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pitsco IMPULSEG II User Manual

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pitsco will arrange for the return of defective items for evaluation . Qualified Pitsco staff will determine warranty coverage and notify the customer . Items under warranty will be repaired or replaced at Pitsco’s discretion . Customers will be billed for all costs associated with non-warranty items .

  • Page 4: Impulse Package Contents

    Please find the above items in the Impulse GII package . Make sure all components are present and undamaged . Report any missing or damaged items to Pitsco Customer Service at 800-358-4983 . Note: Colors of some hardware items may vary .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    . As we forge ahead in education, we continue to develop and offer innovative products that help students want to learn . Be sure to check the latest Pitsco Ideas & Solutions catalog for other equipment, kits, books, videos, and activities .

  • Page 6: Floor Setup

    Floor Setup 1 . At the start and finish ends of the track location, fasten the black ABS line anchors to the floor with duct tape (Figure 2) . 2 . Locate the spool of monofilament line . Tie a loop in the end of the line –...

  • Page 7: Finish Gate Setup

    Finish Gate Setup 1 . Place the finish gate over both lanes at the finish end of the track . For the elevated track, insert four of the pull pins into the holes on both sides of each finish gate leg . Place the gate on the track so the pins rest on top of the track sides .

  • Page 8: Start Gate Setup

    Start Gate Setup Note: You will need a small table or stable surface on which to place the control box . This surface should be very close to the track . 1 . Plug the 25-pin, 10-foot cable into the port on the back of the start gate (Figure 9) .

  • Page 9: Prelaunch Setup

    5 . Position the cars at the start line . The front of the cars should be aligned with the line . 6 . Insert a Pitsco CO cartridge in each dragster . Make sure the cartridge is fully seated in the car’s cartridge hole .

  • Page 10: Software Installation And Use

    8 . Make sure the finish end is prepared for the launch with towels in place to stop the cars . 9 . Cock the launch pods using the switch on the side of each pod – the switches will be in the vertical position when cocked .

  • Page 11: Manual Launching

    Manual Launching This mode allows competitors to individually fire their own cars . The competitors’ reaction times – or the start times – are a factor in the race . Caution: Do not unplug any of the race system components while using the system .

  • Page 12: Auto Launching

    Auto Launching This mode fires both cars simultaneously . Caution: Do not unplug any of the race system components while using the system . 1 . Set the mode lever on the control box to Auto . 2 . Make sure everyone is clear of the track . 3 .

  • Page 13: Launch Practice

    Launch Practice The Impulse GII can be used to hone launching skills without actually firing cars off the line . This is a useful activity for perfecting the launch technique and reducing reaction time . To conduct a launch practice, skip the entire prelaunch setup process . Proceed with the manual launch as described in Steps 1-4 on page 9 .

  • Page 14: Running A Race

    Running a Race This section will help you run a race efficiently and safely . You should select several responsible individuals to help run the race . Each race team member should be assigned a task and should have a clear understanding of their responsibilities . Also, review the racetrack safety rules on page 13 with the team members .

  • Page 15: Racetrack Safety

    Racetrack Safety The Impulse GII system, with its low-voltage electronics and launcher safety levers, is an extremely safe racing system . Still, the following safety rules should be read and strictly followed to prevent injury and car damage . 1 . Before cocking the launch pods, make sure everyone is clear of the track .
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