Friendly Robotics RV Series User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Friendly Robotics robotic
surface cleaner! This cleaner will make your life easier by vacuuming
while you enjoy other activities. Use the robotic surface cleaner in
between regular vacuuming to keep your carpet surface clean and
your home ready for your family and guests.
Model No.: ___________________________
Serial No.: ________________________________
We suggest that you attach your sales receipt to this manual and
keep it in a safe place. Verification of date of purchase may be
required for warranty service of your Friendly Robotics product.
REVIEW THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CLEANER
Important Safeguards……,2-3
Getting Started
Carton Contents…………...4
Cleaner Description………...5
How to Use
Pull-Line……………………6
Transporting……………….6
Batteries
First Use……………………7
How to Charge…………….7
Replacement/Recycling…..7
Before Cleaning
Room Preparation ….……..8
Cleaning Modes….………..8
Cleaning …………………….9
Advanced Features…….9-10
Sensors……..……………..9
Auto Depart……….…10-11
Child Lock…………...11-12
Sleep Mode …………….12
Maintenance
Emptying Dirt Cup …….13
Cleaning Filter………….14
Storage…………………..15
Brush Roll ………………..15
Display Messages………..16
Troubleshooting……….…17
Warranty…………………..18
2004 Friendly Robotics
If you need any assistance, please contact your dealer.
Table of Contents:
Welcome!
DOC4001A

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When using an electrical appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the
following:
READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
•Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Do not allow surface cleaner to be used as a toy or operated in an area with
unattended children.
•Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, feet and all parts of body away from openings,
rotating brush and any other moving parts. Do not operate cleaner in bare feet
or when wearing open toe shoes or sandals.
•Do not use to pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
•Do not use in a room with lit candles, burning fireplaces, lit oil lamps, and other
such lit items.
•Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline, or
fine wood sandings, or use in areas where they may be present.
•Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the
cleaner and the filter.
•Do not use without dirt cup or filters in place. Empty dirt cup and clean filter
frequently when picking up very fine materials such as powder.
•Do not get the filter wet. Do not operate the appliance with wet filters.
•Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce airflow.
•Move and secure all electrical cords, wires and cables out of reach of the surface
cleaner. Do not run appliance over electrical cords, wires or cables.
•Always turn off all controls, disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet and
surface cleaner and remove batteries before servicing the cleaner.
•Remove batteries from the surface cleaner if it will not be used for periods of
time greater than two weeks. Keep batteries fully charged for storage.
•Do not unplug by pulling on charger cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord. Never handle plug, battery or appliance with wet hands.
•Do not use with damaged charger cord, plug or batteries. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, take it to your dealer.

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•Use surface cleaner only for its intended use as described in the instructions.
Use only attachments recommended by Friendly Robotics; others may
cause hazards.
•Do not use to clean stairs.
•Do not incinerate this appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can
explode in a fire.
•Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge this
appliance.
•Use only the battery supplied by the manufacturer to power this device.
•Do not sit or stand on this device.
•Before using this device, remove objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords
for blinds or curtains, electrical cords, toys, and any fragile objects from the floor
surface.
•If the room to be cleaned contains a balcony, a physical barrier should be used
to prevent access to the balcony to ensure safe operation.
•Keep the charger and batteries away from heated surfaces.
•Hold the Pull-Line when rewinding. Do not allow the Pull-Line to whip
when rewinding.
•This product contains a sealed lead acid battery. Battery must be recycled.
•Do not lift unit by the bump guard. Always use carry handle.
READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE
THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important safety warning to prevent possible damage or injury in case of
robot falling of stairs/edge: Although the robotic surface cleaner is equipped
with sensors preventing its falling from stairs or any other edge, use extra
caution when it is operating near these areas, by making sure that nobody is
present along the stairway or nearby when the robot is in operation in such areas.

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Getting Started
Carton Contents
A. Robotic surface cleaner
B. Batteries (2)
C. Charger
The robot is packed with two
foam strips securing it
during shipment. After
removing the robot from the
carton, first grasp the foam
at (H) and pull up, then at
(I) and pull down.
Using the rear portion of the robot,
tilt the robot onto its back.
DO NOT LIFT THE ROBOT BY THE
BUMP GUARD (J).
Pull up to remove the
foam strip (K). Discard
both foam pieces.
Lift handle (L) of robot. With battery terminals (M) toward
cleaner, slide batteries (B) into
place. Lower handle.
