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3.2 Starting Up Your Kikobot C1

This section explains how to install, connect, and power on the Kikobot C1. Setting it up correctly is important for safe and reliable use.

a. Structural Installation:

There are two ways for fixing the Kikobot C1 to a table or workbench.

Option 1: Using the Kikobot C1 Base and G-Clamps (Optional Add-ons) (Buy Now)

  1. Prepare the Surface: Find a flat, strong surface (like a table) that can hold the Kikobot C1. Make sure the surface is clean.
  2. Attach the Base: Put the Kikobot C1 Base on the surface. Use the G-Clamp to attach the base to the edge of the table. Make sure the clamp is tight and the base doesn't move.
  3. Attach the Robot Arm: Carefully lift the Kikobot C1 robot arm and line up the holes on its bottom with the holes on the base.
  4. Screw it Together: Use the screws and a screwdriver to attach the robot arm to the base. Tighten the screws evenly, but don't tighten them too much.

Option 2: Attaching Directly with M3 Bolts (If you don't have the base):

  1. Prepare the Surface: Find a flat, strong surface that can hold the Kikobot C1. Make sure the surface is clean and has holes already drilled, or that you can drill holes for M3 bolts.
  2. Position the Robot Arm: Put the Kikobot C1 robot arm on the surface and line up the holes on its bottom with the holes on the surface.
  3. Bolt it Down: Use M3 bolts and nuts (you'll need to get these separately) to attach the robot arm to the surface. Make sure it's attached securely.

b. Connecting the Robot and Controller

  1. Connect the Coupler: Find the coupler (a connector) at the bottom of the Kikobot C1 robot arm. Connect it to the matching connector on the controller box. Make sure it's connected firmly.

c. Connecting the Power

  1. Connect the Adaptor Cable to the Controller: Plug the Adaptor Cable into the power input on the controller box.
  2. Plug in the Power Supply: Plug the 12V 10A Adaptor into the Adaptor Cable, then plug the adaptor into a wall outlet.

d. Turning On and Setting the Home Position

  1. Match the Joint Marks: Before turning the power on, look for matching lines or marks on each joint of the robot arm. Manually turn each joint so the lines line up. This puts the joints in the middle of their movement range and stops them from hitting anything when the robot starts up. This is very important to prevent damage.
  2. Press the Reset Button: Find the reset button on the controller box and press it.
  3. Cobot Goes to Home Position: The robot arm will now move each joint to its "home" position. Watch the robot carefully while it does this. If you hear any strange noises or see anything unusual, unplug the power right away.

e. Final Check: After the robot has finished moving to its home position, check it for anything unusual, like noises, smells, or anything that looks wrong. If you find anything, unplug the power and look at the troubleshooting section of this guide or contact support for help.

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