/*********************MANUALS (BOOKS)***********************/ //Oh god what the fuck I am not good at computer /obj/item/weapon/book/manual icon = 'icons/obj/library.dmi' due_date = 0 // Game time in 1/10th seconds unique = 1 // 0 - Normal book, 1 - Should not be treated as normal book, unable to be copied, unable to be modified /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/engineering_construction name = "Station Repairs and Construction" icon_state ="bookEngineering" author = "Engineering Encyclopedia" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "Station Repairs and Construction" dat = {" "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/engineering_particle_accelerator name = "Particle Accelerator User's Guide" icon_state ="bookParticleAccelerator" author = "Engineering Encyclopedia" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "Particle Accelerator User's Guide" dat = {"

Experienced User's Guide

Setting up the accelerator

  1. Wrench all pieces to the floor
  2. Add wires to all the pieces
  3. Close all the panels with your screwdriver

Using the accelerator

  1. Open the control panel
  2. Set the speed to 2
  3. Start firing at the singularity generator
  4. When the singularity reaches a large enough size so it starts moving on it's own set the speed down to 0, but don't shut it off
  5. Remember to wear a radiation suit when working with this machine... we did tell you that at the start, right?
"} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/supermatter_engine name = "Supermatter Engine User's Guide" icon_state = "bookSupermatter" author = "Waleed Asad" title = "Supermatter Engine User's Guide" dat = {"
Engineering notes on the single-stage supermatter engine,
-Waleed Asad

Station,
Exodus

A word of caution, do not enter the engine room for any reason without radiation protection and meson scanners on. The status of the engine may be unpredictable even when you believe it is 'off.' This is an important level of personal protection.

The engine has two basic modes of functionality. It has been observed that it is capable of both a safe level of operation and a modified, high output mode.

Heat-Primary Mode

Notes on starting the basic function mode
  1. Prepare collector arrays: As is standard, begin by wrenching them down, filling six plasma tanks with a plasma canister, and inserting the tank into the collectors one by one. Finally, initialize each collector.
  2. Prepare gas system: Before introducing any gas into the supermatter engine room, it is important to remember the small, but vital steps to preparing this section. First, set the input gas pump and output gas flow pump to 4500 kPa, or maximum flow. Second, switch the digital switching valve into the 'up' position, so the green light is on north side of the valve, in order to circulate the gas back toward the coolers and collectors.
  3. Apply N2 gas: Retrieve the two N2 canisters from storage and bring them to the engine room. Attach one of them to the input section of the engine gas system located next to the collectors. Keep it attached until the N2 pressure is low enough to turn the canister light red. Replace it with the second canister to keep N2 pressure at optimal levels.
  4. Open supermatter shielding: This button is located in the engine room, to the left of the engine monitoring room blast doors. At this point, the supermatter chamber is mostly a gas mixture of N2 and is producing no radiation. It is considered 'safe' up until this point. Do not forget radiation shielding and meson scanners.
  5. Begin primary emitter burst series: Begin by firing four shots into the supermatter using the emitter. It is important to move to this step quickly. The onboard SMES units may not have enough power to run the emitters if left alone too long on-station. This engine can produce enough power on its own to run the entire station, ignoring the SMES units completely, and is wired to do so.
  6. Switch SMES units to primary settings: Maximize input and set the devices to automatically charge, additionally turn their outputs on if they are off unless power is to be saved (Which can be useful in case of later failures).
  7. Begin secondary emitter burst series: Before firing the emitter again, check the power in the line with a multimeter (Do not forget electrical gloves). The engine is running at high efficiency when the value exceeds 200,000 power units.
  8. Maintain engine power: When power in the lines get low, add an additional emitter burst series to bring power to normal levels.

O2-Reaction Mode

The second mode for running the engine uses a gas mixture to produce a reaction within the supermatter. This mode requires the CE's or Atmospheric's help to set up. This is called 'O2-Reaction Mode.'

THIS MODE CAN CAUSE A RUNAWAY REACTION, LEADING TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE IF NOT MAINTAINED. NEVER FORGET ABOUT THE ENGINE IN THIS MODE.

Additionally, this mode can be used for what is called a 'Cold Start.' If the station has no power in the SMES to run the emitters, using this mode will allow enough power output to run them, and quickly reach an acceptable level of power output.

  1. Prepare collector arrays: As is standard, begin by wrenching them down, filling six plasma tanks with a plasma canister, and inserting the tank into the collectors one by one. Finally, initialize each collector.
  2. Prepare gas system: Before introducing any gas into the supermatter engine room, it is important to remember the small, but vital steps to preparing this section. First, set the input gas pump and output gas flow pump to 4500 kPa, or maximum flow. Second, switch the digital switching valve into the 'up' position, so the green light is on north side of the valve, in order to circulate the gas back toward the coolers and collectors.
  3. Modify the engine room filters: Unlike the Heat-Primary Mode, it is important to change the filters attached to the gas system to stop filtering O2, and start filtering carbon molecules. O2-Reaction Mode produces far more plasma than Heat-Primary, therefore filtering it off is essential.
  4. Switch SMES units to primary settings: Maximize input and set the devices to automatically charge, additionally turn their outputs on if they are off unless power is to be saved (Which can be useful in case of later failures). If you check the power in the system lines at this point, you will find that it is constantly going up. Indeed, with just the addition of O2 to the supermatter, it will begin outputting power.
  5. Begin primary emitter burst series: Begin by firing four shots into the supermatter using the emitter. Do not over power the supermatter. The reaction is self sustaining and propagating. As long as O2 is in the chamber, it will continue outputting MORE power.
  6. Maintain follow up operations: Remember to check the temperature of the core gas and switch to the Heat-Primary function, or vent the core room when problems begin if required.

