Robomow RS615u, RS625 Pro, RS615 Pro, RS635 Pro SV User guide

User Guide

Original Operating Instructions

See how
to install

RS635 Pro SV, RS625 Pro, RS615 Pro, RS615u

Robotic Mower

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Your Lawn

I’m
Robomow,
nice to
meet you.

Your safety is important to us -

Please review this Manual carefully for all safety warnings and
take extra caution to keep both children and pets off the lawn
when Robomow is in operation.

Safety first ..................

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Installation ................

Quick reference ...........

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Safety first

IMPORTANT!
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE

Warning decal definitions
Safety warnings & precautions
Safety features

Do not allow children to use or operate the mower.
Children must be supervised at all times.

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Warning decal
definitions

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1. This is a dangerous power tool. Exercise care when
operating and follow all safety instructions and warnings.

2. Read the Safety Manual carefully before operating your
mower.

3. Be careful of thrown objects during operation.

4. Keep a safe distance from the mower while it is operating.
Keep people, especially children, pets and bystanders
away from the area where the mower is operating.

5. CAUTION – Do not touch rotating blade. Keep hands and
feet away and do not lift the mower from the ground.

6. Activate the disabling device before working on or lifting
the mower (see Section 3.b).

7. Do not ride the mower.

Do not dispose of the mower or any of its parts as unsorted
municipal waste. They should be collected separately.

This product conforms to applicable EU directives.

This symbol indicates that the mains electricity is double
insulated

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Safety warnings &
precautions

A. Before you begin

1. Read this Safety Manual carefully before operating the
mower to become familiar with its controls and proper
use.

2. Never allow children, persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the machine. Local regulations may restrict the
age of the operator.

3. You are responsible for accidents or for harm to other
people or their property.

4. It is your responsibility to inform your neighbors about
the risks, and that it is forbidden to enter your lawn
while the mower is operating.

5. If your lawn is open to the street and/or your
you must be present during the mower’s operation to
prevent others from accessing your lawn. Alternatively,
you must protect / fence your
access the mower during operation.

lawn so that others do not

neighbors,

B. Preparations

1. Ensure the correct installation of the Perimeter Wire,
as instructed.

2. Inspect periodically the area where the mower is used
and remove all stones, sticks, cones, wires and other
foreign objects.

3. Periodically visually inspect to verify that the blade is
not worn or damaged. Replace a worn or damaged blade
(Part No. MRK6101A).

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C. Operation

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING!

Do not leave the mower to operate unattended if you
know that there are pets, children or people in the
vicinity. Never mow while people (especially children)
or pets are nearby.

1. Do not operate the mower if any safety feature or any
part is damaged, worn or inoperable.

2. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blade
and

other

3. Always switch off the Safety Switch before lifting it
or planning to operate any adjustments.

4. Never pick up or carry the mower while the motors are running.

5. Do not touch the blade before it has completely stopped rotating.

6. Do not use the mower for any purpose other than cutting
lawn.

7. Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, and sensors
in place. Repair or replace damaged parts, including
decals.

moving parts.

8. Set the weekly program at times when there are no
people on the grass.

9. Do not connect a damaged power cord to the supply, or
touch a damaged cord before it is disconnected from the
supply as it can lead to contact with live parts.

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10. Keep the extension power cord away from the blade to
prevent the mower from damaging it. A damaged power
cord can lead to contact with live parts.

11. If the power cord becomes damaged or entangled during
use, detach it from the mains by pulling the plug from the socket.

12. In the event of accident or breakdown whilst the mower is
operating, immediately press the red STOP button.

D. Transportation

Within the working area:

1. Press the STOP button to stop the
mower.

2. Use the Remote Control.(available
as an accessory or via the mobile
App) to drive it from one place to
another.

3. In case of different ground height
level, switch off the Safety Switch,
and carry the mower by its carrying
handle (lift the STOP button for
that).

Long distances:
When transporting your mower over long distances, switch

off the Safety Switch.

IMPORTANT! It is recommended to keep the original
packaging for shipping purposes.

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E. Using the remote control (manual mowing)

1. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light, and avoid
operating on wet grass.

2. Do not operate the mower barefoot or wearing open
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers; always make sure of your footing on slopes.

3. Use extreme caution when reversing the direction of the
mower towards you.

4. Always switch on the motor according to the instructions
while standing away from the blade.

5. Do not mow manually in slopes greater than 15 degrees
or where a firm footing is not possible.

F. Batteries

1. Do not open or damage the battery pack.

2. The Battery Pack contains electrolytes. In case of an
electrolyte leakage from the Battery Pack, the following
actions should be taken:

• Skin contact: Wash the contact areas off immediately

with water and soap.

• Eye contact: Immediately flush the eyes with plenty of

clean water for at least 15 minutes, without rubbing.

• Get medical assistance.

3. Ensure that the battery is charged using the correct
charger recommended by the manufacturer. Incorrect use
may result in electric shock, overheating or leakage of
corrosive liquid from the battery.

