Operator's manual ROB R600, ROB R800, ROB R1000 Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure that you understand the instructions before you use the product.
Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Memo..................................................................... 3 1.2 Product description................................................ 3 1.3 Product overview....................................................5 1.4 Symbols on the product......................................... 6 2 Safety 2.1 Safety definitions....................................................7 2.2 General safety instructions.....................................7 2.
1 Introduction 1.1 Memo Serial number: PIN code: Product registration key: The Product registration key is a valuable document and must be stored in a safe place. This key is necessary for example to register the produkt on McCULLOCH's website or unlock the robotic lawnmower in the event of a lost PIN code. The product registration key is provided in a separate document in the product packaging. If the robotic lawnmower is stolen, it is important to notify McCULLOCH of this.
1.2.4 Movement pattern The movement pattern of the robotic lawnmower is random, which means that a movement pattern is never repeated. With this cutting system the lawn is mown evenly without any mowing lines from the robotic lawnmower. 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.
1.3 Product overview 3 2 4 5 7 1 8 6 9 10 28 16 11 13 17 15 12 18 21 19 14 24 22 20 26 23 27 25 The numbers in the illustration represent: 1. Body 2. Cover to display, keypad and cutting height adjustment 3. Stop button 4. Contact strips 5. LED for operation check of the charging station, boundary wire and guide wire 6. Charging station 7. Carry handle 8. Battery cover 9. Blade disc 10. Chassis box with electronics, battery and motors 11. Main switch 12. Rear wheel 13. Charging strip 14.
1.4 Symbols on the product These symbols can be found on the robotic lawnmower. Study them carefully. WARNING: Read the user instructions before operating the robotic lawnmower. The low voltage cable must not be shortened, extended or spliced. Do not use a trimmer nearby the low voltage cable. Be careful when trimming edges where the cables are placed. Operate the disabling device before you use or lift the product. WARNING: Operate the disabling device before working on or lifting the machine.
2 Safety 2.1 Safety definitions 2.2 General safety instructions Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the operator's manual. The following system is used in the Operator’s Manual to make it easier to use: WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
Warning! Automatic lawnmower! Keep away from the machine! Supervise children! • • Warning! Automatic lawnmower! Keep away from the machine! Supervise children! • • • • • • Use the HOME function or switch off the main switch when persons, especially children or pets, are in the cutting area. It is recommended to program the lawnmower for use during hours when the area is free from activity, e.g. at night. See Timer on page 21.
2.3.4 In the event of a thunderstorm 3. Carry the robotic lawnmower by the handle under the robotic lawnmower with the blade disc away from the body. To reduce the risk of damage to electrical components in the robotic lawnmower and its charging station, we recommend that all connections to the charging station are disconnected (power supply, boundary wire and guide wires) if there is a risk of a thunderstorm. CAUTION: Do not lift the robotic lawnmower when it is parked in the charging station.
3 Installation 3.1 Presentation This chapter contains information that is important to be aware of when planning the installation. Before starting the installation make yourself familiar with what is included in the carton.
3. Read carefully through all the steps before the installation. 4. Check that all parts for the installation are included. See Presentation on page 10. • • • • • • • • • • • Robotic lawnmower Charging station Loop wire for boundary loop and guide wire Power supply Low voltage cable Pegs Connectors for the loop wire Screws for the charging station Measurement gauge Couplers for the loop wire Cable markers • • • • Protection from water spray for instance from irrigation. Protection from direct sunlight.
WARNING: Applicable to USA/Canada. If power supply is installed outdoors: Risk of Electric Shock. Install only to a covered Class A GFCI receptacle (RCD) that has an enclosure that is weatherproof with the attachment plug cap inserted or removed. If the installation is done in a working area with a steep slope, the charging station should be placed at the bottom of the slope. This makes it easier for the robotic lawnmower to follow the guide wire to the charging station.
CAUTION: It is not permitted to make new holes in the base plate. Only the existing holes may be used to secure it to the ground. CAUTION: Do not tread or walk on the charging station’s base plate. min 30 cm / 12” WARNING: No parts of the power supply must under any circumstances be changed or tampered with. The low voltage cable must not be shortened or extended. WARNING: Use the plug to disconnect the charging station, for instance before cleaning the charging station or repairing the loop wire. 3.
