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INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Robotic
Lawnmower
1200 R
Easy installation
Easy to programme
Safety stop button
Anti-theft alarm
Omslag GB.indd 1 2014-10-21 16.10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. Introduction and safety
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3
1.1 Introduction
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3
1.2 Symbols on the product
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4
1.3 Symbols in the Operator’s Manual
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5
1.4 Safety Instructions
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6
2. Presentation
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9
2.1 What is what?
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10
2.2 Package contents
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2.3 Function
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2.4 Search method
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3. Installation
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15
3.1 Preparations
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15
3.2 Installation of the charging station
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3.3 Charging the battery
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20
3.4 Installation of the boundary wire
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3.5 Connecting the boundary wire
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3.6 Installation of the guide wire
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28
3.7 Checking the loop
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3.8 First start-up and calibration
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32
3.9 Test docking with the charging station
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33
4. Use
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34
4.1 Charging a flat battery
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34
4.2 Using the timer
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35
4.3 Starting
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36
4.4 Stopping
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36
4.5 Switching off
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4.6 Adjusting the cutting height
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37
5. Control panel
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38
5.1 Operation selection
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5.2 Multi-choice buttons
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5.3 Numbers
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5.4 Main switch
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40
6. Menu functions
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6.1 Main menu
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6.2 Menu structure
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6.3 Timer
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43
6.4 Security
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44
6.5 Settings
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46
7. Garden examples
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50
8. Maintenance
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53
8.1 Winter storage
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8.2 After winter storage
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8.3 Cleaning
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8.4 Transport and removal
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8.5 In the event of a thunderstorm
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8.6 Replacing the blades
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56
8.7 Replacing the battery
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56
9. Troubleshooting
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9.1 Messages
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9.2 Indicator lamp in the charging station
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9.3 Symptoms
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9.4 Finding breaks in the loop wire
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10. Technical Data
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11. Guarantee terms
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12. Environmental information
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13. EU Declaration of Conformity
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MEMO
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The Product Registration Key is a valuable document and must be stored in a safe place. This key is
necessary for example to register the product on Flymo's website or to unlock the robotic lawnmower in
the event of a lost PIN code. The product registration key is provided in a separate document in the
product packaging.
If the robotic lawnmower is stolen, it is important to notify Flymo of this. Contact Flymo Central Service and
provide the robotic lawnmower's serial number and product registration key so that it can be registered as
stolen in an international database. This is an important step in the robotic lawnmower's theft protection
which reduces interest in the buying and selling of stolen mowers.
Always have the robotic lawnmower's serial number at hand when you contact Flymo Central Service, as
this will provide you with faster support.
Flymo Central Service
tel 0844 844 4558
www.flymo.com
Serial number:
PIN code:
Product registration key:
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1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
1. Introduction and safety
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of an exceptionally
high quality product. To get the best results from your
Flymo robotic lawnmower requires knowledge of how it
works. This Operator's Manual contains important
information about the robotic lawnmower, how it must
be installed and how to use it.
As a complement to this Operator's Manual, there is
more information available on Flymo's website,
www.Flymo.com. Here you can find more help and
guidance in the use of the robotic lawnmower.
The following system is used in the Operator's
Manual to make it easier to use:
Text written in
italics
is a text that is shown on the
robotic lawnmower's display or is a reference to
another section in the Operator's Manual.
Words written in
bold
are one of the buttons on
the robotic lawnmower's keypad.
Words written in
UPPERCASE
and
italics
refer to
the position of the main switch and the different
operating modes available in the robotic
lawnmower.
Flymo has a policy of continuous product development
and therefore reserves the right to modify the design
and appearance and function of products without prior
notice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read the Operator’s Manual carefully
and make sure you understand the
instructions before using your robotic
lawnmower.
WARNING
The robotic lawnmower can be
dangerous if incorrectly used.
WARNING
Never use the robotic lawnmower
when persons, especially children, or
pets, are in the cutting area.
www.flymo.com
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1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
1.2 Symbols on the product
These symbols can be found on the robotic
lawnmower. Study them carefully.
Please read the Operator’s Manual carefully and
make sure you understand the instructions
before using your robotic lawnmower. The
warnings and safety instructions in this
Operator’s Manual must be carefully followed if
the mower is to be used safely and efficiently.
The robotic lawnmower can only start when the
main switch is set to
1
and the correct PIN code
has been entered. Turn the main switch to
0
before carrying out any inspections and/or
maintenance.
Remain at a safe distance from the robotic
lawnmower when it is running. Keep your hands
and feet away from the rotating blades. Never
put your hands or feet close to or under the body
when the robotic lawnmower is running.
Do not ride on the robotic lawnmower.
This product conforms to the applicable
EC Directives.
Noise emission to surroundings. The product's
emissions are set out in chapter 10, Technical
data and on the rating plate.
It is not permitted to dispose of this product as
normal household waste when it has reached the
end of its useful life. Ensure that the product is
recycled in accordance with local legal
requirements.
Never use a high-pressure washer or even
running water to clean the robotic lawnmower.
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The low voltage cable must not be shortened,
extended or spliced.
Do not use a trimmer nearby the low voltage
cable. Be careful when trimming edges where
the cables are placed.
1.3 Symbols in the Operator’s
Manual
These symbols can be found in the Operator’s Manual.
Study them carefully.
Turn the main switch to
0
before carrying out any
inspections and/or maintenance.
Always wear protective gloves when working
with the mower’s chassis.
Never use a high-pressure washer or even
running water to clean the robotic lawnmower.
A warning box indicates the risk of personal
injury, especially if the instructions are not
followed.
An information box indicates the risk of material
damage, especially if the instructions are not
followed. The box is also used where there is a
risk of user error.
3012-1351
WARNING
Text
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Text
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1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
1.4 Safety Instructions
Use
This robotic lawnmower is designed to mow
grass in open and level ground areas. It may
only be used with the equipment recommended
by the manufacturer. All other types of use are
incorrect. The manufacturer’s instructions with
regard to operation, maintenance and repair
must be followed precisely.
Never use the robotic lawnmower when persons,
especially children, or pets, are in the cutting area.
If there are persons, or pets, in the cutting area it
is recommended that the lawnmower be
programmed for use during hours when the area
is free from persons, e.g. at night. See 6.3 Timer.
The robotic lawnmower may only be operated,
maintained, and repaired by persons that are fully
conversant with its special characteristics and
safety regulations. Please read the Operator’s
Manual carefully and make sure you understand
the instructions before using the robotic
lawnmower.
It is not permitted to modify the original design of
the robotic lawnmower. All modifications are made
at your own risk.
Check that there are no stones, branches, tools,
toys or other objects on the lawn that can damage
the blades and cause the mower to stop.
Start the robotic lawnmower according to the
instructions. When the main switch is in
position
1
, make sure you keep your hands and
feet away from the rotating blades. Never put your
hands and feet under the robotic lawnmower.
Never lift up the robotic lawnmower or carry it
around when the main switch is in position
1
.
Do not let persons who do not know how the
robotic lawnmower works and behaves use the
robotic lawnmower.
The robotic lawnmower must never be allowed to
collide with persons or other living creatures. If a
person or other living creature comes in the
lawnmower’s way it shall be stopped
immediately. See 4.4 Stopping.
Do not put anything on top of the robotic
lawnmower or its charging station.
Do not allow the robotic lawnmower to be used with
a defective blade disc or body. Neither should it be
used with defective blades, screws, nuts or wires.
Do not use the robotic lawnmower if the main
switch does not work.
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Always switch off the robotic lawnmower using the
main switch when the robotic lawnmower is not in
use. The robotic lawnmower can only start when
the main switch is set to
1
and the correct PIN
code has been entered.
The robotic lawnmower must never be used at the
same time as a sprinkler. In this case use the
timer function (see
6.3 Timer
on page 43) so the
mower and sprinkler never run simultaneously.
The built-in alarm is very loud. Be careful,
especially if the robotic lawnmower is handled
indoors.
Full compatibility cannot be guaranteed between
the robotic lawnmower and other types of wireless
systems such as remote controls, radio
transmitters, hearing loops, buried electric animal
fencing or similar.
Metal objects in the ground (e.g. reinforced
concrete or anti-mole nets) can result in a
stoppage. The metal objects can cause
interference with the loop signal which then can
lead to a stoppage.
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1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
Transport
The original packaging should be used when
transporting the robotic lawnmower over long
distances.
To safely move from or within the working area:
1. Press the
STOP
button to stop the robotic
lawnmower. If security is set to the medium or
high level (see
6.4 Security
on page 44), the PIN
code has to be entered. The PIN code contains
four digits and is selected when you start the
robotic lawnmower for the first time. See
3.8 First
start-up and calibration
on page 32.
2. Set the main switch in position
0
.
3. Carry the robotic lawnmower by the handle at the
rear under the robotic lawnmower. Carry the
robotic lawnmower with the blade disc away from
the body.
Maintenance
Inspect the robotic lawnmower each week and
replace any damaged or worn parts.
Check especially that the blades and blade disc
are not damaged. Check also that the blades can
pivot freely.Replace all blades and screws at the
same time if necessary so that the rotating parts
are kept balanced. See
8.6 Replacing the blades
on page 56.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not lift the robotic lawnmower when it is
parked in the charging station. This may
damage the charging station and/or the
robotic lawnmower. Open the cover and
instead first pull the robotic lawnmower out
of the charging station before lifting it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Never use a high-pressure washer or even
running water to clean the robotic
lawnmower. Never use solvents for cleaning.
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2. PRESENTATION
2. Presentation
This chapter contains information that is important to
be aware of when planning the installation.
Installation of the robotic lawnmower involves four
main components:
A robotic lawnmower that mows the lawn by
essentially operating in a random pattern. The
robotic lawnmower is powered by a
maintenance-free battery.
