What does Roomba error 14 mean and how can you solve it? Error codes occur when the Roomba vacuum isn’t working efficiently. Roomba Error 14 relates to the bin. This step-by-step instruction will help you fix your Roomba bin so it can clean your floors.
Why does my Roomba continually tell me that it has encountered a problem with error 14?
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Error 14 or 1–4 may appear on your 600, 700, or 800 model vacuum.
This error code concerns your Roomba’s container.
Your Roomba may be reporting a big problem because it isn’t properly closed or because damaged bin parts make it seem uninstalled.
Because there’s no container, the Roomba won’t clean.
Your Roomba may be having problems because the bin is full.
Roomba Error 14 can be fixed by following these instructions.
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The problem with my Roomba has not been resolved
Here are some ways to fix your Roomba:
Clean your Roomba’s filter
Error 14 means the bin isn’t correctly installed. First, clean the bin and its connectors.
Step 1: Turn your Roomba upside down.
Step 2 Loosen the Roomba’s bottom screws.
Disassemble the container to access its contents.
Use a hairdryer to clean the Roomba’s fan. A brush works effectively for the vacuum’s centre.
Step 4: Clean the vacuum vent.
Step 5: Make sure the fan isn’t jammed.
Step 6: Screw Roomba together.
Roomba should now recognize a bin.
Fix 2 Re-insert the storage bin
Incorrect installation may cause Roomba to miss its container. Make sure you remove the bin, reinsert it, and re-insert it appropriately to ensure that the bin is firmly installed.
The third and last fix is to restart the battery
Your Roomba’s settings will be reset and any faults or incorrect software that may be causing it to believe that no bin has been installed will be removed if you remove the batteries.
Roomba may miss its container if installed incorrectly.
Fix 4 Reset your Roomba, if necessary
Rebooting the battery on your Roomba is akin to resetting the device’s software.
Hold ‘Clean’ for 20 seconds.STEP 2 Two more times repeat Step 1.
STEP 3, Eventually, your Roomba will restart itself for the third time. Before attempting to activate the cleaning mode, wait a few minutes.
Now that the bin has been placed, your vacuum should identify it.
Fix 5: Make sure the Roomba is closed tightly
Bins that aren’t detected by your Roomba could be due to connections that are too loose or a bin that hasn’t been securely sealed.
Double-check that all connections are secure to ensure that the bin can be identified.
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Fix 6 The bin needs to be replaced
If the error 14 code persists, replacing the bin is your only option.
To avoid any problems with the new bin being unable to be picked up, a new one would need to be purchased.
iRobot and Amazon/eBay sell replacement bins.
Roomba bin full: how can I tell?
The Roomba vacuum is controlled by an iRobot app, which allows you to provide instructions to your Roomba and even plan when it should start cleaning.
Using the iRobot app on your mobile device, you can check if your Roomba’s dustbin is full. If it is, a dustbin light on the top of your Roomba will flash red, indicating that it is full and needs to be emptied.
Emptying your bin after each usage will help keep your gadget in good working order and prevent problems like error 14, which can occur when your bin is too full.
Conclusion
Roomba vacuums are the next best thing to have as cleaning equipment therefore if you are having problems with your hoover, we understand your desire to have the problem resolved as soon as possible.
We hope that this article has given you all the information you need to cure error 14 on your Roomba and that you now have the knowledge you need to properly care for your Roomba vacuum so that it lasts longer than the predicted maximum lifespan of 5 years.
Frequently Ask Questions:
1. How do I fix Error 14 on my Roomba?
When you see the error code 14, it indicates that the dust collecting bin on your Roomba has to be reinstalled. If the bin was installed properly, try cleaning the dust and dirt off of the Roomba and then either restart or reset the robot.
2. How do I reset my Roomba i4?
For all robots with Dock and Spot buttons but no green dot, press and hold the HOME and SPOT Clean buttons for 10 seconds. When you let go of the button, Roomba will make the reboot sound.
