Robomow RM510 & Base Station Operating & Safety Manual

Operating & Safety Manual

RM510

& Base Station

www.robomow.eu / www.robomow.com

DOC5002E

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Welcome to the world of home robotics with the Friendly Robotics Robomow!

Thank you for purchasing our product. We know that you will enjoy the extra free time you will have while using Robomow to mow your lawn. When set up and used properly, Robomow will operate safely on your lawn and provide you with a quality of cut matched by a few mowers of any kind. You will be impressed with your lawn’s appearance and best of all, Robomow did it for you.

IMPORTANT!

The following pages contain important safety and operating instructions.

Please read and follow all instructions in this manual. Carefully read and

review all safety instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this manual.

Failure to read and follow these instructions, warnings and cautionary statements

may result in severe injury or death to persons and pets or damage to personal property.

Table of Contents

Safety Warnings & Precautions………………………………………………………….………….. Warnings Decal Definitions…………………………………………………………………………... Robomow® Safety Features…………………………………………………………………………. How It Works……………………………………………………………………………………………. What’s in the Box………………………………………………………………………………………. Chapter 1 - Base Station & Perimeter Wire Setup………………………………………………..

1.1 Preparations………………………………………………………………………………… 11

1.2 Planning the Setup………………………………………………………………………… 11

1.3 Location of the Base Station………………………………………………………………. 16

1.4 Perimeter Wire Setup………………………………………………………………………. 17

1.5 Robomow Preparation and Settings……………………………………………………… 21

1.6 Testing The Base Station and Perimeter Wire Position………………………………… 24

1.7 Setup in None-Base Zone…………………………………………………………………. 25

Chapter 2 – Menu………………………………………………………………………………………..

2.1 Zones Setup…………………………………………………………………………………. 29

2.1.1 Set Zone: Base…………………………………………………………….……………. 29

2.1.2 Set Zone: A or (B)…………………………………………………………….………… 34

2.2 Settings………………………………………………………………………………………. 36

2.3 Information…………………………………………………………………………………… 38

Chapter 3 – Operation………………………………………………………………………………….

3.1 Edge Mowing ……………………………………………………………………………….. 40

3.2 Scanning (Mowing of the inner area)……………………………………………………... 40

3.3 Skipping Edge Mowing …………………………………………………………………….. 40

3.4 Operation in Base Zone – Automatic Start ……………………………………………… 40

3.5 Operation in Base Zone – Manual Start …………………………………………………. 41

3.6 Returning to the Base Station …………………………………………………………….. 41

3.7 Operation in None-Base Zone ……………………………………………………………. 41

3.8 Completing the Operation …………………………………………………………………. 41

3.9 Charging …………………………………………………………………………………….. 42

Chapter 4 – Text Messages and Troubleshooting………………………………………………...

4.1 Messaging…………………………………………………………………………………… 43

4.2 Other Operational or Fault Problems……………………………………………………... 48

Chapter 5 – Maintenance and Storage………………………………………………………………

5.1 Recommended Maintenance Schedule ………………………………………………….. 50

5.2 Cleaning……………………………………………………………………………………… 50

5.3 Battery………………………………………………………………………………………... 50

5.4 Base Station…………………………………………………………………………………. 51

5.5 Replacing the Blade ………………………………………………………………………... 51

5.6 Splicing the Perimeter Wire ……………………………………………………………….. 52

5.7 Winter Storage……………………………………………………………………………….

5.8 Batteries Replacement……………………………………………………………………..

Chapter 6 – Specifications…………………………………………………………………………... Chapter 7 – Accessories…………………………………………………………………………….… Tips for maintaining your lawn………………………………………………………………………. Friendly Robotics RM Series Limited Warranty…………………………………………………... EU Declaration of Conformity…………………………………………………………………….…..

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Safety Warnings & Precautions

Training and Instructions

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1. Read this manual carefully before operating Robomow proper use of Robomow

2. Do not use Robomow

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and follow all safety and warning instructions.

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for any purpose other than for which it is intended.

3. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to operate Robomow.

4. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.