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G. Maintenance and special instructions

1. Always switch off the Safety Switch before clearing

blockage/checking/cleaning/working on the mower, or
after striking a foreign object to inspect the machine for
damage. Never attempt to service or adjust the mower
while it is in operation.

2. In case of abnormal vibrations, stop the mower, switch

off the Safety Switch and check for any damage of
the blade. Replace a worn or damaged blade (Part
No. MRK6101A) to preserve balance. If the vibration
continues, call for service.

3. Use heavy gloves when inspecting or servicing the blade.

4. Do not perform maintenance barefoot or wearing open

sandals. Always wear suitable work shoes and long
trousers.

5. Replace worn or damaged parts for your safety.

6. Use only original equipment and accessories. It is not

permitted to modify the original design of the mower. All
modifications are made at your own risk.

7. Ensure that only replacement cutting means of the right

type (Part No. MRK6101A) are used.

8. Maintenance/servicing/cleaning of the mower should be

according to manufacturer’s instructions.

9. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

machine is in safe working condition.

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WARNING!

When there is a risk of a lightning storm, disconnect
the Perimeter Wire from the Base Station /Perimeter
Switch and the Power Supply 230 V/120 V plug from
the power outlet.

H. Product end of use

1. The mower 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, and to protect and improve the quality of the
environment.

2. Do not dispose of the mower or any other of its parts

(including the Power Supply and Base Station) as unsorted
municipal waste - they should be collected separately.

3. Ask your local distributor/dealer about return and

collection systems availability.

4. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire, and do

not place used batteries in your household trash.

5. The battery must be collected, recycled, or disposed of in

an environmentally sound manner.

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Safety
features

WARNING!

Your mower is equipped with numerous built-in
safety features. However, the mower is a hazardous
device with a sharp blade, which can cause major
injury to anyone who comes in contact with it.
Therefore, it is absolutely forbidden to be on the
lawn while the mower is working. Alternatively,
halt the mower’s operation when people (especially
children) or pets are to stay or play on the lawn.

A. Child Lock

The Child Lock prevents unintended operation of the
mower by an accidental press of one of the buttons. Only
pressing two buttons in the right order will initiate the
operation. It is required to activate the Child Lock feature
if children under age 6 may come in contact with the
mower.

B. Anti-Theft/Disabling Device

The Anti-Theft/Disabling Device system function will
prevent anyone from using or driving the mower unless
they have a valid code to enter. You will be prompted
to enter a four digit code of your choice to use as your
personal security code. It is highly recommended to
activate this feature to prevent operation of the mower by
children or people who are unfamiliar with the mower or
not allowed to use it.

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C. Lift Sensor

If the mower is raised from the ground during the blade’s
operation, the blade will stop rotating immediately.

D. Tilt Sensor

If the mower is tilted up towards a vertical position, the
blade will stop immediately.

E. Obstruction Sensor

Your mower detects interfering obstacles in its way during
operation. When the mower collides with an obstacle, it
will stop the rotation of the blade immediately, will stop
movement in that direction and reverse itself away from
the obstacle.

F. Emergency Stop Button

Pressing the STOP button at any time during operation
will stop the mower and the blade immediately.

G. Safety Switch

Switching off the Safety Switch will prevent any operation
of the mower. It is required to switch it off before lifting the
mower and before any maintenance is done.

H. Base Station/Perimeter Switch and

Perimeter Wire

The mower cannot operate without a Perimeter Wire
installed and activated through the Base Station/Perimeter
Switch. In the event the Perimeter Wire signal is turned
off, the mower will stop operating.

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Let’s get
started.
Can’t wait
to mow your
lawn.

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Welcome to a friendly
home

Congratulations on on your purchase! You are just a few steps away
from meeting your best team player. Very soon you will come to count
on your new friend to do a perfect job.

It will independently depart from its base on predetermined days and
times, mow your lawn and return to base for charging

A preinstalled perimeter wire sets the boundaries (a “virtual wall”)
for your mower. It will be laid around the edges of your lawn and
objects that you want to protect.

The mower moves randomly within its working area, as defined by
the perimeter wire. This kind of random movement provides the
perfect cut and ensures complete coverage of your lawn.

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In addition, it follows the perimeter wire, when it mows the edges of
your lawn to give it a perfect finish.

Good-looking lawns are achieved by consistent mowing, which is
exactly what a robotic mower provides.

After following the clear installation instructions, you will be ready to
enjoy your free time, while your new friend looks after your lawn.

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So where are we headed?

Correct installation of your mower will ensure maximum
results. This is what it takes to prepare it to do a perfect job
for you:

Know Your Lawn

What’s your lawn type?