A charging station, to where the robotic
lawnmower returns when the charge level in the
battery becomes too low.
The charging station has three functions:
To send control signals along the boundary
wire.
To send control signals in the guide wire so
that the robotic lawnmower can find the
charging station.
To charge the robotic lawnmower battery.
A transformer, which is connected between the
charging station and a 100-240V wall socket.
The transformer is connected to the wall socket
and to the charging station using a 10 m long low
voltage cable. The low voltage cable must not be
shortened or extended. A 20 meter low voltage
cable is available to purchase as an accessory.
Contact Flymo Central Service for more
information.
Loop wire, laid in a loop around the robotic
lawnmower’s working area. The loop wire is laid
around the edges of the lawn and around objects
and plants that the robotic lawnmower must not
run into. The loop wire is used both as a
boundary wire and a guide wire.
The loop wire supplied for the installation is
150 m long. If it is not long enough, more loop
wire can be purchased and spliced onto the
existing loop wire with an original coupler.
The maximum permitted length for the loop wire
is 400 m.
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2. PRESENTATION
2.1 What is what?
The numbers in the illustration represent:
1. Body
2. Cover to display, keypad and cutting height
adjustment
3. Stop button/Catch to open the cover
4. Contact strips
5. LED for operation check of the charging station,
boundary wire and guide wire
6. Charging station
7. Carry handle
8. Battery cover
9. Blade disc
10. Chassis box with electronics, battery and motors
11. Main switch
12. Rear wheel
13. Charging strip
14. Keypad
15. Display
16. Loop wire for boundary loop and guide wire
17. Low voltage cable
18. Connector for connecting the loop wire to the
charging station
19. Screws for securing the charging station
20. Transformer (the appearance of the transformer
may differ depending on market)
21. Staples
22. Measurement gauge for help when installing the
boundary wire (the measurement gauge is broken
loose from the box)
23. Coupler for the loop wire
24. DVD installation video
25. Operator's Manual and Quick Guide
26. Extra blades
27. Alarm decal
28. Rating plate
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3
2
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17
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5
4
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25
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9
10
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2.2 Package contents
Your Flymo
®
. 1200R package contains the following details.
Robotic mower
Charging station
Transformer
Loop wire 150 m
Low voltage cable
Pegs 200 pcs
Connectors 5 pcs
Charging station screws 3 pcs
Allen key
Measurement gauge
Couplers 3 pcs
Installation DVD
Operator's Manual and Quick Guide
Extra blades 9 pcs
Alarm decal 2 pcs
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2.3 Function
Capacity
The robotic lawnmower is recommended for lawns up
to 400 m
2
.
How big an area the robotic lawnmower can keep cut
depends primarily on the condition of the blades and
the type, growth and moisture of the grass. The shape
of the garden is also significant. If the garden mainly
consists of open lawns, the robotic lawnmower can
mow more in one hour than if the garden consists of
several small lawns separated by many trees, flower
beds and passages.
A fully charged robotic lawnmower mows for 40 to
60 minutes, depending on the age of the battery and
how thick the grass is. Then the robotic lawnmower will
charge for 60 to 90 minutes. The charging time can
vary depending on, among other factors, the ambient
temperature.
Mowing technique
The robotic lawnmower's mowing system is based on
an efficient and energy saving principle. Unlike many
standard lawnmowers, the robotic lawnmower cuts
the grass instead of knocking it off.
It is recommended to allow the robotic lawnmower to
mainly mow in dry weather to obtain the best possible
result. The robotic lawnmower can also mow in the
rain, however, wet grass easily sticks on the robotic
lawnmower and there is a greater risk of slipping on
steep slopes.
If there is risk for thunder, the transformer should be
disconnected from the power and the boundary wire
and the guide wire from the charging station.
The blades must be in good condition to obtain the
best mowing result. In order to keep the blades sharp
for as long as possible it is important to keep the lawn
free from branches, small stones and other objects.
Replace the blades regularly for the best mowing
result. It is very easy to replace the blades. See
8.6 Replacing the blades on page 56.
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2. PRESENTATION
Working method
The robotic lawnmower automatically mows the lawn.
It continuously alternates between mowing and
charging.
The robotic lawnmower starts to search for the
charging station when the battery charge becomes
too low. The robotic lawnmower does not mow when
it is searching for the charging station.
When the robotic lawnmower searches for the
charging station, it first searches irregularly for the
guide wire. Then it follows the guide wire to the
charging station, turns around just in front of the
station and backs into it.
When the battery is fully charged, the robotic
lawnmower leaves the charging station in a randomly
selected direction within the 90˚-270˚ exit sector.
To ensure an even cut, even in inaccessible parts of
the garden, the robotic lawnmower can follow the
guide wire out from the charging station to where the
guide wire connects to the boundary wire to begin
mowing there.
When the robotic lawnmower body hits an obstacle,
the robotic lawnmower reverses and selects a new
direction.
Two sensors, one on the front and one on the back of
the robotic lawnmower, will sense when the robotic
lawnmower is approaching the boundary wire. The
robotic lawnmower overruns the wire by up to
28 centimetres before it turns back.
The STOP button on the top of the robotic
lawnmower is mainly used to stop the robotic
lawnmower when it’s running. When the STOP button
is pressed a cover opens, behind which there is a
control panel. The STOP button remains pressed in
until the cover is closed again. This acts as a start
inhibitor.
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2. PRESENTATION
The control panel on the top of the robotic
lawnmower is where you manage all the robotic
lawnmower settings. Open the control panel cover by
pressing down the STOP button.
When the main switch is set to position 1 for the first
time, a start-up sequence begins which includes
language selection, time format, date format and the
four-digit PIN code and setting the time and date. See
3.8 First start-up and calibration on page 32.
Movement pattern
The robotic lawnmower’s movement pattern is
irregular and is determined by the robotic lawnmower
itself. A movement pattern is never repeated. With
the mowing system the lawn is mown equally without
any mowing lines from the robotic lawnmower.
2.4 Search method
The robotic lawnmower runs irregularly until it reaches
the guide wire. Then the robotic lawnmower follows the
guide wire to the charging station.
The guide wire is a wire that is laid from the charging
station towards, for instance, a remote part of the
working area or through a narrow passage to be then
connected with the boundary wire. For more
information, see 3.6 Installation of the guide wire
on page 32.
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3. INSTALLATION
3. Installation
This chapter describes how you install the Flymo
robotic lawnmower. Before starting the installation
read the previous chapter 2. Presentation.
Read also through this entire chapter before beginning
the installation. How the installation is done also
affects how well the robotic lawnmower works. It is
therefore important to plan the installation carefully.
Planning is simplified if you make a sketch of the
working area, including all obstacles. This makes it
easier to see the ideal positions for the charging
station, the boundary wire and the guide wire. Draw on
the sketch where the boundary and guide wires should
be routed.
See 7. Garden examples on page 50 for installation
examples.
Visit also www.flymo.com for further descriptions and
tips regarding installation.
Carry out the installation in the following steps:
3.1 Preparations.
3.2 Installation of the charging station.
3.3 Charging the battery.
3.4 Installation of the boundary wire.
3.5 Connecting the boundary wire.
3.6 Installation of the guide wire
3.7 Checking the loop.
3.8 First start-up and calibration
3.9 Test docking with the charging station
The charging station and boundary and guide wires
must be connected to be able to carry out a complete
start-up of the robotic lawnmower.
3.1 Preparations
1. If the lawn in the working area is longer than
10 cm, mow it using a standard lawnmower.
Then collect the grass.
2. Read carefully through all the steps before the
installation.
3. Check that all parts for the installation are
included. The numbers in brackets refer to the
component illustration 2.1 What is what?.
Robotic lawnmower
Charging station (6)
Loop wire for boundary wire and guide
wire (16)
Transformer (20)
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Low voltage cable (17)
Staples (21)
Connector for connecting the loop wire to the
charging station(18)
Screws for the charging station (19)
Measurement gauge (22)
Couplers for the loop wire (23)
During installation you will also need:
Hammer/plastic mallet (to simplify putting the
staples in the ground)
Combination pliers for cutting the boundary
wire and pressing the connectors together.
Polygrip (for pressing the couplers together).
Edge cutter/straight spade if the boundary wire
must be buried.
3.2 Installation of the charging
station
Ideal position for the charging station
Take the following aspects into consideration when
identifying the best location for the charging station:
Allow for 3 metres of free space in front of the
charging station
It must be possible to lay at least 1.5 metres of
boundary wire straight out to the right and left
of the charging station
It must be close to a wall socket The supplied
low voltage cable is 10 metres long. A 20
meter low voltage cable is available to
purchase as an accessory. Contact Flymo
Central Service for more information.
A level surface free from sharp objects to place
the charging station on
Protection from water spray for instance from
irrigation
Protection from direct sunlight
Place in the lower part of a working area that
has a major slope
Possible requirement to keep the charging
station out of sight for outsiders
For an example of an ideal position of the charging
station, see 7. Garden examples on page 50.
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The charging station must be positioned with a great
deal of free space in front of it (at least 3 metres). It
should also be centrally placed in the working area to
make it easier for the robotic lawnmower to reach all
areas in the working area.
Do not put the charging station in confined spaces in
the working area. There must be a straight boundary
wire, at least 1.5 metres long, to the right and left of
the charging station. The wire must be laid straight
out from the rear end of the charging station. Any
other locations can mean that the robotic lawnmower
enters the charging station sideways and will have
difficulty docking.
Do not put the charging station in a corner in the
working area. There must be a straight boundary
wire, at least 1.5 metres long, to the right and left of
the charging station.
