Connecting power to the charging station.
- Connect the plugs: Connect the charging station's cable to the power supply's cable.
- Connect the power supply: Plug the power supply into a 230v socket.
- Secure the charging station: Once the charging station is correctly positioned, secure it to the ground with the 6 stakes through the mounting holes.
- Be careful with the boundary wire: Avoid hitting, stretching or breaking the wire when screwing in the stakes.
- Check the installation: Check the control light on the charging station to ensure everything is correctly connected.
Control Light | Meaning |
Off | The charging station is not connected to power. |
Lights green (symbol 1) | The boundary wire is connected correctly, the robotic lawn mower is ready, and the battery is fully charged. |
Flashes green (symbol 2+3) | There is a break in the boundary wire. The ends of the boundary wire are connected incorrectly at the charging station. Correct the error |
Lights red (symbol 4) | The battery is charging. |
Flashes alternately green and red | Maintenance charging of the battery (trickle charging). |
Error with the boundary wire signal:
- Check the length of the boundary wire: Ensure that it is no longer than 250 metres.
- Check the connections: Ensure that the connections are dry and correctly made. Use the supplied connector without stripping the wire first.
- Measure the resistance: Remove the ends of the boundary wire from the charging station and measure the resistance with a multimeter. A new wire should have a resistance of about 2 Ohms per 100 metres. If the resistance is above 8-10 Ohms, the wire may need to be replaced.
- Create a test track: Use approximately 10 metres of boundary wire to create a test track to check if the robotic lawn mower is functioning correctly. Remember to first remove the ends from the correct boundary wire from the charging station.
Using the connector:
- Control light flashes green: This indicates a break in the boundary wire.
- Prepare the wire: Cut the ends of the wire clean with a pair of wire cutters.
- Connector: Insert the ends of the wire into a connector without stripping them.
- Compression: Use flat-nose pliers to compress the connector well, so the metal plate inside goes through the insulation and restores the connection.
When the control light is green, the boundary wire is likely correctly laid and connected. Here are some simple tips:
- Stakes: Ensure that all plastic stakes are driven fully into the ground.
- Wire: Check that the wire lies tight and flat against the ground.
- Signal: If there are errors, double-check the connections at the charging station.