Maintenance Checklist - Robotex AVATAR III User Manual

Maintenance Checklist
A) Pre‐use Checklist:
Ensure that all components are attached properly.
Ensure that the controller antenna is tightly attached to the correct port.
Ensure that the robot battery is firmly secured and the battery door completely closed.
Ensure that the tracks are not damaged and are free of debris.
Ensure that the robot camera lenses are properly cleaned.
If the Avatar® III has been out of use for a long period of time, ensure that the
Controller and Robot batteries are fully charged.
Do a pre‐run test drive in a safe area to ensure the signal does not have interference
that may compromise robot functionality during a mission.
B) Post‐use Checklist:
Turn off the controller when the Avatar® III is not in use.
Take the battery out of the robot when the robot is not in use and store in a cool, dry
place.
After using the Avatar® III, it is necessary to perform routine basic maintenance.
Failure to perform maintenance may damage parts and increase wear.
o Ensure that all components are dry and properly wiped clean.
o Ensure that the side cooling fan is not obstructed with debris and spins freely.
o If the robot is particularly dirty, spray the robot with garden hose. If you are using a
hose with a nozzle maintain a distance of 3 feet from the robot. You can also use
canned compressed air to blow dust and debris off the robot. Use hand soap to
remove additional grime. Do not use a pressure washer, abrasive cleaners, or an air
compressor on the robot, as this may damage the robot's water sealing gaskets.
o Check for any damaged or worn‐out parts that need to be replaced or repaired
before the robot's next use.
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Avatar® III User Manual Rev D 12/2015