The charging station must be positioned on relatively
level ground. The front end of the charging station
must be a maximum of 3 cm higher than the back
end. The front end of the charging station must never
be lower than the back end.
The charging station must not be positioned in a way
that can bend its base plate.
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3. INSTALLATION
If the installation is done in a working area with a
steep slope (such as around a house on a hill), the
charging station should be placed in the area at the
bottom of the slope. This makes it easier for the
robotic lawnmower to follow the guide wire to the
charging station.
The charging station should not be placed on an
island as this limits the laying of the guide wire in an
optimal way. If the charging station has to be installed
on an island, the guide wire also has to be connected
to the island. See the illustration opposite. Read more
about islands in chapter 3.4 Installation of the
boundary wire on page 21.
Connecting the transformer
Take the following into consideration when planning
where to place the transformer:
Close to the charging station
Protection from rain
Protection from direct sunlight
If the transformer is connected to an electrical socket
outdoors, this must be approved for outdoor use.
The low voltage cable for the transformer is 10
metres long, and may not be shortened or extended.
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It is possible to let the low voltage cable cross the
working area. The low voltage cable must be stapled
down or buried, and the cutting height should be such
that the blades on the blade disc can never come in
contact with the low voltage cable.
Make sure the low voltage cable is laid along the
ground and secured with staples. The cable must lie
close to the ground so as not to be cut before the
grass roots have grown over it.
The transformer must be placed where it is well
ventilated and is not exposed to direct sunlight. The
transformer must be placed under a roof.
It is recommended to use an earth fault-breaker when
connecting the transformer to the wall socket.
If the transformer cannot be plugged directly into a
wall outlet, do not under any circumstances mount
the transformer at a height where there is a risk it can
be submerged in water (at least 30 cm from the
ground). It is not permitted to place the transformer
on the ground.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The low voltage cable must not under any
circumstances be shortened or extended.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Place the low voltage cable so that the blades
on the blade disc can never come in contact
with it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Use the plug to disconnect the charging
station, for instance before cleaning or
repairing the loop wire.
min 30cm/12”
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3. INSTALLATION
Installation and connecting the charging
station
1. Position the charging station in a suitable spot.
2. Connect the low voltage cable to the charging
station.
3. Connect the transformer’s power cable to a
100-240V wall socket. If the transformer is
connected to an electrical socket outdoors, this
must be approved for outdoor use.
4. Attach the charging station to the ground using
the supplied screws. Ensure the screws are
screwed all the way down in the countersink.
3.3 Charging the battery
As soon as the charging station is connected, it is
possible to charge the robotic lawnmower. Set the
main switch to position 1.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station
to charge the battery while the boundary and guide
wires are being laid.
If the battery is flat, it takes around 80 to 100 minutes
to fully charge it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
It is not permitted to make new holes in the
base plate Only the existing holes may be
used to secure the base plate to the ground.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not tread or walk on the charging station's
base plate.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The robotic lawnmower cannot be used
before the installation is complete.
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3.4 Installation of the boundary wire
The boundary wire can be installed in one of the following ways:
1. Securing the wire to the ground with staples.
It is preferable to staple down the boundary wire if you want to make adjustments to the boundary wire
during the first few weeks of operation. After a few weeks the grass will have grown over the wire making it
no longer visible. Use a hammer/plastic mallet and the staples supplied when carrying out the installation.
2. Bury the wire.
It is preferable to bury the boundary wire if you want to dethatch or aerate the lawn. If necessary, both
methods can be combined so one part of the boundary wire is stapled down and the remainder is
buried. The wire can be buried for instance using an edge cutter or a straight spade. Make sure to lay
the boundary wire at least 1 cm and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground.
Best position for the boundary wire
The boundary wire must be laid so that:
A loop is formed around the working area for the robotic lawnmower. Only original boundary wire
must be used. It is specially designed to resist dampness from the soil that could otherwise easily
damage the wires.
The robotic lawnmower is never more than 15 metres from the wire at any point in the entire working
area.
The total length of the boundary wire does not exceed 400 metres.
20 cm of extra wire is available to which the guide wire will be connected later. See 3.6 Installation of
the guide wire on page 28.
Depending on what the working area is adjacent to, the boundary wire must be laid at different distances
from obstacles. The illustration below shows how the boundary wire must be laid around the working area
and around obstacles. Use the supplied measurement gauge to obtain the correct distance (see 2.1 What
is what? on page10).
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Working area boundaries
If a high obstacle, for example a wall or fence,
borders the working area, the boundary wire should
be laid 30 cm from the obstacle. This will prevent the
robotic lawnmower from colliding with the obstacle
and reduce body wear.
About 20 cm around the fixed obstacle will not be
mown.
If the working area borders on a small ditch, for
example a flower bed or a small elevation, or a low
curbstone (3-5 cm), the boundary wire should be laid
20 cm inside the working area. This prevents the
wheels from driving into the ditch or up onto the
curbstone.
About 12 cm of grass along the ditch/curbstone will
not be mown.
If the working area borders on a paving stone path or
similar which is level with the lawn, it is possible to
allow the robotic lawnmower to run a little over the
path. The boundary wire should then be laid 5 cm
from the edge of the path.
All the grass along the side of the paving stone path
will be cut.
When the working area is divided by a paving stone
path which is level with the lawn, it is possible to allow
the robotic lawnmower to run over the path. It can be
an advantage to lay the boundary wire under the
paving stones. The boundary wire can also be laid in
the joint between the paving stones. Ensure that the
tiles are in level with the lawn to avoid excessive
wear on the robotic lawnmower.
Note: The robotic lawnmower must never run over
gravel, mulch or similar material which can damage
the blades.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If the working area is adjacent to water
bodies, slopes, precipices or a public road,
the boundary wire must be supplemented
with an edging or the like. It must then be at
least 15 cm in height. This will prevent the
robotic lawnmower from ending up outside
the working area under any circumstances.
Min.
15cm
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Boundaries within the working area
Use the boundary wire to demarcate areas inside the
working area by creating islands around obstacles
which cannot withstand a collision, for example,
flowerbeds, bushes and fountains.
Obstacles that can withstand a collision, for example,
trees and bushes higher than 15 cm, do not need to
be demarcated by the boundary wire. The robotic
lawnmower will turn around when it collides with this
type of obstacle.
To achieve careful and silent operation, it is
recommended to isolate all fixed objects in and
around the working area.
Lay the wire up to and around the area to be
demarcated, and then return it back along the same
route. If staples are used, the wire should be laid
under the same staple on the return route. When the
boundary wires to and from the island are laid close
together, the robotic lawnmower can drive over the
wire.
The boundary wire may not be crossed on its way to
and from an island.
Obstacles that slope slightly, for example, stones or
large trees with raised roots, must be isolated with an
island or removed. Otherwise the robotic lawnmower
can slide up onto this kind of obstacle causing the
blades to be damaged and/or the mower to get stuck.
Secondary areas
If the working area consists of two areas which the
robotic lawnmower has difficulty travelling between, it
is recommended to set up a secondary area.
Instances of this are 25% slopes or a passage that is
narrower than 150 cm. Lay the boundary wire then
around the secondary area so that it forms an island
outside of the main area.
The robotic lawnmower must be moved manually
between the main and secondary area when the lawn
in the secondary area has to be cut. The MAN
operation mode must be used as the robotic
lawnmower cannot travel on its own from the
secondary area to the charging station. See
5.1 Operation selection on page 39. In this mode,
the robotic lawnmower will never look for the
charging station but will mow until the battery runs
out. When the battery is flat, the robotic lawnmower
will stop and the Needs manual charging message
will appear in the display. Then place the robotic
lawnmower in the charging station to charge the
battery. If the main working area has to be cut after
charging, it is appropriate to switch the operation
mode to Auto before placing the robotic lawnmower
in the charging station.
Secondary
area
Main area
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Passages when mowing
Long and narrow passages and areas narrower than
1.5 - 2 metres should be avoided. When the robotic
lawnmower mows, there is a risk that it travels around
in the passage or area for a period of time. The lawn
will then look flattened.
Slopes
The boundary wire can be laid across a slope that
slants less than 20%.
The boundary wire should not be laid across a slope
that is steeper than 20%. There is a risk that the
robotic lawnmower will find it difficult to turn there.
The mower will then stop and the Outside working
area fault message is displayed. The risk is at its
greatest in damp weather conditions, as the wheels
can slip on the wet grass
However, the boundary wire can be laid across a
slope steeper than 20% if there is an obstacle that
the robotic lawnmower is allowed to collide with, for
example, a fence or a dense hedge.
The robotic lawnmower can
mow lawns that slope up to
25 cm every metre (25%)
inside the working area.
Areas that slope more must
be demarcated by the
boundary wire.
When a part of the working
area's outer edge slopes
more than 20 cm every metre
(20%), the boundary wire
must be laid about 20 cm in
on the flat ground before the
beginning of the slope.
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3. INSTALLATION
Laying the boundary wire
If you intend to staple down the boundary wire:
Cut the grass very low with a standard
lawnmower or a trimmer where the wire is to be
laid. It will then be easier to lay the wire close to
the ground and the risk of the robotic lawnmower
cutting the wire or damaging the insulation of the
wire is reduced.
Make sure to lay the boundary wire close to the
ground and secure the staples close together
approximately 75 cm apart. The cable must lie
close to the ground so as not to be cut before the
grass roots have grown over it.
Use a hammer to knock the staples into the
ground. Exercise care when knocking in the
staples and make sure the wire is not under strain.
Avoid sharp bends in the wire.
If the boundary wire is to be buried:
Make sure to lay the boundary wire at least 1 cm
and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground. The wire
can be buried for instance using an edge cutter or
a straight spade.
