BOSCH S 500 Indego Robotic Lawnmower Instruction Manual

October 30, 2023
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Instruction Manual

BOSCH Indego XS 300 Robotic Mower Indego
S 500 | S+ 500 | M 700 | M+ 700

Thank you, for purchasing the Indego Robotic Mower.
Please read the safety instructions provided below before installing the Indego.

Safety Notes

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Make yourself familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Please keep the instructions safe for later use!

Explanation of symbols on the machine

****| General hazard safety alert.
Ensure no exits are blocked or obstructed by the machine.
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| Warning: Read user instructions before operating the product.
| Warning: Operate the isolator switch before working on or lifting the machine.
| Caution: Do not touch rotating blades. The blades are sharp. Beware of severing toes or fingers.
| Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them. The blades continue to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade can cause injury.
| Make sure that bystanders are not injured by foreign objects being thrown away.
| Warning: Keep a safe distance to the product when operating.
| Do not ride on the machine.
| Battery charger contains a safety transformer.
| Do not use a high-pressure washer or a garden hose to clean the machine.
| Carefully check the area where the tool is to be used for wildlife and pets. Wildlife and pets may be injured while the machine is in operation. Thoroughly check the working area and remove any stones, sticks, wires, bones and foreign objects. When using the machine, ensure that no wildlife, pets or small tree stumps are hidden in the dense grass. Avoid using at dusk or in the dark to reduce the risk of encountering animals.

Operation

  • Before working on the mower itself (e. g. maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport and storage, switch off the mower by the isolator switch.

  • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.

  • Never allow children, persons with physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience and/or knowledge and/or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

  • Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.

  • Avoid mowing in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning.

  • While operating and as well while approaching the mower, take sufficient precaution to keep balance at all times particularly on slopes and wet grass. Do not stretch yourself too much forwards. Do not operate the mower in a rush.

  • The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

  • If any hazard occurs whilst the machine is operating immediately press the red STOP button.

  • Ensure correct installation of the perimeter wire as instructed in the installation guide.
     For complete instructions on the Indego installation, please refer to the Installation Guide provided with the product.

  • Periodically inspect the area where the mower is used and remove all stones, sticks, wires and other foreign objects.

  • Do not run any live mains cables in the working area. If a mains cable be- comes entangled in the robotic mower it must be isolated before any attempt to remove it.

  • Periodically inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

  • Never operate the machine with defective guards or without safety devices.

  • Do not put hands or feet near or un- der rotating parts.

  • Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is running.

  • Do not leave the machine to operate unattended if you know that there are pets, children or people in the immediate vicinity.

  • Start the machine according to the instructions standing well away from rotating parts.

  • Do not use the product at the same time as a sprinkler or use the schedule to ensure that the two systems never run simultaneously.

  • If for any reason the product is submerged, take it away from water and turn it off using the isolator switch. Do not attempt to switch the product on but contact your Bosch Service Centre.

  • Do not modify this product. Unauthorized modifications may impair the safety of your product and may result in increased noise and vibration.

Turn off the product using the isolator switch:
– before clearing a blockage,
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine,
– before storage
– if the machine vibrates abnormally (stop and check immediately),
– after striking a foreign object, inspect the machine for damage and get advice on necessary repairs from your Bosch Service Centre.

Maintenance

  • Always wear gardening gloves when handling or working near the sharp blades.
  • Before working on the mower, turn it off using the isolator switch.
  • Before working on the docking station or power supply, remove plug from mains.

Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth. Do not use water, solvents or polishes. Remove all grass and debris, especially from the ventilation slots. Turn the mower upside down and clean the blade area and the swivel castors regularly. Use a stiff brush or scraper to remove compacted grass clippings (see figure I).
Blades are reversible.

  • Make sure all nuts, bolts and screws are tight to ensure safe working with the garden tool. (see figure J)
  • Periodically visually inspect the machine and replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
  • Ensure that only official Bosch replacement parts are used.
  • Replace all blades and bolts as a set as required.

Storage in winter

  • Turn off the mower using the isolator switch.

