EASY FIX: Roomba Won't Charge - iRobot Roomba - Robot Vacuum Cleaner - Roomba Not Charging

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We absolutely love our iRobot Roomba. I don't know why we waited so long to buy one. With our dark hardwoods, we were sweeping a few times a week. Now, we never sweep. Needless to say, we were very sad when our Roomba (we call it Christina) stopped charging. I did a little bit of reading a quickly found several possible issues. As always, I went with the easiest fix first and it worked!
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[@magdaszraga172]

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[@TightWadDIY]

@Carson Korbyn Let me know how it goes. It’s worked for most people!

[@dockwatch6607]

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[@hecking_poptart_olivon_korra]

For me my charger keeps unplugging or sum but I think it's plugged in but it's not charging my irobot

[@TightWadDIY]

@@hecking_poptart_olivon_korra Did you clean the contacts like I show in the video?

[@hankwhitley222]

Been staring at my parents "broken" Roomba for over a year... Now she's charging up ready to do some cleaning! Thank you!

[@TightWadDIY]

Glad I could help!

[@shelleykennon7115]

Thank you! I haven’t used my Roomba in over 6 months because it wouldn’t charge. I’ve called Roomba and they never walked me through this part. They just suggested that I buy a new charging base. I followed your directions and now it’s charging! Thank you again!

[@TightWadDIY]

Wow. That’s crazy! I wonder why they wouldn’t at least suggest cleaning the contacts. I’m glad you found the video.

[@bilbusb]

@@TightWadDIY they are idiots ... told me the same thing.

[@TightWadDIY]

@@bilbusb That makes me like them less as a company for sure.

[@Isbluevilla]

I work at customer support and one of the first things i always say is to clean the contacts, sorry they told you otherwise, what number did you call?

[@Isbluevilla]

@@bilbusb i work at product support, they SHOULVE guide you through troubleshooting lmao, sorry they didn't helped you out

[@bigddawg]

My wife thinks I'm a genius for fixing her Roomba..... and I owe it all to you and your video. Thanks from a new subscriber.

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! Keeping your wife happy and saving money is always a win! Welcome to Tigjtwad Nation!

[@anthonywillet222]

Thank you ! It’s always nice when it’s an easy fix ! Another KZbin victory !

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! For sure! Be sure to sub.

[@lindaarsenault3223]

Good advice. Thank you for keeping it short and sweet - to the point!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s how all of my videos are. He sure to subscribe!

[@cutieincamo]

Thank you!! So easy that I'm embarrassed that I needed to look this up. Great demonstration too. Loved the part where you cleaned up your spill.

[@TightWadDIY]

I hope you were able to get yours working!

[@cutieincamo]

@@TightWadDIY good as new!

[@TightWadDIY]

@@cutieincamo That’s great!

[@owenrodrigues8185]

My roomba 690 won't work. When docked on to charger, charger lamp comeson on the charger, clean green light blinks and charging battery blinks red. This goes off after sometime a na na na na beeps. Same cycle repeats again and again. All the contacts are cleaned. Have no idea if battery is charged charging or bad.

[@seaniam]

Great video - short, sweet and to the point! Had the exact same problem on the same charging point - can't believe that tiny bit of dirt played a role. Glad I checked for your video before I started pulling things apart 😀 Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! It’s crazy how small the mark was. It has happened again since this video though. Same trick worked again.

[@goldeneyeforevercom]

Thanks for your comment. Made me do the same and bingo. Same results. Fixed!

[@davidmortensen3915]

I cleaned my contacts with a damp cloth -- no change. But the Mr Clean trick did the job! I wouldn't have thought that scum was so sticky...

[@lucky1365]

Man! I just brought home a 676 that I bought from Hoodwill. It immediately started proclaiming charging error 1. I found a couple of “fixes” before I ran across your video. Thank you very much!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great!

[@happybuela]

WOW! That was so simple, so basic, so…. easily overlooked! I was afraid this old Roomba had finally kicked the bucket, but this worked beautifully! Thank you so much!

