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- Page 1 F1 in Schools Race System User Guide 59916 V0716...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
F1 Race System User Guide Table of Contents Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . -
Page 4: Package Contents
Package Contents Figure 1 2 black ABS line anchors* 2 finish detector pigtails Spool of monofilament line (51817)** 70-foot DIN cable 2 six-inch strips of Velcro material 25-pin, 10-foot cable ® Start mat* Control box Start gate 2 launch pods Finish gate 2 launch triggers (1 red and 1 black) 4 gate supports... -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the F1 in Schools Race System, an innovative tool for racing student-designed F1 dragsters . The Race System’s quality construction ensures it will be a dynamic part of a fun activity . Pitsco has been providing teachers and students with exciting science and technology products for years . -
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
(Figure 8) . Other Track? If you have another track, such as the metal EL 80 track, please call Customer Service at 800-358-4983 to learn how to use the F1 in Schools Race System with your track . Figure 8 59916 V0716... -
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
To put the pods in the uncocked position, make sure the switch on the side of each pod is flipped in the horizontal position . 3 . Switch on the F1 in Schools Race System by turning on the power switch on top of the control box . The displays on the start gate should light . -
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
The finish gate indicates the winning lane with a pair of blinking red lights . The start gate displays both race times in the windows labeled “Finish Time .” The winning time will flash (Figure 18) . Figure 18 F1 in Schools Race System 59324 V0716... -
Page 13: Launch Practice
Launch Practice The F1 in Schools Race System 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 F1 in Schools Race System, with its low-voltage electronics and launcher safety levers, is an extremely safe racing system . Noise level tests indicate the system does not pose a danger of caus- ing hearing damage (21 peak decibels at one foot away from launch pods) . Still, the following safety rules should be read and strictly followed to prevent injury and car damage . - Page 16 P.O. Box 1708 • Pittsburg, KS 66762 www.pitsco.com Toll-Free Orders 800-835-0686...
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