Robotic Lawnmower 1200 R Easy installation INSTALLATION MANUAL Easy to programme Safety stop button Anti-theft alarm Easier by Design www.flymo.co.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction and safety ......................................................... 5 1.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 5 1.2 Symbols on the product ........................................................ 6 1.3 Symbols in the Operator’s Manual ................................... 7 1.4 Safety Instructions ................................................................. 8 2. Presentation .....................................
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 product on Flymo's website or to unlock the robotic lawnmower in the event of a lost PIN code. The product registration key is provided in a separate document in the product packaging. If the robotic lawnmower is stolen, it is important to notify Flymo of this.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY 1. Introduction and safety 1.1 Introduction Congratulations on your choice of an exceptionally high quality product. To get the best results from your Flymo robotic lawnmower requires knowledge of how it works. This Operator's Manual contains important information about the robotic lawnmower, how it must be installed and how to use it. As a complement to this Operator's Manual, there is more information available on Flymo's website, www.Flymo.com.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY 1.2 Symbols on the product These symbols can be found on the robotic lawnmower. Study them carefully. • Please read the Operator’s Manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using your robotic lawnmower. The warnings and safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual must be carefully followed if the mower is to be used safely and efficiently.
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. • Turn the main switch to 0 before carrying out any inspections and/or maintenance. • Always wear protective gloves when working with the mower’s chassis. • Never use a high-pressure washer or even running water to clean the robotic lawnmower. • A warning box indicates the risk of personal injury, especially if the instructions are not followed.
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.
1. INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY • Full compatibility cannot be guaranteed between the robotic lawnmower and other types of wireless systems such as remote controls, radio transmitters, hearing loops, buried electric animal fencing or similar. • Metal objects in the ground (e.g. reinforced concrete or anti-mole nets) can result in a stoppage. The metal objects can cause interference with the loop signal which then can lead to a stoppage.
2. PRESENTATION 2. Presentation This chapter contains information that is important to be aware of when planning the installation. Installation of the robotic lawnmower involves four main components: • A robotic lawnmower that mows the lawn by essentially operating in a random pattern. The robotic lawnmower is powered by a maintenance-free battery. • A charging station, to where the robotic lawnmower returns when the charge level in the battery becomes too low.
2. PRESENTATION 2.1 What is what? 2 3 5 4 1 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 15 Start 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 11 8 13 12 9 18 17 19 16 10 24 20 21 22 23 25 The numbers in the illustration represent: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
2. PRESENTATION 2.2 Function Capacity The robotic lawnmower is recommended for lawns up to 400 m2. How big an area the robotic lawnmower can keep cut depends primarily on the condition of the blades and the type, growth and moisture of the grass. The shape of the garden is also significant. If the garden mainly consists of open lawns, the robotic lawnmower can mow more in one hour than if the garden consists of several small lawns separated by many trees, flower beds and passages.
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.
2. PRESENTATION The control panel on the top of the robotic lawnmower is where you manage all the robotic lawnmower settings. Open the control panel cover by pressing down the STOP button. When the main switch is set to position 1 for the first time, a start-up sequence begins which includes language selection, time format, date format and the four-digit PIN code and setting the time and date. See 3.8 First start-up and calibration on page 32.
3. INSTALLATION 3. Installation This chapter describes how you install the Flymo robotic lawnmower. Before starting the installation read the previous chapter 2. Presentation. Read also through this entire chapter before beginning the installation. How the installation is done also affects how well the robotic lawnmower works. It is therefore important to plan the installation carefully. Planning is simplified if you make a sketch of the working area, including all obstacles.
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 need: • Hammer/plastic mallet (to simplify putting the staples in the ground) • Combination pliers for cutting the boundary wire and pressing the contact strips together. • Edge cutter/straight spade if the boundary wire must be buried.
3. INSTALLATION The charging station must be positioned with a great deal of free space in front of it (at least 3 metres). It should also be centrally placed in the working area to make it easier for the robotic lawnmower to reach all areas in the working area. Do not put the charging station in confined spaces in the working area. There must be a straight boundary wire, at least 1.5 metres long, to the right and left of the charging station.