Ready, Set, Test

Setup and trial run

Power Up

Plug it in

Get Started

Choose Base Station location

Lay the Wire

Lay out the “virtual boundary”

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What’s in the Box

The product

Your new Robotic Mower

Base Station

This is where the mower
recharges itself

Extension Cable

20 m (65 ft) low voltage
cable to connect the mower
to the Power Supply unit

Perimeter Wire*

Marks the working area
for the mower

(*) Not provided with
Pro/XR3 models

USER
GUIDE

Power Supply

The power supply for
charging your mower

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User Guide

Blade Tool

For safe removal of the
blades

Spare Plot Connector

For connecting the
Perimeter Wire to
the Base Station

Wire Pegs*

For securing the wire
to the ground

(*) Not provided with
Pro/XR3 models

Base Station Stakes (x6)

For affixing the Base
Station to the ground

Wire Connectors

For splicing the Perimeter
Wire in case of a cut

Fuse

For preventing battery
discharge during storage

RoboRuler

For measuring the Perimeter Wire’s
distance from the lawn’s edge

Ready? Let’s begin...

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Know
Your Lawn

Understanding your lawn will save you unnecessary
mistakes and make the installation process easier and
more straight-forward.

You can also skip some later sections in this manual that are not
relevant to your lawn type.

So, what does your lawn look like?

Type A

Main Zone only

Your lawn area is one continuous
zone and all areas of the lawn are
wide enough for the mower to
navigate through (at least 4 m (14
ft) wide at its narrowest point).

Main Zone

Type B

Main Zone + Sub Zone

Your lawn consists of more
than one zone. These zones are
connected by a narrow passage
(1.5-4 m / 4.5-14 ft wide). The
mower can drive between these
zones to mow the entire area.

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Main Zone

Sub Zone

Type C

Main Zone + Separated Zone

Sub Zone

Main Zone

Separated Zone

Main Zone

Separated Zone

Your lawn consists of two or more

zones that are not connected
(separated by a fence, sidewalk,
pathway or other obstacle). The
mower cannot drive between these
zones.

Type D

Main Zone + Sub Zone +
Separated Zone

Some areas of your lawn are

connected to the Main Zone by a
narrow pass (up to 4 m / 14 ft wide)

and some areas are totally separated
from the Main Zone by a fence,
sidewalk, pathway or other obstacle,
and the mower can’t drive between
them.

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Get
Started

Choose locations for the Base Station & Power Supply
unit

The Base Station is where your mower recharges, and where the
perimeter wire starts and ends. In this installation step, you are going
to determine a proper location for the Base Station.

The Base Station will be installed at a later stage, after the

TIP

Where should you place your Base Station?

Consideration A

Up to a max. of 20 m (65 ft) from a power outlet

Perimeter Wire is in place.

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Power Supply unit

Base Station

20 m (65 ft)
Extension cable [low
voltage]

Min. 30 cm (1 ft )

Min. 3m (10 ft )

Consideration B

A min. of 3 m [10 ft] of straight
wire in front of the base and a
min. of 30 cm (1 ft) behind the
base to allow smooth docking

Consideration C

In a flat and shady spot

• If there are additional zones in your lawn, place the Base

Station within the largest zone

• Make sure the ground is even and flat, and that there are no slopes

• Keep a minimum of 1 meter / 3.3 feet from a sprinkler head

to avoid hitting the mower directly and damaging its internal
components

TIPS

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Lay the
Wire

Lay the perimeter wire (“virtual boundary”), which
defines the working area for the mower.

Now you’re ready to install the Perimeter Wire. Let’s take it
step by step.

• Have your mower’s package nearby.

• Be sure to cut your grass with your old mower one last time

TIPS

WHAT
YOU’LL
NEED

before you start wiring. This will make inserting pegs easier and
help ensure that the mower doesn’t cut the wire.

• Hammer

• Small, flat screwdriver

• Combination pliers

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First Things First: Obstacles and Slopes

Before you put a single peg into the ground, take note of any obstacles
or slopes.

OBSTACLES

Soft Obstacles

Soft obstacles are flower beds, ponds or
small trees. They need to be protected by
creating Perimeter Islands.

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Hard Obstacles

Hard obstacles are vertical, rigid and
higher than 15 cm (6 in), such as trees or
telephone poles.

If a Hard Obstacle has a diameter under 10
cm (4 in), it must be protected by a Perimeter

Island. If the diameter is larger, it’s not

necessary.

SLOPES

Slopes along the edge

To ensure your mower doesn’t slip off the lawn, especially when the
grass is wet, the Perimeter Wire must exclude a slope along the edge
of your lawn with an incline of over 15% - that is, 15 cm rise per 1 m [6
in rise per 3 ft].

Less than 15%

More than 15%

Less than
15 cm / 6 in

1 m / 3 ft

Slopes within the Lawn

More than
15 cm / 6 in

1 m / 3 ft

Max 35%

Your mower can mow areas within the
lawn with a slope of up to 35% [35 cm
rise per 1 m/14 in rise per 3 ft].

The slope is too steep if...

The mower tilts off the ground while climbing it. Exclude such
slopes from the cutting area.

