Philips SmartPro Compact
In today's world, a robot vacuum cleaner is no longer a novelty capable of surprising and intriguing. Today, such a device is considered a necessity for any modern home, with features that make cleaning an apartment or house easier. Philips has released the new FC8776/01 model from the SmartPro Compact series. Its distinctive feature, unlike standard vacuum cleaners, is its size. The robot is capable of cleaning even under the lowest furniture, as it measures only 6 centimeters tall. In this article, we provide a detailed review of the Philips SmartPro Compact, examining its technical specifications and features.
Equipment
The package overview allows you to see all the components included. The Philips FC8776/01 robot vacuum cleaner includes the following parts and accessories:
- the robot itself;
- battery charging station;
- charger;
- remote control;
- operating instructions;
- side brushes (two main and two spare);
- additional filter for the waste container.
The Philips robot comes in a convenient cardboard box with a carrying handle. The box, in addition to an image of the robot itself, lists all the device's key features. The device's appearance and complete kit are shown in the photo below:
Philips Smart Pro Compact Equipment
Design
A review of this robot vacuum cleaner reveals its stylish and unique design. The Philips FC8776 is made of matte black plastic. The dust bin cover is located on the top of the panel. According to the manufacturer, this cover is made of bright copper-colored plastic. The front also features indicators that indicate when the dust bin is full and any errors. There's also the FC8774/01 model, which differs in its black and blue body.
FC8776/01
FC8774/01
The robot has a single mechanical button that activates it. The bumper frame protects furniture from collisions with the body. A sensor on the top detects the height of obstacles the robot can climb under. This same sensor locates the charging base and receives signals from the remote control.
Side view
A view of the bottom of the robot vacuum cleaner reveals the side brushes, a rubber squeegee with a wide nozzle, a swivel roller, and the battery compartment cover. The full-width rubber nozzle improves cleaning performance, as the Philips robot vacuum cleaner cleans a 30-centimeter-wide strip in a single pass. Unlike standard models, the SmartPro Compact robot vacuum cleaner has four drive wheels. This is necessary for increased maneuverability.
Bottom view
Technical specifications
A review of the FC8776/01 model allows us to determine its main technical characteristics, which are summarized in the table below:
| Parameters | Weight – 1.73 kg, height – 6 cm, diameter – 33 cm |
| Garbage container | 0.3 l |
| Noise level | 58 dB |
| Remote control | Eat |
| Sound signals | Eat |
| Opening hours | Up to 130 minutes |
| Battery charging time | 240 minutes |
| Battery | Li-Ion battery (lithium-ion), capacity 2800 mAh |
| Power consumption | 24 W |
| Type of cleaning | Dry |
| Installation on base | Automatic |
| Charger | From a power supply or at a charging station |
| Cleaning modes | 4 |
Functional capabilities
The Philips FC8776/01 robot vacuum cleaner operates in four modes, maximizing cleaning efficiency. SmartPro Compact scans the room, automatically detects surface dirtiness, and selects the cleaning mode based on this.
Overcoming obstacles
In automatic mode, the Philips robot automatically determines its own path. It runs until the battery is completely discharged, then returns to the base to recharge. You can also set the vacuum's runtime using the remote control. After the set time has elapsed, the Philips FC8776 robot vacuum automatically stops.
In addition to the automatic mode, the device operates in the following modes:
- Chaotic movement.
- Localized cleaning (spiral). This mode cleans heavily soiled areas.
- Zigzag movement.
- Cleaning along the walls.
Operating modes
The Philips SmartPro Compact robot vacuum cleaner automatically selects which cleaning mode to use, but the user can do this independently by selecting the desired mode using the remote control. However, after a certain time, the robot automatically starts cycling through all the modes again.
The Philips FC8776/01 robot vacuum cleaner is controlled using a remote control or buttons on the device. The IR remote control can be used to disable the side brushes and fan, allowing the device to simply move around the surface. The device's remote control allows you to set the device to resume operation after a full charge, as well as to adjust the device's schedule by 24 hours.
Operating instructions
To ensure your robot vacuum lasts a long time, we recommend first reading the user manual, which can be found in the box, after purchasing it. The manufacturer's documentation provides all the necessary information on operating the robot, caring for it, and troubleshooting the most common problems.
You can download the Philips SmartPro Compact user manual in Russian from our website. To do this, follow the link: FC8776 manual.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Philips FC8776/01 robot vacuum cleaner has a number of advantages. Key ones include:
- Availability of 4 driving wheels.
- Availability of a wide nozzle.
- Compact dimensions.
- Possibility of resuming operation after battery charging or after 24 hours.
- Convenient base mounting to the wall.
A review of the Philips robot vacuum cleaner revealed that this model has no significant drawbacks. Considering the device's price and features, the dust bin could have been slightly larger. Furthermore, the package does not include any accessories. virtual wall, and this is also a drawback. Also, if you read the reviews, you can conclude that this robot can get tangled in wires, has difficulty negotiating obstacles higher than 15 mm, and is unable to work on high-pile carpets.
In conclusion, I'd like to point out that for this price (the average price of the Philips FC8776/01 in 2019 is $200), you can choose a more functional robotic vacuum cleaner for your home. However, if you like the model, you're unlikely to be too disappointed with it, especially if this is your first robotic vacuum.
Finally, we recommend watching a video review of the Philips SmartPro Compact:
That's all we wanted to tell you about this robot vacuum cleaner. We hope you found this description of its features and functions helpful!
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