Hachette ALIEN XENOMORPH User manual

ALIEN
BUILD THE
TERRIFYING
XENOMORPH
FROM
ALIEN
spectacular
EASYEASY
ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY
1:2
PACK 1
KITS 1 - 4
Non contractual visual
scale

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Not suitable for children under 14.
PACK 1 | BUILD INSTRUCTIONS
ALIEN
WARNING: Some parts are assembled using magnets. These magnets can cause serious
injury if they are swallowed. Keep away from children. If you suspect a magnet has been
swallowed, seek medical help straight away.
Some parts may have sharp edges, please handle them with care.
The installation of electronic parts must always be carried out by an adult. When replacing batteries,
use the same type of batteries.
Please ensure that the battery compartment is securely fastened before you use the model again.
Used batteries should be recycled.
Please make sure to check with your local council how batteries should be disposed of in your area.
Batteries can present a choking danger to small children and may cause serious harm if ingested. Do
not leave them lying around and keep any spare batteries locked away at all times.
KIT 01
THE UPPER JAW
KIT 02
THE LOWER JAW
KIT 03
THE SKULL & JAWBONE
KIT 04
THE TIBIA &
RETRACTABLE JAW
STEPS & TIPS ONLINE

To help you get the best out of building the Xenomorph,
we’ve prepared a modellers checklist with hints, tips and advice
from our expert. The information below is aimed at making your build
as enjoyable and professional as possible right from the start.
Before you start...
Make sure you have good ventilation
when using adhesives and to replace
caps rmly.
Always use the correct adhesives and
always follow manufacturers guidance.
Apply glue sparingly and use a cocktail
stick to apply so that you don’t use too
much nor apply the glue too heavily.
Work in a well lit area. Use an
anglepoise lamp or similar on your work
bench to ensure you have good light
whenever you’re at work.
Organise storage – stackable, labelled
containers like old clean takeaway or
ice-cream plastic tubs with lids are
perfect. Small parts which may not be
needed until a later kit should be kept
in clear plastic and labelled bags.
Use masking tape to hold parts
temporarily in place.
Only use the correct size screwdriver
that ts the screw head rmly.
Cut parts from a sprue (framework)
with side cutters or a craft knife.
Side cutters tend to be easiest.
Keep your own build diary – note
mistakes and what went well along
with tips for future builds.
Use a magnet to help nd screws that
have fallen on the oor.
Leave parts in the paper bags supplied
until they are needed - you won’t think
you’ll get confused but it’s easy to get
overwhelmed by too many small similar
pieces. You can write a note of the kit
and part on the paper bag too.
If a screw is tight, try turning a half
turn forwards followed by a quarter turn
backwards. Also, it can sometimes help
to temporarily t a screw into its hole
before assembling the parts.
Always use the correct tools for each
part of the build.
But most of all, enjoy your build!
•Screwdiver – crosspoint (PH0 or similar)’
•Glue – superglue (cyanoacrylate)
•Cocktail sticks
•Tweezers
•Long-nosed pliers
•Cutting mat
• Needle les (smooth rough edges and remove excessive paint)
•Masking tape
•Small vice
•Small spring clamps
•Forceps
•Small clear plastic bags
•Permanent marker pen (for labelling storage boxes and bags)
•Magnifying glass
Tools (in rough order of priority)

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Some parts of the model are attached using screws whilst some
simply push-t together. Other parts will need to be glued in
place using superglue (Cyanoacrylate or CA). Always follow the
manufacturers guidelines and warnings, apply sparingly and use in a
well ventilated space. Superglue gel (thick superglue) can be applied
with pin-point accuracy to the relevant surface using a cocktail stick.
Where possible, parts should be test-tted in place before glueing.
The instructions are numbered to indicate the correct order of
construction and also include tips and tricks to make the assembly
of the model as easy as possible.
To protect the paint nish on the components use a clean piece of
white paper on your work surface to build on.
Take care when opening the moulded packaging and try to leave
parts in their recesses until required to avoid losing pieces.
Always read through the instructions carefully and study the
illustrations before starting the assembly.
PB 1
ASSEMBLY GUIDE
The rst phase of the model’s assembly starts with the upper jaw,
which will become part of the Xenomorph’s skull.
KIT 1: THE UPPER JAW
PARTS SUPPLIED
Ref. Name Qty.
1-1 Skull A 1
1-2 Upper Jaw A 1
1-3 Upper Jaw B 1
1-4 Upper Tooth 1 A 1
1-5 Upper Tooth 2 B 1
1-6 Upper Tooth 3 C 1
1-7 Upper Teeth 4 D 1
1-8 Upper Tooth 5 E 1
1-9 Upper Tooth 6 F 1
1-10 Upper Tooth 7 G 1
1-11 Screwdriver 1
1-12 Screws 2x6mm 4*
1-1 1-2
1-3
1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 1-9 1-10
1-11 1-12
* A spare screw is also supplied in case of loss or damage.

