EPOS Reference Station - Electric mower HUSQVARNA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EPOS Reference Station HUSQVARNA

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual.

WARNING: Used if there is a risk of

injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed. CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed. Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.

1.2 General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning

instructions that follow before you use the product.

• Obey national regulations about electrical safety.

• The product is only to be used with the power supply unit supplied by Husqvarna.

• The product 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 must be followed precisely.

• The product may only be operated, maintained and repaired by persons that are fully conversant with its special characteristics and safety regulations. Please read the Operator’s Manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the product.

• Husqvarna does not guarantee full compatibility between the product and other types of wireless systems such as remote controls, radio transmitters, hearing loops, underground electric animal fencing or similar.

• It is not permitted to modify the original design of the product. All modifications are made at your own risk.

• Examine the product for damage before you start the product. Do not use the product if it is damaged.

• The operating temperature is -20°C to 45°C / -4°F to 113°F. The storage temperature is -20°C to 70°C / -4°F to 158°F.

1.3 Safety instructions for installation

WARNING: Read the warning

instructions that follow before you use the product.

• Do not put the power supply at a position where there is a risk that it can become wet. Do not put the power supply on the ground.

• Do not encapsulate the power supply. Condensed water can harm the power supply and increase the risk of electrical shock.

• Risk of Electric Shock. Install only to an residual- current device (RCD) when connecting the power supply to the wall socket. Applicable to USA/ Canada. If power supply is installed outdoors: Risk of Electric Shock. Install only to a covered Class A GFCI receptacle (RCD) that has an enclosure that is weatherproof with the attachment plug cap inserted or removed.

• Make sure that the plugs of the low-voltage cable and the power supply unit are clean and dry before you connect them.

• There is a risk of falling objects during the installation of the reference station. This can result in injury.

• The power supply cable and extension cable must be outside the work area to prevent damage to the cables.

• There is a risk of falling when you install the reference station in a high position. Make sure that you have a stable position when you install the reference station.

WARNING: Read the warning

instructions that follow before you use the product.

• Disconnect the product from the power supply before you clean or do maintenance on the product.

1.5 In the event of a thunderstorm

To decrease the risk of damage to electrical components in the reference station, we recommend that the power supply to the reference station is disconnected if there is a risk of a thunderstorm. Connect the power supply again when there is no a risk of thunderstorm. 2 Operator's manual

Serial number: The serial number is on the product rating plate and on the product carton. Use the serial number to register your product on www.husqvarna.com.

For support about the product, speak to your Husqvarna servicing dealer.

2.1.2 Product description

Note: Husqvarna regularly updates the appearance and function of the products. Refer to Support on page

The product is a reference station that receives satellite signals and sends correction data to the mower. One reference station can be used for several robotic lawn mowers. The reference station can operate as a repeater to make a network of reference stations. You can use the repeaters on larger areas, for example golf courses to prevent a weak reference station signal. One main reference station receives the satellite signals and the other reference stations operates as repeaters.

system contains a robotic lawn mower, a charging station and a reference station. The robotic lawn mower and the reference station receives satellite signals for positioning. The reference station is stationary and sends correction data to the robotic lawn mower to get an accurate position for the mower. The work area is made virtually in an app by operating the product and adding waypoints to make a map in an app. 1512 - 006 - 30.10.2023 Operator's manual - 32.1.4 Product overview

1. Reference station

5. Post bracket large, for post dimensions 44-55 mm/

2.1.5 Symbols on the product

These symbols can be found on the product. Make sure that you understand them. This product complies with the applicable EU Directives. This product complies with the applicable UK Directives. It is not permitted to dispose the product as usual domestic waste. Obey national regulations and use the local recycling system. Use a detachable power sup- ply as specified on the rating plate adjacent to the symbol. Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to certification requirements for some markets.

The appearance may differ depending on market

WARNING: Read and understand the

safety chapter before you install the product. CAUTION: Use original spare parts and installation material. Note: Refer to www.husqvarna.com for more information about installation.

3.2 To examine where to put the

reference station CAUTION: If there is a lightning rod in the area, do not install the reference station higher than the lightning rod. CAUTION: Do not install the reference station on a flagpole. Movements of the reference station will affect the correction data sent to the product with the accurate position.

