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  • Page 1 Operating & Safety Manual RM200 www.robomow.eu / www.robomow.com DOC5202E...
  • Page 2 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. You will be impressed with your lawn’s appearance and best of all, Robomow did it for you.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    What’s in the Box………………………………………………………………………………………. Chapter 1 - Perimeter Wire Setup………………………………………………………..………..1.1 Preparations………………………………………………………………………………… 1.2 Planning the Setup………………………………………………………………………… 1.3 Perimeter Wire Setup………………………………………………………………………. 1.4 Robomow Preparation and Settings……………………………………………………… 1.5 Completing the Wire Fastening…………………………………………………………… Chapter 2 – Menu……………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.1 Zones Setup…………………………………………………………………………………. 2.2 Settings………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.3 Information……………………………………………………………………………………...

  • Page 4: Safety Warnings & Precautions

    Operation 13. Caution! Do not touch rotating blade! 14. Remove the fuse whenever Robomow starts vibrating abnormally or after striking an object. 15. Never let Robomow operate without supervision. 16. When using the Remote Control mow only in daylight or in a good artificial light.
  • Page 5 Product end of use 46. Robomow 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, to promote the reuse, treatment and recovery of electrical and electronic equipment in purpose to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the environment, protect human health and utilize natural resources prudently and rationally.

  • Page 6: Warnings Decal Definitions

    Do not ride on Robomow Disposal of old Electrical & Electronic Equipment Do not dispose Robomow or any other part of it as unsorted municipal waste – instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

  • Page 7: Robomow Safety Features

    4. Tilt Sensor There is an optical sensor located in the front side of Robomow. In case the front of the mower is lifted up towards a vertically position, the blade will stop immediately and Robomow will warn about it and instruct the user to remove the fuse before lifting Robomow.

  • Page 8: How It Works

    Perimeter Switch. When turned on, this signal is carried through the perimeter wire, creating what we define as a virtual wall. The virtual wall is visible only to Robomow, keeping Robomow where you want it, on your lawn. The perimeter switch must be turned on to activate the perimeter wire before Robomow will operate.

  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box Open the box and lift the Robomow from its carrying handle. ® Robomow Power Supply (for charging Robomow) Perimeter Indoor Power Supply Switch for Perimeter Switch Pegs Wire Plot Wire Charging Connector Connector Adaptor RoboRuler...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 - Perimeter Wire Setup

    Chapter 1 - Perimeter Wire Setup 1.1 Preparations  Read carefully the Operating and Safety Manual prior to setup.  It is recommended to mow your lawn using a conventional lawn mower and water the ground before starting the setup for easier driving of the pegs. ...
  • Page 11 (Figure 1.6). To mow other areas, simply drive or carry Robomow to the area you want to mow and operate it. In this way, if one zone needs a shorter operating time than another, it can easily be set (Chapter 2.1.1).
  • Page 12 Separated zones, where grass areas are not contiguous Where grass areas are contiguous, with minimum 1 meter (3ft) between the wires Robomow can effectively navigate through in order to move between the two areas while mowing the lawn, otherwise separate the area into different zones.
  • Page 13 The Perimeter Wire should not be laid across a slope that is steeper than 15cm (6in) per distance of 1 meter/3.3ft (15%). There is a risk that Robomow will find it difficult to turn and might cross the wire outside, especially in damp weather conditions, as the wheels can slip on the wet grass.

  • Page 14: Perimeter Wire Setup

    15% (15cm height per distance of 1m) Slope 0-33% Slope 0-15% Long distance Robomow can mow of RoboRuler areas inside the working area with 0-15 cm 34cm / 14inch Figure 1.9 - Max slope slope up to 33 cm...
  • Page 15 (or chasm) otherwise supplement a fence or the same along the lawn's edge, so Robomow can detect it. The height must then be at least 15cm (6 inch). This will prevent Robomow, under any circumstances, from crossing the wire outside the working area 1.3.3 Fastening The Wire To The Ground...
  • Page 16  Pegs should be driven at distances between one another Add pegs in to pull Add pegs in to pull that will keep the wire down below the grass level and the perimeter wire down the perimeter wire down prevent it from becoming a tripping hazard (Figure 1.13). to the ground surface, to the ground surface, ...

