Makita RM350D Instruction Manual
Makita RM350D Instruction Manual

Makita RM350D Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
RM350D
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  • Page 1 Robotic Mower INSTRUCTION MANUAL RM350D Original instructions Read before use.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changing and registering the mowing area ......14 TROUBLESHOOTING ............. 33 Scheduling mowing ..............15 Determining the cutting height..........16 INTRODUCTION Specifications Model: RM350D Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Battery capacity 5 Ah Dimensions 700 mm x 560 mm x 270 mm...
  • Page 3: Symbol Marks

    Never operate the machine or peripheral devices with defec- Symbol marks tive guards or shields, without safety devices, or with dam- aged or worn cables. The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equip- 10. Do not connect a damaged cable to a power supply. If a ment.
  • Page 4: Noise

    Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life Never recharge a fully charged battery.
  • Page 5: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Fig.2 Robotic Mower 22. Charging terminal "STOP" button 23. Terminal cover Display cover 24. Station housing Rear wheel 25. Station indicator 26. Wire cover Charging socket 27. Boundary wire Control panel 28. Guide wire Top cover 29. Wire Chassis 30.
  • Page 6: Introduction Of Separately Sold Items

    Introduction of separately sold items CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recom- mended for use with your Makita products specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attach- ment for its stated purpose.
  • Page 7: Things That Should Be Understood Before Use

    Boundary wire LCD screen indication Remaining battery capacity 80 - 100 % The boundary wire defines the area where the Robotic Mower is to perform mowing work. Install the boundary wire around the boundary of the area where the Robotic Mower is to perform mowing work. 60 - 80 % For the installation method, refer to the chapter "Installing the Boundary Wire"...
  • Page 8: How To Use

    HOW TO USE Operations within the LCD screen use the operation keys and Control panel operations numeric keys. The available buttons/keys differ according to the items displayed on the screen. When the "STOP" button is pressed, the display cover opens and the When selection items are arranged side by side control panel can be operated.
  • Page 9: Starting Mowing

    To start mowing at once When entering numbers On the PIN code entry screen and for selection items where values are To start mowing at once, perform the mowing start operation on the entered, enter with the keys and finalize the entry with the key.
  • Page 10: Stopping Mowing

    Stopping mowing There are two methods for stopping mowing as follows. Stop mowing and remain in place (Pause) When the "STOP" button is pressed during operation, the display cover opens and mowing will pause. Fig.16 ► 1. "STOP" button 2. Display cover Stop mowing and return to the charging station (End) Press the "STOP"...
  • Page 11: Setting Menus

    SETTING MENUS Operate the three menu buttons and the keypad on the control panel to set the Robotic Mower in accordance with the application and purpose. This chapter introduces the setting contents in the six menus and their multiple sub menus. Top menu screen that appears after the power is turned on (except when starting up for the first time) Fig.18 Reference...
  • Page 12: Start Mowing Menu

    Select [Auto mowing]. Start Mowing Menu Press the key, and the message [Close the display cover to start mowing.] appears. CAUTION: When starting up the Robotic Mower for the first Close the display cover. time after installing the wires in the work area as advance The Robotic Mower starts mowing.
  • Page 13: Starting Auto Mowing At The Desired Timing (Putting Scheduled Mowing On Hold)

    Turn off its power switch and place the Robotic Mower in the Starting auto mowing at the desired timing (Putting location to start spiral cutting. Then turn on the power switch. scheduled mowing on hold) Press the button on the control panel. [Top menu] >...
  • Page 14: Returning The Robotic Mower To The Charging Station And Restarting Operation At The Scheduled Time

    Returning the Robotic Mower to the charging station Press the key, and the message [Close the display cover to return and restarting operation at the scheduled time to the charging station.] appears. Close the display cover. [Top menu] > [Park] > [Schedule restart time] The Robotic Mower returns to the charging station.
  • Page 15: Scheduling Mowing

    Use the keypad and select the size range of your mowing area. NOTE: When the days are selected and the detailed time schedule is set, the registered work timetable for each day is displayed. Time periods without a schedule set appear white. Select [Time schedule].
  • Page 16: Determining The Cutting Height

    Mower is 60 mm. If the grass height at the start of mowing exceeds ► 1. Grass height at work start 2. Target grass height this maximum value, cut the excess grass with a Makita lawn mower or other machine before using the Robotic Mower.
  • Page 17: Cutting The Grass Near The Boundary

    Cutting the grass near the boundary Press the button on the control panel. The [Main menu] appears. [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Navigation preferences] > Select displayed on the screen. [Boundary overreach] The sub menu appears. Adjust the distance by which the Robotic Mower is to exceed the boundary wire in order to neatly cut the grass near the boundary.
  • Page 18: Setting The Movement Distance To The Mowing Start Point

