Why does the water tank of the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S40C station have an odor?

If the water tank of the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S40C has an odor. Several factors can contribute to this issue, such as stagnant water, dirty mop pads, and contaminated water.
If the water tank of the robot vacuum has an odor, please refer to the following suggestions:
  1. Water left in the tank for too many days can become stagnant, promoting bacterial growth that causes unpleasant smells;
  2. If the mop pads are not cleaned or replaced regularly, residual dirt and moisture can contaminate the water tank, leading to odors;
  3. Using dirty or impure water (with dust, soap, or other substances) can accelerate bacterial growth inside the tank;
  4. High temperatures and humidity can speed up microbial and mold growth in the tank, especially if water is left inside;
  5. It is suggested to increase the frequency of cleaning the water tank of the robot vacuum.

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