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Introduction

The bottom of your Roomba can be easily removed by just removing the side brush, unscrewing four screws, and separating the plate from the device.

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Step 1 Side Brush

Disassembling iRobot Roomba 551 Bottom Plate, Side Brush: step 1, image 1 of 1

Place your Roomba upside-down on a hard surface.

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Step 2

While holding the side brush in place, use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the 4.5mm screw from the center of the brush.

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Step 3

Gently pull upwards on the brush to remove it.

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Step 4 Bottom Plate

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Rotate the Roomba upside-down so the bottom is facing towards you.

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Step 5

Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the captive screws that hold the bottom plate in place.

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Step 6

Carefully lift the bottom plate.
The battery is only secured in place by the bottom plate, and may fall out once the bottom plate is removed.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Disassembling iRobot Roomba 551 Bottom Plate

Introduction

What you need

Step 1 Side Brush

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