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Original user instructions
Robotic Mower
RK1000, RK1000 Pro, RK2000,
RK2000 Pro, RK3000 Pro, RK4000 Pro

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE Original user instructions Robotic Mower RK1000, RK1000 Pro, RK2000, RK2000 Pro, RK3000 Pro, RK4000 Pro...

  • Page 2: Safety First

    Safety First IMPORTANT! READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Safe Operating Practices Symbol Definitions Safety Features Annex A – Battery removal instructions This product is an autonomous robotic mower, powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and includes a base station.

  • Page 3: Safety Guidelines

    in terms of Directives 2006/42/EC and 2014/53/EU. It may describe models that are not available in your country. Please note the terminology below when using this guide. Front and rear of the mower: The front is the opposite side to the (red) STOP button. It is the direction of travel of the mower and where the passive wheel/s are located.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information WARNING It is your responsibility to: • Restrict the use of this mower to persons who have read, understood and follow the warnings and instructions in this guide and in the mower • Inform your neighbours that you have a robot mower in operation and that they may be injured if they access your lawn during operation DANGER Always connect the power supply to the indoor, weather-protected power...

  • Page 5: Safe Operating Practices

    Safe Operating Practices A. General Information Read, understand and follow all instructions on the mower and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. Familiarise yourself with all controls and their proper operation.

  • Page 6: Operation

    C. Operation WARNING Do not allow the mower to operate unattended if you know that there are or may be pets, children or people in the vicinity. Your robotic mower is a dangerous power tool. Exercise care when operating it and follow all safety instructions and warnings.
  • Page 7 If the power supply is installed outdoors, do not operate or disconnect it when the temperature falls below 0°C or rises above 40°C to avoid the risk of fire. Steer the mower manually only when it is within your range of vision. Stay within 6 metres of the mower when you are operating it manually.

  • Page 8: Remote Operation

    F. Remote Operation Refer to the separate operator’s manual provided with the downloadable app. Follow all warnings and instructions provided. Always operate the mower according to the app instructions while standing away from the mower. Keep a safe distance between you and the mower when it is in operation. Always stop mower operation before approaching it for any reason.

  • Page 9: Slope Operation

    H. Slope Operation All slopes require extra caution. If you feel that the mower cannot maintain traction on a slope, the slope is too steep to mow. Wet grass will decrease traction and may cause the mower to slip and slide on the slope.
  • Page 10 J. Winter Storage The Mower Fully charge the mower in its base station. Turn the mower off. Clean the mower and store it in dry indoor conditions at an ambient temperatures above 0°C. Base Station There are no special winter storage instructions for the base station. It can be left on the lawn during the winter.

  • Page 11: Symbol Definitions

    Symbol Definitions Symbol Description WARNING — READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand and follow all the safety rules and instructions in the manual(s) and on the mower before attempting to operate this mower. Failure to comply with this information may result in personal injury or death. Keep this manual in a safe location for future and regular reference.

  • Page 12: Safety Features

    Safety Features WARNING Your mower is equipped with numerous in-built safety features. However, the mower remains a hazardous device with sharp blades, which can cause serious injury to anyone who comes into contact with it. Being on the lawn while the mower is operational is strictly prohibited.
  • Page 13 B. Anti-Theft Device (code-protected disabling device) The anti-theft 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 that you activate this feature to prevent operation of the mower by children or people who are unfamiliar with the mower or not permitted to use it.
  • Page 14 Annex A – Battery removal instructions Remove the disabling device. Turn the mower off by pressing and holding the GO button for 2 seconds. Insert the key into the slot and rotate left by 90°, then pull the door halfway up until it stops Rotate the key backwards by 45°...
  • Page 15 Let’s get started. Can’t wait to mow your lawn.
  • Page 16 Welcome to a friendly home Congratulations 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 automatically depart from its Base Station on predetermined days and times, mow your lawn and return to its Base Station for charging.
  • Page 17 Good-looking healthy lawns are achieved by consistent mowing, which is exactly what your Robomow provides. After following the installation instructions, you will be ready to enjoy your free time, while your new friend looks after your lawn.

