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168N© 2014 ALEX BRANDS: 4280 S Haggerty Road Canton, MI 48188

Sponge

7.  Step on the foot pedal t

o make 

the turntable spin.  If the cla

y is 

rotating stably, adjust the po

sition 

of the shaping blade on the t

ool 

arm.  When you are happy with 

the shape, remove your foot fr

om 

the foot pedal to stop the wheel.

8.  You can use the other shaping t

ools and the spa

tula to add 

lines, rings and spirals to you w

ork.  Use the sponge to smooth 

your clay pot when y

ou are finished.  Remo

ve the turntable 

from the base with the pot on it, and let dry f

or 24 hours.

Once your piece is dry, use the c

ord to remove it from 

the turntable by sliding the c

ord underneath the clay.  

You can decorate your work with mo

saic tiles, glass 

marbles and paint.  C

ontinue to work on your pr

otected 

surface.  You have 6 colors of paint, and y

ou can mix 

them to make new ones.  Mak

e sure to rinse and dry 

your brushes when y

ou change colors.  Let y

our work 

dry again in a ventilated area.

NOTES:

Clean up the pottery wheel car

efully, making sure that water does not g

et into the motor or battery 

compartment.  Save unused cla

y in an airtight plastic bag or c

ontainer.

Adult supervision is r

ecommended.  Do not dry the cr

afts in the microwave or oven.

Paints are water soluble only while w

et.  Dried paint can be r

emoved by an adult with rubbing alc

ohol.  Use 

caution when cle

aning up with rubbing alc

ohol as it is toxic and can ruin s

ome surfaces.

Clay pots are for decorative us

es only.  They are not suitable f

or use with food, liquids or expo

sure to heat.

PARENTS:

Periodically examine toy and A

C adapter for worn and/

or damaged parts.  Replac

e any damaged parts 

to reduce risk of elec

tric shock.

WARNING:

Do not mix old and ne

w batteries.  Do not mix alkaline, standar

d (carbon-zinc) or r

echargeable 

(nickel-cadmium ba

tteries).  Non-rechargeable ba

tteries are not to be recharged.  Only ba

tteries of the same 

or equivalent type as r

ecommended are to be us

ed.  Batteries are to be ins

erted with the correct polarity

.  

Exhausted batteries are to be r

emoved from the toy.  The supply t

erminals are not to be shor

t-circuited.  Do 

not use rechargeable batteries.

Visit our website at www

.alextoys.com

©

ALEX: Northvale, NJ 07647 

 168N

Sponge

7.  Step on the foot pedal to make 

the turntable spin.  If the clay is 

rotating stably, adjust the position 

of the shaping blade on the tool 

arm.  When you are happy with 

the shape, remove your foot from 

the foot pedal to stop the wheel.

8.  You can use the other shaping tools and the spatula to add 

lines, rings and spirals to you work.  Use the sponge to smooth 

your clay pot when you are finished.  Remove the turntable 

from the base with the pot on it, and let dry for 24 hours.

Once your piece is dry, use the cord to remove it from 
the turntable by sliding the cord underneath the clay.  
You can decorate your work with mosaic tiles, glass 
marbles and paint.  Continue to work on your protected 
surface.  You have 6 colors of paint, and you can mix 
them to make new ones.  Make sure to rinse and dry 
your brushes when you change colors.  Let your work 
dry again in a ventilated area.

NOTES:
Clean up the pottery wheel carefully, making sure that water does not get into the motor or battery 
compartment.  Save unused clay in an airtight plastic bag or container.
Adult supervision is recommended.  Do not dry the crafts in the microwave or oven.
Paints are water soluble only while wet.  Dried paint can be removed by an adult with rubbing alcohol.  Use 
caution when cleaning up with rubbing alcohol as it is toxic and can ruin some surfaces.
Clay pots are for decorative uses only.  They are not suitable for use with food, liquids or exposure to heat.

PARENTS:
Periodically examine toy and AC adapter for worn and/or damaged parts.  Replace any damaged parts 
to reduce risk of electric shock.

WARNING:
Do not mix old and new batteries.  Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable 
(nickel-cadmium batteries).  Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.  Only batteries of the same 
or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.  Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.  
Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.  The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.  Do 
not use rechargeable batteries.