[@TightWadDIY]

Glad it helped!

[@psychotropictraveler514]

Thank you bro, fixed my mom's robot for her thanks to you. She's stoked!

[@TightWadDIY]

Extra presents for you this year!

[@Puymouret]

Than you for that. I have had my roomba for over 7 years and it has never failed until yesterday. Now it is working again with your simple fix .

[@TightWadDIY]

Wow! That’s great for you. I have to clean my sensors every few months!

[@Simplymatt937]

You’re a life saver. I had ordered a new battery for my roomba and was waiting for it to arrive, should’ve looked on here first to see the easy solution

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad this worked for you! Hopefully you can return the battery!

[@moeyruth8056]

I don't know if you're still making videos but on this one you are a genius! Fixed my Roomba in about 30 seconds. I love your Channel now. Thank you so much

[@TightWadDIY]

Thanks! I make them when I have time. My other channel and my kids take a lot of my time these days!

[@MarkShainblum]

Thank you! This worked perfectly. And since I didn't have a Magic Eraser handy, I just used an ordinary kitchen sponge and a little water, and put some elbow grease into it. And it worked!

[@TightWadDIY]

Glad it helped!

[@bac5444]

This video was a God send! Thank you! What a good and quick fix! I thought we were dealing with a major issue... what a relief!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found the video!

[@truck2stevo]

That was exactly my issue! Thanks! Great video, short, sweet, to the point!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great!

[@gilzr473]

Wow I was about to buy another one and decided to take a look on KZbin videos, you are the first video I watched and it fixed it it started charging immediately, thanks for saving me a good chunk of $$$ , great video 👍👍

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found the video and were able to get it fixed. Always check KZbin first!

[@natalieellis8106]

Super helpful!!! Thank you! I was frustrated on why my roomba would t charge and this was my exact problem. Dirty contact points

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you.

[@renuchadda2409]

Thank you so much to the creators of this video...we had the same problem but I didn't have the Magic Eraser so we used the Lysol All purpose cleaner and that did the job too! Thank you once again for such an easy fix!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@debra4bees]

Thank you! My Roomba was having a hard time docking. It would connect but act like it wasn’t right. This fixed it right away!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s what mine does too! I have to clean it every month or so.

[@autumnboekeloo]

you are a lifesaver!!!! thank you so much. this has been bothering me for months and i found your video & it’s totally fixed. thank you.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@cathypedego3504]

Wow! Thank you! Fixed my Roomba in two minutes! Dirty contacts! I'm now a subscriiber!

[@adam346]

jesus... the TINIEST bit of gunk prevents the charge... the TINIEST. Literally a tiny bit of black gunk on one of the chargers prevented charging of my Roomba.. thank you for showing me this. I appreciate it so much.

[@TightWadDIY]

Yep. A tiny speck has been my issue multiple times

[@SmartHobbies]

Thank you so much! This fixed it. I thought it had something to do with the height of the front of the roomba, and we were ready to get rid of it.

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@luiscotto8405]

In my case she was working fine till we lost power, then she didn't want to charge when power came back. Your video was the solution! Thank you!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m sure the power outage was a coincidence! I’m glad it’s working.

[@lindamcneil711]

Thank you. We cleaned the contacts, but apparently not enough. We used alcohol -- but needed the big guns of the magic eraser. We have two dogs... and this little vacuum is a God-send for us.

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you got it back up and running!

[@tgas1962]

I was just about to get a new one. So happy I found you! After I cleaned the contacts, it's charging again! Thank you!!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! I’m glad you were able to fix it. You can just send me the money you were going to spend on a new one! 😂😂Totally kidding. Enjoy.

[@tgas1962]

@@TightWadDIY 😁

[@chrisstanton6927]

Yours was the first video that came up, made it 1 minute in, and that worked. Thanks!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Glad it helped

[@krissiefrancis]

That was so helpful!! Quick and easy fix for mine. Thank you so much!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@theophany1770]

My new Roomba just started having this problem and your solution worked perfectly! Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you found the video!

