ECHO Robotics TM-2000 User manual

©2020 ECHO Incorporated. All Rights Reserved
Robotic Mower
Technical Manual
TM-2000
EN
ENGLISH
P/N 99922205383
VERSION 1.3
03/23/2020
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Table of Contents
Chapter: 1 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter: 2 Charging and Turning the Robot ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter: 3 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter: 4 System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Peripheral Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Station Loop Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Parcel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Track Border . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter: 5 Robot Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
STOP Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Sonar Sensors and Bumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Lift Sensors and Cover Displacement Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tilt, Rollover, and Temperature Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cutting Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Charging Station Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Chapter: 6 Operational States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Autonomous Mission State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Inactive Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Active Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Chapter: 7 Wire Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Station Loop Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Peripheral Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Station Loop, Peripheral Wire Configuration - Single Field Installation . 22
Chapter: 8 Using the Robot 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
ACTIONS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
SERVICE SETTINGS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
TECHNICIANS SETTINGS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter: 9 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Chapter: 10 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Winter Service Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
General Inspection and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Chapter: 11 Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sonar Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Bumper Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Front Lift Cushion Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Rear Lift Cushion Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Front Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Rear Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Gear Motor Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Cutting Motor Cable Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Lid Closure Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Chapter: 12 Robot Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Wheel Brush Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Groomer Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Chapter: 13 Torque References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Mower Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Electrical Box, Battery, and Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Lift Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Wheels, Motor, and Gear Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Cutting Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Electrical Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Main Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Main Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Cover and Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Gear Motor, Cutting Head, and Front Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Chapter: 14 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Weight and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Software and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Intelligence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

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error or omission in the information contained herein and gives no other warranty or undertaking as to its accuracy.
ECHO can accept no responsibility for damages, resulting from the use of the operating software. In addition, we refer
to the conditions of use specified in the license contract. ECHO reserves the right to amend this manual at any time
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ECHO and its affiliates are not liable for damages or losses related to such security breaches, any unauthorized access,
interference, intrusion, leakage, and theft of data or information.
This manual contains the original instructions. Information contained in this manual is provided as an indication and is
in no way contractual. It can be changed by ECHO, without the need for prior announcement. Obtain updated informa-
tion at www.echorobotics.com.
The robot has been designed to high safety standards. Risk is always possible. Read and understand all safety informa-
tion.
Genuine ECHO Robotics parts are available only from an authorized ECHO Robotics Dealer. Always supply a model and
serial number when purchasing parts and assemblies. Only use and authorized ECHO Robotics Dealer for service proce-
dures.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY SYMBOLS
1 Safety Information
Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you
will find safety alerts and helpful, informational
messages preceded by symbols or key words. The
following is an explanation of those symbols and key
words and what they mean to you.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which
WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not
avoided.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which
CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not
avoided.
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which
may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not
avoided.
The enclosed message provides information necessary
for the protection of the unit.
1.1 Safety Symbols
Safety and Information Label
Caution: The robot can be dangerous if misused.
Never place hands or feet under the robot while
it is powered ON.
Beware of projectiles.
Keep animals away from the robot.
Water cleaning with high pressure jet systems
can cause damage.
The robot is protected by an access code.
Read the technical manual before using the
robot.
Press the STOP button and wait for the cutting
disc to stop rotation before handling the robot.
Always keep a safe distance from the robot when
is it powered ON and the cutting discs are
rotating.
Do not ride on the robot.
Keep bystanders away from the robot.
Wear protective gloves when handling the robot.
The robot is equipped with an anti-theft system.
General Prohibition Symbol
This symbol means the specific action shown is
prohibited. Ignoring this symbol can result in
damage to property and serious or fatal injury.

CHARGING AND TURNING THE ROBOT ON
SAFETY SYMBOLS
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2 Charging and Turning
the Robot ON
1) Place the robot on the charging station. Turn the
charging station ON and charge the robot for a
minimum of 80 minutes.
2) Turn the robot ON. Use the power switch located
under the cover on the back of the robot.
3) Open the stop button lid to access the Smartbox.
4) Press and hold the start button for five seconds,
then release it. The start-up procedure takes
approximately two minutes.
If the Smartbox does not turn ON, return the robot to
the charging station and completely charge the
battery.
1 – Robot
2 – Charging station
1
2
ON
OFF
1 – Stop button lid
1 – Start button
1
Charging
31 2
6
8
0
4 5
7 9
X