Use the supplied measurement gauge as a guide
when you lay out the boundary wire. This helps you
to easily set the correct distance between the
boundary wire and the boundary/obstacle. The
measurement gauge is broken loose from the box.
Loop for connecting the guide wire
To facilitate the connection of the guide wire to the
boundary wire, it is recommended to create a loop
with about 20 cm of extra boundary wire at the point
where the guide wire will later be connected. It is a
good idea to plan where the guide wire will be placed
before laying out the boundary wire. See
3.6 Installation of the guide wire on page 28.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Extra wire must not be placed in coils outside
the boundary wire. This can disrupt the
robotic lawnmower.
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Laying the boundary wire in towards the charging
station
The boundary wire must be laid in line with the rear
end of the charging station and at least 1.5 metres
straight out to the right and left of the station. See the
illustration. If the boundary wire is laid in any other
way, the robotic lawnmower may find it hard to find
the charging station.
The straight route to the right of the charging station,
in some cases needs to be increased depending on
how the boundary wire is placed in the installation.
Splicing the boundary wire
Use an original coupler if the boundary wire is not
long enough and needs to be spliced. It is waterproof
and gives a reliable electrical connection.
Insert both wire ends in the coupler. Check that the
wires are fully inserted into the coupler so that the
ends are visible through the transparent area on the
other side of the coupler. Now press down the button
on top of the coupler fully. Use a polygrip to
completely press down the button on the coupler.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Twinned cables, or a screw terminal block
that is insulated with insulation tape are not
satisfactory splices. Soil moisture will cause
the leads to oxidise and after a while result in
a broken circuit.
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3. INSTALLATION
3.5 Connecting the boundary wire
Connect the boundary wire to the charging station:
1. Place the wire ends in the connector:
Open the connector.
Place the wire in the connector grip.
2. Press the connectors together using a pair of
pliers. Press until you hear a click.
3. Cut off any excess boundary wire 1 or 2
centimetres above each connector.
4. Press the connector onto the contact pin,
marked AL (left) and AR (right), on the charging
station.
Carefully check that the connector is properly
fitted.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The boundary wire must not be crossed when
connecting it to the charging station. The
right hand wire end must be connected to the
right hand pin on the charging station and
the left hand wire end to the left pin.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The right hand connector must be connected
to the right hand metal pin on the charging
station and the left hand wire end to the left
connector.
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3.6 Installation of the guide wire
The guide wire is a wire that is laid from the charging
station towards, for instance, a remote part of the
working area or through a narrow passage to be then
connected with the boundary wire. The same cable
roll is used for both the boundary and guide wires.
The guide wire is used by the robotic lawnmower to
find its way back to the charging station but also to
guide the robotic lawnmower to remote areas of the
garden.
To ensure an even cut over the entire lawn, the
robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire from the
charging station to the guide wire connection in the
boundary wire and start mowing there. Depending on
the garden layout, one should adjust how often the
robotic lawnmower is to follow the guide wire from the
charging station. See 6.5 Settings on page 46.
The robotic lawnmower runs at varying distances
from the guide wire to reduce the risk of tracks
forming when the robotic lawnmower follows the
guide wire to and from the charging station. The area
beside the wire which the robotic lawnmower then
uses is called the Corridor.
The robotic lawnmower always runs to the left of the
guide wire as seen facing the charging station. Thus
the corridor is to the left of the guide wire. The
corridor is 50 cm wide. When installing, it is therefore
important to have at least 75 cm free space to the left
of the guide wire and at least 25 cm free space to the
right of the guide wire, as seen facing the charging
station.
It is not allowed to lay the guide wire closer than 30
cm from the boundary wire.
The guide wire, as the boundary wire, can be stapled
to or buried in the ground.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Make sure that there is always at least 75 cm
of free space to the left of the guide wire as
seen facing the charging station.
Maximum
distance
At least 2m/7ft
At least 30 cm/12ft
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Laying and connecting the guide wire
1. Run the wire through the slot in the bottom of the
charger plate.
2. Fit the connector to the guide wire in the same
way as for the boundary wire described in
3.5 Connecting the boundary wire on page 27.
Connect it to the contact pin on the charging
station that is labelled “Guide”.
3. Run the wire at least 2 metres straight out from
the front edge of the plate.
If the guide wire must be laid in a passage:
The robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire on
the same side of the wire to and from the
charging station. This means that the guide wire
is to the right of the robotic lawnmower when the
mower travels to the charging station while it is to
the left of the mower when the mower travels
away from the charging station.
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- In the passage, the guide wire must therefore
be placed so that the robotic lawnmower has as
much space to run in as possible. The distance
between the boundary wire and the guide wire
must however be at least 30 cm.
If the guide wire has to be installed on a steep slope,
it is an advantage to lay the wire at an angle to the
slope. This makes it easier for the robotic lawnmower
to follow the guide wire on the slope.
Avoid laying the wire at sharp angles. This can make
it difficult for the robotic lawnmower to follow the
guide wire.
4. Run the guide wire up to the point on the
boundary wire where a loop to facilitate the
connection of the guide wire was previously
added.
5. Cut the loop on the boundary wire using for
instance a pair of wire cutters.
Maximum
distance
At least 2m/7ft
At least 30 cm/12ft
135º
135º
90º
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6. Connect the guide wire to the boundary wire
using a coupler:
Insert the boundary wire in each of the holes in
the coupler. Insert the guide wire in the centre
hole in the coupler. Check that the wires are fully
inserted into the coupler so that the ends are
visible through the transparent area on the other
side of the coupler.
Use a polygrip to completely press down the
button on the coupler.
It does not matter which holes are used to
connect each wire.
7. Staple down/bury the connector in the lawn.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The guide wire may not cross the boundary
wire, for instance a boundary wire that is laid
out to an island.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Test that the guide wire works using the
Calibrate guide function before using the
robotic lawnmower. See 3.8 First start-up and
calibration on page 32.
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3.7 Checking the loop
Check the loop signal by inspecting the indicator
lamp on the charging station.
See 9.2 Indicator lamp in the charging station on
page 61 if the lamp does not indicate a solid green
light.
3.8 First start-up and calibration
Before the robotic lawnmower is operated, a start-up
sequence in the robotic lawnmower's menu must be
carried out as well as an automatic calibration of the
guide signal. The calibration is also a good test to see
that the installation of the guide wire has been done
in such a way that the robotic lawnmower can easily
follow the guide wire from the charging station.
1. Open the control panel cover by pressing the
STOP button.
2. Set the main switch to position 1.
A start-up sequence begins when the robotic
lawnmower is started for the first time. The
following is requested:
Language
Country
Time format
Current time
Date format
Date
Four digit PIN code. All combinations except
0000 are permitted.
3. Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging
station as requested in the display. Press the
START button and close the cover. The robotic
lawnmower will now start the guide calibration, by
leaving the charging station and following the
guide wire to the point where the guide wire is
connected to the boundary wire to begin mowing
there. Check that the robotic lawnmower can
follow the guide wire all the way.
If it cannot, this may be due to an incorrectly
installed guide wire. In this case, check that the
installation is performed as described in
3.6 Installation of the guide wire on page 28. Then
carry out a new calibration. See 6.5 Settings on
page 46.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Use Memo on page 4 to make a note of the
PIN code.
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3. INSTALLATION
3.9 Test docking with the charging
station
Before using the robotic lawnmower, check that the
robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire all the
way to the charging station and easily docks with the
charging station. Perform the test below.
1. Open the control panel cover by pressing the
STOP button.
2. Place the robotic lawnmower close to the point
where the guide wire is connected to the boundary
wire. Place the robotic lawnmower about 2 metres
from the guide wire, facing the guide wire.
3. Select Home mode by pressing the house symbol
key and pressing OK when the cursor is at Home.
Press Start and close the cover.
4. Check that the robotic lawnmower follows the
guide wire all the way to the charging station and
that it docks with the charging station. The test is
approved only if the robotic lawnmower is able to
follow the guide wire the entire distance to the
charging station and docks at the first attempt. If
the robotic lawnmower is unable to dock on the
first attempt, it will automatically try again. The
installation is not approved if the robotic
lawnmower needs two or more attempts to dock
with the charging station. In this case, check that
the charging station, the boundary wire and the
guide wire are installed in accordance with the
instructions in Chapters 3.2, 3.4 and 3.6.
5. The robotic lawnmower will stay in the charging
station until Auto or Man mode is selected. See
5.1 Operation selection on page 39.
The guide system must first be calibrated if the above
test is to provide a satisfactory result. See 3.8 First
start-up and calibration on page 32.
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4. Use
4.1 Charging a flat battery
When the Flymo robotic lawnmower is new or has
been stored for a long period, the battery will be flat
and needs to be charged before starting. Charging
takes approximately 80 to 100 minutes.
1. Set the main switch to position 1.
2. Park the robotic lawnmower in the charging
station. Open the cover and slide the robotic
lawnmower in as far as possible to ensure proper
contact between the robotic lawnmower and the
charging station.
3. The display shows a message that charging is in
progress.
WARNING
Read the safety instructions carefully
before you start your robotic
lawnmower.
WARNING
Keep your hands and feet away from
the rotating blades. Never put your
hands or feet close to or under the
body when the motor is running.
WARNING
Never use the robotic lawnmower
when persons, especially children, or
pets, are in the cutting area.
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4.2 Using the timer
Use the timer function (see 6.3 Timer on page 43.) to
avoid a downtrodden lawn. When setting the timer,
calculate that the robotic lawnmower mows about
30 m
2
per hour and day.
Example
If the working area is 360 m
2
in size, the robotic
lawnmower must operate for 12 hours a day. The
times are approximate and depend for instance
on grass quality, blade sharpness and battery
age.