[@Pinkchikie]

Thank youuuuuuu!!! Life saver. I thought my roomba was dying! Charged right up! Again thank you!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! I’m glad it worked for you too. You are welcome.

[@stephengelatko5947]

Fixed my issue. Blew my mind as it was a new Roomba. Thank you!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found the video and it worked for you too!

[@mymatisyourmatyoga7863]

Thank you so much! I had just about given up on my new vacuum! Your video was super helpful!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad to hear it worked for you too!

[@lisagress5009]

Thankyou so much!! I did the magic eraser and then rubbing alcohol . Perfect now!! Your video just saved my carpet cleaning baby! Lol! Thankyou for the much needed advice and your video! Hundred thumbs up on this video!! So appreciated!!!!!!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@justinloggins6730]

Thank you so much for doing this video! It worked for me, too! You saved me $75 on getting a new charging station!

[@1ncooper]

Great video. I followed your instructions and was up and running in ten minutes. Thank you very much.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great!

[@mjdiaz3204]

That was very helpful! Mine wasn’t charging and your tips changed the whole game! Thank you!!

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure!

[@kellisnyder214]

Thank you! I've been battling this problem for a week! Although I had wiped the sensors off, it was apparently not enough, so thank you for posting this! Magic Eraser for the win!

[@TightWadDIY]

Glad I could help

[@whatthefox4274]

This is awesome, I bought one off a guy today for 50 bucks and that’s why they were selling it…. and I did what you said in the video and it fixed the problem.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s a great deal for you!

[@Ashley-xb1ij]

Was seriously about to throw mine away. Hasn't charged in months. Found this video. THANK YOU!!!!! 🙏

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found the video before throwing it out!

[@guns-mma-music8039]

Thanks man. Fixed my wife's Roomba within the first few minutes of the video.

[@TightWadDIY]

Now you are the hero...and you saved money! You should subscribe! I can help you be the hero a lot.

[@CrazyLomba]

Step by step instructions fixed my Roomba issue. 👍

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! Im glad it worked for you too!

[@daisiepandeagua]

Your tip was a success as soon as I watched your video I did it right away. Walah!!!! It’s charging/working thank you sooo much…

[@Leokian]

Thanks man. This is exactly what I needed. Some lady tried to scam me by charging me $90 for a $400 Roomba because it wasn’t charging and she didn’t know how to fix it but she advertised that it was working perfect and never told me it wasn’t working properly. So I watched the video, Cleaned the contact points and BAM! Charging perfectly. If only she would of did a small amount of research. Her “scam” ended up giving me a homerun of deal.

[@TightWadDIY]

Heck yeah! I hate when sellers are dishonest. You should message her and tell her it’s working. 😂😂

[@annemariegrenier7389]

Thank you so much! I thought either I needed a new battery or that my docking/charging station was done! Followed your instructions and now it's charging!! You're awesome!

[@TightWadDIY]

@@annemariegrenier7389 Great! Please consider subscribing!

[@eve4832]

Cleaning the contacts worked like a charm, thank you so much for your video!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you too. You are welcome.

[@JstAnothrGrl24]

thank you! a little embarrassing that all i needed to do was clean the sensors, but i'm glad i found your video before i spent hundreds on a new robot, lol.

[@TightWadDIY]

We’ve all been there! No need to feel embarrassed at all! Just be happy it’s fixed!

[@gebhardts1638]

Thank you so much! Fixed my problem! A little tiny piece of grime on one electrode was causing my issue!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! Im glad you figured it out!

[@janhunt6214]

Thanks so much! That fixed the issue. I suspected that it wasn’t making contact and I cleaned them with a dry cloth. I used the magic eraser as you suggested & that was the ticket . Works perfectly.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you are back up and running!

