iRobot Scooba experience

[mosmos]

can confirm that the step down transfomer simply steps down the voltage from 220->110? I'm thinking of ordering a 5xx roomba from USA thru a friend, any new voltages or transformer size I need to consider or will the Newstar 100W / Super 120W work as well?

@thewiseone do u leave yr transformer/charger on 24h?

Both Newstar 100W & Super 120W will work.

 

[thewiseone]

My Red's APS fast charger is over a year old, 24/7 operation. My step down transformer is 1.5 yrs old, 24/7 operation & now serving both my Red and my Scooba (24/7). These step down transformers are pretty hardy.. so no worries about frying them as long as they are not used in confined high heat areas.

can confirm that the step down transfomer simply steps down the voltage from 220->110? I'm thinking of ordering a 5xx roomba from USA thru a friend, any new voltages or transformer size I need to consider or will the Newstar 100W / Super 120W work as well?

@thewiseone do u leave yr transformer/charger on 24h?

 

[molecule]

cool thanks for all the replies. I've ordered the 535 through a friend in USA, awaiting my first roomba!

 

[mosmos]

cool thanks for all the replies. I've ordered the 535 through a friend in USA, awaiting my first roomba!

maybe you are the 1st to own new roomba 5xx series in sg, waiting for yr review.

 

[molecule]

take the plunge tho heard there are some bugs and issues, but can't resist going with the newer model despite lack of warranty. Keeping fingers crossed. I will provide a short review once I get a chance.

 

[thewiseone]

Great, hope yr unit is not affected by the noisy brush issue... looking forward to yr review!

take the plunge tho heard there are some bugs and issues, but can't resist going with the newer model despite lack of warranty. Keeping fingers crossed. I will provide a short review once I get a chance.

 

[carey]

Just received 2 shipment notices from VPostUS that my 2 iRobots have arrived and asked me for payment but when I visited the website, there were no bills for me to pay...

Talk about confusing...sigh

 

[thewiseone]

Arrived and processed for payment are 2 different things! They will take another 2 days to process, after which u can make payment and wait another 5 - 8 days (if i recalled correctly) from payment to receive yr item.

Just received 2 shipment notices from VPostUS that my 2 iRobots have arrived and asked me for payment but when I visited the website, there were no bills for me to pay...

Talk about confusing...sigh

 

[carey]

Arrived and processed for payment are 2 different things! They will take another 2 days to process, after which u can make payment and wait another 5 - 8 days (if i recalled correctly) from payment to receive yr item.

It would appear so...

However, there was a "button" in the email to PAY on the shipment notice...

Anyway, according to USPS website, the shipment actually reached VPOSTUS on 29 Sep (Sat morning their time) but I think VPOSTUS only operates Mon-Fri and the shipment was finally delivered on 1 Oct

 

[whypurplishblue]

cool thanks for all the replies. I've ordered the 535 through a friend in USA, awaiting my first roomba!

Wow cool, a 535! Gotta invite us over to take a look haha Just joking

Can't wait to hear a review from u

 

[letdoit]

by the way, my scooba spoilt less then 6 mths. The scooba still able to run, just that running reverse direction and going backforward. i used the most 1 a week, don't know why spoilt so fast.

 

[mosmos]

by the way, my scooba spoilt less then 6 mths. The scooba still able to run, just that running reverse direction and going backforward. i used the most 1 a week, don't know why spoilt so fast.

maybe you can unscrew the front or back wheels to check if any strings or threads stuck inside.

 

[ktee]

Woot is now selling roomba SCHEDULER v cheap, but it is a remanufactured set!

Check it out at www.woot.com

today's woot the blog the community write us your account what is woot? Hi. Are you new? Start here. iRobot Roomba 4296 Remote Scheduler Robotic Vacuum
$139.99

+ $5 shipping

condition: Remanufactured
product(s): 1 iRobot Roomba 4296 Remote Scheduler Robotic Vacuum - Color May Vary
Discuss this product (88 comments) I want one!

 

[thewiseone]

You might like to check out this thread : http://www.roombareview.com/chat/viewtopic.php?t=5791

by the way, my scooba spoilt less then 6 mths. The scooba still able to run, just that running reverse direction and going backforward. i used the most 1 a week, don't know why spoilt so fast.

 

[mosmos]

Woot is now selling roomba SCHEDULER v cheap, but it is a remanufactured set!

Check it out at www.woot.com

today's woot the blog the community write us your account what is woot? Hi. Are you new? Start here. iRobot Roomba 4296 Remote Scheduler Robotic Vacuum
$139.99

+ $5 shipping

condition: Remanufactured
product(s): 1 iRobot Roomba 4296 Remote Scheduler Robotic Vacuum - Color May Vary
Discuss this product (88 comments) I want one!

I nearly want to get one bec of the scheduler remote.

But $10 more can get brand new discovery already, think over $139.99 for remanufactured not so worth.

Hope later can get a new scooba below $200.

 

[ktee]

Ha... can consider as buying a BATTERY, scheduler remote, spare brush set and a charger + a roomba for spare part! hehehe. well, juz keep on look out for the scooba during this woot-off. interesting items on sale, probably can grab a few good deal.

 

[mosmos]

Ha... can consider as buying a BATTERY, scheduler remote, spare brush set and a charger + a roomba for spare part! hehehe. well, juz keep on look out for the scooba during this woot-off. interesting items on sale, probably can grab a few good deal.

i got thought of the battery too.

But i wonder the battery is new or remanufactured one.

Did you buy it?

 

[XER]

how much does it cost to ship a roomba via VPOST from the states???
I am contemplating getting a 570 from Hammacher Schlemmer and am deciding to chooose to go with their in house shipping or thru VPOST. Depending on the cost difference. Any advice would be appreciated. Thnx

 

[ktee]

how much does it cost to ship a roomba via VPOST from the states???
I am contemplating getting a 570 from Hammacher Schlemmer and am deciding to chooose to go with their in house shipping or thru VPOST. Depending on the cost difference. Any advice would be appreciated. Thnx

To ship a roomba which weight about 6kg will cost ~$70. If the box is huge, it might cost more... mine cost ~90. However, u can use the discount coupon if paid by UOB cc, which will get u off 12%.


Mosmos, i didnt buy as i hv extra battery, a scheduler n dont need 2 roomba for my snail-cave.

 

[mosmos]

To ship a roomba which weight about 6kg will cost ~$70. If the box is huge, it might cost more... mine cost ~90. However, u can use the discount coupon if paid by UOB cc, which will get u off 12%.


Mosmos, i didnt buy as i hv extra battery, a scheduler n dont need 2 roomba for my snail-cave.

so sad, no scooba on sale during wootoff.