5. The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

6. It is strongly recommended to use the ‘Child Guard’ or ‘Anti theft’ menu option in order to prevent operation by children or other who are not familiar with the safe operation of the mower

7. The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

8. Warning! When there is a risk of lightning storm, disconnect the perimeter wire from the Base Station/ Perimeter Switch and the Power Supply 230V/120V plug from the mains socket

Preparation

. Be familiar with the controls and the

9. Make sure to layout and set up the perimeter wire according to the instructions.

10. While mowing using a Remote Control always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.

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11. Periodically inspect the area mowed by Robomow

, and remove stones, sticks, wires, bones and

other objects. Objects struck by the blade may be thrown and cause severe injuries to people.

12. Only use accessories and attachments designed for this product.

Operation

13. Never let Robomow operate without supervision.

14. When using the Remote Control mow only in daylight or in a good artificial light.

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15. Do not operate Robomow

using the Remote Control when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.

16. Avoid operating Robomow

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on wet grass. Do not use it in rain.

17. When using Remote Control always be sure of your footing on slopes.

18. Do not operate the mower on slopes greater than 18 degrees.

19. Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, and sensors in place. Repair or replace damaged parts, including decals. Do not operate Robomow

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20. Do not operate Robomow

if any safety feature or device is damaged or inoperable.

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if any parts are damaged or worn.

21. Do not attempt to disable or defeat any safety feature or device.

22. When using the Remote Control always switch on the motor according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade.

23. This machine has sharp rotating blade! Never operate the mower if unattended; keep bystanders, children and pets away from mower when in operation.

24. Never allow anyone to ride or sit on mower.

25. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blade and other moving parts.

26. Never pick up or carry this appliance while the motors are running.

27. Never attempt to service or adjust the mower while it is in operation.

28. Never raise the mower or attempt to inspect the blade while the mower is operating.

29. Always remove the fuse before lifting the mower or attempting any adjustments.

Base Station

30. Never let Robomow operate without supervision.

31. When programming the automatic start times and days, insure these windows of operation are programmed when children, pets and other bystanders are not on the lawn.

32. Do not place metal objects in the area of the Base Station contacts.

33. After removing the fuse from the mower always reset the current time and date. Failure to do so may result in non-intentional operation of the Robomow, which may cause sever bodily injuries.

34. Do not spray water directly into the Base Station area.

Transport

To safely move from or within the working area:

Bumper

35. Use the Remote Control (available as an accessory) to drive it from place to place (See section 2.4).

36. In case of different height level or stairs, turn off the mower by pressing the Main Switch button, lift the bumper door, located at the top of the Robomow, and carry the mower by the carrying handle, while the rear bottom side is laying on your thigh, as shown in the right figure.

37. In case of long transportation by car it is required to remove the fuse and use the original packaging.

Maintenance and storage

38. Maintain, service, and store Robomow

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according to the instructions (refer to chapter 5).

39. Remove the battery fuse before working on or lifting Robomow. Remove the battery fuse before any maintenance is done.

40. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to assure safe condition of this appliance.

41. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

42. Use heavy gloves when inspecting, servicing or replacing the blade.

43. Use only the original equipment, batteries and power supply/charger with this mower. Incorrect use may result in electric shock, overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the battery.

44. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may damage the eyes or skin.

45. Wear eye protection and use gloves when setting the perimeter wire and driving the wire stakes/pegs. Firmly drive all pegs in order to keep the wire from becoming a tripping hazard.

46. Do not use the power supply/charger if the cord has damaged.

47. A spark may be created when inserting the fuse to the robot. Therefore it is forbidden to perform these tasks close to flammable materials. It is also forbidden to use spray or any other cleaning materials for cleaning electronic contacts, due to this risk of inflammation when inserting the power pack or fuse.

Product end of use

48. Robomow and its accessories should be collected separately at the end of their life to prevent waste electrical and electronic equipment from ending up in landfill sites, to promote the reuse, treatment and recovery of electrical and electronic equipment in purpose to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the environment, protect human health and utilize natural resources prudently and rationally.

