Robomow 769-25588A-00 Robotic Mower User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Robomow
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**Robomow 769-25588A-00 Robotic Mower
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Safety First
IMPORTANT!
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY GUIDE CAREFULLY
BEFORE USE. RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Annex A – Battery removal instructions
This product is an autonomous robotic mower, powered by a rechargeable
lithium-ion battery and includes a base station.
The mower will independently depart from the base station, mow the lawn and
return to the base station for charging.
A pre-installed perimeter wire connected to the base station sets the boundaries (a “virtual wall”) for the mower. It will be laid around the edges of the lawn and around objects that the mower should avoid.
The mower moves randomly within its working area, as defined by the perimeter
wire.
The mower includes Bluetooth and GSM radio modules (on selected models).
Do not allow children to use or
operate the mower.
Children must be supervised at all times.
This guide includes the original manufacturer’s instructions 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.
The rear is where the (red) STOP button is located, and where the traction
drive wheels are located.
Left and right directions are determined when standing at the rear of the
mower and looking at its front.
Safety Guidelines
DANGER
Describes situations, where, if the hazard is not avoided, it will cause death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Describes situations, where, if the hazard is not avoided, it may result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Describes situations, where, if the hazard is not avoided, it could result in
minor or moderate injury, or damage to property and/or the product.
Provides information on proper use of the product and avoidance i of possible operating malfunctions.i
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 supply
circuit protected by a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current
of not more than 30 mA. Follow local electrical installation instructions.
WARNING
Allow the blades to stop rotating completely before lifting or tilting the
mower or approaching the blades.
DANGER
The power supply cord must not be replaced! If the cord is damaged, the entire
power supply must be replaced. Do not connect a damaged power supply cord to
the power supply and do not touch a damaged power supply cord as it can cause
electric shock.
Keep all power supply cords away from underneath the mower to prevent damage.
CAUTION
In case of lightning, disconnect the perimeter wire from the base station and
unplug its power supply from the socket.
Safe Operating Practices
General Information
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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.
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Familiarise yourself with all controls and their proper operation.
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It is your responsibility to inform your neighbours that you have a robotic mower and the risk of injury if they access your lawn during its operation.
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If your lawn is open to the street and/or your neighbour’s property, you must be present during the mower’s operation to prevent others from coming into contact with the mower during operation. Alternatively, you must fence your lawn so that others cannot access it during operation.
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Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate the mower using the remote control app. Children aged 14 and over should read and understand the instructions for safe operating practices in this manual and on the mower and should be trained and supervised by an adult.
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Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to operate the mower.
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If situations occur which are not covered by this manual, use care and good judgment.
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This mower is a precision piece of power equipment, not a toy. Exercise extreme caution at all times. This mower has been designed to perform one job: to mow grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Preparations Before Operating
PRIOR TO FIRST USE, ENSURE THAT PRODUCT HAS BEEN CHARGED CONTINUOUSLY FOR 48 HOURS.
- Ensure the correct installation of the perimeter wire, as instructed in the Getting Started guide.
- Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wires, toys and other foreign objects which could damage the blade or be picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
- Keep bystanders, children and pets inside while the mower is in operation. Stop the mower if anyone enters the mowing area.
- If there is a risk of lightning, keep the mower in a protected area and disconnect it from the power supply
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.
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Your robotic mower is a dangerous power tool. Exercise care when operating it and follow all safety instructions and warnings.
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In the event of an accident or malfunction during operation, press the red STOP control immediately.
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Do not operate the mower if any safety feature or any part is damaged, worn or inoperable.
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Always turn the mower off by removing the disabling device before lifting the mower or clearing blockage of the blade(s) and/or drive wheels or making any adjustments. Activating the disabling device cuts power to the drive wheel and blade.
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Never pick up or carry the mower while the wheels are turning or blade is moving. Do not touch the blade before it has stopped rotating completely.
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Do not use the mower for any purpose other than cutting grass.
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Never attempt to bypass a safety device or to remove a guard or cover. Doing so may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. The sensors are safety devices.
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The blade continues to rotate for up to two (2) seconds once a safety sensor has been triggered or the red STOP control has been pressed. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are certain that the blade has stopped rotating.
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Should the mower start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of a problem.
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Always wear safety goggles during remote control operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
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Never operate the mower with a damaged safety device, guard or cover. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury.
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Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can cause amputation of the hands and feet.
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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain or hidden objects could cause an accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 6” (15 cm).
Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall grass (e.g. pasture). -
Do not operate the mower without the cover door closed.
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Set the weekly programme so that the mower is in operation when no one is likely to be on the grass. To schedule suitable operating hours, follow the one-time setup procedure on the mower’s screen (RK/XR5 models) or via the mobile application (RK/XR5/RT models).
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Do not connect a damaged power supply cord to the power supply or touch a damaged power supply cord before it is disconnected from the power supply, as doing so can lead to electric shock.
