22 English RC 3000UnpackingWhen you unpack the system, check that everything is complete.If there are any missing parts or you detect any transport damagewhen unpacking, please inform your dealer immediately.Environmental ProtectionPlease arrange for the proper disposal of the packagingThe packaging material can be recycled. Please do notplace the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal,but arrange for the proper recycling.Please arrange for the proper disposal of the old applianceOld appliances contain valuable materials that can berecycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of oldappliances. Batteries, oil, and similar substances must notenter the environment. Please dispose of your old appliancesusing appropriate collection systems.Installing the Access Ramp• Hold the access ramp tilted.• Insert the cut-outs of the station into the pins of the accessramp.• Press the station and the access ramp downwards until theconnection locks into place.Installation Notes for the StationWhen you select the location of the station, please make surethat the robot is very likely to pass the infrared beam again andagain to easily find its way back to the station (see Figures 4a and4b).– Place the station on a level surface.– Do not place any objects directly in front of the station.– Do not lay any cables in front of the station (prevents therobot from docking).– Uncoil the power cord only to the required length.– Secure the remaining power cord in the cable hooks. Pleasemake sure that the power cord is guided through the openingin the housing (Figure 3).• Connect the mains plug to a wall socket.Cleaning a complete floorThe station is positioned in one room, and several rooms arecleaned (Figure 4a).Cleaning a single roomThe station is positioned in the room to be cleaned (Figure 4b).The appliance can be adjusted to changing room sizes by meansof selecting the cleaning duration (see page 24, “Selecting theCleaning Duration”).PreparationFigure 1: Unpacking the RC 3000Figure 2: Installing the access rampFigure 3: Placing the stationFigure 4b: Cleaning a single roomFigure 4a: Cleaning a complete floor