  • The mower will operate between 5 °C and 45 °C. During the winter season once the temperature in the garden is consistently below 5 °C store the mower and the docking station in a secure, dry place, out of the reach of children.
    Do not place other objects on the mower or docking station. It is recommended to use the original packaging when transporting the Indego over long distances.
    The mower can also be stored usingthe storage bag

  • Store the mower only within a temperature range between –20 °C and 50 °C. As an example, do not leave the mower in the car in summer.

USB

  • The mower has a USB interfacewhich is to be used exclusively forsoftware updates (see figure M). Useonly approved USB.org sticks(formatted to FAT 32) and approvedUSB.org OTG cables.
  • More details about software updatescan be found at Bosch-Indego.com.
  • Do not use the USB interface forany additional purposes. Do notplug any external devices.

Recommendations for OptimalHandling of the Battery Pack

  • Do not open the battery. There is arisk of short-circuiting.
    Protect the battery againstheat (e.g., against continu-ous intense sunlight), fire,water, and moisture. There is a risk ofexplosion.

  • Keep any unfitted battery awayfrom paper clips, coins, keys,nails, screws or other small metalobjects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.Shorting the battery terminals to-gether may cause burns or a fire.

  • In case of damage and improperuse of the battery pack, vapoursmay be emitted. Ventilate the areaand seek medical help in case ofcomplaints. The vapours can irritatethe respiratory system.

  • The battery can be damaged bypointed objects such as nails orscrewdrivers or by force appliedexternally. An internal short circuitcan occur and the battery can burn,smoke, explode or overheat.

  • If used incorrectly or if the batteryis damaged, flammable liquid maybe ejected from the battery. Contact with this liquid should beavoided. If contact accidentallyoccurs, rinse off with water. If theliquid comes into contact withyour eyes, seek additional medicalattention. Liquid ejected from thebattery may cause irritation or burns.

  • Do not short-circuit the battery.There is a risk of explosion.

  • Use only Bosch battery packs intended specifically for the ma-chine. Use of any other batterypacks may create a risk of injury andfire.

  • Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery. Inserting the battery pack into machines that have the switch on cancause accidents.

  • Only open the battery compartmentwhen the battery is exhausted.Leave the battery in the machine for storage in winter. The built-in batteryis very long-lasting; do not open thebattery compartment until you no-tice a significant reduction in the runtime betwen two battery chargingprocedures.

    • The Indego will operate between 5 °Cand 45 °C. If the battery temperatureis outside this range, the Indego willdisplay a message and will not leavethe docking station. If operating, theIndego will return to the docking station or stay in place.
  • Recharge only in the Bosch ap-proved docking station.

Safety Warnings for Docking Station and Power Supply

  • Only use the original Bosch docking station and power cord to charge the mower. Otherwise there is danger of fire and explosion.
  • Check the docking station, power supply unit, cables and plugs periodically. If damage or ageing is detected, isolate from the docking station or power supply and do not use them. Never open the docking station or power supply yourself. Have repairs performed only by a qualified Bosch technician and only using original spare parts. A damaged docking station, power supply, cable or plug increases the risk of an electric shock.
  • Do not operate the docking station and power supply on easily flammable surfaces (e. g., paper, textiles, etc.) or surroundings. The heating of the docking station and power supply during the charging process can pose a fire hazard.
  • Supervise children at all times. This will ensure that children do not play with the docking station, power supply or the machine.
  • The voltage indicated on the power supply must correspond to the voltage of the power source.
  • We recommend that the power supply is only connected into a socket which is protected by a circuitbreaker that would be actuated by a 30 mA residual current. Check your Residual Current Device (RCD) at regular intervals.
  • The supply cord must be inspected for signs of damage at regular intervals.
  • In the event of flooding of the docking station turn off power supply at mains and contact Bosch Service Centre.
  • Never touch the mains plug or any other plugs with wet hands.
  • Do not run over, crush or pull the cables. Protect the cables from heat, oil and sharp edges.