  • Page 18: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box The product Base Station Base Station Stakes Your new Robotic Mower This is where the mower For affixing the Base recharges itself Station to the ground Perimeter Wire* Power Supply Extension Cable Marks the working area for The power supply for 15 m (50 ft) low voltage the mower...
  • Page 19 Wheels cleaners Safety Guide Tools Getting started guide RoboRuler For measuring the Perimeter Wire’s distance from the lawn’s edge Tools required for installation Ready? Let’s begin...
  • Page 20 So where are we heading? Correct installation of your mower will ensure maximum results. This is what it takes to prepare it to do a perfect job for you: Base Station location Choose Base Station location Lay the wire Lay out the “virtual boundary” Soft Obstacles How to protect soft obstacles Hard Obstacles...
  • Page 21 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...
  • Page 22 Type C Main Zone + Separated Zone Main 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. Separated Zone Type D Main Zone + Sub Zone + Separated Zone Some areas of your lawn are connected...

  • Page 23: Base Station Location

    Base Station Location 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. Where should you place your Base Station? Consideration A...
  • Page 24 Consideration C A minimum of 3 m (10 ft) of straight wire in front of the Base Station and a min. of 1 m (3 ft) behind the Base Station to allow smooth docking Min 1m Min 3m Consideration D In a shady spot Keep a minimum of 1 meter (3.3 ft) from a sprinkler head to avoid damaging the mower’s internal components...

  • Page 25: How To Install The Base Station

    Consideration E Make sure the ground is even and flat, and that there is no slope How to install the Base Station? ORIENTATION Place the Base Station according to the image below...
  • Page 26 DISTANCE FROM EDGE Use the ruler to install the wire in the correct distance from the edge of your lawn. When lawn is level with the ground use 1st distance of the ruler If there is a drop where the lawn ends use the 2nd distance of the ruler If there is a ‘wall’...
  • Page 27 PEG BASE After choosing the proper location, secure the Base Station to the ground using the provided stakes. Be careful not to damage irrigation pipes when hammering down the stakes.

  • Page 28: Plan Ahead

    Plan Ahead 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.
  • Page 29 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. Hard Obstacles Hard obstacles are vertical, rigid and higher than 15 cm (6 in), such as trees...
  • Page 30 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 20% - that is, 20 cm rise per 1 m [8 in rise per 3 ft].
  • Page 31 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 before you start wiring.
  • Page 32 Let’s make a good start Pull out approx. 50 cm (1.6 ft) of wire and peg the beginning of the wire to the ground where you intend to install your Base Station. 50cm Start unwinding the wire counter-clockwise around the lawn, starting at the Base Station’s location.
  • Page 33 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 2-3m/7-10ft and at corners. At this early stage, set a minimal number of pegs.
  • Page 34 When the edge is flat, use the short distance of the RoboRuler. When the edge is a drop, use distance 2 of the ruler When the edge is a wall (more than 2 cm/ 1” above the ground level), use the 3rd distance of the RoboRuler.
  • Page 35 Leave a minimum of 1.2 m (4 ft) if the edge of the lawn borders water. Min 1.2m (4ft) Alternatively, place a physical barrier close to the water. 15cm (0.5ft) • It is not necessary to bury the Perimeter Wire. •...
  • Page 36 Soft Obstacles 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 Keep min. 1.2 m (4 ft) between perimeter wire is lower than 1.2m (4 ft), make islands;...
  • Page 37 Hard Obstacles Protect Hard Obstacles Exclude from the lawn any hard objects that are lower than 15cm. Higher hard objects can be left unprotected inside the lawn Min 15cm...
  • Page 38 Slopes Slopes Your mower can handle any slope up to 45% inside the lawn Max 45% (24° ) 45cm Max 45% (24° )
  • Page 39 Exclude any slope greater then 20% that are on the edge of your lawn to prevent the mower from slipping outside your lawn (especially in wet conditions) < 20% (11°) 20% = H=20cm L = 1m >20% (11°)
  • Page 40 Narrow Pass Recall Your Lawn Type Main Zone Main Zone Main Zone Main Zone Separ. Sub Zone Separated Zone Sub Zone Zone Type A Type B Type C Type D Main Zone only Main Zone + Sub Main Zone + Main Zone + Zone Separated Zone...
  • Page 41 A Narrow Pass connects the Main Zone with a Sub Zone. For passages greater than 2m (6.5 ft), the mower will be able to drive through. > 2m Min 1.5m...
  • Page 42 When a narrow pass is between 1-2m (3-6ft), the wires should be installed in the middle of the path with RoboRuler distance 1 between them to allow the mower to be able to follow the wires in and out of the sub zone. On the entrance to the path from both directions, you should break the corner to 45 degrees so the mower will turn accurately in and out the narrow pass.
  • Page 43 Separated Zone F. How to Wire a Separated Zone Type C / Type D Don’t have a Separated Zone? Skip this section! Extend the Perimeter Wire from the Main Zone, over the obstacle. Two wires under same Base Station...
  • Page 44 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.

