Cub Cadet Home Finding / Return‑to‑Base Failure

Robot mower does not return to the charging station and stops in the yard with low battery

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Possible Causes

Charging station placed incorrectly, Boundary wire guide to base missing or misrouted, Home sensor misaligned, Obstacle blocking docking path

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Stop the mower and carry it back to the base if battery is low.

  • Check base placement: Ensure the base is installed on a flat area with a clear straight path in front, as specified in the Cub Cadet manual.
  • Verify guide wire (if equipped): Confirm the guide wire is connected correctly to the base and laid according to instructions.
  • Remove obstacles: Clear any objects, tall grass, or branches along the typical return path.
  • Test manual return: Start a return‑to‑home command from different parts of the lawn and observe where it fails to adjust layout accordingly.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Home / Docking Sensor Module
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