Powering on the robots

Steps

To power on a robot and ensure proper calibration, do the following:

1. Point the turret down and towards the front of the robot (usually opposite of the battery).
2. Turn on the battery by pressing the button once, releasing, and then holding for a few seconds.
3. Flip the robot's power switch on.
4. Wait for the power up sequence to complete.
5. Power on the controller.

Safety Notice

These robots are big and powerful. When powering them on, and especially when testing new code, always be careful and assume they will malfunction. The wheel motors are of special concern since the robot can spin out of control or drive into someone or something and cause damage. It is best to place the robot on a mount such that the wheels are not touching the ground; this can be a simple cardboard box. Do not test the shooter at normal speeds unless in a controlled environment. In the event that anything goes wrong, the controller acts as a kill switch and can be powered off to shut down the motors.