Plug charger (C) into wall outlet,
then into robot. Charging the
batteries to full power will take
approximately 8-12 hours (see
"The Batteries" section)
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Cleaner Description
A. Carry Handle
B. Pull-line feature
C. Dirt Cup
D. Battery Compartment
(under handle)
E. Bump Guard
F. Cleaning Mode Selector
G. Scroll Buttons
H. Display Window
I. Battery Indicator Light
J. Check Display Light
K. Stand-by Light
L. Child Lock Light
M. Start Button
N. Stop Button
P. Caster
Q. Brush Roll
R. Drive Wheels
S. Dirt Intake Nozzle
T. Stair Sensors
TIP
To reduce the
carrying weight of
the robot, the
batteries can be
removed and carried
separately.

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How to use
The Pull-Line feature
Tip
The robot will reserve
enough power when it has
completed its cleaning to be
moved by the Pull-line to
the charging location.
The Pull-line feature (A) is used
to move the robot forward and
steer it left or right without lifting it.
How to carry
Pull the Pull-line (A) out, and
pull it either forward, left or right in
the direction you want the robot
to move.
The Pull-line automatically
retracts to its storage position when
it is not being pulled. Continue to
hold the line while it retracts.
Lift handle latch (B) to
release and raise carry
handle (C).
The robot should
never be carried by
the bump guard (D).
To reduce the carrying
weight of the robot
and prevent possible
injuries, the batteries
can be removed and
carried separately.
To remove the batteries,
lift the handle of robot.
Lift out each battery.
Replace batteries with
terminals (E) toward the
cleaner. Lower handle
and press down until it
latches.
Proper carrying and
lifting of the robot
may prevent
injuries.

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The Batteries
First use
Before using your robot for the first
time, the batteries will need approxi-
mately 8-12 hours to achieve a full
charge.
During operation
Several events will indicate that the
batteries need to be charged:
• The Battery Light will glow red
and the robot will stop cleaning.
• An "E1" error code is displayed
When the battery power is low, all
of the safety functions of the robot will
be fully functional. The Pull-line will
also function unless an "E1" error mes-
sage is displayed. (See "Display
Messages" section)
How to charge
Take the robot near an electrical
outlet by using the Pull-line
feature or carrying handle.
Turn the Cleaning Mode
Selector to OFF
TIP
When the battery
power is low, all of
the safety functions
of the robot will be
fully functional.
Plug charger into
wall outlet, then into
robot.
While the batteries are
charging, the Battery
Light (A) will flash
green. When the
batteries are fully
charged, the Battery
Light will glow steady
green.
• Charging the batteries
to full power will take
approximately 8 to 12
hours.
• The robot will clean for
approximately 1 hour on
carpet and slightly longer
on hard surface floors
when fully charged.
•To maintain battery life,
charge batteries after
each use and keep fully
charged when robot is
not in use.
• If storing the robot for
more than two weeks, it
is recommended that the
batteries be fully
recharged and then
removed from the robot
to maintain battery life.
Battery Replacement/
Recycling
Your cleaner contains sealed lead
acid batteries that must be
recycled.
When these batteries no longer
recharge, the batteries must be
removed and managed in
accordance with state
(province) laws. If you want to
replace the batteries in the
robot, contact your dealer.

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Before Cleaning
Tip
Remove obstacles,
such as toys, shoes,
magazines etc. from
the floor where the
robot will be
cleaning.
Room preparations
Review the Important Safeguards on pages 2 and 3.
To maximize the cleaning potential, it is recommended that you:
•Remove objects like clothing, loose papers, pull cords for blinds or
curtains, electrical cords, toys and fragile objects from the floor surface.
•Move and secure all electrical cords, wires and cables out of the reach of
the robotic cleaner.
•Close exterior doors.
Robot Cleaning Modes
Cleaning Selector (A)
The robot has four
settings.
OFF for when the robot
is charging or not
in use.
Spot Clean (shown in
display (B) as "CL 1")
cleans a small area in a
spiral motion.
Use this mode to clean
a small dry spill or
small area.
The robot will spiral out-
ward to maximum of 6
ft., or until it encounters
an obstacle. It will then
travel back to the center
and stop.
Quick Clean (Display
"CL 2") cleans an aver-
age size room (up to
400 sq. ft., 37 m2) in
about 30 minutes,
making parallel passes.
If the robot encounters
an obstacle, it will
either contour it or turn
around and continue
cleaning.
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• Use the pull-line feature or
carrying
handle to move the robot into the
room to be cleaned.
• Close doors to limit the robot to
the area you want to clean.
• Turn the Cleaning Selector to the
desired setting.