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1-2
1-1
1-6 (C)
1-5 (B)
1-4 (A)
1-3
1-12
1-12
1-12
KIT 1: THE UPPER JAW
2
1
EXPERT TIP: If the screws
are difcult to t, it could be
because they are cutting a thread
as they are being screwed in. If this
should be the case, try turning the
screw forwards half a turn, then
back a quarter of a turn. Repeat
this process until the screw is
rmly secured in place.
To begin the assembly, place the Skull
1-1 upside down on the work surface.
Orientate the Upper Jaw A 1-2 so that
the three screw holes align with the
clear raised sockets on Skull part 1-1.
Using the Screwdriver 1-11, or similar,
x the two parts together with three
2x6mm 1-12 screws. Ensure the parts
t snugly together and the screws are
fully seated.
Place the Upper Jaw B 1-3 on a at
surface with the teeth sockets facing
upwards. The teeth are individually
embossed with a letter to help
identify them. The Teeth 1-4 (A),
1-5 (B) and 1-6 (C) are tted into
their corresponding sockets on the
right hand side, as shown. Test-t
the teeth, noting how the sockets
are individually shaped. When you
are happy with the t, apply a small
amount of superglue in their sockets
and secure the teeth rmly in place. A
cocktail stick or similar is useful when
applying small amounts of glue.

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1-8 (E)
1-9 (F)
1-10 (G)
1-3
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Parts that look similar often have letters or markings on them to help
differentiate between them. For example, the teeth in this issue have the
letters A to G embossed on them.
1-4 (A) 1-5 (B) 1-6 (C) 1-7 (D) 1-8 (E) 1-9 (F) 1-10 (G)
KIT 1: THE UPPER JAW
3
In a similar way to the previous step,
t the remaining Teeth 1-8 (E),
1-9 (F) and 1-10 (G) into their
corresponding sockets in the Upper
Jaw B 1-3.

PB 4
KIT 1: THE UPPER JAW
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The construction uses several types of screw which
differ in size, colour and material. The screws are
supplied in separate packaging and a spare is
usually included for each type. Keep these extra
screws safe and labelled in case a replacement is
required.
KIT 1 IS COMPLETE
1-7 (D)
1-3
1-3
1-2
4
5
The Upper Teeth 1-7 (D) are tted
into the central cavity at the front of
the Upper Jaw 1-3. After test-tting,
apply a small drop of superglue and
x the teeth in place.
The Upper Jaw B 1-3 is fitted into
the Upper Jaw A 1-2, as shown.
Test-fit the large rectangular peg
on part 1-3 into the corresponding
rectangular recess on the underside
of part 1-2. Apply a little superglue
to the peg and secure the parts
firmly together.

PB 1
ASSEMBLY GUIDE
2-1 2-2 2-4 2-3
2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8
2-9 2-10 2-11
In this kit you will assemble the lower jaw pieces and
parts of the retractable jaw.
KIT 2: THE LOWER JAW
PARTS SUPPLIED
Ref. Name Qty
2-1 Lower Jaw A 1
2-2 Lower Jaw B 1
2-3 Lateral Lower Jaw A (left) 1
2-4 Lateral Lower Jaw B (right) 1
2-5 Retractable Jaw 1 1
2-6 Retractable Jaw 2 1
Ref. Name Qty
2-7 Retractable Jaw 3 1
2-8 Retractable Jaw Gearbox 1
2-9 Connecting Pin 1
2-10 Spring A 1
2-11 Screws 2.3x6mm 3*
* A spare screw is also supplied in case of loss or damage.

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The Retractable Jaw Gearbox 2-8
is also needed in this step. Turn the
Jaw assembly over and firmly push
the rectangular peg on the Gearbox
2-8 into the matching recess in Jaw
part 2-5;this is a push fit connection.
Keep the assembly safely aside until it
is needed in the next kit.
Next, take Retractable Jaw part 2-5,
the Spring 2-10 and two 2.3x6mm
screws 2-11 and arrange them as
shown. Push one end of the Spring
2-10 onto the cross shaped peg
inside Jaw 2-5. Join the two halves
of the Retractable Jaw together
taking care that the other end of the
Spring 2-10 fits into the circular
recess in Jaw part 2-7. Secure
the two parts together using two
2.3x6mm screws 2-11.
1
3
2
2-6
2-7
2-9
2-7
2-6
2-5
2-5
2-6
2-7
2-8
2-10
2-11
2-11
KIT 2: THE LOWER JAW
Place parts 2-6, 2-7 and 2-9 on
the work surface, as shown. The
Retractable Jaw 2-6 fits between
the end of Jaw part 2-7. Align the
holes in the two parts and push the
Connecting Pin 2-9 through the
holes to join the parts together.