The factory setting for the timer is 07:00-22:00 and it
allows mowing every day of the week. This setting is
suitable for a working area of about 400 m
2
.
If the size of the working area allows it, the quality of
the grass can be further improved if it is cut every
other day instead of a few hours every day. In
addition, the grass benefits from resting completely
during at least a three-day period once a month.
Standby
The robotic lawnmower has an inbuilt standby period
of at least 11 hours a day. The standby period
provides for instance a good opportunity to water or
play games on the lawn.
Example 1
Work period 1: 07:00 - 22:00
Work days: All days
The factory setting ensures that the robotic
lawnmower begins cutting the lawn at 07.00. The
mower is parked in the charging station from
20.00 and rests until it starts cutting again at
07.00.
If the timer setting is divided into two work
periods, the standby period can be divided into a
number of periods. The maximum operating time
can however be a maximum of up to 11 hours.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Use the timer to avoid mowing when there
are usually children, pets and anything else
that could be damaged by the rotating blades
on the lawn.
Mowing
Charging
Standby
Ope
ration
24 h
A
B
A
A = Max 13 h
B = Min 11 h
2:30 h
Operation
Charging/Standby
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Example 2
Work period 1: 06:00 - 16:00
Work period 2: 20:00 - 23:00
Work days: All days
The robotic lawnmower will operate between
06:00 and 16:00. It will begin again at 20:00 but
stop running at 22:00 to rest until it starts again
at 06:00.
The times are approximate and depend for instance
on grass quality, blade sharpness and battery age.
4.3 Starting
1. Set the main switch to position 1.
2. Press the STOP button to open the control panel
cover.
3. Enter the PIN code.
4. Push the START button.
5. Shut the cover within 10 seconds.
If the robotic lawnmower is parked in the charging
station, it will only leave the charging station when the
battery is fully charged and if the timer is set to allow
the mower to operate.
Before the blade disc starts, 5 beeps are heard for
2 seconds.
4.4 Stopping
1. Press the STOP button.
The robotic lawnmower stops, the blade motor
stops and the control panel cover opens.
Flymo 1200R
Max. operating time 13 h
Min. standby time 11 h
Surface/hrs/day 30 m
2
Mowing
Charging
Operation
Operation
2:30 h
B
A
A + C= Max 13 h
B + D= Min 11 h
CD
24 h
Standby
Standby
Operation
Charging/Standby
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4.5 Switching off
1. Press the STOP button.
2. Set the main switch in position 0.
Always switch the robotic lawnmower off using the
main switch if it requires maintenance or if the robotic
lawnmower must be moved outside the working area.
4.6 Adjusting the cutting height
The cutting height can be varied from MIN (2 cm) to
MAX (5 cm).
To adjust the cutting height:
1. Press the STOP button to stop the robotic
lawnmower and open the cover.
2. Turn the height adjustment knob to the required
position. The selected position is indicated by the
orange column that can be seen by the knob
through the window.
Turn anti-clockwise to raise the cutting height.
Turn clockwise to lower the cutting height.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
During the first week after a new installation,
the cutting height must be set to MAX to
avoid damaging the loop wire. After this, the
cutting height can be lowered step by step
every second week until the desired cutting
height has been reached.
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5. CONTROL PANEL
5. Control panel
All forms of commands and settings for the Flymo
robotic lawnmower are made via the control panel. All
functions are accessed via a number of menus.
The control panel consists of a display and a keypad.
All information is shown on the display and all input is
done using the buttons.
When the stop button has been pressed and the
cover is opened, the operation window appears
showing the time, selected operating mode, number
of mowing hours, battery status and timer setting.
The clock shows the current time.
Date shows the current day.
The number of operating hours indicates the
number of hours since the day of manufacture
that the robotic lawnmower has been in
operation. The time that the robotic lawnmower
has spent mowing or looking for the charging
station is counted as operating time.
AUTO, MAN or HOME show which mode of
operation is selected, See 5.1 Operation
selection .
The battery status shows the remaining battery
charge.
ECO is displayed if the robotic lawnmower is set
in ECO mode.
The clock symbol indicates when the timer
settings are set. The clock symbol is black when
the robotic lawnmower is not allowed to mow due
to a timer setting and it is white when the mower
is allowed to mow.
The MENU text illustrates that the main menu
can be reached by pressing the multi-choice
button that is located under the text.
The keypad consists of four groups of buttons:
operation selection button, multi-choice buttons,
numbers and start button.
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5. CONTROL PANEL
5.1 Operation selection
The operation selection button is symbolised by a
house. When the button has been pressed, the
selected operation mode is shown in the display. By
consecutively pressing the button many times, one
can choose between three different operation modes.
1. HOME:
Sends the robotic lawnmower to the charging
station. It remains here until another operation
mode is selected. The text Home is shown in the
operation window. When the battery is fully
charged, the robotic lawnmower will remain
parked in the charging station. The robotic
lawnmower will first leave the charging station
and begin mowing again when the operation
selection is altered to AUTO.
The Home setting is also used after a new
installation or when changes are made to an
existing installation to test if the robotic
lawnmower can follow the guide wire and dock
with the charging station. See 3.9 Test docking
with the charging station on page 33.
2. AUTO:
The standard, automatic operation mode where
the robotic lawnmower mows and charges
automatically.
3. MAN:
When mowing secondary areas (see
3.4 Installation of the boundary wire on page 21),
the MAN setting must be used.
If MAN is selected and the robotic lawnmower
starts when it is out on the lawn, it will mow until
the battery runs out. It will then stop and the
Needs manual charging” message will appear.
The robotic lawnmower must then be moved
manually to the charging station and then started
manually after charging.
If the robotic lawnmower charges in the MAN
mode, it will fully charge, move about 20 cm out
of the charging station and then stop. This
indicates that it is charged and ready to start
mowing.
If the main working area has to be cut after
charging, it is appropriate to switch the operation
mode to Auto before placing the robotic
lawnmower in the charging station.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always press the START button before
closing the cover to start the robotic
lawnmower. If the START button is not
pressed, a message beep is heard and the
robotic lawnmower will not start.
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5.2 Multi-choice buttons
The three multi-choice buttons offer various
functions, among others depending on where in the
menu structure you are. The button function is shown
at the very bottom of the display.
Example: If you are in the main menu, the left button
can be used to go back, the middle button confirms
any selections and the right button helps you to scroll
the menu.
5.3 Numbers
The number keys are used for instance to enter the
PIN code or time settings.
5.4 Main switch
Set the main switch in 1 position to start the robotic
lawnmower.
Set the main switch in the 0 position when the robotic
lawnmower is not in use or work is being carried out
on the blade disc.
When the main switch is set in the 0 position the
motors on the robotic lawnmower cannot start.
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6. MENU FUNCTIONS
6. Menu functions
6.1 Main menu
The main menu for the Flymo 1200R offers three
options:
Timer
Security
Settings
There are a number of submenus under each option.
You can access all the functions to set the robotic
lawnmower settings via these.
Browse between menus
Browse the main menu and submenus using the
multi-choice buttons. Enter values and times using the
number keys and confirm each selection with the
multi-choice button marked OK. Press the multi-choice
button with the return arrow to go up a step in the menu
or keep the operation selection button pressed in for 2
seconds to go directly back to the main menu.
Submenus
Certain submenus contain options that are ticked off to
the left. This means that these options are selected.
In some of the submenus there is information to the
right of specific rows. This information indicates which
selection has been made for the function.
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6. MENU FUNCTIONS
6.2 Menu structure
Flymo 1200R
Timer
Settings
Work
hours 1
Work
hours 2
Work
days
Security
Change
PIN code
Security
level
New loop
signal
Language
Time &
Date
Backlight
Low
Medium
High
Set
date
Date
format
Set
time
Time
format
Reset
timer
Remote
start
Calibrate
guide
Reset user
settings
Proportion
Country
ECO
mode
About
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6.3 Timer
The lawn should not be cut too often to obtain the
best mowing result. Consequently, it is important to
limit the operating time using the timer function if the
working area is less than the robotic lawnmower's
working capacity. When the robotic lawnmower is
allowed to mow too much, the lawn may appear
flattened. Besides, the robotic lawnmower is
subjected to unnecessary wear.
The timer function is also an ideal means to control
which work hours the robotic lawnmower should not
mow, for example, when the children are playing in
the garden.
The factory setting for the timer is 07:00-22:00 and it
allows mowing every day of the week. This setting is
suitable for a working area of about 400 m
2
.
When setting the timer, calculate that the robotic
lawnmower mows about 30 m
2
per hour and day.
The table below provides suggestions for different
timer settings depending on garden size. The table can
be used to set the operating time. The times should be
seen as indicative, they may need to be adjusted to
suit the garden. Use the table as follows:
1.Find a work area that closest matches the garden's
area.
2.Select an appropriate amount of work days per week
(for some work areas 7 days may be needed).
3.Work hours per day shows how many hours a day
the robotic lawnmower will be allowed to work for the
selected amount of work days.
4.Suggested time interval shows a time interval that
corresponds to the required work hours per day.
Timer settings depending on garden size
Work area
Work days per week Work hours per day Suggested time time interval
100 m
2
5 4,5h 07:00 - 11:30
7 3,5h 07:00 - 10:30
200 m
2
5 9h 07:00 - 16:00
7 6,5h 07:00 - 13:30
300 m
2
6 11,5h 07:00 - 18:30
7 10h 07:00 - 17:00
400 m
2
7 13h 07:00 - 20:00
Work hours 1
Work hours 2:
Work days
Reset timer
Timer
Installation
Security
Settings
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Work hours 1
to set start and stop times for work hours 1. Enter each
required time in hours and minutes and press OK to
confirm the entered time.