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THEORY OF OPERATION
SAFETY SYMBOLS
3 Theory of Operation
The robot works in a random pattern. A peripheral wire buried in the ground defines the border of the working area.
The charging station energizes the peripheral wire which generates a magnetic field within the working area.
When the robot senses the magnetic field above the location of the peripheral wire, it stops, turns back into the
working area, and continues working.
The robot has obstacle detection sensors. When it detects an obstacle, it will slow down, make contact with it, then
perform a maneuver to avoid it.
The robot will automatically return to the charging station to charge it’s battery.
Robot Charging Procedure:
• the robot stops
• moves to the peripheral wire
• follows the track border to the station loop wire
• follows the station loop wire to the charging station
• docks at the charging station
1 – Robot 5 – Obstacle
2 – Working area 6 – Station loop wire
3 – Peripheral wire 7 – Track border
4 – Charging station
3
7
4
6
2
1
5
5

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
PERIPHERAL WIRE
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4 System Components
4.1 Peripheral Wire
The energized peripheral wire creates an electromag-
netic signal that is positive (+) inside the working area,
and negative (–) outside the working area.
The signal can encounter interference from:
• water pipes
• metal structures
• electric cables / power lines / electronic pet
fences
4.2 Station Loop Wire
The station loop wire guides the robot in and out of the
charging station.
4.3 Parcel
A parcel is the working area inside of a wire.
1 – Robot
2 – Charging station
3 – ECHO -branded peripheral wire (1000 ft. spool)
4 – Internet portal
5 – End user
Charging station
Peripheral wire
1
34
2
5
1
(– – – –)
(++++)
(++++)
(++++)
(++++)
(– – – –)(– – – –)
2
1 – Station loop wire
2 – Charging station
1 – Station loop wire
2 – Peripheral wire
1
2
Parcel 1
Parcel 2
1
2

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS
THE TRACK BORDER
4.4 The Track Border
The track border is a path the robot follows when
returning to a charging station.
The minimum width is 2.5 ft. (0.8m), the maximum
width is 10 ft. (3.0 m).
The robot randomly chooses a value between the
minimum and maximum width to avoid tracking.
If the robot encounters an obstacle on the track border
it will:
•backup
• turn around the obstacle with a 6 ft. (1.5 m)
arcing radius
• find the track border and continue moving along
it
1 – Peripheral wire
2 – Station loop
3 – Track border
3
2
1

ROBOT COMPONENTS
THE TRACK BORDER
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5 Robot Components
NOTE: The serial/model number and FCC labels are located on the bottom side of the stop button lid.
Chassis Assembly
A
A
1
2
3
4
8
7
5
5
6
5
10
12
9
18 17
14
13
13
20 11
14
16
17
19 15
5
5
12
20
23
21
21
Cover Assembly
22
1 – Stop button lid/ 13 – Rear wheel
2 – Smartbox 14 – Ball deviation flap kit
3 – Left wheel brush 15 – Chassis
4 – Left charge panel 16 – Cutting head
5 – Sonar sensor 17 – Blade guard
6 – Bumper 18 – Front wheel
7 – Right charge panel 19 – Coil
8 – Right wheel brush 20 – Front lift sensor
9 – Cutting height assembly 21 – Wheel motor
10 – Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) battery 22 – FCC Label
11 – Groomer kit 23 – Serial number label
12 – Rear lift sensor

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ROBOT COMPONENTS
STOP BUTTON
5.1 STOP Button
Press or lift the stop button lid to stop the robot.
5.1.1 The Smartbox
Lift the stop button lid to access the Smartbox. Use the
Smartbox to set configuration parameters.
The LCD menu
The LCD menu provides a graphical user interface for
the robot.
5.2 Sonar Sensors and Bumper
The sonar sensors and bumper detect obstacles.
Sonar Sensors:
• transmit a signal of 40 kHz
• detect obstacles which have a minimum height
of 15.7 in. (400 mm), and a minimum width of
2.0 in. (50 mm)
• process reflected signals from obstacles
The robot will reduce its speed to less than 0.5 mph
(0.2 m/s) when an obstacle is detected.
1 – Stop button
1 – Numeric buttons – Press to select menu choices and enter
numeric values.
2 – LED menu – Displays the current information.
3 – Power ON/OFF LED – Indicates the Smartbox is switched ON.
4 – ON button – Press to turn the Smartbox ON.
5 – Navigation buttons – Press to highlight menu options.
6 – Back button – Press to exit a menu and return to previous
level.
7 – Accept button – Press to accept an operation or setting.
8 – Service menu button – Press to access the service menu.
9 – Settings menu button – Press to access the settings menu and
define operational settings.
10 – Actions menu button – Press to access the actions menu.
1
31 2
6
8
0
4 5
7 9
X
10 9 8 7
1 2
5
4
6
3
1 – Name – A user assigns this name to the robot.
2 – Battery charge level – Percentage of battery charge
3 – Message – Shows the current status of the robot (also displays
error messages).
4 – Time and date – 24-hour clock only.
1 – Sonar sensor
2 – Bumper
12
3
4
2
1
1
1
1
1