[@houseofhartson]

Thanks for the quick and great video! Works like a charm!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@thuyphan3321]

THANK YOU for the help!!! Roomba is all fixed now

[@TightWadDIY]

You’re welcome!

[@robertkurtz286]

I don't have any Mr. Clean Magic Erasers on hand, so before running to the store I decided to try it with a clean rag and some rubbing alcohol. It worked just fine. Thanks for this video!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! Any abrasive or rubbing alcohol should do!

[@AnjayBajaj]

Thank you for your video. It was very helpful and saving me hours of grief.

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure! I’m glad it helped you out!

[@clancys_creed3037]

This helped a lot. The docking bay was black with crud and the alcohol worked well on a napkin!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you got it fixed!

[@TheEvie202]

👍👍Thank you. Just cleaning those contact points with the magic eraser!! Wow was about to throw out the roomba. Charging like new!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m really glad you found the video!

[@amberlucero2803]

Thank you this video fixed the issue. Thought I had to buy a new one or something or a new battery but this was an easy fix. You just saved us money lol

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@lepartidespasdeparti-offic6971]

Splendid ! My Roomba is alive again ! Congratulations and thanks from a Frenchy ;)

[@tarapatel7505]

Thanks for this video. I thought I was going to have to buy another and they are so expensive. It worked perfectly.

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you!

[@myrockissweet3419]

Thank you so much. You saved me a trip back to home depot.

[@TightWadDIY]

You are very welcome. I’m glad you found it helpful.

[@nufi20]

Before this I was searching for an upgrade. Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

You could just send me the money you were going to spend on a new one and we will call it even!

[@korinasotoguerrero1492]

Omg. This video was great. Straight to the point. And so helpful. I was about to buy a new battery thinking that was the problem. I had no idea that a small amount of dirt can actually stop it from working. I got my magic eraser and tried it. And now my roomba is working again. Thank you 😊

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you found the video!

[@colinp6231]

Omg... I've been having such a hard time getting my Roomba's to charge, and they simply just needed to be cleaned... thanks!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! I’m glad you found the video!

[@allenstipek2927]

Thanks! I've been so frustrated with the same issue. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@TightWadDIY]

You're welcome!

[@Shortcake918]

Mine charged for a minute then nothing

[@denisejackson529]

Worked like a charm the 1st time. Thanks bunches.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you!

[@uf1978]

You have got to be kidding me!! Been trying to get mine to dock but it keeps trying but backs off and will not dock! I watched your video for 55 seconds until you got to the part about cleaning the contacts on the docking station, I paused the video and just tried that....HOLY COW...FIXED!! Thank you sir!!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you figured it out!

[@bethcreighton7955]

Did exactly as you said and it worked. I never would’ve used the eraser. Thanks.

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@JessicaVanderhoff]

Thank you! I used a dry magic eraser, and it worked perfectly

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great!

[@kimberlymendoza7785]

Thank you!!!! I was so frustrated. I used an alcohol pad and microfiber cloth to clean mine.

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad that know too.

[@akshayasharma]

Thank you, cleaning the contact points resolved the problem!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great!

[@minabird9474]

The Mr. Clean scrubbing pad worked for me too! Ty you SO much! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@bethgeorgiou7456]

Thanks a lot! You saved me 200 dollars in parts I didn't even need!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad you found the video!

[@goldeneyeforevercom]

i read a comment and that actually fixed mine. It was the tiny bit of dirt on the contacts! First thing. I had already wiped with my finger before and figured they were "clean enough". But? Nope. I took some rubbing alcohol and wiped them off. Indeed, those specs of "dirt" actually made it glitch and not charge properly. GREAT!!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes. It only takes a little!

[@patriciavabajian1817]

Thank so so much for the advice, that was the problem and it solved it!! Thanks! Keep up the good work!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@klassvice9752]

Thanks so much for making this video!

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure! Thanks for the comment.

[@cristennelson6794]

Thank you! It worked! I was about to throw it out bc I was so tired of dealing with it!

