Yard force NX 60i - User Manual

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Summary

Description of the product

Product Overview

Details the components and features of the Robotic Mower.

Installation

Introduction to Installation

Overview of lawn preparation and tools needed.

Pre-Mow Lawn Preparation

Instructions to cut the lawn to 60 mm before installation.

Boundary Wire Placement Rules

Explains detection of obstacles and boundary wire placement rules.

Handling Lawn Obstacles

Advice on clearing stones and protecting trees.

Navigating Slopes and Terrain

Guidance on navigating slopes and boundary wire placement.

Driveways and Paths

How to handle driveways and roads with boundary wire.

Uneven Lawn Surfaces

Recommendations for leveling uneven lawn areas.

Docking Station Placement

Guidelines for choosing the best location for the docking station.

Boundary Wire Installation

Instructions for laying and securing the boundary wire.

Excluding Flowerbeds

How to use boundary wire to exclude flowerbeds from the cutting area.

Ponds and Pools Safety

Importance of excluding pools and recommendations for safety fencing.

Corridor Requirements

Requirements for boundary corridors for inventory or garage access.

Connecting Docking Station

Steps to connect the boundary wire to the docking station.

Signal Selection

How to select and set the boundary wire signal (S1/S2).

Operation

Control Panel

Overview of the mower's control panel buttons.

Initial Setup and Time Setting

Steps to adjust time and date settings before operation.

Initial Interface

What the display shows after powering on and entering PIN.

Sensor Configuration

Configuration options for ultrasonic and rain sensors.

PIN Code Management

How to change the mower's PIN code for security.

Language and Wi-Fi Settings

Options for selecting language and connecting via Wi-Fi.

Technical Data

Cutting Height Adjustment

How to adjust the cutting height of the mower.

Starting Mowing

Steps to start mowing after settings are complete.

Returning to Docking Station

How to command the mower to return to its docking station.

Emergency Stop Procedure

How to perform an emergency stop of the mower.

Maintenance and Storage

General Maintenance

General guidance for checking and cleaning the mower.

Battery Information

Information on the mower's battery life.

Winter Storage Instructions

Instructions for storing the mower during winter.

Spring Preparation

Steps to prepare the mower after winter storage.

Product Disposal

Guidelines for proper disposal of the mower and battery.

Battery Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the mower's battery.

Cleaning Underside and Contacts

How to clean the mower's underside and charging contacts.

Blade Maintenance

Instructions for reversing or replacing the mower's blades.

Troubleshooting

Docking Station Issues

Solutions for the mower failing to dock correctly.

Mowing Path Problems

Causes and fixes for the mower running in circles.

Noisy Operation

Reasons for excessive noise and potential solutions.

Start Button Issues

Troubleshooting steps for start button problems.

Docking Station LED Indicators

Explanation of LED indicators on the docking station.

Charging Problems

Solutions for charging-related problems.

This document provides an installation guide, operation instructions, technical data, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for the YARD FORCE Robotic Mower models NX 60i, NX 80i, and NX 100i.

Function Description

The YARD FORCE Robotic Mower is designed to automatically cut lawns within a defined boundary. It is equipped with collision sensors to detect obstacles and navigate around them. The mower returns to a docking station for charging and can be programmed with a working schedule. It features ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles on the lawn, and a rain sensor that will send the robot back to its charging station if it starts to rain. The device also supports Wi-Fi connectivity for potential app control (refer to the APP manual for details).

Important Technical Specifications

The robotic mower comes in three models with varying maximum cutting areas and boundary wire lengths:

NX 60i: Max cutting area 600 m², Boundary wire 120 m.
NX 80i: Max cutting area 800 m², Boundary wire 150 m.
NX 100i: Max cutting area 1000 m², Boundary wire 200 m.

