4M CRYSTAL MINING User manual

A. SAFETY MESSAGES
1. Please read this instruction booklet carefully before you start.
2. Adults' supervision and assistance are required.
3. This kit and its finished products contain small parts which may suffocate
children if misused. Keep away from children under 3 years old.
4. Do not place the material in mouth. Do not inhale dust or powder.
B. ATTENTIONS
1. Always work on a solid, level working surface and try to keep the area neat and
clean.
2. Do not pour the powder down the sink as it may clog your drain.
3. Plaster may stain some clothing. Wear a working cloth or an apron before you
start. Wash the plaster on clothes with soap. Do not mix with other laundries.
C. CONTENTS
1 plaster block with 8 crystals buried inside, 1 specially designed digging tool, 1
brush, 1 magnifier, 1 set display case with cover and base cards, 1 pouch bag and
detailed instructions with fun facts.
D1. Dig on the plaster with the hammer side of the tool. When the plaster is
loosened, scrape the pieces away with the flat side of the tool. When a crystal
starts to show through the plaster, apply the digging and the scraping gently or
there may be a chance the crystal will be broken. Use the brush to brush away the
loosen plaster powder.
D2. Remove the crystal from the plaster when it is completely detached. Dust away
the plaster powder with the brush. A crystal is mined. Repeat the above steps until
all crystals are mined.
Remarks: The kit is intended for kids imitating a geologist digging up crystals. The
digging process has to be done with patience like a real geologists. The activity
may take a few hours or days to complete, depending on the kid's ability. That is
the essence of digging fun.
E. ACTIVITIES 2 - MAKE YOUR OWN CRYSTAL COLLECTION
1. CLEANING THE CRYSTALS
Prepare a pot of warm soapy water and a used toothbrush or other soft brush.
Carefully scrub the dusted crystals with the toothbrush and soapy water.
Afterwards wash them with water and put the cleaned crystals on a piece of
newspaper to dry.
2. STUDYING YOUR CRYSTALS
You can use a magnifying glass to study your crystals. Here is the information
about the crystals included in this kit.
F. ACTIVITIES 3 - MAKE A SPECIAL CRYSTAL GIFT
Why not send the precious stone as gift to your friends or family. Since ancient
times, it has been widely believed that crystals possess mystic power which could
bring good luck and health. A bag is provided in this kit. Simply choose one of the
crystals from your collection. Put it in the bag and
send it as a gift. The recipient will love
this special gift. If you have a rock
tumbler at home, you may tumble
the crystals and have them
polished. They will become more
shiny and transparent after
tumbling, and be a very precious
gift.
G. FUN FACTS
Deep inside our Earth the temperature is very
high at which all rocks and minerals are in melted
form called magma. When this magma rises
towards the Earth’s surface through volcanic
actions, it starts to cool and form solid rock and crystal.
A rock is made up of more than 2 minerals whereas a crystal
is composed of 1 mineral throughout.
Most of the crystals provided in this kit belong to the quartz group. Quartz is
silicon dioxide, SiO2. Quartz is abundant in the Earth's crust and is the chemically
simplest silicates. People use The Mohs Scale to measure the hardness of each
mineral. The softest is talc (1) and the hardest is diamond (10). Quartz has a
hardness of 7.
When you pick up a rock from the backyard. You may be able to find some tiny
crystal embedded in it. If the cooling process is slow, the minerals will form into
large crystals which might be as large as a few feet across. Most of the Earth's
crystals took thousands of years to grow. However, some crystallisation processes
can be so quick that you could watch their formation at home e.g. salt crystal.
Contrary to common understanding, crystals do not have to be clear and
transparent. It all depends on the nature of the forming minerals. But obviously,
beautiful, clear and transparent crystals (gems) are more preferred for making
jewellery.
CRYSTAL TYPE CHARACTERISTICS
Clear Quartz /
Rock Crystal
Some transparent, some milky or striated.
Long, pointed.
Strong pink or pale pink. Usually translucent but may
be transparent and often crackled. A little turbid.
Colouring agent is titanium.
Rose Quartz
Agate
A wide range of colors and it is often variegated and
banded. It also is quartz, belonging to the Chalcedony
family. Its name comes from "achates" (Greek) and is
said to be the first found near the river Achates in Scilly.
