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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Introduction and safety

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1.1 Introduction

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1.2 Symbols on the product

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1.3 Symbols in the Operator’s Manual

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1.4 Safety Instructions

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2. Presentation

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2.1 What is what?

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2.2 Function

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2.3 Search method

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3. Installation

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3.1 Preparations

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3.2 Installation of the charging station

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3.3 Charging the battery

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3.4 Installation of the boundary wire

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3.5 Connecting the boundary wire

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3.6 Installation of the guide wire

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3.7 Checking the loop

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3.8 First start-up and calibration

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3.9 Test docking with the charging station

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4. Use

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4.1 Charging a flat battery

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4.2 Using the timer

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4.3 Starting

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4.4 Stopping

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4.5 Switching off

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4.6 Adjusting the cutting height

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5. Control panel

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5.1 Operation selection

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5.2 Multi-choice buttons

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5.3 Numbers

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5.4 Main switch

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6. Menu functions

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6.1 Main menu

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6.2 Menu structure

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6.3 Timer

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6.4 Security

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6.5 Settings

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7. Garden examples

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8. Maintenance

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8.1 Winter storage

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8.2 After winter storage

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8.3 Cleaning

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8.4 Transport and removal

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8.5 In the event of a thunderstorm

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8.6 Replacing the blades

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8.7 Replacing the battery

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9. Troubleshooting

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9.1 Messages

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9.2 Indicator lamp in the charging station

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9.3 Symptoms

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9.4 Finding breaks in the loop wire

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10. Technical Data

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11. Guarantee terms

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12. Environmental information

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13. EU Declaration of Conformity

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Summary of Contents for 1200 R

Page 1: ...Easier by Design www ymo co uk INSTALLATION Lawnmower 1200R Easy installation Easy to programme Safety stop button Anti theft alarm MANUAL Robotic ...

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Page 3: ...attery 34 4 2 Using the timer 35 4 3 Starting 36 4 4 Stopping 36 4 5 Switching off 37 4 6 Adjusting the cutting height 37 5 Control panel 38 5 1 Operation selection 39 5 2 Multi choice buttons 40 5 3 Numbers 40 5 4 Main switch 40 6 Menu functions 41 6 1 Main menu 41 6 2 Menu structure 42 6 3 Timer 43 6 4 Security 44 6 5 Settings 45 7 Garden examples 48 8 Maintenance 51 8 1 Winter storage 51 8 2 Af...

Page 4: ...ant to notify Flymo of this Contact Flymo Central Service and provide the robotic lawnmower s serial number and product registration key so that it can be registered as stolen in an international database This is an important step in the robotic lawnmower s theft protection which reduces interest in the buying and selling of stolen mowers Always have the robotic lawnmower s serial number at hand w...

Page 5: ...s Manual to make it easier to use Text written in italics is a text that is shown on the robotic lawnmower s display or is a reference to another section in the Operator s Manual Words written in bold are one of the buttons on the robotic lawnmower s keypad Words written in UPPERCASE and italics refer to the position of the main switch and the different operating modes available in the robotic law...

Page 6: ... out any inspections and or maintenance Remain at a safe distance from the robotic lawnmower when it is running Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating blades Never put your hands or feet close to or under the body when the robotic lawnmower is running Do not ride on the robotic lawnmower This product conforms to the applicable EC Directives Noise emission to surroundings The product s emi...

Page 7: ...rotective gloves when working with the mower s chassis Never use a high pressure washer or even running water to clean the robotic lawnmower A warning box indicates the risk of personal injury especially if the instructions are not followed An information box indicates the risk of material damage especially if the instructions are not followed The box is also used where there is a risk of user err...

Page 8: ...When the main switch is in position 1 make sure you keep your hands and feet away from the rotating blades Never put your hands and feet under the robotic lawnmower Never lift up the robotic lawnmower or carry it around when the main switch is in position 1 Do not let persons who do not know how the robotic lawnmower works and behaves use the robotic lawnmower Never use the robotic lawnmower if pe...

