VMX Assembly

Read through and watch the video at the bottom of this page.

MECHANICAL

1. Print out the assembly instructions. It’s easier than running back and forth to a computer.

2. Keep your work surface clean and clear. Only bring the parts you need for the step you are on to the work surface. (see video)

3. You will need the following allen wrenches

   1. 5 mm

   2. 2.5 mm

   3. 2 mm

   4. 1.5 mm

4. Assembly each step in sequence.

5. Assemble each step loose, then tighten with the long end of the wrench and then with the short end. Do not overtighten. Periodic robot inspection will reveal loose nuts and bolts. This is good practice in FRC.

6. Step 2: Use a square to ensure the brackets are at 90 degrees to the plate.

7. Step 6: The motor output shaft should extend ¼ inch beyond the hub(K).

8. Step 13: Use 12 mm long M3 bolts.

9. Step 15: Use 4 bolts to secure the top plate loosely. Tighten and add 4 more bolts later after the wiring is done.

ELECTRICAL

1. You will need the following tools

   1. Wire stripper

   2. Crimper

   3. Power pole crimper

   4. Heat gun (paint stripper) (Watch out. It gets hot!)

   5. Cable ties

2. Motor power and encoder wiring should be run up to the top plate and fastened to the bottom plate so as to prevent the wiring from dragging or catching.

3. Manage your wiring so as to make it neat.

4. You will need to assemble 2 red and 2 black 12 AWG wires with spade connectors at one end and power pole connectors at the other end 15 inches long each. (see video)

NOTE. Wires are 15 inches, 12 AWG, spade at switch end, power pole on other end. Always ask an adult to inspect your wiring before energizing. Always use red for + and black for -.

NOTE. This wiring allows the power switch to light up when the robot is energized. If you run a short black power pole to power pole wire directly from the battery connector to the Titan Quad (replacing the 2 black wires shown) then the power switch will turn the robot on and off but will not light up.