Notes on Supermatter Reaction Function and Drawbacks

After several hours of observation, an interesting phenomenon was witnessed. The supermatter undergoes a constant, self-sustaining reaction when given an extremely high O2 concentration. Anything about 80% or higher typically will cause this reaction. The supermatter will continue to react whenever this gas mixture is in the same room as the supermatter.

To understand why O2-Reaction mode is dangerous, the core principle of the supermatter must be understood. The supermatter emits three things when 'not safe,' that is any time it is giving off power. These things are:

When in Heat-Primary mode, far more heat and plasma are produced than radiation. In O2-Reaction mode, very little heat and only moderate amounts of plasma are produced, however HUGE amounts of energy leaving the supermatter is in the form of radiation.

The O2-Reaction engine mode has a single drawback which has been eluded to more than once so far and that is very simple. The engine room will continue to grow hotter as the constant reaction continues. Eventually, there will be what is called a 'critical gas mixture.' This is the point at which the constant adding of plasma to the mixture of air around the supermatter changes the gas concentration to below the tolerance. When this happens, two things occur. First, the supermatter switches to its primary mode of operation wherein huge amounts of heat are produced by the engine rather than low amounts with high power output. Second, an uncontrollable increase in heat within the supermatter chamber will occur. This will lead to a spark-up, igniting the plasma in the supermatter chamber, wildly increasing both pressure and temperature.

While the O2-Reaction mode is dangerous, it does produce heavy amounts of energy. Consider using this mode only in short amounts to fill the SMES, and switch back later in the shift to keep things flowing normally.

Notes on Supermatter Containment and Emergency Procedures

While a constant vigil on the supermatter is not required, regular checkups are important. Check the temperature of gas leaving the supermatter chamber for unsafe levels and ensure that the plasma in the chamber is at a safe concentration. Of course, also make sure the chamber is not on fire. A fire in the core chamber is very difficult to put out. As any toxin scientist can tell you, even low amounts of plasma can burn at very high temperatures. This burning creates a huge increase in pressure and more importantly, temperature of the crystal itself.

The supermatter is strong, but not invincible. When the supermatter is heated too much, its crystal structure will attempt to liquefy. The change in atomic structure of the supermatter leads to a single reaction, a massive explosion. The computer chip attached to the supermatter core will warn the station when stability is threatened. It will then offer a second warning, when things have become dangerously close to total destruction of the core.

Located both within the CE office and engine room is the engine ventilatory control button. This button allows the core vent controls to be accessed, venting the room to space. Remember however, that this process takes time. If a fire is raging, and the pressure is higher than fathomable, it will take a great deal of time to vent the room. Also located in the CE's office is the emergency core eject button. A new core can be ordered from cargo. It is often not worth the lives of the crew to hold on to it, not to mention the structural damage. However, if by some mistake the supermatter is pushed off or removed from the mass driver it sits on, manual reposition will be required. Which is very dangerous and often leads to death.

The supermatter is extremely dangerous. More dangerous than people give it credit for. It can destroy you in an instant, without hesitation, reducing you to a pile of dust. When working closely with supermatter, it is suggested to get a genetic backup and do not wear any items of value to you. The supermatter core can be pulled if grabbed properly by the base, but pushing is not possible.

In Closing

Remember that the supermatter is dangerous, and the core is dangerous still. Venting the core room is always an option if you are even remotely worried, utilizing Atmospherics to properly ready the room once more for core function. It is always a good idea to check up regularly on the temperature of gas leaving the chamber, as well as the power in the system lines. Lastly, once again remember, never touch the supermatter with anything. Ever.

-Waleed Asad, Senior Engine Technician "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/engineering_hacking name = "Hacking" icon_state ="bookHacking" author = "Engineering Encyclopedia" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "Hacking" dat = {" "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/engineering_singularity_safety name = "Singularity Safety in Special Circumstances" icon_state ="bookEngineeringSingularitySafety" author = "Engineering Encyclopedia" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "Singularity Safety in Special Circumstances" dat = {"

Singularity Safety in Special Circumstances

Power outage

A power problem has made the entire station lose power? Could be station-wide wiring problems or syndicate power sinks. In any case follow these steps:
  1. PANIC!
  2. Get your ass over to engineering! QUICKLY!!!
  3. Get to the Area Power Controller which controls the power to the emitters.
  4. Swipe it with your ID card - if it doesn't unlock, continue with step 15.
  5. Open the console and disengage the cover lock.
  6. Pry open the APC with a Crowbar.
  7. Take out the empty power cell.
  8. Put in the new, full power cell - if you don't have one, continue with step 15.
  9. Quickly put on a Radiation suit.
  10. Check if the singularity field generators withstood the down-time - if they didn't, continue with step 15.
  11. Since disaster was averted you now have to ensure it doesn't repeat. If it was a powersink which caused it and if the engineering APC is wired to the same powernet, which the powersink is on, you have to remove the piece of wire which links the APC to the powernet. If it wasn't a powersink which caused it, then skip to step 14.
  12. Grab your crowbar and pry away the tile closest to the APC.
  13. Use the wirecutters to cut the wire which is connecting the grid to the terminal.
  14. Go to the bar and tell the guys how you saved them all. Stop reading this guide here.
  15. GET THE FUCK OUT OF THERE!!!