Page 9: ... has to be entered The PIN code contains four digits and is selected when you start the robotic lawnmower for the first time See 3 8 First start up and calibration on page 32 2 Set the main switch in position 0 3 Carry the robotic lawnmower by the handle at the rear under the robotic lawnmower Carry the robotic lawnmower with the blade disc away from the body Maintenance Inspect the robotic lawnmo...

Page 10: ...nmower battery A transformer which is connected between the charging station and a 230V wall socket The transformer is connected to the wall socket and to the charging station using a 10 m long low voltage cable The low voltage cable must not be shortened or extended A 20 meter low voltage cable is available to purchase as an accessory Contact Flymo Central Service for more information Loop wire l...

Page 11: ...battery and motors 11 Main switch 12 Rear wheel 13 Charging strip 14 Keypad 15 Display 16 Loop wire for boundary loop and guide wire 17 Low voltage cable 18 Connector for connecting the loop wire to the charging station 19 Screws for securing the charging station 20 Transformer 21 22 Measurement gauge for help when installing the boundary wire the measurement gauge is broken loose from the box 23 ...

Page 12: ...technique The robotic lawnmower s mowing system is based on an efficient and energy saving principle Unlike many standard lawnmowers the robotic lawnmower cuts the grass instead of knocking it off It is recommended to allow the robotic lawnmower to mainly mow in dry weather to obtain the best possible result The robotic lawnmower can also mow in the rain however wet grass easily sticks on the robo...

Page 13: ...hin the 90 270 exit sector To ensure an even cut even in inaccessible parts of the garden the robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire out from the charging station to where the guide wire connects to the boundary wire to begin mowing there When the robotic lawnmower body hits an obstacle the robotic lawnmower reverses and selects a new direction Two sensors one on the front and one on the back...

Page 14: ...mower s movement pattern is irregular and is determined by the robotic lawnmower itself A movement pattern is never repeated With the mowing system the lawn is mown equally without any mowing lines from the robotic lawnmower 2 3 Search method The robotic lawnmower runs irregularly until it reaches the guide wire Then the robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire to the charging station The guide wi...

Page 15: ...ther descriptions and tips regarding installation Carry out the installation in the following steps 3 1 Preparations 3 2 Installation of the charging station 3 3 Charging the battery 3 4 Installation of the boundary wire 3 5 Connecting the boundary wire 3 6 Installation of the guide wire 3 7 Checking the loop 3 8 First start up and calibration 3 9 Test docking with the charging station The chargin...

Page 16: ...n for the charging station Allow for 3 metres of free space in front of the charging station It must be possible to lay at least 1 5 metres of boundary wire straight out to the right and left of the charging station It must be close to a wall socket The supplied low voltage cable is 10 metres long A 20 meter low voltage cable is available to purchase as an accessory Contact Flymo Central Service f...

Page 17: ...aight out from the rear end of the charging station Any other locations can mean that the robotic lawnmower enters the charging station sideways and will have difficulty docking Do not put the charging station in a corner in the working area There must be a straight boundary wire at least 1 5 metres long to the right and left of the charging station The charging station must be positioned on relat...

Page 18: ...f the charging station has to be installed on an island the guide wire also has to be connected to the island See the illustration opposite Read more about islands in chapter 3 4 Installation of the boundary wire on page 21 Connecting the transformer Take the following into consideration when planning where to place the transformer Close to the charging station Protection from rain Protection from...

Page 19: ...t breaker when connecting the transformer to the wall socket The transformer must be mounted on a vertical surface such as a wall or a fence Screw the transformer in place using the two mounting eyelets No screws are supplied Select screws suitable for the material in question Do not under any circumstances mount the transformer at a height where there is a risk it can be submerged in water at lea...

Page 20: ...nk 3 3 Charging the battery As soon as the charging station is connected it is possible to charge the robotic lawnmower Set the main switch to position 1 Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station to charge the battery while the boundary and guide wires are being laid If the battery is flat it takes around 80 to 100 minutes to fully charge it IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is not permitted to m...

