Using the Brake Release Keys¶
What are the Brake Release keys¶
When inserted in the Hip and the Knee locks, the two Brake release keys deactivate the brakes protecting Pepper from risk of tipping.
Warning
Only use the Brake release keys when Pepper is OFF.
- Brake Release keys
Part Description A Hip lock and its Hip key. B Knee lock and its Knee key. C Correct orientation of the Knee key, bevel upward. Warning
Never use the Knee Key with the bevel facing down, as it will make Pepper to fall, causing damage and/or injury.
Inserting the Brake Release Keys¶
... and correctly setting Pepper
Before starting¶
- See Brake release keys to identify slots for both Keys and which Key fits where.
- Make sure Pepper is in a Slumping or Standing posture.
Warning
In this procedure Pepper is in unstable equilibrium. Always keep one hand on Pepper to ensure it does not fall.
Action¶
| Step | Action |
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| Stand behind Pepper. | |
| Place the Hip key within reach of your left hand. | |
| Hold the Knee Key between the thumb and first finger of your left hand, ensuring the bevel of the key is up. | |
Place your right hand under the Tablet underarm. Clamp the Torso between your right hand and your right shoulder (or between your right hand and your right knee). 
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In this step you must restrain Pepper from falling backwards or forwards. Warning it will be in unstable equilibrium so do not let go. Without crouching, insert the Knee Key (with the pointy bit up, as in picture) until you reach the click and let Pepper fall slightly backward all the way. 
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With the left hand, insert the Hip Key fully. 
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| Place your left hand on the back. | |
| Ensure the hip has gone back all the way. | |
With both hands, push the torso forward and over the hip all the way. 
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You may let go, Pepper is now in the Slumping posture. Note: Pepper torso may rock slightly sideways. This is not dangerous. |
Removing the Brake Release Keys¶
... and correctly standing Pepper
Before starting¶
- See Brake release keys to identify slots for both Keys and which Key fits where.
- Make sure Pepper is in a Slumping or Standing posture.
Warning
In this procedure Pepper is in unstable equilibrium. Always keep one hand on Pepper to ensure it does not fall.
Action¶
| Step | Action |
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| Identify the two Brake release keys in their slots. | |
| Stand behind Pepper. | |
Grab Pepper underarm with both your hands, and lift Pepper to make it stand vertically. You can use your knee to push Pepper upward gently while lifting with both hands. 
Warning it will be in unstable equilibrium so do not let go. |
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| Make sure Pepper is vertical. Adjust if necessary by feeling the correct upright posture. | |
| While your right hand is still on Pepper to keep it stable, remove the Hip Key with your left hand. | |
| While your right hand is still on Pepper to keep it stable, remove the Knee Key with your left hand. |
Verification¶
Pepper should be stable without the keys. Check it does not lean forwards or backwards.