Shields get damaged

  1. GET THE FUCK OUT OF THERE!!! FORGET THE WOMEN AND CHILDREN, SAVE YOURSELF!!!
"} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/hydroponics_pod_people name = "The Diona Harvest - From Seed to Market" icon_state ="bookHydroponicsPodPeople" author = "Farmer John" title = "The Diona Harvest - From Seed to Market" dat = {"

Growing a Diona

Growing a Diona is easy!

  1. Take a syringe of blood from the body you wish to turn into a Diona.
  2. Inject 5 units of blood into the pack of dionaea-replicant seeds.
  3. Plant the seeds.
  4. Tend to the plants water and nutrition levels until it is time to harvest the Diona.

Note that for a successful harvest, the body from which the blood was taken from must be dead BEFORE harvesting the pod, however the pod can be growing while they are still alive. Otherwise, the soul would not be able to migrate to the new Diona body.

It really is that easy! Good luck! "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/medical_cloning name = "Cloning Techniques of the 26th Century" icon_state ="bookCloning" author = "Medical Journal, volume 3" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "Cloning Techniques of the 26th Century" dat = {"

How to Clone People

So there are 50 dead people lying on the floor, chairs are spinning like no tomorrow and you haven't the foggiest idea of what to do? Not to worry! This guide is intended to teach you how to clone people and how to do it right, in a simple, step-by-step process! If at any point of the guide you have a mental meltdown, genetics probably isn't for you and you should get a job-change as soon as possible before you're sued for malpractice.
  1. Acquire body
  2. Strip body
  3. Put body in cloning machine
  4. Scan body
  5. Clone body
  6. Get clean Structural Enzymes for the body
  7. Put body in morgue
  8. Await cloned body
  9. Cryo and use the clean SE injector
  10. Give person clothes back
  11. Send person on their way

Step 1: Acquire body

This is pretty much vital for the process because without a body, you cannot clone it. Usually, bodies will be brought to you, so you do not need to worry so much about this step. If you already have a body, great! Move on to the next step.

Step 2: Strip body

The cloning machine does not like abiotic items. What this means is you can't clone anyone if they're wearing clothes or holding things, so take all of it off. If it's just one person, it's courteous to put their possessions in the closet. If you have about seven people awaiting cloning, just leave the piles where they are, but don't mix them around and for God's sake don't let people in to steal them.

Step 3: Put body in cloning machine

Grab the body and then put it inside the DNA modifier. If you cannot do this, then you messed up at Step 2. Go back and check you took EVERYTHING off - a commonly missed item is their headset.

Step 4: Scan body

Go onto the computer and scan the body by pressing 'Scan - <Subject Name Here>.' If you're successful, they will be added to the records (note that this can be done at any time, even with living people, so that they can be cloned without a body in the event that they are lying dead on port solars and didn't turn on their suit sensors)! If not, and it says "Error: Mental interface failure.", then they have left their bodily confines and are one with the spirits. If this happens, just shout at them to get back in their body, click 'Refresh' and try scanning them again. If there's no success, threaten them with gibbing. Still no success? Skip over to Step 7 and don't continue after it, as you have an unresponsive body and it cannot be cloned. If you got "Error: Unable to locate valid genetic data.", you are trying to clone a monkey - start over.

Step 5: Clone body

Now that the body has a record, click 'View Records,' click the subject's name, and then click 'Clone' to start the cloning process. Congratulations! You're halfway there. Remember not to 'Eject' the cloning pod as this will kill the developing clone and you'll have to start the process again.

Step 6: Get clean SEs for body

Cloning is a finicky and unreliable process. Whilst it will most certainly bring someone back from the dead, they can have any number of nasty disabilities given to them during the cloning process! For this reason, you need to prepare a clean, defect-free Structural Enzyme (SE) injection for when they're done. If you're a competent Geneticist, you will already have one ready on your working computer. If, for any reason, you do not, then eject the body from the DNA modifier (NOT THE CLONING POD) and take it next door to the Genetics research room. Put the body in one of those DNA modifiers and then go onto the console. Go into View/Edit/Transfer Buffer, find an open slot and click "SE" to save it. Then click 'Injector' to get the SEs in syringe form. Put this in your pocket or something for when the body is done.

Step 7: Put body in morgue

Now that the cloning process has been initiated and you have some clean Structural Enzymes, you no longer need the body! Drag it to the morgue and tell the Chef over the radio that they have some fresh meat waiting for them in there. To put a body in a morgue bed, simply open the tray, grab the body, put it on the open tray, then close the tray again. Use one of the nearby pens to label the bed "CHEF MEAT" in order to avoid confusion.

Step 8: Await cloned body

Now go back to the lab and wait for your patient to be cloned. It won't be long now, I promise.

Step 9: Cryo and clean SE injector on person

Has your body been cloned yet? Great! As soon as the guy pops out, grab them and stick them in cryo. Clonexadone and Cryoxadone help rebuild their genetic material. Then grab your clean SE injector and jab it in them. Once you've injected them, they now have clean Structural Enzymes and their defects, if any, will disappear in a short while.

