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Husqvarna 2348 LS Lawn Mower User Manual

1. nn ancaccnronnecenecitainainsssiswmaenaiaevcees 42 6 2 Menu structure a 43 6 3 TIMET oirnn 44 6 4 Installation a aaa aiasa 45 6 5 Security l u aaa aaa alaaaaa 49 6 6 Settings c ccc cece cece teteetetetetteteeteeteeeeen 51 7 Garden examples ooo OZ 8 Maintenance u a asasaa 56 8 1 Winter storage arrn 56 8 2 Service l cece ceseeessseeeeteeseceeseesseetseteesstaeseteeeeeees 57 8 3 After winter storage ccn 57 8 4 Cleaning ren 57 8 5 Transport and removal 1 a ee teeteeeees 59 8 6 In the event of a thunderstorm a 59 Ol DIAS P E ERN E 59 OO alliy uuu assspaunhubausquqwasusaqaqayausiuhyasshushaskaqi 60 9 Troubleshooting once cect tteteeteteeen 61 9 1 MESSAGES oie cece cece cee tecee neve setetetetetteteeeteesees 61 9 2 Indicator lamp in the charging station u 64 Da VIMO WON uuu u E EE ane E 65 9 4 Finding breaks in the loop wire ooo cece 67 10 Technical Data 2c 71 11 Guarantee terms octet 2 12 Environmental information ua 72 English 3 MEMO Serial number PIN code Dealer Dealer s telephone number gt gt gt gt gt In the unlikely event that the mower is stolen it is important to notify the dealer of this Provide the serial number of the mower so that it can be registered as stolen in the central systems at Husqvarna AB Itis an important step in theft prevention discouraging interest in the buying and selling of stolen mow
2. Remote start 1 One important function with the guide wire is the capacity to steer the mower to remote garden areas when required This function is very useful in gardens where for instance the front and back are joined by Proportion Rarely a narrow passage Never With this function activated any option other than Distance Medium Never is selected the mower will at times follow the guide wire from the charging station to the remote area and begin cutting there Often e Proportion How often the mower 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 mower leaves the charging station in the standard manner and starts to cut Always 46 English 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 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 52 The default setting is Rarely Distance Enter the distance in metres along the guide wire from the charging station to
3. 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 the worst will prevent the mower from being able to mow a large lawn The blade disk must be removed to carry out a more thorough cleaning If necessary contact your dealer Chassis Clean the underside of the chassis Brush or wipe with a damp cloth SY OY Zf C r A LA Wheels Clean around the front wheels and rear wheel as well as the rear wheel bracket 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 58 English 8 MAINTENANCE 8 5 Transport and removal Secure the machine during transport It is important that the robotic lawnmower is kept still when it is being moved for instance between lawns 8 6 In the event of a thunderstorm To reduce the risk of damage to components in the robotic lawnmower we recommend that all connections to the charging station are disconnected power supply boundary wire and guide wire if there is a risk of a thunderstorm 8 Blades A N WARNING Alway
4. For example Press 2 followed by 1 in the main menu to show the Guide width submenu Submenus Certain submenus contain options that are ticked off to the left This means that these options are PROPORTION selected Never Rarely In some of the submenus there is information to the v right of specific rows This information indicates which selection has been made for the function 42 English 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 6 2 Menu structure JeuuloOJ aed sbuljjas JOSN JOSEY jeuoj oul abe nbue7 s6u s ep Ou 19S jas Jed 9 awl shemjy uayQ wnipay Ajesey 419A N sfemiy u yo wnp w Ied 4eAeN c Hels L Hels Jou u jow y ue s q uUolmodold 9ue SIQ uoluodoid uB uinipayy MOT ino 189 ul jsa ae W MOLEN r eae P Paa K Qui sumes Z pes pueis upi ISPI Sep smo j smoy MESIN a 19 jsed aAUG SOL QJOW SY jow y pln maad MOM HOM MOM AWLUNIES uonejje su JOU s U English 43 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 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 tool to control
5. and select Test OUT The mower will then leave the charging station straight away along the guide wire and begin mowing after the designated distance If there is a passage that the mower cannot get through the settings in Guide width ought to be changed from Wide to Medium If required the setting can also be changed to Narrow The Narrow guide width setting should only be used if none of the other settings work for this installation When the Test OUT function is activated the mower travels the farthest distance from the wire allowed by the selected guide width The figure here shows how the robotic lawnmower travels through a passage when Guide width is set to Medium and not to Wide How to measure the distance from the charging station to a remote area Enter a distance which beyond any doubt exceeds the real figure The maximum distance that can be entered is 1640 ft 500 m Dock the robotic lawnmower in the charging station and select Test OUT The robotic lawnmower will immediately leave the charging station The distance stated in metres will be shown in the mower display as the mower operates Stop the robotic lawnmower at the required position and note the distance Enter the displayed number of metres in the Distance field for the working area in question lf Remote start 2 has been activated i e if another option other than Never has been selected for Proportion these settings must also be tested Remote sta
6. the boundary wire should be laid 8 20 cm inside the working area This prevents the wheels from driving into the ditch or up onto the curbstone About 5 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 2 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 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 6 15 cm in height This will prevent the robotic lawnmower from ending up outside the working area under any circumstances English 23 3 INSTALLATION Boundaries within the working area Use the boundary wire to demarcate areas inside the Pe working area by creating islands
7. with an A on the charging station 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 28 English 3 INSTALLATION 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 loop The same cable roll is used for both the boundary loop and guide wire 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 hard to reach 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 loop 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 4 Installation on page 45 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 stat
8. 00 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Often Medium As most of the working area can easily be reached by the mower following the guide wire out from the charging station select Proportion Often English 53 7 GARDEN EXAMPLES Installation proposals and settings Area 300 square yards 250 m U shaped garden linked with a narrow passage Timer 07 00 23 00 Monday Friday Proportion Medium Guide width Medium Remarks The guide wire must be placed along the narrow passage to ensure the mower 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 Medium Area 180 square yards 150 m2 Unsymmetrical working area with a Se ll COG narrow passage and a number of a islands pa _ _ l _ o o sBAwu Timer 07 00 17 00 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday N E lao Proportion Rarely factory setting Guide width Medium Remarks The guide wire must be placed along the narrow passage to ensure the mower 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 Rarely 54 English 7 GARDEN EXAMPLES Installation proposal
9. a new loop wire and splice using an original coupler 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 nstallation 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 gt New loop Signal Disturbances from metal objects fences reinforcement steel or buried cables close by Try moving the boundary wire English 61 9 IROUBLESHOOTING Message Trapped Cause The robotic lawnmower has got caught in something Action 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 location 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
