Simple Motors Kit 9 Assembly Instructions Manual

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Assembly Instructions: Kit #9

Kit #9 is essentially Kit #8 where with a simple turn of the knob you can switch between four

different motors:

R – Regular reed switch motor

T – Reed switch motor with the transistor

H – Hall Effect motor

O – Motor with optical control

If you are adding the switch to already assembled Kit #8 please note the revised steps on

attaching the Hall Effect switch and the resistors.

1. Insert the T-pin into one of the caps.

Assembly instructions for kit #9

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Page 1 If you are adding the switch to already assembled Kit #8 please note the revised steps on attaching the Hall Effect switch and the resistors. 1. Insert the T-pin into one of the caps. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 2 The T-pin must be secured firmly. This process may require some strength. Be careful not to bend the T-pin or poke yourself. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 3 Keep in mind that super glue bonds instantly, so try to be as accurate as possible in these procedures. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 4 14. Otherwise, insert the nail into the stand with the green star. If it is loose you may apply glue as shown below. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 5 If one or more do, move the electromagnet back until there is a 1/16" (1.5 mm) gap between the electromagnet and the closest magnet on the rotor. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 6 If you were unable to attach the wire in 3 seconds, let the optointerrupter cool off, and then try it again. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 7 Wire colors shown on the picture are used for reference only. You may use different colors or even one color. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 8 Effect switch stand. Be careful not to break the reed switch, it is very fragile. Twist the wires. Make sure that the reed switch is not centered on the stand and shifted to the side as shown in the pictures. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 9 Hall Effect switch will be controlled by different magnets to reduce the interference. Make sure that the leads of the Hall Effect IC do not touch each other and branded side is facing down. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 10 Check the rotation of the rotor to make sure that the magnets do not hit any of the switches. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 11 (1.5, 3, 4.5, and 6 V DC). You will need 4 AA size batteries. To understand how the jumper wire works let's take a look at the connections inside a typical battery holder: Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 13 After finding the correct connection mark the positive red wire from the battery holder and the wire from the electromagnet – they will be connected together. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 14 Appendix A to have the same letters – it will simplify their identification later. 25. Arrange and route the wires as shown. You may use a scotch tape to hold them in place. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 15 26. The following diagram shows the connection of all the wires to the switch. Note that all the letters are corresponding to the electrical diagram at the end of these instructions (see Appendix A). Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 16 IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO CHECK AND DOUBLE CHECK ALL YOUR CONNECTIIONS! If you connect wrong wires the motors will not work and you may even destroy some electronic parts. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 17 Usually the bracket provides enough heat dissipation for voltages up to 12 Volts. If you plan to experiment with higher voltages you may add a heat sink as shown: Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 18 If you are adding the switch to the Kit #8 you need to drill 2 holes. Hardware is included with the switch. You may also use strong double sided tape. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...
Page 19 If your switch does not work check all the wiring. If one of the motors does not work – check corresponding Troubleshooting section of our web site. Assembly instructions for kit #9 All rights reserved. 2013 Simple Motors, LLC ♦ ♦ www.simplemotor.com...

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