H U SQVARNA AUTOMOWE R ™ 230 ACX / 220 AC OPE R ATOR’S MAN UAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction and safety .............................................................. 1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................... 1.2 Symbols on Automower™ ........................................................ 1.3 Symbols in the Operator’s Manual .......................................... 1.4 Safety instructions ........................................................................ 5 5 6 7 8 2. Presentation .............
TABLE OF CONTENTS 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. This Operator's Manual deals with version 2.4x of the mower’s control program.
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 Automower™ requires knowledge of its function. This Operator's manual contains important information about the mower, how you install it and how you use it.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY 1.2 Symbols on Automower™ These symbols can be found on the lawn mover. Study them carefully so you understand their significance. • Read through the Operator’s Manual carefully and understand the content before using your Automower. • The warnings and safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual must be carefully followed if the mower is to be used safely and efficiently.
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 so you understand their significance. • Inspection and/or maintenance must be carried out with the main switch set to OFF. OFF 3012-288 • Always wear protective gloves when working with the mower’s underframe. • Never use a high-pressure washer or even running water to clean Automower.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY 1.4 Safety instructions Use • Please read the Operator's Manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using Automower. • It is not permitted to modify the original design of Automower. 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 Automower according to the instructions.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY Transport The original packaging should be used when transporting Automower over long distances. To safely move from or within the working area: 1. Press the STOP button to stop the mower. If the stop protection, (see page 59) used to prevent theft, has been activated enter the first number of the PIN code. You select the four digit PIN code when you start the mower for the first time, see page 32. 3012-388 2.
2. PRESENTATION 2. Presentation This chapter contains information you should be aware of when planning the installation. An installation of Husqvarna Automower™ includes four main components: Automower, an automatic lawn mower that mows the lawn by moving in essentially an irregular pattern. The mower is powered by a maintenance-free battery. 3012-691 Charging station, where your Automower returns when the charge level in the battery becomes too low.
2. PRESENTATION 2.1 Automower™, what’s what? 2 7 3 7 6 4 1 10 8 5 9 14 13 11 12 16 17 15 19 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 3012-692 The numbers in the picture correspond to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Charging strip Cutting height adjustment cover Catch button to open the cutting height adjustment cover Front wheel Drive wheel Body Stop button Keypad Display Main switch Handle Chassis box with electronics, battery and motors Skid plate 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
2. PRESENTATION 2.2 Function of Automower™ Capacity Automower is recommended for lawns up to 3000 m2 (1800 m2 for 220 AC). How large an area is mown depends primarily on the condition of the blades and the type of grass, growth rate and humidity. The shape of the garden is also significant. If the garden mainly consists of open lawns, Automower can mow more per hour than if the garden consists of several small lawns separated by trees, flower beds and passages.
2. PRESENTATION Working method Automower automatically mows the lawn. It continuously combines mowing and charging. The charging station sends out a signal that Automower can sense at a distance of 6 - 7 metres. The mower starts to search for the charging station when the battery charge becomes too low. Automower does not mow when it is searching for the charging station.
2. PRESENTATION The STOP button on the top of Automower is mainly used to stop the mower when it’s running. When the STOP button is pressed a cover opens, behind which there is a control panel. The STOP button remains depressed until the cover is closed again. This acts as start inhibitor. 3012-388 The control panel on the top of Automower is where you manage all the mower settings. The main switch is also located on the control panel. Open the control panel cover by pressing down the STOP button.
2. PRESENTATION Movement pattern The mower’s movement pattern is irregular and is determined by Automower itself. A movement pattern is never repeated. This mowing system means the lawn is mown equally without any mowing lines. 3012-695 If Automower enters an area where it senses the grass is longer than earlier, it can change the movement pattern. It can then mow in a square pattern to cover the area of longer grass more systematically.