10. and Guide back in their original positions Then switch A2 and Guide If the indicator lamp flashes yellow then the break is somewhere on the boundary wire between A2 and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire thick black line in the illustration 68 English 9 TROUBLESHOOTING a Assume that the indicator lamp flashed yellow in test a above Reset all connections to their original positions Then disconnect A2 Connect a new loop wire to A2 Connect the other end of this new loop wire somewhere at the centre of the installation If the indicator lamp is green or flashing yellow then the break is somewhere in the wire between the disconnected end to the point where the new wire is connected thick black line in the illustration below In that case move the connection for the new wire closer to the disconnected end roughly at the middle of the suspected wire section and check again if the indicator lamp is green or flashes yellow Continue until only a very short section of the wire remains which is the difference between a flashing blue light and a solid green light b If the indicator lamp flashed yellow in test 3b above a similar test is carried out but with the new loop wire connected to A1 instead English 69 9 IROUBLESHOOTING 5 When the break is found the damaged section must be replaced with a new wire The damaged section can be cut out
11. battery As soon as the charging station is connected it is possible to charge the robotic lawnmower Set the main switch to position 7 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 The Automower cannot be used before the installation is complete English 21 3 INSTALLATION 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 loop 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 0 4 1 cm and a maximum of 8 20 cm in the ground Plan where to lay the boundary wire The boundary wire must be laid so that e A loop is for
12. expected More suggestions for steps to take in the event of malfunction or symptoms can be found on www automower com 9 1 Messages Below we have listed a number of messages which may be shown in the display of the Husqvarna robotic lawnmower Contact your dealer if the same message appears often Message Cause Action Wheel motor blocked Grass or other object has wrapped Check the drive wheel and remove left around the drive wheel the grass or other object Wheel motor blocked Grass or other object has wrapped Check the drive wheel and remove right around the drive wheel the grass or other object Cutting system Grass or other object has wrapped Check the blade disc and remove the blocked around the blade disc grass or other object The blade disc lies in a pool of water Move the mower 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 28 Boundary wire broken Search interrupted see 9 4 Finding breaks in the loop wire on page 67 Replace the damaged section of the loop with
13. mower has an inbuilt standby period of about 6 hours a day 8 hours for the Automower 305 The mower is parked in the charging station during this period See 4 2 Using the timer on page 36 44 English 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 6 4 Installation The following operating settings are available via this selection in the main menu ue Guide width Guide width to select the distance from the guide wire the mower is allowed to travel when it follows this to and from the charging station Installation Remote start 1 Remote start 2 e Remote start 1 to control the robotic lawnmower so that it can Test settings easier reach remote parts of the garden 1 e Remote start 2 to control the robotic lawnmower so that it can easier reach remote parts of the garden Drive past wire e Test settings to check the above settings e Drive past wire to set the distance over the boundary wire that the mower should drive See 7 Garden examples for examples of garden settings Guide width The guide width is a measure of how far from the guide wire the mower is allowed to travel when it follows this to and from the charging station The area Guide width beside the wire which the mower then uses is called Medium the Corridor Narrow The robotic lawnmower has a default setting for Wide medium wide corridors To further reduce the risk of tracks forming it is recommended to select a wide corridor in working areas where
14. need e Hammer plastic mallet to simplify putting the staples in the ground e Combination pliers for cutting the boundary wire and pressing the contact strips together e Edge cutter straight spade if the boundary wire must be buried Installation of the charging station 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 e Allow for 10 ft 3 m of free space in front of the charging station It must be possible to lay at least 5 ft 1 5 m 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 33 ft 10 m long A 66ft 20 m low voltage cable is available to purchase as an accessory Please contact your dealer for more information A level surface 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 For an example of an ideal position of the charging station see 7 Garden examples on page 52 g Min 1 5m e Min 1 5m g English 17 3 INSTALLATION The charging station must be positioned with a great deal of free space in front of it at least 10 ft 3 m It should also be centrally placed in the working are
15. the cutting height can be lowered one step every week until the desired cutting height has been reached 38 English 5 CONTROL PANEL 5 Control panel All forms of commands and settings for the Husqvarna 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 The battery status shows the remaining battery charge 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 T
16. to Check that the guide wire connector the charging station Is properly connected to the charging station See 3 6 Installation of the guide wire on page 29 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 Contact the local dealer antenna Solid blue light Weak signal as the boundary wire is No steps have to be taken if the too long Max length is 250 metres mower operates as expected Shorten the boundary wire by reducing the working area or replacing islands with barriers the mower can collide with Weak signal due to damaged Since it is difficult to locate where the boundary wire wire is damaged it is recommended to lay a new boundary wire for the entire working area Solid red light Defective circuit board inthe charging Contact the local dealer station 64 English 9 3 Symptoms 9 TROUBLESHOOTING If your Automower does not work as expected follow the troubleshooting guide below There is a FAQ Frequently Asked Questions on www automower com which provides more detailed answers to a number of standard questions It you still cannot find the reason for the fault contact the local dealer Symptoms The robotic lawn mower has difficulty docking with the charging station Cause The boundary wire is not laid in a long straight line that i
17. which periods the robotic lawnmower should not mow for example when the children are playing in the garden The factory setting for the timer is 05 00 24 00 07 00 23 00 for the Automower 305 and it allows mowing every day of the week This is normally a suitable setting for a working area of about 960 square yards 800 m about 600 square yards 500 m for the Automower 305 When setting the timer calculate that the robotic lawnmower mows about 54 square yards 45 m per hour and day about 36 square yards 30 m for the Automower 305 e Work hours 1 to set start and stop times for work hours 1 Enter Work period 1 each required time in hours and minutes and press OK to confirm the entered time Wore heures 2 e 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 Week Timer Reset timer Work days to select the days the robotic lawnmower must work The robotic lawnmower will work during the days that are ticked off e 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