  • Page 45: Installation

    Complete the installation Complete Wire Setup Once the Perimeter Wire has been laid completely and you are back to the Base Station, install the last peg aprox. 5cm (2 in) in front of the base. It is very important that the wire will be in-line with the center of the Base Station.
  • Page 46 Open the back door of the Base Station. Slide or install the wire through the designated tunnel and pass it through the opening under the charging connectors until it goes out to the back of the Base Station...
  • Page 47 Install the connector to the tip of the wire as described in the drawings. Cut the wire end, close to the connector.
  • Page 48 Peg the wire to the ground. Twist and wrap the wires so they could fit nicely in Base Station compartment. Connect the wire end marked with ‘A’ to the connector marked with A on the back of the Base Station. Connect the other end to the other connector.

  • Page 49: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Now you should see the LED indication on the Base Station blinking green (if the mower is outside the Base Station), or steady green (if the mower is inside the base). Steady Green Mower in base Steady Red Blinking Green Mower out of base...

  • Page 50: One Time Setup

    One Time Setup Turn the mower on and follow the initial settings to get it ready for work. Set Language, Time and date Language Select your 2 sec Language Welcome screen Next Back Date Set date...
  • Page 51 Time Set time Installation done by... Select who is performing the installation. Test wire position Ensures the robot can follow the wire without obstructions. Your mower will follow the wire and stop wherever an adjustment of the wire position is needed. Follow the instructions on the mower screen.

  • Page 52: Setup Completed

    Main Zone size Set your Main Zone size. Separated zone If you have a separated zone in your lawn, you need to set the separated zone switch to ‘ON’. This will allow you to select “separated zone” from the mower’s home screen to initiate mowing after manually placing the mower in your separated zone.
  • Page 53 Set Cutting Height You can set the cutting height by rotating the Knob right/left. Once done press next. If the grass is high, to get the best cutting results, it is recommended to start high and lower the mowing height gradually over a couple of weeks.
  • Page 54 Annex B - Test wire position 1. While your mower is driving on the wire please observe for the following possible situations: a. Wire too close to obstacles If the mower encounters an obstacle while following the wire, it will maneuver around it.
  • Page 55 2. To test any adjustments you make to the wire, simply press the stop control, and carry the mower to a location on the wire approx. 3m before the area that was adjusted. Send it Home again. Repeat this process as many times, per location and on as many locations as necessary until you are happy with how it navigates the entire perimeter.
  • Page 56 Secure wire Now it’s time to add some pegs along the wire. Using the remaining pegs along the Perimeter Wire, between 0.5m to 1m (1.5ft to 3.3 ft) apart. ~ 2m ~ 50cm...
  • Page 57 A free complementary mobile app will allow you to experience your mower in a whole different way! You can download the Robomow app from Google Play Store (Android) or from Apple AppStore (iOS). After downloading, you can register your mower and enjoy much more.
  • Page 58 Well Done! Now relax, and let your mower do the work.
  • Page 59 Knowing your mower Menu structure Automatic operation Manual operation Features - how to Periodic maintenance Troubleshooting FAQs...
  • Page 60 Knowing your mower In order to fully enjoy your mower, learn about its different parts and messages. Understanding how it works and behaves will lead to its smooth and easy operation. External Parts Interface door Touch STOP control / Sensitive Carrying Handle Bumper Disabling device...
  • Page 61 Blade disk Front wheel Guard wires Mow motor Drive motor Battery door Drive wheel...
  • Page 62 Under the Hood Parts Operation panel On/Off/Go Button Navigation Keypad Return Button Mowing Height Adjustment Knob...
  • Page 63 LCD display Anti-theft /Child lock Time & Date Bluetooth Battery status Select zone Settings Edge mow Previous before operation Mowing Schedule • next operation mowing mode On/Off • charging • automatic depart status...
  • Page 64 Base Station LED indication Steady Green Mower in base Steady Red Blinking Green Mower out of base Blinking Red Orange 4 sec 4 sec Indication Meaning Perimeter wire signal is OK; the mower Steady green is inside the base Perimeter wire signal is OK; the mower Blinking green is outside the base No charging...