ROBOT COMPONENTS
LIFT SENSORS AND COVER DISPLACEMENT SENSORS
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Bumper:
When the bumper contacts an object, the robot will
stop, move backward, turn between 60° and 120°, then
continue moving forward.
5.3 Lift Sensors and Cover Displacement
Sensors
Each sensor is attached to the cover and the chassis of
the robot. The font sensors lift sensors detect if the
cover is lifted. The rear sensors detect if the cover is
lifted or moved horizontally.
Lifting the cover will stop all functions of the robot.
Moving the cover horizontally will cause the robot to
move backward, turn between 60° and 120°, and
continue moving forward.
5.4 Coil
The coil detects the intensity of the electromagnetic
field generated by the peripheral wire.
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;ϱϬŵŵͿ
шϭϲϬŝŶ
;ϰϬϬŵŵͿ
60° - 120°
1 – Front lift sensor
2 – Rear lift sensor
1 – Coil location on robot
2 – Coil assembly
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
2

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ROBOT COMPONENTS
TILT, ROLLOVER, AND TEMPERATURE SENSORS
5.5 Tilt, Rollover, and Temperature Sensors
These sensors are located on the main circuit board
inside of the electrical box.
Tilt Sensor - The tilt sensor detects the angle of the
slope on which the robot is working. If this angle
exceeds 30° (58%), an alarm will be raised and the
robot will stop moving.
Rollover Sensor - The rollover sensor detects if the
robot has been tipped upside down.
Temperature Sensor - The temperature sensor
measures the ambient outdoor temperature. It will
prevent the robot from operating if the temperature is
too low. The minimum temperature is a programmed
operating parameter.
5.6 Cutting Head
The robot has five cutting head assemblies.
5.7 Charging Station Components
1 – Bracket unit 5 – Anti friction disc
2 – Cable gland 6 – Cutting blade
3 – Motor case 7 – Lower stay
4 – Blade disc 8 – Upper stay
1
3
24
5
6
7
8
1 – Enclosure top
2 – Debris cover
3 – Charging arm
4 – Enclosure base
5 – Input panel / Serial number location
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
5
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OPERATIONAL STATES
AUTONOMOUS MISSION STATE
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6 Operational States
6.1 Autonomous Mission State
The robot performs programmed instructions within
specific modes when in the Autonomous Mission State.
NOTE: Remotely programmed instructions can be
over-ridden by instructions activated from the
Smartbox.
6.1.1 Go Zone Mode
Go Zone Mode commands the robot to leave the
charging station and start working.
• at Point A it begins to follow the Filed 1 track
border
• at Point B it turns into the field to begin working
The distance traveled along the track border and the
angle at which the robot turns into the field are speci-
fied in the StartZone parameters.
Multi -Field Installation
A multi-field installation includes:
• one station loop wire
• two peripheral wires
• one charging station
•onerobot
A start zone parameter determines which field the
robot will start working in before it leaves the charging
station.
The robot can be programmed to work in a specific
area during a specific time.
The robot can also be programmed to work in a specific
area based on a pre-programmed percentage value.
Over a period of time the robot ensures that it starts in
each field according to programmed percentage
values.
Operational
State Description
Autonomous
Mission State
The robot operates in cycles in which it
works or charges the battery.
Inactive State
The robot can enter an inactive state if
there is a condition that causes the
Autonomous Mission State to stop. The
robot will return to the autonomous
mission state when the problem has been
resolved or when a specific command has
been issued.
Service State
Initiate this state to access the
Demonstration and Maintenance Test
modes.
Autonomous
Mission Modes Robot Function
Go Zone Mode Leave the charging station and start
working.
Work Mode Mows the grass in a random pattern.
Go to charging
station Mode Returns to the charging station.
Charge Mode Connects to the charging station and
charges the battery.
Wait In Station Mode Remains at the charging station.
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B