18. Charging strip 12 English 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Keypad Display Loop wire for boundary loop and guide wire Low voltage cable Connector for connecting the loop wire to the charging station Screws for securing the charging station Transformer Staples Measurement gauge for help when installing the boundary wire the measurement gauge is broken loose from the box Coupler for the loop wire Operator s Manual 2 PRESENTATION 2 2 Function Capacity The robotic lawnmower is recommended for lawns up to 0 2 acre 800 m 0 125 acre 500 m for Automower 305 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 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 Husqvarna mowing system is based on an efficient and energy saving principle Unlike many standard lawnmowers the r
19. Husavarna HUSQVARNA AUTOMOWER 305 308 OPERATOR S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction and safety 2000 0 5 T TM UIE OTA l l l uuu uwa awama s 1 2 Symbols on the product nner 6 1 3 Symbols in the Operators Manual ooo 7 1 4 Safety Instructions u u a Iaaaaaaaa 8 2 Presentation ssacicconscsieiainsiadnescsntcessedenraynceusnssesalataseanisetaaeseeooiinas 11 2 1 Whal IS Whal uuu aaa r 12 2 2 FONC OUD uuu abu Susa sapalan asa 13 3 Installation ce 16 3 1 Propa AO INS U L S sS EEE RT ETEEN E 16 3 2 Installation of the charging station 17 3 3 Charging the battery u a ctetececeeteteteeeeen 21 3 4 Installation of the boundary Wire oo u 22 3 5 Connecting the boundary wire oo 28 3 6 Installation of the guide Wire oon 29 3 7 Checking the installation u aaa 32 3 8 First start up and calibration 22 00 33 3 9 Test docking with the charging station u 34 A USE sasa 35 4 1 Charging a flat battery uuu aa tenes 35 4 2 Using the timer a ar 36 l ilk u u 2 nm 2 ana 37 AA UO DIN uuu uu ua EE EEEE AATE e 38 4 5 Switching Off c lt scsseneninestieceracnepemiseraseavecensontmwnnrl lt cicxamansereeres 38 4 6 Adjusting the cutting height 2 0 0 0 aa 38 5 Control DAC sessies idii 39 5 1 Operation selection a n 40 5 2 Multi choice buttons u aaa 41 5 3 Numbers ce 41 5 4 Main switch rrn 41 6 Menu functions n 42 6 1 Main menu
20. 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 8 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 40 English 5 CONTROL PANEL 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 The number keys can also be used
21. To charge the robotic lawnmower battery A transformer which is connected between the charging station and a 120V 230 V wall socket The transformer is connected to the wall socket and to the charging station using a 33 ft 10 m long low voltage cable The low voltage cable must not be shortened or extended A 66 ft 20 m low voltage cable is available to purchase as an accessory Please contact your dealer 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 660 ft 200 m long 492 ft 150 m for the Automower 305 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 820 ft 250 m English 11 2 PRESENTATION 2 1 What is what The numbers in the illustration represent Body Cover to display keypad and cutting height adjustment Stop button Catch to open the cover Contact strips LED for operation check of the charging station boundary wire and guide wire Charging station Carry handle Battery cover Blade disc Chassis box with electronics battery and motors Main switch Rear wheel
22. Y 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 44 so the robotic lawnmower and sprinkler never run simultaneously 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 e 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 Transport The original packaging should be used when transporting the robotic lawnmower over long A distances l D To safely move from or within the working area Ni lawnmower If security is set to the medium or high level see 6 5 Security on page 49 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 page33 1 Press the STOP button to stop the robotic JI 2 Setthe main switch in position 0 3 Carry the robotic lawnmower by the handle found at the rear under the robotic lawnmower Carry the robotic lawnmower with the blade disc away from the body IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not lift the robotic lawnmower when it is parked in the charging station This may damage the c
23. a 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 5 ft 1 5 m 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 3020 043 The charging station must be positioned on relatively level ground The front end of the charging station must be a maximum of 1 2 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 18 English 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 illustra
24. ar 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 Reset user settings This function allows you to reset the robotic lawnmower to the default settings the mower had when it left the factory Select Reset user settings in the menu and press OK Enter the correct PIN code and press OK Time amp Date Language Settings Reset customer setting Time Time amp Date Time format Date Date format Language Reset user settings English 51 7 GARDEN EXAMPLES 7 Garden examples Installation proposals and settings The mower s behaviour is controlled to a certain extent by what settings are made Adapting the mower s garden settings according to the shape of the garden makes it easier for the mower 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 more garden examples on www automower com See chapter 6 Menu functions for more detailed information about the various settings IMPORTANT INFORMATION The default setting for the robotic lawn mower has been chosen to work in as many different gardens as possible The settings only need to be adjusted when
25. around obstacles ve which cannot withstand a collision for example flowerbeds bushes and fountains 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 Obstacles that can withstand a collision for example trees and bushes higher than 6 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 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 or removed Otherwise the robotic lawnmower can slide up onto this kind of obstacle causing the blades to be damaged 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 24 60 cm Lay the boundary wire then around the secondary area so that it forms an island outside of the main area The robotic lawnmower mus
26. commended to test the installation using this function See 6 4 Installation on page 45 IMPORTANT INFORMATION The guide wire may not cross the boundary wire for instance a boundary wire that is laid out to an island 3 Checking the installation Check the loop signal by inspecting the indicator lamp on the charging station e Solid green light good signals e Flashing blue light interruption in the boundary loop no signal e Flashing yellow light interruption in the guide loop no guide signal Flashing red light interruption in the charging station s antenna plate Contact the dealer for assistance see Memo on page 4 e Solid blue light weak signal This may depend on the boundary loop being too long or that the wire is damaged If the robotic lawnmower still works this is not a problem e Solid red light fault in a circuit board in the charging station The fault should be rectified by an authorized dealer See 9 2 Indicator lamp in the charging station on page 64 if the lamp does not indicate a solid green light 32 English 3 INSTALLATION 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 robo
27. de has been changed appears in the display New loop signal 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 Security level Medium designated time period Low High English 49 6 MENU FUNCTIONS Function Low Medium High Time lock X X X PIN request X X Alarm X IMPORTANT INFORMATION We recommend using the High security level at all times 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 mower 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 mower If the wrong PIN code is entered 5 times in succession the mower 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 withi
