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  • Page 1 The expert for robots in your home With one click to the online shop myRobotcenter.eu myRobotcenter.co.uk myRobotcenter...
  • Page 2 Operator's manual SILENO (R100Li), smart SILENO (R100LiC), SILENO+ (R130Li, R160Li), EN, English smart SILENO+ (R130LiC, R160LiC) Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure that you understand the instructions before you use the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Introduction - troubleshooting.......43 1 Introduction 6.2 Fault messages............43 1.1 Memo..............3 6.3 Information messages..........46 1.2 Product description..........3 6.4 Indicator lamp in the charging station....47 1.3 Product overview............5 6.5 Symptoms............47 1.4 Symbols on the product......... 6 6.6 Find breaks in the loop wire.........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The Product registration key is a valuable document and must be stored in a safe place. This key is necessary for example to register the product on GARDENA's website or unlock the robotic lawnmower in the event of a lost PIN code.
  • Page 5 1.2.4 Movement pattern The movement pattern of the robotic lawnmower is random, which means that a movement pattern is never repeated. With this cutting system the lawn is mown evenly without any mowing lines from the robotic lawnmower. The blades must be in good condition to obtain the best mowing result.

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    34. Smart Gateway LAN-cable (only for GARDENA, 17. Main switch R100LiC, R130LiC and R160LiC) 18. Battery cover 35. Smart Gateway Power Supply (only for GARDENA, 19. Blade disc R100LiC, R130LiC and R160LiC) 307 - 002 - 11.10.2017 Introduction - 5...

  • Page 7: Symbols On The Product

    1.4 Symbols on the product The chassis contains components which are sensitive to electrostatic discharge These symbols can be found on the robotic lawnmower. (ESD). The chassis must also be resealed Study them carefully. in a professional manner. For these WARNING: Read the user in- reasons the chassis shall only be opened structions before operating...

  • Page 8: Safety

    2 Safety 2.1 Safety definitions 2.2 General safety instructions Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out The following system is used in the Operator’s Manual specially important parts of the operator's manual. to make it easier to use: italics is a text that is shown on the •...
  • Page 9 Please read the Operator’s Manual • GARDENA does not guarantee full compatibility carefully and make sure you understand the between the robotic lawnmower and other types of instructions before using the robotic lawnmower.
  • Page 10 2.3.4 In the event of a thunderstorm 3. Carry the robotic lawnmower by the handle under the robotic lawnmower with the blade disc away from the body. To reduce the risk of damage to electrical components in the robotic lawnmower and its charging station, we recommend that all connections to the charging station are disconnected (power supply, boundary wire and guide wires) if there is a risk of a thunderstorm.

  • Page 11: Installation

    GARDENA R100Li/LiC, R130Li/LiC, R160Li/LiC This operator's manual covers SILENO and SILENO+ Smart Gateway power √ products. Within the SILENO family you find R100Li and supply R100LiC. Within the SILENO+ family you find R130Li, R130LiC, R160Li and R160LiC. The C in the model 3.1.1 Main components for installation...