  • Page 17: Robomow Preparation And Settings

    1.4 Robomow Preparation and Settings 1.4.1 Setting the Cutting Height  Lift the Bumper Cover from the front side of the Robomow (figure 1.20).  To change the cutting height, rotate the cutting height adjustment knob (see figure 1.21). Power Supply...
  • Page 18 Inserting batteries fuse 1.4.2 Robomow Settings  Control Panel  On the top of the rear side of Robomow there is a control panel. The control panel consists of a display, keypad and operating lamp (figure 1.23). Operating Lamp STOP button...

  • Page 19: Completing The Wire Fastening

    Figure 2.1). Robomow will follow the wire, while the mowing motor is switched off to prevent any damage to the perimeter wire after the initial setup; Walk along the side of the Robomow while it is following the edge until completing one loop of the perimeter without striking any object; If Robomow collides in obstacle, it stops and drives back to allow you adjusting the wire position.

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 - Menu

    Chapter 2 - Menu Chapter 2 introduces Robomow menu functions. To use the control panel read the instructions in paragraph 1.2.4. The main menu consists of four options: 2.1 Zones setup 2.2 Settings 2.3 Information 2.4 Service (password is required) Note: the numbers 2.1-2.4 refer to the headings on the coming pages.

  • Page 21: Zones Setup

    The anti-theft system provides the user a disabling function that will prevent anyone from using or driving the Robomow unless they have the valid code to enter. You will be prompted to enter a four-digit code of your choice to use as your personal security code. Use the scroll arrows in order to change each digit position to a different number and then press ‘GO’...
  • Page 22 ECO mode only in zones with Base Station, where mowing is more frequent and a shorter part of the grass is cut. If Robomow detects high grass it will automatically increase the power of the mowing motor to enable cutting higher grass...

  • Page 23: Information

    2.2.8 Blade Replaced Choose this option after replacing the blade to restart the reminder counter. A reminder to replace the blade again will be displayed after the next 200 hours of operation. Blade is easy to replace, refer to section 5.5. 2.2.9 Wire Position Allows user to test the wire position in ‘Edge’...
  • Page 24 Figure 2.8 Temperatures menu +35 C +35 C +95 F +95 F 2.3.4 Configuration Displays the configuration of the Robomow: Main Board part number, software version and Base Station Board part number (figure 2.9): Configuration Configuration Configuration Configuration Configuration Configuration...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 - Operation And Charging

    Robomow’s movement pattern is irregular with combination of parallel lines in narrow passes. Keep in mind that the Robomow will not mow all the grass on its first pass; in fact it will leave uncut grass in between many of the passes it makes. This is expected and is entirely normal. These uncut areas will be cut on subsequent passes of the Robomow across the lawn.

  • Page 26: Charging

    3.6 Charging Of all the areas regarding the Robomow, proper charging of the Power Pack is second only to safety in importance. Failure to follow the charging guidelines will result in poor performance and a short batteries life After the completion of any daily cutting session it is very important to bring Robomow to its storage area and plug it into the Power Supply as soon as possible.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 - Text Messages And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 - Text Messages and Troubleshooting 4.1 Messaging Robomow is equipped with an LCD panel that will notify you in the form of a text message when common operational faults occur to instruct the user to perform a certain function or action.
  • Page 28 - Move the wire towards the inner side of - The lawn slope is too big the lawn and do not include area with - Robomow does not succeed to turn in place slopes that are too big. Cross wire at the edge and it causes the mower to slip - Fill any holes and pits in the ground.
  • Page 29 - It is not recommended to cut wet or damp grass, but if you choose to Rain detected - Robomow has skipped the last depart due to override the rain sensor, change the Press GO rain detection setting of the ‘Rain sensor’ to ‘off’ under the ‘Settings’...
  • Page 30 - Check the ground for holes or indentions, where the mower has - Robomow get stuck in place with no succeed stopped and fill it with dirt and level off to continue driving. – especially in the area close to the perimeter, where the Robomow turns in place.

