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Base Station / Perimeter Switch
It is recommended to remove the
Base Station for the winter period:
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Disconnect the power supply from the mains power;
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Open the Base Station / Perimeter Switch cover;
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Disconnect all connectors from the board;
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You can now remove the Base Station cover/ Perimeter Switch and place it in dry storage;
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It is recommended to store the power supply in a dry storage; if not possible, protect the cable
end from moisture to prevent corrosion while not connected to the Base Station.
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Disconnect the green plot connector (keep it connected on the board for the next season) from
the perimeter wire ends and protect it from moisture to prevent corrosion of the wires while not
connected to the Base Station; You may place the Friendly Robotics wire nut connector onto both
wire ends for protection in the winter.
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Protect the remaining connector using the black rubber cover.
After Winter Storage
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Confirm that all connections, charging pins and wire ends are clean prior the first operation; if
required, clean the contacts with a small piece of fine sandpaper, 200 grit or higher or using steel
wool of ‘00’ or higher grade.
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Place the Base Station in its place and connect all cables to the board;
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Confirm that Robomow displays the correct time and date.
5.8 Batteries Replacement
WARNING! Follow the instructions below.
Complete replacement of one battery before starting to replace the
second battery.
Replacing the batteries:
- Lift the bumper and remove the batteries fuse;
- Remove the cutting height adjustment knob by lifting it
upwards (figure 5.4)
- Unscrew the five nuts manually at the rear side of the
Chassis cover (figure 5.5). If you find it difficult use a wide
flat screwdriver;
- Lift the rear side of the cover (see figure 5.6) and
disconnect only the two cables from the left battery (figure
5.7);
- Place the new battery and connect the cables to the
battery tabs when the red and the black cables are fitted
to the color on the battery;
- Disconnect the cables from the right battery;
- Place the new battery and slightly crimp the battery
connectors with plyers, so that they fit tightly on the
battery tabs.
- Connect the cables to the battery tabs respectively by
color;
- Place the cover back in its position and screw the five
nuts manually, confirm they are tight enough;
- Insert the batteries fuse and confirm the Robomow wakes
up.
Figure 5.4
Figure 5.5
Figure 5.7
Figure 5.6
Figure 5.5
Figure 5.4