Product Details - Hydropower
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Materials List
Paddle wheel
Motor
Belt & pulley system
Wooden frame boards
Support rods
Screws / fasteners
Instruction sheet
Age Recommendation
Ages 8+
Reason:
- Requires mechanical assembly
- Involves water flow testing
- Contains small parts
- Motor + belt alignment requires supervision
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Because the kit involves:
- Multi‑component mechanical assembly
- Belt + pulley alignment
- Motor integration
- Understanding water flow and force
- Testing under running water
Safety Notes
Use only under gentle running water (tap or small stream).
Do not submerge the motor or belt system.
Keep fingers away from the paddle wheel when water is flowing.
Ensure the frame is stable before testing.
Do not operate near electrical sockets or appliances.
Adult supervision recommended for water testing.
Safety Warnings
✔ Small Parts Warning
“Not suitable for children under 3 years — small parts.”
✔ Water Use Warning
“Use only under gentle running water. Do not submerge motor.”
✔ Moving Parts Warning
“Keep fingers away from paddle wheel during operation.”
✔ Electrical Safety Warning
“Motor is low‑voltage. Do not expose wiring to water.”
✔ Adult Supervision Recommended
Especially during water testing.
✔ Instruction Warning
“Read instructions before use.”
What’s Included
1 × Paddle wheel
1 × Motor
1 × Belt & pulley set
1 × Wooden frame
2 × Support rods
4–8 × Screws
1 × Instruction manual
Safety Assessment Summary
Mechanical Risk: Low — paddle wheel moves gently.
Water Risk: Moderate — must avoid submerging motor.
Electrical Risk: Low — motor is low‑voltage.
Choking Risk: Moderate — small parts present.
Operational Risk: Low — safe with supervision.
Material Risk: Very low — non‑toxic wood and plastic.
Overall Risk Level: Low with supervision.
Declaration of Conformity
This product complies with EN71‑1, EN71‑2, EN71‑3 toy safety standards.
It meets all requirements for UKCA and CE marking.
A full Declaration of Conformity is created and stored in our internal technical file.
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