  • Page 31: Other Operational Or Fault Problems

    - Perform ‘Learn edge (refer to 2.1.2.2) complete the edge - If not connected to the Base Station/charger at all times when not in use, the Robomow will conserve power by entering into a deep - Mower is in deep sleep.
  • Page 32 - Walk along perimeter, including islands and Perimeter Switch look for obvious cuts or breaks in the wire. - Perimeter wire cut Repair with Robomow wire splice the Base Station connectors. beeps continuously for 'Cut wire’ - Check and repair all loose/poor or corroded - Poor connections connections.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 - Maintenance And Storage

    Mowing Deck The underside of the mowing deck needs to be inspected, and cleaned if necessary, between operations. The Robomow is a dedicated mulching mower and may accumulate clippings under the mowing deck, particularly when mowing wet and damp grass.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Blade

    Machine sharpening is not recommended, as a good balance cannot be achieved after machine sharpening. Robomow has an automatic reminder to replace the blade after every 200 hours of operation. ’Replace blade – every 200 hours’ message appears and pressing the ‘GO’ button will clear the message and enables the operation of Robomow.

  • Page 35: Splicing The Perimeter Wire

    Insert the battery fuse and connect the power Supply to the mains supply (figure 5.3) for the entire period in which Robomow will not be operating ; confirm ‘ Charging ’ is displayed and ‘ Ready – keep charging’ when the battery is fully charged.

  • Page 36: Batteries Replacement

    - Connect the cables to the battery tabs respectively by color; - Place the cover back in its position and screw the five nuts manually, confirm they are tight enough; - Insert the batteries fuse and confirm the Robomow wakes up. Figure 5.5 Figure 5.6...

  • Page 37: Chapter 6 - Specifications

    Year of Manufacture The decal below is found on the left side of the mower's base. PRD5201A RL072502RM IRL0725020001 RM200 The first 2 digits represent the year of manufacture. i.e. the label above belongs to a Robomow which was produced in 2007.

  • Page 38: Chapter 7 - Accessories

    Preferable for areas where electricity is not available or not close enough to the Perimeter Switch. Remote Control for convenient transport of Robomow between plots, as well as mowing very narrow areas manually Wire connector Used for repairing or splicing wires (as needed).

  • Page 39: Tips For Maintaining Your Lawn

    Keep your mower blade sharp. Sharp blade provides a clean, safe and efficient cut. Dull mower blade will tear and shred the tips of the grass, which can provide an entry point for disease organisms and weaken the grass plant. It is recommended to replace Robomow blade once a year. Thatch Clippings and thatch are simply not connected.

  • Page 40: Friendly Robotics Rm/City Series Limited Warranty

     Repairs necessary due to improper battery care (all models) and/or improper charging process such as charging in wet conditions (RM200/City100), electrical supply irregularities, or failure to properly prepare the mower or battery prior to any period of non-use. ...

  • Page 41: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    42815 Israel The products covered by this Declaration 24 Volt Battery operated Automatic Lawn Mower model RM200 (with Perimeter Switch) 24 Volt Battery operated Automatic Lawn Mower model RM510 (with Base Station) F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd. declares under sole responsibility that the products identified above conforms with the...

  • Page 42: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    F. Robotics Acquisition Ltd. hereby certifies that equipment described below 0.1. Type: 24 Volt Battery operated Automatic Lawn Mower 0.2. Make (Trade name): ROBOMOW 0.2.1. Model/Type: RM200 (with Perimeter Switch) RM510 (with Base Station) 0.3. Manufactured by: Name: F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd.
  • Page 44 To register your product online, go to http://robomow.com/register www.robomow.eu / www.robomow.com...

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