Elenco Snaptricity® User Manual
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1. Most circuit problems are due to incorrect assembly, always
double-check that your circuit exactly matches the drawing for it.
2. Be sure that parts with positive/negative markings are positioned
as per the drawing.
3. Be sure that all connections are securely snapped.
4. Try replacing the batteries.
5. If the motor spins but does not balance the fan, check that there
is a black plastic piece with three prongs on the motor shaft. In
case it is damaged or lost, a spare is included with your kit. Pry
the broken one off with a screwdriver and push the spare one on
the shaft.
ELENCO
®
is not responsible for parts damaged due to incorrect wiring.
Basic Troubleshooting
Note: If you suspect you have damaged parts, you can follow the
Advanced Troubleshooting procedure on page 8 to determine which
ones need replacing.
Batteries:
Basic Troubleshooting
1
Parts List
2
How to Use It
3
About Your Snaptricity
®
Parts
4
DO’s and DON’Ts of Building Circuits
7
Advanced Troubleshooting
8
Project Listings
9
Projects 1 - 79
10 - 88
Other Snap Circuits
®
Projects
90
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
- Never
connect your Snaptricity
®
set to the
electrical outlets in your home in any way!
Table of Contents
For the best learning experience, do the projects in order.
WARNING:
Always check
your wiring before turning on
a circuit. Never leave a
circuit unattended while the
batteries are installed. Never
connect additional batteries
or any other power sources
to your circuits. Discard any
cracked or broken parts.
WARNING FOR ALL PARTS WITH A SYMBOL
- Moving parts. Do not touch the
motor or fan during operation. Do not lean over the motor. Do not launch the fan at
people, animals, or objects. Eye protection is recommended.
!
!
!
WARNING: CHOKING
HAZARD
- Small parts. Not
for children under 3 years.
!
Conforms
to ASTM
F963
!
• Use only 1.5V AA type, alkaline
batteries (recommended, not
included).
• Insert batteries with correct
polarity.
• Non-rechargeable batteries
should not be recharged.
Rechargeable batteries should
only be charged under adult
supervision, and should not be
recharged while in the product.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
• Do not mix old and new
batteries.
• Remove batteries when they are
used up.
• Do not short circuit the battery
terminals.
• Never throw batteries in a fire or
attempt to open its outer casing.
• Batteries are harmful if
swallowed, so keep away from
small children.
WARNING:
This product contains a small magnet. Swallowed magnets can stick
together across intestines causing serious infections and death.
Seek immediate medical attention if magnet is swallowed or inhaled.
!