TIP

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A. Make a Good

Start

Before you begin, walk
along the edge of your lawn
and plan how to set up the
Perimeter Wire. Take note of
all obstacles and slopes.

Pull out approx. 30 cm (1 ft) of wire through the hole in the
spool’s plastic covering and peg the beginning of the wire to the
ground where you intend to install your Base Station.

Perimeter Wire

Once a tail is made, put the
first peg into the ground to
secure the end of the wire

Peg

Start unwinding the wire counter-clockwise around the lawn,
starting at the Base Station’s location.

Lay it loosely along the perimeter as you walk along the lawn edge.
If you get to any area/object that needs special care, make sure you
carefully lay the Perimeter Wire as described in the following sections.

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B. Maintain Proper Distance

The Perimeter Wire is secured to the ground
by the pegs supplied with the product. Use
the RoboRuler to determine the distances
you should leave between the Perimeter
Wire and the lawn’s edge and obstacles.

• Insert pegs every few meters/feet and at corners. At this
early stage, set a minimal number of pegs. You will insert all
necessary pegs later.

• Pull the wire tight while hammering the pegs to their final depth
in the ground.

• Take care not to damage irrigation pipes.

When the edge is flat or a drop, use
the short distance of the RoboRuler.

32 cm (1 ft)

TIPS

When the edge is a wall (more than 2
cm/ 1” above the ground level), use the
longer distance of the RoboRuler.

Leave a minimum of 1.2 m (4 ft) if the
edge of the lawn borders water.

Min 1.2m

(4ft)

40 cm (1.3 ft)

2 cm

(1”)

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• It is not necessary to bury the Perimeter Wire, though you
may do so, up to 5 cm (2 in) deep.

TIPS

• Burying the wire along exposed areas, such as pavements,
is usually recommended.

• If additional Perimeter Wire is required in order to complete
the setup, you can extend it using the waterproof Wire
Connectors provided (see section 5-G “Splicing the
Perimeter Wire”).

C. Make Smooth Turns

Maintain a 45° angle at all left-turn corners when laying the wire along
the perimeter.

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45˚

Left turns

20 cm / 8 in

D. Protect Soft Obstacles

Objects such as flower beds, ponds, or small trees must be protected
by setting Perimeter Islands.

Perimeter Wire position

Perimeter Wire

If the distance between an island and the
perimeter wire is lower than 1.5 m (5 ft),
make the obstacle part of lawn’s edge.

Set the Perimeter Wire
clockwise around the
obstacle, otherwise
the mower will drive
into the Perimeter
Island or won’t be
able to mow the
area around it
properly.

Keep min. 1.5 m (5 ft) between
islands; if obstacles are closer
together, use one island.

• Wires leading to and from an island should be fastened with
the same peg

• Perimeter Islands should either be rectangular or round

TIPS

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Recall Your Lawn Type

Main Zone

Separated Zone

Type C

Main Zone +

Separated Zone

Main Zone

Type A

Main Zone only

Main Zone

Sub Zone

Type B

Main Zone +

Sub Zone

E. How to Wire a Sub Zone

Type B / Type D

A Narrow Pass connects the
Main Zone with a Sub Zone.
To allow your mower to drive
through, it should be at least 1
m (3.5 ft) wide.

Don’t have a Sub Zone?

Skip this section!

Main Zone

Sub Zone

Separ.

Zone

Type D

Main Zone +

Sub Zone +

Separated Zone

Narrow
Pass

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Sub
Zone

Main Zone

Main Zone

A helpful video

is available

online

• If a Narrow Pass is shorter than 2 m [7 ft], set up only one
square Perimeter Island in the passage

• Take care to wire Narrow Passes correctly to ensure that the
mower doesn’t cross into different zones spontaneously while
mowing

Min 5

5 in]

0 cm (19.7

in)

14 cm [5.5 in]

32 cm

[12.6 in]

70 cm [27.

TIPS

Sub Zone

Min 5

0 cm (19.7

5 in]

70 cm [27.

in)

Main Zone

Narrow Passes should be firm, level, and smooth.

Two wires
under
same peg

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F. How to Wire a Separated Zone

Type C / Type D

Don’t have a Separated Zone?

Skip this section!

If your Separated Zone is larger than 120 m2/1291 ft2 (200
m2/2150 ft2 for models over 3000 m2/30000 ft2), your mower
won’t be able to finish it in a single operation. Therefore, it is
recommended to wire it separately and connect it to its own
Base Station.

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If your Separated Zone is smaller than 120 m

/1291 ft2 (200
m2/2150 ft2 for models over 3000 m2/30000 ft2), you can wire it in
one of two ways.

OPTION 1 Extend the Perimeter Wire from the Main Zone,
over the obstacle.

Two wires
under
same peg

Separated Zone small

2

m

(2150 ft

er than 200

2

)

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Base Station

OPTION 2 Wire the Zone separately and connect it to a
Perimeter Switch (optional accessory).