    Setting the movement distance to the mowing start point Press the key to verify the entry. When the message [Saved successfully.] appears, press the key. [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Navigation preferences] > Selecting the departure method from the charging [Departure position] station Set the movement distance until the Robotic Mower starts mowing after departing...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Departure Angles From The Charging Station

    The option menu appears. Adjusting the departure angles from the charging Use the keypad and enter the desired conditions to the option station format fields displayed on the screen. [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Navigation preferences] > Option Details [Departure angles] Wire to trace: Select the type of wire that the Robotic Mower is...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Width Of Offset Navigation

    Use the keypad and enter the desired conditions to the option Adjusting the width of offset navigation format fields displayed on the screen. Exit ranges can be set at between 90° and 270°. [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Navigation preferences] > [Line trace offset] Option Details...
  • Page 21: Mowing Unmowed Grass

    Select the checkbox of the wire name to set the offset path. Image of navigation width fluctuation Option Details This sets the offset relative to the reference path of the 1st guide wire. The larger the offset value, the wider the offset range from the reference path. This sets the offset relative to the reference path of the 2nd guide wire.
  • Page 22: Security Preferences

    Select [Alarm duration]. NOTE: The Robotic Mower executes spiral cutting one time per charge. When the Robotic Mower departs the charging station after charging is complete, it first performs normal mowing work continu- ously for about 30 minutes. When dense or unmowed grass, etc. is detected after that, operation switches to spiral cutting centering on that spot, and then after intensively mowing the grass, the mowing work continues with normal navigation again.
  • Page 23: Preventing Wire Signal Interference

    Enter the new PIN code again for confirmation. Select [Verify] and register the setting. When the message [The PIN code has been changed.] appears, press the key. When the message [Saved successfully.] appears, press the key. Preventing wire signal interference Other Settings [Top menu] >...
  • Page 24: Changing The Date And Time Settings

    Changing the date and time settings Changing the display language [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Others] > [Date and time] [Top menu] > [Main menu] > [Others] > [Language] This is used to adjust or change the date and time set in the Robotic This is used to change the language displayed on the LCD screen.
  • Page 25: Checking The Details Of Operation Errors

    Select the desired option. Select an error code to check the details. Option Details Always ON The LED is always on. When this option is selected, a check mark is placed in the [Schedule 1:] checkbox and [00:00] - [24:00] is displayed. Always OFF The LED is always off.
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    CAUTION: Always wear gloves and protective eyewear when performing inspection and maintenance. Otherwise, injury may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts. Cleaning NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like.
  • Page 27: Inspecting The Mower Blades

    Cleaning the charging station Inspect the condition of the mower blade fixing screws. Follow the procedure in the section "Replacing the mower blades" Clean away any dirt or clippings that have accumulated on the termi- (Page 27) to remove the fixing screws, and check the condition of nal and base of the charging station.
  • Page 28 Remove the mower blades. Use the plus screwdriver and remove the screws fixing the mower blades. Fig.72 ► 1. Screw 2. Mower blade NOTE: Hold the mower blade with your fingers when removing the screw. Otherwise, the mower blade may fall into the gap between the top cover and the chassis.
  • Page 29: Periodic Inspections

    Periodic inspections Periodically check the following points. Inspection Check item Countermeasures Inspection site frequency Robotic Mower Is there any abnormality with the mower blades? If mowing cannot be performed well, turn off the power switch, check the mower Once per blades for wear, cracks, or chips, and replace the mower blades if necessary.
  • Page 30: Handling After The Season Ends

    Remove the screw pegs from the station base using the hex Handling after the season ends wrench 6. After mowing season ends, remove the following parts from where they are installed and store them indoors. • Robotic Mower • Charging station •...
  • Page 31 Removing the battery Disconnect the 3 connectors connected to the main board. NOTICE: Remove the battery only when disposing of this product. Turn off the power switch of the Robotic Mower. Remove the top cover. Fig.82 ► 1. Main board 2. Connector (large) 3. Connector (small) Remove the 3 battery cover screws.
  • Page 32: Protection System

    PROTECTION SYSTEM Protection system and Error Indication The Robotic Mower is equipped with a protection system. When an error occurs, the protection system is activated and all motors stop automati- cally. Details of the error are displayed on the LCD screen with the error code. Code Details of the error Cause...
  • Page 33: If You Think There Is A Malfunction

    If you think there is a malfunction TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repair or making an inquiry, check whether the following apply. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy LCD screen does not display. Is the power of the Robotic Mower turned off? Turn on the power of the Robotic Mower.
  • Page 36 Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885A53-220 20230929...

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