28. e disc Remove and clean the blade disc See 8 4 Cleaning on page 57 Both the mowing and charging times are shorter than usual The battery is spent Replace the battery See 8 8 Battery on page 60 This behaviour is normal at low No action temperatures gradual increase below 15 C The robotic Only applicable for Automower 305 No action lawnmower is parked for hours in the charging station The robotic lawnmower must stand for at least 8 hours per day in the charging station in order to attain its in built standby see 4 2 Using the timer on page 36 The cover has been closed without the START button first being pressed Open the cover press the START button and then close the cover 66 English 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 ata time every second week unt
29. e the boundary and guide wires should be routed In the 7 Garden examples chapter there are examples of installations Visit also www automower 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 installation 3 8 First start up and calibration 3 9 Test docking with the charging station The charging station boundary loop and guide wire must be connected to be able to carry out a complete start up 3 1 Preparations 1 If the lawn in the working area is longer than 4 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 7 What is what e Operator s Manual 24 e Robotic lawnmower e Charging station 6 e Loop wire for boundary loop and guide wire 16 16 English 3 INSTALLATION Transformer 20 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
30. ector In order to ensure an even cut even in parts of the garden that are hard to reach there are a number of manual settings for how the robotic lawnmower is to leave the charging station See 6 4 Installation 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 travels up to 11 28 cm beyond the wire before it turns around 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 14 English 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 7 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 33 After this the selected PIN code must be entered every time the main switch is set to 7 See 6 5 Security o
31. electronic components and batteries Contact your dealer for a disassembly of the batteries By ensuring that this product is taken care of correctly you can help to counteract the potential negative impact on the environment and people that can otherwise result through the incorrect waste management of this product For more detailed information about recycling this product contact your municipality your domestic waste service or the shop from where you purchased the product 72 English Husqvarna ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS AUTOMOWER is a trademark owned by Husqvarna AB Copyright 2013 HUSQVARNA All rights reserved www automower com 115 59 08 95
32. er Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets English AN H 1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY 1 3 Symbols in the Operator s Manual These symbols can be found in the Operator s Manual Study them carefully e Turn the main switch to 0 before carrying out any inspections and or maintenance e Always wear protective gloves when working with the robotic lawnmower s chassis e Never use a high pressure washer or even running water to clean the robotic lawnmower e A warning box indicates the risk of personal injury especially if the instructions are not WARNING followed Text An information box indicates the risk of material damage especially if the instructions are not IMPORTANT INFORMATION followed The box is also used where there is a Text risk of user error English 7 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 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
33. er storage Replacing the battery If the operating times for the mower 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 mower maintains a well cut lawn IMPORTANT INFORMATION Only use Husqvarna Group AB original batteries Compatibility with other batteries cannot be guaranteed 1 2 a 4 Set the main switch in position 0 Turn the mower upside down Clean around the battery cover Unscrew the four screws to the battery cover Torx 20 and remove the battery cover Pull out the battery by pulling on the strap Set the main switch in position 0 Turn the mower upside down ON ee gt Fit a new Husqvarna original battery NOTE Press on the contact strip to fit the battery in place 3020 044 9 Fit the battery cover The sealing strip is reusable and does not have to be replaced 10 Screw in place the four screws for the battery cover Torx 20 3020 045 60 English 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 mower does not work as
34. ers The product s serial number is nine digits and is shown on the product rating plate and the product s packaging www automower com 4 English 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 Husqvarna robotic lawnmower requires knowledge of its function 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 the Automowere www automower com website www automower com Here you can find more help and guidance in its use Husqvarna AB 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 The following system is used in the Operator s Manual to make it easier to use e 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 e Words written in bold are one of the buttons on the robotic lawnmower s keypad e Words written in UPPERCASE and italics refer to the position of the main switch and the different operating modes available in the robotic lawnmower IMPORTANT INFORMATION ae Please read the Operator s Manual carefully and make
35. g station 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 pair of pliers if the button on the coupler is difficult to press down by hand 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 English 27 3 INSTALLATION 3 5 Connecting the boundary wire Connect the boundary wire to the charging station 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 1 Place the wire ends in the connector e Open the connector e 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 0 4 0 8 1 or 2 cm above each connector 4 Press the connector onto the metal pins marked
36. g 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 7 ft 2 m 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 40 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 33 34 English 4 USE 4 Use 4 1 Charging a flat battery When the robotic lawnmower is new or has been stored for a long period the battery
37. ge the guide wire must therefore be placed so that the robotic lawnmowerhaS 2 lt as much space to run in as possible The Maximum distance between the boundary loop and the distance guide wire must however be at least 12 VZ 30 cm At least 0 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 to the point on the boundary loop where you wish to make the connection 5 Lift up the boundary wire Cut the boundary wire using for instance a pair of wire cutters English 31 3 INSTALLATION 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 pliers to completely compress 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 function of the guide wire varies depending on the layout of the working area This is why it is re
38. ge Cause Action No drive The robotic lawnmower has got Free the mower and rectify the caught in something reason for the lack of drive If it is due to wet grass wait until the lawn has dried before using the mower The working area includes a steep Maximum guaranteed slope is 25 slope Steeper slopes should be isolated See 3 4 Installation of the boundary wire on page 22 The guide wire is not laid at an angle If the guide wire is laid on a slope it on a slope must be laid at an angle across the slope See 3 6 Installation of the guide wire on page 29 Charging station The contact between the charging Put the robotic lawnmower in the blocked strips and contact strips may be poor charging station and check that the and the robotic lawnmower has made a number attempts to charge 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 mower the right way up Needs manual The robotic lawnmower is set in the Put the mower in the charging station charging MAN operating mode This behaviour is normal and no action is required Next start hh mm The timer setting prevents the mower Change the timer setting
