not turn it on!).

Care for the robot after wet cleaning

To make the robot last longer, after each wet cleaning, you need to do a few simple things, and neglecting them leads to mold, smell and breakage.

1. Cleaning the water tank

After cleaning:

• 💦 Pour the remaining water and rinse the tank with warm water and soap (do not use abrasives!).
• 🧼 Wipe the interior walls with a dry cloth to avoid plaque.
• 🔥 Leave the tank open for drying for 1-2 hours (this will prevent mold from appearing).

2. Care for a napkin

Microfiber wipes can be used many times, but they must be cleaned correctly:

• 🧺 Wash in a typewriter at 30–40°C without bleach and air conditioning (they clog the pores of the fabric).
• 🚫 Do not iron the wipes with an iron – it destroys their structure.
• 🔄 Change your wipes every 3-5 cleanings (even if they look clean).

3. Cleaning the bottom of the robot

Check 1 time per week:

• 🧹 Brushes and rollers: remove the wound hair and threads. In models with a side brush, check its attachment - it should rotate freely.
• 🔍 Sensors: wipe them with a dry cloth (especially a carpet sensor if you have one).
• 🛠️ Napkin fastening: make sure the springs are not loosened and fix the fabric securely.

Secrets of effective wet cleaning

To ensure that the robot washes the floors with the highest quality, use these tips from Xiaomi owners with many years of experience.

1. Optimal cleaning planning

• ⏰ Start time: wet cleaning is best done in the morning or afternoon so that the floor can dry until evening.
• 📅 Frequency: 2-3 wet cleanings per week are enough to maintain cleanliness, daily washing is only needed in places with high traffic ( hallway, kitchen).

2. Selection of wipes and detergents

Xiaomi's signature wipes aren't always the best option. Alternatives:

• 🧼 For more pollution: Swiffer WetJet wipes (cut in size) are better at picking up dirt, but wear out faster.
• 🌿 For eco-friendly cleaning: napkins made of bamboo microfiber (sold in the company) IKEA or Leroy Merlin).
• 💧 Cleaning products: Use only specialized robots (e.g. Xiaomi Floor Cleaning Solution) Common floor cleaners can foam and clog pipes.

3.Setting up the map for the perfect cleaning

In the Mi Home application, you can fine-tune the robot’s route:

• 📍 Separation of zones: mark on the map areas where only dry cleaning is needed (carpets, palaces).
• 🔄 Cleaning order: set up the robot to first clean dusty rooms (bedroom, living room) and then wet (kitchen, bathroom).
• 🚫 Virtual walls: Add them around objects that the robot has to bypass (e.g., pet food bowls).

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For perfect cleaning, run the robot in the “dry first, then wet” mode – this prevents dust smearing on the floor and reduces the wear of the wipe.

Comparison of wet cleaning in different models Xiaomi

Not all Xiaomi robots clean floors equally well, and the chart below compares key models by basic wet cleaning parameters.

The table shows that models with electronic water supply (for example, Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro or DreameBot) D9) They're more flexible and suitable for different gender types, but budget options (Vacuum-Mop P) often overwater the surface, leading to divorces.

If you are interested in autonomy, pay attention to DreameBot D10 Plus, it not only cleans floors, but it also cleans the napkin on the base on its own. This is true for large houses (from 100 m2), where hand washing wipes takes a long time.

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