Table of Content
1. Razor Spray Tool: Setup and Adjustments
3. Adjusting the Line Width (Disc Width)
4. Adjusting the Nozzle Height
5. Post-Tensioning the Disc Lever Screw
6. Adjusting Delay on the Discs
6.1 Adjusting the "Trim Discs Start" Setting
6.2 Adjusting the "Trim Discs Stop" Setting
8. Detaching the Razor Spray Tool from the Robot
9. Cleaning and Maintaining the Razor Spray Tool
1. Razor Spray Tool: Setup and Adjustments
This section provides an overview and detailed instructions for setting up and adjusting your Razor Spray Tool.
01 - Overview of Razor Spray Tool
02 - Overview of discs and line width mechanism
2. Setting the Tool Height
The Razor Spray Tool has one correct operating height and a transport position.
- Set Operating Height: Use the Tool Plunger (1) to adjust the tool's position on the robot. The plunger must be set in the 9th hole from the top. This means you will see 8 holes visible above the plunger.
- Verify Spray Alignment: To ensure the height is correct, run a test spray. The spray from the fan nozzle should hit the exact center line of the disc. You can initiate a test spray using the robot's tablet interface or the yellow and blue buttons on the robot itself.
- Set Transport Position: Before handling or transporting the robot, always set the Razor Spray Tool to the transport position. Move the Tool Plunger (1) to the 1st hole (the very top).
03 - Correct height setting for the Razor Spray Tool
04 - Spray from the fan nozzle will hit the center line of the disc when having the correct height.
3. Adjusting the Line Width (Disc Width)
The width of the discs (12) can be adjusted to create lines of 5 cm (≈2 in), 8 cm (≈3.1 in), 10 cm (≈4 in), or 12 cm (≈4.7 in) (see guide references below, Ill. 05).
05 - Line width options, looking at the width guides.
Important: After changing the line width, you must also adjust the nozzle height (See section 4. Adjusting the Nozzle Height).
Adjustment Procedure:
- Power Down: Turn OFF the robot using the key on the battery.
- Raise Tool: Use the Tool Plunger (1) to move the entire Razor Spray Tool to the very top hole on the robot.
06 - Tool Plunger - Used to adjust the height of the whole spray tool.
- Lower Discs: Push the Push-Plunger (6) to release the disc mechanism, allowing the discs to be manually lowered all the way down.
07 - Push plunger can release the discs when the robot is turned off.
- Open Lever: On one side (e.g., the left side), Open the Disc Lever (8).
08- Open the disc lever to adjust the line width.
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Adjust Width:
- Slightly lift the Disc (12) to move it away from the Width Guides (13, 14).
- Slide the disc inward or outward along the slide rods to the approximate desired width.
09 - Discs move on the slide rods.
- Lock Position:
- Rotate the Disc (12) downwards, ensuring the Male Width Guide (14) correctly aligns and falls into the hole of the Female Width Guide (13).
- Close the Disc Lever (8) to lock the disc position.
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Check Tension: You should feel a slight resistance when closing the lever. If the disc can still move side-to-side, the lever screw may need tensioning (See section 5. Post-Tensioning the Disc Lever Screw).
- See Ill. 05 for width references
10 - Closing disc lever to lock disc position
- Repeat: Repeat Steps 4 through 6 for the other side.
- Stow Discs: Rotate the discs upwards until they click and lock into the upper position.
11 - Discs locked in upper position.
3.1 Line Width Options
12 cm ≈ 4.7 inches | |
10 cm ≈ 4 inches | |
8 cm ≈ 3.1 inches | |
5 cm ≈ 2 inches | |
12 - Options for different line width configuration.
4. Adjusting the Nozzle Height
After setting your desired line width, you must adjust the Nozzle (11) height to ensure optimal spray coverage and line quality.
13 - Adjusting the nozzle height, Razor Spray Tool overview.
The Nozzle Assembly is held in place by the Twist Plunger (5).
- Unlock: To move the Nozzle (11), Unlock the Twist Plunger (5) by turning it to Position 2 or Position 3.
14 - Twist plunger explanation
- Slide: Once unlocked, the nozzle can slide freely up or down.
15 - Different nozzle height configurations.
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Set Height: Set the nozzle height based on the disc width and nozzle type, using the guidelines in the table and figure below.
- Goal: The intersection point where the paint meets the discs should be 10 mm to 30 mm(≈0.4 to 1.1 inches) above the grass height.
16 - Correct nozzle height.
- Note: Nozzle height must be adjusted to fit both grass height AND line width.