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Keep all power supply cords away from underneath the mower to prevent damage. A damaged power supply cord can lead to electric shock. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket if the cord is damaged or entangled.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
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.
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Do not overreach, keep the balance at all times and always be sure of footing on slopes; always walk, never run while operating the machine.
Children
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To avoid tragic accidents, you should always ensure that there are no children on the lawn.
Children are often attracted to the mower and mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Never assume that children will stay away from the mower while it is operating. -
Keep bystanders, children and pets inside while the mower is in operation and under the watchful supervision of a responsible adult. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area.
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Be alert and turn the mower off if a child or bystander enters the area.
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Do not allow children to ride on the mower. It is not a toy.
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Never allow children to play on the lawn while the mower is in operation. Teach your children that the mower is dangerous and that they must stay away from it.
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Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate the mower using the remote control app. Children aged 14 and over should read and understand the instructions for safe operating practices in this manual and on the mower and should be trained and supervised by an adult.
Transport
Before moving or transporting your mower, follow the steps below:
- Press or pull the red STOP control to stop the mower.
- You may use the remote control (via the mobile app) to drive your mower from one place to another.
- If you elect to carry your mower:
- For RK/XR5 models: Turn the mower off by pressing the “OFF” button located under the cover door on top of the mower. The red STOP control then becomes a carrying handle.
- For RT models: Turn the mower off by pressing the “OFF” button. Lift the mower using the carrying handle.
- Always carry with the blades facing away from you. Be careful to avoid contact with the sharp edge of the blade when lifting or carrying the mower.
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.
- Exercise extreme caution when the mower is moving towards you.
- Operate the mower remotely only in daylight or in good artificial light, and avoid operating on wet grass.
- Never operate the mower remotely in bare feet, sandals, slippery or lightweight (e.g. canvas) shoes. Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers; always make sure of your footing on slopes.
Batteries
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Use only genuine batteries provided by the manufacturer. Batteries part numbers are specified in the “Additional Information” booklet.
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Do not open, drop or damage the sealed battery pack. Do not use the battery if it exhibits visible defects or deformations, if it is broken or cracked.
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR MODIFY BATTERIES! Repair attempts may result in severe personal injury due to explosion or electric shock. If a leak develops, released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic.
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Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery components.
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The battery pack contains electrolytes. In the case of electrolyte leakage from the battery pack, take the following action:
- Skin contact: Wash the contact areas off immediately with water and soap.
- Eye contact: Flush the eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes. Do not rub.
- Seek medical assistance.
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Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.
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The battery is intended to be charged when it is inside the mower and properly connected to the mower. Always use the power supply provided with the mower. Improper use may result in electric shock, overheating or fire.
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Do not use the battery for any purpose other than powering the dedicated robotic lawnmower.
Use of the battery to power any other product is extremely dangerous. -
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for batteries to protect the environment. Refer to the “Rechargeable Battery Disposal” section of this user guide for additional information.
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When replacing the battery, be sure to insert the battery connector correctly. Reversing the battery polarity may cause damage to the battery and mower.
Slope Operation
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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. Serious injury or property damage could result.
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For your safety, measure any slope before using the mower on the sloped area. Use a slope measuring device before setting up the mowing zones or operating this mower on a sloped or hilly area. Smart phone applications can also be used to measure slopes. If the slope at the perimeter is greater than 17 degrees (30%), RT models may slide out of the mowing zone. With RK/XR5 models, the mower may slide out of the mowing zone if the slope is greater than 24 degrees (45%).
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Do not mow on slopes greater than 17 degrees (30%) with RT models and greater than 24 degrees (45%) with RK/XR5 models.
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Do not operate the mower under any conditions where traction or stability are in question.
Always be sure of the mowing surface. A tip or overturn could cause serious personal injury or property damage. -
Stay at least 4’ (1.2 metres) from drop-offs, ditches, slopes or the edge of water to help ensure that the mower does not slide out of the mowing zone. You could damage the mower or cause serious injury.
Maintenance and Special Instructions
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Keep the mower in good working order. Replace worn, damaged or broken parts.
Manufacturer part numbers of the batteries, blades and power supplies are specified in the “Additional Information” booklet. -
To avoid serious injury, do not modify the mower in any way.
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Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves and exercise extra caution when changing the blade.
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Always turn the mower by removing the disabling device before servicing or clearing blockage of the mowing blade(s) and/or drive wheels or inspecting the mower. Never attempt to service or adjust the mower while it is in operation. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped.
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The blade should come to a complete stop within two (2) seconds of pressing the red STOP control. If you do not hear the blade stop within two (2) seconds, your mower must be serviced professionally by an authorised service dealer before being used again.
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Never use a high-pressure power washer or hose to clean the mower. Water can damage components and the programmable controller. Use a damp cloth to wipe the display clean.
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Visually inspect blade for damage (e.g. excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade only. Non-O.E.M. blades will not fit properly and could potentially be unsafe.
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Use of spare parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety.