  • Page 65: Menu Structure

    Menu structure Mower Options Configure user preferences A/B/C A/B/C Child Lock Lock the keypad to prevent accidental operation Anti - Theft PIN Code protection Time and Date Set date & time Format Select Time format (24/12) and Unit format (meters/feet) Language Change mower’s menu language...
  • Page 66 Sound Turn Sounds on/off Signal Type Change to avoid interference with other robotic mowers around Storage mode Minimizes power consumption during winter or other long periods where mowing is not needed while mower is left on base station. Wire turn mode Allows more efficient mowing operation by enabling smooth, continuous turns at the lawn edge.
  • Page 67 Near Wire Follow Prevents wheel tracks along the same path by driving along the perimeter wire with a dynamic offset (not centred On wire) Separated Zone Allows you to operate the mower in separated zones Edge mow Enable or disable edge mowing on automatic operations Intensive Mowing Temporarily increases the mowing intensity to maximum for 7 days...
  • Page 68 Automatic operation Learn how to configure automatic operation and manually bypass/override it when needed • The Zone Size setting is used by the mower to automatically determine the required mowing time for your lawn, and to recommend a weekly schedule for best results. •...
  • Page 69 • You can split the daily working window into two separate windows if you’d like the mower to stay off the lawn for a time in between. Keep 2 hours gap between the working windows • It’s important to not overly limit your mower’s working time. Keeping the schedule open will allow your mower to better adapt to changing conditions and reach the needed working hours for the week.
  • Page 70 Mowing Hours • Though your Robomow determines a smart schedule based on the size you set for your lawn, you may find the need to adjust from this at times. • The mowing time required to maintain your lawn can very on factors such as: grass type, weather / time of year, sunlight exposure, soil drainage, fertilizing, etc...
  • Page 71 Note: • For best results - It is recommended to not set more than 2 days in a row without mowing. • After the necessary mowing is completed for a given day, the mower will stay in its Base Station until the next working day. •...
  • Page 72 Turning automatic operation on/off • The automatic operation comes disabled by default. • During the one-time setup, the mower will guide you to set your lawn size. When done you will be able to review the offered automatic plan, change it and enable it. •...
  • Page 73 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: Choose between the two operation modes Edge+Mow or Mow. Edge + Mow Select zone Select the zone you want the mower to mow by tapping the select zone...
  • Page 74 Features - how to Adjusting the mowing height • Lift the interface door at the top of the mower. • Set the mowing height by rotating the knob left or right. The cutting height is displayed on the LCD. • The mowing height’s range is 20-100 mm (0.8-4 in)
  • Page 75 Child Lock This feature is turned Off by default. To turn this feature on: Tap the settings icon, then tap the mower icon. Navigate to “Child Lock” and toggle On to enable. After a delay of 10 min without touching the screen or keypads, the mower will become locked.
  • Page 76 Anti-Theft / Lockout The Anti-Theft prevents anyone from using or driving your mower unless they have a valid code to enter. By default, this feature is turned Off. To turn it On for the first time: - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 77 Islands If you have big islands (like ponds or large flower beds) in this zone you can set the ‘Island’ switch on to help the mower find its base more efficiently. Size This is where you set your lawn size. Lawn size is important, as it is being used by your mower to calculate the amount of mowing hours needed.
  • Page 78 Near wire follow Use this feature to reduce wheel tracks along the perimeter when the mower travels back home to the Base Station. It works by allowing the mower to travel at various distances from the wire on each trip instead of always being centered directly over the wire.

  • Page 79: Signal Type

    Intensive mode If at any time during the season, the mower has gotten far behind on coverage (possibly due to being switched off for an extended time, or because of a burst of very fast grass growth, etc...) you can re-enable Intensive Mowing to allow for the mower to catch back up.
  • Page 80 Wire turn mode Allows more efficient mowing operation by enabling smooth, continuous turns at the lawn edge.

  • Page 81: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings Storage mode Minimizes power consumption during winter or other long periods where mowing is not needed while mower is left charging in the base station. Out of the box Will reset all settings to the factory defaults. The one time setup mode will be initiated.
  • Page 82 Periodic maintenance WARNING Severe injury and damage hazard! Always remove the disabling device and power the mower 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.

  • Page 83: Winter Storage

    Winter storage The mower • Turn Schedule Off and charge the mower fully in its base for 24 hours • Remove the disabling device and power the mower off • Clean the mower and store it in dry indoor conditions at ambient temperatures above 0˚C.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Probable Cause / Message Corrective Action Event Displayed Cross Outside The Perimeter Wire is too Move the wire towards the inner side close to the edge. of the lawn. The lawn slope near the edge Do not include areas with very steep is too steep and causes the slopes near the perimeter wire.

  • Page 85: Frequently Asked Questions

    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 before and after the Base Station.
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