Automower® iQ Series DIY Installation

If the reference is mounted under the eave of a roof, it may need an attachment to extend past the roof line for a clear view of the sky. You can find the optional attachment kit HERE

If the reference station is not going to be mounted to an existing structure such as a house or fence, a pole can be used. The size of the pole can vary based on the location where you will be locating your reference station. We recommend the pole be sturdy and well secured to prohibit it from moving. Check your local hardware store for options.

Husqvarna provides several optional accessories

• Replacement blades
• Terrain wheels
• Wheel brushes
• Cleaning kit
• Cover
• House

In most cases, a boundary wire is not needed to operate your Automower® iQ Series. In instances where there is heavy tree cover or an area does not have a clear view of the sky, a boundary wire can be added to guide the mower through any area of your lawn.

If you’re struggling to power either the reference station or charging station, make sure you’re using the correct cable. Your mower comes with 2 power supplies and 2 low-voltage cables, one set for the reference station and one for the charging station. While they may look similar, the cables are NOT interchangeable. You MUST use each cable with the corresponding power supply. 

In many cases, simply restarting the mower or your mobile device can resolve the issue. If the problem persists, further troubleshooting may be necessary. Our product assistant can guide you through step-by-step solutions based on your specific conditions.

Once your grass has begun to actively grow, you can start running your mower. This may happen at different times for different grass types and weather conditions, depending on where you live. To get your lawn ready, begin by cleaning up any fallen debris that may have built up over the winter. While your mower runs, it naturally fertilizes the lawn to reduce the need for aerating or overseeding. But if you have bare spots in your yard, it may be helpful to add grass seed to those areas and block them off from mowing while the new grass takes root. Create a temporary stay-out zone for the area and remove once the grass has begun to actively grow. 

The Automower® Connect app gives you full control of your robotic lawn mower straight from your mobile device. With the app, you can start, stop, or park your mower, check and adjust the settings, and much more. You will connect the mower to the app via Bluetooth. Before pairing, you will need to install your reference station and charging station, then place your mower into the charger.

To connect the app:

1. Download the Automower® Connect App from the App Store or Google Play Store. 
2. Sign up to create an account. Note: it is not mandatory to create an account to control the mower, but it is recommended.
3. To add your first mower, tap Add Automower®. Note: to add an additional mower, go to More -> Settings -> My Mowers, then click the plus button in the upper right corner of the screen.
4. Select your model from the list of mowers.
5. Turn on the mower by pressing Power or the jog wheel. Enter a PIN code if prompted to do so. Note: check your welcome guide or user manual for the default PIN code.
6. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device. Then activate pairing mode on the mower by turning the jog wheel to the Bluetooth icon then pressing it down. Pairing mode is now active.
7. In your device’s Bluetooth settings, you should be able to find your mower and connect it to your device. 

EPOS-enabled models, like the Husqvarna iQ series, allow wire‑free virtual boundaries using satellite precision. Satellite precision can be achieved through our national Husqvarna Cloud network or via a personal reference station. Customers have the option to utilize some boundary wire in areas of heavy shade, but it is not required.

Your EPOS-enabled Automower relies on satellite precision to effectively cut your lawn. The satellite connection can either come from our national Husqvarna Cloud network or a personal reference station. If your home falls within the Husqvarna Cloud coverage map, you do not need to install a reference station. You will be able to connect to Husqvarna Cloud via the Automower Connect app in just a click! If you do not fall within the Husqvarna Cloud coverage map, no worries! We include a reference station in the box.

Click here to check if your property falls within the Husqvarna Cloud network coverage. If it does not, no worries! A personal reference station is included in the box. Husqvarna Cloud Network coverage is expanding constantly.

No, Husqvarna Cloud coverage is not the same as cellphone coverage.

A mower that supports EPOS, a charging station with clear sky view, a stable Wi‑Fi or 4G connection across the mowing area for cloud‑based EPOS where applicable, and the Automower® Connect app download on your smartphone.

Charging station should be set up on flat ground with an open sky view, within 30 feet of an outdoor power outlet. Mower should have room to back out 6 feet without any obstacles.

With Automower iQ, you can create multiple work areas and stay out zones within the Automower connect app. When mapping for the first time, stay out zones can be created by driving the mower counter clockwise.

The reference station requires an open sky view (135-degree cone) and access to a power outlet. Please know that if the reference station is moved after you have created your virtual boundaries, your map will need to be re-created. For more information, please watch our reference station video. If you have any questions at any point, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated robotics help line!

No. If you fall within the Husqvarna Cloud coverage map, you do not need to install the reference station. Enable Epos via Husqvarna Cloud with a click of a button within the Husqvarna Automower Connect app.