• Press the START button - the
robot will go through a self
diagnostic phase. If everything is
fine, the robot will begin cleaning.
If not, a message will be displayed
on the display window.
• When the unit starts the cleaning
program, it will show a moving
line in the display window.
• To end cleaning, press the STOP
buttonor wait until itstops for a low
batterycondition.
TIP
When the robot
detects an obstacle,
it will stop, turn
around and continue
cleaning in the
direction from
which it came.
The robot is equipped
with multi-directional
sensors, which help
prevent it from bump-
ing into walls and
other obstacles such
as furniture.
When the robot
detects an obstacle, it
will stop, turn around
and continue cleaning
in the direction from
which it came.
As a back-up, the robot
is also equipped with a
bump guard (A). If it
does bump into an
obstacle, the robot will
stop, back up, turn
around and continue
cleaning in the direc-
tion in which it came.
Max Clean (Display "CL 3") cleans an
average room (up to 400 sq. ft.,
37 m2) in about 1 hour. The robot
makes overlapping passes to more
thoroughly clean the area.
In cleaning modes, Quick (CL 2)
and Max (CL 3), the robot will con-
tinue to clean until either the bat-
tery charge becomes too low or the
STOP button is pressed.
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Sensors (continued)
TIP
Keep top stair
clear of clutter The stair sensor allows the robot to
detect a drop in the floor of 4 or
more inches (10cm) and prevents
the robot from falling down steps.
When the robot senses a stair, it will
stop, back up, turn around and con-
tinue cleaning in the direction from
which it came.
Auto Depart
The Auto Depart feature
allows you to program the
robot to start cleaning on its
own after a designated
amount of time.
To set the Auto
Depart timer:
• Position robot in
area to be cleaned.
• Set the Cleaning
Mode Selector (A) to
either Max or
Quick Clean.
• Press the up or
down scroll button
until desired amount
of time you want the
robot to wait shows in
the display window.
The timer can be set
in 15 minute incre-
ments, up to 12 hours
maximum. Each single
press of the scroll
button will
increase/decrease the
clock by 15 minute
increments. If a scroll
button is held down,
the clock will change in
1 hour increments.
The Stand-by
Indicator Light (C)
will flash red.
The time remaining
on the countdown
will flash every 2 to
3 seconds. During
the final 15 minutes,
the time remaining
will be fully dis-
played and an audi-
ble signal will
sound every 5
minutes. An audible
signal will also
sound during the
final 15 seconds of
the countdown to
signal that the robot
is about to start
cleaning.
NOTE: Be sure chil-
dren and all obsta-
cles are clear of
robot's operating
path at the time of
its delayed
departure.
Press the START
button (B).
Cleaning
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To ensure proper functioning of
the stair sensor, keep the top step
clear of clutter.
Periodically clean the stair sensors,
located on the underside of the
robot, with a soft cloth
(see Fig. 8, callout "T").
* Important safety warning to
prevent possible damage or injury in
case of robot falling of stairs/edge:
Although the robotic surface cleaner is
equipped with sensors preventing its
falling from stairs or any other edge,
use extra caution when it is operating
near these areas, by making sure that
nobody is present along the stairway or
nearby when the robot is in operation in
such areas.
* Move and secure all electrical cords,
wires and cables out of reach of the
surface cleaner. Do not run appliance
over electrical cords, wires or cables.

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Auto Depart (continued)
When the timer has completed the
countdown, the robot will begin to
clean the area where it is located,
using the mode selected. The Auto
Depart timer will need to be reset
each time Auto Depart cleaning is
desired.
To disable the Auto Depart during
the countdown, turn the Cleaning
Selector (A) to OFF.
TIP
To set Auto Depart
time: Press scroll
button once for 15
minute intervals -
hold button for 1
hour intervals.
The Child Lock prevents the
robot from starting when the
START button is pressed.
To set the Child Lock:
• Set the Cleaning Selector to OFF
• Press STOP
• Press LOCK (UP arrow) TWICE
• All button presses must be
completed within 10 seconds
of each other.
The Child Lock indicator light (B)
will glow amber.
The display will show "Child Lock"
if a button is pressed while in the
Child Lock Mode.
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Child Lock
(continued)
TIP
The Sleep Mode
conserves battery
life. To "awaken" the
robot, press a
button or pull out
the Pull-line cord.
To temporarily disable the Child Lock:
• Set the Cleaning Selector to SPOT,
QUICK or MAX
• Press STOP
• Press UNLOCK (DOWN arrow)
TWICE
NOTE: All button presses must be
completed within 10 seconds of
each other.
