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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE #21340 ® LIGHT KIT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Light My Bricks LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 ® INSTALLATION GUIDE Hi There! We’re here to help you get started on the LEGO ® Tales of the Space Age 21340 Light Kit.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® PACKAGE CONTENTS: Individual Bags Mixed Components 1 • 1x Blue 30cm Large Bit Light 4x 6-Port Expansion Board 2x Flicker Effect Board • 1x Orange 30cm Large Bit Light 12x Adhesive Square •...
LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Contents Before You Begin Blueprint Instructions Final Product Troubleshooting Contact CONTENTS...
LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Before You Begin Laying cables in between Connecting Cable and underneath bricks Connectors To Expansion Boards Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO bricks, plates, and tiles providing ®...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Before You Begin Connecting Cable Connecting Micro Cable Connectors To Strip Lights Connectors To Micro Expansion Board Ports Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors Take extra care when inserting the can be inserted only one way.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Before You Begin Installing Bit Lights Under Lego® Bricks And Plates When installing Bit Lights under LEGO ® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO studs or in between.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Before You Begin The Symbols Used In This Guide Connect Turn/ Flip When going through the following guide you will Used when you need to Will be found in the top left come across symbols and formats that will assist connect a LEGO piece or LMB corner when the set needs to...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Before You Begin General Note Repeat Step NOTE This is a sample note that is Repeat the previous step eg. used anywhere in this guide. It Make a spotlight, then make a Take the 5cm Connecting Cable will explain a difficult section from the 4-Port Micro Expansion...
LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® INSTRUCTIONS To ensure a smooth installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Warm White 15cm Large Bit Light INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud - White INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® NOTE Connect the 5cm Connecting Cable into the “IN” port of the Flicker Effects Board. 6-Port Expansion Board Flicker Effects Board NOTE Connect the Bit Light cable into the “OUT”...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Plate, Round 1x1 with Bar Handle - Black 2x Plate 1x1 - Black Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud Blue 30cm Large Bit Light Tile, Modified 1x1 with Open O Clip - Black - Black Plate, Modified 1x2 with 1 Stud with Groove...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Bracket 1x2 - 1x2 Inverted - Black INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® USB Power Cable NOTE Ensure the Bit Light cable is tight when the white round plate is stuck down. 2x Adhesive Square 15cm Connecting Cable 2x Adhesive Square INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® NOTE Exclude the USB Power Cable when twisting the rest of the cables. NOTE Connect to a 5V USB Power Bank, 5V USB Wall Adaptor, or USB to AA Battery Pack (sold separately) NOTE Ensure the 15cm Connecting...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Cool White 15cm Large Bit Light Plate 1x2 - Trans-Clear INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Cool White 15cm Large Bit Light Plate 1x2 - Trans-Clear 2x Plate 2x2 - Dark Bluish Grey INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 6-Port Expansion Board 2x Plate 1x1 - Black Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud Orange 30cm Bit Light - Black INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Plate, Round 1x1 with Bar Handle Bracket 1x2 - 1x2 Inverted - Black - Black Tile, Modified 1x1 with Open O Clip - Black Plate, Modified 1x2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Bottom Stud Holder (Jumper) - Black INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® NOTE Connect the 15cm Connecting Cable from the Blue Frame to the Orange Frame 6-Port Expansion Board. INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 15cm Connecting Cable 2x Adhesive Square NOTE Connect to a 5V USB Power Bank, 5V USB Wall Adaptor, or USB to AA Battery Pack (sold separately) INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® White 15cm Bit Light Plate, Round 1x1 - Trans-Clear INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 6-Port Expansion Board INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® White 15cm Bit Light Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud - Trans-Orange INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Flicker Effects Board NOTE Connect the Bit Light cable into the “OUT” port of the Flicker Effects Board. 5cm Connecting Cable NOTE Connect the 5cm Connecting Cable into the “IN” port of the Flicker Effects Board.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 2x Plate 1x1 - Black Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud Pink 30cm Large Bit Light Tile, Modified 1x1 with Open O Clip - Black - Black Plate, Modified 1x2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Bottom Stud Holder (Jumper) - Black Plate, Round 1x1 with Bar Handle Bracket 1x2 - 1x2 Inverted - Black...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 2x Adhesive Square 15cm Connecting Cable 2x Adhesive Square INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® NOTE Connect to a 5V USB Power Bank, 5V USB Wall Adaptor, or USB to AA Battery Pack (sold separately) INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Cool White 15cm Bit Light INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Plate 1x2 - Trans-Clear Plate 1x2 - Trans-Clear Cool White 15cm Bit Light INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 6-Port Expansion Board INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Plate, Round 1x1 with Bar Handle - Black 2x Plate 1x1 - Black Plate, Round 1x1 with Open Stud Green 30cm Large Bit Light Tile, Modified 1x1 with Open O Clip - Black - Black Plate, Modified 1x2 with 1 Stud with Groove...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Bracket 1x2 - 1x2 Inverted - Black INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® 2x Adhesive Square INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT POWER ON TEST CONNECT DIRECTIONAL BEND / PIVOT TURN / FLIP TWIST / BRAID NOTE ICON...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® NOTE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify Connect to a 5V USB Power where the fault lies (with the light or Bank, 5V USB Wall Adaptor, or...
LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® FINAL PRODUCT This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks LEGO Tales of the Space Age 21340 Light Kit. ® FINAL PRODUCT...
LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® TROUBLESHOOTING Light My Bricks lighting To prevent unnecessary If you are experiencing kits contain individual damage to components, issues with your Light components that are very we highly recommend that...
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Troubleshooting Firstly, ensure that the Check for AA batteries batteries have power using a using the AA battery pack battery charge gauge. Inside the battery pack are symbols indicating which direction the AA battery If the batteries have no power, should be inserted.
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TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Troubleshooting Check Your Wires In order for Light My Bricks components to fit If the wiring is detached from the LED itself, the in between and underneath LEGO bricks, the light will not operate.
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LEGO TALES OF THE SPACE AGE 21340 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE ® Troubleshooting Check Your Expansion Board A short circuit can also result in overheating of the board, cable or Ports/ Strip Light Ports / batteries. If you suspect a short circuit, Effects Board Ports DISCONNECT POWER IMMEDIATELY Batteries can fail, catch fire, or even...
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