RP6 ROBOT SYSTEM - 3. Hardware and Software Setup
All electric lines from and to the system must be connected before connecting and ap-
plying the supply voltage.
Unexpected connecting or disconnecting plugs, cables or modules in an operating ro-
bot may damage or destroy parts of the system and additional components.
3.1.2. Environment of the Robot
Do not operate the robot on table tops or in areas with high precipies, where it may
fall down to the ground. Please consider the climbing capability of caterpillar vehicles!
The robot may easily drive over small obstacles and push light parts ayway! Please re-
move all objects containing liquids from the robot's operating area, e.g. cups, bottles
and vases.
The robot's chassis will protect the mechanical parts against a number of environ-
mental influences, but it is neither water- nor dustproof. The electronics are rather un-
protected as well. You should operate the robot in clean and dry in-house areas only.
Dirt, loose particles and humidity may damage or destroy mechanical and electronic
components. Operating temperatures are to be restricted between 0°C and 40°C.
Especially inside operating DC-Motors, tiny sparks are generated.
Do not operate
the robot at all
in
an environment with
combustibles or explosives (liquids, gases or
dusts)!
If not operated for long periods of time, the robot should not be stored in locations
with high humidity! Please also remove the batteries to prevent damage by leaking
batteries!
3.1.3. Supply Voltage
The robot has been designed for a 7.2V supply voltage, provided by 6 rechargeable
NiMH batteries. Maximal supply voltage is 10V and shall not be exceeded at any time.
Only use charging devices with valid and legal safety certifications for charging batter-
ies!
As a remedy
you may also operate the robot with 6 heavy duty alkaline batteries.
Normal batteries however will discharge rapidly and cause high costs and environ-
mental damages, so please use rechargeable batteries if possible! Rechargeable bat-
teries will also provide higher maximum currents and may easily be charged inside the
robot!
Please pay attention to the safety and disposal remarks for batteries in the
appendix!
Modifications of the robot should only be done by users, who are completely
aware of what they are doing. You may irreversibly damage the robot or
harm yourself and others by modifications
(e.g. overheating components may
cause fire in your house...)!
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