Elenco Circuit Maker Skill Builder 125 - Manual (Page 2)

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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 the motor (M1) “+” marking is
positioned as per the drawing.
3. Be sure that all connections are securely
snapped.
4. Try replacing the batteries.
ELENCO ® is not responsible for parts
damaged due to incorrect wiring.
Basic Troubleshooting
Note: If you suspect you have damaged parts,
you can follow the Advanced Troubleshooting
procedure on page 8 to determine which ones
need replacing.
WARNING FOR ALL PROJECTS WITH A
SYMBOL
Moving parts. Do not touch the motor or fan
during operation. Do not lean over the motor. Do
not launch the fan at people, animals, or objects.
Eye protection is recommended.
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.
● 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: !
Basic Troubleshooting 1
Parts List 2
How to Use Circuit Maker Skill Builder 125 3
About Your Circuit Maker Skill Builder 125 Parts 4, 5
Introduction to Electricity 6
DOs and DON’Ts of Building Circuits 7
Advanced Troubleshooting 8
Project Listings 9, 10
Projects 1 - 125 11-60
Other Circuit Maker Products 61
Project Shapes 62
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD - Never connect Circuit Maker
Skill Builder 125 to the electrical outlets in your home in any way!
Table of Contents
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD -
Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
!
Conforms to all applicable
U.S. government
requirements.
!
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