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The mower mows for shorter periods than usual between charges

The mower mows for shorter periods than usual between charges — Obstruction or low battery capacity

husqvarna · Automower Technical Manual

What does The mower mows for shorter periods than usual between charges mean?

This symptom describes the mower operating for less time than expected before needing to recharge. It can be caused by obstructions affecting the blade disc or a degradation in battery capacity.

Common Causes

  • Grass or a foreign object is blocking the blade disc or skid plate.
  • Low battery capacity due to an aging or defective battery.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Dismantle and clean the skid plate and blade disc to remove any grass or foreign objects.

  2. 2

    Perform a battery test to determine the battery's current capacity.

  3. 3

    If the battery capacity is low, consider replacing the battery (see page 96).

  4. 4

    Ensure the charging station is properly connected and the mower is docking correctly to charge.

  5. 5

    Check for any error messages that might indicate increased power consumption.

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Related Faults

Automower runs at an angle or in an arcAutomower runs at an angle or in an arc — Tilt sensor calibration or defectBlade motor defectBlade motor defect or Blade disc blocked — Blades cannot rotate freelyBoth the mowing and charging times are shorter than usualBoth the mowing and charging times are shorter than usual — High temperatures or low battery capacity
Source: Husqvarna Automower Technical Manual
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