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.
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 ground and secured with staples 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.
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 230V wall socket. If the transformer is connected to an electrical socket outdoors, this must be approved for outdoor use. 4. Attach the charging station to the ground using the supplied screws. Ensure the screws are screwed all the way down in the countersink.
3. 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 wire during the first few weeks of operation. After a few weeks the grass will have grown over the wire making it no longer visible. Use a hammer/plastic mallet and the staples supplied when carrying out the installation. 2. Bury the wire.
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 30 cm from the obstacle. This will prevent the robotic lawnmower from colliding with the obstacle and reduce body wear. About 20 cm around the fixed obstacle will not be mown. If the working area borders on a small ditch, for example a flower bed or a small elevation, or a low curbstone (3-5 cm), the boundary wire should be laid 20 cm inside the working area.
3. INSTALLATION Boundaries within the working area Use the boundary wire to demarcate areas inside the working area by creating islands around obstacles which cannot withstand a collision, for example, flowerbeds, bushes and fountains. Obstacles that can withstand a collision, for example, trees and bushes higher than 15 cm, do not need to be demarcated by the boundary wire. The robotic lawnmower will turn around when it collides with this type of obstacle.
3. INSTALLATION Passages when mowing Long and narrow passages and areas narrower than 1.5 - 2 metres should be avoided. When the robotic lawnmower mows, there is a risk that it travels around in the passage or area for a period of time. The lawn will then look flattened. Slopes The boundary wire can be laid across a slope that slants less than 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.
3. INSTALLATION Laying the boundary wire If you intend to staple down the boundary wire: • Cut the grass very low with a standard lawnmower or a trimmer where the wire is to be laid. It will then be easier to lay the wire close to the ground and the risk of the robotic lawnmower cutting the wire or damaging the insulation of the wire is reduced. • Make sure to lay the boundary wire close to the ground and secure the staples close together approximately 75 cm apart.
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 1.5 metres straight out to the right and left of the station. See the illustration. If the boundary wire is laid in any other way, the robotic lawnmower may find it hard to find the charging station. Splicing the boundary wire Use an original coupler if the boundary wire is not long enough and needs to be spliced.
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: • Open the connector. • Place the wire in the connector grip. 2. Press the connectors together using a pair of pliers.
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 wire. The same cable roll is used for both the boundary and guide wires. The guide wire is used by the robotic lawnmower to find its way back to the charging station but also to guide the robotic lawnmower to remote areas of the garden.
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 on page 27. Connect it to the contact pin on the charging station that is labelled “Guide”. 3. Run the wire at least 2 metres straight out from the front edge of the plate.
3. INSTALLATION - In the passage, the guide wire must therefore be placed so that the robotic lawnmower has as much space to run in as possible. The distance between the boundary wire and the guide wire must however be at least 30 cm. Maximum distance At least 30 cm/12ft At least 2m/7ft 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.
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.
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 robotic lawnmower can easily follow the guide wire from the charging station. 1. Set the main switch to position 1. 2.
3. INSTALLATION 3.9 Test docking with the charging station Before using the robotic lawnmower, check that the robotic lawnmower can follow the guide wire all the way to the charging station and easily docks with the charging station. Perform the test below. 1. Open the control panel cover by pressing the STOP button. 2. Place the robotic lawnmower close to the point where the guide wire is connected to the boundary wire.
4. USE 4. Use 4.1 Charging a flat battery When the Flymo robotic lawnmower is new or has been stored for a long period, the battery will be flat and needs to be charged before starting. Charging takes approximately 80 to 100 minutes. 1. Set the main switch to position 1. 2. Park the robotic lawnmower in the charging station. Open the cover and slide the robotic lawnmower in as far as possible to ensure proper contact between the robotic lawnmower and the charging station. 3.
4. USE 4.2 Using the timer Use the timer function (see 6.3 Timer on page 43.) to avoid a downtrodden lawn. When setting the timer, calculate that the robotic lawnmower mows about 30 m2 per hour and day. Example If the working area is 360 m2 in size, the robotic lawnmower must operate for 12 hours a day. The times are approximate and depend for instance on grass quality, blade sharpness and battery age.