Page 21: ...o lay the boundary wire at least 1 cm and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground Best position for the boundary wire The boundary wire must be laid so that A loop is formed around the working area for the robotic lawnmower Only original boundary wire must be used It is specially designed to resist dampness from the soil that could otherwise easily damage the wires The robotic lawnmower is never more tha...

Page 22: ... it is possible to allow the robotic lawnmower to run a little over the path The boundary wire should then be laid 5 cm from the edge of the path All the grass along the side of the paving stone path will be cut When the working area is divided by a paving stone path which is level with the lawn it is possible to allow the robotic lawnmower to run over the path It can be an advantage to lay the bo...

Page 23: ...e the robotic lawnmower can slide up onto this kind of obstacle causing the blades to be damaged and or the mower to get stuck Secondary areas If the working area consists of two areas which the robotic lawnmower has difficulty travelling between it is recommended to set up a secondary area Instances of this are 25 slopes or a passage that is narrower than 150 cm Lay the boundary wire then around ...

Page 24: ...ere The mower will then stop and the Outside working area fault message is displayed The risk is at its greatest in damp weather conditions as the wheels can slip on the wet grass However the boundary wire can be laid across a slope steeper than 10 if there is an obstacle that the robotic lawnmower is allowed to collide with for example a fence or a dense hedge The robotic lawnmower can mow lawns ...

Page 25: ...is to be buried Make sure to lay the boundary wire at least 1 cm and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground The wire can be buried for instance using an edge cutter or a straight spade Use the supplied measurement gauge as a guide when you lay out the boundary wire This helps you to easily set the correct distance between the boundary wire and the boundary obstacle The measurement gauge is broken loose ...

Page 26: ...s not long enough and needs to be spliced It is waterproof and gives a reliable electrical connection Insert both wire ends in the coupler Check that the wires are fully inserted into the coupler so that the ends are visible through the transparent area on the other side of the coupler Now press down the button on top of the coupler fully Use a pair of pliers if the button on the coupler is diffic...

Page 27: ...each connector 4 Press the connector onto the metal pin marked with an A on the charging station Carefully check that the connector is properly fitted IMPORTANT INFORMATION The boundary wire must not be crossed when connecting it to the charging station The right hand wire end must be connected to the right hand pin on the charging station and the left hand wire end to the left pin IMPORTANT INFOR...

Page 28: ...on page 45 The robotic lawnmower runs at varying distances from the guide wire to reduce the risk of tracks forming when the robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire to and from the charging station The area beside the wire which the robotic lawnmower then uses is called the Corridor The robotic lawnmower always runs to the left of the guide wire as seen facing the charging station Thus the corrid...

Page 29: ...t pin on the charging station that is labelled Guide 3 Run the wire at least 2 metres straight out from the front edge of the plate If the guide wire must be laid in a passage The robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire on the same side of the wire to and from the charging station This means that the guide wire is to the right of the robotic lawnmower when the mower travels to the charging statio...

Page 30: ...y the wire at an angle to the slope This makes it easier for the robotic lawnmower to follow the guide wire on the slope Avoid laying the wire at sharp angles This can make it difficult for the robotic lawnmower to follow the guide wire 4 Run the guide wire up to the point on the boundary wire where a loop to facilitate the connection of the guide wire was previously added 5 Cut the loop on the bo...

Page 31: ...signal Flashing yellow light interruption in the guide loop no guide signal Flashing red light interruption in the charging station s antenna plate Contact Flymo Central Service to rectify See Memo on page 4 Solid blue light weak signal This may depend on the boundary loop being too long or that the wire is damaged If the robotic lawnmower still works this is not a problem Solid red light fault in...

Page 32: ...anguage Time format Current time Date format Date Four digit PIN code All combinations except 0000 are permitted 3 Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station as requested in the display Press the START button and close the cover The robotic lawnmower will now start the guide calibration by leaving the charging station and following the guide wire to the point where the guide wire is conne...