The power supply is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connection. The operating voltage is 230 V AC, 50 Hz (for non-EU countries 220 V, 240 V as applicable). Contact your Bosch Service Centre for details. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest Bosch Service Centre.

Symbols

The following symbols are important for reading and understanding the operating instructions especially the diagrams.
Take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the garden product in a better and safer manner.

Symbol Meaning
Wear protective gloves
Permitted action
Prohibited action
Accessories/Spare Parts

Intended Use

The mower is intended for domestic lawn mowing.
Do not operate the mower indoors.
Do not use the mower for any other purpose because of the increased risk of accidents and damage to the mower. Never attempt to modify the mower in any way since this may result in accidents or damage to the mower.

Technical Data

Robotic Lawnmower|

SI

Unit

| Indego 5 550| Indego 5+500| Indego M 700| Indego M+700
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Article number| | 3600HB02..| 3600HB03..| 3600HB02..| 3600HB03..
Cutting width| cm| 19| 19| 19| 19
Height of cut| mm| 30-50| 30-50| 30-50| 30-50
Slope angle (max)| °/%| 15177| 15177| 1507| 1507
size of !wan wea| | | | |
— maximal| m2| 500| 500| 700| 700
— per charge up to a’| m2| 70| 70| RS| RS
Operating frequency range (Indus- ive sensor)| kHz| —| 5| –| 5
max. magnetic field strength (In- ductive sensor) (at 10 rn)| dBpAtm| —| 44| –| 44
Operating frequency range (6941)| MHz| —| 880-960| –| 880-960
| MHz| —| 1710-1RMI| —| 1710-111R0
Max. transmit power (GSM)| dBm| —| 33| —| 33
Weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014| k9| 76.6| 7.7| 7.6| 7.7
Protection type| | IPX4| IPX4| IPX4| IPX4
Serial number| | | | see type pl| to on garden tool
Battery| | Li-Ion| Li-Ion| Li-Ion| Li-Ion
Rated vokage| VDC| 1R| 1P,| 18|
Capacity| Ah| 2.5| 2.5| 2.5| 2.5
Number of battery cells| | 5| 5| 5| 5
Operating time. average “| min| 60| 60| 75| 75
Charging period (max.)| min| fill| RO| RA| RO
Battery type| | PBA181/…W-.
2.5M| 2.5M| FBA 18V…W..
2.5M| PM 18V..W-.
2.5 Ah
Perimeter wire| | | | |
— wire supplied| m| 150| 150| 175| 175
— minimum required length| m| 70| 20| 70| 70
— maximum permissible length| m| ISO| 350| 150| 350
Docking station| | | | |
Article number| | 1 500A02 548| 1 800 A02 548| 1 800A02 548| 1500 A02 546
Input voltage| VDC| 24| 24| 24| 24
Power consumption charging/ peri- meter wire switched on| W| 73/2.6| 73/2.6| 73/2.6| 73/2.6
Charging current (up to)| A| 71| 71| 71| 71
Allowable charging temperature range.:| ,c| 545| 5-45| 5-45| 5-45
weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014| kg| 1.65| 1.65| 1.65| 1.65
Protection type| | IPX4| IPX4| IPX4| IPX4
Power supply unit| | | | |
Article number| | | | |
Switzerland| | F018 L90934| F018 L90934| F015 L90934| F18,150,934
United Kingdom| | F015 L90935| F016 L90935| F015 L90935| F Ole L9D 935
Rest of Europe| | F015 L90915| F016 L90918| F015 L90915| F 018 L9D 918
Input voltage (AC)| V| 220-240| 220-240| 220-240| 220-240
Protection class| | /ll| /ll| /ll| /ll
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Frequency| Hz| 50-60| 50-60| 50-60| 50-60
Output voltage (DC)| V| 24| 24| 24| 24
Protection type| | IPX7| IPX7| IPX7| IPX7
Weight| kg| 1.25| 1.25| 1.25| 1.25

A) Depends on cutting height, grass conditions and moisture
B) Internal battery temperature

Noise/Vibration Information

Noise emission values determined according to EN 50636-2-107.
Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are: Sound power level 61 dB(A). Uncertainty K = 2 dB.

