Elenco Electronics SNAP CIRCUITS MOTION SCM-165 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 light motor (M7) spins but the lights do not
turn on, make sure you installed it with the “+”
side oriented correctly.
If you suspect you have damaged parts, use the
Advanced Troubleshooting procedure on pages 13
and 14 to determine which ones need replacing.
ELENCO®is not responsible for parts damaged due
to incorrect wiring.
Basic Troubleshooting
Basic Troubleshooting 1
Parts List 2, 3
How to Use Snap Circuits® 4
Airplane Assembly 5
Crawler Assembly 6, 7
About Your Snap Circuits®Parts 8 - 10
Introduction to Electricity 11
DOs and DON’Ts of Building Circuits 12
Advanced Troubleshooting 13, 14
Project Listings 15, 16
Projects 1 - 168 17 - 81
Notes 82
Other Snap Circuits®Projects 83
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD - Never connect Snap
Circuits®to the electrical outlets in your home in any way!
Table of Contents
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.
CAUTION: Persons who are extremely
sensitive to flashing lights and rapidly
changing colors or patterns should exercise
caution when playing with this toy.
Keep this booklet because it contains
important information.
WARNING FOR ALL PRO ECTS WITH A SYMBOL -
Moving parts. Do not touch the motor or fan during operation. Eye protection is recommended.
!!
!
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD -
Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
!
●Use only 1.5V AA type, alkaline batteries (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 old and new batteries.
●Do not connect batteries or battery holders in
parallel.
●Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc),
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) 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.
Batteries:
!
Conforms to all
applicable U.S.
government
requirements.
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Important: If any parts are missing or damaged, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Call toll-free [phone] or e-mail us at:
[email protected]. Customer Service ●150 Carpenter Ave. ●Wheeling, IL 60090 U.S.A.
Parts List (Colors and styles may vary) Symbols and Numbers (page 1)
Qty. ID Name Symbol Part # Qty. ID Name Symbol Part #
r1Base Grid
(11.0” x 7.7”) 6SCBG r1100m Capacitor 6SCC4
r31-Snap Wire 6SC01 r11m Capacitor 6SCC7
r62-Snap Wire 6SC02 r1Crawler Body 6SCCRAWB
r33-Snap Wire 6SC03 r1Crawler Parts 6SCCRAWP
r14-Snap Wire 6SC04 r1Color Light Emitting
Diode (LED) 6SCD8
r15-Snap Wire 6SC05 r1
Red/Yellow Bicolor Light
Emitting Diode (LED)
6SCD10
r16-Snap Wire 6SC06 r11.0” Gear 6SCGEAR1
r1Air ountain 6SCA r11.75” Gear 6SCGEAR2
r1Ball for Air ountain 6SCA B r12.55” Gear 6SCGEAR3
r1
Spout for Air ountain 6SCA S r13.3” Gear 6SCGEAR4
r2
Battery Holder - uses two (2)
1.5V type “AA” (not Included)
6SCB1 r1Geared Motor 6SCGM
r1Rubber Band 6SCBAND1 r1Jumper Wire (Black) 6SCJ1
r1“+” Shaped Bar 6SCBAR1 r1Jumper Wire (Red) 6SCJ2
You may order additional / replacement parts at our website: www.snapcircuits.net
5
4
3
2
1
GM
6
A
C7
C4
B1
D8
D10
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Important: If any parts are missing or damaged, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Call toll-free [phone] or e-mail us at:
[email protected]. Customer Service ●150 Carpenter Ave. ●Wheeling, IL 60090 U.S.A.
