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Roomba e5* and indicate the bin is full in multiple ways:
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The
Full Bin Indicator will appear under the CLEAN button, in the iRobot® HOME App.
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Roomba e5* the
Full Bin Indicator will illuminate on the robot.
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will illuminate the Light Ring around the CLEAN button on the robot and will sweep back, towards the rear of the CLEAN button, and then flash red.
Red sweep toward rear: Empty the bin.

Please empty the bin and clean the full bin sensors and sensor ports thoroughly. If Roomba® continues to indicate the bin is full after you have emptied the bin, it means you have not thoroughly cleaned the bin full sensors and/or the sensor ports.
Full Bin Sensors on the Robot
Sensor Ports on the Bin
▼ Full bin sensors ▼
Left Sensor
Not Clean
Clean
Right Sensor
Not Clean
Clean
▼ Inner sensor ports ▼
Left Port
Not Clean
Clean
Right Port
Not Clean
Clean
▼ Outer sensor ports ▼
Left Port
Not Clean
Clean
Right Port
Not Clean
Clean
After you have cleaned all six full bin sensors and ports, it may be necessary to clear the error by rebooting the robot.
If the full bin error persists after clearing the error, please contact iRobot Customer Care.
For expedited service, please have the following ready:
- Your robot charged and with you.
- Your robot's Serial number.
- For warranty claims: Proof of purchase (receipt).