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Take the Lower Jaw parts 2-1 and
2-2. Note how the rectangular peg on
Jaw 2-2 ts into the matching recess
on Lower part 2-1. Apply a little glue
in the recess and press the two parts
rmly together. Make sure the parts are
secured together before continuing.
KIT 2: THE LOWER JAW
4
2-2
2-1
5
2-1
2-3
EXPERT ADVICEEXPERT ADVICE
Protect painted parts from damage during
assembly by working on a cutting mat or a
sheet of cardboard. To clean components,
use a soft, dry cloth so as not to damage your
Xenomorph. Remove dust from intricate items
using a soft brush.
The Lower Lateral Jaw 2-3
is fitted to the left side of
the Jaw 2-1. There are five
circular sockets on Jaw part
2-1 into which pegs on Jaw
2-3 fit. Jaw part 2-1 may
need to be bent slighty for
the pegs to align. As part
2-3 will need to be removed
in a later issue, do not glue
in place. If necessary, use a
small piece of masking tape
to temporarily hold the part
in place.

4PB
KIT 2 IS COMPLETE
6
2-1
2-4
Work has now been done on the retractable jaw
along with other parts of the lower jaw. To keep
the parts of your model in perfect condition, avoid
contact with other objects and keep them in a safe
place out of direct sunlight so they do not warp.
KIT 2: THE LOWER JAW
In a similar way, fit the Lateral Lower
Jaw 2-4 to the right hand side of
the Jaw 2-1. Again, do not glue in
place and if necessary, use a small
piece of masking tape to temporarily
hold the part in place.

ASSEMBLY GUIDE
In this kit you will x the teeth on the lower jaw and continue the
assembly of the upper jaw and skull.
KIT 3:THE SKULL
& JAWBONE
3-1 3-2
3-8
3-12
3-15
3-13 3-14
3-9 3-10 3-11
3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7
3-16
PARTS SUPPLIED
Ref. Name Qty.
3-1 Upper Middle Skull 1
3-2 Mandible 1
3-3 Lower Tooth 1 1
3-4 Lower Tooth 2 1
3-5 Lower Tooth 3 1
3-6 Lower Tooth 4 1
3-7 Lower Tooth 5 1
3-8 Lower Tooth 6 1
Ref. Name Qty.
3-9 Lower Tooth 7 1
3-10 Retractable Jaw Frame 1
3-11 Retractable Jaw Frame Cover 1
3-12 Printed Circuit Board A 1
3-13 Battery Connector 1
3-14 Motor with Cable 1
3-15 Screws 2.3x6mm 15*
3-16 Screws 2x6mm 3*
*A spare screw of each type is supplied in case of loss or damage.
1

1
2
3-9 (7)
3-8 (6)
3-7 (5)
3-3 (1)
3-4 (2)
3-5 (3)
3-6 (4)
2-2
2-2
ASSEMBLY ADVICEASSEMBLY ADVICE
The teeth are individually embossed
with a number to help identify them.
3-3 (1) 3-4 (2) 3-5 (3) 3-6 (4) 3-7 (5) 3-8 (6) 3-9 (7)
KIT 3: THE SKULL & JAWBONE
Take the previously assembled Lower
Jaw 2-2 as shown above and test-t
the Teeth 3-7 (5), 3-8 (6) and 3-9
(7) into the right hand side of the jaw.
When you are happy with the t, apply
a small amount of glue to their sockets
in part 2-2 and secure them rmly in
place. Then glue the incisor teeth 3-6
(4) into the socket at the front.
In a similar way to the previous step,
t the remaining teeth 3-3 (1),3-4 (2)
and 3-5(3) into their corresponding
sockets in the Lower Jaw 2-2.
2

3
KIT 3: THE SKULL & JAWBONE
3
3-2
2-1
Turn over the Lower Jaw 2-1 and
have the mandible 3-2 ready.
Locate the seven holes in the jaw
assembly 2-1/2-2; there are four
on the underside, one at the front
and two at the side. After test tting
the Mandible 3-2, apply a little glue
to each of the holes and secure the
Mandible in place (see the picture in
the ‘Kit 3 Complete’ box on page 5).
You may nd that you need to stretch
the Mandible slightly for it to t and
hold it in place until the glue sets.
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3-14
2-8
2-7
2-5
2-6
3-16
3-16
Take the Retractable Jaw assembly
from the previous kit and place the
Motor with Cable 3-14 between the
mounting points of the Retractable
Jaw Gearbox 2-8. Ensure the drive
on the Motor engages fully with
the corresponding socket on the
Gearbox. If it doesn’t, slowly pull the
Retractable Jaw in or out to move the
Gearbox socket until the Motor drive
engages properly. Use two 2x6mm
screws 3-16 to t the Motor to the
side of the Gearbox, as shown.