49. Do not dispose Robomow or any other part of it (including the Charger, Base Station and Perimeter Switch) as unsorted municipal waste – it should be collected separately .

50. Ask your local distributor/dealer about return and collection systems available.

51. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire and do not place used batteries in your household trash. The batteries must be collected, recycled, or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.

Warnings Decal Definitions

These are the symbols on Robomow

DANGER! Sharp rotating blade. Keep hands and feet away.

Serious injury can occur. Caution – Do not touch rotating blade

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1. Safety alerts symbol – WARNING - this is a dangerous power tool. Use care when operating

and follow all safety instructions and warnings.

2. Read ope rator’s manual – Read user instructions before operating your Robomow

3. Hazard of Thrown o r flying obje cts - Wh ole body exposure, take caution.

4. Keep a safe distance from the machine when operating

Keep people in particular children, pets and bystanders away from the area in which Robomow is being used.

5. Severing of toes or fingers - Rotary mower blade

Risk of injury from rotating cutting blade. Keep hands and feet away and do not attempt to lift Robomow from this area.

6. Remove the Fuse b efore working on or lifting Robomow

7. Do not ride on Robomow

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Disposal of old Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Do not dispose Robomow of it as unsorted municipal waste – instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

EC Conformity

This product conforms to the applicable EU Directives

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or any other part

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; Read them carefully before operating Robomow.

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Robomow® Safety Features

1. Child Guard / Safety Guard (Level I)

This menu option offers a safety feature to help prevent children or others not familiar with the safe operation of the mower to operate it freely.

2. Anti-Theft / Safety Guard (level II)

The anti-theft system provides the user a disabling function that will prevent anyone from using or driving the Robomow unless they have the valid code to enter. You will be prompted to enter a four-digit code of your choice to use as your personal security code.

3. Lift Sensor

There is a Hall-Effect Sensor (Magnetic Position Sensor) located in the front side of Robomow. In case the front of the mower is raised approximately 1-inch from its resting position on the ground during blade operation, the blade will immediately stop rotating (< 1 second).

4. Tilt Sensor

There is an optical sensor located in the front side of Robomow. In case the front of the mower is lifted up towards a vertically position, the blade will stop immediately and Robomow will warn about it and instruct the user to remove the fuse before lifting Robomow.

5. Bumper Sensor

The bumper is equipped with Hall Effect sensor activates when the mower strikes a solid, fixed object and when the bumper cover is open. When the bumper sensor is activated, the mower will stop the rotation of the blade immediately (<1 second), will stop movement in that direction and reverse itself away from the obstacle.

6. Emergency Stop Button

Located on the control panel, red in color. Pressing this button at any time during operation will stop all mower movement and stop the rotation of the blade immediately (<1 second).

7. Batteries Fuse

Located below the bumper cover, on the left side of Robomow. Removing the battery fuse will prevent any operation of the Robomow. It is required to remove the fuse before lifting Robomow and before any maintenance is done.

8. Two-Step Operator Presence Control

While in manual mode using the remote control, it requires two independent finger actions in order to engage the mower blade. Once engaged, the mower blade button must remain depressed to continue blade operation. Once released, the two-step engagement process must be repeated.

9. Electronically Controlled Charging System

Robomow is equipped with an on-board charge control system. This allows you to keep the charger connected at all times, even after the battery is fully charged. The control system will prevent an overcharge to the battery and keep it fully charged and maintained for the next use.

10. Sealed Batteries

The batteries that operate the Robomow are completely sealed and will not leak any type of fluids, regardless of position. In addition, the batteries contain a one-time-use fuse in the event of a short-circuit or power malfunction.

11. Base Station/Perimeter Switch and Perimeter Wire

Robomow cannot operate without a perimeter wire installed and activated through the Base Station/Perimeter Switch. In the event the Base Station/Perimeter Switch is turned off or otherwise fails to function, Robomow will stop operating. Likewise, should a break in the perimeter wire occur Robomow will again stop operation. A break in the perimeter wire prior to operation will prevent Robomow from operating. It can only operate within the boundary of the perimeter wire.