Page 33: ...ire all the way to the charging station and that it docks with the charging station The test is approved only if the robotic lawnmower is able to follow the guide wire the entire distance to the charging station and docks at the first attempt If the robotic lawnmower is unable to dock on the first attempt it will automatically try again The installation is not approved if the robotic lawnmower nee...

Page 34: ...the robotic lawnmower in the charging station Open the cover and slide the robotic lawnmower in as far as possible to ensure proper contact between the robotic lawnmower and the charging station 3 The display shows a message that charging is in progress WARNING Read the safety instructions carefully before you start your robotic lawnmower WARNING Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating bla...

Page 35: ...ting completely during at least a three day period once a month Standby The robotic lawnmower has an inbuilt standby period of at least 11 hours a day The standby period provides for instance a good opportunity to water or play games on the lawn Example 1 Work period 1 07 00 22 00 Work days All days The factory setting ensures that the robotic lawnmower begins cutting the lawn at 07 00 The mower i...

Page 36: ...code 4 Push the START button 5 Shut the cover within 10 seconds If the robotic lawnmower is parked in the charging station it will only leave the charging station when the battery is fully charged and if the timer is set to allow the mower to operate Before the blade disc starts 5 beeps are heard for 2 seconds 4 4 Stopping 1 Press the STOP button The robotic lawnmower stops the blade motor stops a...

Page 37: ...stop the robotic lawnmower and open the cover 2 Turn the height adjustment knob to the required position The selected position is indicated by the orange column that can be seen by the knob through the window Turn anti clockwise to raise the cutting height Turn clockwise to lower the cutting height IMPORTANT INFORMATION During the first week after a new installation the cutting height must be set ...

Page 38: ...r of hours since the day of manufacture that the robotic lawnmower has been in operation The time that the robotic lawnmower has spent mowing or looking for the charging station is counted as operating time AUTO MAN or HOME show which mode of operation is selected The battery status shows the remaining battery charge The clock symbol indicates when the timer settings are set The clock symbol is bl...

Page 39: ...he charging station on page 33 2 AUTO The standard automatic operation mode where the robotic lawnmower mows and charges automatically 3 MAN When mowing secondary areas see 3 4 Installation of the boundary wire on page 21 the MAN setting must be used If MAN is selected and the robotic lawnmower starts when it is out on the lawn it will mow until the battery runs out It will then stop and the Needs...

Page 40: ...ll the menu 5 3 Numbers The number keys are used for instance to enter the PIN code or time settings The number keys can also be used to enter a number series for shortcuts to the various menus For more information on number series see 6 1 Main menu on page 41 5 4 Main switch Set the main switch in 1 position to start the robotic lawnmower Set the main switch in the 0 position when the robotic law...

Page 41: ... up a step in the menu or keep the operation selection button pressed in for 2 seconds to go directly back to the main menu Number series A number series can be used as a shortcut to a certain function The first number in the series refers to the selection in the main menu The second number corresponds to the selection in the first submenu etc For example Press 1 followed by 3 in the main menu to ...

Page 42: ...mer Settings Work hours 1 Work hours 2 Work days Security Change PIN code Security level New loop signal Language Time Date Backlight Low Medium High Set date Date format Set time Time format Reset timer Remote start Calibrate guide Reset user settings Proportion ...

Page 43: ...et start and stop times for work hours 1 Enter each required time in hours and minutes and press OK to confirm the entered time Work hours 2 to set start and stop times for work hours 2 Enter each required time in hours and minutes and press OK to confirm the entered time Work days to select the days the robotic lawnmower must work The robotic lawnmower will work during the days that are ticked of...

Page 44: ...k This function means that the robotic lawnmower cannot be started after 30 days without first entering the correct PIN code When the 30 days has passed the robotic lawnmower will continue to mow as normal but the Enter PIN code message appears when the cover is opened Enter your code again and press OK PIN request This function means that the robotic lawnmower requests a PIN code when the main sw...

