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Unread 04-02-2003, 00:46
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Al Skierkiewicz Al Skierkiewicz is offline
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Originally posted by Frank(Aflak)
Don't worry, reverse current wont hurt it.
Although the Robot controller has a protection diode built in, it is not failsafe. Damage can result if the polarity of the supply is reversed. As to the correct way to connect the robot controller, please refer to the controller manual available here... http://www.innovationfirst.com/FIRST...umentation.htm and the robot electrical drawing here...
http://www2.usfirst.org/2003comp/rob..._blueprint.pdf
These two documents should be able to give you an definitive answer. If you are still unsure, let me know and I will explain anything that you are not sure of.
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