4. USE Example 2 Work period 1: 06:00 - 16:00 Work period 2: 20:00 - 23:00 24 h A B Work days: All days Mowing Cha rgin g 2:30 h The robotic lawnmower will operate between 06:00 and 16:00. It will begin again at 20:00 but stop running at 22:00 to rest until it starts again at 06:00. Standby Operation Flymo 1200R Max. operating time 13 h Min. standby time 11 h Surface/hrs/day 30 m2 The times are approximate and depend for instance on grass quality, blade sharpness and battery age.
4. USE 4.5 Switching off 1. Press the STOP button. 2. Set the main switch in position 0. Always switch the robotic lawnmower off using the main switch if it requires maintenance or if the robotic lawnmower must be moved outside the working area. 4.6 Adjusting the cutting height The cutting height can be varied from MIN (2 cm) to MAX (5 cm). To adjust the cutting height: 1. 2. Press the STOP button to stop the robotic lawnmower and open the cover.
5. CONTROL PANEL 5. Control panel All forms of commands and settings for the Flymo robotic lawnmower are made via the control panel. All functions are accessed via a number of menus. The control panel consists of a display and a keypad. All information is shown on the display and all input is done using the buttons.
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.
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. Start 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 5.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6. Menu functions 6.1 Main menu The main menu for the Flymo 1200R offers three options: • Timer • Security • Settings There are a number of submenus under each option. You can access all the functions to set the robotic lawnmower settings via these. Start 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.
Work hours 1 42 - English Work hours 2 Work days Timer Reset timer Low Change PIN code Medium Security level Security High New loop signal Set time Set date Time format Date format Time & Date Language Backlight Proportion Remote start Calibrate guide Settings Reset user settings 6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6.
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.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS 6.4 Security Through this selection, settings relating to security and the connection between the mower and the charging station can be made. Timer Change PIN code Installation Change PIN code Security level Enter the new PIN code and press OK. Enter the same code again and confirm by pressing OK. When the PIN code is changed, a message stating that the PIN code has been changed appears in the display momentarily.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Alarm This function means that an alarm sounds if the PIN code is not entered within 10 seconds after the STOP button has been pressed or the robotic lawnmower has been lifted up for any reason. A ticking noise indicates that the PIN code must be entered to prevent triggering the alarm. The alarm can be turned off at any time by entering the correct PIN code.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS Time & Date This function allows you to set current time and required time format in the robotic lawnmower. • • Time Enter the correct time and press OK to exit. Time format Place the cursor at the required time format: 12h 24h. Press OK to exit. • Date Enter correct date and press OK to exit. • Date format Place the cursor at the required date format: YYYY-MM-DD (year-month-day) MM-DD-YYYY (month-day-year) DD-MM-YYYY (day-month-year). Exit by pressing OK.
6. MENU FUNCTIONS • 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 48. The default setting is Rarely.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLES 7. Garden examples - Installation proposals and settings The robotic mower's behaviour is controlled to a certain extent by what settings are made. Adapting the robotic lawnmower’s garden settings according to the shape of the garden makes it easier for the robotic lawnmower to frequently reach all parts of the garden and in doing so achieve a perfect mowing result. Different gardens require different settings.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLES Installation proposals and settings Area 400 m2. A number of islands and a 25% slope. Timer 07:00-22:00 (factory setting) Monday-Sunday Remote startProportion Rarely (factory setting) Remarks Place the charging station in the lower part of the working area. Lay the guide wire at an angle over the steep slope. Area 200 m2. L-shaped garden with charging station installed in the narrow area. Contains a couple of islands.
7. GARDEN EXAMPLES Installation proposals and settings Area Timer Remote startProportion Remarks 150 m2. Unsymmetrical working area with a narrow passage and a number of islands. 07:00-17:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Rarely (factory setting) The guide wire must be placed along the narrow passage to ensure that the robotic lawnmower can with ease locate the charging station from the right hand side of the working area.