Work hours 2:
to set start and stop times for work hours 2. Enter each
required time in hours and minutes and press OK to
confirm the entered time.
Work days
to select the days the robotic lawnmower must work.
The robotic lawnmower will work during the days that
are ticked off.
Reset timer
reset values to the factory settings.
To inactivate Work hours 1 or Work hours 2, enter the time
00:00 - 00:00 to reset the timer to --:-- - --:--.
A clock symbol is displayed on the start page when the timer
settings are set. The clock symbol is black when the robotic
lawnmower is not allowed to mow due to a timer setting and
it is white when the mower is allowed to mow.
The robotic lawnmower has an inbuilt standby period of
about 11 hours a day. The robotic lawnmower is parked in
the charging station during this period. See 4.2 Using the
timer on page 35.
6.4 Security
Through this selection, settings relating to security
and the connection between the mower and the
charging station can be made.
Change PIN code
Enter the new PIN code and press OK. Enter the same
code again and confirm by pressing OK. When the PIN
code is changed, a message stating that the PIN code
has been changed appears in the display momentarily.
Make a note of the new PIN code on the designated
line in Memo on page 4.
Security level
There are three security levels to choose from: low,
medium and high Low and medium security prohibits
access to the robotic lawnmower if the PIN code is
unknown. High security also includes a warning that
beeps if the correct PIN code is not entered after a
designated time period. To disable the robotic
lawnmower, press down the stop button and set the
main switch to 0.
Function Low Medium High
Time lock X X X
PIN request X X
Alarm X
Change PIN code
Security level
New loop signal
Timer
Installation
Security
Settings
Low
Medium
High
Change PIN code
Security level
New loop signal
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Time lock
This function means that the robotic lawnmower
cannot be started after 30 days without first entering
the correct PIN code. When the 30 days has passed
the robotic lawnmower will continue to mow as normal,
but the Enter PIN code message appears when the
cover is opened. Enter your code again and press OK.
PIN request
This function means that the robotic lawnmower
requests a PIN code when the main switch is set to 1
and each time the cover is opened. The correct PIN
code must be entered to use the robotic lawnmower.
If the wrong PIN code is entered 5 times in succession
the robotic lawnmower is blocked for a time. The
blockage time is extended for every new incorrect
attempt.
Alarm
This function means that an alarm sounds if the PIN
code is not entered within 10 seconds after the STOP
button has been pressed or the robotic lawnmower has
been lifted up for any reason. A ticking noise indicates
that the PIN code must be entered to prevent triggering
the alarm. The alarm can be turned off at any time by
entering the correct PIN code.
New loop signal
The loop signal is randomly selected to create a
unique link between the robotic lawnmower and the
charging station. In rare cases, there may be a need
to generate a new signal, for instance if two adjacent
installations have a very similar signal.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging
station.
Select New loop signal in the menu and
press OK.
Change PIN code
Security level
New loop signal
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6.5 Settings
About
The About menu displays information about the
robotic lawnmower's model, serial number and the
different softwares.
ECO
This function automatically turns off the loop signal in
the boundary loop, the guide wires and the charging
station when the robotic lawnmower is not mowing,
i.e. when the lawnmower is charging or is not allowed
to mow due to timer settings.
ECO is suitable to use where there is other wireless
equipment not compatible with the robotic
lawnmower e.g.certain hearing loops or garage
doors.
When the loop signal is turned off due to the ECO
mode, the indicator lamp in the charging station
flashes green. When the indicator lamp flashes green
the robotic lawnmower can only be started in the
charging station and not out in the working area.
In ECO mode, it is very important to always press the
STOP button before removing the robotic lawnmower
from the charging station. In ECO mode it is otherwise
not possible to start the robotic lawnmower. If the
lawnmower has been removed by mistake without first
pressing the STOP button, the lawnmower must be
placed back in the charging station and the STOP
button pressed. Only then can the robotic lawnmower
be started inside the working area.
Select Run ECO and press OK to activate ECO mode.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always press the STOP button before
removing the robotic lawnmower from the
charging station. In ECO mode the robotic
lawnmower otherwise will not be started
inside the working area.
Timer
Installation
Security
Settings
About
ECO
Time & Date
Language
Country
Backlight
Remote start
Calibrate guide
Reset user settings
About
ECO
Time & Date
Language
Country
Backlight
Remote start
Calibrate guide
Reset user settings
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Time & Date
This function allows you to set current time and
required time format in the robotic lawnmower.
Time
Enter the correct time and press OK to exit.
Time format
Place the cursor at the required time format:
12h 24h. Press OK to exit.
Date
Enter correct date and press OK to exit.
Date format
Place the cursor at the required date format:
YYYY-MM-DD (year-month-day)
MM-DD-YYYY (month-day-year)
DD-MM-YYYY (day-month-year).
Exit by pressing OK.
Language
Set language with this function.
To select the language: Place the cursor at Language
and press OK. Place the cursor at the required
language and press OK.
Country
With this function you can select in what country the
robotic lawnmower will work.
Place the cursor at the required country and press OK.
Backlight
To indicate where the robotic lawnmower is at night in
the working area, it is possible to allow the display to
remain on when the robotic lawnmower is in operation.
1. Select Backlight in the menu and press OK.
2. Select one of the following options:
Auto: The display is lit for 1 minute after the latest
key press.
ON: The display is lit all the time when the robotic
lawnmower operates. The display is not lit when
the robotic lawnmower is stopped due for instance
to a timer setting or possible disruption.
About
ECO
Time & Date
Language
Country
Backlight
Remote start
Calibrate guide
Reset user settings
Time
Time format
Date
Date format
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Remote start
One important function with the guide wire is the
capacity to steer the robotic lawnmower to remote
garden areas when required. This function is very
useful in gardens where, for instance, the front and
back are joined by a narrow passage where the
charging station cannot be installed.
With this function activated, (any option other than
Never is selected) the robotic lawnmower will follow the
guide wire from the charging station to the point where
the guide wire connects to the boundary wire. It begins
to mow when it reaches this point. How often it must
follow the guide wire from the charging station is
selected as a proportion of the total number of times it
leaves the charging station. At all other times, the
robotic lawnmower leaves the charging station in the
standard manner and starts to mow.
The following five options can be selected;
Never (0%)
Rarely (approx. 20%)
Medium (approx. 50%)
Often (approx. 80%)
Always (100%)
Select the percentage that corresponds to the size of
the remote area relative to the total working area. If the
remote area is for instance less than half of the total
working area, then Rarely must be selected. If the
remote area is for instance half of the total working
area, Medium must be selected. Compare with the
examples in 7. Garden examples on page 50.
The default setting is Rarely.
Calibrate guide
The Calibrate guide function allows you to test if the
robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire out from
the charging station.
To test the guide wire:
1. Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging
station.
2. Select Calibrate guide and press OK. The
robotic lawnmower will now leave the charging
station, run a calibration process in front of the
charging station and then follow the guide wire to
the connection point with the boundary wire and
then start mowing.
3. Check that the robotic lawnmower can follow the
guide wire all the way to the connection point
with the boundary wire.
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The test has failed if the robotic lawnmower
cannot follow the guide wire all the way to the
connection point with the boundary wire. It is likely
that the installation has not been carried out
‚Äã‚Äãin accordance with the instructions in
3. Installation. Common errors are for instance
that there is not enough open space to the left of
the guide wire as seen facing the charging station
or that the guide wire is not laid at an angle on a
steep slope. See 3.6 Installation of the guide wire.
Rectify the installation and run a new test
with Calibrate guide.
Reset user settings
This function allows you to reset the robotic
lawnmower to the default settings it had when it left the
factory.
1. Select Reset user settings in the menu and press
OK. Enter the correct PIN code and press OK.
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7. GARDEN EXAMPLES
7. Garden examples
- Installation proposals and settings
The robotic mower's behaviour is controlled to a certain extent by what settings are made. Adapting the
robotic lawnmower’s garden settings according to the shape of the garden makes it easier for the robotic
lawnmower to frequently reach all parts of the garden and in doing so achieve a perfect mowing result.
Different gardens require different settings. The following pages outline a number of examples of gardens
with installation proposals and settings.
There are also animated garden examples on www.flymo.com.
See chapter 6. Menu functions for more detailed information about the various settings.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The default settings for the robotic lawnmower have been selected to work in as many different
gardens as possible. The settings only need to be adjusted when special installation conditions
exist.
Installation proposals and settings
Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
150 m
2
. Open and level area.
07:00-17:00
Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Friday
Never
The timer should be used to
prevent the grass looking
trampled since the area is
less than the maximum
capacity of the robotic
lawnmower.
Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
400 m
2
. Open area.
07:00-22:00
(factory setting)
Monday-Sunday
Never
The factory settings are
suitable for this installation.
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Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
400 m
2
. A number of islands
and a 25% slope.
07:00-22:00
(factory setting)
Monday-Sunday
Rarely (factory setting)
Place the charging station in
the lower part of the working
area. Lay the guide wire at
an angle over the steep
slope.
Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
200 m
2
. L-shaped garden
with charging station
installed in the narrow area.
Contains a couple of islands.
07:00-22:00
Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Friday
Often
As most of the working area
can easily be reached by the
robotic lawnmower following
the guide wire out from the
charging station, select
Proportion: Often.
Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
250 m
2
. U-shaped garden
linked with a narrow
passage.
07:00 - 22:00
Monday - Friday
Medium
The guide wire must be
placed along the narrow
passage to ensure that the
robotic lawnmower can with
ease locate the charging
station from the left hand
side of the working area. The
Proportion Medium is
selected as the left hand area
is nearly half of the total area.
Installation proposals and settings
3 m
1.5 m
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Area
Timer
Remote start-
Proportion
Remarks
150 m
2
. Unsymmetrical
working area with a narrow
passage and a number of
islands.