Step 10: Give person clothes back

Obviously the person will be naked after they have been cloned. Provided you weren't an irresponsible little shit, you should have protected their possessions from thieves and should be able to give them back to the patient. No matter how cruel you are, it's simply against protocol to force your patients to walk outside naked.

Step 11: Send person on their way

Give the patient one last check-over - make sure they don't still have any defects and that they have all their possessions. Ask them how they died, if they know, so that you can report any foul play over the radio. Once you're done, your patient is ready to go back to work! Chances are they do not have Medbay access, so you should let them out of Genetics and the Medbay main entrance.

If you've gotten this far, congratulations! You have mastered the art of cloning. Now, the real problem is how to resurrect yourself after that traitor had his way with you for cloning his target. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/ripley_build_and_repair name = "APLU \"Ripley\" Construction and Operation Manual" icon_state ="book" author = "Randall Varn, Einstein Engines Senior Mechanic" // Who wrote the thing, can be changed by pen or PC. It is not automatically assigned title = "APLU \"Ripley\" Construction and Operation Manual" dat = {"


Weyland-Yutani - Building Better Worlds

Autonomous Power Loader Unit \"Ripley\"

Specifications:

Construction:

  1. Connect all exosuit parts to the chassis frame.
  2. Connect all hydraulic fittings and tighten them up with a wrench.
  3. Adjust the servohydraulics with a screwdriver.
  4. Wire the chassis (Cable is not included).
  5. Use the wirecutters to remove the excess cable if needed.
  6. Install the central control module (Not included. Use supplied datadisk to create one).
  7. Secure the mainboard with a screwdriver.
  8. Install the peripherals control module (Not included. Use supplied datadisk to create one).
  9. Secure the peripherals control module with a screwdriver.
  10. Install the internal armor plating (Not included due to NanoTrasen regulations. Can be made using 5 metal sheets).
  11. Secure the internal armor plating with a wrench.
  12. Weld the internal armor plating to the chassis.
  13. Install the external reinforced armor plating (Not included due to NanoTrasen regulations. Can be made using 5 reinforced metal sheets).
  14. Secure the external reinforced armor plating with a wrench.
  15. Weld the external reinforced armor plating to the chassis.

Additional Information:

"} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/research_and_development name = "Research and Development 101" icon_state = "rdbook" author = "Dr. L. Ight" title = "Research and Development 101" dat = {"

Science For Dummies

So you want to further SCIENCE? Good man/woman/thing! However, SCIENCE is a complicated process even though it's quite easy. For the most part, it's a three step process:
  1. Deconstruct items in the Destructive Analyzer to advance technology or improve the design.
  2. Build unlocked designs in the Protolathe and Circuit Imprinter.
  3. Repeat!
Those are the basic steps to furthering science. What do you do science with, however? Well, you have four major tools: R&D Console, the Destructive Analyzer, the Protolathe, and the Circuit Imprinter.

The R&D Console

The R&D console is the cornerstone of any research lab. It is the central system from which the Destructive Analyzer, Protolathe, and Circuit Imprinter (your R&D systems) are controlled. More on those systems in their own sections. On its own, the R&D console acts as a database for all your technological gains and new devices you discover. So long as the R&D console remains intact, you'll retain all that SCIENCE you've discovered. Protect it though, because if it gets damaged, you'll lose your data! In addition to this important purpose, the R&D console has a disk menu that lets you transfer data from the database onto disk or from the disk into the database. It also has a settings menu that lets you re-sync with nearby R&D devices (if they've become disconnected), lock the console from the unworthy, upload the data to all other R&D consoles in the network (all R&D consoles are networked by default), connect/disconnect from the network, and purge all data from the database.

NOTE: The technology list screen, circuit imprinter, and protolathe menus are accessible by non-scientists. This is intended to allow 'public' systems for the plebians to utilize some new devices.

Destructive Analyzer

This is the source of all technology. Whenever you put a handheld object in it, it analyzes it and determines what sort of technological advancements you can discover from it. If the technology of the object is equal or higher then your current knowledge, you can destroy the object to further those sciences. Some devices (notably, some devices made from the protolathe and circuit imprinter) aren't 100% reliable when you first discover them. If these devices break down, you can put them into the Destructive Analyzer and improve their reliability rather than further science. If their reliability is high enough, it'll also advance their related technologies.

Circuit Imprinter

This machine, along with the Protolathe, is used to actually produce new devices. The Circuit Imprinter takes glass and various chemicals (depends on the design) to produce new circuit boards to build new machines or computers. It can even be used to print AI modules.

Protolathe

This machine is an advanced form of the Autolathe that produce non-circuit designs. Unlike the Autolathe, it can use processed metal, glass, solid phoron, silver, gold, and diamonds along with a variety of chemicals to produce devices. The downside is that, again, not all devices you make are 100% reliable when you first discover them.

Reliability and You

As it has been stated, many devices, when they're first discovered, do not have a 100% reliability. Instead, the reliability of the device is dependent upon a base reliability value, whatever improvements to the design you've discovered through the Destructive Analyzer, and any advancements you've made with the device's source technologies. To be able to improve the reliability of a device, you have to use the device until it breaks beyond repair. Once that happens, you can analyze it in a Destructive Analyzer. Once the device reaches a certain minimum reliability, you'll gain technological advancements from it.

