Robot mower shows E4 and stops; blades do not spin or stop abruptly when encountering grass.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn OFF the main power switch and remove the safety key or battery (if accessible). Wait for all moving parts to stop before touching the blades.
Steps to check:
- Clear obstructions: Turn the mower upside down or on its side. Carefully remove any branches, stones, rope, or toys trapped in the cutting disc.
- Inspect blades: Check the Worx pivoting blades for bending, rust, or being stuck. Replace damaged blades and screws as a set.
- Spin test: With power OFF, rotate the cutting disc by hand. It should turn freely with slight resistance. If it is stiff or grinding, the blade motor may be failing.
- Adjust mowing schedule: If grass is very tall or wet, pre‑cut with a conventional mower and schedule shorter, more frequent robot runs to reduce load.
- Reset: After clearing and checking, power ON and start a manual mow. Monitor for recurrence of E4.
When to call a technician: If the disc is free but E4 returns quickly, the blade motor or motor driver on the main board may be defective and should be replaced by a professional.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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