  • Page 12: Preparations

    Draw on the sketch where the boundary and guide wires should be routed. 3.3 Charging station Visit www.gardena.com for further descriptions and tips The charging station has 3 functions: regarding installation. • To send control signals along the boundary wire.
  • Page 13 Do not put the charging station in confined spaces or in a corner. This can make it difficult for the robotic mower to find the charging station. 3.3.2 Connecting the power supply Consider the following when planning where to place the The charging station must be positioned on relatively power supply: level ground.
  • Page 14 The low voltage cable must never be stored in a coil or under the charging station's base plate as this can interfere with the signals from the charging station. 3. Connect the power supply’s power cable to a 100-240V wall socket. If the power supply is connected to an electrical socket outdoors, this must Connecting the be approved for outdoor use.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    3.4 Charging the battery When the charging station is connected, it is possible to charge the robotic lawnmower. Set the main switch to position Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station 10 cm / 4" while the boundary and guide wires are being laid. 0 cm / 0"...
  • Page 16 to excessive wear on the robotic lawnmower. About 15 robotic lawnmower from ending up outside the cm of the lawn along the ditch/kerbstone will not be working area under any circumstance. mown. min. 15 cm / 6" 20 cm / 8" 1-5 cm / 0.4-2"...
  • Page 17 0-15% 0-15 cm / 0-6" 100 cm / 40" 3.5.3.1 Secondary areas If the working area consists of two areas which the The boundary wire should not be laid across a slope that robotic lawnmower has difficulty travelling between, it is is steeper than 15%.
  • Page 18 • Use a hammer to knock the pegs into the ground. Exercise care when knocking the pegs and make sure the wire is not under strain. Avoid sharp bends. If the boundary wire is to be buried: • Make sure to lay the boundary wire at a minimum of 1 cm and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Boundary Wire

    2. Press the connectors together using a pair of pliers. Press until you hear a click. 3.5.4.3 Splicing the boundary wire CAUTION: Twinned cables, or a screw terminal block that is insulated with insulation tape are not satisfactory splices. Soil moisture will cause the wire to oxidise and after a time result in a 3.
  • Page 20 the connection from the guide wire to the boundary loop. 2. Tilt the top cover on the charging station forward and run the guide wire through one of two channels marked GUIDE leading to the guide connection. 3. Fit a connector to the guide wire in the same way as Connecting the boundary for the boundary wire in wire on page 18 .

  • Page 21: Checking The Installation

    3.8 Checking the installation wire as outlined in the previous description. See Laying the boundary wire on page 17 . Check the loop signal by inspecting the indicator lamp on the charging station. Indicator lamp in the charging station on page 47 if the lamp does not indicate a solid or flashing green light.

  • Page 22: Menu Structure

    • The START button is used to activate the robotic lawnmower. This is normally the last button to be pressed before closing the hatch. • The BACK and OK buttons are used to navigate in the menu. The OK button is also used to confirm settings.

  • Page 23: Timer

    In addition, the grass and other devices in GARDENA smart benefits from resting completely during at least a three- system, such as Water Controls and day period once a month.
  • Page 24 • Suggested time interval shows a time interval that corresponds to the required work hours per day. 3.12.1 Timer suggestions GARDENA R100Li, R100LiC Work area Work days per week Work hours per day Suggestion of time interval...

  • Page 25: Sensorcontrol

    lawnmower will automatically spend less time on the lawn. The first mowing cycle of the day will however always be completed. After that, SensorControl will decide whether to continue or not. For optimal SensorControl performance, it is recommended to only deselect the times when the robotic lawnmower must not operate.

  • Page 26: Security

    Make sure that the smart robotic lawnmower is fully Through this selection, settings relating to security and installed before you include it into the GARDENA smart the connection between the robotic lawnmower and the Installation on page 10 . It is important system app.

  • Page 27: Installation

    Low and Medium security prohibits access to the robotic 3.15.2.2 Change PIN code High security lawnmower if the PIN code is unknown. Enter the new PIN code and press OK. Confirm by also includes a warning that beeps if the correct PIN entering the same code again and pressing OK.
  • Page 28 number of times it leaves the charging station. At all other times, the robotic lawnmower starts to mow at the Lawn coverage charging station. Select the percentage that corresponds to the size of the How? Area 1, 2 or 3 remote area relative to the total working area.
  • Page 29 3.16.1.7 How to measure the distance to a remote area allows the robotic lawnmower to vary the distance from the wire depending on where in the working area it is 1. Park the robotic lawnmower in the charging station. located. It automatically makes the corridor narrower in Area 1, 2 or 3 >...