Building a Better Machine

Many machines produced from circuit boards inserted into a machine frames require a variety of parts to construct. These are parts like capacitors, batteries, matter bins, and so forth. As your knowledge of science improves, more advanced versions are unlocked. If you use these parts when constructing something, its attributes may be improved. For example, if you use an advanced matter bin when constructing an autolathe (rather than a regular one), it'll hold more materials. Experiment around with stock parts of various qualities to see how they affect the end results! Be warned, however: Tier 3 and higher stock parts don't have 100% reliability and their low reliability may affect the reliability of the end machine. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/robotics_cyborgs name = "Cyborgs for Dummies" icon_state = "borgbook" author = "XISC" title = "Cyborgs for Dummies" dat = {"

Cyborgs for Dummies

Chapters

  1. Cyborg Related Equipment
  2. Cyborg Modules
  3. Cyborg Construction
  4. Cyborg Maintenance
  5. Cyborg Repairs
  6. In Case of Emergency

Cyborg Related Equipment

Exosuit Fabricator

The Exosuit Fabricator is the most important piece of equipment related to cyborgs. It allows the construction of the core cyborg parts. Without these machines, cyborgs cannot be built. It seems that they may also benefit from advanced research techniques.

Cyborg Recharging Station

This useful piece of equipment will suck power out of the power systems to charge a cyborg's power cell back up to full charge.

Robotics Control Console

This useful piece of equipment can be used to immobilize or destroy a cyborg. A word of warning: Cyborgs are expensive pieces of equipment, do not destroy them without good reason, or NanoTrasen may see to it that it never happens again.

Cyborg Modules

When a cyborg is created it picks out of an array of modules to designate its purpose. There are 6 different cyborg modules.

Standard Cyborg

The standard cyborg module is a multi-purpose cyborg. It is equipped with various modules, allowing it to do basic tasks.
A Standard Cyborg comes with:

Engineering Cyborg

The Engineering cyborg module comes equipped with various engineering-related tools to help with engineering-related tasks.
An Engineering Cyborg comes with:

Mining Cyborg

The Mining Cyborg module comes equipped with the latest in mining equipment. They are efficient at mining due to no need for oxygen, but their power cells limit their time in the mines.
A Mining Cyborg comes with:

Security Cyborg

The Security Cyborg module is equipped with effective security measures used to apprehend and arrest criminals without harming them a bit.
A Security Cyborg comes with:

Janitor Cyborg

The Janitor Cyborg module is equipped with various cleaning-facilitating devices.
A Janitor Cyborg comes with:

Service Cyborg

The service cyborg module comes ready to serve your human needs. It includes various entertainment and refreshment devices. Occasionally some service cyborgs may have been referred to as "Bros."
A Service Cyborg comes with:

Cyborg Construction

Cyborg construction is a rather easy process, requiring a decent amount of metal and a few other supplies.
The required materials to make a cyborg are: Once you have acquired the materials, you can start on construction of your cyborg.
To construct a cyborg, follow the steps below:
  1. Start the Exosuit Fabricators constructing all of the cyborg parts
  2. While the parts are being constructed, take your human brain, and place it inside the Man-Machine Interface
  3. Once you have a Robot Head, place your two flashes inside the eye sockets
  4. Once you have your Robot Chest, wire the Robot chest, then insert the power cell
  5. Attach all of the Robot parts to the Robot frame
  6. Insert the Man-Machine Interface (With the Brain inside) into the Robot Body
  7. Congratulations! You have a new cyborg!

Cyborg Maintenance

Occasionally Cyborgs may require maintenance of a couple types, this could include replacing a power cell with a charged one, or possibly maintaining the cyborg's internal wiring.

Replacing a Power Cell

Replacing a Power cell is a common type of maintenance for cyborgs. It usually involves replacing the cell with a fully charged one, or upgrading the cell with a larger capacity cell.
The steps to replace a cell are as follows:
  1. Unlock the Cyborg's Interface by swiping your ID on it
  2. Open the Cyborg's outer panel using a crowbar
  3. Remove the old power cell
  4. Insert the new power cell
  5. Close the Cyborg's outer panel using a crowbar
  6. Lock the Cyborg's Interface by swiping your ID on it, this will prevent non-qualified personnel from attempting to remove the power cell

Exposing the Internal Wiring

Exposing the internal wiring of a cyborg is fairly easy to do, and is mainly used for cyborg repairs.
You can easily expose the internal wiring by following the steps below:
  1. Follow Steps 1 - 3 of "Replacing a Cyborg's Power Cell"
  2. Open the cyborg's internal wiring panel by using a screwdriver to unsecure the panel
To re-seal the cyborg's internal wiring:
  1. Use a screwdriver to secure the cyborg's internal panel
  2. Follow steps 4 - 6 of "Replacing a Cyborg's Power Cell" to close up the cyborg

Cyborg Repairs

Occasionally a Cyborg may become damaged. This could be in the form of impact damage from a heavy or fast-travelling object, or it could be heat damage from high temperatures, or even lasers or Electromagnetic Pulses (EMPs).

Dents

If a cyborg becomes damaged due to impact from heavy or fast-moving objects, it will become dented. Sure, a dent may not seem like much, but it can compromise the structural integrity of the cyborg, possibly causing a critical failure. Dents in a cyborg's frame are rather easy to repair, all you need is to apply a welding tool to the dented area, and the high-tech cyborg frame will repair the dent under the heat of the welder.