Separated Zone small

2

m

(2150 ft

Main Zone Power
Supply unit and
Base Station

er than 200

2

)

Perimeter
Switch

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G. Complete Wire Setup

Once the Perimeter Wire has
been laid completely, the two
ends of the wire that meet at the
Base Station should be joined
together.

• Use the same peg to fasten both tail ends of the wire to the
ground

TIPS

• Trim the ends so both wires are the same length

Make sure you twist the two wires together properly.

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Strip back 5 mm (0.2 in) of insulation from the wire ends,
insert the twisted wire into the connector and secure it using a
small flat screwdriver.

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Power
Up

Install and connect the Base Station and Power Supply

A. Install and Connect the Base Station

Place the Base Station in its
planned location.

Remove the Base Station’s
head from the Base: A. Pull
the lever upward. B.
the Base Station’s head from
the front side in the direction
marked.

Push

B

Push

A Pull

Feed both the Perimeter
Wire (A) and the
extension cable (B)
through the slot in the
rear side of the Base
Station.

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A B

Attach the Perimeter Wire
connector to point A on
the Base Station’s head.
Attach the 20 m (65 ft)
extension cable to point
B on the Base Station’s
head.

Slide the Base Station’s
head back into place on
the sliders (C). Make sure
it is inserted properly all
the way through. Press

the
lever down until it clicks
in place.

BA

Press &
Click

Feed the Extension Cable

C

into the Power Supply unit.

Place the Base Station in
its location and align it so

Insert
2 rear
stakes

that it’s centered over the
Perimeter Wire. Insert
two stakes as shown. The
remaining stakes will be
inserted at a later stage.

Be careful not to damage irrigation pipes when hammering
down the stakes.

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B. Connect the Power Supply unit

Consider the following in
order to select a proper

TIP

Connect the DC cable from the Power Supply unit to
the 20 m (65 ft) extension cable.

location for the Power
Supply unit:

• Select a suitable location
near a power outlet

• Position it outside the lawn
perimeter

• A dry and sheltered
location is preferable

Power
Supply unit

Base
Station

20 m (65 ft)
Extension cable
[low voltage]

Make sure the connector is inserted the whole way
up to the white mark.

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Connect the Power Supply unit to a regular power outlet.

Now you should see the LED indication on the Base Station
blinking green (if the mower is outside), or steady green (if the
mower is inside the Base Station).

LED indication

Caution

The Extension Cable from the Power Supply to the Base
Station should be securely fastened to the ground! It
should never present a tripping hazard.
The Extension Cable should cross ONLY over soft
surfaces. It should not cross over hard surfaces (e.g.,
sidewalk, driveway) where it cannot be securely fastened.

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Ready, Set,
Test

Prepare your mower and give it a test drive.

Congratulations! Now you are ready to give it a whirl.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• The mower

• Remaining Pegs

• Remaining Base Station stakes

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A. Start up

There are a few things to do before your mower can start.

Mowing Height

Cover

Adjustment

Door

Knob

Adjust the cutting height (20­80 mm/0.8-3 in) by turning the
mowing height adjustment
knob while pushing it down.

Safety
Switch

Mowing
Height
Indicator

Insert the fuse.

Fuse

Caution Make sure the fuse holder is fully screwed in.

Switch on the Safety Switch.

Safety Switch

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B. Set Basic Settings

Follow the instructions on the screen for a quick initial configuration.

Caution

Your mower has enough power to complete the
configuration. Then, before mowing for the first time, you’ll
need to do a first-time charge that will take up to 24 hours.

Set Language

Select language

English

Scroll with the arrows to select the desired value.
Press GO to confirm the selection and move to the next item. To go
back a step or cancel an action, press the back arrow.

Set Date

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Set Time

Set Date

17 / 09 / 2016

13 : 45

OK

Set Time

OK

To restart the setup at

TIPS

any time, press and hold
STOP + down arrow
together for at least 4
seconds.

C. Test Base Station Position

Place the mower on the lawn, 3 m (10 ft) in front of the entrance to the
Base Station, facing the Perimeter Wire, and press GO to start the test.

Test Base

Station Position

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The mower will drive to the Base Station and enter it.

Searching

Base

Next, it will drive out and wait in front of the Base Station and tell you
to Peg Base. Insert the remaining four stakes into the Base Station.
Press GO.

Peg Base

• If the “No wire signal” message is displayed, check
that the Power Supply unit, extension cable and Base
Station wires are all connected properly. Check for
possible Perimeter Wire cuts.

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• If the “Change wires in plot connector” message is
displayed, swap the wires at the plot connector.

• If the “Reposition Base Station” message is displayed,
check that the Base Station is aligned with the
Perimeter Wire. Move any obstacles preventing entry
into the Base Station.

• Be careful not to damage irrigation pipes when
hammering down the stakes.

D. Test Perimeter Wire

Main Zone Area?

200-300 m

Enter the size of your Main Zone area. When you see the message
“Test wire position,” it means your mower is ready to test. Press GO. It
will start driving.

