R504       *Do not modify actuators unless explicitly allowed. The integral mechanical and electrical system of any motor or servo must not be modified. Motors and servos used on the ROBOT shall not be modified in any way, except as follows:

A.      the mounting brackets and/or output shaft/interface (including pinion gears) may be modified to facilitate the physical connection of the motor to the ROBOT and actuated part,

B.      the electrical leads may be trimmed to length as necessary and connectors or splices to additional wiring may be added (per R503), and purely electrical enclosures can be substituted with functionally equivalent replacements,

C.      servos may be modified as specified by the manufacturer (e.g., re-programming or modification for continuous rotation),

D.      minimal labeling may be applied to indicate device purpose, connectivity, functional performance, etc. as long as the team applied label does not obstruct the markings used to identify the device,

E.      insulation may be applied to electrical terminals,

F.      repairs, provided the original performance and specifications are unchanged, and

G.     maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.