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Original Operating Instructions (EN)
RC304u / RC308u / RC312u and
RC304 Pro / RC306 / RC308 Pro /
RC312 Pro S models
KLIMASKLEP, ul. Orzechowa 3, 72-010 Przęsocin (koło Szczecina)
tel.: (91) 432-43-42, tel.: (91) 432-43-49
2017A
e-mail: sklep@klimasklep.pl, www: www.KlimaSklep.pl

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  • Page 1 Operation and safety manual Original Operating Instructions (EN) RC304u / RC308u / RC312u and RC304 Pro / RC306 / RC308 Pro / RC312 Pro S models KLIMASKLEP, ul. Orzechowa 3, 72-010 Przęsocin (koło Szczecina) tel.: (91) 432-43-42, tel.: (91) 432-43-49 2017A e-mail: sklep@klimasklep.pl, www: www.KlimaSklep.pl...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.1 Introduction ..........................1.2 Warning Decal Definitions ..................... 1.3 Safety Warnings & Precautions ..................... 1.4 Robomow Safety Features ....................Chapter 2 – Know Your Robomow® ......................2.1 What’s in the Box ........................2.2 How Robomow Works For You ....................2.3 Robomow Features ........................

  • Page 3: Chapter 1 - Introduction And Safety

    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.

  • Page 4: Warning Decal Definitions

    ® away from the area where Robomow is being operated. ® 5. Risk of injury from Robomow cutting blades. Keep hands and feet away and do not lift Robomow from the ® ground. 6. Activate the disabling device before working on or lifting Robomow (see section 1.4)
  • Page 5 2. Do not dispose of Robomow or any other part of it (including the Power Box, Base Station and Perimeter Switch) as unsorted municipal waste – it should be collected separately.

  • Page 6: Robomow Safety Features

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

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - Know Your Robomow

    Operating & Safety Manual RoboRuler Used for measuring the distance of Robomow® the Perimeter Wire from the lawn edge. Base Station Used by Robomow to dock and Wire Pegs* Used for securing the wire to the charge when it is not mowing. ground.

  • Page 8: How Robomow Works For You

    • Robomow is a robotic lawn mower powered by a rechargable battery. It leaves its Base Station at scheduled mowing times. Robomow mows the lawn and then drives back to the Base Station to be charged and ready for its next scheduled mowing.

  • Page 9: Robomow Features

    2.3 Robomow Features • Simple One-Time Setup – Robomow requires a simple one time setup, which can easily be done by the consumer. Robomow recognizes the wire using special sensors, and makes sure it always stays inside the designated area. Essential accessories are supplied with the product.

  • Page 10: Chapter 3 - Planning Ahead

    Robomow. After set, the wire will becomes invisible under the growth of new grass. As soon as Robomow starts operating a signal that runs along the Perimeter Wire keeps Robomow within its working zones and away from preset demarcated areas.
  • Page 11 Is your grass area one continuous area? o Are parts of your lawn separated from the Main Zone? o Is there a Narrow Pass of at least 1m (3.3 ft.) for Robomow to drive between these zones? o Is this Narrow Pass firm, in one level and smooth (not stony, sandy or elevated)? F or example: grass area, sidewalk, firm path, solid ground.

  • Page 12: Select Base Station Location

    3.1.4 Types of Separated Zone setups: A Separated Zone smaller than 70 m² (750 ft²) o Separated area that is smaller Separated Zone Smaller than 70 m² (750 ft²) than 70 m² (750 ft²) can be covered in a single operation, thus, if possible, the separated area may be connected to the 2 Wires under...
  • Page 13 Later you will have the opportunity to adjust the Base Station position to confirm smooth entry. B. Outside the lawn • Choose a place outside the lawn where you want Robomow to dock and charge. • Confirm the path between the lawn and the outside Min. 10cm (4”) area is smooth with no height difference, so Robomow will not get stuck and will follow the wire smoothly.