39. harging station and or the robotic lawnmower Open the cover and instead first pull the robotic lawnmower out of the charging station before lifting it English 9 1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY Maintenance A N WARNING When the robotic lawnmower is turned upside down the main switch must always be in the 0 position The main switch should be in the 0 position during all work on the robotic lawnmower s chassis such as cleaning or replacing the blades e Inspect the robotic lawnmower each week and replace any damaged or worn parts Check especially that the blades and blade disc are not damaged Replace all blades and screws at the same time if necessary so that the rotating parts are kept balanced See 8 7 Blades on page 59 10 English 2 PRESENTATION 2 Presentation This chapter contains information that is important to be aware of when planning the installation Installing a Husqvarna 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 Charging station where your robotic lawnmower returns when the charge level in the battery becomes too low The charging station has three functions e To send control signals along the boundary wire e To send control signals along the guide wire so that the robotic lawnmower can find the charging station e
40. he keypad consists of four groups of buttons operation selection button multi choice buttons numbers and start button 07 July 09 26 English 39 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 34 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 22 the MAN setting must be used If
41. ied e Make sure to lay the boundary wire at least 1 cm and a maximum of 8 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 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Extra wire must not be placed in coils outside the boundary wire This can disrupt the robotic lawnmower 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 8 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 29 26 English f_ NZ ee O U u M grrr rrr rer rrr eee 3 INSTALLATION 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 5 ft 1 5 m 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 lt a Min 1 5m e Min 1 5m ge the chargin
42. if it is possible to shorten the boundary wire Always use original couplers 70 English 10 TECHNICAL DATA 10 Technical Data Data Automower 305 Automower 308 Dimensions Length 22 55 cm 22 55 cm Width 15 6 39 cm 15 6 39 cm Height 10 25 cm 10 25 cm Weight 14 Ibs 7 kg 14 Ibs 7 kg Electrical system Battery Specialised Lithium lon Specialised Lithium lon battery 18 V 1 6 Ah battery 18 V 1 6 Ah Transformer 120V 230 V 24 V 120V 230 V 24 V Mean energy consumption at maximum use 9 kWh month for a 0 125 acre 500 m working area 15 kWh month for a 0 2 acre 800 m working area Noise emissions Measured Noise Level 58 dB A 61 dB A Guaranteed noise level 61 dB A 63 dB A Mowing Cutting system Three pivoted cutting blades Three pivoted cutting blades Blade motor speed 2 900 rpm 2 900 rom Power consumption during cutting 20 W 20 20 W 20 Cutting height 0 8 2 2 5 cm 0 8 2 2 5 cm Cutting width T 17 cm T 17 cm Working capacity 0 125 acre 500 m2 20 0 2 acre 800 m2 20 Husqvarna AB does not guarantee full compatibility between the robotic lawnmower and other types of wireless systems such as remote controls radio transmitters hearing loops underground electric animal fencing or sim
43. il 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 64 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 Power A2 A1 Guide pf English 67 9 IROUBLESHOOTING 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 A1 and Guide If the indicator lamp flashes yellow then the break is somewhere on the boundary wire between A1 and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire thick black line in the illustration b Put A1
44. ilar English 71 11 GUARANTEE TERMS 11 Guarantee terms Husqvarna AB guarantees this product s functionality for a period of two years from date of purchase The guarantee covers serious faults relating to materials or manufacturing faults Within the guarantee period we will replace the product or repair it at no charge if the following terms are met The robotic lawnmower and the charging station may only be used in compliance with the instructions in this Operator s Manual e Users or non authorised third parties must not attempt to repair the product Examples of faults which are not included in the guarantee e Damage caused by water seepage from underneath the robotic lawnmower e g from washing or irrigation systems e Damage caused by shortened low voltage cable e Damage caused by lightning e Damage caused by using a battery that is not an original battery e Damage to the loop wire The blades and wheels are seen as disposable and are not covered by the guarantee If a fault occurs with your robotic lawnmower please contact the dealer see Memo on page 4 for further instructions Please have your receipt and product serial number to hand for quicker assistance 12 Environmental information The symbols on the Husqvarna robotic lawnmower or its packaging indicate that this product cannot be treated as domestic waste It should instead be left at a Suitable recycling centre to recycle its
45. ing time and size of the working area Type of grass Type of soil e The presence of objects such as cones windfalls toys tools stones roots and the like The normal life is 1 to 3 months when used in areas more than 0 075 acre 300 m in size and longer for smaller areas See 8 7 Blades on page 59 on how to replace the blades IMPORTANT INFORMATION Working with dull blades gives a poorer mowing result The grass is not cut cleanly and more energy is needed resulting in the robotic lawnmower not mowing such a large area 8 1 Winter storage Robotic lawnmower The robotic lawnmower must be cleaned carefully before putting it away for the winter See 8 4 Cleaning on page 57 Charge the battery fully before winter storage 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 mower is in good condition prior to next season Store the mower upright in a dry area free from frost preferably in the mower s original packaging 56 English 8 MAINTENANCE 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 8 2 Service Leave your robotic lawnmower with a dealer for service prior to winter storage This is essential i
46. ion Thus the corridor is to the left of the guide wire When installing it is therefore important to create as much free space as possible to the left of the guide wire as seen facing the charging station It is not allowed to lay the guide wire closer than 12 30 cm from the boundary wire The guide wire as the boundary wire can be stapled to or buried in the ground IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is important to create as much free space as possible to the left of the guide wire as seen facing the charging station Maximum distance At least 0 cm English 29 3 INSTALLATION 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 Connect it to the contact pin on the charging station that is labelled Guide 3 Run the wire at least 7 ft 2 m straight out from the front edge of the plate If the guide wire must be laid in a passage 4 3 The robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire on the same side of the wire to and from the charging station This means that the robotic lawnmower always runs on the left hand side of the guide wire as seen facing the charging station gF Ne ee ew ww ww nw nn ew ow ow we we ew ew ee ee ee ee ee ee 30 English 3 INSTALLATION e In the passa