3.5.1 Plan where to lay the boundary wire The boundary wire must be laid so that: • • • • The wire forms a loop around the working area. Use original boundary wire. It is specially designed to resist dampness from the soil. The robotic lawnmower is never more than 15 m from the wire at any point in the working area. The wire is no more than 400 m long. About 20 cm of extra wire is available to which the guide wire will be connected later. See Laying the boundary wire on page 16.
CAUTION: The boundary wire may not be crossed on its way to and from an island. Obstacles that can withstand a collision, for example, trees or bushes taller than 15 cm, do not need to be isolated with the boundary wire. The robotic lawnmower will turn around when it collides with this type of obstacle. CAUTION: The robotic lawnmower must never run over gravel, mulch or similar material which can damage the blades.
START button must be pressed and the AUTO operating mode selected before closing the hatch. 3.5.3.2 Passages when mowing Long and narrow passages and areas narrower than 1.5 - 2 m should be avoided. It is then a risk that the robotic lawnmower travels around in the passage or area for a period of time. The lawn will then look flattened. 15- cm / 6-" 100 cm / 40" 3.5.3.3 Slopes The robotic lawnmower can operate in slopes.
• Use a hammer to knock the pegs into the ground. Exercise care when knocking in the pegs and make sure the wire is not under strain. Avoid sharp bends in the wire. the coupler fully. Use a polygrip to completely press down the button on the coupler. If the boundary wire is to be buried: • Make sure to lay the boundary wire at least 1 cm and a maximum of 20 cm in the ground. The wire can be buried for instance using an edge cutter or a straight spade.
4. Press the connector onto the metal pin, Press the connector onto the contact pin, marked L (left) and R (right), on the charging station.Carefully check that the connector is properly fitted. max. distance min. 30 cm / 12" 3.7 Installation of the 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 remote areas of the garden. The same cable roll is used for both the boundary and guide wires.
• used to connect each boundary wire. 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. The robotic lawnmower follows the guide wire on the same side of the wire to and from the charging station.
See Indicator lamp in the charging station on page 42 if the lamp does not indicate a solid or flashing green light. 3.9 First start-up and calibration When the main switch is set to position 1 for the first time, 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 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 searching for the charging station is counted as operating time. AUTO, MAN or HOME show which mode of operation is selected. See Operation selection on page 33. The battery status shows the remaining battery charge.
day listed in table Work capacity. See To set the timer on page 23. unnecessary wear. If the working area is less than the robotic lawnmower's area capacity, 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 threeday period once a month. The table below provides suggestions for different timer settings depending on garden size. The times should be seen as indicative.
ROB R1000 Work area Work days per week Work hours per day Suggested time time interval 100 m2 5 3 07:00 - 10:00 7 2 07:00 - 09:00 5 5.5 07:00 - 12:30 7 4 07:00 - 11:00 5 11.5 07:00 - 18:30 7 8 07:00 - 15:00 6 14 07:00 - 21:00 7 12 07:00 - 19:00 800 m2 7 16 07:00 - 23:00 1000 m2 7 20 05:00 - 01:00 200 m2 400 m2 600 m2 3.13.
- 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 should be selected. If the remote area is for instance half of the total working area, Medium should be selected. Compare with the examples in Yard layout examples on page 30. The default setting is Rarely. 3.14.1.
3.15.1 Change PIN code 3.15.3 New loop signal Enter the new PIN code and press OK. Enter the same code again and confirm by pressing OK. When the PIN code is changed, the message PIN code changed appears in the display. The loop signal is randomly selected to create a unique link between the robotic lawnmower and the charging station. In rare cases, there may be a need to generate a new signal, for instance if two adjacent installations have a very similar signal.
ECO mode the robotic lawnmower otherwise will not be started inside the working area. Remote start Proportion 3.16.2 Time & Date This function allows you to set current time and required time format in the robotic lawnmower. Proportion Never Rarely Time & Date Set time Set date Time format Medium Often Always Date format • • • • Set time: Enter the correct time and press OK to exit. Set date: Enter correct date and press OK to exit.
instructions in Installation of the guide wire on page 18. Common errors are for instance that there is not enough open space to the left of the guide wire as seen facing the charging station or that the guide wire is not laid at an angle on a steep slope. See Laying and connecting the guide wire on page 18. Rectify the installation and run a new test with Calibrate guide. 3.16.7 Reset user settings This function allows you to reset the robotic lawnmower to factory default settings. 1.