12. Automatic warning alert before operation

When the mower is scheduled to start the automatic operation from the Base Station per a scheduled time, a warning buzzer and the operating lamp will activate 5 minutes prior to operation. This is a warning notification to clear and inspect the area.

13. Over-heat Monitoring Protection

The blade motor and each of the two wheel drive motors are monitored continuously during operation for any situation that may cause these motors to over-heat. In such event, Robomow will stop operation of at least that motor and possibly the mower itself and indicate that the motor is cooling down. While unusual, this may happen when the mower is on grass that is severely overgrown; the underside of the mower is clogged from poor cleaning maintenance; the mower has encountered an obstacle that is unable to activate the bumper sensor preventing it from moving; or a problem landscape area has caused the mower to get stuck and is preventing it from moving.

WARNING!

This warning symbol will be found at several

points throughout the pages of this manual.

It is intended to highlight an important safety,

warning or cautionary message.

Please pay particular attention to these

areas and be sure you fully understand

the message before proceeding.

How It Works

 A one-time setup is required before operating the Robomow; a small wire, called the perimeter

wire, is place around the edge of the lawn and any other areas where you do not want the mower to

enter.

 Small pegs are supplied with the Robomow and they are used to fasten and hold the perimeter wire

to the ground, below grass level; the wire will soon disappear under the growth of new grass and will not visible.

 The Base Station is placed along the perimeter wire and it has two main functions:

- To generate a small signal along the perimeter wire (very low voltage);

- To charge the Robomow batteries.

 After completing the one-time set-up of wire around the lawn including the Base Station, set the

weekly program and forget about mowing for the entire season!

 Robomow will leave the Base Station on the day and time scheduled in the automatic weekly

program; it will mow the lawn and will drive back for charging in the Base Station to be ready for the next operation.

 When Robomow leaves the Base Station it automatically starts the signal carried through the Base

Station; the signal creates a virtual wall, which is visible only to the Robomow, keeping the Robomow inside the lawn preventing it to cross over area where you do not want it to enter.

Trees large enough

bump into; do not

require a perimeter

wire around it

Robomow detects

the signal and

changes direction as

it reaches the wire

Base Station generates

a signal along the wire

and it used to charge

Robomow batteries

Perimeter Wire as

a virtual wall,

visible only to

Robomow

to allow Robomow to

Tree with hole or flowers around;

require placing a wire around it

What’s in the Box

Open the box and lift the Robomow from its carrying handle; Robomow and the Base Station are bound together with two strips; cut the strips and pull back the Robomow from the Base Station.

Robomow

Base Station

Stakes

Wire

Plot

Connecto

Base Station

Power Supply

Pegs

Wire

Connector

RoboRuler

Chapter 1 - Base Station & Perimeter Wire Setup

1.1 Preparations

 Read carefully the Operating and Safety Manual prior to setup.  It is recommended to mow your lawn using a conventional lawn mower and water the ground

before starting the setup for easier driving of the pegs.

 Confirm all parts for the setup are included (refer to ‘What’s in the Box’ page 10).  During the setup you will al so need the following tools:

Hammer

1.2 Planning The Setup

IMORTANT INFORMATION! Before starting the setup, it is necessary to first

read this chapter in order to be aware of all setup rules and instructions so you are

able to determine the best location for the Base Station and the perimeter wire layout.

1.2.1 Base Station Location

ure 1.1 –Tools required for the setup

Combination

Pliers

Small flat and

Philips screwdrivers

 Set it in the biggest plot or zone;  It should be placed along the outer edge (if setup on the lawn area) or outside the lawn (refer

to paragraph 1.3.2 for external setup of the Base Station);

 In the back yard, where it is not visible to the street;  In a shady spot (better for a longer battery lifetime);  On a relatively level ground;  Close to a wall socket (230V / 120V) – the length of the low voltage cable is 15m (50ft)

(Note: the length of the low voltage cable must not be changed).

Base Station

location

Base Zone

Zone A

Distance between

wires greater than 1m (3ft)

Figure 1.2 -

Base Station Location

Base Zone

Wires leading to the next plot

are parallel and touching.