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OPERATIONAL STATES
AUTONOMOUS MISSION STATE
The following describes the path of the robot exiting
the field for a multi-field installation:
• at Point A the robot begins to follow the Field 1
track border
• at Point B it turns into the Field 2 track border
(this is where the fields overlap)
• at Point C it turns into Field 2
The distance traveled along the Field 2 track border,
and the angle at which the robot turns into Field 2, is
specified in the StartZone parameters for Field 2.
6.1.2 Work Mode
In the work mode the robot operates within the
working area at a default speed of 2.2 mph (1.0 m/s).
When the robot approaches the peripheral wire it
slows down and crosses over it by a predefined
distance. It will then stop, move in reverse, turn
randomly between 60° and 120° and continue in a new
direction.
6.1.3 Go To Charging Station Mode
When working, the robot checks its current conditions
and programmed instructions. Examples are:
• the battery needs to be charged
• programmed working time has ended (for
multi-field installations, this corresponds to the
schedule for the field which the robot is currently
working)
• a remote command has been issued
As a result of the condition or programmed instruction,
the robot will return to the charging station and enter
the charge mode.
1 – Field 1 track border
2 – Field 2 track border
B
C
1
2
A
1 – Peripheral wire
1

OPERATIONAL STATES
AUTONOMOUS MISSION STATE
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Single Field With Station Loop
• at Point A the robot moves towards the periph-
eral wire
• at Point B it follows the track border and begins
to return to the charging station
• at Point C it follows the station loop wire until it
docks at the charging station
Two Fields With Station Loop
• at Point A, the robot begins to return to the
charging station
• at Point B it begins to follow the Field 2 track
border
• at Point C it follows the Field 1 track border
• at Point D it follows the station loop wire until it
docks at the charging station
6.1.4 Charge Mode
This mode instructs the robot to dock and remain in the
charging station until the battery is fully charged.
The next operations depend on programming and
external conditions.
The robot will remain at the charging station if:
• rest periods have been scheduled
• it has been programmed to stay in the station
• the outside temperature is too low
The robot will remain at the charging station once the
battery has been charged until:
• the normal program needs to commence
• a specific command is issued
1 – Peripheral wire
B
A
C
1
1 – Field 2 peripheral wire
2 – Field 2 track border
3 – Field 1 track border
D
B
A
C
1
3
2

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OPERATIONAL STATES
INACTIVE MODES
6.1.5 Wait In Charging Station Mode
This mode instructs the robot to stay in the charging
station until normal programming starts or a specific
command is issued.
6.2 Inactive Modes
There are four inactive modes:
•AlarmMode
• Standby Mode
• SelfTest Mode
• OFF Mode
6.2.1 Alarm Mode
The robot enters the alarm mode when it encounters a
problem. If the problem is not corrected it enters the
OFF mode. When the problem is corrected the user can
manually clear the alarm.
6.2.2 Standby Mode
The robot will enter the Standby mode if:
• the autonomous mission has been stopped due
to an external command
• an problem has been corrected and the alarm
cleared
• it is manually switched ON
6.2.3 Self Test Mode
When the robot is in the Standby Mode it will perform
a self-test to check the integrity of:
• internal electronics
•sensors
• mechanical operation
• operating software
When the result of the self-test is successful, it will
resume the autonomous working state. If the result of
the self test is not successful, it will register an alarm.
6.2.4 OFF Mode
The robot will be in the OFF mode when:
• it has been manually switched OFF
• an alarm situation has not been corrected after a
certain period of time
6.3 Active Modes
Active modes are available in the Technician Settings
menu.
Active modes include:
• Infrastructure
• Mobile connection
• Advanced Parameters
•Service
•Demonstration
6.3.1 Demonstration Mode
OPERATIONAL HAZARD
The robot will ignore the electromagnetic field gen-
erated by the peripheral wire when operating in
demonstration mode.
• Do not leave the robot unsupervised when it is
operating in demonstration mode.