Explanation of Figures

Action Accessories| Figure
A| Page
339
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Delivery scope/unpacking the mower| B| 340
Laying out perimeter wire| C| 343
Extending perimeter wire| D| 341
Laying perimeter wire around new in- ner object| E| 342
Lifting up and carrying the mower| F| 342
Setting the height of cut| G| 343
SpotMow| H| 343
Cleaning| I| 344
Maintenance| J| 344
Adding a further lawn area
– with additional docking station (right)
– without additional docking station (top left)| K| 344
Replacing the battery| L| 345
Software update| M| 346- 347
Power supply unit connection| N| 348

Installation

With the following QR code, you can view a video on how to install the mower under www.bosch-diy.com/indego-help.
Alternatively, follow the Installation Guide delivered with the product.

http://www.bosch-diy.com/indego-help

 Check if the perimeter wire is fully pegged to the ground avoiding any slack lengths of wire. Any loose wire can be a trip hazard.
Remove stones, loose pieces of wood, wire, live mains cables and other foreign objects from the cutting area.
Make sure that the cutting area is even and has no ditches, grooves and steep slopes above 15°/27 % that are clear obstructions for the mower.
The docking station must be positioned on the wire at an outer edge of the cutting area. It may not be positioned on the side of a tool or garden shed standing as an island within the lawn to be mowed.
It is recommended that you mow your lawn once with a conventional lawnmower before installing and before the first mowing of the new season and whenever the grass clippings would be longer than 5 mm.
The mower’s cutting system is designed to cut small lengths of grass (30–50 mm). The clippings can remain as mulch to fertilize the lawn. The height of cut for mower can be adjusted to 30, 40 and 50 mm.
It is recommended to start with a higher setting and then gradually decrease the height of cut as the wire disappears under the grass. This prevents your Indego from cutting the wire.
Additional perimeter wire can be added using a wire connector (see figures D–E).
The perimeter wire can be extended up to a maximum length of 250 m.
The perimeter wire can be buried up to 5 cm under the ground (or under non- metallic slabs).
To avoid causing damage to the perimeter wire, do not verticut or rake the area where it is positioned.
When laying out the wire avoid angles of less than 45°. This can affect the performance.
Display

Symbol Meaning
1 Back button
2 Confirm button

If the confirm button is pressed whilst mowing, the mower will return to the docking station
3| Red LED on: mower error
4| Green LED on: mower is switched on
Green LED off: The mower is inactive and your four-digit PIN code is required for activation. Or the mower is shut off, the isolator switch must be turned on and your four digit PIN code must be entered to activate the mower.
Note: during a software update, the green
LED and red LED will be on.
5| Left/right button
6| Down/up button
7| Display with dialog screen
1 2 3| Garden number (shown when more than one garden map in the mower memory)
Only with Indego M+ 700:
  | Network signal present
| Network signal absent

The display switches into sleep mode, if no input is made for 10 minutes.

Adding a further Lawn Area (see figure k)

To install the Indego to an additional lawn area, please follow the instructions in the Installation Guide.
Separate lawn area with separate docking station (see figure H, right side): The mower can be used on up to three different lawn areas. For an additional lawn area, a separate docking station (see figure A) and the necessary perimeter wire and pegs are required. If a schedule or the „Bosch AUTO“ calendar function is selected it will cut the grass of the area is it in, within the time slots.
Switch off the mower when transporting it between different lawn areas.
Note: software updates have to be carried out on the mower in every docking station.
To help remember which docking station belongs to which garden, it is recommended to label the docking stations with the lawn area number and description when storing them for winter.
Without separate docking station: It is possible to connect the lawn areas by placing the perimeter wire between the two lawn areas parallel to each other as close as possible (see figure H, top left). The additional lawn area without docking station is not recorded in the map memory and the mower will not use the LogiCut cutting strategy in this lawn area without the docking station. The maximum recommended lawn area without a docking station is 40 m2 . The mower will mow until it runs out of battery and will need to be carried back to the docking station for charging.