Visit our website at www.alextoys.com

©

ALEX: Northvale, NJ 07647 

 168N

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

1

.  Place le tube de mise en forme sur le 

plateau tournant en alignant les pieds 
avec les trous du plateau tournant. 
Utilise un pinceau pour humidifier 
l’intérieur du tube.

2

.  Commence avec un boule 

d’argile de la taille d’un poing. 
Ajoute de l’eau et roule-la en 
forme de cylindre pour la rentrer 
dans le tube.

3

.  Presse l’extrémité large de 

l’excavateur dans le tube 
pour créer un creux.

5

. Tu peux alors parfaire la 

forme du cylindre d’argile 
au moyen du petit côté de 
l’excavateur.

7

.  Appuie sur la pédale pour faire tourner 

le plateau. Ajuste la position de la lame 
à profiler. Lorsque la forme te plait, lève 
ton pied pour arrêter le plateau.

8

.  Utilise les autres outils de forme et la spatule pour 

ajouter des lignes à ton pot. Utilise l’éponge pour 
lisser l’argile quand tu as fini. Démonte le plateau 
tournant avec le pot dessus et laisse sécher pendant 
24 heures.

9

.  Quand ton objet est sec, glisse le fil au dessous 

pour le séparer du plateau. Décore-le avec de la 
peinture, des billes ou de la mosaïque. Travaille sur 
un tapis de protection. Rince et sèche ton pinceau 
entre chaque couleur. Laisse sécher ton travail.

6

.  Introduis une lame à profiler dans la fente 

du porte-outil réglable.

4

.  Sépare le tube de l’argile en 

tirant lentement le tube vers 
le haut tout en appuyant sur 
l’argile avec l’excavateur.

Sponge

7.  Step on the foot pedal t

o make 

the turntable spin.  If the cla

y is 

rotating stably, adjust the po

sition 

of the shaping blade on the t

ool 

arm.  When you are happy with 

the shape, remove your foot fr

om 

the foot pedal to stop the wheel.

8.  You can use the other shaping t

ools and the spa

tula to add 

lines, rings and spirals to you w

ork.  Use the sponge to smooth 

your clay pot when y

ou are finished.  Remo

ve the turntable 

from the base with the pot on it, and let dry f

or 24 hours.

Once your piece is dry, use the c

ord to remove it from 

the turntable by sliding the c

ord underneath the clay.  

You can decorate your work with mo

saic tiles, glass 

marbles and paint.  C

ontinue to work on your pr

otected 

surface.  You have 6 colors of paint, and y

ou can mix 

them to make new ones.  Mak

e sure to rinse and dry 

your brushes when y

ou change colors.  Let y

our work 

dry again in a ventilated area.

NOTES:

Clean up the pottery wheel car

efully, making sure that water does not g

et into the motor or battery 

compartment.  Save unused cla

y in an airtight plastic bag or c

ontainer.

Adult supervision is r

ecommended.  Do not dry the cr

afts in the microwave or oven.

Paints are water soluble only while w

et.  Dried paint can be r

emoved by an adult with rubbing alc

ohol.  Use 

caution when cle

aning up with rubbing alc

ohol as it is toxic and can ruin s

ome surfaces.

Clay pots are for decorative us

es only.  They are not suitable f

or use with food, liquids or expo

sure to heat.

PARENTS:

Periodically examine toy and A

C adapter for worn and/

or damaged parts.  Replac

e any damaged parts 

to reduce risk of elec

tric shock.

WARNING:

Do not mix old and ne

w batteries.  Do not mix alkaline, standar

d (carbon-zinc) or r

echargeable 

(nickel-cadmium ba

tteries).  Non-rechargeable ba

tteries are not to be recharged.  Only ba

tteries of the same 

or equivalent type as r

ecommended are to be us

ed.  Batteries are to be ins

erted with the correct polarity

.  

Exhausted batteries are to be r

emoved from the toy.  The supply t

erminals are not to be shor

t-circuited.  Do 

not use rechargeable batteries.