  • Page 30: Settings

    3.16.2.4 Exit angles > Sectors The robotic lawnmower can be set for 1 or 2 exit sectors. If the charging station is placed in a passage, 2 SETTINGS exit angles, for instance 70° - 110° and 250° - 290°, can ECO mode be used.
  • Page 31 3.17.2.3 Country With this function you can select in what country the Time & Date Set time robotic lawnmower will work. Set date Place the cursor at the required country and press OK. Time format 3.17.2.4 Reset all user settings Date format This function allows you to reset the robotic lawnmower to the factory default settings.

  • Page 32: Menu Structure Overview

    Exclude Status device Connected Yes/No Signal strength Good Poor Security Advanced Security level New loop Change Medium High signal PIN code * GARDENA R130Li, R130LiC, R160Li, R160LiC ** GARDENA R100LiC, R130LiC, R160LiC 307 - 002 - 11.10.2017 Installation - 31...

  • Page 33: Menu Structure Overview

    3.19 Menu structure overview Installation Lawn Advanced coverage Area 1-3 Disable Corridor Exit Reversing Drive How? More width angles distance far? often? past wire Test Reset Settings ECO mode General On/Off Reset all Time & Language Country About date user setting Set time Set date Time format...

  • Page 34: Yard Layout Examples

    The recommended timer settings in the following examples are applicable to R100Li, R100LiC unless otherwise stated. There is more installation help on www.gardena.com. Select country, then enter the supportpages for more information and videos. Note: The default settings for the robotic lawnmower have been chosen to work in as many different gardens as possible.
  • Page 35 3.20.3 L-shaped garden with a couple of islands and the charging station installed in the narrow area Area 800 m Timer R100Li, R100LiC 07:00 - 24:00, Monday to Sunday R130Li, R130LiC, R160Li, R160LiC 08:00 - 22:00, Monday to Sunday Lawn coverage Area 1: How? Guide How far? X m...
  • Page 36 3.20.5 Unsymmetrical working area with a narrow passage and a number of islands Area 800 m Timer R100Li, R100LiC 07:00 - 24:00, Monday to Saturday R130Li, R130LiC, R160Li, R160LiC 2 m / 7 ft 08:00 - 22:00, Monday to Saturday Lawn coverage Factory setting Remarks...
  • Page 37 3.20.7 A secondary area Area 500 + 100 m Timer R100Li, R100LiC: 08:00 - 20:30, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday R130Li, R130LiC, R160Li, R160LiC: 08:00 - 18:30, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Lawn coverage Factory setting Remarks The secondary area is cut using the Secondary area mode on Wednesday and Sunday.

  • Page 38: Operation

    4 Operation 4.1 Main switch Note: Always press the START button before closing the hatch to start the robotic lawnmower. WARNING: Read the safety instructions carefully before you start your robotic lawnmower. 4.3 Operating mode - Start When the START button has been pressed the following operation selections can be selected.

  • Page 39: Stop

    4.7.3 Example 1 The times used in this example are applicable to GARDENA R130Li, R130LiC, but the principle is the same for the other models. Always switch the robotic lawnmower off using the main Timer setting, Period 1: 00:00 - 22:00.

  • Page 40: Charge A Flat Battery

    4.8 Charge a flat battery When the GARDENA robotic lawnmower is new or has been stored for a long period, the battery will be flat and needs to be charged before starting. WARNING: Only charge the robotic lawnmower using a charging station which is intended for it.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    For better operating reliability and longer service life: check and clean the robotic lawnmower regularly and replace worn parts if necessary. All maintenance and servicing must be done according to GARDENA's Guarantee terms on page 54 . instructions. See When the robotic lawnmower is first used, the blade disc and blades should be inspected once a week.

  • Page 42: Software Update

    5.4 Software update If service is done by a local GARDENA representative then available software updates are downloaded to the CAUTION: The battery must be charged fully robotic lawnmower by the service technician.