• Install the reference station on a fixed object that cannot move or rotate.

• Install the reference station on a post or a wall. The post must be 32-55 mm / 1.26-2.16 in. in diameter to fit the attachments on the reference station. Note: If the reference station is installed on a wall the top of the reference station must be above the wall. There must be no metal in the wall.

• Make sure that the reference station has full view of the sky. Make sure that the sky is visible without obscuration in all directions above 10° elevation angle. 160° 10°10°

• Install the reference station at a high position for increased radio signal range. Install the reference station at minimum 2.5 m / 8 ft. height.

• Make sure that the maximum distance between the reference station and the product is 500 m / 1640 ft. when free line of view. Objects between the reference station and product decreases the distance.

• Make sure that the distance between the reference station and the product is less than 500 m / 1640 ft.

• Install the reference station where the radio signal reaches all parts of the work area. Large objects can block the radio signals.

• You can install more than one reference station to operate as a repeater in a large area. Speak to your local Husqvarna representative for more information. Note: Special settings are necessary if the site has more than one reference station. Speak to your local Husqvarna representative for more information.

3.3 To examine where to put the power

WARNING: Do not cut the low-voltage

cable. There is a risk of electrical shock. CAUTION: Make sure that the blades on the robotic lawn mower do not cut the power cables.

• Put the power supply in an area with a roof and protection from the sun and rain.

• Put the power supply in an area with good airflow.

• Use a residual-current device (RCD) when you connect the power supply to the power outlet. 1512 - 006 - 30.10.2023 Installation - 5• Extend the low-voltage cable if necessary. The low-voltage cable can be extended up to 100 m / 328 ft.

3.4 Installation of the product

Read and understand the instructions about the reference station. Refer to To examine where to put the reference station on page 5

Read the Operator's manual for the robotic lawn mower to be used together with the reference station. You can install the reference station on a post or a wall. CAUTION: Movements of the reference station will affect the correction data sent to the product with the accurate position. The reference station must be installed tightly on the post or wall. CAUTION: The items on the map will change position if you move the reference station. Adjust the items on the map or do the installation again in the Automower

• Hex key, 4 mm. Included in the carton.

3.4.2 To install the reference station on a

1. Attach the post tightly to a wall, roof top or the

ground. Make sure that the post cannot move or be accidentally moved.

2. Attach the support bracket and one of the post

brackets to the arm with the 4 screws (4 mm hex key). Note: The post brackets are available in 2 dimensions to fit different dimensions of the post. Select the applicable post bracket for your installation.

3. Put the arm on top of the post.

Note: The reference station must be installed at the top of the post.

4. Attach the reference station to the post with the 2

screws (4mm hex key).

5. Pull the cable on the reference station through the

slot in the arm and install the reference station on the arm.

7. Tighten the screw (Torx 20) on the arm of the

reference station. T20

8. Connect the low-voltage cable to the reference

station and the power supply. Refer to To examine where to put the power supply on page 5

9. Attach the low-voltage cable to the post from the

reference station to the power supply with cable ties. CAUTION: If the low-voltage cable is not attached tightly with cable ties it can be damaged in hard wind.

10. Put the power supply 30-200 cm / 1-6.5 ft. above

the ground. Refer to To examine where to put the power supply on page 5

11. Connect the power supply cable to a 100-240V

12. Wait until the LED status indicator is solid green.

First the LED status indicator is flashing green for some minutes. Refer to LED indicator lamp on the reference station on page 10

3.4.3 To install the reference station on a

wall Note: As wall materials vary, screws for fixing to the wall are not included.

1. Hold the arm for the reference station on the wall

where you will attach it. Make 4 marks on the wall where you will attach 4 screws. Note: If the reference station is installed on a wall the top of the reference station must be above the wall.

2. Drill 4 holes in the wall for the 4 screws.

3. Install the reference station on the wall with 4

screws. 1512 - 006 - 30.10.2023 Installation - 74. Put the cable of the reference station through the slot in the arm and install the reference station on the arm.

5. Attach the connector to the clips on the arm.

6. Tighten the screw (Torx 20) on the arm of the

reference station. T20

7. Connect the low-voltage cable to the reference

station and the power supply.

