Shark IQ AV993 Bumper Replacement

Introduction

Are you trying to remove the bumper of your Shark IQ AV993 robot vacuum? Follow along on this simple five-step guide to get your vacuum up and running again. Removing the bumper will allow you to replace it with a new bumper, or clean inside the vacuum. Over time the bumper of your Shark robot may become misaligned or there may be damage to the metal bracket. Usually, this is an effect of the vacuum jamming into objects, furniture, and walls. The process of removing the bumper is very simple and only requires loosening a few screws. To prevent further damage to the vacuum you must be gentle with the device and take your time. There are no hazards during this process.

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Étape 1 Battery

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Unscrew the two 14 mm screws on the battery panel using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Gently pull the white tabs on the battery straight upward.
There is a clip inserted into a plastic housing via wiring. Disconnect the battery by pressing in the clip.
Don't pull up on the battery too hard as a wire connects to the robot. Don't want to damage the wire here.
Remove the battery from the device.

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Étape 3 Bumper

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Remove the five 10 mm screws from the bottom of the device using a T15 Torx screwdriver.

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Pry both ends of the black piece to snap it out of place.

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Use both hands to lift the device.
The front bumper that is seated on the device will fall off.
This is completely normal, as the screws and the bottom holder are the only things holding the bumper in place.