Page 45: ...the robotic lawnmower in the charging station Select New loop signal in the menu and press OK 6 5 Settings The following operating settings are available via this selection in the main menu Time Date to set the current time and date and the required time and date format Language to select the menu language Backlight to select whether the display is lit while mowing or not Remote start to determine...

Page 46: ...e display is lit all the time when the robotic lawnmower operates The display is not lit when the robotic lawnmower is stopped due for instance to a timer setting or possible disruption Remote start One important function with the guide wire is the capacity to steer the robotic lawnmower to remote garden areas when required This function is very useful in gardens where for instance the front and b...

Page 47: ...in front of the charging station and then follow the guide wire to the connection point with the boundary wire and then start mowing 3 Check that the robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire all the way to the connection point with the boundary wire The test has failed if the robotic lawnmower cannot follow the guide wire all the way to the connection point with the boundary wire It is likely t...

Page 48: ...s on www flymo com See chapter 6 Menu functions for more detailed information about the various settings IMPORTANT INFORMATION The default settings for the robotic lawnmower have been selected to work in as many different gardens as possible The settings only need to be adjusted when special installation conditions exist Installation proposals and settings Area Timer Remote start Proportion Remark...

Page 49: ...07 00 22 00 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Often As most of the working area can easily be reached by the robotic lawnmower following the guide wire out from the charging station select Proportion Often Area Timer Remote start Proportion Remarks 250 m2 U shaped garden linked with a narrow passage 07 00 22 00 Monday Friday Medium The guide wire must be placed along the narrow passage to ensure tha...

Page 50: ...assage to ensure that the robotic lawnmower can with ease locate the charging station from the right hand side of the working area Select Proportion Rarely as the right hand area is a small fraction of the total area Area Timer Remote start Proportion Remarks 200 m2 50 m2 in a secondary area 07 00 18 00 Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday Rarely factory setting The secondary area is cut using the MAN m...

Page 51: ...s tools stones roots and the like The normal life is 2 to 4 months when used in areas more than 300 m2 in size and longer for smaller areas See 8 6 Replacing the blades on page 53 on how to replace the blades 8 1 Winter storage Robotic lawnmower The robotic lawnmower must be cleaned carefully before putting it away for the winter See 8 3 Cleaning on page 52 Charge the battery fully before winter s...

Page 52: ... with slopes It is recommended to clean using a brush and a spray bottle with water Chassis and blade disc 1 Set the main switch in position 0 2 Wear protective gloves 3 Lift the robotic lawnmower onto its side 4 Clean the blade disc and chassis using e g a dish brush At the same time check that the blade disc rotates freely in relation to the foot guard If long blades of grass or other objects fi...

Page 53: ...here is a risk of a thunderstorm 8 6 Replacing the blades There are three blades on the robotic lawnmower which are screwed into the blade disc All three blades and screws must be replaced at the same time to obtain a balanced mowing system Use Flymo approved original blades only To replace the blades 1 Set the main switch in position 0 2 Wear protective gloves 3 Turn the robotic lawnmower upside ...

Page 54: ... position 3 Turn the robotic lawnmower upside down Place the robotic lawnmower on a soft and clean surface to avoid scratching the body and the display cover 4 Clean around the battery cover 5 Unscrew the four screws to the battery cover Torx 20 and remove the battery cover 6 Pull out the battery by pulling on the strap 7 Fit a new original battery NOTE Press on the contact strip to fit the batter...

Page 55: ...isc and remove the grass or other object The blade disc lies in a pool of water Move the robotic lawnmower and if possible prevent the collection of water in the working area No loop signal The transformer is not connected Check the wall socket connection and whether an earth fault breaker has tripped Check that the low voltage cable is connected to the charging station The boundary wire is not co...

Page 56: ...eel or buried cables close by Try moving the boundary wire The robotic lawnmower finds it hard to distinguish the signal from another robotic lawnmower installation close by Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station and generate a new loop signal via Security New loop signal Low battery The robotic lawnmower cannot find the charging station Check that the charging station and the guide w...