3.17 Menu structure overview, ROB R600 Timer Work hours 1 Work hours 2 Work days Reset timer Security Change PIN code Security level Low Medium New loop signal High Settings ECO mode Time & date Language Country Remote start Calibrate guide Reset user settings About Proportion Set time 28 - Installation Set date Time format Date format 358 - 001 - 21.09.
3.18 Menu structure overview, ROB R800, ROB R1000 Timer Work hours 1 Work hours 2 Work days Reset timer Installation Test settings Remote start 2 Remote start 1 Test in Proportion Never Rarely Medium Often Test out Remote start 1 Distance Drive past wire Remote start 2 Always Security Security level Change PIN code Low Medium New loop signal High Settings Time & date ECO mode Set time 358 - 001 - 21.09.
3.19 Yard layout examples The robotic mower’s behaviour is controlled to a certain extent by what settings are made. Adapting the robotic lawnmower's settings according to the shape of the lawn makes it easier for the robotic lawnmower to frequently reach all parts and therefore achieve a perfect mowing result. Different layouts require different settings. The following pages outline a number of layout examples with installation proposals and settings.
3.19.3 A number of islands and a 25% slope Area 600 m2 Timer 07:00-23:00 (factory setting) Monday-Sunday Remote start - 270˚ Rarely (factory setting) Proportion Remarks Place the charging station in the lower part of the working area. Lay the guide wire at an angle over the steep slope. Make sure guide wire is laid according to recommendations in 90˚ Laying and connecting the guide wire on page 18 3.19.
3.19.6 Unsymmetrical working area with a narrow passage and a number of islands Area 150 m2 Timer 07:00-17:00 Monday, Wednesday, Friday Remote start - 2 m / 7 ft Rarely (factory setting) Proportion Remarks The guide wire must be placed along the narrow passage to ensure that the robotic lawnmower can with ease locate the charging station from the right hand side of the working area. Select Proportion: Rarely as the right hand area is a small fraction of the total area.
4 Operation 4.1 Main switch WARNING: Read the safety instructions carefully before you start your robotic lawnmower. 4.3 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. WARNING: Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating blades.
4.4 Stop approximate and depend for instance on grass quality, blade sharpness and battery age. 1. Press the STOP button. The robotic lawnmower stops, the blade motor stops and the hatch opens. WARNING: Use the timer to avoid mowing when there are usually children, pets and anything else that could be damaged by the rotating blades on the lawn. The factory setting for the timer is 07:00-23:00 and it allows mowing every day of the week. This setting is suitable for the listed maximum working area.
Active period (C): 20:00 - 22:00 The robotic lawnmower will operate between 06:00 and 17:00. It will begin again at 20:00 but stops running at 23:00 due to standby mode until it starts again at 06:00. 2. Turn the height adjustment knob to the required position. The selected position is indicated by the orange column on the height adjustment indicator. • Turn anti-clockwise to raise the cutting height. • Turn clockwise to lower the cutting height.
5 Maintenance 5.1 Introduction - maintenance For better operating reliability and longer service life: check and clean the robotic lawnmower regularly and replace worn parts if necessary. All maintenance and servicing must be done according to McCULLOCH's instructions. See Guarantee terms on page 50. 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.
If the operating times for the robotic lawnmower are shorter than normal between charges, this indicates that the battery is getting old and eventually needs replacing. The battery is fine as long as the robotic lawnmower maintains a well-cut lawn. 5.4.1 Replacing the battery 5.3.1 To replace the blades 1. Set the main switch to position 0. 2. Turn the robotic lawnmower upside down. Place the robotic lawnmower on a soft and clean surface to avoid scratching the body and the hatch. 3. Remove the 3 screws.
lawnmower in good condition and create the best conditions for a new season without any disruptions. Service usually includes the following: • • • • • Thorough cleaning of the body, the chassis, the blade disc and all other moving parts. Testing of the mower’s function and components. 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.
