Robomower RS612 User manual

Robotic Mower
Original Operating Instructions (EN)
RS612 / RS622 / RS630
TS1000 / TS1800
MS1000 / MS1800
Operating Manual
WWW.ROBOMOW.COM / WWW.ROBOMOW.EU
DOC6011A

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Robomow RS models
The products are manufactured by F. Robotics Acquisitions (Friendly Robotics).
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Product, product specifications and this document are subject to change without notice. All other trademarks are property of
their respective owners.
Welcome to the world of home robotics with the Friendly Robotics Robomow!
Thank you for purchasing our product. We know that you will enjoy the extra free time you will have while using Robomow to mow your
lawn. When set up and used properly, Robomow will operate safely on your lawn and provide you with a quality of cut matched by a
few mowers of any kind. You will be impressed with your lawn’s appearance and best of all, Robomow did it for you.
IMPORTANT!
The following pages contain important safety and operating instructions. Please read and follow all instructions in this
manual. Carefully read and review all safety instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this manual. Failure to
read and follow these instructions, warnings and cautionary statements may result in severe injury or death to persons
and pets or damage to personal property.
- EU Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd.
Hatzabar St., Industrial Zone
P.O.Box 1412 Pardesiya,
42815 Israel
The products covered by this Declaration
26 Volt Battery operated Robotic Lawn Mower model:
Robomow RS models (with Base Station)
F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd. declares under sole responsibility that the products identified above conform to the Directives below:
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
Standards referenced: EN ISO 12100:2010.
- EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Standards referenced: EN 55014-1:2011. EN 55014-2:2008. EN 61000-3-2:2006. EN 61000-3-3:2008.
- Noise Directive 2000/14/EC
Standards referenced: BS EN ISO 3744:2010. ISO 11094:1991.
- RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
Technical file representative:
Mr. Gerome De Schutter Friendly Robotics BV.
Address: Expeditieweg 4-6, Andelst 6673, Netherlands.
I hereby declare that the above product conforms to the requirements as specified above.
Shai Abramson – Senior VP R&D
F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd.
Israel
26 November 2013

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Warning Decal Definitions
These are the symbols on Robomow®; Read them carefully before operating Robomow®.
DANGER! Sharp rotating blades. Keep hands and feet away.
Serious injury can occur. Caution – Do not touch rotating blade(s)
1. Safety alerts symbol – WARNING – This is a dangerous power tool.
Use care when operating and follow all safety instructions and warnings.
2. Read Operating & Safety Manual – Read user instructions before operating your Robomow.
3. Hazard of thrown or flying objects – Whole body exposure. Take caution.
4. Keep a safe distance from Robomowwhen operating.
Keep people in particular children, pets and bystanders away from the area in which Robomowis being used.
5. Severing of toes or fingers – Rotary mower blade. Risk of injury from rotating cutting blade.
Keep hands and feet away and do not attempt to lift Robomowfrom this area.
6. Operate the disabling device before working on or lifting Robomow®.
7. Do not ride on Robomow®.
Do not dispose Robomow® or any other part of it as unsorted
municipal waste – it should be collected separately.
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WARNING!
This warning symbol will be found at several
points throughout the pages of this manual.
It is intended to highlight an important safety,
warning or cautionary message.
Please pay particular attention to these
areas and be sure you fully understand
the message before proceeding.

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Safety Warnings & Precautions
Use
1. Read this Operating and Safety Manual carefully and be familiar with the controls and the proper use of Robomow®before
operating Robomow®.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use Robomow®.
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
4. It is strongly recommended to use the Child Lock or Anti-Theft (4 PIN code) option in order to prevent operation by children or
others who are not familiar with Robomow®operation.
5. Never let Robomow®operate without supervision, unless the zone is totally fenced and there is no access to people to reach
the lawn.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
7. Wear eyes protection and use gloves when installing the Perimeter Wire and driving the wire stakes/pegs. Firmly drive all pegs in
order to keep the wire from becoming a tripping hazard.
8. Make sure to layout and install the Perimeter Wire according to the instructions.
9. Inspect the area mowed by Robomow®, and remove stones, sticks, wires, bones and other objects, once a week. Objects struck by
the blades may be thrown and cause severe injuries to people.
10. In case of abnormal vibrations, stop the mower, switch off the Safety Switch and check for any damage of the blade. Replace worn
or damaged blades to preserve balance. If vibration continues, call for service.
11. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting blades and other moving parts.
12. Always switch off the Safety Switch before lifting the mower or attempting any adjustments. Do not to touch the blades before
the blades have come to a complete stop.