Page 57: ...t is obstructing the robotic lawnmower Remove the object Stuck in charging station There is an object in the way of the robotic lawnmower preventing it from leaving the charging station Remove the object Upside down The robotic lawnmower is leaning too much or has turned over Turn the robotic lawnmower the right way up Needs manual charging The robotic lawnmower is set in the MAN operating mode Pl...

Page 58: ... loop wire on page 61 Yellow flashing light The guide wire is not connected to the charging station Check that the guide wire connector is properly connected to the charging station See 9 4 Finding breaks in the loop wire on page 61 Break in the guide wire Find out where the break is Replace the damaged section of the guide wire with a new loop wire and splice using an original coupler Red flashin...

Page 59: ...rging station is on a slope Place the charging station on a surface that is entirely level See 3 2 Installation of the charging station on page 16 Uneven mowing results The robotic lawnmower works too few hours per day Increase the mowing time See 6 3 Timer on page 43 The proportion setting is incorrect in relation to the layout of the working area Check that the correct Proportion value is select...

Page 60: ...lawnmower mows for shorter periods than usual between charges Grass or other foreign object blocks the blade disc Remove and clean the blade disc See 8 3 Cleaning on page 52 Both the mowing and charging times are shorter than usual The battery is spent Replace the battery See 8 7 Replacing the battery on page 54 This behaviour is normal at low temperatures gradual increase below 15 C No action The...

Page 61: ... has been reached A defective splicing of the loop wire can also lead to disruptions first several weeks after the splice was done A faulty splice can for example be the result of the original coupler not being pressed together hard enough with a pair of pliers or a coupler of lower quality than original coupler has been used Please first check all known splices before further troubleshooting is d...

Page 62: ...e break is somewhere on the boundary wire between A1 and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire thick black line in the illustration b Put A1 and Guide back in their original positions Then switch A2 and Guide If the indicator lamp flashes yellow then the break is somewhere on the boundary wire between A2 and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wir...

Page 63: ...where at the centre of the installation If the indicator lamp is green or flashing yellow then the break is somewhere in the wire between the disconnected end to the point where the new wire is connected thick black line in the illustration below In that case move the connection for the new wire closer to the disconnected end roughly at the middle of the suspected wire section and check again if t...

Page 64: ...d a solid green light b If the indicator lamp flashed yellow in test 3b above a similar test is carried out but with the new loop wire connected to A1 instead 5 When the break is found the damaged section must be replaced with a new wire The damaged section can be cut out if it is possible to shorten the boundary wire Always use original couplers ...

Page 65: ...58 cm Width 46 cm Height 26 cm Weight 8 kg Electrical system Battery Specialised Lithium Ion battery 18 V 1 6 Ah Transformer 230 VAC 21 6 VDC Mean energy consumption at maximum use 7 kWh month in a 400 m2 working area Noise emissions Measured Noise Level 56 dB A Guaranteed noise level 58 dB A Mowing Cutting system Three pivoted cutting blades Blade motor speed 2 900 rpm Power consumption during cu...

Page 66: ...that is not an original battery Damage to the loop wire The blades and wheels are seen as disposable and are not covered by the guarantee If an error occurs with your Flymo robotic lawnmower please contact Flymo Central Services see Memo on page 4 for further instructions Please have the receipt and the robotic lawnmower s serial number at hand when contacting Flymo Central Service 12 Environmenta...

Page 67: ...4 EC See also the Technical Data chapter for information regarding noise emissions and the cutting width The notified body 0404 SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB Fyrisborgsgatan 3 SE 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has issued the report regarding the assessment of conformity according to annex VI to the COUNCIL S DIRECTIVE of May 8 2000 relating to noise emissions in the environment 2000 14 EC The certificate ha...

Page 68: ...68 English 13 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

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Page 70: ...0844 844 4558 Part Number 115 53 36 26 Copyright 2012 Flymo S A All rights reserved Flymo and other product and feature names are registered trademarks of Flymo S A The Husqvarna UK policy of continuous improvement and updating means that cations can be altered without prior notice All measurements quoted are approximate ...

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