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  • Page 1 Daedalus Spinning Wheels Whirligig...
  • Page 3 Congratulations on purchasing the Daedalus Whirligig, and welcome to the Flock. We at Daedalus couldn’t be more thrilled that you decided to trust us with your fiber tool purchase. The Whirligig was designed as an electric two-skein winder that doubles as a swift with an electric counter.
  • Page 4 Whirligig Ready for Assembly , (10) M5x16 Bolts, (5) Arms Wall Power Supply 15V 5 amp , Sensor Magnet, (3) Legs, (4) 3/4” Cup Hooks, (3) M4x8, (3) M5x16 M4x8, M5x16, M3x30...
  • Page 5 Feel free to use your own tools if they are more comfortable for you, but please do not use electric tools. We recommend assembling in a well lit room, and extra light may be beneficial. , Top Plate (5) Arm Posts (5) Arm Post Knobs, Axle, (10) M3x30, (5) Whorl Pieces Rear Axle Spacer Front Axle Spacer...
  • Page 6 Step 1 - Legs Hardw are • (3) M4x8 Bolts • (3) M5x16 Bolts 3d Printed Parts • (3) Legs Tools • 2.5 mm Allen Wrench • 3 mm Allen Wrench Instructions Check the bottom of all four With the Main Leg upside legs to ensure they still have down, place one of the Legs their Rubber Feet.
  • Page 7 Using (1) M5x16 Bolt and the Attach the other two Legs in the 3 mm Allen Wrench, screw the same manner with the other (2) M5x16 Bolts. Bolts should be bottom of the leg to the Main Leg post. Some creaking may recessed when tightened.
  • Page 8 On the Main Leg, you will screw in one hook. On the Right Leg, screw in one hook. The hooks on the main and right legs will act as tension when using the Whirligig as a Swift. Make sure the tension hooks are horizontal, facing away from the center post. The guide...
  • Page 9 Step 3 - Insert Axle Hardw are Tools • Axle • 3mm Allen Wrench Instructions Insert Axle into the hole in the Tighten the (4) M5x16 Bolts side of the Top Plate. Use your that are already in place by one hands to apply even force from full turn in the Top Plate, using both sides to ensure Axle goes...
  • Page 10 Step 4 - Assemble Head Hardw are • (5) M5x16 Bolts • (10) M3x30 Bolts 3d Printed Parts • (5) Arms • (5) Whorl Pieces Tools • 2.5 mm Allen Wrench • 3 mm Allen Wrench Instructions Place Hub on surface with Place an Arm on the Hub.
  • Page 11 Using (4) M5x16 Bolt and the Pick up a Whorl Piece and place 3 mm Allen Wrench, attach M3x30 Bolts in both holes. the other four Arms. A small Using your fingers, screw the amount of creaking should be bolts through the piece far expected.
  • Page 12 Step 5 - Mount Head Hardw are • Lock Ring/Grub Screw 3d Printed Parts • Rear Axle Spacer • Front Axle Spacer Tools • 2mm Allen Wrench Instructions Place Rear Axle Spacer with the Pick up the Head and slide it onto the Axle with the Sensor Magnet and non-tapered end going toward the Top Plate.
  • Page 13 Use both hands to ensure the Place the Front Axle Spacer Head is pushed in all the way. onto the Axle with the tapered side going toward the Bearing in the Hub. Place the Lock Ring onto the When the Axle has been Axle.
  • Page 14 Step 6 - Finishing Hardw are • (5) M5x16 Bolts 3d Printed Parts • (5) Arm Posts • (5) Arm Post Knobs Tools • 3mm Allen Wrench Instructions Using (5) M5x16 Bolt and the 3mm Allen Wrench, finish securing the Arms to the Hub. (There is one bolt per Arm.)
  • Page 15 Screw (5) Arm Posts onto the ends of the Arms using the provided (5) Arm Post Knobs. Knob shown at its furthest To create a 1.5-yard skein, location in the Arm’s slot. This is simply loosen the Arm Post for making a 2-yard skein. Knobs and slide them down onto the bump for alignment and tighten down.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Before operating, we highly recommend reading over the manual as well as watching our videos on how to use the Whirligig. Simply scan this QR code with your mobile device’s camera or go to https://www.youtube.com/@daedalusspinningwheels.
  • Page 18 Skeiner Mode When using the Whirligig as a skeiner, install driveband over the Motor Pinion and around the whorl. Make sure the speed knob is turned all the way down (counterclockwise) and then plug in the...
  • Page 19 If using the loop method, remove the loops if you plan on removing the yarn in swift mode later.) Make sure the space around the Whirligig is clear, and slowly turn the speed knob clockwise to set the Whirligig in motion.
  • Page 20 Most likely you’ll be adding some skein ties in three or four places around your skein and pulling it off the arm posts. Testing showed that you can usually simply slide the yarn off without having to move an arm post to release it, especially if you move the skein over in one or two motions.
  • Page 21 The yarn counter can be used to precisely measure your yardage. The left button is for power, and the right button is to reset the count. Simply multiply the count result by 2 yards (or 1.5 yards). Remember to power off the Whirligig when done.
  • Page 22 Swift Mode To use Whirligig as a swift, simply remove the rubber motor drive belt. Loosen an arm post knob and slide it down the arm. Place your skein onto the arm posts, and put the first one back in place to properly hold the skein.
  • Page 23 If using the tension belt when slowly starting a ball on Roly-Poly, you can knock the tension belt off of Whirligig once you have reached a more moderate speed. (This is especially true once you have Roly-...

  • Page 24: Tips And Tricks

    You can also hand rotate the head a couple times to ensure your yarn is secure when you start up the Whirligig. • When using the Whirligig as a swift, you may find that you prefer to have the yarn coming from underneath the head or coming from above.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    To clean your Whirligig, please use a lint-free cloth. If needed, dampen the cloth with water only. Please do not use detergents or cleaners. Canned air is recommended for keeping crevices clean of fiber and yarn debris, but be certain to keep the can upright while spraying to avoid damaging the surface of your Whirligig.
  • Page 26 Daedalus Battery All of our Daedalus machines require 15V power. Our official Daedalus Battery can change voltage simply by pressing the power button until 15V appears. The Daedalus Battery uses an 18V 3amp power supply. Do not swap this power supply with any other power supply for any reason.
  • Page 27 Email - Support@daedalusspinningwheels.com Safety Notes & Disclaimer Whirligig is capable of high-energy speeds. Please be mindful of your children and pets by keeping your winder unplugged from power when not in use. This ensures maximum safety when you step away from your winder.
  • Page 28 Daedalus Spinning Wheels Whirligig...