Spirit STRAWMAN User manual

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PARTS:
Assembly and Operating Instructions
WARNING: Do not turn prop on until fully assembled.
Stay clear of the prop while operating.
Keep all plastic and wire parts away from children.
*AC Adapter Spec
Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz
Output: 5.9V 2.0A
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STRAWMAN
A. Base
B. Knee Poles x 2
C. Poles x 2
D. Body Frame
E. Shoulder Frame
F. Neck Pole
G. Adapter
M. Collar
N. Hat
O. Shirt
P. Rope Belt
Q. Pants H. Boots x 2
I. Foam Tubes x 2
J. Left Arm
K. Right Arm
L. Head

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ASSEMBLY
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1. Note: Throughout the instruc-
tions, Left and Right are from
the character's point of view.
Attach the (B) Knee Poles to
the poles available on the (A)
Base using the available quick
connect push buttons and
pre-drilled holes as shown in
Figure 1.
2. Slide the (H) Boots onto the
(B) Knee Poles and let them rest
on the (A) Base as shown in
Figure 2.
3. Attach the (C) Poles to the
(B) Knee Poles using the
available quick connect push
buttons and pre-drilled holes as
shown in Figure 3.
4. Slide the (I) Foam Tubes over
the (B, C) Poles as shown in
Figure 4.
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5. Slip each pant leg of the (Q)
Pants over the (I) Foam Tubes
as shown in Figure 5. Make sure
the (C) Poles emerge from the
top of the (Q) Pants.
6. Attach the (D) Body Frame
to the (C) Poles using the
available quick connect push
buttons and pre-drilled holes
as shown in Figure 6.
7. Bring the (Q) Pants up over
the hoop available on the (D)
Body Frame as shown in Figure
7.
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9. Slip the (O) Shirt onto the
(D) Body Frame so that the
opening of the (O) Shirt is
facing the back as shown in
Figure 9.
10. Slide the prongs of the (E)
Shoulder Frame into the
housings available at the top of
the (D) Body Frame as shown in
Figure 10.
11. Attach the (F) Neck Frame to
the (D) Body Frame using the
available quick connect push
button and pre-drilled hole as
shown in Figure 11.
12. Slide the (J) Left Arm up the
left sleeve of the (O) Shirt as
shown in Figure 12.
Right Left
Back
Front
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8. Now, plug in the adapter,
step pad (optional), and
external speaker (optional) into
the Function Control Box as
shown in Figure 8.