The gap between them

is for illustration onl

 Note: The power supply is suitable for outdoor use, yet it is required placing it in a sheltered

place, dry location, which is well ventilated and not exposed to direct sunlight.

Place the Base Station at least one-meter from corners;

 Position the Base Station with its fence facing to the inside of the lawn;  Robomow is impervious to water and rain, however it is recommended to place the Base Station

away from sprinkler heads for maximum protection.

1.2.2 Multiple Zones/Areas And Narrow Passages

WARNING!

Serious Injury Can Occur! When placing the power cord leading to the Base Station, insure it is fastened securely to the ground and does not present a tripping hazard. Do not cross over surfaces such as sidewalks and driveways where it cannot be fastened securely.

Max 15m (50ft)

The Fence

should be

inside lawn

Min 1m (3ft)

from a corner

Base Station distance from wall socket

Low voltage

cable

Figure 1.3 -

Your home may require more than one zone to be set up in order for the Robomow to work in all of your lawn effectively. Where grass areas are not contiguous, or are separated by fences, sidewalks or other objects, it is required to make each of these a separate zone. When setting separated zones there are two options to lay the wire: Option A be as long as 500 meters (1650ft) in one loop when connected to the Base Station (Figure 1.4).

Option B: There are separated zones that connected to the Base Station and the Perimeter Switch (available as an accessory- see Chapter 7). The Perimeter Switch can be moved between different zones (Figure 1.5).

To mow other areas, simply drive or carry Robomow to the area you want to mow and operate it. In this way, if one zone needs a shorter operating time than another, it can easily be set (Chapter

2.1.2). When this area is completed, drive the mower back to the station for re-charging. Determining the distance between adjacent perimeter wires:

1. If lawns are installed by the same perimeter wire that is connected to the same source (Base

2. If lawns are installed using different perimeter wires that are not connected, and each has its

: All zones are looped together and connected to the Base Station. Perimeter wire can

Station / Perimeter Switch), then it is enough to keep a distance of one meter between the wires to prevent interference in operation.

own source (Base Station / Perimeter Switch), then one of the following is required: a. Maintain a minimum distance between the wires (30-50cm) to allow overlap between

mowing zones, but synchronize between the mowing schedules to confirm there will not be interference between the zones. OR

b. Keep two meters between the perimeter wires with no need to synchronize between the

operation schedules.

Figure 1.4 (Option A) Three zones are looped together and connected

to the Base Station

Base Zone

Zone A

While the picture shows

two wires separate, they

should be adjacent

Base Station

Zone B

Maximum length of wire

connected to the Base Station

in one loop is 500m (1650ft)

Distance between

wires is larger

than 1m (3ft)

Base Zone

Zone A

Base Station

Zone B

Distance greater

than 1m (3ft)

Figure 1.5 (Option B)

Separated zones, where grass

areas are not contiguous

Where grass areas are contiguous, Robomow will automatically mow all zones and drive back for recharging in the Base Station at the end of each operation. The area that connects two attached big areas is called a narrow pass. There are two types of narrow passes (Figure 1.6):

Narrow Pass Type A

At least 1m (3ft) between

wires so Robomow can

effectively navigate

through in order to move

between the two areas

while mowing the lawn.

Type A

: At least 1m (3ft) between the wires so Robomow can effectively navigate through in order to

move between the areas during the operation.

Base Zone

Figure 1.6 -

Multiple areas with narrow passes

Base Zone

Base Station

Narrow Pass Type B

Distance of 26 cm / 10”

the shorter distance of the

RoboRuler).

Robomow will drive between

areas while following the

Perimeter Wire, but it reduces

the chance that it will cross

while in scanning (mowing of

the inner area)

Type B

: Distance of 26cm (10 inches) between the wires (the shorter measurement of the RoboRuler),

so Robomow can follow the Perimeter Wire in order to start the operation in the required area, but it reduces the chance that the mower will cross between the area while in scanning (mowing of the inner area). When setting narrow pass type B, it is required to set different entry points in order to start mowing in the different areas (to set ‘Entry points’ refer to Paragraph 2.1.1.2).

