70
Lightly polish these contacts at
the beginning of each season, or
more often as needed.
Lightly polish the area indicated
on these contacts at the
beginning of each season, or
more often as needed.
Figure 9.3 – Polishing the Contacts on the Mower and Docking Station
Docking Station
It is recommended that the
Docking Station be removed for the winter:
-
Disconnect the power supply from the power receptacle.
-
Unscrew the two screws holding the Docking Station Cover.
-
Disconnect the green plot connector (between the perimeter wire and the docking board).
-
Disconnect the green plot connector and place a water proofed wire connector over the two free
perimeter wire ends to prevent corrosion of the wires while not connected to the station.
-
Remove the Docking Station base and place it in dry storage.
-
Place all parts in a dry storage.
If it is not practical to remove the power cord, then first disconnect the power supply from the power
receptacle, then disconnect the power leads attached to the docking board. After disconnecting the
power supply leads, each end of these two leads must be protected for the winter to prevent oxidation.
You may place the Friendly Robotics wire nut connector onto each end of this cord for protection in the
winter. If this or a similar weather resistant connector is not used, oxidation may occur. Do not forget
to disconnect the perimeter wire ends from the plot connector and protect the ends of these wires in a
similar way as the power supply leads.
Prior to the beginning of each new mowing season, lightly polish the charge contacts on the Robomow
and the Docking Station with a small piece of fine sandpaper, 200 grit or higher or using steel wool of
‘00’ or higher grade. This will remove any oxidation that may have occurred and allow optimal contact.
See Figure 9.3.
Before the first operation of the next season, it is required to reconnect the setup of the Docking Station
(refer to sections 1.11 to 1.13)