Common specifications across all models include:

Battery pack: 28 V / 2000 mAh (NX 60i), 28 V / 2850 mAh (NX 80i, NX 100i).
Switch power supply: Input 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 56 W; Output 32V ===, CC1.5 A.
Rated voltage: 28 V.
Rated power: 50 W.
No load speed: 3500 min⁻¹.
Cutting width: 18 cm.
Cutting height: Approx 20-60 mm (adjustable).
Charging time: 60 min (NX 60i), 90 min (NX 80i, NX 100i).
Blade model: 846210.
Weight: 8.5 kg.
Frequency Band: 0-148.5 kHz.
Magnetic Field Strength: 70 dBµA/m.
Wifi Frequency Band: 2400~2483.5MHz.
Wifi Magnetic Field Strength: 20dBm.
Max sound pressure level (LPA): 53 dB, K=3 dB.
Max sound power level (LWA): 64 dB, K=3 dB.
Degree of protection: Robotic Mower IP24, Switching power supply IP67, Plug IP44.
Spare parts: 6 Spare Blades, 150-220 Wire pegs, 3 Connectors.

Usage Features

Installation: Requires pre-cutting the lawn to 60 mm. The boundary wire defines the mowing area and protects obstacles. A safety distance of 30 cm is recommended between the boundary wire and obstacles. For flowerbeds, parallel wires should be either >5 cm apart (mower treats as obstacle) or <5 cm apart (mower crosses unhindered, requiring an obstacle on the wire for detection). Ponds and pools must be excluded from the cutting area. Corridors within the working area should be at least 2 m wide and a maximum of 8 m long. The docking station needs to be placed on an even, flat surface, away from slopes, ponds, pools, or stairs, and in a shaded location. A 1.5 m straight wire in front and 30 cm to the side of the docking station is required for smooth docking. The boundary wire should be pegged at approximately 80 cm intervals in straight lines and closer in tight curves.
Operation: The mower is started after setting the time schedule and unlocking the panel. It automatically returns to the docking station for charging.
Cutting Height Adjustment: The cutting height can be adjusted by rotating a dial on top of the machine, ranging from 20 mm to 60 mm.
Signal Selection: The default signal is S1. If a neighbor uses a similar mower, a distance of 0.5m between boundary wires and 10m between docking stations is recommended. Users can switch to S2 signal on both the charging station and control panel to prevent interference.
Sensor Settings: Features ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles (adjustable detection distance) and a rain sensor that sends the mower back to the charging station during rain.
PIN Code: A passcode can be set to prevent theft or unauthorized changes to settings. The default passcode is "0000".
Language Selection: Multiple language options are available.
WiFi Settings: Allows connection to an app (refer to APP manual) and displays WiFi status and mode (Client Mode-Default or Direct Mode).
Emergency Stop: A STOP button immediately halts the mower.

Maintenance Features

Regular Cleaning: Check and clean the robotic mower regularly. Use a dry brush, damp cloth, or sharpened wooden piece. Avoid flushing with water. The underside, blade disc, and frame should be cleaned.
Blade Maintenance: The mower has three double-edged blades. Inspect blades and fixing screws weekly. If one side becomes blunt, loosen the screw, flip the blade, and re-fix. Replace all three blades at the same time for optimal performance. Spare blades are included and available for purchase.
Battery Replacement: The Li-ion battery has an estimated life of more than 2 years. To replace, turn off the main power switch, set cutting height to lowest, turn the mower upside-down, remove 5 screws from the battery compartment lid, disconnect and pull out the old battery, insert the new battery, and re-fix the lid.
Winter Storage: Store the mower, docking station, and power supply in a dry place (shed, garage, indoors). Fully recharge the battery, turn off the main power switch, thoroughly clean the mower, unplug the power supply, disconnect the boundary wire from the docking station, and clean the docking station. The boundary wire can remain outside but should be protected against corrosion.
Spring Preparation: Clean charging contacts on both the mower and docking station using fine abrasion paper or a brass brush for efficient charging.
Disposal: Dispose of the product and batteries properly at designated collection points, following local regulations for hazardous waste.