Tips to prevent wire break in an Automower® installation
Here are some tips and reminders to help you prevent wire damage when installing and using your Automower® robotic lawn mower.
Mow the lawn before wire installation with stakes
If you install the boundary wire or the guide wire with stakes, it is recommended to mow the lawn before laying the wire. Long grass may cause the wire to be lifted and damaged by the robotic lawn mower.
Adjust cutting height
The wire will become completely overgrown after a few months, but to reduce the risk of wire damage, you can start with the highest cutting height setting on the robotic lawn mower. Then gradually lower it by one step every week during the first 6-8 weeks until your preferred cutting height has been reached .
Check for uneven areas in the lawn
Ensure that the wire is tightly secured to the ground to prevent the mower from getting stuck and damaging it. Check for uneven areas in the lawn that may lift the wire and use extra stakes to fix the wire to the ground.
Avoid sharp bends
Avoid sharp bends in the wire, as they can stress it and lead to damage.
Check areas with soft or hard terrain
Soft and mossy areas in the lawn, as well as dry and compact soil, may cause the stakes to rise over time, so periodically check and push the stakes down into the ground to keep the wire flat.
Clear the lawn from debris
Remove rocks and sharp objects from the ground that could break the wire over time.
Regulary check the wire installation
Regularly inspect the wire installation, especially before starting your Automower® robotic lawn mower after the winter break. Ensure stakes are placed deep in the ground and check the wire for visible damage.
Burying the wire
If you decide to bury the wire, you can make a slit in the lawn using a spade. Place the boundary wire or the guide wire 1–20 cm (3/8–8 in) into the ground. This option is recommended if your lawn is uneven, or if you want to hide the wire.
To learn more about Automower® wire installations, see also:
How to lay the boundary wire in an Automower® installation