  • Page 14: Select Power Box Location

    3.4.1 Objects inside lawn  Objects such as flower beds, ponds, or small trees can be protected by creating “Perimeter Islands”, which are demarcated areas of the lawn, where Robomow should not enter.  In the areas where obstacles are grouped closely together, they should be demarcated by a single, continuous Perimeter Island.
  • Page 15 Slope inside the lawn  Robomow can mow areas inside the working area with a slope of up to 35% (35cm rise per 1m).  Tip: If the mower tilts off the ground while climbing a slope, it is too steep. Exclude this steep area from Robomow’s cutting area.

  • Page 16: Chapter 4 - Initial Setup

    You can charge the Robomow battery while running the setup Safety Switch of the Perimeter Wire. This will ensure that Robomow will be ready for operation when the setup is completed. • The power of the mower is switched off when shipped from the factory.
  • Page 17 Peg the beginning of the wire to the ground, where the Base • Station will be located. Pegs are supplied in the Robomow’s box. • Pull out 30 cm (12 inches) of wire and leave it loose near the Base Station location.
  • Page 18 • If the working area borders against a flat path that lies level with the lawn, it is possible to allow Robomow to run over the path. The Perimeter Wire should then be laid 10 cm (4 inches) from the edge of the path.

  • Page 19: Perimeter Wire Within The Working Area

    Robomow will not recognize these two wires. It will mow over them as if they do not exist. Robomow will recognize the single blocking wire around the Perimeter Island and will not enter this area.
  • Page 20 The pass has to be at least 1.2 m (4 ft.) wide to allow Robomow to drive through it.
  • Page 21 If the passage is WIDER than 1.5m: If the Narrow Pass is wider than 1.5m (5 ft.), and you want Robomow to mow the area inside the Narrow Pass, then you can set the wire as shown in the figure below. Such a setup allows the mower to mow inside the Narrow Pass while mowing the inner part of the lawn, but prevents it from crossing between the zones.

  • Page 22: Fastening Perimeter Wire To The Ground

    4.3.4 Using Sub-Zones as Remote Starting Points There are cases when a Main Zone has two or more big parts connected by a wide (more than 2 meters) passage, like a front and a back yards. In order to ensure proper coverage of all Main Zone’s parts in such cases, you may want the mower to occasionally start mowing at some specific point (other than the Base Station) along the perimeter wire. We call these points – Remote Starting Points. Setting a Remote Starting Point can be done by defining (adding) a Sub-Zone at the desired place (see section 6.4.2, P022-P023).

  • Page 23: Back At The Base Station - Completing The Perimeter Wire Setup

    Robomow. (See Section 11.6 – Splicing the Perimeter Wire). Use only the wire connectors supplied with Robomow. Neither Twisted cables, nor a screw terminal insulated with insulation tape are a satisfactory splice.

  • Page 24: Placement And Connection Of The Base Station

    Placement and connection of the Base Station Place the Base Station on the Perimeter Wire as shown in the figure to the right. Align the center of the Base Station on the wire. Connect the green connector of the perimeter wire to the Base Station as shown below, while keeping the right polarity: After the Base Station has been positioned, insert 2 stakes into the Base Station holes as shown in the figure...
  • Page 25 4.7.1 At the Power Box Location: • Connect the DC Cable from the Power Box to Automatic Docking Indicator Operation the 15 m (50 ft.) Extension Cable. • Connect the Power Box to a regular power outlet (230V / 120V). The Docking Indicator will light up if the mower is in the Base Station.

  • Page 26: Setup In None-Base Zone

    • The Perimeter Switch is supplied with an indoor power supply. Choose a location close to a regular power outlet (230V / 120V). Note: a rechargeable battery for the Perimeter Switch is available as an accessory (See Chapter 12 – Robomow Accessories). 4.8.2 Perimeter Switch placing options •...
  • Page 27 • Once completing the Perimeter Wire loop, lay the wire back 2 wires under the towards the Perimeter Switch. same peg • At the end of the Perimeter Wire loop, you have now two wires. Lay the two loose wires in the direction of the Perimeter Switch location and peg them to the ground using a single peg for both.
  • Page 28 • Hold the Perimeter Switch and squeeze its side tabs (1) to remove it from the back cover (2). • Connect the Power Supply plug to the Perimeter Switch board. Replace the cover. • Connect the power supply to a regular power outlet (230V / 120V).