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After striking a foreign object, or getting stuck, stop the mower. Thoroughly inspect the mower for damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.
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For areas close to a children’s play area, bodies of water, drop-offs or public roads, supplement the perimeter wire with a rigid (wood/stone) boundary edge at least 6” (15 cm) high, which will help to prevent the mower from exiting the mowing zone.
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If your mower is installed and operated in an open garden or a public location, you must place warning signs around those mowing areas, showing the following: “Automatic Lawnmower! Keep away from the machine! Supervise children!”
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Clean or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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.
It is recommended that the power supply be disconnected from the mains during
the winter.
Annual Service
To keep your mower in good condition, it is recommended that you take it to a
certified dealer for service before or after winter storage.
The annual service may vary between different service providers and will
include all or some of the following: cleaning the mower’s parts and mowing
deck, checking for worn parts (such as blades, wheels and other moving parts)
and replacing them if required, testing the mower’s functions and safety
components, checking the battery and uploading the latest software version,
possibly including newly added features.
Product End of Use
- The mower and its accessories should be properly disposed of at the end of their useful life to prevent waste electrical and electronic equipment from ending up in landfill sites, and to protect and improve the quality of the environment. Check with your local waste facility or municipality regarding disposal laws. Many municipalities provide special waste collection sites for the disposal of batteries and electronic equipment.
- Do not dispose of the battery pack or the mower in unsorted municipal/household waste.
- Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire.
- Refer to local and statutory regulations for any special disposal or recycling laws and requirements. Refer to the end of the Quick Reference section for disposal instructions.
- The mower must be disconnected from the base station when removing the battery;
- The battery must be removed from the device before it is disposed of. Follow the battery removal instructions as described in Annex A;
- The battery must be disposed of safely.
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.
| DANGER — AVOID AMPUTATION INJURY
Do not put hands or feet near or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can cause amputation of the hands and feet.
| WARNING — AVOID CRASH/BLADE INJURY. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE MACHINE WHEN OPERATING.
Do not mow when children or others are around. To help avoid contact with the blade or a thrown object injury keep others away from the mower while it is in operation. Keep bystanders, children and pets inside while the mower is in operation. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area.
| WARNING — AVOID THROWN OBJECT INJURY
Keep bystanders at least 15’ (5 metres) from the mower during operation. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Do not operate the mower without the cover door or safety devices being in their proper place and operational.
| WARNING — AVOID CRASH/BLADE INJURY
Do not allow children to ride on the mower. It is not a toy.
| WARNING
Turn the mower off before attempting to service it.
| WARNING
Remove the disabling device before working on or lifting the mower.
| WARNING – USE ONLY THE ORIGINAL POWER SUPPLY
Do not alter the power supply connection! Use only the original power supply unit provided by the manufacturer with the mower or as a spare part. The correct part number is indicated on the product, on this label. A non-original power supply may result in fire and damage to the base station and the mower.
| Never use a high-pressure power washer or hose to clean the mower. Water can damage components and the programmable controller. Use a damp cloth to wipe the display clean.
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.
Child Lock
The child lock prevents unintended operation of the mower by an accidental press of one of the buttons. Only pressing two buttons in the correct order will initiate operation. You must activate the child lock feature if children under the age of 6 may come in contact with the mower.
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 (for RT models, this is available using the mobile app only). 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.
Lift Sensor
If the mower is manually lifted off the ground, the mower and rotation of the blade will stop within two (2) seconds.
Tilt Sensor
If the mower is tilted up towards a vertical position, the mower and rotation of the blade will stop within two (2) seconds.
Obstruction Sensor
Your mower detects obstacles in its way during operation. If the mower collides with an obstacle, it will stop movement in that direction, reverse itself away from the obstacle and the mower and rotation of the blade will stop within two (2) seconds.
Quick Stop Control
Pressing down (RT models) and/or pulling up (RK/XR5 models) the red STOP control at any time during operation will stop the mower and the blade within two (2) seconds.
Removable Disabling Device
Pulling out the disabling device will prevent any further operation of the
mower.
You must pull out the disabling device before lifting the mower and before any
service work.
Base Station/Perimeter Switch and Perimeter Wire
The mower cannot operate without a perimeter wire installed and activated through the base station/perimeter switch. In the event that the perimeter wire signal is turned off, the mower will stop operating.
Annex A – Battery removal instructions
RK/XR5 models
- 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° and pull the door up entirely.
- Disconnect the battery from the mains.
- Press the battery housing snap to remove the battery.
RT models
- Remove the disabling device.
- Turn the off mower by pressing and holding the Mow button for 2 seconds
- Adjust the mowing deck to its lowest position.
- Wear heavy-duty gloves.
- Place the robot upside down, and cover the blade with the RoboTool.
- Lift the mowing deck up and place a spacer underneath.
- Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold the cover.
- Place the robot on its wheels and remove the cover.
- Disconnect the battery from the mains and remove the battery by clicking the snaps.
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