13. Never attempt to service or adjust the mower while it is in operation.
14. When programming the automatic schedule, do not leave the machine to operate unattended if you know that there are pets,
children or people in the vicinity.
15. Do not use Robomow®for any purpose other than for which it is intended.
16. Do not operate Robomow®if any safety feature or device is damaged or inoperable.
17. Never allow anyone to ride or sit on mower.
18. Warning! When there is a risk of a lightning storm, disconnect the Perimeter Wire from the Base Station / Perimeter Switch and
the Power Box 230V/120V plug from the mains socket.
19. Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, and sensors in place. Repair or replace damaged parts, including decals. Do not operate
Robomow®if any parts are damaged or worn.
20. Never pick up or carry this appliance while the motors are running.
21. Electric Shock Hazard! Disconnect the Power Box from the plug socket before any approach to the Base Station charging
contacts (pins).
22. Transport – to safely move from or within the working area:
1. Use the Remote Control (available as an accessory) to drive it from place to place.
2. In case of different height level, switch off the Safety Switch, and carry the mower by the carrying handle.
3. In case of long transportation by car it is required to remove the fuse.
Using Remote Control (Manual Mowing)
23. Mow only in daylight or in a good artificial light and avoid operating in wet grass.
24. Do not operate Robomow®when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers; Always
be sure of your footing on slopes.
25. Use extreme caution when reversing the appliance towards you.
26. Always switch on the motor according to instructions with feet well away from the blades.
27. Do not mow manually in slope greater than 15 degrees or where a firm footing is not possible.
Maintenance
28. Always switch off the Safety Switch of Robomow®in the following cases: before clearing blockage/ checking/ cleaning/ working
on Robomow®or replacing the blades.
29. Always switch off the Safety Switch of whenever Robomow®starts vibrating abnormally.
30. Use heavy gloves when inspecting or servicing the blades.

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31. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
32. Use only the original equipment and accessories. It is not permitted to modify the original design of Robomow®. All modifications
are made at your own risk.
33. Maintenance/ Servicing of Robomow®should be according to manufacturer instructions.
34. The Battery Pack contains electrolytes. In case of an electrolyte leakage from the battery pack, the actions described below are
required:
- Skin contact: Wash the contact areas off immediately with plenty of water and soap.
- Eye contact: Flush the eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes immediately, without rubbing.
- Get medical treatment.
35. Ensure that the battery pack is charged using the correct charger recommended by the manufacturer. Incorrect use may result in
electric shock, overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the battery
Product End of Use
36. Robomow and its accessories should be collected separately at the end of their life to prevent waste electrical and electronic
equipment from ending up in landfill sites, to promote the reuse, treatment and recovery of electrical and electronic equipment
in purpose to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the environment, protect human health and utilize natural resources
prudently and rationally.
37. Do not dispose Robomow or any other part of it (including the Power Box, Base Station and Perimeter Switch) as unsorted
municipal waste – it should be collected separately.
38. Ask your local distributor/dealer about return and collection systems available.
39. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire and do not place used batteries in your household trash.
The battery must be collected, recycled, or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.
Robomow®– Safety Features
1. Child Lock / Safety Guard
This menu option offers a safety feature to help prevent children or others not familiar with the safe operation of the mower to
operate it freely.
2. Anti-Theft / Safety Guard
The Anti-Theft system provides the user a disabling function that will prevent anyone from using or driving the Robomow unless
they have the valid code to enter. You will be prompted to enter a four digit code of your choice to use as your personal security
code.
3. Lift Sensor
In the event the mower is raised from its resting position on the ground during blade operation, the blades will stop rotating
immediately.
4. Tilt Sensor
In case the mower is lifted up towards a vertically position, the blade will stop immediately and Robomow will warn about it.
5. Sensor Equipped Bumpers
The bumper is equipped with sensor activates when the mower strikes a solid, fixed object. When the bumper sensor is activated,
the mower will stop the rotation of the blades immediately, will stop movement in that direction and reverse itself away from the
obstacle.
6. Emergency Stop Button
The STOP button is located on the Carrying Handle. Pressing this button or lifting the handle at any time during operation will stop
all mower movement and the rotation of the blades immediately.
7. Safety Switch
Located below the bumper door, on the right side of Robomow (when standing behind the mower). Switching off the Safety Switch
will prevent any operation of the Robomow. It is required to switch it off before lifting Robomow and before any maintenance is
done.
8. Main Fuse
It is located at the rear side of Robomow. Removing the Main Fuse will prevent any operation of the Robomow. It is required to
remove the fuse before transportation for long distance and before any service (parts replacement) is done.
9. Sealed Batteries
The batteries that operate the Robomow are completely sealed and will not leak any type of fluids, regardless of position.
