Elenco Snap Circuits® Home Learning - Manual (Page 2)

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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.
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 6 to determine which ones need replacing.
Batteries:
• Use only 1.5V AA type, alkaline batteries (not incl.).
• 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.
Basic Troubleshooting 1
Parts List 2
How to Use It 3
DO’s and DON’Ts of Building Circuits 4
Advanced Troubleshooting 5
Summary of Parts & Circuit Diagram Symbols 6-8
Activity Listings 9
Activities 1 - 30 10 - 37
Vocabulary 38-40
End of Unit Test 41-43
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD - Never connect Snap Circuits ® to the
electrical outlets in your home in any way!
Table of Contents
WARNING TO 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
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WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small
parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Meets academic standards
for elementary science.
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Conforms to all applicable US
government requirements.
Snap Circuits ® Electricity 101 is a tool for opening the exciting world of electronics.
Following the Learn by Doing ® concept, electronics will be easy to understand by building
circuits as you learn about them. This book emphasizes the practical applications of
electronics, without bogging down in mathematics. This book is as much about science as
about electronics. It will take about 3 hours to complete this book.
Why should you learn about electronics? Electronics plays an important and increasing
role in our everyday lives, and so some basic knowledge of it is good for everyone. Learning
about it teaches how to do scientific investigation, and the activities develop basic skills
needed in today’s world.
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.
Adult Supervision: Because children’s
abilities vary so much, even with age
groups, adults should exercise discretion
as to which experiments are suitable and
safe (the instructions should enable
supervising adults to establish the
experiment’s suitability for the child).
Make sure your child reads and follows all
of the relevant instructions and safety
procedures, and keeps them at hand for
reference.
This product is intended for use by adults
and children who have attained sufficient
maturity to read and follow directions and
warnings.
Never modify your parts, as doing so may
disable important safety features in them,
and could put your child at risk of injury.