How-to guide: ¡MOW® robot lawn mower maintenance
Your robot mower needs regular maintenance to function effectively and reliably. Our guide to iMOW® care and servicing makes it simple.
21.11.2025
Why regular maintenance is important
Your iMOW® robot lawn mower is exposed to wear and tear every day as it cuts your lawn. Follow a programme of weekly and annual maintenance tasks to keep your robot lawn mower in peak condition for longer. Here’s everything you need to know.
Preparing your ¡MOW® for maintenance
Activate the disabling device before carrying out maintenance on the robot mower. Always wear sturdy gloves, especially when working with the mower blade. Disconnect the mains plug when performing maintenance work on the docking station.
Important note: Stick to the steps described in the user manual for all maintenance work. Your STIHL dealer can also perform any maintenance work if you prefer not to do it yourself.
The value of maintenance
The more effort you put into maintaining your robot lawn mower, the fewer problems you will have. Look after your iMOW® regularly and it will work well for years.
When to service your robot lawn mower
Weekly maintenance and annual servicing of your robot mower will ensure your iMOW® stays in great working order. We recommend the following maintenance programme for robot lawn mowers:
Daily routine care
Give your robot lawn mower a quick visual check every day it is in use. Check how the machine looks, and whether the docking station is intact. Make sure the lawn area that needs mowing is free from objects that could damage your iMOW®.
Weekly general maintenance
Disable your mower and turn it onto its side. Remove any dirt on the housing with a soft cloth and clean the mower blades with a brush. Remove any bits of grass that are stuck in the housing or mower unit with a wooden stick. We also recommend checking these parts on a weekly basis as part of the maintenance programme for your robot lawn mower. You can find more information in the article on cleaning your iMOW®.
Annual inspection
Take your robot mower to your STIHL dealer for a winter inspection as part of your annual maintenance programme. The dealer will check for wear and look at the battery, software and electronic module.
Preparing your robot lawn mower for extended storage
Preparing your iMOW® robot mower for storage at the end of the growing season is simple. After a little maintenance and cleaning, your lawn mower is ready to rest for the cold season. Learn how to prepare your iMOW® for winter in this article.
Not sure what your iMOW® needs? Our STIHL dealers will be happy to answer any questions
Summary: robot lawn mower maintenance
- Conduct regular maintenance to ensure that your robot lawn mower will work well for years
- To prepare for maintenance work, activate the disabling device and wear sturdy gloves
- Follow a programme of daily, weekly and annual maintenance for your robot lawn mower
- You can take your robot lawn mower to your dealer for maintenance if you prefer
- Check and clean your robot lawn mower to prepare it for winter storage