47. is laid in the wrong direction around an island Check that the boundary wire has been laid according to the instructions in chapter 3 nstallation 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 gt New loop Signal Five attempts are permitted and the keypad is then blocked for five minutes Low battery The robotic lawnmower cannot find Check that the charging station and the charging station the guide wire are installed in accordance with the instructions see 3 Installation on page 16 The guide wire is broken or not Check that the indicator lamp in the connected charging station flashes yellow See the solution in 9 2 Indicator lamp in the charging station on page 64 The battery is spent Replace the battery See 8 8 Battery on page 60 The charging station s antenna is Check if the indicator lamp in the defective charging station flashes red See the solution in 9 2 Indicator lamp in the charging station on page 64 Wrong PIN Wrong PIN code has been entered Enter the correct PIN code Contact the local dealer if you forget the PIN code 62 English 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Messa
48. it is possible to do so IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always use as wide a guide width as possible The Narrow setting must only be used when none of the other settings can be used in the working area in question English 45 6 MENU FUNCTIONS Wide In a wide corridor the robotic lawnmower mows at more varied distances from the guide wire A garden that is open and free of narrow passages should have a wide corridor to minimise the risk of tracks forming Medium In a medium wide corridor the robotic lawnmower travels close to and far away from the guide wire but not as far away from the guide wire as is the case when a wide corridor is selected The medium corridor setting should be selected for a garden with obstacles close to the guide wire and or passages that do not allow for a wide corridor Narrow With a narrow corridor the robotic lawnmower runs straight over the guide wire G Ee The Narrow corridor setting is not normally recommended but in a garden with one or many narrow passages a narrow corridor may be the only cm s option The Narrow corridor setting increases the risk for tracks forming along the guide wire G T IMPORTANT INFORMATION The distance the mower maintains from the guide wire varies depending on the layout of the working area Use the Test IN function to ensure that the wide corridor setting can be used in the garden in question
49. med 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 e The robotic lawnmower is never more than 49 ft 15 m from the wire at any point in the entire working area e The total length of the boundary wire does not exceed 820 ft 250 m e 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 29 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 page12 20 cm 8 30 cm 12 22 English 3 INSTALLATION Working area boundaries If a high obstacle for example a wall or fence borders the working area the boundary wire should be laid 12 30 cm from the obstacle This will prevent the robotic lawnmower from colliding with the obstacle and reduce body wear About 8 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 1 2 3 5 cm
50. n order to keep the robotic lawnmower in good condition Service usually includes the following e Thorough cleaning of the body the chassis the blade disc and all other moving parts e Testing of the mower s function and components e Checking and if required replacement of wear items such as blades and bearings Testing the mower s battery capacity as well as a recommendation to replace battery if necessary e f necessary the dealer can also load the robotic lawnmower with new software including new features where applicable 8 3 After winter storage Check whether the robotic lawnmower contact strips or charging strips need to be cleaned before using If the charging or contact stripes appear to be burnt clean them using fine grade emery cloth Check also that the robotic lawnmower s time and date are correct 8 4 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 and a spray bottle with water IMPORTANT INFORMATION Never use a high pressure washer or even running water to clean the robotic lawnmower Never use solvents for cleaning English 57 8 MAINTENANCE Chassis and blade disc 1 Setthe 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
51. n 10 seconds after the STOP button has been pressed or the mower 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 mower 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 e Put the mower in the charging station New loop signal e Select New loop signal in the menu and press OK 50 English 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 6 6 Settings The following operating settings are available via this selection in the main menu Time amp Date to set the current time and date and the required time and date format e Language to select the menu language e Reset user settings to reset the mower to the settings it had when it left the factory Time amp Date This function allows you to set current time and required time format in the robotic lawnmower e 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 e Date Enter correct date and press OK to exit e 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 ye
52. n page 49 for more information on anti theft protection Movement pattern The movement pattern of the robotic lawnmower is random and is determined by the mower itself A movement pattern is never repeated With the mowing system the lawn is mown equally without any mowing lines from the robotic lawnmower Locating the charging station The robotic lawnmower moves in a random pattern 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 loop For further information see 3 6 Installation of the guide wire English 15 3 INSTALLATION 3 Installation This chapter describes how to install the Husqvarna 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 wher
53. obotic lawnmower cuts the grass instead of knocking it off We recommend you 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 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 7 Blades on page 59 English 13 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 r I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I When the battery is fully charged the robotic lawnmower leaves the charging station in a randomly selected direction within the 90 270 exit s
54. otor stops and the control panel cover opens Restart 1 Push the Start button 2 Shut the cover within 10 seconds The robotic lawnmower starts automatically 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 0 8 2 cm to MAX 2 5 cm 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 one step every week until the desired cutting height has been reached If the grass is long allow the robotic lawnmower to start mowing at the MAX cutting height Once the grass is shorter you can gradually lower the cutting height 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 e Turn anti clockwise to raise the cutting height e 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
55. rews so that the rotating parts are balanced See 8 7 Blades on page 59 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 4 Cleaning The robotic lawnmower runs at the wrong time The robotic lawnmower clock needs to be set Set the clock See 6 6 Settings on page 51 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 44 English 65 9 IROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms The robotic lawnmower vibrates Cause Damaged blades lead to imbalance in the cutting system Action Inspect the blades and screws and replace them if necessary See 8 7 Blades on page 59 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 blad