[@TightWadDIY]

You’re welcome! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@sharriwinn1548]

Thank you!! What a simple fix and it worked like a charm!!! ❤

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@josephfeore5984]

Just got this today and I already can’t charge it. First time trying to use the charger and I’m having issues already, loving it so far!

[@TightWadDIY]

Make sure the outlet you are plugging it into is working. If you can’t get it to charge you can return it.

[@CaseyWestern]

Dude, thanks so much. Worked like a charm!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad you found the video.

[@markoconnor3977]

Had the same exact problem. The magic eraser tip work awesome! Thanks for doing the research! 👍

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great news!

[@tone461]

Thank you! This was super helpful! I was able to fix mine!!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@Carmen-wv6zb]

Omg i was about to search for new batteries for my roomba I had a 1st gen roomba that would need batteries replaced in the end I bought a new one and when it started no to charge I got frustrated figured oh well thats that! I’m sooo happy I came across your video first, I couldn’t believe that was the issue all along. THANK YOU 🙏

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad to hear you found the video. I’ve had to clean these contacts multiple times on mine.

[@ul4819]

Excellent tip, warranty expired on November 9th. The Magic Cleaner actually worked. Great tip

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@jessicarhind2081]

Thank you this is so helpful!!!

[@meggo159]

You're a genius. Piece of cake. All better now. Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@AZSLAPPY]

I tried EVERYTHING but this lmao......worked and only took 20 seconds....Thank you !

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! I’m glad you found the video.

[@mendedandwhole]

Excellent! Quick fix! I appreciate your video - first one to come up and done! 🚀☀️

[@TightWadDIY]

Excellent!

[@missmercurylady]

The magic eraser helped! Thank you for the tip!!!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@jitkavalkova3884]

Thank you sooo much. Easy, quick fix. I almost buy a new charger which is not cheep. You save me money.😉

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you found it.

[@mariah3654]

Yay, I have a 770 & it has a charger input on the side just like you said older models have! I'm missing the cord that connects to the base/roomba tho.

[@spencerwilson9955]

That worked! Thank you so much. Life saver

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great news!

[@ZeusSentMe]

Very useful I didn't know that the access point for charging on the vacuume was dirty but I got it working again

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it working again!

[@nickstoli]

Thanks for the video! My vacuum and charging station looked clean, so I did everything but clean it to get it to charge. No success. Finally, I cleaned it, and it worked. Learned my lesson. Don't trust your eyeballs. If someone says something works, give it a try.

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found the video and got yours working again!

[@Puymouret]

with the name puymouret i thanked you just over a year ago for help. Now I'm back to say it all over again. the issue this time was the spring contacts on the charger. I opened up the charger and found one of the contacts was stuck down. a bit for fiddling and it came back up fully. Thanks again, by the way i just checked and my roomba 760 is now NINE years old and still going strong. PS , i did not know about the side charging port but it does not seem to work anyway but nice to know about, thanks yet again

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@diannedai637]

It worked for me. Amazing. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@margiecolby3716]

You fixed my Eufy! Thanks for saving me money!

[@TightWadDIY]

Great! Nice to know it works for other brands too!

[@oykupiunova278]

Seems that a tiny speck of dirt was the problem for me too. Wouldn't have guessed, thank you for the video!

[@TightWadDIY]

Yes! It’s crazy how a small speck causes so many issues!

[@antoniettamatsko]

So helpful. Thank you!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it worked for you too!

[@a2theb46]

Thank you for the video

[@jessicarust4843]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found it helpful too! I was very frustrated when mine stopped working.

[@richards.4157]

OMG!!!!! I was about to order a new battery. Instead, I followed your advice: 1 magic eraser, 10 seconds and problem solved BOOOM! THANKS SO MUCH!!!!!

[@TightWadDIY]

That’s great! I’m glad you found the video before ordering a battery. It’s an easy fix if you know what to do!