Walk alongside as the mower tours the perimeter. At the end of
a successful tour the message “Wire test succeeded!” will be
displayed and the mower will reenter the Base Station. Press GO.

If the “Adjust wire” message is displayed and the mower stops
and drives backwards, move the wire slightly inward and
press GO to continue the wire test.

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Test Wire

Position

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E. Add Sub Zones

The mower will now prompt you to add any additional Sub Zone(s).
Select X to skip this section if you don’t have any Sub Zones.

If you select the Sub Zone option, the mower will travel along the wire
to the Sub Zone on its own. When it is at least 5 m (16 ft) inside the
Sub Zone, press STOP and select the area size of the Sub Zone. After
finishing the process, the mower will drive back to the Base Station.

F. Finish Installing the Perimeter Wire

Insert the remaining pegs along the Perimeter Wire, approx. 1 m (3.3
ft) apart.

Hammer the extension cable into the ground so it’s not a tripping
hazard.

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G. Charge your mower

Place your mower on the Base Station and let it fully charge before
its first mow (up to 24 hours). Once it is fully charged, it will depart
automatically according to its mowing schedule.

Caution

• The Safety Switch should be set to ‘On’ during charging

• Don’t touch the blades

• Never mow when people, especially children or pets, are
nearby.

• Make sure the lawn is clear of debris. The limited warranty of
your mower does not cover damages caused by objects left in
the lawn.

Don’t worry if your lawn looks patchy for the first few days. It
will even out after the first few mows!

TIP

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A. Are there any Separated Zones?

For lawns that have completely noncontiguous Separated
Zones, the area of these zones needs to be programmed
separately.

Lawn

Options

Sub Zone

Separated Zone

Zones

Zones A Area

200 - 300 m

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B. Splicing the Perimeter Wire

(as needed)

• Insert both wire ends into
the leftmost and rightmost
positions on the connector.

• Verify that the wires are fully
inserted into the connector.

• Use a pair of pliers to press the
button on top of the connector.
The button should be fully
pressed, without damaging the
connector.

Zones

Add

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A helpful video

is available

online

Well Done!

Now relax, and let your
mower do the work.

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Knowing your mower

Menu structure
Automatic operation
Manual operation
Features - how to
Periodic maintenance
Troubleshooting
FAQs

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Knowing
your mower

In order to fully enjoy your mower, learn about its different parts and
messages. Understanding how it works and “interacts” will lead to its
smooth and easy operation.

External Parts

Operating Panel

STOP Button /
Carrying Handle

Operating Light

Touch
Sensitive
Bumper

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Under the Hood Parts

Mowing Height Indicator

Cover Door

Mowing Height Adjustment Knob

Safety Switch

Fuse Storage

Operation
Panel

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Operation Panel

Rain Sensor

Back button is used to
cancel a selection or go one
step back in the menu.

LCD display

Current Day

and Time

Mowing Schedule is On

Mowing Schedule is Off

Mower is in winter charging

LCD Display window

Su 11:28

Go button is used
to Select a menu
option or confirm a
displayed message.

Scroll arrows for
menu selection

Anti-theft is
activated

Battery is charging /
balancing battery cells

Ready

Battery is fully charged

Mo 06:00

Next operation time. Displayed
when a mowing cycle is
completed and the battery is
fully charge.

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Base Station LED indication

LED indication

Indication Meaning

Steady green Perimeter wire signal is OK; the

mower is inside the base

Blinking green Perimeter wire signal is OK; the

mower is outside the base

Blinking red fast Perimeter wire is damaged or

disconnected

Blinking red slow Poor perimeter wire connection or

the wire is too long

Steady red Faulty power supply

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Menu
structure

For a full description of all menu items, please refer to our online
Help Center.

Navigate the menus by using the arrows and make a selection
by pressing Go.

Lawn Options

Configure lawn and mowing parameters

Inactive Time

Set mowing-free times

Mowing Extent

Set how often to mow your
lawn

Zones

Add, remove or edit zones

Islands

Switch Islands feature on/off

Near Wire Follow

Reduce wheel tracks
along lawn’s edge

Smart Mow

Increase mowing efficiency

Turbo Mow

Enable faster and stronger
cut (use for first cut of the
season)

Program On/Off

Enable/Disable automatic
operation by zone

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RoboHome

Energy

Saver

Mower Options

Configure user preferences

Child Lock

Lock the keypad to prevent
accidental press

Anti - Theft

PIN Code protection and
alarm in case of theft

Rain Sensor

Automatically halt operation
in rain/humid weather

RoboHome

RoboHome accessory on/off

Time and Date

Set date & time

Energy Saver

Minimize power consumption and disable
automatic operation to comply with
CEC/DoE regulation. Appears only when
Program is set to Off.