2. PRESENTATION Search method 2: Follow boundary wire Automower runs irregularly until it reaches the boundary wire. The mower then follows the boundary wire in to the charging station. This search method is best for an installation that has an open lawn with wide passages (wider than about 3 metres) and no, or only a small, island. The advantage of this search method is that the search times are generally short.
3. INSTALLATION 3. Installation This chapter describes how you install Husqvarna Automower™. Before starting the installation read the previous chapter 2. Presentation. Read the whole of this chapter too before starting the installation. How the installation is made also affects how well Automower will work. It is therefore important to plan the installation carefully. Planning is simplified if you make a sketch of the working area, including all obstacles.
3. INSTALLATION 3.1 Preparations 1. If the lawn in the proposed working area is taller than 10 cm, mow it using a normal lawn mower. Then collect the clippings. 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 detail diagram 2.1 Automower™, what’s what? on page 11.
3. INSTALLATION The charging station must be positioned on relatively level ground. The height difference must not differ more than 5 cm between the front and rear of the charging station. 3012-554 The charging station must not be positioned so that its plate bends. 3012-532 Consider the distance to a wall socket when choosing the position. The charging station should be connected to a 230V wall socket via the low voltage cable and transformer. The supplied low voltage cable is 20 metres long.
3. INSTALLATION Avoid placing the charging station in a narrow passage (narrower than about 3 metres). 3012-514 3012-515 Do not position the charging station so that the mower can come closer than 3 metres behind the charging station (for example on a narrow point). The mower will not then find the charging station. 3012-744 Installation and connecting the charging station 1. Position the charging station in a suitable spot. 2. Secure the charging station to the ground using the supplied nails.
3. INSTALLATION 3. Connect the low voltage cable to the charging station. Only use original cable and transformer. 3012-263 4. Connect the low voltage cable to the transformer. The connectors may be slightly difficult to connect, as they are moisture-proof. 3012-262 5. Connect the transformer’s power cord to a 230V wall socket. It is preferable to use an earth-fault breaker as recommended. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not tread or walk on the charging station plate.
3. INSTALLATION 3.3 Charging the battery Automower is supplied with an uncharged battery. As soon as the charging station is connected, it is possible to charge the mower. 1. Set the main switch to the OFF position. 2. Place Automower in the charging station to charge the battery while you are laying the boundary wire. From an uncharged state the battery takes about 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours until it is fully charged. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Automower cannot be used before the installation is complete.
3. INSTALLATION 3012-688 Boundaries for the working area If a high obstacle, for example a wall or fence, borders the working area, the boundary wire should be laid 35 cm from the obstacle. This will prevent Automower from colliding with the obstacle and reduce body wear. 35 cm 3012-382 If the working area borders against a small ditch, for example, a flower bed or a small elevation, e.g. a low verge (3 - 5 cm), the boundary wire should be laid 30 cm inside the working area.
3. INSTALLATION If the working area borders against a flat path or the like that lies level with the lawn, it is possible to allow Automower to run a little over the path. The boundary wire should then be laid 10 cm from the edge of the path. 10 cm 3012-383 When the working area is divided by a flat slab path that is level with the lawn, it is possible to allow Automower to run over the path. It can be an advantage to lay the boundary wire under the slabs.
3. INSTALLATION Boundaries within the working area Use the boundary wire to demarcate areas inside the working area by creating islands around obstacles that can not withstand a collision, for example, flower beds and fountains. Run the cable out to the area, route it around the area to be demarcated and then back along the same route. If staples are used, the wire should be laid under the same staple on the return route.
3. INSTALLATION Passages when mowing Long narrow passages and areas, narrower than 1.5 - 2 metres, should be avoided. When Automower mows there is a risk that it runs around in the passage or area for a too long a period. The lawn will then look flattened.
3. INSTALLATION The boundary wire should not be laid across a slope that is steeper than 10 %. There is a risk of Automower finding it difficult to turn there. The mower will then stop and show the fault message Outside working area. The risk is at its greatest in damp weather conditions, as the wheels can slip on the wet grass.
3. INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Extra wire must not be placed in coils outside the boundary wire. This can disrupt Automower™. Tip! 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. 3012-281 If you intend to staple down the boundary wire: • Tip! Mow the lawn where the wire is to be laid using a normal lawn mower or a trimmer.
3. INSTALLATION Laying the boundary wire in towards the charging station The boundary wire can be routed in several different ways in towards the charging station. The best alternative is to route the wire completely outside the charging station, see alternative 1. The wire can also be placed under the charging station plate as shown in alternative 2 in the illustration. However, the wire should not be placed outside alternative 2 because it can then be difficult for Automower to find the charging station.
3. INSTALLATION 3.5 Connecting the boundary wire Connect the boundary wire to the charging station: 1. Lift up the cover on the charging station: • Grip under the edge of the cover with both hands and pull straight out towards the sides. • Now lift the cover straight up. 3012-268 3012-269 2. Slide in the ends of the boundary wire in the lowermost holes on the charging station and catch them in the uppermost holes.
3. INSTALLATION 3. Place the cable ends in the connector: • Open the connector. • Place the wire in the connector grip. 3012-284 4. Press the connector together using a pair of pliers. Press until you hear a click. 5. Cut off any surplus boundary wire. Cut 1 - 2 cm above respective connectors. 3012-264 3012-265 6. Press the connector onto the contact pin, marked A, on the charging station.
3. INSTALLATION 7. Refit the cover on the charging station. Ensure the three guides on the charging station enter the right holes in the cover. 3012-270 3.6 Checking the installation Check the loop signal by looking to see what indication the green LED on the charging station is giving. • Steady light = the signal is okay. • Flashing once every other second = break in the loop and no signal found. • Flashing twice every other second = weak signal.
3. INSTALLATION 3.8 Installation of the guide wire The guide wire is an extra wire that is laid from the charging station, out towards a remote part of the working area or through a narrow passage and is then connected to the boundary wire. The same wire used for the boundary wire is also used for the guide wire. Up to two guide wires can be installed for 230 ACX. In similarity to the boundary wire, the guide wire can either be stapled down or buried.
3. INSTALLATION • The route to a remote area is long or complicated. When Automower shall follow the boundary wire to or from a remote area and the route along the boundary wire to the area is long or complicated. 3012-737 • The boundary wire runs across a long slope (steeper than 10 %). When Automower follows the boundary wire across a slope (steeper than 10 %) the mower must compensate for the slope. The mower then follows the boundary wire at a slower speed.
3. INSTALLATION The longer the guide wire, the closer the mower follows the guide wire. If the guide wire is longer then 300 metres, the mower may find it difficult to follow the wire. This varies depending on the design of the garden and installation. 3012-650 2. Lift up the cover on the charging station. 3. If you intend to install guide 1: • Insert the end of guide 1 into the lower right-hand hole on the charging station and catch it in the upper hole. • Secure a connector on the guide wire.
3. INSTALLATION If you shall install the guide wire through a passage: • Automower follows the guide wire on the same side of the wire both to and from the charging station. This means that in towards the charging station the guide wire is on the right side of the mower and away from the charging station the guide wire is on the left side of the mower. In the passage, the guide wire must be placed so that the mower has as much space to run as possible.
4. USE 4. Use 4.1 Charging a discharged battery When Husqvarna Automower™ is new or has been stored for a long period the battery will not be charged and needs to be charged before starting. Charging takes between 1 1/2 and 2 1/2 hours. 1. Place Automower in the charging station. Insert the mower as far as possible. 3012-385 Good contact is made when both the charging strips on the mower touch the centre of the contact strips on the charging station. 3012-299 2. Open the control panel cover. 3.
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 6.4 Timer (2) on page 47) to avoid a downtrodden lawn and to get the maximum life from your Automower. For example, the quality of your lawn will improve if it is mown every other day instead of 12 hours each day. In addition, the grass benefits from resting completely during at least a three-day period once a month. 4.3 Starting Automower™ 1.
