The pieces are too tight to fit together

• Ensure pieces are properly aligned before pressing them together.
• Try connecting one end first to help guide the tabs.
• Use small tools (screwdriver, tweezers, needle nose pliers) for extra leverage.
• If still too tight, gently tap with a mallet over a cloth to avoid damage to electronics.

The pieces are too loose to fit together  

• Fully build the robot, then remove the bottom panel for stability.
• Apply hot glue or wood glue along the inside edges.
• Clamp or weigh down the robot if using wood glue and allow to dry overnight.
• Reattach the bottom piece with glue on the tabs and let dry.

There are gaps between wood pieces

• Check for wires or wood chips blocking the tabs.
• If nothing is blocking them, refer to the “tight fits” section.

I broke a part!   

• Small chips/tabs: assemble as normal and check sturdiness.
• Large wooden parts: repair with wood glue.
• Plastic/3D printed parts: use hot glue or super glue.

The buttons won't stay on

• The small slots on each of the buttons should be slid onto the circuit board 
  
• Use the keyboard cover and line up the buttons with their associated cutout on the cover
  
• The keyboard cover will keep the buttons in place after assembly