Excessive Heat Damage

If a cyborg becomes damaged due to excessive heat, it is likely that the internal wires will have been damaged. You must replace those wires to ensure that the cyborg remains functioning properly.
To replace the internal wiring follow the steps below:
  1. Unlock the Cyborg's Interface by swiping your ID
  2. Open the Cyborg's External Panel using a crowbar
  3. Remove the Cyborg's Power Cell
  4. Using a screwdriver, expose the internal wiring of the Cyborg
  5. Replace the damaged wires inside the cyborg
  6. Secure the internal wiring cover using a screwdriver
  7. Insert the Cyborg's Power Cell
  8. Close the Cyborg's External Panel using a crowbar
  9. Lock the Cyborg's Interface by swiping your ID
These repair tasks may seem difficult, but are essential to keep your cyborgs running at peak efficiency.

In Case of Emergency

In case of emergency, there are a few steps you can take.

"Rogue" Cyborgs

If the cyborgs seem to become "rogue", they may have non-standard laws. In this case, use extreme caution. To repair the situation, follow these steps:
  1. Locate the nearest robotics console
  2. Determine which cyborgs are "Rogue"
  3. Press the lockdown button to immobilize the cyborg
  4. Locate the cyborg
  5. Expose the cyborg's internal wiring
  6. Check to make sure the LawSync and AI Sync lights are lit
  7. If they are not lit, pulse the LawSync wire using a multitool to enable the cyborg's LawSync
  8. Proceed to a cyborg upload console. NanoTrasen usually places these in the same location as AI upload consoles.
  9. Use a "Reset" upload moduleto reset the cyborg's laws
  10. Proceed to a Robotics Control console
  11. Remove the lockdown on the cyborg

As a last resort

If all else fails in a case of cyborg-related emergency, there may be only one option. Using a Robotics Control console, you may have to remotely detonate the cyborg.

WARNING:

Do not detonate a borg without an explicit reason for doing so. Cyborgs are expensive pieces of NanoTrasen equipment, and you may be punished for detonating them without reason. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/security_space_law name = "Corporate Regulations" desc = "A set of NanoTrasen guidelines for keeping law and order on their space stations." icon_state = "bookSpaceLaw" author = "NanoTrasen" title = "Corporate Regulations" dat = {" "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/medical_diagnostics_manual name = "NT Medical Diagnostics Manual" desc = "First, do no harm. A detailed medical practitioner's guide." icon_state = "bookMedical" author = "NanoTrasen Medicine Department" title = "NT Medical Diagnostics Manual" dat = {"

The Oath

The Medical Oath sworn by recognised medical practitioners in the employ of NanoTrasen
  1. Now, as a new doctor, I solemnly promise that I will, to the best of my ability, serve humanity-caring for the sick, promoting good health, and alleviating pain and suffering.
  2. I recognise that the practice of medicine is a privilege with which comes considerable responsibility and I will not abuse my position.
  3. I will practise medicine with integrity, humility, honesty, and compassion-working with my fellow doctors and other colleagues to meet the needs of my patients.
  4. I shall never intentionally do or administer anything to the overall harm of my patients.
  5. I will not permit considerations of gender, race, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, nationality, or social standing to influence my duty of care.
  6. I will oppose policies in breach of human rights and will not participate in them. I will strive to change laws that are contrary to my profession's ethics and will work towards a fairer distribution of health resources.
  7. I will assist my patients to make informed decisions that coincide with their own values and beliefs and will uphold patient confidentiality.
  8. I will recognise the limits of my knowledge and seek to maintain and increase my understanding and skills throughout my professional life. I will acknowledge and try to remedy my own mistakes and honestly assess and respond to those of others.
  9. I will seek to promote the advancement of medical knowledge through teaching and research.
  10. I make this declaration solemnly, freely, and upon my honour.

"} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/engineering_guide name = "Engineering Textbook" icon_state ="bookEngineering2" author = "Engineering Encyclopedia" title = "Engineering Textbook" dat = {" "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/chef_recipes name = "Chef Recipes" icon_state = "cooked_book" author = "Victoria Ponsonby" title = "Chef Recipes" dat = {"

Food for Dummies

Here is a guide on basic food recipes and also how to not poison your customers accidentally.

Basics:

Knead an egg and some flour to make dough. Bake that to make a bun or flatten and cut it.

Burger:

Put a bun and some meat into the microwave and turn it on. Then wait.

Bread:

Put some dough and an egg into the microwave and then wait.

Waffles:

Add two lumps of dough and 10 units of sugar to the microwave and then wait.

Popcorn:

Add 1 corn to the microwave and wait.

Meat Steak:

Put a slice of meat, 1 unit of salt, and 1 unit of pepper into the microwave and wait.

Meat Pie:

Put a flattened piece of dough and some meat into the microwave and wait.

Boiled Spaghetti:

Put the spaghetti (processed flour) and 5 units of water into the microwave and wait.

Donuts:

Add some dough and 5 units of sugar to the microwave and wait.

Fries:

Add one potato to the processor, then bake them in the microwave. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/barman_recipes name = "Barman Recipes" icon_state = "barbook" author = "Sir John Rose" title = "Barman Recipes" dat = {"

Drinks for Dummies

Here's a guide for some basic drinks.

Black Russian:

Mix vodka and Kahlua into a glass.

Cafe Latte:

Mix milk and coffee into a glass.

Classic Martini:

Mix vermouth and gin into a glass.

Gin Tonic:

Mix gin and tonic into a glass.

Grog:

Mix rum and water into a glass.

Irish Cream:

Mix cream and whiskey into a glass.