Transparent, pointed crystal and the colour is purple,
violet and pale red-violet. Amethyst is the most
highly valued stone in the quartz group. The name
means “not drunk”, as amethyst was worn as an
amulet against drunkenness.
Colours will range from various shades of green, to
yellow, red, black, and white. It is an opaque or
translucent gemstone. There are three different
minerals that are called jade - jadeite, chloromenlanite
and nephrite. And the green color is determined by
the amount of iron present.
Amethyst
Dolomite
© 2005 4M INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT LIMITED.
41-03252/1/N/V1
D. ACTIVITIES 1 - MINE YOUR OWN CRYSTALS
CHOKING HAZARD
WARNING:
Not for Children under 3 years.
Small parts.
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to
us. In case you have any comments or questions, or you find any parts of this kit
missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our
marketing support team at Email: [email protected], Fax [phone], Tel
(852) 28936241, Web site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
EXCAVATE YOUR VERY OWN
CRYSTALS. ADD THEM TO YOUR ROCK
COLLECTION. THE KIT CONTAINS VARIOUS
COLOUR NATURAL CRYSTALS. IT'S A COOL
MINERAL ROCK DIGGING KIT.
D1 D2
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
3. MAKING & DISPLAYING "MY CRYSTAL COLLECTION"
Take out the display base card and cover case.
Put the information about the crystals in the
corresponding information square.
After all the crystals information is filled in, slide in the
cover card with the crystals to the base card.
Gently turn over the card. Fix the case with the
adhesive tape at the back.
© 2005 4M INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT LIMITED.
41-04532/3
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Clear Quartz
In the garden
In the garden
In the backyard
In the backyard
In Jame's garden In the garden
On the beach
On the beach
23/8/05
23/8/05
30/6/05 1 / 7/ 0 5
23/6/05
23/9/05
23/6/05
15/7/05
Agate Ame thyst
Amethyst Dolomite
Dolomite Clear Quartz
Rose Quartz

A. SAFETY MESSAGES
1. Please read this instruction booklet carefully before you start.
2. Adults' supervision and assistance are required.
3. This kit and its finished products contain small parts which may suffocate
children if misused. Keep away from children under 3 years old.
4. Do not place the material in mouth. Do not inhale dust or powder.
B. ATTENTIONS
1. Always work on a solid, level working surface and try to keep the area neat and
clean.
2. Do not pour the powder down the sink as it may clog your drain.
3. Plaster may stain some clothing. Wear a working cloth or an apron before you
start. Wash the plaster on clothes with soap. Do not mix with other laundries.
C. CONTENTS
1 plaster block with 8 crystals buried inside, 1 specially designed digging tool, 1
brush, 1 magnifier, 1 set display case with cover and base cards, 1 pouch bag and
detailed instructions with fun facts.
D1. Dig on the plaster with the hammer side of the tool. When the plaster is
loosened, scrape the pieces away with the flat side of the tool. When a crystal
starts to show through the plaster, apply the digging and the scraping gently or
there may be a chance the crystal will be broken. Use the brush to brush away the
loosen plaster powder.
D2. Remove the crystal from the plaster when it is completely detached. Dust away
the plaster powder with the brush. A crystal is mined. Repeat the above steps until
all crystals are mined.
Remarks: The kit is intended for kids imitating a geologist digging up crystals. The
digging process has to be done with patience like a real geologists. The activity
may take a few hours or days to complete, depending on the kid's ability. That is
the essence of digging fun.
E. ACTIVITIES 2 - MAKE YOUR OWN CRYSTAL COLLECTION
1. CLEANING THE CRYSTALS
Prepare a pot of warm soapy water and a used toothbrush or other soft brush.
Carefully scrub the dusted crystals with the toothbrush and soapy water.
Afterwards wash them with water and put the cleaned crystals on a piece of
newspaper to dry.
2. STUDYING YOUR CRYSTALS
You can use a magnifying glass to study your crystals. Here is the information
about the crystals included in this kit.