Mowing

  • Do not let children ride the mower.
  • Press the stop button on top of the mower before lifting. Always lift the mower by its handle. (see figure F)

Make sure the cutting area is free of small animals such as hedgehogs or tortoises.
Only with Indego M 700: After successful installation youcan either immediately begin to mow by confirming “Mownow” on the display, or wait for the next scheduled cuttingperiod, as programmed by the “Bosch AUTO” CalendarFunction (previous setting required).
A manual mowing schedule can also be set up according toyour specific needs.Only with Indego M+ 700: After successful installation, youcan begin mowing immediately by confirming “Mow now”on the display, or on the free Bosch Smart Gardening App bypressing “mow”. You could also set up a programmedschedule, using the Bosch “SmartMowing” functionality,which can also plan future cutting sessions based on when itis forecasted to rain. You could also set up a programmedschedule in the calendar using the display or the BoschSmart Gardening App.
The mower must mow a garden 3 times completely (do 3 fullcuts) to learn the garden. During the learning phase, thevisual result may not be optimal.Approximate runtimes for complete garden coverage usingLogiCut are listed below. Please note that the runtimes willvary depending on the lawn complexity and number of ob-jects within the garden.
100m2…………….4h
500m2……………………16 h
700m2…………………22 h
Set a schedule with frequent repetitions. This achieves good mowing results, the battery charge will last longer and you avoid debris on the lawn.
When the mower is mowing
In “manual” mode, the mower works until the lawn is mowed. Mowing is interrupted only for charging the battery. When the lawn area is mowed, the mower returns to the docking station.
In the programmable „Schedule“ mode or with the „Bosch AUTO“ calendar function, the mower operates continuously for a set period of time. Mowing is interrupted only for charging the battery. If the lawn area is mowed before the time period expires, the  ower returns to the dock.
To stop mowing prematurely, press the Stop button or send the mower back to the docking station pressing the confirm button ✓.
With Indego M+ 700 you can send the mower back to thedocking station, by pressing the “Dock” button on the freeBosch Smart Gardening App.
Energy saving mode
The mower reduces its energy consumption by automatically switching off the power in the perimeter wire when it is not mowing and not being charged.
To wake up the mower manually from the energy saving mode, press the confirm button ✓and afterwards select either “Mow now” or another “Mowing mode”, while the mower is in the docking station.
With Indego M+ 700 you can wake up the mower remotelyfrom the energy saving mode, by pressing the “mow” buttonon the free Bosch Smart Gardening App.For mowing based on an active schedule or with the “BoschAUTO” calendar function or with the Bosch “SmartMow-ing” functionality, the energy saving mode is automatically ended.
Mowing small lawn areas with „SpotMow“
SpotMow is intended for mowing small areas that requirespecial treatment without having to mow the whole lawn,such as the area under a piece of garden furniture that hasbeen removed. The mower is positioned at the lower leftcorner of the intended area to mow (see figure H). The finalmowed area depends on the lawn conditions; it will not ne-cessarily be an exact square. After completion of „Spot-Mow“, follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: For safety reasons, „SpotMow“ cannot be used outsidethe perimeter wire
Sensors
The mower is equipped with the following sensors:
– The lift-up sensor is activated when the mower is lifted.
– The rollover sensor detects when the mower tips over.
– The tilt sensor is activated when the mower reaches a slope angle of 32°.
When one of the sensors is activated, e.g. the lift-up sensor, the drive motors and cutting blades are stopped. A message is indicated in the display, e.g. “lift-up”.
– The obstacle sensor detects objects/obstacles alongside the entire front edge of the mower and causes a change of direction.
Battery charging
The battery is equipped with temperature monitoring that allows charging only if the battery internal temperature is in the range between 5 °C and 45 °C.
The lithium-ion battery is supplied partially charged. It is recommended to charge the mower during installation of the perimeter wire in the docking station.
The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging procedure does not damage the battery.
When the battery is run flat or discharged, the mower is shut off by means of a protective circuit: the blades no longer move.
Replacing the Battery (see figure L)
Note:  The battery only needs to be replaced when it is ex-hausted. It is not intended to charge the battery outside themower.