56. rt 2 test is performed in the same way as for Remote start 7 48 English 6 MENU FUNCTIONS Test IN The Test IN function allows you to test how well the robotic lawnmower docks with the charging station Test IN can only be performed after Test OUT has been performed Selecting this function causes the mower to travel directly along the guide wire towards the charging station and docks with it The test is approved only if the mower is able to dock with the charging station at the first attempt If the mower is unable to dock on the first attempt it will automatically try again The installation is not approved if the mower needs two or more attempts to dock with the charging station Drive past wire The front of the mower always passes the boundary wire by a specific distance before the mower turns The default distance is 10 25 cm but this can be changed if required The minimum value is 10 25 cm and the maximum value is 12 30 cm Now specify the number of centimetres you want the mower to pass the boundary wire and press OK Drive past wire 6 5 Security Through this selection settings relating to security and the connection between the mower and the charging station can be made Change PIN code Change PIN code Security Enter the new PIN code and press OK Enter the same code again and confirm by pressing OK When Security level the PIN code is changed a message stating that the Set PIN co
57. 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 7 make sure you keep your hands and D feet away from the rotating blades Never put gt fa 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 7 Do not let persons who do not know how the robotic lawnmower works and behaves use the robotic lawnmower Never use the robotic lawnmower if persons especially children or pets are in the immediate vicinity 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 Always switch off the robotic lawnmower using the main switch when not in use The robotic lawnmower can only start when the main switch is set to 7 and the correct PIN code has been entered English 1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFET
58. s See from operating 6 3 Timer on page 44 The rest period is in progress The robotic lawnmower must dock in the charging station for at least 6 hours a day 8 hours for the Automower 305 This behaviour is normal and no action is required The day s mowing is complete The rest period is in progress The robotic lawnmower must dock in the charging station for at least 6 hours a day 8 hours for the Automower 305 This behaviour is normal and no action is required English 63 9 IROUBLESHOOTING 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 automower com If you still need help with troubleshooting please contact the local dealer Light Cause Action Solid green light Everything in order No action required Blue flashing light The boundary wire is not connected Check that the boundary wire to the charging station connector is fitted properly to the charging station See 3 5 Connecting the boundary wire on page 28 Break in the boundary wire 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 Yellow flashing light The guide wire is not connected
59. s and settings Area Timer Proportion Only applicable to the Automower 308 480 square yards 400 m2 Three areas linked with two narrow passages 06 00 22 00 Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday o I I I I I Remote start1 Rarely Proportion Remote start2 Rarely Guide width Medium Remarks As the working area contains three areas linked by two narrow passages Remote start 1 and Remote start 2 must be used to obtain an even mowing result across the entire working area Area 240 square yards 200 m 60 square yards 50 m in a secondary area Timer 07 00 18 00 Monday Tuesday Proportion Thursday Friday Guide width Remarks Never Wide The secondary area is cut using the MAN mode on Wednesday and Saturday English 55 8 MAINTENANCE 8 Maintenance Check and clean the Husqvarna robotic lawnmower regularly and replace worn parts if necessary to Improved operating reliability and to ensure a longer service life For more information on cleaning see 8 4 Cleaning on page 57 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 e Operat
60. s far enough out from the charging station Action Check that the charging station has been installed according to the instructions in 3 2 Installation of the charging station on page 17 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 17 Uneven mowing results The robotic lawnmower works too few hours per day Increase the mowing time See 6 3 Timer on page44 The proportion setting is incorrect in relation to the layout of the working area Check that the correct Proportion value is selected See 6 4 Installation on page 45 The shape of the working area requires the use of both Remote start 1 and Remote start 2 for the robotic lawnmower to find its way to all remote areas Also use Remote start 2 to steer the robotic lawnmower to a remote area See 6 4 Installation on page 45 Working area too large Try limiting the working area or extending the working time See 6 3 Timer on page 44 Dull blades Replace all the blades and sc
61. s 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 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 There are several different types of mower blades to choose from as accessories with different features Use Husqvarna AB approved blades only Please contact your dealer for more information To replace the blades 1 Set the main switch in position 0 2 Wear protective gloves 3 Turn the robotic lawnmower upside down 4 Rotate the skid plate so that its hole aligns with the screw for the blade Only applicable for Automower 308 5 Remove the screw Use a straight slot or cross tip screwdriver 6 Remove the blade and the screw 7 Screw on the new blade and the new screw English 59 8 MAINTENANCE 8 8 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 per day means that the battery must be replaced more regularly IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fully charge the battery at the end of the season before wint
62. special installation conditions exist The recommended timer settings in the following garden examples are applicable to the Automower 305 unless otherwise stated For the Automower 308 the operating time can be reduced See 4 2 Using the timer on page 36 Installation proposals and settings Area 180 square yards 150 m2 Open and level area Timer 07 00 17 00 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Proportion Never Guide width Wide Remarks The timer should be used to prevent the grass looking trampled since the area is less than the maximum capacity of the mower 52 English 7 GARDEN EXAMPLES Installation proposals and settings Area Timer Proportion 598 sqaure yards 500 m Open area 07 00 23 00 factory setting Monday Sunday Never Guide width Wide Remarks Open area without difficult obstacles Area 598 sqaure yards 500 m A number of islands and a 25 Slope EES Timer 07 00 23 00 factory setting Monday Sunday Proportion Guide width Remarks Rarely factory setting Medium Place the charging station in the lower part of the working area Lay the guide wire at an angle over the steep slope TT eee eee ee He KZ Area Timer Proportion Guide width Remarks 240 square yards 200 m L shaped garden with charging station installed in the narrow area Contains a couple of islands 07 00 23
63. suitable for the material in question Do not under any circumstances mount the transformer at a height where there is a risk it can be submerged in water at least 12 30 cm from the ground It is not permitted to place the transformer min 30cm 12 on the ground Y 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 20 English 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 120V 230 V wall socket If the wall socket is outdoors it is important that the transformer is protected from direct sunlight 4 Attach the charging station to the ground using the supplied screws Ensure the screws are screwed all the way down in the countersink I 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 3 3 Charging the
64. sure you understand the instructions before using the robotic lawnmower A N WARNING The robotic lawnmower can be dangerous if incorrectly used English 5 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 the robotic lawnmower The warnings and safety instructions in this Operator s Manual must be carefully followed if the robotic lawnmower is to be used safely and efficiently The robotic lawnmower can only start when the main switch is set to 7 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 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 lawnmow