4. USE 4.5 Restart Restart within 20 seconds 1. Close the control panel cover. Automower starts automatically. 3012-389 Restart after more than 20 seconds If more than 20 seconds has elapsed since the last time the STOP button or the keypad was pressed it is not possible to start Automower by just closing the cover. To start: 1. Press the YES button. 2. Close the control panel cover. 3012-402 4.6 Switching off Automower™ 1. Press the STOP button. 2. Set the main switch to the OFF position.
4. USE 4.7 Adjusting the cutting height The cutting height can be varied from MIN (2 cm) to MAX (6 cm). If the grass is long it is appropriate to let Automower 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 mower. 2. Open the cutting height adjustment cover: Press down the catch button and then open the cover. 3012-698 3012-391 3. Turn the knob to the required position.
5. CONTROL PANEL 5. Control panel All forms of commands and settings for Husqvarna Automower™ are made via the control panel. All functions are accessed via a number of menus. 3012-694 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.
5. CONTROL PANEL The keypad consists of five groups of buttons: Shortcuts, program, selection, numbers and the main switch. Main menu Commands Timer Garden Settings 3012-416 5.1 Shortcuts 1. Home: • Sends the mower to the charging station. Where it stays until the button is pressed again. 1 The house icon is lit on the right-hand side of the display when the button is pressed. When the battery is fully charged the mower will remain in the charging station and show the message Waiting.
5. CONTROL PANEL 5.2 Programs 3. A 4. B 5. C 3 Under the program buttons you can save sets of different settings, to reuse or to simplify the use of Automower in several gardens. Under respective buttons there are some preset settings. You can choose to use these or change them. • • 4 5 To change settings: Make the required settings. Save by holding down the selected button for 2 seconds, until two beeps are heard close together.
5. CONTROL PANEL 5.4 Numbers 9. Used in the menu structure to enter settings, for example, PIN code, time or exit direction. Also used to specify a number series as a shortcut to the different menus. See more about number series in Number series on page 45. 3012-407 5.5 Main switch 10. Set the main switch in the ON position to start Automower. Set the main switch in the OFF position when you are not using the mower or if you want to work on the blade disc.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6. Menu functions 6.1 Main menu The main menu consists of four options: 6.3 Commands (1) 6.4 Timer (2) 6.5 Garden (3) 6.6 Settings (4) The numbers in brackets refer to the menu rows on the display of the Husqvarna Automower™. Main menu Commands Timer Garden Settings 3012-679 There are a number of submenus under each option. You can access all the functions to set Automower settings via these.
46 - English Charge, Show latest faults then AUTO Commands Stop Time 2 Wed Reset all timers Mon Tue Stop Time 1 Thu Fri Stop Time 2 Start Time 2 Sat Run all Sun Copy fr. Day Timer Day Weekend Week timer Timer timer Start Time 2 Start Time 1 Start Time 1 Stop Time 1 NO Timer override YES Reset all timers Make factory sett. Timer Follow loop in Follow loop Area 3 Area 5* Area 4* Left Reversing Start angle 1 dist.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6.3 Commands (1) This option in the main menu allows you to access the following functions on Automower. • Charge then AUTO (1-1) in order for Automower to drive immediately to the charging station, charge the battery and then return to the automatic operating mode. Select the function and press YES when the cursor is on Yes. • Show latest faults (1-2) to show the list of saved fault messages. Browse with the arrow buttons.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Timer override (2-1) If you set the timer on your Automower, you can use this function to temporarily abandon the settings. • YES (2-1-1) Move the cursor to YES and press YES to turn off the timer function. • YES Timer override NO 2-1- Day timer NO (2-1-2) Move the cursor to NO and press YES to turn on the timer function. Weekend timer Week timer 2-1 Day timer (2-2) It is possible to set two different start and stop times for each day.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Week timer (2-4) Use the YES button to select/deselect the days you would like Automower to mow/not mow. Automower will mow on the days prefixed by a checkmark. • Mon (2-4-1) • Tue (2-4-2) • Wed (2-4-3) • Thu (2-4-4) • Fri (2-4-5) • Sat (2-4-6) • Sun (2-4-7) • Run all (2-4-8) Timer override Day timer Mon Fri Tue Sat Wed Sun Thu Run all Weekend timer Week timer 2-4 2-4- The function Run all selects all the days.