Visit our website at www

.alextoys.com

©

ALEX: Northvale, NJ 07647 

 168N

REMARQUES : Nettoyer soigneusement le tour de potier, en vous assurant que l’eau ne pénètre pas dans le 
logement du moteur ou des piles. Conserver l’argile non utilisée dans un sac plastique ou une boîte étanche à 
l’air. La surveillance d’un adulte est recommandée. Ne pas faire sécher les réalisations dans un four ou un four à 
micro-ondes.  Les peintures ne sont solubles à l’eau que lorsqu’elles sont humides. Les adultes peuvent enlever 
la peinture sèche avec de l’alcool à friction. Utiliser avec prudence car l’alcool à friction peut abîmer certaines 
surfaces. Les pots d’argile doivent être réservés uniquement à un usage décoratif. Il ne sont pas adaptés pour la 
nourriture, les liquides ou l’exposition à la chaleur.

• Insert batteries with correct polarity as shown.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as 
  recommended are to be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under 
  adult supervision only.

• Remove Rechargeable batteries before charging.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix standard (carbon-zinc), alkaline, or 
  Rechargeable batteries.
• Do not short circuit supply terminals.
• Remove batteries from product before extended 
  storage.

1.  Establish a work area that is large enough for you to work comfortably.
    You’ll need a sturdy table and chair, and something to protect your surface
    (an ALEX® Drop Cloth or newspaper works well).  You’ll also need a small 
    bucket of water and paper towels.

2. Take everything out of the box and put the paints and brushes out of the way
    until you are ready to use them.

3.  Assemble your Pottery Wheel by either inserting 4 size C batteries (not included) according to Figure 1, or 
    inserting the AC adapter and plugging it into a wall socket.  Insert the stem of the turntable into the center 
    of the base.  Keep the rim of the turntable and the area underneath it clean while you’re working.

Slot

Horizontal

adjustment

knob

Support rod

Clay

Outline

shaping 

blade

Vertical

adjustment

knob

1.  Place the shaping tube on the 

turntable by aligning the feet with 

the holes in the turntable.  Use a 

paint brush to wet the inside of 

the shaping tube with water.

2.  Start with a softball-size piece 

of clay.  Add some water and roll 

it into a cylinder so that it fits into 

the shaping tube.

4.  Separate the shaping tube from 

the clay by slowly pulling the tube 

up while pressing down on the 

clay with the excavator.

5.  You may then refine the shape 

of the clay cylinder with the 

smaller end of the excavator.

3.  Press the bigger side of the 

excavator down into the shaping 

tube until the clay takes a 

cylindrical shape.

6.  Insert an outline shaping blade 

into the slot of the adjustable 

tool arm.

Multiple Battery Instructions

GO!

GET READY!

Lame à 
profiler

fente

Réglage 
haut-bas

Réglage 
latéral

Tige support

Utilisation du tube de modelage

Summary of Contents for Shape'n Spin Pottery Wheel

Page 1: ...ard Contains small parts Instructions Ideas Congratulations You are about to begin an exciting adventure into the ancient art of pottery Once every dish bowl plate and cup was made by hand on a potter...

Page 2: ...r right to get the clay centered in the middle of the wheel 3 When the clay is centered slowly press a hole into the top of the clay ball while it s spinning on the wheel Be careful not to push a hole...

Page 3: ...adjustable tool arm GO Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under adult supervision only Remove batteries from product before extended storage Slot Horizontal adjustment knob Support rod Clay Outl...

Page 4: ...us les appareils lectriques toutes les pr cautions doivent tre prises en cours de manipulation et d utilisation pour viter un choc lectrique ne pas immerger la base dans l eau essuyer avec un chiffon...

Page 5: ...aire tourner la roue Appuie sur la gauche ou la droite pour placer l argile au centre de la roue 3 Lorsque l argile est au centre appuie doucement sur le dessus de la boule d argile pendant qu elle to...

Page 6: ...ort rod Clay Outline shaping blade Vertical adjustment knob 1 Place the shaping tube on the turntable by aligning the feet with the holes in the turntable Use a paint brush to wet the inside of the sh...

Page 7: ...ns You are about to begin an exciting adventure into the ancient art of pottery Once every dish bowl plate and cup was made by hand on a pottery wheel much like yours With patience and practice you to...

Page 8: ...la izquierda o la derecha para colocar la arcilla en el centro del torno 3 Cuando la arcilla est centrada presiona lentamente en la parte superior de la bola de arcilla mientras giras el torno Ten cu...

Page 9: ...ng tube on the turntable by aligning the feet with the holes in the turntable Use a paint brush to wet the inside of the shaping tube with water 2 Start with a softball size piece of clay Add some wat...

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