65. t 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 40 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 Passages when mowing Long and narrow passages and areas narrower than 7 7 ft 1 5 2 m 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 24 English 3 INSTALLATION Slopes The boundary wire can be laid across a slope that slants less than 10 The boundary wire should not be laid across a slope that is steeper than 10 There is a risk that the robotic lawnmower will find it difficult to turn there The robotic lawnmower will then stop and the Outside working area fault message is displayed The risk is at its greates
66. t 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 10 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 10 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 4 10 cm per distance metre 10 the boundary wire should be laid 8 20 cm in on the flat ground before the beginning of the slope English 25 3 INSTALLATION Laying the boundary wire If you intend to staple down the boundary wire e 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 e Make sure to lay the boundary wire close to the ground and secure the staples close together approximately 30 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 bur
67. the lawn The factory setting for the timer is 05 00 24 00 07 00 23 00 for the Automower 305 and it allows 24h mowing every day of the week This setting is suitable for a working area of about 0 2 acre 800 m 0 125 acre 500 m for the Automower 305 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 about 6 hours a day 8 hours for the Automower 305 The standby period provides a good opportunity for example to water or play games on the lawn Example 1 305 Operation A Max 1 The times used in this example are applicable to the Automower 305 but the principle is the same Charging Standby B Min 8 h 308 for the Automower 308 Work period 1 07 00 23 00 Operation A Max 1 Work days All days Charging Standby B Min6h The factory setting ensures that the robotic lawnmower begins cutting the lawn at 07 00 The mower is parked in the charging station from 22 00 and rests until it starts cutting again at 07 00 36 English 4 USE If the timer setting is divided into two work periods the standby period can be divided into a number of periods The total standby time must however be at least 6 hours 8 hours for A
68. the remote area where the mower begins mowing Tips Use the Test OUT function to determine how far it is to the remote area The distance stated in metres will be shown in the mower display Remote start 2 If the working area contains two remote areas the guide wire should be installed so that it reaches both areas Remote start 1 and Remote start 2 can then be combined to steer the robotic lawnmower to each area The settings for Proportion and Distance are carried out in the same way as for Remote start 1 The default setting is Never Take into account that the total figure for Proportion cannot exceed 100 For example if Often is selected for Remote start 1 then only Never or Rarely can be selected for Remote start 2 The guide width is the same for Remote start 1 and Remote start 2 In this way it is the narrowest passage along the guide wire that limits the maximum guide width English 47 6 MENU FUNCTIONS Test settings In the Test settings menu it is possible to test settings for Remote start 1 and that the selected guide width works for the garden in question Test IN Test settings Test OUT Test OUT The Test OUT function is used to test exit settings Tost IN and to calculate the distance from the charging station to a remote area Remote start 1 l Test OUT To test the settings in Remote start 1 Remote start 2 Dock the robotic lawnmower in the charging station
69. tic lawnmower can easily follow the guide wire from the charging station 1 Set the main switch to position 7 2 Open the control panel cover by pressing the STOP button A start up sequence begins when the robotic lawnmower is started for the first time The following is requested e Language e Time format e Current time e Date format e Date e Four digit PIN code All combinations except 0000 are permitted IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use MEMO on page 4 to make a note of the PIN code 3 Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging station as requested in the display 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 loop 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 29 Therefore carry out a new Test OUT see 6 4 Installation on page 45 English 33 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 pressin
70. tion Read more about islands in the 3 4 Installation of the boundary wire chapter I wee m ee 4 Connecting the transformer Take the following into consideration when planning where to place the transformer e Close to the charging station e Protection from rain e 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 33 ft 10 m long and may not be shortened or extended English 19 3 INSTALLATION 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 a ground and secured with pegs 30 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 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 The transformer must be mounted on a vertical surface such as a wall or a fence Screw the transformer in place using the two mounting eyelets No screws are supplied Select screws
71. to enter a number series for shortcuts to the various menus For more information on number series see 6 7 Main menu on page 42 5 4 Main switch Set the main switch in the 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 English 41 6 MENU FUNCTIONS 6 Menu functions 6 1 Main menu The main menu consists of four options Timer e Installation e Security e 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 Home button pressed in for 2 seconds to go directly back to the main menu Number series A number series can be used as a shortcut to a certain function The first number in the series refers to the selection in the main menu The second number corresponds to the selection in the first submenu etc
72. utomower 305 Example 2 The times used in this example are applicable to the Automower 305 but the principle is the same for the Automower 308 Work period 1 08 00 16 00 Work period 2 20 00 23 00 Work days All days The robotic lawnmower will operate for the times specified in the work periods as the total operating time is 11 hours and does not exceed the maximum of 16 hours Automower Automower 305 308 Max operating time 16 h 18 h Min standby time 8h 6h Area hour day 30 m2 45 m2 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 7 2 Press the STOP button to open the control panel cover 3 Enter the PIN code The PIN code request can be disabled For more information about anti theft protection see 6 5 Security 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 305 Operation 1 Charging Standby B D Min 8 h 308 Operation A C Max1 Charging Standby B D Min 6 h English 37 4 USE 4 4 Stopping 1 Press the STOP button The robotic lawnmower stops the blade m
73. will be flat and needs to be charged before starting Charging takes approximately 80 to 100 minutes 1 Setthe main switch to position 1 2 Park the robotic lawnmower in the charging station Open the cover and push 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 A N WARNING Read the safety instructions before you start your robotic lawnmower A N 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 English 35 4 USE 4 2 Using the timer The lawn should not be cut too often to obtain the best mowing result Use the timer function see 6 3 Timer on page 44 to avoid a downtrodden lawn When setting the timer calculate that the robotic lawnmower mows about 54 square yards 45 m per hour and day about 36 square yard 30 m for Automower 305 Example If the working area is 0 09 acre 360 m the robotic lawnmower must operate for about 8 hours per day about 12 hours for the Automower 305 The times are approximate and depend for instance on grass quality blade sharpness and battery age 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

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