10. Base Station / Perimeter Switch and Perimeter Wire
The Robomow cannot operate without a Perimeter Wire installed and activated through the Base Station / Perimeter Switch. In the
event the Perimeter Switch is turned off or otherwise fails to function, the Robomow will stop operating.

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How Robomow Works for You
Perform a One-Time Setup before operating Robomow for the first time.
[Detailed instructions are in the following chapters]
• You will install a wire around the entire lawn and around protected areas within the
lawn area. This wire is the Perimeter Wire; it sets the boundaries for Robomow.
Small pegs are supplied with Robomow. You use them to fasten the Perimeter Wire
into the ground, below grass level.
The Perimeter Wire will gradually disappear under the growth of new grass until, quite
soon, it will be invisible.
You will place a Base Station and a Power Box along the Perimeter Wire. They
perform two basic functions:
o They generate a very low voltage signal along the Perimeter Wire.
o They charge Robomow’s batteries.
• After having completed the installation of the Perimeter Wire, Base Station, and the
Power Box, and performing the One-Time Setup, Robomow will do all the mowing for
you for the entire season !
Robomow mows. You don’t!
• Robomow leaves its Base Station on the scheduled mowing time. Robomow mows the lawn and then drives itself back to the
Base Station to be charged and ready for its next scheduled mowing.
• As soon as Robomow leaves for mowing, the Base Station automatically triggers a special signal. This signal creates a virtual
wall, visible only to Robomow. This signal keeps Robomow within the lawn boundaries, and prevents it from entering areas it
was programmed to skip or protect.
Robomow detects the signal
and changes direction as it
reaches the wire
Perimeter Wire as a
virtual wall, visible only
to Robomow
Tree surrounded by a groove, ditch or flower beds requires a wire around it .
Base Station and Power Box:
- Generates signal along the wire.
- Charges Robomow’s battery.
Large trees: Robomow is allowed to bump
into them. At this size, the objects do not
require a Perimeter Wire around them.
Peg
Perimeter Wire
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Operation Method
●●Robomow is a robotic lawnmower designed to mow and maintain your lawn completely by itself.
●●Simple One-Time Setup - Robomow requires a simple one time setup, which can easily be done by the
consumer. Robomow recognizes the wire using special sensors, and makes sure it always stays inside the
designated area. Essential accessories are supplied with the product.
●●Working Method –
- Robomow will automatically mow the lawn. It continuously alternates between mowing and charging.
- It independently leaves the Base Station and cuts the lawn.
-Edge Cutting - Unlike other robotic lawn mowers, Robomow is the only robotic mower that has a special Edge
mode, in which it follows the perimeter wire for complete coverage of the lawn edges. Robomow is the only
robotic mower to cut outside the wheels.
- Search the Base Station - Robomow starts to search for the Base Station when
the battery capacity becomes too low. It does not mow when it is searching for the
Base Station.
- Robomow will then recharge and proceed mowing as needed. It will continue in
mowing until completing the required mowing time for your lawn (based on the
area you have set).
- When completing the mowing of the entire area (Mowing Cycle), Robomow will
stay in the Base Station until the next Mowing Cycle will start.
- Robomow completes two Mowing Cycles per week in order to keep your lawn
healthy and good looking. However if your lawn requires more time to maintain
your lawn, you can easily adjust the time Robomow runs in a single Mowing Cycle.
- The Operating Panel on the top of Robomow is where you manage the mower and
operating settings.
- Strong Cutting System - Robomow’s extra sharp blade enables to perform the rst
cut of the season, when the grass is relatively high.
- Availability - The mowing width of Robomow (56cm) and the powerful cutting
system help Robomow to nish the job very fast and leave your lawn free for the
family to enjoy.
●●A Remote Control is available as an accessory and is used for driving Robomow to a separated zone, if
necessary. It is also used for mowing small patches of grass that cannot be reached in automatic operation.
●●Grasscycling - Robomow cuts the grass into very small clippings that are buried in the roots of the lawn,
where they decompose and act like a natural fertilizer. Grass clippings contain 80-85% water and release
valuable nutrients that return back into the soil. It is the natural recycling of grass.
●●Robomow App – Enables user friendly and intuitive operation of your
Robomow and opens more menu options and features, which are not
available through the mower Operating Panel. The Robomow App can
be downloaded from the Apps Store.
Robomow App is compatible with Smartphones/ Tablets that use one of
the following Operating Systems: Android (Google) or iOS (Apple).
The mobile device has to include Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
branded as Bluetooth SMART.
The following mobile devices include BLE:
 Samsung Galaxy SIII, Galaxy S4 and
Note II.
