Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :)

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-11-2007, 04:50 AM

Now from the iRobot Corporation: iRobot Dirt Dog ...

How does iRobot Dirt Dog™ differ from iRobot Roomba?
Unlike the Roomba, iRobot Dirt Dog uses powerful, high-speed brushes, instead of a vacuum, to pick up small nuts, bolts, dirt, dust and other debris that end up on your workshop floor. The brush design, as well as the heavy duty wheels, was built to pick up and withstand the stubborn dirt and debris found on workshop, basement, garage and industrial floor surfaces.

How does iRobot Dirt Dog™ know where to clean? Do I have to program it?
There’s nothing to program. iRobot Dirt Dog’s sensors figure out the size of your room and continually readjust its cleaning pattern until it has covered the whole floor, multiple times.

How does iRobot Dirt Dog™ differ from other workshop vacuums?
iRobot Dirt Dog picks up small nuts, bolts, dirt, dust and debris that other vacuums may not get to, leaving you more time to get back to work, or kick up your feet after a long day. With a bagless design and no filters to clean or replace, its easier to empty.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-11-2007, 04:53 AM

BTW - the dirtdog lists for 129+ship from iRobot , but is listed as todays WOOT (Woot : One Day, One Deal) for 99$ +5$ ship = 104$ total.

STANDARD FEATURES

iRobot AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System, Stair Avoidance System

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

One-button Operation
Press the Clean button and get back to work while iRobot Dirt Dog cleans up.

High-speed Counter-Rotating Brushes
Spinning almost 1,000 times per minute, iRobot Dirt Dog is a serious cleaning machine. Specially designed brushes sweep up dirt and debris that clings to rough surfaces.

Oversized Bagless Debris Bin
No bags to worry about. iRobot Dirt Dog features an easy-to-empty bin.

14.4 Volt Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery
Provides the power iRobot Dirt Dog needs to clean your shop, garage, and basement areas.

Power Supply
Fully charges iRobot Dirt Dog in seven hours.

Stair Avoidance System
"Cliff" sensors keep iRobot Dirt Dog from falling down stairs or other vertical drops.

iRobot AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System
Enables the robot to navigate around your shop and cover your whole floor.

SPECIFICATIONS

Package Dimensions: 16.14 "L x 13.7”W x 4.17”H Package Weight: 11.55 lbs.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

iRobot® Dirt Dog Shop Robot
14.4 Volt Rechargeable Battery
Standard Charger
One-year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
Owner's Guide

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-11-2007, 04:54 AM

Oh...and since I have a garage that was used as a woodship when building my house, I will dish out a review on this thing once mine gets here...it has it's work cut out for it...

seamus · 01-11-2007, 11:09 AM

My broom cost me about $3.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-12-2007, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by seamus

My broom cost me about $3.

Ah, but if you leave your broom laying on the floor when you leave for work - the only advantage is when you drive over it accidentally when you get home - another one is only 3$

Mojave954 · 01-12-2007, 07:45 AM

My only issue is the size of that thing. Just sweeping out the garage every other week from "normal" dirt would be enough to choke that thing. Can imagine it having very good suction from something that small.

Will await personal reviews.

not2shabby · 01-12-2007, 01:03 PM

If it's bagless and has no filter, I bet it kicks up a lot of dust with the brushes spinning at 1k rpm.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-12-2007, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave954

My only issue is the size of that thing. Just sweeping out the garage every other week from "normal" dirt would be enough to choke that thing. Can imagine it having very good suction from something that small.

I didn't think the iRobot - Cleaning Robots: Vacuuming: iRobot® Roomba® Scheduler Vacuuming Robot was cool, but we got one for my girl's folks for Christmas and they love it. It does a really good job, I was very suprised...thought we would be returning it.

The dirt dog is actually a counterrotating high speed brush set with a funky bin setup...no vacuum, basically like a roving dustpan. But it is supposed to be able to handle mats and things a little better, and since its not a vacuum can get screws nails etc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave954

Will await personal reviews.

I will definetely oblige

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-12-2007, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by not2shabby

If it's bagless and has no filter, I bet it kicks up a lot of dust with the brushes spinning at 1k rpm.