8. Attach the low-voltage cable to the wall from the

reference station to the power supply with cable ties. CAUTION: If the low-voltage cable is not attached tightly with cable ties it can be damaged in hard wind.

9. Put the power supply 30-200 cm / 1-6.5 ft. above

the ground. Refer to To examine where to put the power supply on page 5

10. Connect the power supply cable to a 100-240V

11. Wait until the LED status indicator is solid green.

First the LED status indicator flashes green for some minutes. Refer to LED indicator lamp on the reference station on page 10

For better operation and lifetime of the product, make sure to clean the product regularly and replace worn parts.

4.2 Maintenance schedule

The maintenance schedule shows how to do servicing and maintenance on the product. Follow the maintenance schedule for a better operation and to increase the lifetime of the product. X = The instructions are given in this operator's manual. O = The instructions are not given in this operator's manual. Speak to your approved servicing dealer. To prepare Every year Every third year Clean the product. Refer to Clean the product on page 9 . X Examine the product for damage and wear. X Do an update of the firmware. O Do a check of the servicing messages for recommended upgrades. O Servicing Do a check of the tightening torque of the screws. Refer to Tightening torques on page

Replace the airflow filter. O Open the product and replace all sealing strips. O

4.3 Clean the product

WARNING: Disconnect the product

from the power supply before any maintenance or cleaning. CAUTION: Do not use a high-pressure washer to clean the product. Do not use solvents for cleaning. If necessary, clean the product with a moist cloth.

4.4 Tightening torques

Screw Tool Tightening torque (Nm) Upper to lower chassis Torx 20 1.8 Reference station to arm Torx 20 1.8 Arm to post Hex key, 4 mm 5-6 Arm, support bracket and post bracket Hex key, 4 mm 5-6 1512 - 006 - 30.10.2023 Maintenance - 95 Troubleshooting

5.1 LED indicator lamp on the reference station

Light Status Green flashing light Startup of the reference station. Wait some minutes. Green constant light In operation. Red flashing light The reference station does not operate because of an error. Disconnect the power cord and connect it again to restart the product. If the problem stays, speak to your approved servicing dealer. White flashing light Firmware update is necessary. Speak to your local Husqvarna representative. Yellow flashing light Only for reference station in repeater mode: The reference station in repeater mode has no connection to the main reference station. The reference station is in startup mode or has no connection to the main reference station. If there is no connection, examine the main reference station or the nearest repeater. 6 Storage and disposal

If you store the reference station indoors, keep the arm installed at the post or wall to be able to install the reference station on its original position again. If you keep the reference station outdoors during the winter, we recommend you to keep the power supply connected.

Obey the local recycling requirements and applicable regulations. 7 Technical data

Dimensions Length, max length including plate for post installation cm / in. 36 / 13.8 Width, cm / in. 19 / 7.5 Height, cm / in. 36 / 13.8 Weight, reference station kg / lb 0.88 / 1.9 Weight, arm kg / lb 0.33 / 0.73

Output power (for service) 8 dBm SRD868 (Europe) 13 dBm SRD915 (North America) 13 dBm SRD915 (Australia) 13 dBm SRD915 (New Zealand) 13 dBm Full compatibility cannot be guaranteed between the product and other types of wireless systems such as remote controls and radio transmitters.

word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, inc. and any use of such marks by Husqvarna is under license. 1512 - 006 - 30.10.2023 Technical data - 118 Declaration of Conformity

8.1 Original EU Declaration of Conformity

12 - Declaration of Conformity 1512 - 006 - 30.10.20238.2 Translated EU Declaration of Conformity

We, Husqvarna AB, SE 561 82 Huskvarna, SWEDEN, Tel. [phone] declare on our sole responsibility that the product: Description Communication kit Brand HUSQVARNA Type/Model HUSQVARNA Reference Station Identification Serial numbers dating from 2023 week 44 complies fully with the following EU directives and regulations: Directive/Regulation Description 2014/53/EU "Relating to radio equipment" 2011/65/EU "Restriction of use of certain hazardous substances" and that the following standards and/or technical specifications are applied;

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