Automatic shutoff for obstructions

Multiple reviews mention obstruction protection on the powerhead (cutout/shutoff behavior) to reduce damage risk when the brush is blocked.

The robot is described as responsive to obstructions, stopping or rerouting around people/pets and common objects. It’s not perfect in every edge case, but it tends to avoid creating bigger messes when something blocks its path.

Several reviews describe protective shutoff behavior or clear warning indicators when the brush stops or a clog occurs, helping prevent belt damage or overheating. Users who encounter clogs often resolve them by clearing hair/string from the brush roll and obstructions from internal pathways.

One review notes a safety interlock: the vacuum won’t run until the hose is fully connected, which helps prevent accidental blowback or messy operation. This is a minor but appreciated safety/robustness detail.

Brushroll jam protection is mentioned in several reviews (indicator lights and/or automatic shutdown) to help prevent overheating when the brush is obstructed.

At least one review highlights obstruction protection on an electric powerhead that shuts off when it vacuums something it shouldn’t, requiring a simple reset. It’s a nice safety/convenience feature but only applies to specific powerhead designs.

Some reviews mention indicator lights for jams/overheating and automatic shutdown behavior when something is blocked. It can protect the motor, but can also interrupt cleaning if debris builds up behind the roller.

When obstructions do happen (especially cords), at least one reviewer notes the robot stops fairly quickly rather than continuing to drag/twist the item, making cleanup easier.

Obstruction handling is supported by an on-screen alert for stuck objects, which helps diagnose floorhead issues during use.

Obstruction detection and on-screen guidance are described as helpful when a floorhead gets blocked (for example by a bath mat). Reviewers who mention it view diagnostics/alerts as a meaningful usability feature.

One review notes the brush can stop and the robot adjusts path when pets appear, improving safety.

At least one review highlights the robot stopping when it encounters problematic items (like cables), suggesting it can prevent motor damage during obstruction events.

At least one tester reports the unit detecting a clog and warning the user to check the roller/pipe, preventing continued operation until addressed.

When something goes wrong (such as a mop pad detaching), reviews describe the robot stopping and alerting you, which helps prevent damage but can interrupt a run.

Obstruction/overheat protection shows up as indicator lights and can stop the vacuum when something jams or when a rug gets pulled in. This is useful for safety, but can be triggered by very thin rugs and requires a reset.

Overload/obstruction protection is mentioned via automatic shutoff and a reset button when the brush head stalls on thick carpet or jams.

Spec-style content notes automatic shutoff when airflow is blocked, which can protect the motor. Some negative user reports of frequent shutoffs suggest sensitivity to clogs or airflow restrictions in real use.

Some reviews mention alerts or shutoff behavior when airflow is obstructed or performance cannot be maintained, which helps protect the vacuum but can interrupt a job.

One test-oriented review notes the motor may shut down briefly if the nozzle creates a perfect seal, which protects the motor from strain. This safety behavior can make sealed suction measurements tricky but is beneficial for obstruction protection.

Some users report the Motorbar can stop spinning on certain rugs or when it grabs bulky items, requiring a quick reset—protective, but interruptive.