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You don't have to have a PHD to be a rocket scientist or teach a class full of them. These step-by-step instructions below should help you with the setup of our water rocket launch pads.
model B Water Rocket Launch Pad Setup
The video on the right will show you step-by-step instructions on how to use the Model C water rocket launch pad. The steps are reiterated in the instructions below.
If you have any other question on setup, email or give us a call and we will help you out!
Step 1
Unravel both the pressure line and launch release cord to a safe, designated point.
Step 2
Nail launch pad down to ensure stability during launch.
Step 3
Attach bike pump adaptor to the end of pressure line, making sure the valve is closed.
Step 4
Load rocket onto the launch pad with desired amount of water and secure with slide plate.
Step 5
Pressurize rocket.
Step 6
You are now ready to launch! You can repeat launchers with this configuration as fast as you can load the rocket on the launch pad and pressurize with the bicycle pump of your choice.
model C Water Rocket Launch Pad Setup
The video on the right will show you step-by-step instructions on how to use the Model C water rocket launch pad. The steps are reiterated in the instructions below.
If you have any other question on setup, email or give us a call and we will help you out!
Step 1
Unravel both the pressure line and launch release cord to a safe, designated point.
Step 2
Nail launch pad down to ensure stability during launch.
Step 3
Attach compressor adaptor to the end of pressure line, making sure the yellow butterfly valve (shown in step 6) is closed.
Step 4
Turn air compressor to max.
Step 5
Measure desired quantity of water and fill the rocket. You then can place rocket on the launch pad and slide the locking plate over.
Step 6
Turn yellow butterfly valve on to pressurize the rocket.
Step 7
Set the regulator to desired pressure psi.
Step 8
You are now ready to launch! You can repeat launchers with this configuration as fast as you can load the rocket on the launch pad and pressurize with the yellow butterfly valve. Typical time between launches is only 15 seconds!