Safety Information - pitsco Tetrix Flex-Build Robot Chassis Build Instructions

Safety Information

Mechanical
• Keep fingers, hair, and loose articles of clothing clear of gears and moving parts.
• Never pick up the robot while it is moving or the servo motors are running.
• Remove any burrs caused by cutting the metal beams.
• Eye protection is always recommended when modifying material by cutting, filing, or sanding or
when operating mechanical devices with moving or rotating parts and assemblies.
Electrical
• Make sure the power is turned off when the robot is not in operation.
• Do not operate the robot in a wet environment.
• Always power down the robot before making any changes.
• Use caution when working with bare wires to avoid creating a short circuit situation.
• Route wires carefully and secure them if necessary to avoid damage to the wire or its insulation.
• Mount the battery pack and all electronic components securely.
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