How to Set Up J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers

J.O.O.N.A.S. automates lunar dust collection in Moon Sweepers and helps you earn money without manually cleaning every sector. Purchase it for $20,000 and a $1,500 Capsule Catcher, then connect the catcher to a conveyor leading to your Depot. After that, test the setup and check for any problems.

J.O.O.N.A.S. is an automated cleaning robot in Moon Sweepers that helps you collect lunar dust without manually sweeping the Moon's surface. It is an endgame feature which you can use to automate dust collection while you focus on other tasks. However, purchasing the robot is only part of the setup. Setting it up can be confusing, especially if you are new to it. So, to help you out, here’s a complete guide on how to set up J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers.

What Is J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers?

J.O.O.N.A.S. stands for Just One Overpriced Nonessential Automated Sweeper. It is an autonomous robot that moves across the lunar surface, cleans dusty hexagonal sectors, collects dust, and launches it in capsules toward a Capsule Catcher. 

Unlike the standard robot vacuums, which are restricted to a limited cleaning area around their docks, J.O.O.N.A.S. can travel across the Moon to find additional dusty sectors. The robot is useful during the later stages of the game, when manual cleaning becomes inefficient, and you want to automate resource collection.

How Much Does J.O.O.N.A.S. Cost in Moon Sweepers?

You can purchase J.O.O.N.A.S. from the Services section of the build menu. Each unit costs $20,000. You should purchase it after establishing a reliable resource-processing setup rather than spending your entire budget on the robot alone. Below, we’ve listed the cost to set up J.O.O.N.A.S.

Item	Cost	Purpose
J.O.O.N.A.S.	$20,000	Automatically cleans dusty lunar sectors
Capsule Catcher	$1,500	Receives capsules containing collected dust

Before buying the robot, make sure you have enough money left to build the entire system. A robot that collects dust faster than your factory can handle will not deliver the full benefit of automation.

How to Set Up J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers?

To set up J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers, you need to purchase the robot, place a Capsule Catcher, and connect the catcher to your conveyor network. Below, we’ve outlined the steps to set up your J.O.O.N.A.S. efficiently.

Purchase J.O.O.N.A.S. From the Services Menu

Open the build menu and navigate to the Services section. Then, find J.O.O.N.A.S. and purchase it for $20,000. However, before purchasing, check that you have enough money to set up the collection and processing infrastructure. 

Since the robot is designed for automated cleaning across the Moon, it is more useful once you have a functioning base and a way to handle its output.

Purchase and Place a Capsule Catcher

The Capsule Catcher is an important part of J.O.O.N.A.S because it stores collected dust in capsules and launches them towards the nearby catcher. Moreover, it also makes J.O.O.N.A.S a money-making unit. Without a catcher, the robot cannot deliver its collected dust into your production system as intended.

So, purchase a Capsule Catcher from the Services menu and position it where you can connect its output to your conveyor network. The catcher should have a clear, functional route to your depot, and should be within  J.O.O.N.A.S. to work properly.

Connect the Capsule Catcher to Your Production Line

Once the Capsule Catcher is placed, connect its output to a conveyor belt leading to your depot. You can begin with a direct route and expand the system later as your production requirements increase.

Deploy J.O.O.N.A.S. on the Moon's Surface

After setting up the catcher and conveyor, place J.O.O.N.A.S. on the lunar surface where it can access dusty sectors. The robot does not need to remain beside a traditional vacuum dock. Its purpose is to travel across the Moon, identify areas that still need cleaning, and collect dust.

For your first deployment, watch the robot complete a cleaning cycle. Then, check that it collects dust, launches a capsule, and delivers it to the Capsule Catcher. This initial test will help you understand whether the entire system works before you invest in additional robots.

Test the Entire Automation System

Once the robot is operating, inspect each part of the production line. A moving robot does not necessarily mean the entire setup is working correctly. The Capsule Catcher must receive the capsules, and the Conveyor must transport the collected material to the depot.

So, check that the conveyor correctly aligns with the catcher's output and that the receiving depot is functioning. If you use multiple machines, verify that the downstream equipment can accept the incoming material. After confirming that the complete system works, you can leave J.O.O.N.A.S. to clean while you concentrate on other tasks.

What are all the J.O.O.N.A.S. Problems and How to Fix Them in Moon Sweepers?

J.O.O.N.A.S. in Moon Sweepers can sometimes encounter issues with collecting dust or delivering capsules. Below, we’ve listed some possible problems if your robot isn’t working as expected.

Problem	Cause
Robot collects dust but does not deliver it	No suitable Capsule Catcher is available
Capsules are not arriving at the catcher	Catcher is not within range of J.O.O.N.A.S.
J.O.O.N.A.S. appears to stop working	Full collection bin or navigation issue
J.O.O.N.A.S. becomes inactive when you leave	Older game version. Fixed in Update 1.0.4
One catcher fills while another remains empty	Outdated game version or the grouping and fullness of nearby catchers

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