vtech Squishy Spikes Alligator Instruction Manual

vtech Squishy Spikes Alligator Instruction

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM
• Power Source: 2 AAA (AM-4/LR03) batteries (not included)
• Recommended Battery Type: Alkaline or fully charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
• Age Range: Suitable for children above 6 months

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Started:

1. Turn off the unit.
2. Turn the packaging locks 90 degrees counterclockwise several times.
3. Pull out and discard the packaging locks.

Battery Removal and Installation:

1. Make sure the unit is turned off.
2. Find the battery cover located on the bottom of the alligator.
3. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw and open the battery cover.
4. Remove old batteries by pulling up on one end of each battery.
5. Install 2 new AAA (AM-4/LR03) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. Ensure correct polarity.
6. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.
7. Adult assembly required for battery installation. Keep batteries out of reach of children.

Product Features:

1. On/Off/Volume Selector: Slide the On/Off/Volume Selector to the Low volume or High volume position to turn the unit on. Slide it to the Off position to turn the unit off.
2. Automatic Shut-Off: The Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM will automatically power down after approximately 40 seconds without input to preserve battery life. Press any button to turn it on again.

Activities:

1. Light-up Learning Buttons: Press the Learning Buttons to hear songs, music, fun phrases, and nature sounds. The lights will flash with the sound.
2. Wheel Sensor: Roll the alligator to trigger the wheel sensor and hear an assortment of fun sounds and songs. The lights will flash with the sound.

Melodies:

1. Good Morning Merry Sunshine
2. Skip to My Lou
3. Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow
4. The Green Grass Grew All Around
5. Red River Valley
6. Bear Went Over the Mountain
7. Yankee Doodle
8. Aiken Drum
9. Diddle, Diddle Dumpling
10. One Man Went to Mow

Song Lyrics:

1. Song 1: Swim, swim, down the stream. I splish and splash all day!
2. Song 2: I’m a happy alligator, I am so sweet and so are you!
3. Song 3: I like to chomp and stomp, stomp, stomp. Down by the stream where I like to play!

Care & Maintenance:

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Avoid direct sunlight and keep the unit away from any direct heat sources.
3. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be in use for an extended period of time.
4. Avoid dropping the unit on hard surfaces and do not expose it to moisture or water.

Troubleshooting :

1. Turn the unit off.
2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
3. Let the unit stand for a few minutes.
4. Replace the batteries.
5. Turn the unit on. The unit should now be ready to use again.
6. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of batteries does the Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM require?
The Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM requires 2 AAA (AM-4/LR03) batteries. Alkaline batteries or fully charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended for best performance.

How do I activate the Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM?
Slide the On/Off/Volume Selector to the Low volume or High volume position to turn the unit on. Press any button to turn it on again if it automatically powers down.

How do I clean the Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM?
Wipe the unit with a slightly damp cloth to keep it clean.

Can I leave the batteries in the unit when not in use?
It is recommended to remove the batteries if the unit will not be in use for an extended period of time.

What should I do if the unit stops working?
Follow the troubleshooting steps provided in the user manual. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM! Let the good times roll with this friendly alligator! Four interactive light-up buttons introduce a variety of new songs and words. The squishy scales and spinning eyes encourage movement and sensory play.

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

• Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM
• Quick Start Guide

WARNING
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties, cords and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

NOTE
Please save this Instruction Manual as it contains important information.

Unlock the packaging locks:

• Turn the packaging locks 90 degrees counterclockwise several times.
• Pull out and discard the packaging locks.

GETTING STARTED

Battery Removal and Installation

1. Make sure the unit is turned Off.
2. Find the battery cover located on the bottom of the alligator, use a screwdriver to loosen the screw, and then open the battery cover.
3. Remove old batteries by pulling up on one end of each battery.
4. Install 2 new AAA (AM-4/LR03) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. (For best performance, alkaline batteries or fully charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended.)
5. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.

WARNING: Adult assembly required for battery installation. Keep batteries out of reach of children.

IMPORTANT : BATTERY INFORMATION

• Insert batteries with the correct polarity (+ and -).
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:

• Remove rechargeable batteries (if removable) from toy before charging.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. On/Off/Volume Selector
   To turn the unit On, slide the On/Off/Volume Selector to the Low volume or High volume position. You will hear fun sounds, a phrase and a song. To turn the unit Off, slide the On/Off/Volume Selector to the Off position .

2. Automatic Shut-Off
   To preserve battery life, the Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM will automatically power down after approximately 40 seconds without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing any button.

NOTE
If the unit powers down or if the light fades out during play, please install a new set of batteries.

ACTIVITIES

1. Light-up Learning Buttons
   Press the Learning Buttons to hear songs, music, fun phrases and nature sounds. The lights will flash with the sound.

2. Wheel Sensor
   Roll the alligator to trigger the wheel sensor and hear an assortment of fun sounds and songs. The lights will flash with the sound.

MELODIES

1. Good Morning Merry Sunshine
2. Skip to My Lou
3. Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow
4. The Green Grass Grew All Around
5. Red River Valley
6. Bear Went Over the Mountain
7. Yankee Doodle
8. Aiken Drum
9. Diddle, Diddle Dumpling
10. One Man Went to Mow

SONG LYRICS

1. Song 1
   Swim, swim, down the stream. I splish and splash all day!

2. Song 2
   I’m a happy alligator, I am so sweet and so are you!

3. Song 3
   I like to chomp and stomp, stomp, stomp. Down by the stream where I like to play!

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any direct heat sources.
3. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be in use for an extended period of time.
4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces and do not expose the unit to moisture or water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If for some reason the unit stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Turn the unit Off.
2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
3. Let the unit stand for a few minutes, then replace the batteries.
4. Turn the unit On. The unit should now be ready to use again.
5. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

IMPORTANT NOTE
If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, or by going to our website vtechkids.com and filling out our Contact Us form located under the Customer Support link. Creating and developing VTech products is accompanied by a responsibility that we take very seriously. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information, which forms the value of our products. However, errors sometimes can occur. It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and encourage you to contact us with any problems and/or suggestions you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

• Trade Name : VTech®

• Model : 5673

• Product Name : Squishy Spikes AlligatorTM
  Responsible Party : VTech Electronics North America, L.L.C.

• Address : 1156 W. Shure Drive, Suite 200 Arlington Heights, IL 60004

• Website : vtechkids.com

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

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