6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Introduction - troubleshooting In this chapter, a number of messages are listed which may be shown in the display if there is a malfunction. There is a proposal as to the cause and steps to take for each message. This chapter also presents some symptoms that can guide you if the robotic lawnmower does not work as expected. More suggestions for steps to take in the event of malfunction or symptoms can be found on www.mcculloch.com. 6.
Message Cause Outside working area The boundary wire connections to the charging station are crossed. Action Check that the boundary wire is connected correctly. The boundary wire is too close to the edge of Check that the boundary wire has been laid the working area. according to the instructions in Boundary wire on page 13. The working area slopes too much. The boundary wire is laid in the wrong direction around an island.
Message Cause Action Stuck in charging sta- There is an object in the way of the robotic tion lawnmower preventing it from leaving the charging station. Remove the object. Upside down Turn the robotic lawnmower the right way up. The robotic lawnmower is leaning too much or has turned over. Needs manual charg- The robotic lawnmower is set in the MAN op- Place the robotic lawnmower in the charging ing erating mode. station. This behaviour is normal and no action is required.
6.3 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. If you still need help with troubleshooting, please contact your local McCULLOCH representative. Light Cause Action Solid green light Everything in order No action required Green flashing light The signals are good and ECO mode is activated. No action required.
6.4 Symptoms If your robotic lawnmower does not work as expected, follow the troubleshooting guide below. There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on www.mcculloch.com which provides more detailed answers to a number of standard questions. Contact your local McCULLOCH representative if you still cannot find the reason for the fault. Symptoms Cause The robotic lawnmow- The boundary wire is not laid in a long er has difficulty dock- straight line that is far enough out from the ing. charging station.
Symptoms Cause Action The robotic lawnmow- Grass or other foreign object blocks the blade Remove and clean the blade disc. See Clean er mows for shorter disc. the robotic lawnmower on page 36. periods than usual between charges. Both the mowing and charging times are shorter than usual. The battery is spent. Replace the battery. See Battery on page 37. The robotic lawnmow- The robotic lawnmower has an inbuilt standby No action. er is parked for hours period according to the Standby time table.
Guide To rectify the fault you will need boundary wire, connector(s) and coupler(s): a) If the suspected boundary wire is short then it is easiest to exchange all of the boundary wire between L and the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire (thick black line). b) If the suspected boundary wire is long (thick black line) then do as follows: Put L and Guide back to their original positions. Then disconnect R. Connect a new loop wire to R.
and connect a new boundary wire to L. Connect the other end of this new wire at the middle of the suspected wire section. Follow the same approach as in 3 a) and 3b) above. 5. When the break is found, the damaged section must be replaced with a new wire. Always use original couplers. 46 - Troubleshooting 358 - 001 - 21.09.
7 Transportation, storage and disposal 7.1 Transportation The contained lithium-ion-batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. For commercial transports e.g. by third parties or forwarding agents, special requirement on packaging and labeling must be observed. Consult an expert for hazardous material for preparation of the item being shipped. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.
8 Technical data 8.1 Technical data Dimensions ROB R600 ROB R800 ROB R1000 Length, cm 60 60 60 Width, cm 44 44 44 Height, cm 26 26 26 Weight, kg 7.1 7.1 7.1 Electrical system ROB R600 ROB R800 ROB R1000 Battery, Lithium-Ion, 18 V/2.1 Ah Art.
Mowing ROB R600 ROB R800 ROB R1000 Maximum length guide wire, m 200 200 200 Working capacity, m2+/- 20% 600 800 1000 IP-classification ROB R600 ROB R800 ROB R1000 Robotic lawnmower IPX4 IPX4 IPX4 Charging station IPX1 IPX1 IPX1 Transformer IPX4 IPX4 IPX4 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. 358 - 001 - 21.09.
9 Warranty 9.1 Guarantee terms McCULLOCH 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.
10 EC Declaration of Conformity 10.1 EC Declaration of Conformity Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares that the Robotic lawnmovers McCULLOCH ROB R600, McCULLOCH ROB R800 and McCULLOCH ROB R1000 with serial numbers dating 2017 week 37 and onwards (the year and week is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE: • • • • Directive “relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC.
Copyright © 2017 Husqvarna AB. All rights reserved. McCulloch and other product and feature names are trademarks of the Husqvarna Group. All measurements quoted are approximate. www.mcculloch.