The Manly Dorf:

Mix ale and beer into a glass.

Mead:

Mix enzyme, water, and sugar into a glass.

Screwdriver:

Mix vodka and orange juice into a glass. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/detective name = "The Film Noir: Proper Procedures for Investigations" icon_state ="bookDetective" author = "NanoTrasen" title = "The Film Noir: Proper Procedures for Investigations" dat = {"

Detective Work

Between your bouts of self-narration and drinking whiskey on the rocks, you might get a case or two to solve.
To have the best chance to solve your case, follow these directions:

  1. Go to the crime scene.
  2. Take your scanner and scan EVERYTHING (Yes, the doors, the tables, even the dog).
  3. Once you are reasonably certain you have every scrap of evidence you can use, find all possible entry points and scan them, too.
  4. Return to your office.
  5. Using your forensic scanning computer, scan your scanner to upload all of your evidence into the database.
  6. Browse through the resulting dossiers, looking for the one that either has the most complete set of prints, or the most suspicious items handled.
  7. If you have 80% or more of the print (The print is displayed), go to step 10, otherwise continue to step 8.
  8. Look for clues from the suit fibres you found on your perpetrator, and go about looking for more evidence with this new information, scanning as you go.
  9. Try to get a fingerprint card of your perpetrator, as if used in the computer, the prints will be completed on their dossier.
  10. Assuming you have enough of a print to see it, grab the biggest complete piece of the print and search the security records for it.
  11. Since you now have both your dossier and the name of the person, print both out as evidence and get security to nab your baddie.
  12. Give yourself a pat on the back and a bottle of the ship's finest vodka, you did it!

It really is that easy! Good luck! "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/nuclear name = "Fission Mailed: Nuclear Sabotage 101" icon_state ="bookNuclear" author = "Syndicate" title = "Fission Mailed: Nuclear Sabotage 101" dat = {"

Nuclear Explosives 101

Hello and thank you for choosing the Syndicate for your nuclear information needs. Today's crash course will deal with the operation of a Fusion Class NanoTrasen made Nuclear Device.

First and foremost, DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING UNTIL THE BOMB IS IN PLACE. Pressing any button on the compacted bomb will cause it to extend and bolt itself into place. If this is done, to unbolt it, one must completely log in, which at this time may not be possible.

To make the nuclear device functional


You now have activated the device. To deactivate the buttons at anytime, for example when you've already prepped the bomb for detonation, remove the authentication disk OR press R on the keypad.

Now the bomb CAN ONLY be detonated using the timer. Manual detonation is not an option. Toggle off the SAFETY.
Note: You wouldn't believe how many Syndicate Operatives with doctorates have forgotten this step.

So use the - - and + + to set a detonation time between 5 seconds and 10 minutes. Then press the timer toggle button to start the countdown. Now remove the authentication disk so that the buttons deactivate.
Note: THE BOMB IS STILL SET AND WILL DETONATE

Now before you remove the disk, if you need to move the bomb, you can toggle off the anchor, move it, and re-anchor.

Remember the order:
Disk, Code, Safety, Timer, Disk, RUN!

Intelligence Analysts believe that normal NanoTrasen procedure is for the Captain to secure the nuclear authentication disk.

Good luck! "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/atmospipes name = "Pipes and You: Getting To Know Your Scary Tools" icon_state = "pipingbook" author = "Maria Crash, Senior Atmospherics Technician" title = "Pipes and You: Getting To Know Your Scary Tools" dat = {"

Contents

  1. Author's Foreword
  2. Basic Piping
  3. Insulated Pipes
  4. Atmospherics Devices
  5. Heat Exchange Systems
  6. Final Checks

HOW TO NOT SUCK QUITE SO HARD AT ATMOSPHERICS


Or: What the fuck does a "pressure regulator" do?

Alright. It has come to my attention that a variety of people are unsure of what a "pipe" is and what it does. Apparently, there is an unnatural fear of these arcane devices and their "gases." Spooky, spooky. So, this will tell you what every device constructable by an ordinary pipe dispenser within atmospherics actually does. You are not going to learn what to do with them to be the super best person ever, or how to play guitar with passive gates, or something like that. Just what stuff does.

Basic Pipes

The boring ones.
Most ordinary pipes are pretty straightforward. They hold gas. If gas is moving in a direction for some reason, gas will flow in that direction. That's about it. Even so, here's all of your wonderful pipe options.
An important note here is that pipes are now done in three distinct lines - general, supply, and scrubber. You can move gases between these with a universal adapter. Use the correct position for the correct location. Connecting scrubbers to a supply position pipe makes you an idiot who gives everyone a difficult job. Insulated and HE pipes don't go through these positions.

Insulated Pipes

  • Bent pipes: Pipes with a 90 degree bend at the half-meter mark. My goodness.
  • Pipe manifolds: Pipes that are essentially a "T" shape, allowing you to connect three things at one point.
  • 4-way manifold: A four-way junction.
  • Pipe cap: Caps off the end of a pipe. Open ends don't actually vent air, because of the way the pipes are assembled, so, uh. Use them to decorate your house or something.
  • Manual Valve: A valve that will block off airflow when turned. Can't be used by the AI or cyborgs, because they don't have hands.
  • Manual T-Valve: Like a manual valve, but at the center of a manifold instead of a straight pipe.


    • Insulated Pipes


    Special Public Service Announcement.
    Our regular pipes are already insulated. These are completely worthless. Punch anyone who uses them.