8. MAINTENANCE 8. Maintenance Check and clean the robotic lawnmower regularly and replace worn parts if necessary to improve operating reliability and to ensure a longer service life. For further information on cleaning, see 8.3 Cleaning. When the robotic lawnmower is first used, the blade disc and blades should be inspected once a week. If the amount of wear during this period has been low, the inspection interval can be increased. It is important that the blade disc rotates easily.
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 After winter storage Check if cleaning is needed, particularly the charging strips on both the robotic lawnmower and the charging station, on the first time of use.
8. MAINTENANCE Body Use a damp, soft sponge or cloth to clean the body. If the body is very dirty it may be necessary to use a soap solution or washing-up liquid. Charging station Clean the charging station regularly from grass, leaves, twigs and other objects that may impede docking. 8.4 Transport and removal Secure the machine during transport. It is important that the robotic lawnmower does not move when it is being transported, for instance, between lawns. 8.
8. MAINTENANCE 8.7 Replacing the battery The battery is maintenance-free, but has a limited life span of 2 to 4 years. Battery life is dependent on the length of the season and how many hours a day the robotic lawnmower is used. A long season or many hours of use a day means that the battery must be replaced more regularly. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fully charge the battery at the end of the season before winter storage.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 9. Troubleshooting In this chapter, a number of messages are listed which may be shown in the display if there is a malfunction. There is a proposal as to the cause and steps to take for each message. This chapter also presents some symptoms that can guide you if the robotic lawnmower does not work as expected. More suggestions for steps to take in the event of malfunction or symptoms can be found on www.flymo.com. 9.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING Message Cause Action Trapped The robotic lawnmower has got caught in something. Free the robotic lawnmower and rectify the reason for it becoming trapped. The robotic lawnmower is stuck behind a number of obstacles. Check if there are any obstacles which make it hard for the robotic lawnmower to move on from this place. The boundary wire connections to the charging station are crossed. Check that the boundary wire is connected correctly.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING Message Cause Action No drive The robotic lawnmower has got caught in something. Free the robotic lawnmower and rectify the reason for the lack of drive. If it is due to wet grass, wait until the lawn has dried before using the robotic lawnmower. The working area includes a steep slope. Maximum guaranteed slope is 25%. Steeper slopes should be isolated. See 3.4 Installation of the boundary wire on page 21. The guide wire is not laid at an angle on a slope.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 9.2 Indicator lamp in the charging station For a fully functional installation, the indicator lamp in the charging station must emit a solid green light. If something else appears, follow the troubleshooting guide below. There is more troubleshooting help on www.flymo.com. If you still need help with troubleshooting, please contact Flymo Central Service. See Memo on page 4.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 9.3 Symptoms If your robotic lawnmower does not work as expected, follow the troubleshooting guide below. There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on www.flymo.com which provides more detailed answers to a number of standard questions. Contact Flymo Central Service if you still cannot find the reason for the fault. See Memo on page 4.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Cause Action The robotic lawnmower vibrates Damaged blades lead to imbalance in the cutting system. Inspect the blades and screws and replace them if necessary. See 8.6 Replacing the blades on page 53. 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.
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.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 3. Connect the charging station to the power supply. Switch the connections between the guide wire and the boundary wire in the charging station. a) Switch connection 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). Guide b) Put A1 and Guide back in their original positions. Then switch A2 and Guide.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 4. 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).
9. TROUBLESHOOTING 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. 5. When the break is found, the damaged section must be replaced with a new wire. The damaged section can be cut out if it is possible to shorten the boundary wire. Always use original couplers.
10. TECHNICAL DATA 10. Technical Data Data 1200R Dimensions Length 58 cm Width 46 cm Height 26 cm Weight 8 kg Electrical system Battery Specialised Lithium-Ion battery, 18 V/1.6 Ah Transformer 230 VAC/21.
11. GUARANTEE TERMS 11. Guarantee terms Flymo 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.
13. EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 13. EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, declares under sole responsibility that the robotic lawnmower Flymo 1200R with serial numbers dating 2013 and onwards (the year 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.
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