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MACHINERY FEATURE: ROBOTIC LAWN MOWERS

HUSQVARNA

MASTERING YOUR AUTOMOWER

In 2016, the world of lawn maintenance was redefined with the introduction of the
Husqvarna automower. Despite misconceptions about its cost, its average lifespan

is 5-10 years (depending on how well it’s maintained), making it a solid investment.
The following tips help prolong the longevity of this gardening tool.

Do: Don’t:
• Remove objects from the lawn: Before starting up, clear the lawn of • Use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean: Instead, follow
any objects that might obstruct the automower’s path – children’s recommended cleaning and maintenance procedures for a lasting
toys, bikes, dogs’ waste matter and other garden tools. and efficient device.
• Set the cutting height: Customise the lawn’s appearance by setting • Forget to check blades every 3 to 6 months: Regularly inspect and
the cutting height according to your preference. replace blades every 3 to 6 months with 100% Husqvarna genuine
• Factor in your slope ratings: The automower is designed to handle parts to ensure a consistently clean and precise cut.
various terrains; simply adjust settings according to the slope for • Run your automower when it rains or the sprinklers are on: Protect
optimal results. it from potential damage by avoiding operation during rain or
• Keep your docking station under cover and clear from insects and concurrently with sprinklers.
garden waste.
https://www.husqvarna.com/za/robotic-lawn-mowers/.

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