  • Using unsuitable batteries can lead to malfunctions ordamage the mower.
  • Heavily used batteries may have a significant effect in themower run time.
  • Do not use non-rechargeable batteries in the mower.Use only batteries specified by the manufacturer.

Note:  Always wear protective gloves when handling or work-ing near the sharp blades.
Switch off the mower by the isolator switch.
Remove the 5 screws of the battery compartment cover witha Torx T-20 screwdriver.Pivot the used battery with the guide rail out of the batterycompartment until the battery unlocking button can be seenand accessed. Press the battery unlocking button and remove the battery.
Insert the new battery into the guide rail until the lockingmechanism can be heard to engage. Pivot back the batterywith the guide rail into the battery compartment. Mount thebattery compartment cover and screw it tight with the 5screws.
The battery compartment cover protects the battery againstmoisture during operation.
Updating the Software (see figure M)
To update the software, you need a USB.org stick (FAT 32formatted) and a USB OTG cable.
If a new software version is available, you can find it on theInternet on the “www.bosch-indego.com” page. Load the”IN8xxxx.bin” file onto the USB.org stick.
Turn the mower over and remove the cover from the USBport. Connect the USB OTG cable with the USB.org stick.
Place the mower in the docking station and make sure thatthe docking station is connected to mains (LED on dockingstation is on). The mower must be switched on, the displayalight and the battery must be at least 70% charged.
When the update starts, the following message appears inthe display “Do you want to update from version x to verion y?”
Confirm by pressing the confirm button ✓. During the up-date, both LEDs in the mower will flash.At the end of the update, the mower restarts.
Remove the USB OTG cable and the USB.org stick. Close thecover of the USB port.
Additionally with Indego M+ 700: You can download thesoftware via the Bosch Smart Gardening app

The table below explains the various menu items.

Main Menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Explanation

Mow now| | Pressing the confirm button will send the mower to mow. In “Off/ Manual”, the mower works until the display shows “garden complete”. In “Schedule” mode or with the “Bosch AUTO” calendar function, the mower will operate until the end of the time period or until the display shows “lawn complete” (whichever comes first).
Calendar| Bosch AUTO| | The “Bosch AUTO” calendar function is optimised based on the size of the lawn area. In the  default setting, the mower does two full cuts a week and starts at 8 am. The following settings are possible:
Number of complete mowing cycles per week| 1 to 3
Weekday| Days on which mowing is allowed (e.g. to exclude Sundays).
Start time| Only possible for the first time slot (applies to all active days).
Schedule| Edit (selected day)| Program a mowing schedule by setting individual mowing days and slots (up to 2 per day).
Don’t mow/Delete slot| This will delete the corresponding slot for the selected day.
The number of full cuts per week for the actual schedule are shown at the bottom of the display.
Off/Manual| | Choose this option when no schedule should be used. The mower starts mowing only by activating “Mow now”.
Settings| Mowing mode| Mow without docking station| Mower will mow in the additional lawn area without docking station in random mode until it runs out of battery.
Intensive mode| The mower mows more thoroughly, returns to possible unmown areas and mows on shorter tracks. The mower needs considerably longer for a full cut.
Security| Auto Lock| If buttons are not pressed for 3 min. they will be automatically locked.
Recommended for safety reasons and protection against theft.
– On| PIN code is required for reactivation after Auto Lock.
– Off| The buttons are always ready for input.
Change PIN| Changing of a PIN code requires entering of existing PIN code first.
Alarm|
– On| Alarm is activated.
– Off| Alarm is deactivated.
Date & Time| | Change the date and time.
Set Language| | Change the display language.
Info| System status| Information on battery charge, system information and operating and charging time for the mower.
Advanced| Wire ID| Change the perimeter wire ID when possible interferences are nearby.
Sensor setting/ Lawn condition| Select between Low (uneven ground), Normal and High (slippery ground). Mower bump sensor will become more or less sensitive depending on lawn condition selected.
Remap| Deletes the current map of the lawn area.
Factory reset| Reset the mower to factory settings will delete all personal settings (not PIN). After a factory reset, the mower will need to remap the lawn area.
Garden overview| Displays the number of mapped lawn areas, their size, their wire ID and the date of the last time the lawn area was cut.
Delete garden| Delete one specific lawn area map or select to delete all maps at once.
Tools| Level check| Information about the ground angle of the mower. If the mower is in the docking station and the dot on the display is not within the indicated circle, the docking station must be mounted at a new, more level location.
| Wire signal| Detects the wire signal received from the perimeter wire, indicating its strength (for Service Agent). The mower will not receive a wire signal while in the docking station.