• Set cleaning mode selection and
press START within 15 seconds of
temporarily disabling Child Lock.
This will allow the robot to clean an
area upon demand.
When it is finished, the Child
Lock is automatically reset.
The Child Lock indicator light
will flash amber while the Child
Lock is temporarily disabled.
To completely disable the
Child Lock:
• Set the Cleaning Selector
to OFF
• Press STOP
• Press UNLOCK
(DOWN arrow) TWICE
The Child Lock indicator
light will turn off.
Sleep Mode
After a period of 60
seconds of inactivity,
the robot will enter
Sleep Mode to
conserve battery
power. When the
robot enters Sleep
Mode, the Stand-by
Indicator Light (A) will
flash red.
The display window
will be blank UNLESS
Auto Depart is set.
(see "Auto Depart"
section)
To "awaken" the robot,
press a button, or pull
out the Pull-line
cord.
Once the robot has
"awakened", the display
window (B) will show
the current selection
(CL1,CL2,CL3)or an
error code if a problem
has been encountered.
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Maintenance
TIP
DO NOT tap soft
pleated sides of filter
as this could damage
the filter.
DO NOT get the
filter wet. The filter
is not washable.
The dirt cup
When to empty
It is recommended that the dirt cup
be emptied before the dirt reaches
the dirt opening at the top of the
dirt cup, or after every use if
preferred.
• The "Check Display" indicator
light will flash red when the dirt
cup is full.
• If the display window reads "E4",
then the dirt cup and filter should
be emptied and cleaned. A clogged
nozzle or airpath could also cause
the "E4" to be displayed.
How to empty
Turn Cleaning Selector to the
OFF position. Lift up carrying
handle (A).
Note: Very fine materials, such
as face powder or cornstarch,
may seal the filter and cause
loss of suction. When using
the robot for this type of dust,
empty the cup and clean the
filters often.
Lift dirt cup (B) out of robot. Pull open dirt cup door (C). Empty
contents into a trash can.
If debris has collected in the dirt tube,
(D), it can be removed and emptied. Lift
up on tube handle and pull to remove
tube. To replace, snap into place.
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Align tabs on bottom of dirt
cup door with slots in cup.
Snap dirt cup door closed. Slide
dirt cup back into robot.
Lower carrying handle.
Do not use the robot without
the dirt cup or filters in place.
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Maintenance
How to clean the filter
Remove dirt cup and open dirt cup
door as shown in Figs. 37 and 38.
Slide the filter assembly (E) out of the
door (F) as shown.
Remove filter from dirt cup door. Tap
end of filter against the side of a trash
can until no more dust particles fall
from the filter. DO NOT tap soft
pleated sides of filter as this could
damage the filter. DO NOT rinse or
wash the filter.
TIP
It is recommended
that the robot be
fully charged before
storing it to maximize
battery life.
Wipe debris off pre-filter screen (G).
The pre-filter screen can be rinsed
with water. Allow pre filter to dry
thoroughly.
Press filter back into place.
Close dirt cup door and
replace dirt cup into robot.
Should you want to replace this
filter, please contact your dealer.
Do not operate the robot without
any of the filters in place.
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Storage and Brush Roll
Storage
TIP
DO NOT lift
the robot by
the bump guard!
NOTE: New brushes can be
purchased and installed at
your dealer.
It is recommended that the robot be fully charged before storing it.
Store robot with Cleaning Selector in the OFF position.
If storing the robot for more than two weeks, it is recommended that you
first fully charge the batteries, and then remove the batteries from the
robot to maintain battery life.
Cleaning the brush roll
The brush roll (A) can be removed
and cleaned if there is something
tangled or caught on it.
Turn selector to OFF.
Press and hold the UNLOCK (down
arrow) button until you hear a beep and
brush roll "click" down.
Remove the batteries as described in
Fig, 12.
Pull up on tab (B) behind brush roll and
remove the brush roll.
Remove tangled or caught
items from brush roll.
Press both ends of brush roll to make
sure it is secure.
Using the rear portion of the robot,
tilt it back into its wheels.
Do not lift the robot by the bump
guard.
Re-insert batteries.
Using the rear portion of the robot,
tilt the robot onto its back.
DO NOT LIFT THE ROBOT BY
THE BUMP GUARD.
To reposition the brush roll, align it
with the top of the nozzle opening (C)
and press to snap it in place.
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Display Messages
Display Message
Call Help (01-15)
What it means
Robot requires service
by an authorized technician.
What you should do
Call your dealer
E1 The battery voltage has reached
a critically low level.
Completely charge the batteries
immediately to avoid
permanent damage.
