Can I also use the iMOW® robotic mower to mow areas "manually"?

Last update:
1/12/2021
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You can mow areas "manually" using the RMI 632 models. The removable control panel allows you to operate the iMOW® robotic mower by hand both easily and conveniently.

Please note that the impact sensor and edge limitation are inactive during manual mowing. Furthermore, automatic operation of the robotic mower is only possible when the control panel is inserted.

The following is a step-by-step guide to manual mowing:

  • Charge the battery if necessary
  • Remove the control panel. During operation, press the STOP button before removing the control panel. Lift the rear of the control panel (1) with a slight tug and remove it from the robotic mower. It remains connected to the machine via a spiral cable.


  • Activate the "Manual mowing" submenu in the "More" menu
  • Move and steer the robotic mower using the control pad. Two forward speeds are available: press the button lightly for slow, firmly for fast. Always ensure sufficient distance between the mowing deck and your feet before activating the mowing blade - always walk behind the robotic mower.
  • To activate the mowing blade, press and hold the OK button with your right thumb, then press and hold the Mow button with your left thumb and release the OK button.
  • The mowing blade rotates for as long as the Mow button is pressed.
  • During manual mowing, keep the Mow button pressed down with your left thumb and operate the control pad with your right hand.
  • To deactivate the mowing blade, release the Mow button.
  • Insert the control panel. Stow the spiral cable (1) in the housing compartment. Tilt the control panel rearwards slightly, insert the retainers (2) in the recesses in the housing (3), then press down the control panel at the front and allow to engage.


  • Charge the battery after manual mowing.

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