  • Page 43: Winter Service

    9. Carefully cross-tighten the four screws for the battery cover (Torx 20). 5.6 Winter service Take your robotic lawnmower to a local GARDENA representative for service prior to winter storage. Regular winter service will maintain the robotic lawnmower in good condition and create the best conditions for a new season without any disruptions.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    6.2 Fault messages Below a number of fault messages are listed which may be shown in the display of the robotic lawnmower. Contact your local GARDENA representative if the same message appears often. Message Cause...
  • Page 45 Wrong PIN code Wrong PIN code has been entered. Five at- Enter the correct PIN code. Contact your lo- tempts are permitted, and the keypad is then cal GARDENA representative if you forget the blocked for five minutes. PIN code. No drive...
  • Page 46 Message Cause Action Stuck in charging sta- There is an object in the way of the robotic Remove the object. tion lawnmower preventing it from leaving the charging station. Upside down The robotic lawnmower is leaning too much Turn the robotic lawnmower the right way up. or has turned over.

  • Page 47: Information Messages

    6.3 Information messages Below a number of information messages are listed which may be shown in the display of the robotic lawnmower. Contact your local GARDENA representative if the same message appears often. Message Cause Action...

  • Page 48: Indicator Lamp In The Charging Station

    If your robotic lawnmower does not work as expected, follow the symptoms guide below. There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on www.gardena.com which provides more detailed answers to a number of standard questions. Contact your local GARDENA representative if you still cannot find the reason for the fault.

  • Page 49: Find Breaks In The Loop Wire

    Symptoms Cause Action The robotic lawnmow- The robotic lawnmower searches for the No action. The blade disc does not rotate er runs, but the blade charging station. when the robotic lawnmower is searching for disc does not rotate. the charging station. Clean The robotic lawnmow- Grass or other foreign object blocks the blade...
  • Page 50 Indicator lamp in the charging boundary loop. See To rectify the fault you will need boundary wire, station on page 47 . connector(s) and coupler(s): a) If the suspected boundary wire is short then it is easiest to exchange all of the boundary wire between AL and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire (thick black line).
  • Page 51 Continue until only a very short section of the wire remains which is the difference between a solid green light and a flashing blue light. Then follow instruction in step 5 below. 4. If indicator lamp still flashes blue in step 3 above: Put AL and G1 back in their original positions.

  • Page 52: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    You can also hang the For removal the battery from the robotic lawnmower see robotic lawnmower on a GARDENA original wall hanger. Replacing battery on page 41 . Contact your local GARDENA representative for more information about available wall hangers.

  • Page 53: Technical Data

    8 Technical data 8.1 Technical data Data R100Li, R100LiC R130Li, R130LiC R160Li, R160LiC Model series SILENO, smart SILENO SILENO+, smart SILENO+ SILENO+, smart SILENO+ Dimensions Length, cm Width, cm Height, cm Weight, kg Electrical system Battery, Lithium-Ion 584 85 28-01, 584 85 28-02 18 V/2.1 Ah Art.No...
  • Page 54 Data R100Li, R100LiC R130Li, R130LiC R160Li, R160LiC Mowing Cutting system 3 pivoted cutting blades Blade motor speed, 2300 2300 2300 Power consumption during cutting, W +/- 20 % Cutting height, cm Cutting width, cm Narrowest possible passage, cm Maximum angle for cutting area, % Maximum angle for boundary wire, %...

  • Page 55: Warranty

    The blades are seen as disposable and are not covered by the guarantee. If an error occurs with your GARDENA robotic lawnmower, please contact your local GARDENA representative for further instructions. Please have the receipt and the robotic lawnmower’s serial number at...

  • Page 56: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    VI to the Council’s Directive of May 8, 2000 “relating to noise emissions into the environment” 2000/14/EC. The certificate is numbered: 01/901/259 for GARDENA R100Li, R100LiC, R130Li and R130LiC. Certificate numbered for GARDENA R160Li and R160 LiC. •...
  • Page 57 Copyright © 2017 Husqvarna. All rights reserved. GARDENA and other product and feature names are trademarks of the Husqvarna Group. All measurements quoted are approximate. www.gardena.com Original instructions 1158950-26 2017-10-16...

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