E2 (after pressing START)
E2 (during cleaning)
You are trying to start it too
too close to a stair.
The robot is trapped and can't
find its way out.
Brush roll or drive wheels
jammed.
Start it up in a location away from
steps.
Remove the robot from its
trapped location. Clear brush roll
and drive wheels.
E3 The Bump Guard is caught or snag-
ged on something. Robot is sitting
on an uneven surface.
Reposition robot and make sure
the Bump Guard is free.
The airflow is restricted in
some way (dirt cup full,
blockage in nozzle or air duct).
Dirt cup missing.
Empty dirt cup.
Check for blockages
(see "Maintenance" section).
Replace dirt cup.
E5 The Pull-Line cord is
not fully retracted.
Make sure the Pull-Line cord is
fully retracted before pressing
START.
E6 The brush roll is jammed
or missing.
Remove any items that are caught
in the brush roll. Make sure brush
roll is positioned properly (see
"Brush Roll" section)
E7 Charging problem.
The charger is plugged into
the port, but no voltage is
going to the batteries.
Make sure the charger is
plugged into the wall; make sure
the fuse or breaker is set for the
wall plug. If so, call your dealer.
E8 Moisture detected in air path. The robot has picked up a liquid.
Dry out robot, including dirt cup
and filter, thoroughly.
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Troubleshooting
If a problem is encountered that is not quickly resolved using the recommended solution, please contact your
dealer.
Problem
Possible cause
Short battery run time after a
full charging session
Battery/batteries are damaged
Replace both batteries. Contact
Service Center.
Robot not waking up
• Battery fuse is missing/burnt
• Batteries are weak/dead
Contact your dealer.
Noise from brush
• Debris stuck in brush
• Brush side covers not properly
installed
• Check brush for stuck debris.
• Check side covers and brushes
for correct assembly.
Robot avoids a dark area,
threshold
Stair sensors malfunction
Clean stair sensors (see text
under Fig. 26).
Robot rotates and change dir-
ection in the middle of the
room, with no reason
Multi-directional system false alarm
Clean the bumper screen.
Pull-Line cord does not retract
Faulty Pull-Line cord
Contact your dealer to replace.
Pull-Line cord does not function
• Pull-Line cord has been disabled
during startup
• Faulty Pull-Line cord
• Retract the Pull-Line cord,
remove and re-install the
batteries.
• Contact your dealer to
replace.

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Friendly Robotics RV Series Limited Warranty
Friendly Robotics warrants to the original purchaser that the RV series ‘Product’ is free from defects in materials and
workmanship when used under normal residential* purposes for a period of 12 months, beginning from the date of
purchase. Product accessories, including replacement batteries, are warranted for a period of ninety days from the date
of purchase. This warranty provides for the cost of parts and labor to repair covered defects when performed by an
authorized Friendly Robotics service and warranty facility. A valid proof of purchase is required for warranty repairs.
The limited warranty does not cover transportation costs of any kind. The owner bears all responsibility for
transportation costs to an authorized Friendly Robotics service and warranty facility.
*Normal residential purposes is defined as use of the product on the same lot as your primary home. Use at more than
one location is considered commercial use, and this warranty would not apply.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
This express warranty does not cover the following:
•Any product or part that has been altered, misused, abused or requires replacement or repair due to accidents or
lack of proper maintenance.
•Normal wear and tear, including brushes, filter and fading of paint or plastic parts.
•Any costs or damages associated with improper use of product.
•Any product that has been opened, repaired, modified or altered by anyone other than a Friendly Robotics
authorized repair facility.
•Repairs necessary due to improper battery care and/or improper charging process such as charging in wet
conditions, electrical supply irregularities, or failure to properly prepare the robotic surface cleaner or battery prior
to any period of non-use.
•Repairs necessary due to water damage or any acts of God.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
Should you feel your Friendly Robotics product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, contact the retailer
from whom you purchased the product.
Owner Responsibilities
You must maintain and care for your Friendly Robotics product by following the maintenance and care procedures
described in this manual. Routine maintenance, whether performed by a service provider or by you, is at your expense.
General Conditions
Repair by an authorized Friendly Robotics service and warranty repair facility is your sole remedy under this
warranty. There is no other express or implied warranty. All implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for use
are limited to the duration of this express warranty. Friendly Robotics is not liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of the Friendly Robotics Product covered by this warranty,
including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction
or non-use pending completion of repairs under this warranty. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitations
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state.
Friendly Robotics®products are manufactured by F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd.
Always follow the safety instructions specified in this Manual