WIRE INSTALLATION
STATION LOOP WIRE
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7 Wire Installation
IMPORTANT: Only use peripheral wire which is
supplied by ECHO Inc.
Avoid holes, ruts, obstacles, and standing water when
installing peripheral wire.
Install islands or pseudo islands to avoid obstacles
To avoid standing water and damp areas:
• install drains
• restrict access to the area
• install islands or pseudo-islands
7.1 Station Loop Wire
The station loop wire starts and ends at a charging
station.
Install the station loop wire completely inside of the
field (Figure A), or partially inside of the field (Figure
B).The wire must extend a minimum of 11.5 ft. (3.5 m)
into the field.
The distance between the center of the charging
station and the end of the station loop wire must be a
minimum of 8.5 ft. (2.5 m).
1 – Station loop wire
2 – Charging station
ϴϱŌ
(2.5 m)
ϭϭϱŌ
(3.5 m)
ϴϱŌ
(2.5 m)
ϭϭϱŌ
(3.5 m)
ϴϱŌ
(2.5 m)
ϴϱŌ
(2.5 m)
A
B
2
1
2
1

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WIRE INSTALLATION
PERIPHERAL WIRE
7.1.1 Minimum Installation Dimensions
for Multiple Robots
This installation ensures that robots will not collide
with each other or with the charging station. The
following figure shows minimum dimensions.
If the station loop wire is completely inside of the
peripheral wire, install as shown:
If the station loop wire is partially inside of the periph-
eral wire, install as shown:
7.2 Peripheral Wire
The peripheral wire defines the working area.
• Each peripheral wire is assigned to a different
signal channel in the charging station (the
charging station must contain one signal channel
board for each peripheral wire).
• Each peripheral wire must overlap with its neigh-
boring one.
• Each pair of peripheral wires which overlap must
be designated as neighboring fields.
• The ends of each peripheral wire are connected
to a single charging station.
• Install the wire in a clockwise direction around
the field.
• Do not cross or form loops with the wire.
• Minimum wire length is 656 ft. (200 m). If this
minimum length is not possible, install Inductive
Coil Kit, P/N M114000040.
• Maximum peripheral wire length is 3937 ft.
(1,200 m).
Use a second charging station when:
• the total length of the peripheral wire (including
islands and pseudo-islands) exceeds 3,281 ft.
(1,000 m)
• more than five obstacles are on the track border
Peripheral wire installation angles must be greater
than 90°, with a radius greater than or equal to 3.3 ft.
(1.0 m).
Obstacles may require specific placement of the
peripheral wire, or the use of islands or pseudo-islands.
1 – Station loop wire
2 – Peripheral wire
3 – Charging station
1 – Station loop wire
2 – Peripheral wire
ϲϱŌ
(2.0 m)
ϭϲϱŌ
(5.0 m)
ZϴϱŌ
(2.5 m)
ϭϭϱŌ
(3.5 m)
1
2
3
ϲϱŌ
(2 m)
ϭϲϱŌ
(5.0 m)
1
2
1 – Peripheral wire
1
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WIRE INSTALLATION
PERIPHERAL WIRE
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7.2.1 Installation for Multiple Robots
This installation ensures that robots will not collide
with each other, or with the charging station. The
following figure shows minimum dimensions.
7.2.2 Installation Next to Landscaping
NOTE: The dimensional values shown apply when the
wire crossing distance parameter is at the default
setting of 8.0 in. (200 mm). This is the distance the
robot travels past a peripheral wire. When the robot
reaches this distance it will turn back into the working
area.
Rough grass that does not need to be mowed:
Raised hard landscaping:
Hard landscaping level with grass:
NOTE: A path that crosses the field to be mowed should
be level with the grass.
Lawn-level planting (e.g. flower bed).
1 – Charging station 4 – Obstacle free zone
2 – Station loop wire 5 – Track border
3 – Peripheral wire 6 –
1 – Rough grass
2 – Peripheral wire
ϭϲϱŌ
(5.0 m)
ϭϲϱŌ
(5.0 m)
ϯϵϱŌ
(12.0 m)
ϮϱŌ
(720 mm)
4
3
1
2
5
20 in.
(510 mm)
2
1
1 – Terrace / Path / Wall
2 – Peripheral wire
3 – Area not mowed
1 – Terrace / Path
2 – Peripheral wire
1 – Flower bed
2 – Peripheral wire
3 – Area not mowed
ϮϵϱŝŶ
(750 mm)
ϵϱŝŶ
(240 mm)
3
2
1
11.8 in.
(300 mm)
2
1
ϮϵϱŝŶ
(750 mm)
3.5 in.
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1
2
3