Im not sure...since there is no vacuum to expel the low pressure cavity, I think the counterrotating brushes will keep it to a minimum. I have a TON of sawdust in there now though (havent moved in yet but will have the dog before I do) so I figure on moving day I'll just set it loose out there and see what it does. If it works well - cool. If not, i'll just accidentally set it to go clean my street or something.

not2shabby · 01-12-2007, 02:29 PM

Turn it loose in the yard and see what happens!

HRCNICK11 · 01-17-2007, 07:58 PM

I think my wife just got one for the room the cat box is in cause I always bitch about the cat litter on the floor.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-17-2007, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HRCNICK11

I think my wife just got one for the room the cat box is in cause I always bitch about the cat litter on the floor.

You should try putting litter in the box too instead of on the floor.

This will do marvelous for katlitter I would imagine. Though I read (somewhere..I swear) that it has enough clearance and brush depth to handle stuff like peanuts and whatnot.

ND4SPD · 01-17-2007, 08:05 PM

Who feeds their cat peanuts? I mean, really...

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-17-2007, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Who feeds their cat peanuts? I mean, really...

I'd feed him pretzels but he isn't much of a beer drinker, he likes that moonshine tho.

seamus · 01-18-2007, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Who feeds their cat peanuts? I mean, really...

I think he was saying his cat uses the peanuts...

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-18-2007, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seamus

I think he was saying his cat uses the peanuts...

My cat is a big Garfield fan, doesen't seem to care about much else except Rachel Ray, cause she communicates well with other animals.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-18-2007, 04:32 AM

Got the unit tonight, have some photos and will up em if anyone is interested. Haven't run it yet..won't have the garage for another week and a half anyways.

Initial observations in the first 180 seconds of ownership:

- It's pretty intuitive to operate..err...let operate, big button that lights up green when its ready and red when its stuck, upside down, etc.
- When you charge it, the same button blinks in a bright to dim fade pattern, almost like some type of eerie robotic heartbeat.
- Seems very well engineered and put together. This model seems fairly robust, also has lots of tight tolerances and hidden sensors..which is good because I have some challenges for it

- The cat is not quite sure what to make of it, but I think if I covered the top of it with a piece of fur I would either come home to find the cat patrolling the house atop it, or maybe it would just have a new friend. This thing must have some friendly appearance to pets

. I was expecting the pets to challenge it

OSIRIS · 01-18-2007, 09:03 AM

So does the Scooba thing work worth a crap? I might be interested in that one

TraumaOne · 01-25-2007, 09:12 PM

OK, so I looked at the irobot stuff and bought a roomba red... Got it yesterday. The thing freaking rocks... my office hasn't been this clean since I moved in. And being able to have it run around the kitchen frequently is very nice as well.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-25-2007, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OSIRIS

So does the Scooba thing work worth a crap? I might be interested in that one

I have heard yes and no...the biggest gripe I have seen so far is no one knows where to find the clorox cleaning solution at a brick & mortar. I predict costco will probably solve that or sam's maybe.

As with any product, there are completely lazy F's that never do anything (me) and then bitch about a product (not me) not doing what it claimed it would do. Not alot of people like to mop shit, so they dont...then they buy a scooba to do it and bitch because it didn't clean up their 2 years of non-moppage, or something. Thats just my

anyways. If I didn't have hardwoods, I'd probably consider one.

As for the dirtdog...its pimp!

I will be turning it loose in the garage on Monday

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-25-2007, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TraumaOne

OK, so I looked at the irobot stuff and bought a roomba red... Got it yesterday. The thing freaking rocks... my office hasn't been this clean since I moved in. And being able to have it run around the kitchen frequently is very nice as well.

You live on a two story house? when are you getting a scheduler

OSIRIS · 01-25-2007, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SomeStrangeGuy

I have heard yes and no...the biggest gripe I have seen so far is no one knows where to find the clorox cleaning solution at a brick & mortar. I predict costco will probably solve that or sam's maybe.

As with any product, there are completely lazy F's that never do anything (me) and then bitch about a product (not me) not doing what it claimed it would do. Not alot of people like to mop shit, so they dont...then they buy a scooba to do it and bitch because it didn't clean up their 2 years of non-moppage, or something. Thats just my

anyways. If I didn't have hardwoods, I'd probably consider one.

As for the dirtdog...its pimp!

I will be turning it loose in the garage on Monday

Well, it hasn't been quite 2 years since we mopped last

We just don't like doing it so much and since kids drop food on the floor, it'd be nice to have that thing to go around and scoop and scoob that stuff up.