07:00-17:00
Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Friday
Rarely (factory setting)
The guide wire must be
placed along the narrow
passage to ensure that the
robotic lawnmower can with
ease locate the charging
station from the right hand
side of the working area.
Select Proportion Rarely as
the right hand area is a small
fraction of the total area.
Area
Timer
Remote start -
Proportion
Remarks
200 m
2
+ 50 m
2
in a
secondary area.
07:00-18:00
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, Friday
Rarely (factory setting)
The secondary area is cut
using the MAN mode on
Wednesday and Saturday.
Installation proposals and settings
2 m
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8. MAINTENANCE
8. Maintenance
Check and clean the robotic lawnmower regularly and replace worn parts if necessary to improve
operating reliability and to ensure a longer service life. For further information on cleaning, see
8.3 Cleaning.
When the robotic lawnmower is first used, the blade disc and blades should be inspected once a week. If
the amount of wear during this period has been low, the inspection interval can be increased.
It is important that the blade disc rotates easily. The edges of the blades should not be damaged. The
lifetime of the blades varies immensely and depends for instance on:
Operating time and size of the working area.
Type of grass.
Type of soil.
The presence of objects such as cones, windfalls, toys, tools, stones, roots and the like.
The normal life is 2 to 4 months when used in areas more than 300 m
2
in size and longer for smaller areas.
See 8.6 Replacing the blades on page 56 on how to replace the blades.
8.1 Winter storage
Robotic lawnmower
The robotic lawnmower must be cleaned carefully
before putting it away for the winter. See
8.3 Cleaning on page 54.
To guarantee battery functionality and service life, it
is very important to fully charge the robotic
lawnmower before storing it away for the winter.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station
with the hatch open until the battery icon in the
display shows that the battery is fully charged. Then
set the main switch to 0.
Check the condition of wear items such as blades and bearings in the rear wheel. Rectify if necessary to
make sure the robotic lawnmower is in good condition prior to next season.
Store the robotic lawnmower upright in a dry area free from frost, preferably in the mower's original
packaging.
Charging station
Store the charging station and transformer indoors. The boundary wire and the guide wire can be left in
the ground. The ends of the wires should be protected from damp by putting them in a container with
grease for instance.
If it is not possible to store the charging station indoors, the charging station must be connected to the
mains, the boundary wire and the guide wire the entire winter.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Working with dull blades gives a poorer mowing result. The edges of the grass are not cut clean
and more energy is needed resulting in the robotic lawnmower not mowing such a large area.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The battery must be charged fully before winter storage. If the battery is not fully charged it can
be damaged and in certain cases be rendered useless.
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8.2 After winter storage
Check if cleaning is needed, particularly the charging
strips on both the robotic lawnmower and the charging
station, on the first time of use. If the charging strips
appear to be burnt or coated, clean them using a fine
grade emery cloth. Check also that the robotic
lawnmower’s time and date are correct.
8.3 Cleaning
It is important to keep the robotic lawnmower clean.
A mower with large amounts of grass stuck to it will
not cope as well with slopes. It is recommended to
clean using a brush.
Chassis and blade disc
1. Set the main switch in position 0.
2. Wear protective gloves.
3. Lift the robotic lawnmower onto its side.
4. Clean the blade disc and chassis using e.g. a
dish brush.
At the same time, check that the blade disc
rotates freely in relation to the foot guard.
If long blades of grass or other objects find their
way in, these may impede the blade disc. Even a
slight braking effect leads to a higher
consumption of energy and longer mowing
times, and at worst will prevent the robotic
lawnmower from being able to mow a large lawn.
Chassis
Clean the underside of the chassis. Brush or wipe
with a damp cloth.
Wheels
Clean around the front wheels and rear wheel as well
as the rear wheel bracket.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Never use a high-pressure washer or even
running water to clean the robotic
lawnmower. Never use solvents for cleaning.
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Body
Use a damp, soft sponge or cloth to clean the body. If
the body is very dirty it may be necessary to use a
soap solution or washing-up liquid.
Charging station
Clean the charging station regularly from grass,
leaves, twigs and other objects that may impede
docking.
8.4 Transport and removal
Secure the machine during transport. It is important
that the robotic lawnmower does not move when it is
being transported, for instance, between lawns.
The contained lithium-ion-batteries are subject to the
Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on packaging
and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting
an expert for hazardous material is required. Please
also observe possibly more detailed national
regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move around
in the packaging.
8.5 In the event of a thunderstorm
To reduce the risk of damage to electrical
components in the robotic lawnmower and its
charging station, we recommend that all connections
to the charging station are disconnected (power
supply, boundary wire and guide wires) if there is a
risk of a thunderstorm.
1. Make sure the wires are marked with the
supplied markers to simplify reconnecting. The
charging station’s connections are marked AR,
AL, Guide.
2. Disconnect all wires.
3. Close the cover to the charging station to protect
the connections from rain.
4. Connect all the wires if there is no longer arisk of
thunder. It is important that each wire is
connected to the right place.
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8.6 Replacing the blades
There are three blades on the robotic lawnmower,
which are screwed into the blade disc. All three
blades and screws must be replaced at the same
time to obtain a balanced mowing system.
Use Flymo approved original blades only.
To replace the blades:
1. Set the main switch in position 0.
2. Wear protective gloves.
3. Turn the robotic lawnmower upside down.
4. Remove the screw for the blade. Use a straight
slot or cross-tip screwdriver.
5. Remove the blade and the screw.
6. Screw on the new blade and the new screw.
8.7 Replacing the battery
The battery is maintenance-free, but has a limited life
span of 2 to 4 years.
Battery life is dependent on the length of the season
and how many hours a day the robotic lawnmower is
used. A long season or many hours of use a day
means that the battery must be replaced more
regularly.
WARNING
Always use original blades and
screws when replacing. Only
replacing the blades and reusing the
screw can result in a screw wearing
during mowing and shearing. The
blades can then be propelled from
under the body and cause serious
injury.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Fully charge the battery at the end of the
season before winter storage.
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Replacing the battery
If the operating times for the robotic lawnmower are
shorter than normal between charges, this indicates
that the battery is getting old and eventually needs
replacing. The battery is fine as long as the robotic
lawnmower maintains a well-cut lawn.
1. Set the main switch in position 0.
2. Lower the cutting height to its lowest position.
3. Turn the robotic lawnmower upside down. Place
the robotic lawnmower on a soft and clean
surface to avoid scratching the body and the
display cover.
4. Clean around the battery cover.
5. Unscrew the four screws to the battery cover
(Torx 20) and remove the battery cover.
6. Pull out the battery by pulling on the strap.
7. Fit a new original battery.
NOTE! Press on the contact strip to fit the battery
in place and not on the battery pack itself.
8. Fit the battery cover. If the seal on the battery
cover is visibly damaged, the entire battery cover
must be replaced.
9. Screw in place the four screws for the battery
cover (Torx 20).
10. Reset the cutting height to the required level.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always use original batteries. Compatibility
with other batteries cannot be guaranteed.
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
9. Troubleshooting
In this chapter, a number of messages are listed which may be shown in the display if there is a
malfunction. There is a proposal as to the cause and steps to take for each message.
This chapter also presents some symptoms that can guide you if the robotic lawnmower does not work as
expected.
More suggestions for steps to take in the event of malfunction or symptoms can be found on
www.flymo.com.
9.1 Messages
Below a number of messages are listed which may be shown in the display of the robotic lawnmower.
Contact Flymo Central Service if the same message appears often. See Memo on page 4.
Message Cause Action
Wheel motor blocked,
left
Grass or other object has wrapped
around the drive wheel.
Check the drive wheel and remove
the grass or other object.
Wheel motor blocked,
right
Grass or other object has wrapped
around the drive wheel.
Check the drive wheel and remove
the grass or other object.
Cutting system
blocked
Grass or other object has wrapped
around the blade disc.
Check the blade disc and remove the
grass or other object.
The blade disc lies in a pool of water. Move the robotic lawnmower and if
possible prevent the collection of
water in the working area.
No loop signal The transformer is not connected. Check the wall socket connection and
whether an earth-fault breaker has
tripped. Check that the low voltage
cable is connected to the charging
station.
The boundary wire is not connected
to the charging station
Check that the boundary wire
connector is fitted properly to the
charging station. See 3.5 Connecting
the boundary wire on page 27.
Boundary wire broken. Find out where the break is. Replace
the damaged section of the loop with
a new loop wire and splice using an
original coupler. See 9.4 Finding
breaks in the loop wire on page 64.
The boundary wire is laid in the wrong
direction around an island.
Check that the boundary wire has
been laid according to the instructions
in chapter 3. Installation.
The connection between the robotic
lawnmower and the charging station
has been broken.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the
charging station and generate a new
loop signal via Security -> New loop
signal.
Disturbances from metal objects
(fences, reinforcement steel) or
buried cables close by.
Try moving the boundary wire.
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Trapped The robotic lawnmower has got
caught in something.
Free the robotic lawnmower and
rectify the reason for it becoming
trapped.
The robotic lawnmower is stuck
behind a number of obstacles.
Check if there are any obstacles
which make it hard for the robotic
lawnmower to move on from this
place.
Outside working area The boundary wire connections to the
charging station are crossed.
Check that the boundary wire is
connected correctly.
The boundary wire is too close to the
edge of the working area.
Check that the boundary wire has
been laid according to the instructions
in chapter 3. Installation.
The working area slopes too much. Check that the boundary wire has
been laid according to the instructions
in chapter 3. Installation.
The boundary wire is laid in the wrong
direction around an island.
Check that the boundary wire has
been laid according to the instructions
in chapter 3. Installation.