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Exit angles (3-1) Normally Automower leaves the charging station in a direction within the exit sector 90°-270°, where 90° is called the Start angle and 270° is called the End angle. By setting the start and end angles, you can set the direction in which Automower is to leave the charging station. 3012-511 The mower can be set for up to two exit sectors. If the charging station is placed in a passage it may be necessary to have two exit sectors, e.g. 70° - 110° and 250° - 290°.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • Proportion first (3-1-6) When you use two exit sectors: Specify a percentage to define on how many occasions Automower should leave the charging station in sector 1. To test the settings in Exit angles: State the value 100 % for Proportion first when sector 1 is to be tested. State the value 0 % for Proportion first when sector 2 is to be tested. Place Automower in the charging station and select the Test OUT (3-2-5) function.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Up to five remote areas can be activated: Area 1, Area 2, Area 3, Area 4 and Area 5 (only three areas on 220 AC). Three values need to be stated to activate an area: Area 1 Area 2 Follow loop out Area 3 Follow loop in Area 4 Corridor width Area 5 Test IN Test OUT 3-2-1 • Direction Specify to the right, left, guide 1 or guide 2 depending on which direction the area lies from the charging station.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • Follow loop in (3-2-2) This function is used to control how Automower searches for the charging station. Automower always starts the search for the charging station in an irregular search method. In some gardens this is not sufficient for the mower to quickly find the charging station. The search can then be optimised using the Follow loop in function.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • Corridor width (3-2-3) The Corridor width setting defines the distances from the mower's path to the boundary wire or the guide wire when following these to/from the charging station. The area beside the wires used by the mower is called the Corridor. Corridor A low corridor width value represents a narrow corridor while a high value represents a wide corridor. With a narrow corridor Automower always runs close to the boundary wire respective guide wire.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • Test IN (3-2-4) The Test IN (3-2-4) function is used to test how Automower finds its way into the charging station. Follow loop out Follow loop in Corridor width Test IN Test OUT 3-2-4 When the function is selected the mower will immediately follow the boundary wire, guide 1 or guide 2, depending on which one it finds first, in to the charging station. If there is a passage and the mower can not run through it, the Corridor width value is set too high.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS To find out the distance from the charging station to a remote area: • State a distance that easily exceeds the true distance. The maximum distance that can be stated is 500 metres. State the value 100 % for Proportion for the area to which the distance is to be measured. Place Automower in the charging station and select Test OUT (3-2-5). The mower will now leave the charging station directly according to the stated direction.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Advanced (3-4) • Check loop (3-4-1) This function allows you to check the mower’s signal reception from the boundary wire, and to determine exactly where in the lawn the boundary wire is routed. The sensor used for this function sits concealed directly under the catch button for the cutting height adjustment cover. The sensor detects the position of Automower in relation to the loop. Inside, Outside or No loop signal are shown on the display.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6.6 Settings (4) From this option in the main menu you access the settings. • Security (4-1) to make settings concerning the PIN code, stop protection, settings lock and alarms. The PIN code must be specified for the Security menu to be shown. • Sounds (4-2) Commands Timer Security Garden Sounds Settings Language to activate/deactivate audio messages for mower activities and to set the sound level for the keypad. • 4 Time and date 4- Language (4-3) to select the menu language.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS To: • Activate: Move the cursor to Time lock and press YES. Now move the cursor to Number of days and press YES. Specify how many days you would like Automower to mow before it requests the PIN code. Finish by pressing YES. When the selected number of days has elapsed, Automower completes mowing and charges the battery. The message Enter PIN code is then shown on the display. You then enter your code and press YES.