  • Page 29: Chapter 5 - Preparing Robomow

    Chapter 5 – Preparing Robomow Before using Robomow for the first time, you have to perform some simple preliminary settings. Once the preparations are complete, your Robomow will be ready to mow your lawn. 5.1 Adjust the Cutting Height Safety Switch Blade Cutting Range: 15 – 60 mm (0.6 – 2.4 inches) To adjust the cutting height of the blade, do the following:...
  • Page 30 U029 Perimeter Wire has been connected in the opposite direction. Swap the wires at the plot connector. • Robomow will enter the Base Station, drive back, wait in front of U002 Peg Base the Base Station, and display Reposition Base Station)
  • Page 31 • U003 is displayed Test Wire Position press OK • Robomow will follow the wire along the edge to test the wire position. Walk alongside Robomow while it is following the edge. Having completed the process, Robomow will enter the Base Station and the setup process will be completed.

  • Page 32: Chapter 6 - Operation

    When the battery is fully charged, Robomow will automatically depart from the Base Station. It will mow the lawn. It will start searching for the Base Station, when the battery level gets low (Robomow will not mow when it is searching for the Base Station).

  • Page 33: Manual Operation

    Manual Operation is used when you want to manually send the mower to mow your lawn, regardless the Automatic Operation’s schedule. To initiate Manual Operation, while Robomow is at the Base Station, press one of the buttons (except the STOP button) to show the display.

  • Page 34: Menu Options

    The default value of this setting is 100% and it can be changed from 50% to 150%. Example: a value of 120%, means that Robomow will run 20% more hours on the lawn. 6.4.1.3 Inactive Time – Set times when the mower will be inactive. Inactive operating times can be set for specific day(s) of the week, and for specific hours for all days in the week.
  • Page 35 • The default mowing frequency is Medium (equivalent to two mowing cycles in a week). It means that Robomow will complete the entire mowing of your lawn twice a week. • The numbers in the menu represent the following values of mowing frequency: 1 –...
  • Page 36 P003 behavior can be turned off. (Default = • This menu is not available for RC304u and RC304 Pro models. • For all other models, the Near Wire Follow feature can be enabled and configured for a Sub-Zone as well. • The maximum distance Robomow will drive from the wire when returning to the Base Station.
  • Page 37 2 – MEDIUM (Default = 3 – HIGH • The higher the Sensitivity setting, the more sensitive Robomow is to rain detection. • Edging is a special mode, in which Robomow follows the perimeter wire for complete and accurate mowing of the lawn edges.
  • Page 38 Screen Setting Description Options • Enables the pairing process between your Robomow and Bluetooth Remote an outdoor Bluetooth Remote Control that is available as an P019 Control Pairing accessory (Refer to Paragraph 12 Accessories). Last Termination • Enables the Behavior View of the special display (may be required...

  • Page 39: Operation In A Non-Base Zone

    Inactive Hours. 6.5 Operation in a Non-Base Zone (using a Perimeter Switch) In order for Robomow to operate in a Non-Base Zone, the Perimeter Switch has to be turned on and the mower should be inside the active perimeter area.

  • Page 40: Chapter 7 - Using The Power Box

    If Robomow is currently in the process of mowing: - Robomow will complete the current mowing cycle. - After completing the current mowing cycle, Robomow will stay in the Base Station and will not start another mowing cycle. • To Enable the Automatic Operation...

  • Page 41: Chapter 8 - Charging

    Green is lit constantly – Battery is fully charged. • Remove Robomow from its Base Station. Turn the Safety Switch off and store the mower in room temperature. • If the mower is stored for more than 3 months, it is required to recharge the battery every 3 months till the Battery indicator shows it is fully charged.

  • Page 42: Chapter 9 - Troubleshooting And User Messages

    This display stays on for 5 minutes. If you arrive later, the display will be blank. • To wake Robomow up and see the last error code displayed prior to stopping, press the OK button on the mower. The following table displays all Error Codes and gives possible causes and corrective actions:...
  • Page 43 Switch off the Safety Switch, raising the front end: Remove or exclude the object from the mowing area. - If Robomow is being used on a slope too steep for safe mowing, exclude this from the - The Front Wheel has left the mowing area.

