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Assembly instructions for kit #11

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Assembly Instructions: Kit #11

Basic QuikLock Reed Switch Motor

1. Glue together two 2x2 rotor pieces as shown*. Pay attention to their alignment.

2. Insert the motor shaft through the holes and center it.

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Page 1: ...trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor authorize or endorse this product All rights reserved 2013 Simple Motors LLC www simplemotor com Assembly Instructions Kit 11 Basic QuikLock Reed Switch Motor 1 Glue together two 2x2 rotor pieces as shown Pay attention to their alignment 2 Insert the motor shaft through the holes and center it ...

Page 2: ...haft in with the negative end of the battery Leave a small gap so the sleeves are slightly above the surface of the knobs If you notice burrs on the plastic sleeves remove them with a sharp knife 4 Glue magnets to the rotor with the letter S facing outside or dimple facing inside depending on magnet marking If you want to try 2 magnets first glue them to the opposite sides 5 If you want your rotor...

Page 3: ... bricks with holes We strongly recommend lubricating the shaft ends It allows the motor to run smoother and faster You may use a drop of oil from your car dipstick WD 40 or even vegetable oil 7 Slide the 1x2 brick with two holes on the electromagnet core to the mark as shown If the brick is loose you may use super glue to prevent it from sliding while making the electromagnet The position of the b...

Page 4: ...e LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor authorize or endorse this product All rights reserved 2013 Simple Motors LLC www simplemotor com 8 Measure at least 5 13 cm of the wire and fold it 9 Tape the folded end and wind all the wire in one rotational direction either clockwise or counterclockwise moving back and forth along the core All spool wire should be used ...

Page 5: ...emark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor authorize or endorse this product All rights reserved 2013 Simple Motors LLC www simplemotor com 10 When there is about 5 13 cm of wire left secure it with a cable tie 11 Remove the insulation from the wire tips with fine sandpaper included or a sharp knife 12 Assemble electromagnet on the base plate ...

Page 6: ... 13 Attach the battery holder to the base plate 14 Insert the battery and briefly connect electromagnet wires to the battery If nothing happens switch the wires With the correct connection electromagnet repels the permanent magnets and the rotor stops in the position shown 15 After you found the correct connection trim red positive wire from the battery holder and corresponding electromagnet wire ...

Page 7: ...s which does not sponsor authorize or endorse this product All rights reserved 2013 Simple Motors LLC www simplemotor com 16 Fasten the reed switch to 1x2 brick with side holes using cable ties Trim them with scissors 17 Assemble the reed switch on the base plate Trim the wires as necessary and remove at least 1 2 5 cm of insulation 18 Wind bare wire ends tightly around the reed switch contacts ...

Page 8: ...to the side of the rotor stand clear tape is shown Spin the rotor by hand Make sure it does not hit the electromagnet reed switch or wires You should hear the click every time the magnet passes the reed switch Your motor is ready If it does not start on its own you may need to give it a slight push Generally if your battery is fresh it should start rotating without the push if you find the correct...

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