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Electric Energy

Prop Racer

58544 V0912

User Guide

Cautionary and Warning Statement

•  This kit is designed and intended for educational purposes only.

•  Use only under the direct supervision of an adult who has read and 

understood the instructions provided in this user guide.

•  Read warnings on packaging and in manual carefully.

•  Safety glasses required when soldering.

•  Always exercise caution when using soldering iron.

•  Do not mix old and new batteries.

•  Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) 

batteries.

 

Soldering Iron Safety Tips

•  Always get permission from an adult before using a soldering iron.

•  Be sure to read and follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions provided with 

your soldering iron.

•  Never touch the element or tip of the soldering iron. 

•  Always return the soldering iron to its stand when not in use.

•  Turn unit off or unplug it when not in use. 

Summary of Contents for Electric Energy Prop Racer

Page 1: ...quired when soldering Always exercise caution when using soldering iron Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries Soldering Iron Safety Tips Always get permission from an adult before using a soldering iron Be sure to read and follow all of the manufacturer s instructions provided with your soldering iron Never touch the elem...

Page 2: ... strips 4 clear CDs 2 alligator clips 2 1 8 axles Motor mount CD hub bearing set Screw Motor Washer 5 plastic propeller Wing nut Battery holder Items Required not included Utility knife Double sided tape Metal straightedge Small screwdriver Soldering iron AA battery 2 Drill Transparent tape Glue Pencil Wire strippers Building the Racer 1 Locate the three balsa wood pieces Use a straightedge and pe...

Page 3: ...find the four CDs and CD hubs Using the small screws with the hub set screw the hubs into the center holes of the CDs Figure 7 corner 8 Place four bushings from the hub set into the holes of the side rails Locate the 1 8 axles and push them through the bushings Figure 7 Push the CDs onto the ends of the axles to make the wheels 9 Find the black battery holder and the two alligator clips You might ...

Page 4: ...battery holder 12 Use two AA batteries in the battery holder To activate the racer crimp the alligator clips to the leads of the motor Caution When the batteries are inside the holder keep the alligator clips from touching Designate a specific area to attach one of the alligator clips on the front wheel or the side rail so they do not touch one another Allowing them to touch will result in a heat ...

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