Disturbances from metal objects
(fences, reinforcement steel) or
buried cables close by.
Try moving the boundary wire.
The robotic lawnmower finds it hard
to distinguish the signal from another
robotic lawnmower installation close
by.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the
charging station and generate a new
loop signal via Security -> New loop
signal.
Low battery The robotic lawnmower cannot find
the charging station.
Check that the charging station and
the guide wire are installed in
accordance with the instructions in
Chapter 3. Installation on page 15.
The guide wire is broken or not
connected.
Check that the indicator lamp in the
charging station flashes yellow. See
the solution in 9.2 Indicator lamp in
the charging station on page 61.
The battery is spent. Replace the battery. See
8.7 Replacing the battery on page 56.
The charging station's antenna is
defective.
Check if the indicator lamp in the
charging station flashes red. See the
solution in 9.2 Indicator lamp in the
charging station on page 61.
Wrong PIN Wrong PIN code has been entered.
Five attempts are permitted, and the
keypad is then blocked for five
minutes.
Enter the correct PIN code. Contact
Flymo Central Service if you forget
the PIN code. See Memo on page 4.
Right wheel
overloaded
Left wheel overloaded
The robotic lawnmower has got
caught in something.
Free the robotic lawnmower and
rectify the reason for the lack of drive.
If it is due to wet grass, wait until the
lawn has dried before using the
robotic lawnmower.
Message Cause Action
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No drive The robotic lawnmower has got
caught in something.
Free the robotic lawnmower and
rectify the reason for the lack of drive.
If it is due to wet grass, wait until the
lawn has dried before using the
robotic lawnmower.
The working area includes a steep
slope.
Maximum guaranteed slope is 25%.
Steeper slopes should be isolated.
See 3.4 Installation of the boundary
wire on page 21.
The guide wire is not laid at an angle
on a slope.
If the guide wire is laid on a slope, it
must be laid at an angle across the
slope. See 3.6 Installation of the
guide wire on page 28.
Charging station
blocked
The contact between the charging
strips and contact strips may be poor
and the robotic lawnmower has made
a number of attempts to charge.
Put the robotic lawnmower in the
charging station and check that the
charging strips and contact strips
make good contact.
An object is obstructing the robotic
lawnmower.
Remove the object.
Stuck in charging
station
There is an object in the way of the
robotic lawnmower preventing it from
leaving the charging station.
Remove the object.
Upside down The robotic lawnmower is leaning too
much or has turned over.
Turn the robotic lawnmower the right
way up.
Needs manual
charging
The robotic lawnmower is set in the
MAN operating mode.
Place the robotic lawnmower in the
charging station. This behaviour is
normal and no action is required.
Next start hh:mm The timer setting prevents the robotic
lawnmower from operating.
Change the timer settings. See
6.3 Timer on page 43.
The rest period is in progress. The
robotic lawnmower must dock in the
charging station for at least 11 hours
a day.
This behaviour is normal and no
action is required. See 4.2 Using the
timer on page 35.
The day's mowing is
complete
The rest period is in progress. The
robotic lawnmower must dock in the
charging station for at least 11 hours
a day.
This behaviour is normal and no
action is required. See 4.2 Using the
timer on page 35.
Message Cause Action
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
9.2 Indicator lamp in the charging station
For a fully functional installation, the indicator lamp in the charging station must emit a solid green light.
If something else appears, follow the troubleshooting guide below.
There is more troubleshooting help on www.flymo.com. If you still need help with troubleshooting, please
contact Flymo Central Service. See Memo on page 4.
Light Cause Action
Solid green light Everything in order No action required
Green flashing light The signals are good and ECO mode
is activated.
No action required. For more
information on ECO mode, See
6.5 Settings.
Blue flashing light The boundary loop is not connected
to the charging station
Check that the boundary wire
connector is fitted properly to the
charging station. See 3.5 Connecting
the boundary wire on page 27.
Break in the boundary loop Find out where the break is. Replace
the damaged section of the boundary
wire with a new loop wire and splice
using an original coupler. See
9.4 Finding breaks in the loop wire on
page 64.
Yellow flashing light The guide wire is not connected to
the charging station
Check that the guide wire connector
is properly connected to the charging
station. See 9.4 Finding breaks in the
loop wire on page 64.
Break in the guide wire Find out where the break is. Replace
the damaged section of the guide
wire with a new loop wire and splice
using an original coupler.
Red flashing light Interruption in the charging station's
antenna
Contact Flymo Central Service. See
Memo on page 4.
Solid blue light Weak signal as the boundary wire is
too long.
No steps have to be taken if the
robotic lawnmower operates as
expected.
Shorten the boundary wire by
reducing the working area or
replacing islands with barriers the
robotic lawnmower can collide with.
Solid red light Defective circuit board in the charging
station
Contact Flymo Central Service. See
Memo on page 4.
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
9.3 Symptoms
If your robotic lawnmower does not work as expected, follow the troubleshooting guide below.
There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on www.flymo.com which provides more detailed answers
to a number of standard questions. Contact Flymo Central Service if you still cannot find the reason for the
fault. See Memo on page 4.
Symptom Cause Action
The robotic
lawnmower has
difficulty docking
The boundary wire is not laid in a long
straight line that is far enough out
from the charging station.
Check that the charging station has
been installed according to the
instructions in 9.4 Finding breaks in
the loop wire on page 64.
The guide wire is not inserted in the
slot at the bottom of the charging
station.
It is absolutely critical for operation
that the guide wire is perfectly straight
and is in the correct position under
the charging station. Therefore make
sure that the guide wire is always in
its slot in the charging station. See
3.6 Installation of the guide wire.
The charging station is on a slope Place the charging station on a
surface that is entirely level. See
3.2 Installation of the charging station
on page 16.
Uneven mowing
results
The robotic lawnmower works too few
hours per day.
Increase the mowing time. See
6.3 Timer on page 43.
The proportion setting is incorrect in
relation to the layout of the working
area
Check that the correct Proportion
value is selected.
Working area too large. Try limiting the working area or
extending the working time.
See 6.3 Timer on page 43.
Dull blades. Replace all the blades and screws so
that the rotating parts are balanced.
See 8.6 Replacing the blades on
page 56.
Long grass in relation to the set
cutting height.
Increase the cutting height and then
successively lower.
Accumulation of grass by the blade
disc or around the motor shaft.
Check that the blade disc rotates
freely and easily. If not, screw off the
blade disc and remove grass and
foreign objects. See 8.3 Cleaning on
page 54.
The robotic
lawnmower runs at
the wrong time
The robotic lawnmower clock needs
to be set.
Set the clock. See 6.5 Settings on
page 46.
The start and stop times for mowing
are incorrect.
Reset the start time and stop time
settings for mowing. See 6.3 Timer
on page 43.
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
The robotic
lawnmower vibrates
Damaged blades lead to imbalance in
the cutting system.
Inspect the blades and screws and
replace them if necessary. See
8.6 Replacing the blades on page 56.
Many blades in the same position
lead to imbalance in the cutting
system.
Check that only one blade is fitted at
each screw.
The robotic
lawnmower runs, but
the blade disc does
not rotate
The robotic lawnmower searches for
the charging station.
No action The blade disc does not
rotate when the robotic lawnmower is
searching for the charging station.
The robotic
lawnmower mows for
shorter periods than
usual between
charges
Grass or other foreign object blocks
the blade disc.
Remove and clean the blade disc.
See 8.3 Cleaning on page 54.
Both the mowing and
charging times are
shorter than usual
The battery is spent. Replace the battery. See
8.7 Replacing the battery on page 56.
The robotic
lawnmower is parked
for hours in the
charging station.
The robotic lawnmower must stand
for at least 11 hours a day in the
charging station so that the battery
can rest.. See 4.2 Using the timer on
page 35.
No action
The cover has been closed without
the START button first being pressed.
Open the cover, press the START
button and then close the cover.
Symptom Cause Action
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
9.4 Finding breaks in the loop wire
Breaks in the loop wire are usually the result of
unconscious physical damage to the wire such as
when gardening with a shovel. In countries with ground
frost, even sharp stones that move in the ground can
damage the wire. Breaks can also be due to the high
tension in the wire during installation.
Mowing the grass too low right after the installation can
damage wire insulation. Certain damage to the
insulation may not cause disruptions until several
weeks or months later. To avoid this, always select the
maximum cutting height the first weeks after
installation and then lower the height one step at a
time every second week until the desired cutting height
has been reached.
A defective splicing of the loop wire can also lead to
disruptions first several weeks after the splice was
done. A faulty splice can, for example, be the result of
the original coupler not being pressed together hard
enough with a pair of pliers, or a coupler of lower
quality than original coupler has been used. Please
first check all known splices before further
troubleshooting is done.
A break can be located by gradually halving the
distance of the loop wire where the break may have
occurred until there is only a very short section of the
wire left.
1. Make sure the indicator lamp in the charging
station flashes blue, which indicates a break in
the boundary loop. See 9.2 Indicator lamp in the
charging station on page 61.
2. Check that the boundary wire connections to the
charging station are properly connected and not
damaged. Check that the indicator lamp in the
charging station is still flashing blue.
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
3. Connect the charging station to the power
supply. Switch the connections between the
guide wire and the boundary wire in the charging
station.
a) Switch connection AL and Guide.
If the indicator lamp flashes yellow, then the
break is somewhere on the boundary wire
between AL and the point where the guide wire
is connected to the boundary wire (thick black
line in the illustration).
b) Put AL and Guide back in their original
positions. Then switch AR and Guide.
If the indicator lamp flashes yellow, then the
break is somewhere on the boundary wire
between AR and the point where the guide wire
is connected to the boundary wire (thick black
line in the illustration).
Guide
Guide
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