Troubleshooting

Online Support
http://www.bosch-indego.com

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Measure
The LED on the dock- ing station flashes The perimeter wire is cuff, too long
or too short. Wire not connected and mower not in the docking station. Check

that the perimeter wire is not interrupted and is between 20 and 250 meters in length. Then switch power supply off and then on again.
Follow instructions in Installation Guide to install the mower.
Excessive vibrations/ noise| Blade bolt loose| Tighten blade bolt to torque of 2.5 Nm.
Cutting blade damaged/bent| Replace cutting blade (see figure J).
Mower not docking reliably| Perimeter wire not properly layed out around docking station| Follow instructions in Installation Guide on layout of perimeter wire.
Perimeter wire close to a source of interfer ence| Remove any excess (e.g. coiled up) perimeter wire around the docking station.
Change perimeter wire ID in the menu.
Mower fails to operate| Isolator switch not turned on| Remove mower out of docking station, turn isolator switch on and place mower back into docking station (en sure docking station is on – LED lights up green).
Possible clogging| Always turn isolator switch off first, then check underneath the mower. Clear out as necessary (always wear protective gloves).
Battery not fully charged| Place mower in the docking station to allow to charge. Docking station must be on.
Grass too long| Mow lawn with conventional lawnmower to its lowest height-of- cut setting before using the mower.
Battery too hot/cold| The mower operates when the battery internal battery temperature is between 5°C – 45 °C. Allow mower to cool down/warm up. If the error occurs frequently, the docking station should be positioned in the shade.
Mower standing on lawn with the display switched off| Operational problems| Press confirm button for screen to light up. or place mower in docking station.
Mower does not charge| Battery too hot/cold| The mower operates when the battery internal temperat ure is between 5°C – 45°C. Allow mower to cool down/ warm up. If the error occurs frequently, the docking station should be positioned in the shade.
Docking station not switched on| Switch on power supply to docking station. If docking station does not start, contact your Bosch Service Centre.
Charging pins corroded| Clean the charging pins.
Mower out of pen- meter wire| Perimeter wire on a slope| Leave 30 cm between the perimeter wire and the slope.
Obstacle near perimeter wire| Remove obstacle.
Parts of the lawn area left uncut| Mower requires more cuts to finish garden| Allow mower to run for 3 full cuts to cover whole lawn area.
Time slot not long enough for garden size| Increase mowing time slot or use “Bosch AUTO” calendar function.
Distance between perimeter wires too small| Increase distance between the perimeter wires to a min-imum of 75 cm.
| Rough mowing conditions| Select “uneven ground/low sensitivity option from menu item “lawn condition/bump sensor”.
Flatten garden/remove/bumps/mark out unsuitable areas with the perimeter wire – Please follow the instructions in the Installation Guide.
Grass too long| Select “uneven ground/low sensitivity’ option from menu item “lawn condition/bump sensor”.
Slopes in garden too steep| Ensure mower only operates on slopes of 15 degrees or less and full garden is not on a slope.
Mower gets stuck in garden| Objects/obstacles not marked out| Use the perimeter wire to mark off obstacles where the mower often gets stuck.
Newly laid turf| Allow a few weeks for the soil to settle before using the mower.
Change setting in menu item “lawn condition / bump sensor” to low sensitivity / uneven.
After watering, wait as long as possible until you start the mower.
Mower unintentionally cuts flowers, etc. or runs over certain obstacles| Objects/obstacles below 5 cm not marked out| Mark obstacle using perimeter wire leaving 30 cm from object or remove objects/obstacles.
Mower does not ap-
pear to cut logically| LogiCut system depends on the garden
conditions. Mower does not necessarily
have to continue in the next uncut area.| Further information can be found on the Installation Guide.
If behaviour re-occurs often, remap lawn area.
Mower does not always go in a straight line when travelling between areas| No corrective action needed.
Mower frequently does not find right posi- tion or turns on the spot| Change wire ID.
Wire crossed while marking an object| Follow instructions in the Installation Guide.
Mower runs in random paths in an addi- tional lawn without docking station.| Normal behaviour. The LogiCut system only works in areas with docking station.
Perimeter wire keeps being cut| Wire is not taut between pegs
Distance between pegs is more than 75 cm| Make wire taut and ensure distance between pegs is maximum 75 cm. Use the wire connectors to repair the cut. Avoid using a verticutter, scarifier, etc. over the perimeter wire.
Mower leaves ragged finish/poor quality of cut| The mower does not mow often enough| Mow more frequently for a good result (e.g. by means of more/longer slots in schedule).
Cutting blades blunt| Reverse or replace cutting blades (see figure J).
Possible clogging| Always turn isolator switch off first, then check underneath the mower. Clear out as necessary (always wear protective gloves).
Perimeter wire not detected| No power at the docking station| Check if the docking station is powered up (LED is on).
Perimeter wire damaged/cut| Check perimeter wire for damage.
Wrong installation (e.g. not enough dis- tance between wires)| Follow instructions in the Installation Guide.
Perimeter wire close to a source of interfer- ence| Remove any excess (e.g. coiled up) perimeter wire around the docking station. Change perimeter wire ID in the menu.
Height-of-cut button stuck| Possible clogging| Always turn isolator switch off first, then check underneath the mower. Clear out as necessary (always
wear protective gloves).

