PASCO ME-6951 GOcar - Manual

Instruction Sheet
for the PASCO
Model ME-6951
GOcar
012-07421A
12/00
$1.00
© 2000 PASCO scientific
Introduction
The PASCO ME-6951 is an excellent, economical
car for the study of motion and its causes. It features
spring-loaded wheels to prevent damage from drops.
Since precision ball bearings virtually eliminate
friction, student misconceptions caused by “invis-
ible” frictional forces can be overcome. In addition,
the GOcar’s molded polycarbonate body insures that
it will endure the rigors of classroom use. Each end
of the car has two hooks, one on the top and bottom,
for the attachment of strings or springs.
The GOcar was designed to be compatible with
virtually all dynamics cart accessories and
PASCO’s dynamics tracks. Three threaded holes
are provided in the bed of the car for the attach-
ment of accessories. See PASCO’s physics catalog
for a complete listing of compatible accessories.
NOTE: For best results, measure the mass of
the cart with an accurate balance or scale.
Equipment
INCLUDED
• GOcar, ME-6951
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
• PASCO Accessories available for use with
GOcar, please see current catalog.
• PASCO Dynamics Track
WHEEL/AXLE REPLACEMENT SETS, ME-6957
ME-6957 can be purchased separately and installed in
the GOcar with the following instructions:
1. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the
screws and remove the bottom cover plate.
NOTE: The screws that connect the two
halves of the PAScar are thread-forming
screws and may require substantial force to
remove and reinstall.
2. With the car on a stable support, gently lift the
wheel assemblies from the plastic grooves.
NOTE: Be sure to keep the components, such
as springs and nuts in their proper orientation.
Rearranging or moving these items could
change the operational capability of the PAScar.
3. Place the new wheel/axle assemblies over the sus-
pension springs.
4. Place the bottom plastic cover over the wheel/axle
assemblies, such that the vertical grooves on the
cover align over the axles. Align the bottom cover
flush with the frame.
Thread forming
screws
Bottom cover plate
Wheel/axle
assembly(includes
wheel bearings)
Suspension springs