Parts List (Colors and styles may vary) Symbols and Numbers (page 2)
Qty. ID Name Symbol Part # Qty. ID Name Symbol Part #
r1Light Motor 6SCM7 r2
Rubber Ring, 0.375” Dia. 6SCRUBRG
r1Mini Car 6SCMCAR r1Slide Switch 6SCS1
r1
Merry-Go-Round Base 6SCMGRB r1Vibration Switch 6SCS4
r1Set of Disc Cutouts
(4 pcs. / set) 6SCMGRD r1Switcher 6SCS6
r1Set of Cardboard
igures (9 pcs. / set) 6SCMGR r1Tilt Switch 6SCS7
r1Airplane Parts
(must be punched out)
6SCPLANE r2Screw PAW 2.6mm x
6mm
6SCSCREW1
r1Pivot Stand 6SCPSB r2Screw PA 2.3mm x
8mm
6SCSCREW2
r10.9” Pulley 6SCPULL1 r1Speaker 6SCSP2
r11.3” Pulley 6SCPULL2 r1Alarm IC 6SCU2
r12.1” Pulley 6SCPULL3 r1Motion Detector 6SCU7
r1NPN Transistor 6SCQ2 r1Blue Stand 626100
r1Adjustable Resistor 6SCRV2
You may order additional / replacement parts at our website: www.snapcircuits.net
U7
M7
Q2
RV2
U2
SP2
S7
S6
S4
S1
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How to Use SnapCircuits
®
Snap Circuits®uses building blocks with snaps
to build the different electrical and electronic
circuits in the projects. Each block has a
function: there are switch blocks, light blocks,
battery blocks, different length wire blocks, etc.
These blocks are different colors and have
numbers on them so that you can easily
identify them. The blocks you will be using are
shown as color symbols with level numbers
next to them, allowing you to easily snap them
together to form a circuit.
For Examp e:
This is the switch block which is green and has
the marking on it. The part symbols in this
booklet may not exactly match the appearance
of the actual parts, but will clearly identify them.
This is a wire block which is blue and comes
in different wire lengths.
This one has the number , , , ,
or on it depending on the length of the wire
connection required.
There is also a 1-snap wire that is used as a
spacer or for interconnection between different
layers.
You need a power source to build each circuit.
This is labeled and requires two (2) 1.5V
“AA” batteries (not included).
A large clear plastic base grid is included with
this kit to help keep the circuit blocks properly
spaced. You will see evenly spaced posts that
the different blocks snap into. The base has
rows labeled A-G and columns labeled 1-10.
Next to each part in every circuit drawing is a
small number in black. This tells you which
level the component is placed at. Place all
parts on level 1 first, then all of the parts on
level 2, then all of the parts on level 3, etc.
Some circuits use the jumper wires to make
unusual connections. Just clip them to the
metal snaps or as indicated.
The set contains 9 pre-
punched cardboard
figures, which can be
inserted into slots in the
merry-go-round base.
The figures are supplied
as a single sheet; just
punch them out.
This set contains 4 pre-
punched cardboard discs.
These will be used to make
hypnotic patterns in project
47, with a strobe light in
project 48, and in other
projects. The discs are
supplied as a single sheet; just punch them out.
S1
23 4 5
6
B1
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To remove a disc from the holder, flip the
holder over and poke the disc out with
your finger as shown.
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5
9
9
9
8
Airplane Assembly
3 3
3 3
1
2
4
4
6
7
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Note: The airplane is used in
project 27 and others, usually with
the light motor (M7) mounted on it.
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Crawler Assembly
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Step 3 Step 4
Step 2
lat side
Step 1
Note: The crawler is used in project 31 and
others, usually with the geared motor (GM)
mounted on it.
A
B
C
3
1
2
4
1
2 2
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
4
3
3
Note
direction
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Crawler Assembly
Step 6
Step 7 Step 8
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Step 5
IMPORTANT: Disassembling the
crawler base is not recommended.
The 1.75” gear used in step 1 is not
needed anywhere else. The geared
motor (GM) is removable, and is
used throughout the projects.
Note
direction
4 4
4
3
3
3
4
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About Your Snap Circuits®Parts
(Part designs are subject to change without
notice).
BASE GRID
The blue snap wires
are wires used to
connect components.
They are used to
transport electricity and do
not affect circuit performance.
They come in different lengths to
allow orderly arrangement of connections
on the base grid.
The red and black
jumper wires make
flexible connections for
times when using the snap wires
would be difficult. They also are
used to make connections off the base grid.
