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. When the boundary wire to and from the island are close together, the mower can drive over the wire.
Obstacles that can withstand a collision, for example, trees or bushes higher than 15 cm, do not need to be demarcated by the boundary wire. Automower® will turn 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, should be demarcated or removed. Automower® can otherwise 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 mower 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 60 cm. Run the boundary wire then around the secondary area so that it forms an island outside of the main area.
The Automower® must 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 lawn mower cannot travel on its own from the secondary area to the charging station. See 5.1 Operation selection on page 39. In this mode, the Automower® will never look for the charging station but will mow until the battery runs out. When the battery is flat, the mower will stop and the 'Needs manual charging' message will appear in the display. Then place the mower 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 mower in the charging station.
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