Manual for Indego S 500 | S+ 500 | M 700 | M+ 700

Manual for Indego S 500 | S+ 500 | M 700 | M+ 700

Brand: BOSCH

Category: Lawn Mower

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:18 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2020-11-04

Warranty Information

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH warrants this product for 24 months from the date of purchase.

Mowing

Manual Mode: The mower operates until the lawn is mowed or it needs to charge. Mowing is interrupted only for charging the battery.

Scheduled Mode (Bosch AUTO / SmartMowing): The mower operates according to a set schedule, based on lawn size and potentially weather data. Mowing is interrupted only for charging.

SpotMow: For small areas requiring special treatment. The mower is positioned at the lower left corner of the intended area and mows until complete. Not usable outside the perimeter wire.

Key Actions:

  • Always switch off the mower using the isolator switch before maintenance, transport, or storage.
  • Ensure bystanders are not injured by thrown objects. Keep a safe distance.
  • Do not ride on the mower.
  • Do not use high-pressure washers or garden hoses for cleaning.
  • Check the area for wildlife and pets before mowing.
  • Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the mower.
  • Do not operate barefoot or in open sandals.
  • Ensure the battery compartment cover is shut and screws are in place.
  • Avoid mowing in bad weather, especially during lightning.
  • Maintain balance, especially on slopes and wet grass.
  • If a hazard occurs, press the red STOP button immediately.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Measure
The LED on the docking station flashes The perimeter wire is interrupted, too long or too short. Wire not connected and mower not in the docking station. Check that the perimeter wire is not interrupted and is between 20 and 350 meters in length. Then switch power supply off and then on again. Follow instructions in Installation Guide to install the mower.
Excessive vibrations/noise Blade bolt loose Tighten blade bolt to torque of 2.5 Nm.
Cutting blade damaged/bent Replace cutting blade (see figure J).
Mower not docking reliably Perimeter wire not properly layed out around docking station Follow instructions in Installation Guide on layout of perimeter wire.
Perimeter wire close to a source of interference Remove any excess (e.g. coiled up) perimeter wire around the docking station. Change perimeter wire ID in the menu.
Wrong docking station position setting Change setting in the "Advanced" menu.
Mower fails to operate Isolator switch not turned on Remove mower out of docking station, turn isolator switch on and place mower back into docking station (ensure docking station is on – LED lights up green).
Possible clogging Always turn isolator switch off first, then check underneath the mower. Clear out as necessary (always wear protective gloves).
Battery not fully charged Place mower in the docking station to allow to charge. Docking station must be on.
Grass too long Mow lawn with conventional lawnmower to its lowest height-of-cut setting before using the mower.
Battery too hot/cold The mower operates when the battery internal battery temperature is between 5 °C - 45 °C. Allow mower to cool down/warm up. If the error occurs frequently, the docking station should be positioned in the shade.
Mower standing on lawn with the display switched off Operational problems Press confirm button for screen to light up, or place mower in docking station.
Mower does not charge Battery too hot/cold The mower operates when the battery internal temperature is between 5 °C - 45 °C. Allow mower to cool down/warm up. If the error occurs frequently, the docking station should be positioned in the shade.
Docking station not switched on Switch on power supply to docking station. If docking station does not start, contact your Bosch Service Centre.
Charging pins corroded Clean the charging pins.
Battery not fitted, incorrectly fitted or incorrect battery for mower Insert battery correctly (see figure L). Use the appropriate Bosch battery.
Mower out of perimeter wire Perimeter wire on a slope Leave 30 cm between the perimeter wire and the slope.
Obstacle near perimeter wire Remove obstacle.
Parts of the lawn area left uncut Mower requires more cuts to finish garden Allow mower to run for 3 full cuts to cover whole lawn area. Alternatively use the "Intensive mode" under "Mowing mode".
Time slot not long enough for garden size Increase mowing time slot or: use "Bosch AUTO" calendar function (with Indego S 500 and M 700) use Bosch "SmartMowing" functionality (with Indego S+ 500 and M+ 700)
Distance between perimeter wires too small Increase distance between the perimeter wires to a minimum of 75 cm.
Rough mowing conditions Select "uneven ground/low sensitivity" option from menu item "lawn condition/bump sensor".
Grass too long Flatten garden/remove/bumps/mark out unsuitable areas with the perimeter wire – Please follow the instructions in the Installation Guide.
Mower gets stuck in garden Objects/obstacles not marked out Use the perimeter wire to mark off obstacles where the mower often gets stuck.
Newly laid turf Allow a few weeks for the soil to settle before using the mower.
Change setting in menu item "lawn condition / bump sensor" to low sensitivity / uneven. After watering, wait as long as possible until you start the mower.
Mower unintentionally cuts flowers, etc. or runs over certain obstacles Objects/obstacles below 5 cm not marked out Mark obstacle using perimeter wire leaving 30 cm from object or remove objects/obstacles.
Mower does not appear to cut logically LogiCut system depends on the garden conditions. Mower does not necessarily have to continue in the next uncut area. Further information can be found on the Installation Guide. If behaviour re-occurs often, remap garden.
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