 Apple’s iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPad (3rd
& 4th generation), iPad Mini and others.
 HTC One, One X+ and Droid DNA
To download the Robomow App, use your
mobile device to scan the QR code on the
right, or download it from the App Store.
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1Robomow®6 Operating & Safety Manual 11 Extension Cable
20 meters (65 ft.), (Low voltage cable).
2Perimeter Wire
Used to create a virtual wall for your Robomow. 7 DVD – Setup and Operation Video. 12
Power Box
Used to deactivate (halt) the automatic
operation mode and reactivate it as
needed. Also provides indication of
Robomow’s status (Docking or Operating)
and the Perimeter Wire’s health.
3Pegs
Used for securing the wire to the ground. 8
RoboRuler
Used for setting the distance of the Perimeter
Wire from the lawn edge.
13
Power Box Mount
Used for fixing the Power Box to a wall.
(including Screws and dowels).
4Wire Connectors
Used for splicing wires (as needed). 9
Assembled Base Station
Used by Robomow to dock and charge when
it is not mowing.
14 Template
Used for installing a Narrow Pass.
5
Plot Connector
Used for connecting the Perimeter Wire to the
Base Station.
10 Base Station Stakes
Used for securing the Base Station to the ground.
15
Remote Control (supplied with
RS630 only)
Used to manually drive and mow
anywhere.
What’s in the Box
21 3 7 6
11
12
13
14
109
45
8
Wall Edge 40cm (15.5”)
Lawn Edge 35cm (14”)
Narrow Pass 14cm (5.5”)
for RS models
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Main Parts
Robomow®
1. Operating Lamp
2. Bumper with touch sensitive sensors
3. STOP Button / Carrying Handle
4. Operating Panel
Under the Hood
1. Bumper Door
2. Mowing Height Indicator
3. Mowing Adjustment Knob
4. Safety Switch
Base Station
1. Base Station Head (Charging Adaptor)
2. Base
3. Flippers (x2)
4. Stakes (x6)
Power Box
1. Docking Indicator
2. ON/OFF button
3. Operating Indicator
4. Wire Indicator
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Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Planning Ahead ............................................................................................................................................. 1
Planning the Perimeter Wire’s Layout ............................................................................................................................... 1
Lawn Types: What does your lawn look like? .................................................................................................................... 1
“Separated Zones” Type Lawn .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Select Base Station Location ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Determine Power Box Location ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Planning the Perimeter Wire’s Layout ............................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 Initial Setup.................................................................................................................................................... 7
Perimeter Wire Setup ........................................................................................................................................................ 7
Special cases of Perimeter Wire setup.............................................................................................................................. 8
Separated Zone(s)............................................................................................................................................................11
Fastening Perimeter Wire to the Ground......................................................................................................................... 12
Back at the Base Station – Completing the Perimeter Wire Setup.................................................................................. 12
Assembling the Base Station........................................................................................................................................... 13
Placing The Base Station ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Installing the Power Box .................................................................................................................................................. 15
At the Power Box Location: ............................................................................................................................................. 15
Chapter 3 Preparing Robomow................................................................................................................................... 16
Adjust the Cutting Height................................................................................................................................................. 16
Insert the Fuse ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
One-Time Setup (Step By Step) ...................................................................................................................................... 16
After Setup is Complete .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Chapter 4 Robomow Operation................................................................................................................................... 20
Automatic Operation........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Menu Structure ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Lawn Options................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Mower Options................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Manual Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 30
Chapter 5 Using the Power Box .................................................................................................................................. 31
Power Box Alerts ............................................................................................................................................................. 31
To Turn Buzzer On/Off ..................................................................................................................................................... 31
To Disable the Automatic Operation ................................................................................................................................ 31
Chapter 6 Charging ...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Charging During the Season ........................................................................................................................................... 32
Charging Out of Season .................................................................................................................................................. 32
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................... 34
Text error-messages ........................................................................................................................................................ 34
Error Messages And Corrective Actions .......................................................................................................................... 34
Other Problems ............................................................................................................................................................... 36
Chapter 8 Specifications.............................................................................................................................................. 38
Chapter 9 Maintenance and Storage .......................................................................................................................... 39
Maintenance of the Mowing Deck ................................................................................................................................... 39
Maintenance of the Blades .............................................................................................................................................. 40
Disposing the Old Battery Pack....................................................................................................................................... 41
Splicing the Perimeter Wire ............................................................................................................................................. 41
Maintenance of the Base Station Area ............................................................................................................................ 41
Storing the Mower during Winter ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Chapter 10 Accessories................................................................................................................................................. 42
Chapter 11 Tips for maintaining your lawn.................................................................................................................. 43
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