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13. Set the forked hook of the
(J) Left Arm into the housing on
the left side of the (D) Body
Frame as shown in Figure 13.
14. Slide the (K) Right Arm up
the right sleeve of the (O) Shirt
as shown in Figure 14.
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15. Set the forked hook of the (K)
Right Arm into the housing on
the right side of the (D) Body
Frame as shown in Figure 15.
16. Attach the sleeves of the (O)
Shirt to the wrists of the (J, K)
Arms using the available hook
and loop closures as shown in
Figure 16.
17. Set the (M) Collar over the
(F) Neck Pole as shown in
Figure 17.
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18. Set the pole at the bottom
of the (L) Head into the (F)
Neck Pole and secure in place
by tightening the thumbscrew
with a clockwise twist as shown
in Figure 18. Do not overtighten
the screw.
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22. Close the back of the (O)
Shirt using the available hook
and loop closures as shown in
Figure 22.
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21. Connect all cables from the
Function Control Box to their
corresponding cables by color
and shape as shown in Figure 21.
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19. Attach the (M) Collar to the
(L) Head by using the available
hook and look closures as
shown in Figure 19.
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20. Attach the Sensor to the inside
of the (O) Shirt using the available
hook and loop closure as shown in
Figure 20.
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23. Place the (N) Hat onto the
(L) Head and secure in place
using the available hook and
loop closures as shown in
Figure 23.
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24. Tie the (P) Rope Belt around
the waist of the Strawman with
any preferred knot as shown in
Figure 24.
Your Strawman is now complete.
Plug in and turn on to let the fun
begin!
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Follow steps 1 through 8 on
the installation instructions
first, then:
29. Connect one of the tran-
sponders to the prop by
inserting the wire of the tran-
sponder into the jack labeled
"TRY ME" on the Function
Control Box as shown in
Figure 29.
30. Flip the switch on the
transponder to the ON position.
Click the button on the
Multi-Prop Remote that
matches the letter on the
transponder to activate the
prop as shown in Figure 30.
Follow steps 1 through 8 on
the installation instructions
first, then:
31. Install 4 D Batteries into
the Spirit Battery Adapter as
shown in Figure 31.
32. Connect the wire from the
Spirit Battery Adapter to the
5.9V 2.0A adapter port on the
Function Control Box as shown
in Figure 32.
Turn the switch on Battery
Adapter to the ON position to
power the prop.
STEP PAD
INPUT
ADAPTER
INPUT
OPTIONAL MULTI-PROP REMOTE SETUP OPTIONAL BATTERY ADAPTER SETUP
STEP PAD
INPUT
OPTIONAL STEP PAD SETUP OPTIONAL EXTERNAL SPEAKER SETUP
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Follow steps 1 through 8 on the
installation instructions first,
then:
25. Connect the wire from the
optional Step Pad or Try Me Button
to the jack labeled “TRY ME” on the
Function Control Box as shown in
Figure 25.
26. Step on the Step Pad or Try
Me Button to activate the prop
as shown in Figure 26.
Step Pads (SKU #01181288) and
Try Me Button (SKU #01405943)
are sold separately and can be
purchased in-store and online at
www.SpiritHalloween.com
27. This prop's sound can be
played through an external
speaker (sold separately). To use
this feature, follow steps 1
through 8 on the installation
instructions first, then: 1. Connect
the wire from your external
speaker to the jack labeled
“SPEAKER” on the Function
Control Box as shown in Figure 27.
28. Adjust the volume level to
your preference as shown in
Figure 28.
Note: Use external speakers with
an impedance of 8 ohms only.
VOLUME
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
SPEAKER
JACK
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
1. The infrared sensor distance and ambient temperature are directly related. When the body temperature (98.6° F) is different to the ambient
air temperature, the infrared sensor distance will be farther. When the body emperature (98.6° F) is close to the ambient air temperature, the
infrared sensor distance will be shorter.
2. Do not use this item in an environment where air currents are caused by a window, air conditioning, or air outlet.
3. Do not have the infrared sensor face a direct source of heat such as a heater.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION WARNINGS
Battery installation should be performed by an adult.
• Use only batteries recommended in the instructions.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, rechargeable, standard,
or different types of batteries.
• Be mindful to insert batteries with correct polarity as indicated.
• Remove all exhausted batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from prop
before being charged.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• This product is designed for indoor or covered porch
use only and should not be placed outdoors
subject to the weather.
• This item is not a toy. For decoration only.
• Choking hazard due to small parts.
• Keep all plastic and wire parts away from children.
• This product is intended for use by persons
15 years of age and older. Not intended for use
by children ages 14 and under.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver, connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult
the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Care and Storage Instructions
For best performance operate your item indoors. When not in use, store this
product in its original packaging. Keep away from heat and moisture.
• Please use the transformer supplied by manufacturer.
• Please assemble item according to instructions. Connect all wires
according to matching color.
• Children should be supervised by adults. The item should not be grabbed, as it becomes a
tipping hazard. Keep all away from the transformer, as it heats up during operation.
Trouble Shooting Steps
• Be sure to assemble on a flat surface.
• Only use the power adapter that came with this item.
• Make sure all cables are connected securely before operation. NOTE that cables are
color-coded and could affect function if not connected correctly.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug the Power Adapter into a standard power outlet and adjust the settings on the Function
Control Box to your liking.
2. Strawman has 3 operation settings which can be found on the main Function Control Box on the
(D) Body Frame:
• Sensor: This switch mode will activate lights, sound, and animation when the Infra-red (IR) sensor is
activated and will operate for 1 audio-cycle with each activation. The Infra-red (IR) sensor has a range
of up to 2 m/6.5 ft. and will activate when someone comes within an 80-degree angle from
left-to-right, as well as from above and below.
• “ ” On: This switch mode will continuously operate the lights, sound, and animation of the item.
• “ ” Off/"Try Me": This switch mode allows the item to be activated only if triggered by using a
Step Pad or Try Me Button (Not included). The item will operate for one audio cycle with each Try Me
activation. Refer to Assembly Instructions in Step 8 for further details.
• “ ” Volume: Raise or lower the volume using the volume control turn dial, turn all the way
down to turn the volume off.