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- Page 1 Young Explorer set-up guide A step-by-step building, installation, and reference guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Test the computer 3. Little Tikes Young Explorer Assembly and Setup Manual ... . . 6 4. Helpful Resources ..........26... -
Page 3: Introduction
This guide was created by the IBM Corporate Community Relations Department to provide comprehensive advice with assembling and using a Young Explorer. It is intended to be used in conjunction with a copy of the Little Tikes Young Explorer Instruction Manual (standard instruction manual) that is included with the equipment, and makes many references to instructions shown in the manual. -
Page 4: Things To Consider Before You Begin
• The plastic screws need a lot of elbow grease to get them into the furniture—donʼt give up. They will eventually go in. • In a few rare cases, a drill bit has been needed to make holes for the plastic screws. Having Young Explorer set-up guide page 4... - Page 5 2.3 Inventory • Using page two of the Little Tikes Young Explorer Instruction Manual, take inventory of the Young Explorer parts and PC parts. 2.4 Test the computer. • Set up the computer and test it. Donʼt wait until everything is together and nesting in the Little Tikes plastic housing to see if it works.
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Page 6: Little Tikes Young Explorer Assembly And Setup Manual
3. Little Tikes Young Explorer Assembly and Setup Manual Young Explorer™ Computer Center Ages 3-7 years Adult assembly required Tools needed: Pliers, hammer, Phillips ® screw- driver, safety glasses, a 7/16” socket and ratchet. Also, it is highly recommended to have a drill or an electric screwdriver (cordless preferred). - Page 7 Furniture assembly complete Young Explorer set-up guide page 7...
- Page 8 Upper grommet (4) Keyboard bezel (5711) Lower grommet (4) Keyboard bezel (5727) Washer (4) Guide rail (3) 1 7/8” bolt (4) Door (2) Plastic fastener (9) Left mouse pad Right mouse pad Strap (2) Caster (4) Young Explorer set-up guide page 8...
- Page 9 1 7/8” screws (Z). Secure (Z) screws * Numbers in red brackets which appear after the text correspond to the step numbers in the technical manual that came in the box with this product. Young Explorer set-up guide page 9...
- Page 10 Using a hammer, install bushings (CC) into brackets in cabinet lower panel ). Make sure bushings (CC) go all the way through holes in brackets (H). Bushings (CC) Secure bushings Press caster into bushings (CC). Casters (T) Young Explorer set-up guide page 10...
- Page 11 Then the top cover just snaps over the screw head once it is all the way in. Front wall (A) Install (Z) screws w/covers Install (Z) screws Install (AA) screws w/covers Install (AA) screws w/covers Young Explorer set-up guide page 11...
- Page 12 Slide shelf on until it pops in place. (This will take some effort.) Shelf (B) With unit on its back, install four 1 7/8” screws through brackets into shelf (B). Screws (Z) Young Explorer set-up guide page 12...
- Page 13 Install upper and lower grommets (DD & EE) into metal plate (J) and all three [13] guide rails. Metal Plate (J) (DD) (EE) Install grommets (DD & EE) Secure bolts/ washers (GG) Young Explorer set-up guide page 13...
- Page 14 ). Your computer will be one of two styles: desktop or tower (refer to diagram). When inserting desktop style, make sure the vent holes are at the top. desktop style tower style Metal Plate Young Explorer set-up guide page 14...
- Page 15 ). Fasten each buckle and pull down on both straps to tighten. Metal plate tab Ring Buckle front/back Insert cabinet back panel into cabinet lower panel (C). Lower panel Back panel Young Explorer set-up guide page 15...
- Page 16 Secure both panels with six 3 1/4” screws (AA) Insert cabinet upper panel (E). with covers (BB). Upper panel (E) Install (AA) screws with covers Young Explorer set-up guide page 16...
- Page 17 (B). [20] Mouse pads (Q&R) Shelf (B) Keyboard support Young Explorer Keyboard Installation. Place keyboard on top of keyboard support (G). Route keyboard cable through channel on shelf and into cabinet. [21a] Cable Keyboard support Young Explorer set-up guide...
- Page 18 [21b] Plastic fasteners (HH) Keyboard bezel Both the child-friendly “membrane” keyboard, and a Standard Keyboard Installation standard keyboard may be used with the Young Explorer. 5727 o use the standard keyboard skip steps 18a &18b . Use part (LL) instead of (L) and assemble as shown.
- Page 19 Otherwise your monitor will always be on. Make sure you can get to the power strip to shut it off at the end of the day. Young Explorer set-up guide page 19...
- Page 20 Place power strip behind computer in the cabinet and route power cord out opening in cabi- net back panel (D). [26] Opening in cabinet upper panel Monitor cable Opening in back panel (D) Power strip: Plug in PC, monitor, and speakers into power source. Young Explorer set-up guide page 20...
- Page 21 : When routing cables, be careful to keep wires untangled and organized. Using twist ties to wrap ® up extra wire will make your Young Explorer safer, and it will also make any access to the back cabinet easier in the long run.
- Page 22 Slide lock nut on, then cam ). Orient cam as shown. Secure with lock screw (X). [15] Lock barrel Lock nut see figure below, right Lock screw Door Secure lock screw (X) in lock barrel Young Explorer set-up guide page 22...
- Page 23 Insert bottom of peg on door into cabinet back panel and pop the upper peg in place. Repeat for opposite door. Cabinet back panel Door (N) insert bottom peg pop in top peg Young Explorer set-up guide page 23...
- Page 24 Place monitor bezel on and move monitor to fit behind bezel. Secure monitor bezel with four plastic fasteners (HH) using Phillips ® screwdriver. Plastic fasteners (HH) Young Explorer set-up guide page 24...
- Page 25 Move computer center to location where it will be used and lock casters. Lock casters by press- ing down on plastic lever on casters. To unlock, push plastic lever up on casters. Casters Casters Young Explorer set-up guide page 25...
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Page 26: Helpful Resources
2. The CPU, monitor and speakers will turn on. The KidDesk window will automatically start up on your computer. How do I keep my Young Explorer in the best condition? 1. Cover your YE. Dust is harmful to the computer. - Page 27 (which will continue to be active) to search for similar websites and links. If you do not have Internet access from your home or through your organization, please be aware that most public libraries provide Internet access free of charge. Young Explorer set-up guide page 27...
- Page 28 2. Increase or decrease the volume by moving the lever on the volume control. 3. To do this, move the pointer over the lever and hold down the left mouse button. 4. Release the mouse button to hear the volume level. Young Explorer set-up guide page 28...
- Page 29 Please call Hatch at 1-800-624-7968 for technical support, listen for the menu then press 4. Note: Register your Riverdeep Software to receive free technical support!! Fill out and return the postage-paid card found in the Teachersʼ Manual or call 1-800-691-2988. Young Explorer set-up guide page 29...
- Page 30 4.3 Helpful Web sites General educational information Web sites KidSmart Early Learning Program Web site http://www.kidsmartearlylearning.org Guide to early learning and technology for home and school. This web site is helpful for both teachers, and parents. It provides suggestions for effectively integrating technology into the classroom and home.
- Page 31 Education World - Curriculum Article http://www.education-world.com/a_curr/curr218.shtml Article titled, “Teaching the American Revolution: Scaffolding to Success.” Also providesl links to websites related to scaffolding. Schools, Skills, and Scaffolding on the Web http://edweb.sdsu.edu/people/bdodge/scaffolding.html Provides useful information on scaffolding. Young Explorer set-up guide page 31...
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