Setup of Narrow Pass Type B, should be 26cm (10 inches) wide all along the pass, but should be set as a broken line to reduce the chance that the mower will cross between the areas during the op eration.

Perimeter Wire

Pegs

Base Zone

RoboRuler

Narrow pass width is 26cm,

but it is setup as a broken line to prevent Robomow

crossing between the areas

during operation. When the

narrow pass length is

longer than 2m, it is

recommended break the

line in 2 points, as shown at

26cm /10in width - the shorter

distance of the RoboRuler

Narrow Pass Type B setup

Figure 1.7 -

Base Zone

1.2.3 Defining Obstacles-Perimeter Islands

 Obstacles that are relatively rigid and higher than 15cm (6 inches), such as trees, phone

 Other obstacles such as, flowerbeds, fountains and small trees, must be protected from the

To create a perimeter island (Figure 1.8):

 Take the wire from the perimeter section closest to the obstacle;  Peg it around the obstacle, using the RoboRuler short distance;  Returning back to the same spot of the edge you started from;  The wires leading to the perimeter island and coming back to the edge should be parallel and

 Areas with obstacles grouped closely together should be covered by a single perimeter island

While the picture

shows two wires

should be adjacent

and placed under the

separate, they

same pegs

1.2.4 Slopes

followed around obstacle

Caution! Setting the Perimeter Wire counter-clockwise around the obstacle will cause Robomow to drive into the island".

poles and power poles can be left in the lawn without any consideration during the wire setup. The Robomow will turn when it collides with this type of obstacle.

Robomow using the perimeter wire. This is done as part of the setup process and is commonly referred to as a perimeter island. However, for the most gentle and silent operation, it is preferable to demarcate all fixed objects in the working area.

touching BUT they cannot be crossed. The wires to and from the perimeter island can be secured with the same pegs. The mower will not recognize these two wires and mow over them as if they do not exist. The single wire around the perimeter island will be recognized and prevent the mower from entering this area.

or if they are close to the edge of the lawn, leave them out of the designated area.

Direction of set-up

Perimeter Wire

Figure 1.8 -

Perimeter Islands Setup

Perimeter Switch

Min distance of 1m (3ft) between two adjacent

wires of perimeter islands otherwise demarcate

them together as one perimeter island

The max slope allowed for the Perimeter Wire to be laid on is 15% (see area marked as 'A' in Figure 1.9). The Perimeter Wire should not be laid across a slope that is steeper than 15cm (6in) per distance of 1

meter/3.3ft (15%). There is a risk that Robomow will find it difficult to turn and might cross the wire outside, especially in damp weather conditions, as the wheels can slip on the wet grass. However, the perimeter wire can be laid across a slope steeper than 15% if there is an obstacle (fence, wall or dense hedge) that can prevent Robomow from slipping out of the area. The maximum slope limit Robomow can mow inside the working area is 33%, roughly equals to 33cm (1ft) of rise per 1 meter (3ft). In any event, a slope that causes the front of the mower to raise from the ground while climbing is too steep and should not be included as part of the cutting area (see area marked as 'B' in Figure x). Sloping area greater than 33% cannot be included in the working area.

This area should be

left out of the working area

as the perimeter wire

cannot be laid in slope

greater than 15% ( 15 c m he ig ht p er

distance of 1m)

Slope 0-33%

Slope 0-15%

Long distance

of RoboRuler

34cm / 14inch

Robomowcan mow

areas inside the working area with slope up to 33 cm

per distance of 1 m eter (33%)

0-15 cm

1.3 Location of the Base Station

There are two options to set the Base Station:

1.3.1 Internal (inside the lawn)

 Choose a place where you want to setup the Base Station in your lawn, based on the

inputs given in paragraph 2.1.

 Place the Base Station concomitantly to the lawn edge on the lawn where the fence faces

towards the inner side of the lawn (Figure 1.13).

1.3.2 External (outside the lawn)

 Choose a place outside the lawn where you want Robomow to be docked and charged.  Confirm the pass between the lawn and the outside area is smooth with no height

difference, so Robomow will not get stuck and will follow the wire smoothly.