F. ACTIVITIES 3 - MAKE A SPECIAL CRYSTAL GIFT
Why not send the precious stone as gift to your friends or family. Since ancient
times, it has been widely believed that crystals possess mystic power which could
bring good luck and health. A bag is provided in this kit. Simply choose one of the
crystals from your collection. Put it in the bag and
send it as a gift. The recipient will love
this special gift. If you have a rock
tumbler at home, you may tumble
the crystals and have them
polished. They will become more
shiny and transparent after
tumbling, and be a very precious
gift.
G. FUN FACTS
Deep inside our Earth the temperature is very
high at which all rocks and minerals are in melted
form called magma. When this magma rises
towards the Earth’s surface through volcanic
actions, it starts to cool and form solid rock and crystal.
A rock is made up of more than 2 minerals whereas a crystal
is composed of 1 mineral throughout.
Most of the crystals provided in this kit belong to the quartz group. Quartz is
silicon dioxide, SiO2. Quartz is abundant in the Earth's crust and is the chemically
simplest silicates. People use The Mohs Scale to measure the hardness of each
mineral. The softest is talc (1) and the hardest is diamond (10). Quartz has a
hardness of 7.
When you pick up a rock from the backyard. You may be able to find some tiny
crystal embedded in it. If the cooling process is slow, the minerals will form into
large crystals which might be as large as a few feet across. Most of the Earth's
crystals took thousands of years to grow. However, some crystallisation processes
can be so quick that you could watch their formation at home e.g. salt crystal.
Contrary to common understanding, crystals do not have to be clear and
transparent. It all depends on the nature of the forming minerals. But obviously,
beautiful, clear and transparent crystals (gems) are more preferred for making
jewellery.
CRYSTAL TYPE CHARACTERISTICS
Clear Quartz /
Rock Crystal
Some transparent, some milky or striated.
Long, pointed.
Strong pink or pale pink. Usually translucent but may
be transparent and often crackled. A little turbid.
Colouring agent is titanium.
Rose Quartz
Agate
A wide range of colors and it is often variegated and
banded. It also is quartz, belonging to the Chalcedony
family. Its name comes from "achates" (Greek) and is
said to be the first found near the river Achates in Scilly.
Transparent, pointed crystal and the colour is purple,
violet and pale red-violet. Amethyst is the most
highly valued stone in the quartz group. The name
means “not drunk”, as amethyst was worn as an
amulet against drunkenness.
Colours will range from various shades of green, to
yellow, red, black, and white. It is an opaque or
translucent gemstone. There are three different
minerals that are called jade - jadeite, chloromenlanite
and nephrite. And the green color is determined by
the amount of iron present.
Amethyst
Dolomite
© 2005 4M INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT LIMITED.
41-03252/1/N/V1
D. ACTIVITIES 1 - MINE YOUR OWN CRYSTALS
CHOKING HAZARD
WARNING:
Not for Children under 3 years.
Small parts.
We treasure you as a customer and your satisfaction with this product is important to
us. In case you have any comments or questions, or you find any parts of this kit
missing or defective, please do not hesitate to contact our distributor in your country,
whose address is printed on the package. You are also welcome to contact our
marketing support team at Email: [email protected], Fax [phone], Tel
(852) 28936241, Web site: WWW.4M-IND.COM
EXCAVATE YOUR VERY OWN
CRYSTALS. ADD THEM TO YOUR ROCK
COLLECTION. THE KIT CONTAINS VARIOUS
COLOUR NATURAL CRYSTALS. IT'S A COOL
MINERAL ROCK DIGGING KIT.
D1 D2
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
3. MAKING & DISPLAYING "MY CRYSTAL COLLECTION"
Take out the display base card and cover case.
Put the information about the crystals in the
corresponding information square.
After all the crystals information is filled in, slide in the
cover card with the crystals to the base card.
Gently turn over the card. Fix the case with the
adhesive tape at the back.
© 2005 4M INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT LIMITED.
41-04532/3
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Name
Date
Place
Clear Quartz
In the garden
In the garden
In the backyard
In the backyard
In Jame's garden In the garden
On the beach
On the beach
23/8/05
23/8/05
30/6/05 1 / 7/ 0 5
23/6/05
23/9/05
23/6/05
15/7/05
Agate Ame thyst
Amethyst Dolomite
Dolomite Clear Quartz
Rose Quartz