Wires transport electricity just like pipes are used
to transport water. The colorful plastic coating
protects them and prevents electricity from
getting in or out.
BATTERY HOLDER
The base grid is a platform for mounting parts
and wires. It functions like the printed circuit
boards used in most electronic products, or like
how the walls are used for mounting the electrical
wiring in your home.
SNAP WIRES & UMPER WIRES
The batteries (B1) produce an electrical voltage
using a chemical reaction. This “voltage” can be
thought of as electrical pressure, pushing
electricity through a circuit just like a pump
pushes water through pipes. This voltage is
much lower and much safer than that used in
your house wiring. Using more batteries
increases the “pressure”, therefore, more
electricity flows.
Battery Holder (B1)
The speaker (SP2)
converts electricity into
sound by making
mechanical vibrations.
These vibrations create
variations in air
pressure, which travel
across the room. You
“hear” sound when your
ears feel these air
pressure variations.
SPEAKER
Speaker (SP2)
SWITCHES
Switches connect (“ON”) or disconnect (“O ”) the
wires in a circuit. When ON they have no effect on
circuit performance. Switches turn on electricity just
like a faucet turns on water from a pipe. Snap
Circuits®Motion includes several different switches:
The slide switch (S1) is a simple switch like most in
your home.
The switcher (S6) is a more complex switch used to
reverse the wires to a component or circuit. See
project 2 for an example of connections.
Switcher (S6)
One side of the vibration switch (S4) connects to a
spring, the other side connects to a wire through the
spring. When the spring is shaken, the spring
bounces to connect or disconnect the circuit.
Vibration Switch (S4)
Slide Switch (S1)
The tilt switch (S7) has a ball that can roll to make
connections between the center and one of the sides.
Tilt Switch (S7)
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About Your Snap Circuits®Parts
RESISTORS
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Adjustable Resistor (RV2)
The adjustable resistor (RV2) is a 10,000W
resistor but with a center tap that can be adjusted
between 200Wand 10,000W.
Resistors “resist” the flow of electricity and are
used to control or limit the current in a circuit.
Snap Circuits®Motion has two resistors (
47Wand
10,000W
) inside the pivot stand, and an
adjustable resistor. Materials like metal have very
low resistance (<1W), while materials like paper,
plastic, and air have near-infinite resistance.
Increasing circuit resistance reduces the flow of
electricity.
CAPACITORS
The 1mF and 100mF capacitors (C7 & C4) can
store electrical pressure (voltage) for periods of
time. This storage ability allows them to block
stable voltage signals and pass changing ones.
Capacitors are used for filtering and delay
circuits.
Pivot Stand
MOTOR MODULES
Geared Motor
The air fountain (AF) has a motor and fan
inside. The fan sucks air in from the side and
pushes it out the top. As the air comes out it
spreads out like a fountain of water and can
balance light round objects like the ball.
Reversing the voltage to the air fountain reduces
the power of the airflow due to the shape of the
fan.
Air Fountain
The light motor (M7) is a motor with an LED
circuit mounted on its shaft. A motor converts
electricity into mechanical motion, in the form of
a spinning shaft. In the light motor electricity is
transported through the motor shaft to power an
LED circuit, with LEDs mounted on the fan blade.
The motor spins in both directions, but the light
circuit only works in one direction.
How does electricity turn the shaft in the motor?
Electricity is closely related to magnetism, and
an electric current flowing in a wire has a
magnetic field similar to that of a very, very tiny
magnet. Inside the motor is three coils of wire
with many loops. If a large electric current flows
through the loops, the magnetic effects become
concentrated enough to move the coils. The
motor has a magnet inside, so as the electricity
moves the coils to align them with the permanent
magnet, the shaft spins.
Light Motor (M7)
Capacitors (C4 &C7)
The geared motor (GM) is a motor with a
gearbox attached. The gearbox makes the
attached “+” shaped shaft spin slower but with
more force than the shaft that is directly attached
to the motor.
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