 The surface between the lawn and the Base Station should be hard (such as a sidewalk or

rigid ground) and not sandy or stoney, so Robomow will not slip or get stuck on it.

 The area between the lawn and the Base Station should be clear of obstacles and objects.

Hard surface clean from

obstacles so Robomow can

drive on without slipping

External Base Station Setup

Figure 1.10 –

Smooth pass between the lawn

and the area around with no

100 cm

 The setup of the entering to the narrow pass leads to the Base Station should include

triangles to reduce the chance that Robomow will enter towards the station while mowing the inner area (scanning); to perform the triangle setup refer to Figure 1.7.

 The distance between the wires lead to the Base Station and back to the lawn is 26cm (10

inches).

 The Base Station should be placed on the right wire of the narrow pass (when standing

inside the lawn). Important: as the two wires are very close and affect the wire sensors readings, the Base Station should not be aligned with the central lines marked on the Base Station; it should be placed with a shift of 10-20cm (4-8 inches) to the right.

 It is reccomneded to placed the Base Station at least 25cm (10 inches) before the end of

the external pass to allow the mower smooth entrance to the Base Station.

Base Station is placed with a right

shift of 10-20cm (4-8“)

(not aligned with the wire)

(

Recommended to continue

the wire for at least 25cm

(10”) after the Base Station

26cm /10“

)

Triangle as done in

Triangle as done in narrow pass type B

narrow pass type B

(refer to Figure 1.7)

Figure 1.11 –

External Base Station Setup

1.4 Perimeter Wire Setup

Now, knowing the location of the Base Station and the planning of the wire layout, you can begin to setup the Perimeter Wire in the Base zone.

1.4.1 Starting Point

 Place the Base Station according to your plan

with the fence towards the inner side of the lawn, as shown in Figure 1.11 or 1.13;

 Puncture the plastic covering of the perimeter

wire and pull the wire ends with the plot connector out of the plastic covering; The connector should be connected to the wire in the polarity show in Figure 1.12;

 The plastic covering is designed as a dispenser

for the wire; so do not remove the wire spool from the covering;

 Peg the beginning of the wire to the ground

where the Base Station will be located; be sure to leave 30cm (12 inches) to close the loop at the end of the setup (Figure 1.13);

Figure 1.12 – Pull out the wire from the

plastic covering – do not remove the

covering; it is designed as a dispenser.

 Start laying the wire to the counterclockwise direction when standing inside the lawn, as show in

Figure 1.13.

 Begin pulling the perimeter wire out of the plastic covering and lay it loosely as you walk along

the area of the lawn to the direction shown in Figure 1.13;

Perimeter Wire –

do not remove the

plastic covering

Leave 30cm (12 inches) at

the starting point, where the

Base Station is located

1.4.2 Laying Out The Perimeter Wire

layout from the Base Station

 Start setting the perimeter wire by placing pegs every few meters and at the lawn corners according

to your plan; do not forget obstacles that need to be demarcated while laying the wire.

 After removing enough wire within a given section, use the RoboRuler provided to set the correct

distance from the lawn edge. The RoboRuler is used to help position the perimeter wire along walls, fences, sidewalk, driveways, flowerbeds and other perimeter zones.

There are two basic measurements that are used on the RoboRuler (Figure 1.14). The shorter distance is used along perimeter edges where the area outside the immediate

perimeter is free of obstacles and is the same relative height as the perimeter edge or lower (sidewalk on the same level or flowerbeds).

The longer distance is used along perimeter edges where the area outside the immediate perimeter has obstacles or differences in the height along the perimeter edge (walls and fences).

Long distance of

RoboRuler – where the

area outside the

immediate perimeter has

obstacles or differences in

the height along the

perimeter edge

Figure 1.13 –

Direction of Perimeter Wire

Direction of wire layout

from the Base Station

The Fence should be

inside lawn

Short distance of

RoboRuler - where the

area outside the

immediate perimeter is free of obstacles and is the same relative height as the

perimeter edge or lower

Figure 1.14 –

Usin

the RoboRuler

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