SomeStrangeGuy · 01-26-2007, 12:19 AM

I am not quite sure it's scoopability (yet) but at some point I will probably have to buy a piece of moppable flooring so I have an excuse to get one

According to a couple of roomba forums (don't ask) there is a new version of the scooba coming out shortly...so it may pay to wait a month or so. Also check out woot.com, they are due to have a scooba any day now.

Leelover · 01-26-2007, 12:53 AM

Roomba forums!?!?
SSG, I try to give you the benefit of the doubt, but I am afraid this is too much! You have issues, serious issues...

01-11-2007, 04:50 AM	#1
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SomeStrangeGuy no longer ready to mingle. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 3,802	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) BTW - the dirtdog lists for 129+ship from iRobot , but is listed as todays WOOT (Woot : One Day, One Deal) for 99$ +5$ ship = 104$ total. STANDARD FEATURES iRobot AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System, Stair Avoidance System ADDITIONAL FEATURES One-button Operation Press the Clean button and get back to work while iRobot Dirt Dog cleans up. High-speed Counter-Rotating Brushes Spinning almost 1,000 times per minute, iRobot Dirt Dog is a serious cleaning machine. Specially designed brushes sweep up dirt and debris that clings to rough surfaces. Oversized Bagless Debris Bin No bags to worry about. iRobot Dirt Dog features an easy-to-empty bin. 14.4 Volt Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Provides the power iRobot Dirt Dog needs to clean your shop, garage, and basement areas. Power Supply Fully charges iRobot Dirt Dog in seven hours. Stair Avoidance System "Cliff" sensors keep iRobot Dirt Dog from falling down stairs or other vertical drops. iRobot AWARE™ Robot Intelligence System Enables the robot to navigate around your shop and cover your whole floor. SPECIFICATIONS Package Dimensions: 16.14 "L x 13.7”W x 4.17”H Package Weight: 11.55 lbs. WHAT'S IN THE BOX iRobot® Dirt Dog Shop Robot 14.4 Volt Rechargeable Battery Standard Charger One-year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty Owner's Guide __________________ GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

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SomeStrangeGuy no longer ready to mingle. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 3,802	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) Oh...and since I have a garage that was used as a woodship when building my house, I will dish out a review on this thing once mine gets here...it has it's work cut out for it... __________________ GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

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Mojave954 GONE PLAID! Join Date: 12-18-2006 Bike(s): 08 FJR, 08 R 1200 GS Posts: 902	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) My only issue is the size of that thing. Just sweeping out the garage every other week from "normal" dirt would be enough to choke that thing. Can imagine it having very good suction from something that small. Will await personal reviews.

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not2shabby Join Date: 01-03-2007 Age: 51 Bike(s): 01 Yamaha FZ1 Posts: 40	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) Turn it loose in the yard and see what happens!

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HRCNICK11 DIRTDOG Join Date: 01-01-2007 Age: 34 Bike(s): SV650,LTZ400,SMR450,F4, Posts: 253	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) I think my wife just got one for the room the cat box is in cause I always bitch about the cat litter on the floor.

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SomeStrangeGuy no longer ready to mingle. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 3,802	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) Got the unit tonight, have some photos and will up em if anyone is interested. Haven't run it yet..won't have the garage for another week and a half anyways. Initial observations in the first 180 seconds of ownership: - It's pretty intuitive to operate..err...let operate, big button that lights up green when its ready and red when its stuck, upside down, etc. - When you charge it, the same button blinks in a bright to dim fade pattern, almost like some type of eerie robotic heartbeat. - Seems very well engineered and put together. This model seems fairly robust, also has lots of tight tolerances and hidden sensors..which is good because I have some challenges for it - The cat is not quite sure what to make of it, but I think if I covered the top of it with a piece of fur I would either come home to find the cat patrolling the house atop it, or maybe it would just have a new friend. This thing must have some friendly appearance to pets . I was expecting the pets to challenge it __________________ GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

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SomeStrangeGuy no longer ready to mingle. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 3,802	Re: Now there is an iRobot for your Garage :) I am not quite sure it's scoopability (yet) but at some point I will probably have to buy a piece of moppable flooring so I have an excuse to get one According to a couple of roomba forums (don't ask) there is a new version of the scooba coming out shortly...so it may pay to wait a month or so. Also check out woot.com, they are due to have a scooba any day now. __________________ GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

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