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • Settings lock (4-1-4) This function prevents any one who does not know the PIN-code from changing any of the settings. It also prevents the A, B or C programs from being selected or saved. PIN code Time lock To: • Activate: Move the cursor to Settings lock and press YES. Now select ON to activate. Stop protection • Deactivate: Move the cursor to Settings lock and press YES. Now select OFF to deactivate the function.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Sound Significance 2 beeps/10 seconds Charging 5 beeps over 2 seconds Starting blade disc 3 beeps/second Fault message One long beep Blade disc blocked Short click sound A button on the keypad has been pressed Muffled long beep Incorrect input The mower is removed from the charging station manually while charging is in progress. Short double beep A change to the setting has been made The mower is placed in the charging station manually.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Time and date (4-4) Using this function you can change the time and date on Automower. Security You can also change the format selections you made when Automower was first started via this function. Sounds Set time Language Set date Time and date Time format • Set time (4-4-1) Move the cursor to Set time and press YES. Now enter the correct time and finish with YES. • Set date (4-4-2) Move the cursor to Set date and press YES. Now enter the correct date and finish with YES.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLE 7. Garden example - Proposed installation and settings The behaviour of the mower is controlled by the settings that are made. Adapting the mower's garden settings according to the shape of the garden makes it easier for the Husqvarna Automower™ to frequently reach all parts of the garden and in doing so achieve a perfect mowing result. Different gardens require different settings. A number of garden examples and proposed installations and settings are presented on the following pages.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLE Proposals for installation and settings Area: 1,800 m2. No guide wire is necessary. Timer: Operating time of 24 hours per day. Exit angles: One sector 90°-270°. Search method: Irregular and Follow boundary wire in. Delay: Guide 1 7 minutes, Guide 2 7 minutes and boundary wire 11 minutes. Corridor width: Boundary wire 20. 3012-543 Area: 1,800 m2. A number of islands and a steep slope along the boundary wire. Guide wire recommended. Timer: Operating time of 24 hours per day.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLE Proposals for installation and settings Area: 600 m2. L-shaped garden with the charging station placed in the narrow area. There are two islands. No guide wire is necessary. Timer: Operating time of 8 hours per day. Exit angles: Sector 1 70° - 130° and Sector 2 250° - 290°. Proportion first 10 %. Search method: Irregular and Follow boundary wire in. Delay: Guide 1 7 minutes, Guide 2 7 minutes and boundary wire 99 minutes. Corridor width: 6. 3012-546 Area: 700 m2.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLE Proposals for installation and settings Area: 500 m2. There are several islands. No guide wire is necessary. The mower’s default settings do not need to be changed. Timer: Operating time of 7 hours per day. Exit angles: One sector 90°- 270°. Search method: Irregular. Delay: Guide 1 7 minutes, Guide 2 7 minutes and boundary wire 11 minutes. Corridor width: 6. 3012-527 Area: 1,000 m2. There is one small island. Guide wire recommended through the passage.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLE Proposals for installation and settings This example only applies to 230 ACX. Area: 3000 m2. Two guide wires are recommended. Timer: Operating time of 24 hours per day. Exit angles: One sector 90° - 270°. Follow loop out: Area 1; Direction Guide 1, Distance 40 m and Proportion 20 %. Area 2; Direction Guide 2, Distance 30 m and Proportion 40 %. Search method: Irregular, Follow guide wire in and Follow boundary wire in.
8. MAINTENANCE 8. Maintenance Check and clean the Husqvarna Automower™ regularly and replace worn parts if necessary to improve operating reliability and to ensure a longer service life. For further information on cleaning, see 8.5 Cleaning on page 70. During the initial period Automower is used the blade disc, skid plate and blades should be checked once a week. If the amount of wear during this period has been low, the inspection interval can be increased.
