Just a reminder to all teams to bring spares from the K of P to their respective competitions. FIRST should be posting an update on parts that will be available at the competitions as noted in the Competition Manual, Sect. 3 as follows:
Spare parts will be available at the events; however, the available parts at the events will not be published until after Kickoff. Watch for a Team Update with this information. FIRST asks that teams bring any unused parts from their kits to events to assist and support each other. This kindness can expand your FIRST network of friends as you exchange parts.
Batteries & chargers will NOT be available at any event unless you have made prior arrangements with FIRST (email FRCParts@usfirst.org for more information). Teams are responsible for all National Instruments products required at events. If a team has a problem with its controller, LOANERS will be available under the following restrictions:
• Teams must get approval from the on-site technical staff member.
• An adult member of the team must provide a Credit Card number to ensure proper return of the items after the completion of the event.
• If the part is not returned at the end of the event, or the part is damaged when returned, FIRST will bill the credit card for the replacement cost of the borrowed item or the repair charge.