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Benji's toy breakfast robot usually rolled a plate from the counter to the table. This morning, it beeped but did not move.
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Part 1
Benji's toy breakfast robot usually rolled a plate from the counter to the table. This morning, it beeped but did not move.
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Part 2
Benji wanted to push every button, but Dad suggested checking one thing at a time. They unplugged the toy's charging cord first.
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Part 3
Benji checked the wheels. Both turned freely. He checked the plate tray next, and it clicked into place correctly.
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Part 4
Then he looked at the little front sensor. A toast crumb covered it, so the robot seemed to see an obstacle.
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Part 5
Benji brushed away the crumb with a soft cloth. Dad connected the charging cord, and they tried the start button again.
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Part 6
The robot rolled forward, stopped at the table marker, and delivered the empty practice plate exactly where it belonged.
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Part 7
Benji drew three reminder pictures: check wheels, check tray, and clean sensor. He taped the card beside the robot.
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Part 8
Benji learned that checking parts in order can reveal a problem. Random button pressing would not explain what went wrong.
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