Language

Change mower’s
menu language

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Signal

Type

LCD Contrast

Adjust the LCD’s contrast

Sound

Turn Sound on/off

Signal Type

Change it to avoid interference with
other robotic mowers around

Automatic
operation

Learn how to configure automatic operation and manually bypass/
override it when needed

• The Area size setting automatically determines the required mowing
time for your lawn - the duration of a “Mowing Cycle”

• The mower usually performs several consecutive mowing operations
until it completes a full Mowing Cycle

• Each mowing operation starts at predetermined times, once the
mower is fully charged

• You can restrict automatic operation at particular times via the Inactive
Time setting

• Once a Mowing Cycle is completed, the mower will stay in the Base
Station until the next cycle begins

• The interval between mowing cycles is defined by the Mowing
Frequency setting

• If required, extra mowing time can be added via the Mowing Hours
setting to improve mowing results.

Tell your mower how often to mow

Mowing Frequency* controls the periodicity of mowing cycles. The higher the
frequency, the more frequently your lawn will be mowed and vice versa.

Mowing frequencies:

Low - 1 Mowing Cycle per week
Medium - 2 Mowing Cycles per week
High - Lawn is mowed daily

*This option is only available for zones with a Base Station.

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Lawn Options

Scroll using the arrows to
select “Mowing Extent” from
the Lawn Option Menu

Mowing Hours

Mowing Frequency

Scroll to select
“Mowing Frequency”.
Press Go to select Days.

All Zones

By Zone

Scroll to select “

”/”

By Zone

Zones

All

”.

Mowing Frequency

Medium

Scroll to change mowing
frequency.
The default is Medium.

Decide when you need the lawn for yourself

Lawn Options

Scroll to select between 1st or 2nd
time slot and press Go. You can
configure up to 2 time slots.

Press Go to select “Days”

Scroll using the arrows to select
Time” from the Lawn Option menu.

Hours 1 - On

Hours 2 - Off

Scroll to toggle the inactive window On/Off. Press
Go. Set the start and end times for this time slot.
Scroll to select OK. Press Go.

Days

Hours

Scroll to select day(s).
Press Go to toggle between active and inactive.
A black box means the day is Inactive.

“Inactive

Hours 1 - ON

23:00 - 06:00 OK

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

OK

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When setting inactive times, make sure to leave enough
mowing time to your mower. If the available mowing time is
too short for your lawn’s size, the mower will notify you.

TIP

When you need extra mowing time

If the mowing results are not satisfactory, the ‘Mowing Hours’ option
allows adjusting the duration of the mowing cycle allocated for your
area setting (by percentage):

Lawn

Options

Mowing Hours

Mowing Frequency

Scroll to select “

”.

Press Go

Hours

Mowing

.

All Zones

By Zone

Scroll to select “
”

By Zone

for Main Zone or a Separate
Zone with a base.

All Zones

”. Only available

Scroll to select

Extent ”

Option Menu.

Set Mowing Hours

”/

Scroll to change Mowing
Hours percentage.
The default is 0%.

“Mowing

from the Lawn

Press Go

10%

.

Pause automatic operation when needed

The automatic operation comes enabled by default. If you need to pause
an automatic operation for any reason, you can do so by pressing STOP
button for 5 seconds while the mower is inside the Base Station. To un­pause an automatic operation, repeat the process.

If you wish to pause an automatic operation in a particular zone, you
can do so via the Program On/Off menu. When Program is set to Off in a
particular zone, the mower will skip the operation in that zone, but will
continue to mow the edge of the entire lawn anyway.

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Manual
operation

Manual Operation is used when you want to start a mowing operation,
regardless of the mowing schedule.

Manual Operation with or without edging

To initiate Manual Operation:

Zone Main Zone A

Scroll to the zone you want
the mower to mow.
Press Go

.

Press

Go

. Scroll to the operation mode

(Edge+Mow or Mow Only).

Go

.

Press

Features ­how to

Adjusting the mowing height

• Lift the Bumper Door at the top of the mower.

• Set the mowing height by turning knob (A) while pushing it down. The

cutting height is displayed to the left of knob (B)

• The mowing height’s range is 20-80 mm (0.8-3 in)

AB

PUSH

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Child Lock

This feature is turned Off by default. To turn this feature on:

Mower

Options

Scroll using the arrows to
select “Child Lock” from
the Mower Option Menu

Press Go.

Child Lock

Off

Scroll to select On/Off.
Press Go.

To temporarily release keys locked:

Press Up arrow, and then Back.
The keys will relock after 30 min. without user intervention.

Anti-Theft / Disabling Device feature

The Anti-Theft / Disabling Device prevents anyone from using or driving
your mower unless they have a valid code to enter. In addition, it sets
off an alarm in the event of unintended removal of the mower from its
designated area. By default, this feature is turned Off. To turn it On for
the first time:

Scroll using the arrows to

Mower

Options

select “Anti-Theft” from
the Mower Option Menu

Anti Theft

On

Scroll to select “On”.
Press Go.