  • Page 44: Detailed Error Codes

    Display Message Probable Cause/Event Corrective Actions - The mowing motor has been - No need for action – Robomow will renew Mow Overheat working under a severe load for too automatically the operation after the mowing 0010 long.
  • Page 45 Check power - See E4 in the above table 0023 - Adjust the Base Station position. - Robomow fails to enter the Base Base problem 0026 - Clean the contacts with a brush or piece of Station several consecutive times.

  • Page 46: User Messages

    Waiting for the signal… There may be an electrical power interruption. Robomow has stopped the operation. It does not There is no need to do anything. Robomow will U086 detect a signal. renew operation as soon as the power is back Mow motor overheat, Cooling…...

  • Page 47: Basic Troubleshooting

    Mowing Frequency (refer to Section 6.4.2 – P001). - For best cut, operate Robomow when the grass - The grass is wet and causes is dry. Do no to mow in the early morning hours. accumulation of grass clippings around - Switch Off the Safety Switch and use heavy the blade.
  • Page 48 - Minimize the Inactive Time windows to allow - The time between operations is too long Robomow to complete the Mowing Cycle faster because of long inactive time windows. and to achieve even mowing results. - If it is during a fast growing season – change - Grass is growing very fast.
  • Page 49 - If there was no any raining at all, consider last 30 minutes. adjusting rain sensor’s sensitivity (see P008 in Section 6.4.2) or call Robomow Hotline The mower is switched off Switch on the Safety Switch User response (interaction) is required in order to...

  • Page 50: Chapter 10 - Product Specification

    The noise at the operator’s ears less than 70 dB Battery Type 26V Lithium (LiFePO4) 26V Lithium (LiFePO4) 26V Lithium (LiFePO4) Anti-Theft / Disabling Device PIN Code Write down your 4-digit Anti-Theft / Disabling Device PIN code. Refer here, if you ever forget the code. _______________________ Robomow Serial Number...

  • Page 51: Chapter 11 - Maintenance And Storage

    The battery is maintenance-free, but has a limited lifetime of 2-4 years. Battery life is dependent on the season length and how many hours Robomow® is used. Thus, it is recommended to change the ‘Mowing Frequency’ (Section 6.4.2 – P001 in the table) when the growth rate of the grass is slower to prolong the lifetime of the mower and the battery.

  • Page 52: Maintenance Of The Blade

    BEFORE SERVICING BLADE! IMPORTANT! After turning off the Safety Switch always reset the current day and time. Failure to do so may result in non- intentional operation of the Robomow. IMPORTANT! Sharpening is not allowed, since it may create unbalance.

  • Page 53: Splicing The Perimeter Wire

    11.6 Splicing the Perimeter Wire If the Perimeter Wire needs to be spliced, use a connector supplied in the Robomow box. It is waterproof and gives a reliable electrical connection. IMPORTANT! Before slicing the Perimeter Wire, disconnect the PowerBox from the power outlet.

  • Page 54: Chapter 12 - Accessories

    Preferable for areas where connected to the Base electricity is not available Station. or not close enough to the Perimeter Switch Free Robomow App GSM Module Enables friendly an (Part No. MRK6100A) intuitive operation of your Enables remote Robomow and opens...

  • Page 55: Chapter 13 - Tips For Maintaining Your Lawn

    Chapter 13 – Tips for maintaining your lawn Robomow® – Lawn care has never been so easy Best time to mow Mow your lawn when the grass is dry. This prevents the clippings from clumping and leaving piles on the lawn. Mow it late in the day rather than during the heat of the day.

  • Page 56: Warranty Card

    (on RC304 Pro, RC308 Pro and RC312 Pro S models purchased in Europe), two years (on RC304u, RC308u and RC312u models purchased in Europe) or one year (on any models purchased in the US). A one-year warranty is given for the batteries, beginning from the date of purchase.
  • Page 57 KLIMASKLEP ul. Orzechowa 3 72-010 Przęsocin (koło Szczecina) tel.: (91) 432-43-42 e-mail: sklep@klimasklep.pl www: www.KlimaSklep.pl...

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