After-sales Service and Application Service

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In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of the mower.
It is possible, that the software version of your mower is required (see „Menu

Settings > Info“).
If the mower is requested to be sent to the service centre, the mower and docking station must always be sent together. Do not remove the battery.
Before sending in, remove any personalised top cover that may have been fitted and any accessory cover.
Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange
the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair.
Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
Ireland
Origo Ltd.
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
Power Tools
Locked Bag 66
Clayton South VIC 3169
Customer Contact Center
Inside Australia:
Phone: (01300) 307044
Fax: (01300) 307045
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: (0800) 543353
Fax: (0800) 428570
Outside AU and NZ:
Phone: +61 3 95415555
www.bosch-pt.com.au
www.bosch-pt.co.nz
Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: (011) 6519600
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
Tel.: (011) 4939375
Fax: (011) 4930126
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za
KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street Pinetown
Tel.: (031) 7012120
Fax: (031) 7012446
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: (021) 5512577
Fax: (021) 5513223
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za
Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng
Tel.: (011) 6519600
Fax: (011) 6519880
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com
Transport
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The batteries are suitable for road-transport by the user without further restrictions. When shipping through third parties (e.g.: by air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and abelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.

Disposal

 The garden product, batteries, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
 Do not dispose of garden products and batteries/rechargeable batteries into household waste!
Only for EC countries:
According to the European law 2012/19/EU, electrical andelectronic equipments that are no longer usable, and accord-ing to the European law 2006/66/EC, defective or used bat-tery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and dis-posed of in an environmentally correct manner. Contact yourBosch Service Centre for details.
Battery packs/batteries:
Li-ion:
Please observe the notes in the section on transport Transport.BOSCH S 500
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EN 301 489-52 V1.1.0
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
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EN IEC 63000:2018
EN 62311:2008
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2000/14/EC: Measured sound power level 61 dB(A), uncertainty K = 2 dB, guaranteed sound power level 63 dB(A) Conformity assessment procedure in accordance with annex VI. Product category: 32
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