Quick answer

Setting up and starting your robot mower is a simple process, but the steps vary depending on your model.

Before starting your mower, make sure the battery is fully charged, the charging station is correctly installed, and the boundary wire is set up correctly.

Follow the instructions below for your specific robot mower model.

Before you begin

Before starting your robot mower:

  • Fully charge the mower battery
  • Make sure the charging station is installed on flat, level ground
  • Remove any obstacles around the charging station
  • Check that the boundary wire is connected correctly
  • Confirm the mower and charging station are using the same signal setting (S1 or S2 where applicable)

When charging:

  • The battery LED will flash while charging
  • The LED will stop flashing when the battery is fully charged

A completely flat battery can take up to 100 minutes to fully charge.

During normal operation, the mower will automatically return to the charging station when required. Once charged, it will continue mowing if there is still time remaining in the programmed cutting cycle.

Steps

Setting up an AMIRO (300-400, 300i-400i)


1. Turn the red power switch towards the “I” symbol to switch the mower on.

  • “0” switches the mower off.
  • The arrow position removes the red switch.

2. If continuing a previous mowing cycle, press the stop button first. If this is the first setup, continue to the next step. 

3. Check that the signal on the robot mower matches the signal shown on the charging station (S1 or S2).

4. Select your required working time.

  • 4H = 4 hours
  • 6H = 6 hours
  • 8H = 8 hours
  • 10H = 10 hours

5. Press and hold the unlock button, then press the start button.


The mower will begin its mowing cycle and repeat this schedule at the same time each day.

Setting up a Compact 280R and 400Ri

  1. Make sure the mower is fully charged.
  2. Switch on the mower.
  3. Check that the signal setting matches the charging station (S1 or S2).
  4. Select your preferred working time.
  5. Press the start button.
  6. Press the OK button on the control panel.

The mower will now begin its mowing cycle.



Setting up SA Series (500ECO, 600H and 650ECO) 




1. Locate the red power button underneath the rear of the mower.

2. Press the button to switch the mower on.

 

 

3. Press the STOP button and lift the control panel cover.

4. Unlock the mower:

    Press the lock button four times if using the default setting.

    Enter your PIN code if it has been changed.

5. Select your preferred working time.

6. Press the start button.

7. Close the control panel cover.


NOTE: SA600H has a touch screen system. Please see this German Yardforce International video for an idea of the SA600H.


The mower will now begin its mowing cycle.

Note:
The SA600H model uses a touchscreen control panel. Refer to the model-specific instructions for further guidance.


Setting up X Series models

Follow the setup instructions provided with your specific X Series model, as the process varies depending on the mower version.


Sending the robot mower back to the charging station

To manually return your robot mower to the charging station:

  1. Press the STOP button.
  2. Lift the control panel cover.
  3. Unlock the mower:
    • Press the lock button four times if using the default PIN.
    • Enter your PIN code if it has been changed.
  4. Press the home button.
  5. Close the cover.

The mower will return to the charging station and dock automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to charge my robot mower?

A fully flat battery can take up to 100 minutes to charge.

Why does my robot mower return to the charging station while cutting?

The mower automatically returns to recharge when the battery level is low. Once charged, it will continue mowing if there is still time remaining in the programmed cycle.

Why does my robot mower not start after setup?

Check that:

  • The battery is charged
  • The mower is unlocked
  • The correct working time has been selected
  • The mower and charging station have matching signals
  • The boundary wire is correctly installed

Does my robot mower repeat the same schedule every day?

Yes. Once the mower has been started, it will repeat the mowing cycle at the same time each day.

How do I manually send my robot mower back to the charger?

Press STOP, unlock the mower, select the home button, and close the cover. The mower will then return to the charging station.

If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, contact our support team through live chat for further assistance.