Anti Theft

0 0 0 0 OK

Scroll to set the PIN Code.
Press Go after each digit,
to move to the next one.
Press Go to OK.

Anti Theft

1 0 0 0 OK

Reenter the same 4-digit
PIN Code to confirm.
Press Go to OK.

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Periodic
maintenance

Severe injury and damage hazard!

Always turn the Safety Switch off before lifting the mower. Blades
are very sharp. They can cause severe cuts or lacerations. Always
wear heavy work gloves when working with or around the blades.
NEVER use a damaged or broken blade. NEVER sharpen the blade
manually.

WARNING

Once a month:

• Inspect the underside of the mower. Clean if necessary. Carefully
scrape the collected grass debris (using a small stick or similar
object) from under the mowing deck.

• Check the Perimeter Wire and add pegs where it is loose and not
tight to the ground. In case of seasonal changes in the lawn, make
sure to adjust the wire accordingly.

• Inspect the Base Station, clean it from mud and debris to allow
proper docking.

IMPORTANT!

NEVER use a high pressure water to clean the mower.
Liquids can damage components. Use only a damp or
wet cloth to wipe the surface clean after scraping.

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Winter storage

The mower

• Charge the mower fully in its base

• Switch it off and remove the fuse

• Clean the mower and store it in dry indoor conditions at ambient
temperatures above 0˚C.

Base Station

• No winter storage is required for a Base Station. It can be left on the
lawn during the winter period.

• It is recommended to disconnect the Power Supply from the mains
during the winter storage period.

Winter service

• To allow better maintenance and to keep your mower in good
condition, it is recommended to bring it to a certified dealer for
service prior to winter storage.

• Winter service includes operations like cleaning the mower’s parts
and mowing deck, checking for worn parts (such as blades, drive
wheels and other moving parts) and replacing them if required,
testing the mower’s functions and safety components, checking the
battery, and uploading a latest software version, possibly including
newly added features.

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Troubleshooting

Message
Displayed

Cross
Outside

Stuck In
Place

Check Mow
Height

Check
Power

No Wire
Signal /
Waiting for
Signal

Probable Cause / Event

The Perimeter Wire is too
close to the edge.

The lawn slope near the
edge is too big and causes
the mower to slip outside.

The lawn’s edge is too
bumpy.

The mower got stuck in
place. It cannot continue
driving.

Mowing system is in
overload due to very tall
grass or an obstacle that is
stuck or wrapped around
the blades.

There is a temporary power
cut.

The Power Supply unit is
not plugged in properly.

There is no charging source
detected.

Power Supply unit is
unplugged or there is a
temporary power cut.

Signal generator may need
to be restarted.

The Perimeter Wire is not
connected to the Base
Station.

The Perimeter Wire is cut. Check for cuts in the Perimeter Wire.

Corrective Action

Move the wire towards the inner side of
the lawn.

Do not include areas with very steep
slopes.

Fill holes and pits along the edge till
level with the ground.

Check the ground for holes or
indentations. Fill it with some earth.

Check if the Perimeter Wire is not
too close to the edge. Move the wire
towards the inner side of the lawn.

Switch off the Safety Switch and inspect
the blades. Remove any foreign object
or excessive clogging inside the mowing
deck.

Raise the mowing height and switch the
TurboMode on.

Confirm that the Power Supply unit is
plugged in into mains.

Confirm the Power Supply is plugged in.

Clean the charging contacts on
the Base Station and verify proper
connection of the Base Station to the
Power Supply unit.

Make sure the Base Station is
connected to the mains supply.

Disconnect the Power Supply from the
mains supply and reconnect after 10
seconds.

Check the connection of the Perimeter
Wire to the Base Station.

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Frequently
asked questions

Mower does not dock properly and sometimes misses Base
Station’s contacts

The entrance to the Base Station is not flat. Fill some ground
to flatten the lawn around the Base Station to allow smooth
entrance. Make sure the Perimeter Wire is straight and
centered all the way under the Base Station.

The rain sensor stopped working

After a certain period of time in outdoor conditions the rain
sensor’s pins may become oxidized and thus less sensitive to
rain. Try to scrubbing the pins with a rugged damp or scotch.

Poor quality of mowing

The blades may be dull. Switch off the Safety Switch and try
swapping between blades or replacing them. Use heavy gloves
when inspecting blades.
The grass may be wet. For the best cut, operate the mower
when the grass is dry. It is recommended not to mow in the
early morning hours.

Patchy and uneven mowing

Minimize Inactive Time to allow the mower to complete
Mowing Cycle quicker. If it is the fast growing season - reduce
the time between mowing cycles via the Mowing Frequency
setting. Increase the allocated mowing time via the Mowing

Hours setting to compensate for the lawn’s shape complexity.

Mower does not depart from base for a long time

Press and hold the UP for 1 second while the mower is in the
Base Station. The non-depart reason code will be displayed
for 3 seconds. Refer to our online Help Center for a detailed
description of non-depart codes.

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