Robot Vacuum Cleaner Kärcher RCV 3

The Kärcher RCV 3 is a bagless robot vacuum cleaner with LiDAR navigation and app control that cleans hard floors and low-pile carpets autonomously. It collects dry debris in a 0.5 L dust container using a rotating main brush, a side brush and suction, and additionally offers a 0.17 L water tank and a microfiber wiping unit for damp mopping. The device returns to its charging station automatically when battery is low and supports scheduled or on-demand starts via the app or the onboard button. Built-in fall sensors and mapping features enable safe, systematic cleaning across rooms.

Advantages

Precise LiDAR-based mapping allows the RCV 3 to navigate reliably and create detailed room maps even in low light. The combined cleaning modes let you choose dry vacuuming, damp mopping or both, while the automatic return-to-charge and up to 120 minutes runtime from the 3200 mAh Li‑Ion battery increase autonomy. A compact round design (35 cm diameter, 94 mm height) and quiet operation (67 dB) make the robot unobtrusive in daily use.

Suitable for

• Hard floors (tile, laminate, wood)
• Low-pile carpets and rugs
• Routine daily cleaning and scheduled cleaning plans
• Homes where damp mopping of hard surfaces is required

Key specifications

• Brand: Kärcher
• Model: RCV 3 (MPN 1.269-620.0, EAN 4054278965727)
• Dust capacity: 0.5 L (bagless)
• Water tank: 0.17 L
• Battery: 3200 mAh Lithium‑Ion, up to 120 min runtime
• Noise level: 67 dB
• Dimensions: Ø 35 cm, height 94 mm
• Weight: 3.7 kg
• Navigation: LiDAR mapping

How to use

Install the charging station and charge the RCV 3 before first use. Choose cleaning mode and schedule via the mobile app or press the device button to start a one-time run. For damp mopping, attach the microfiber wiping unit and fill the 0.17 L fresh water tank; for dry cleaning leave the wiping unit off. The robot maps the rooms during an exploration run and you can assign room-specific settings in the app (vacuum, mop or exclude). If battery level becomes low, the RCV 3 will return to the charging dock and resume cleaning if necessary.

Usage recommendations

To ensure optimal performance, remove loose cords and obstacles from floors before cleaning, empty the dust container regularly, and refill or clean the wiping cloth and water tank after wet mopping. Place the charging station against a wall with clear space around it to facilitate reliable docking.