# Startup / Shutdown Procedures

## Startup Sequence

1. **Check Exterior**

   - Inspect legs and joints for debris or jammed component
   - Ensure solar panel is clean and angled toward light
   - Top off the fluid reservoir (listen for slosh = good)

2. **Power Up Core**

   - Turn ignition dial 3/4 clockwise until green LED flashes
   - Listen for hum. If buzzes instead, try percussive reset (under dashboard, left side)

3. **Initialize Locomotion Systems**

   - Flip toggle marked “LEGS ONLINE”
   - Wait for each knee joint to signal “READY” (4 red blinks, then 1 green)
   - If ankle servo doesn’t respond, kick lightly with boot

4. **Sensor Array**

   - Deploy antenna mast and rotate spotlight manually to test movement
   - Tap “SCAN” on dash for basic perimeter check

5. **Final Check**

   - Tap roof twice to make sure nothing’s up there (bots or critters)
   - Say out loud: *“Okay girl, let’s walk.”* (Not strictly necessary, but she likes it.)

## Shutdown Sequence

1. **Power Down**

   - Rotate ignition dial fully counter-clockwise
   - Hold for 2 seconds until status light fades

2. **Stow and Secure**

   - Collapse antenna mast
   - Angle solar panel flat
   - Set parking brake lever (rear of cockpit)

3. **Leg Lock**

   - Flip rear switch marked “ROOST MODE”
   - Walker will lower to crouch and stabilize on feet

4. **Exit Protocol**

   - Pat dash twice (again, optional)
   - Lock side hatch with wrench handle
   - Don't forget your salvage bag!

Notes: If it’s raining or sparking, skip steps 2 and 3 and take shelter. She’ll forgive you later.