Kitfort KT-531 is one of the representatives of the manufacturer's budget series that do not have a turbo brush. The model performs dry cleaning of various surfaces, except carpets. Designed for small rooms. The review details the characteristics and functionality of the robot vacuum cleaner.
Appearance
The robot has a traditional round shape with a diameter of 29 cm and a height of 7.7 cm. It weighs 1.75 kg. It features an attractive, laconic design. Made in white. On the top panel there is a cover for opening the dust container. Above it is the power button. At the edge, an infrared sensor protrudes slightly upward, which serves to recognize obstacles.
Around the side, there is a soft collision bumper, air vents, a power button and a power socket. On the bottom you can see:
- two driving wheels on the sides;
- swivel roller in front;
- infrared sensors;
- suction hole;
- side brushes;
- battery compartment.
Specifications
Kitfort KT-531 specifications:
- dust collection method: cyclone filter;
- trash can volume: 0.2 l;
- driving modes: 3;
- power: 15 W;
- control: remote control;
- charging: manual, from the network;
- noise: 70 dB.
The robot is equipped with a 1000 mAh NiMH battery. A full charge is enough for autonomous operation for 60 minutes. It takes 360 minutes to recharge.
Functionality
The vacuum cleaner cleans the surface with side brushes, which sweep debris towards the suction port. The pile protrudes from the body, which allows the brushes to reach further than the robot can move, for example, in corners or along skirting boards.
The suction port is located under the dust container where debris is screened out through double filtration. One of the filters (HEPA) even helps get rid of allergens. A container with a handle, which makes it easy to remove for cleaning, which will often have to be done due to its small volume.
The vacuum cleaner must be put on the floor, turn on the button on the side, then click on the button on the body or select the desired mode using the remote control. There are three options for its operation:
- Auto. The robot itself chooses the route of movement, taking into account the dimensions and congestion of the room.
- Edge. It moves along the walls, entering the corners (along the perimeter).
- Random. Cleaning at random. The vacuum cleaner starts to move in a zigzag fashion, then changes routes based on obstacles.
Vacuum cleaning comes down to cleaning the dustbin and filters. wipe the sensors and housing with a dry cloth, and remove hair and wool wrapped around the brushes.
Equipment
Kitfort KT-531 box contains:
- robot;
- transparent dust tank;
- two filters;
- Charger;
- remote control with batteries;
- two side brushes;
- instruction.
Advantages and disadvantages
Despite the poor equipment and functionality, the robot vacuum cleaner copes well with cleaning surfaces. Its advantages:
- nice view;
- small size, increasing cross-country ability and maneuverability;
- ease of maintenance and use;
- three work programs;
- works on different surfaces;
- can collect dust, large debris, wool;
- remote control;
- high-quality filtration (HEPA filter).
Disadvantages:
- NiMH battery not used in latest generation equipment;
- small cleaning area;
- you need to charge the vacuum cleaner manually;
- no local cleansing mode;
- cannot clean carpets;
- small waste bin, which requires frequent cleaning.
The Kitfort KT-531 price is just over 5 thousand rubles. It has few functions and not the most powerful characteristics, it cannot wipe the floor, it is limited in modes. It doesn't even provide for setting a timer. But the modern assortment of home assistants, even in this price segment, allows you to find a model with at least automatic installation on the base.
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