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2. Insert the rotor core into the same cap as shown below. Apply some pressure to push the rotor core approximately 1/2" (10-12 mm) into the cap. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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You may do it before attaching the magnets to the rotor. It is recommended to use regular white glue or a glue stick on the labels for better results. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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You can glue different things to the outer flat surface of the plug. Try to be accurate, redo this step if necessary. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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Test the electromagnet! Connect one wire to "+" and another wire to "-" of the battery. If electromagnet is assembled correctly the head of the nail should attract metal objects such as paper clips, small nails, knife blade, etc. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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See the Links page at our web site for tips on soldering. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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Twist the wires as shown in the picture in the bottom row. Use the left or right pictures according to the kit you purchased. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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You should hear the clicking sound when each magnet passes by the reed switch, otherwise move the reed switch a little closer to the magnets. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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Arrows show the current flow for 1.5, 3, and 4.5 Volts settings. Could you trace the current when all 4 batteries are inserted (there is no jumper wire in this case)? Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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Only solder one lead at a time and allow the device to cool before soldering the next connection. The transistor will most likely be extremely hot during this process, be careful not to burn you fingers. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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It is easy to change and control the speed of this motor with only a few additional parts. Experimentation kits allow you to add a speed control unit and conduct other experiments. Assembly instructions for kit #5 All rights reserved. 2001 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
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