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KIT 3: THE SKULL & JAWBONE
7
3-1
1-1
3-15
Take the Skull assembly 1-1,
constructed in Kit 1 and the Upper
Middle Skull 3-1 and lay them
upside down on your work surface.
Align the holes where the two parts
fit together and join them using two
2.3x6mm screws 3-15.
56
2-8
3-10
3-15
3-15 3-15
3-11
3-10
Place the Retractable Jaw Frame 3-10
facing upwards on your work surface.
Fit the Retractable Jaw Gearbox 2-8
in place, aligning the screw holes and
sockets, as shown. Use four 2.3x6mm
screws 3-15 to secure the parts
together.
Fit the Retractable Jaw Frame Cover
3-11 onto the four raised screw
sockets on part 3-10. Note that the
raised ‘H’ shaped feature is on the
underside of Cover 3-11. Secure
in place using four 2.3x6mm screws
3-15, as shown.

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EXPERT ADVICEEXPERT ADVICE
The Printed Circuit Board
and the Battery
Connector provided with
this kit will not be used
during this part of the as-
sembly. Be careful to keep
these pieces in a safe,
dust-free place until they
are needed.
KIT 3 IS COMPLETE
8
3-10
2-6
1-1
3-15
With the Retractable Jaw assembly
3-10 held upside down, locate the
four clear raised screw sockets at the
front of the Skull assembly 1-1. Align
the screw holes on the Retractable
Jaw assembly with the raised screw
sockets on the skull and secure in
place using four 2.3x6mm screws
3-15.
KIT 3: THE SKULL & JAWBONE

ASSEMBLY GUIDE
In this kit you’ll construct one of the shins and complete the
retractable jaw of the Xenomorph.
KIT 4:THE TIBIA &
RETRACTABLE JAW
4-1 4-2 4-3
4-4 4-5
4-6 4-7 4-8
PARTS SUPPLIED
Ref. Name Qty.
4-1 Tibia 1 1
4-2 Tibia 2 1
4-3 Connector 1
4-4 Calf Skin 1
Ref. Name Qty.
4-5 Pipe 1
4-6 Calf Protection 1
4-7 Magnets 8
4-8 Screws 2.3x6mm 3*
* A spare screw is also supplied in case of loss or damage.
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KIT 4: THE TIBIA & RETRACTABLE JAW
1
3
4
2
It is very important that the
Magnets 4-7 are tted
the same way up with their
polarity in the same direction.
To help do this, mark the
magnets as described in the
following steps. You will need
a permanent marker pen (not
supplied).
Continue this process until all eight
Magnets 4-7 have been marked in
this way and are laid out. You will nd
that when their polarity is orientated
the same way, they will repel each
other when they are moved around
the work surface.
Place the pile of Magnets 4-7
on the work surface and mark
the top Magnet. It doesn’t
matter which way up the pile
is to start with, they just need
to be the same way up when
they are tted.
Once the ink has dried,
gently slide the rst Magnet
4-7 off the top of the pile
and mark the next.
4-7
4-7
4-7
4-7

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5
6
7
4-7
4-7
4-7
4-7
4-1
4-1
4-3
4-2
4-7
4-7
4-7
4-7
4-4
4-2
4-8
KIT 4: THE TIBIA & RETRACTABLE JAW
Take the Tibias 4-1 and 4-2 and
place them on your work surface.
When tting the Magnets, it is essential
that they are all the same way up
(same polarity). The Magnets 4-7
need to be tted with the side that
you have marked facing upwards (see
inset). Apply a little glue to each of the
four recesses and rmly secure the
Magnets 4-7 into them, as shown.
Again, the marked side should be
facing upwards.
The two parts of the Tibia 4-1 and
4-2 are joined together using the
Connector 4-3. Fit the connector
into the oval recess formed at the
join and secure in place using two
2.3x6mm screws 4-8.
Turn the Calf Skin 4-4 upside down
and note the four circular recesses
for the magnets, as shown. The
Magnets 4-7 are fitted the same
way up as in step 5 with the marked
side facing upwards (see inset). Glue
the Magnets 4-7 in place.
4-7

8
9
4-1
4-7 4-2
4-4
4-7
4-6
4-5
KIT 4: THE TIBIA & RETRACTABLE JAW
The Magnets hold the Calf
Skin to the Tibia. Place the
Tibia 4-1/4-2 on top of
the Calf Skin 4-4 making
sure you align the Magnets
4-7 on each piece. Keep
the parts safely aside.
Test-fit the Pipe 4-5 into
the grooves of the Calf
Protection 4-6. When
you are happy with the
fit, apply a little glue to
the tabs on Pipe 4-5 and
secure in place.
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