FD20 Winter Storage Best Practices

Proper winter storage of your FD20 helps preserve vital components and ensures reliable performance season after season.

Please follow these guidelines:

1. Charge and store batteries above 10°C
   
   • Charge all batteries—including those in the power bank—to 100% before storage, using either the robot’s solar panels or the auxiliary wall charger.
   • During winter, recharge the batteries every two months to prevent deep discharge; failure to do so may void your battery warranty.
   • Remove batteries from the robot and store them in a dry environment with a minimum temperature of 10°C.
2. Clean the seeding units
   • Use gentle compressed air to carefully clean each seeding unit, focusing on the seed disc mounts, seed valves, and light sensors. For heavy deposits, use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water, avoiding any contact with electrical components.
3. Remove dry soil from the robot
   
   • Brush off dry soil from all surfaces, or use lukewarm water while avoiding electrical areas.
   • Take care not to damage plastic parts such as the seeding unit casings or the main electrical box.
4. Inflate tires
   • Inflate all tires to 3 bars to maintain their shape and prevent deformation during storage.
5. Choose a dry, moderately warm storage location
   
   • Although the FD20 is engineered to withstand harsh field conditions, we strongly recommend storing it in a dry place such as a shed.
   • If the storage area is below 10°C, disconnect the batteries and store them somewhere warmer.
6. Release the safety wire
   • Unwind the safety wire from the switches or remove it from the pulleys so it lies flat on the ground—this protects the wire and extends its service life.
7. Switch off the main power
   • Turn off the main switch to ensure safe storage and prevent unnecessary battery drain.