17 - Examples of correct and wrong nozzle height settings.
- Lock: Always lock the Twist Plunger (5) after adjusting the nozzle height.
5. Post tensioning the Disc Lever Screw
If the Discs (12) can still move side-to-side even with the Disc Lever (8) locked, the Disc Lever Screw (15) needs to be tightened.
18 - Overview of disc lever tensioning.
- Power Down: Turn OFF the robot using the key on the battery.
- Stow Tool & Discs: Move the tool to the top position using the Tool Plunger (1) and swing the Discs (12) up until they lock in the top position.
19 - Discs locked in upper position.
- Loosen Screw: Locate the Disc Lever Screw (15). Use a TX20 bit to loosen it all the way, while holding the Disc Lever (8) to counter the rotation.
20 - Location of disc lever screw - Tighten screw.
- Apply Loctite: Remove the screw and apply a small amount of Loctite to the screw tip's thread.
21 - Disc lever screw.
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Reinsert & Adjust:
- Reinsert the screw. Lightly tighten it with the TX20 bit.
- Hold the Disc Lever (8) in the locked (closed) position as you tighten the screw further.
- Test the mechanism: The lever should be able to unlock easily by hand and slide freely, and it should lock firmly by hand with the discs unable to slide back and forth.
- If the locking action isn't correct, tighten or loosen the Disc Lever Screw (15) by only a quarter (1/4) of a rotation and test again.
22 - Location of disc lever screw - Untighten screw.
- Repeat & Cure: Repeat this procedure on the opposite side if necessary. Allow the Loctite to dry and cure before using the robot.
6. Adjusting Delay on the Discs
If your painted lines have defects (like uneven edges or smears) at the beginning or end of the line, it means the timing for the discs raising and lowering needs adjustment.
These adjustments are controlled on your tablet under: Settings > Robot Settings > Paint Settings. You will adjust two main controls: "Trim Discs Start" and "Trim Discs Stop."
23 - Adjust timing discs going up and down. Setting > Robot Settings > Paint Settings
Defining Defects
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Term
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What it Looks Like
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What it Means
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Tail
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A smear or thin mark left by the disc just before the line starts or after it ends.
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The disc is coming down too early or going up too late.
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Cloud
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A wider, soft, spray-like edge (or "fuzzy" line) at the start or end of the line.
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The disc is coming down too late or going up too early.
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6.1 Adjusting the "Trim Discs Start" Setting
This setting controls the delay for the discs moving down at the beginning of a line.
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Problem Seen at Line Start
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Adjustment
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Effect
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Tail (Disc coming down too early)
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Increase the slider value.
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Makes the discs come down later.
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Cloud (Disc coming down too late)
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Decrease the slider value.
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Makes the discs come down earlier.
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6.2 Adjusting the "Trim Discs Stop" Setting
This setting controls the delay for the discs moving up at the end of a line.
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Problem Seen a Line End
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Adjustment
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Effect
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Tail (Disc going up too late)
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Decrease the slider value.
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Makes the discs go up earlier.
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Cloud (Disc going up too early)
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Increase the slider value.
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Makes the discs go up later.
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7. Disc Replacement Guide
Find the disc replacement guide here:
8. Detaching the Razor Spray Tool from the Robot
Follow these steps in the correct order to safely remove the Razor Spray Tool from the robot.
Disconnection and Removal:
- Remove Connector: Follow the wire from the Upper Electrical Connector (3) to its opposite end on the robot. Disconnect the blue connector from the robot body. Gently pull the wire back through the hole.
- Remove Return Tube: Carefully disconnect the ∅10 return tube (16) from the solenoid.
- Remove Suction Tube: Carefully disconnect the ∅6 suction tube (17) from the tool itself.
- Lowest Nozzle Position: Adjust the nozzle height to the lowest possible position by unlocking and then sliding the nozzle down using the Twist Plunger (5).
- Remove Tool: Use the Tool Plunger (1) to slide the entire Razor Spray Tool up and off the robot mounting bar.
24 - Components for detaching the Razor Spray Tool.
9. Cleaning and Maintaining the Razor Spray Tool
Proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for the longevity and optimal performance of your tool.
Cleaning Instructions
- Clean the Razor Spray Tool using hot water and a brush.
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DO NOT use high-pressure cleaning, as this can damage sensitive components.
Storage and Transport
After cleaning is complete, always ensure the tool is prepared for storage or transport:
- Set Transport Height: Ensure the tool plunger is set to the transport position (1st hole from the top).
- Lock Discs: Ensure the discs are swung up and locked in the upper position.