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BotKits.com D2 Instructions Manual

Combat robot chassis kit
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  • Page 1 D2 Combat Robot Chassis Kit Instructions...

  • Page 2: Additional Parts Required

    Mini Power Switch & Hex wrench (pack) LED Power Indicator Light 4” Velcro Strip D2 Wire set 6” (5 Red & 5 Black) Hex wrench (2mm) Additional Parts Required:  Speed control (we recommend the Robot Power Scorpion Mini available in our store) ...
  • Page 3 Assembly: Step 1 – Temporary assembly: Form the basic chassis by assembling the 2 sides, 2 ends, 4 motors, and bottom plate:  Use 4 of the 10-24 x 0.75 socket head cap screws in the lower holes on each end to very loosely (e.g.
  • Page 4 Step 6 - Wiring:  Disassemble the entire chassis.  Cut the included wires and LED wires to the lengths determined in the previous step.  Strip the ends of the wires.  Pre-tin the wire ends, switch lugs, and motor lugs. IMPORTANT: Do NOT use silver solder.
  • Page 5 Step 7 - Assemble the robot:  Slip the white plastic motor braces over the motor wires and on to the motor bodies.  Attach the plastic motor braces and motors with the included #6x5/8” sheet metal screws. Insert the motors, up to the heads, being sure to have the motors with the appropriate wire lengths in the correct locations.
  • Page 6  Snug the bottom screws, add the upper set of 10-24 machine screws, then tighten the upper screws. This will result in the lower screws becoming tight, as we achieve a compression fit around the motor gearbox.  Attach the lower plate, using 8 of the supplied M3 x 6mm machine screws. ...
  • Page 7 Step 8 - Attach wheels:  Loosely screw the supplied 4-40 machine screws into the axle clamp portion of the axle adapters.  Slide each axle adapter fully onto a motor shaft, with the clamp portion towards the chassis, and tighten the 4-40 machine screws to secure the adapters to the motor shafts. ...
  • Page 8  Using a wrench, secure lock nuts on inside of screws. Tighten securely against wedge mount, but make sure brackets stay somewhat loose.  Attach titanium wedge to brackets with 16 M3 x 10mm flat head screws.
  • Page 9 Step 10 - Power on test: CAUTION: THIS ROBOT IS POWERFUL AND FAST! MAKE SURE YOU ONLY OPERATE THE ROBOT IN AN AREA WHERE IT CAN NOT CAUSE DAMAGE OR INJURY!  Make sure the robot power switch is off. ...

  • Page 10: Hints And Tips

     Loosen the 10-24 screws on the end with the bad motor.  Slide out the bad motor  Move the leads to a good motor, slide it back in, tighten up, attach the axle adapter and wheel, and you are ready to go! Have a suggestion? Contact us via http://www.botkits.com...