8. MAINTENANCE 8.2 Winter storage Automower™ Automower must be carefully cleaned before winter storage, see 8.5 Cleaning on page 70. Charge the battery fully before winter storage. Turn the main switch to the OFF position. Store the mower horizontally on all four wheels in an area that is dry and free from frost, preferably in the original packaging. 3012-691 Charging station If possible store the charging station, transformer and low voltage cable indoors. The boundary wire can be left in the ground.
8. MAINTENANCE 8.5 Cleaning It is important to keep Automower clean. A mower with a large amount of clippings negotiates slopes very poorly. Never use a high-pressure washer or even running water to clean Automower. We recommend a brush and spray with water. 3012-271 Underframe and blade disc 1. Set the main switch to the OFF position. 2. Wear protective gloves. OFF 3012-288 3012-272 3. Lift Automower onto its side. 4. Clean the blade disc and underframe using, e.g. a dish-brush.
8. MAINTENANCE Wheels Clean around the front and rear wheels and around the front wheel suspension. 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. 3012-699 8.6 Replacing the blades WARNING Always use originalblades and screws when replacing. Only replacing the blades and reusing the screw can result in the screw wearing during mowing and shearing off.
8. MAINTENANCE To replace the blades: 1. Set the main switch to the OFF position. 2. Wear protective gloves. OFF 3012-288 3012-272 3. Turn Automower upside down. 4. Rotate the skid plate so that its hole aligns with the screw for the blade. 5. Unscrew the blade. Use a straight slot or cross-tip screwdriver. 6. Pry apart the skid plate and blade disc a little and remove the blade and screw. 7. Screw tight the new blade.
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING 9. Trouble shooting 9.1 Fault messages A number of fault messages are listed below that can be shown on the Husqvarna Automower™. If the same fault occurs frequently: contact your dealer. Fault message Cause Action Left wheel motor blocked Grass or other object has wrapped around the drive wheel. Check the drive wheel and remove the grass or other object. Right wheel motor blocked Grass or other object has wrapped around the drive wheel.
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING Fault message Cause Action Outside working area If this occurs in isolated areas it may be due to interference from metallic objects (perimeter fence, reinforcement bar) or buried cables in the vicinity. Try moving the boundary wire. The working area slopes too much. Check that the boundary wire has been routed correctly. The boundary wire has been routed the wrong way around an island.
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING 9.2 Fault symptom If your Automower does not work correctly, follow the trouble shooting guide below. If the fault persists; contact your dealer. Symptom Cause Action Uneven mowing results Automower works too few hours per day. Increase the mowing time, see 6.4 Timer (2) on page 47. Working area too large. Try limiting the working area or extending the working time, see 6.4 Timer (2) on page 47. Dull blades.
10. TECHNICAL DATA 10. Technical data Data Automower™ 230 ACX Automower™ 220 AC Length 71 cm 71 cm Width 55 cm 55 cm Height 30 cm 30 cm Weight 9.6 kg 8.6 kg Battery NiMH special battery 18V / 4.4Ah NiMH special battery 18V / 2.
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13. INDEX 13. Index A Advanced ...................................................................57 Alarm .........................................................................59 Arrow down ................................................................43 Arrow up ....................................................................43 AUTO .........................................................................42 Automower More than one in a garden ..................................
13. INDEX E L Earth fault-breaker .....................................................19 End angle ..................................................................50 Exit angles .................................................................50 Exit sector ..................................................................50 Language .................................................................. 61 Left wheel motor blocked ..........................................
13. INDEX P Passages Charging station ..................................................20 Exit sector ............................................................50 When mowing ......................................................26 When searching ...................................................26 PIN code ....................................................................58 Pools of water ............................................................24 Positioning Charging station .....................
13. INDEX Timer override ...........................................................48 Transformer ...............................................................19 Connect low voltage cable ..................................21 Installation ...........................................................19 Positioning ...........................................................19 Presentation ........................................................10 Transport Safety instructions .................................
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