    Devices:

    They actually do something.
    This is usually where people get frightened, afraid, and start calling on their gods and/or cowering in fear. Yes, I can see you doing that right now. Stop it. It's unbecoming. Most of these are fairly straightforward.

    Heat Exchange Systems

    Will not set you on fire.
    These systems are used to only transfer heat between two pipes. They will not move gases or any other element, but will equalize the temperature (eventually). Note that because of how gases work (remember: pv=nRt), a higher temperature will raise pressure, and a lower one will lower temperature.
  • Pipe: This is a pipe that will exchange heat with the surrounding atmosphere. Place in fire for superheating. Place in space for supercooling.
  • Bent pipe: Take a wild guess.
  • Junction: The point where you connect your normal pipes to heat exchange pipes. Not necessary for heat exchangers, but necessary for H/E pipes/bent pipes.
  • Heat exchanger: These funky-looking bits attach to an open pipe end. Put another heat exchanger directly across from it, and you can transfer heat across two pipes without having to have the gases touch. This normally shouldn't exchange with the ambient air, despite being totally exposed. Just don't ask questions.

    • That's about it for pipes. Go forth, armed with this knowledge, and try not to break, burn down, or kill anything. Please. "} /obj/item/weapon/book/manual/evaguide name = "EVA Gear and You: Not Spending All Day Inside" icon_state = "evabook" author = "Maria Crash, Senior Atmospherics Technician" title = "EVA Gear and You: Not Spending All Day Inside" dat = {"

    EVA Gear and You: Not Spending All Day Inside

    Or: How not to suffocate because there's a hole in your shoes

    Contents

    1. A foreword on using EVA gear
    2. Donning a Civilian Suit
    3. Putting on a Hardsuit
    4. Cyclers and Other Modification Equipment
    5. Final Checks

    EVA gear. Wonderful to use. It's useful for mining, engineering, and occasionally just surviving, if things are that bad. Most people have EVA training, but apparently there are some on a space station who don't. This guide should give you a basic idea of how to use this gear, safely. It's split into two sections: Civilian suits and hardsuits.

    Civilian Suits

    The bulkiest things this side of Alpha Centauri
    These suits are the grey ones that are stored in EVA. They're the more simple to get on, but are also a lot bulkier, and provide less protection from environmental hazards such as radiation or physical impact. As Medical, Engineering, Security, and Mining all have hardsuits of their own, these don't see much use, but knowing how to put them on is quite useful anyways.

    First, take the suit. It should be in three pieces: A top, a bottom, and a helmet. Put the bottom on first, shoes and the like will fit in it. If you have magnetic boots, however, put them on on top of the suit's feet. Next, get the top on, as you would a shirt. It can be somewhat awkward putting these pieces on, due to the makeup of the suit, but to an extent they will adjust to you. You can then find the snaps and seals around the waist, where the two pieces meet. Fasten these, and double-check their tightness. The red indicators around the waist of the lower half will turn green when this is done correctly. Next, put on whatever breathing apparatus you're using, be it a gas mask or a breath mask. Make sure the oxygen tube is fastened into it. Put on the helmet now, straightforward, and make sure the tube goes into the small opening specifically for internals. Again, fasten seals around the neck, a small indicator light in the inside of the helmet should go from red to off when all is fastened. There is a small slot on the side of the suit where an emergency oxygen tank or extended emergency oxygen tank will fit, but it is recommended to have a full-sized tank on your back for EVA.

    These suits tend to be wearable by most species. They're large and flexible. They might be pretty uncomfortable for some, though, so keep that in mind.

    Hardsuits

    Heavy, uncomfortable, still the best option.
    These suits come in Engineering, Mining, and the Armory. There's also a couple Medical Hardsuits in EVA. These provide a lot more protection than the standard suits.

    Similarly to the other suits, these are split into three parts. Fastening the pant and top are mostly the same as the other spacesuits, with the exception that these are a bit heavier, though not as bulky. The helmet goes on differently, with the air tube feeding into the suit and out a hole near the left shoulder, while the helmet goes on turned ninety degrees counter-clockwise, and then is screwed in for one and a quarter full rotations clockwise, leaving the faceplate directly in front of you. There is a small button on the right side of the helmet that activates the helmet light. The tanks that fasten onto the side slot are emergency tanks, as well as full-sized oxygen tanks, leaving your back free for a backpack or satchel.

    These suits generally only fit one species. Nanotrasen's are usually human-fitting by default, but there's equipment that can make modifications to the hardsuits to fit them to other species.

    Modification Equipment

    How to actually make hardsuits fit you.
    There's a variety of equipment that can modify hardsuits to fit species that can't fit into them, making life quite a bit easier.

    The first piece of equipment is a suit cycler. This is a large machine resembling the storage pods that are in place in some places. These are machines that will automatically tailor a suit to certain specifications. The largest uses of them are for their cleaning functions and their ability to tailor suits for a species. Do not enter them physically. You will die from any of the functions being activated, and it will be painful. These machines can both tailor a suit between species, and between types. This means you can convert engineering hardsuits to atmospherics, or the other way. This is useful. Use it if you can.

    There's also modification kits that let you modify suits yourself. These are extremely difficult to use unless you understand the actual construction of the suit. I do not reccomend using them unless no other option is available.

    Final Checks

    If you don't have any further issues, go out and do whatever is necessary. "}