V-tech First Steps User manual

First Steps
TM
Baby Walker
91-02082-003-000

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®First StepsTM Baby Walker!
The VTech®First StepsTM Baby Walker is both a functional walker
and a fun learning toy for toddlers aged 6 - 30 months. Your child will
enjoy learning about colours, numbers, animals, shapes and much
more! The electronic activity panel can be easily removed from the
walker for floor play fun! Then, as your baby becomes more confident
at standing, the walker will encourage those first precious steps.
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Puppy Button
3 Turning Wheels
5 Light-up Piano
Keys
Rollers 4 Shape Buttons
Removable
Rattle Phone
On/Off/Volume Switch
Easy Grip Handle
Butterfly Wing /
Mode Selector
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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
- One VTech®First StepsTM Baby Walker
- One electronic activity panel
- One handle
- One instruction manual
- Two legs with wheels
WARNING:Allpackingmaterials,suchastape,plasticsheets,wire
ties and tags are not part of this toy, and should be
discarded for your child’s safety.
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of
theunit. Use a coin or screwdriver to loosen
the screw.
3. Install 3 new ‘AA’ (LR6) batteries following
the diagram inside the battery box. (The
useofnewalkalinebatteriesisrecommended
for maximum performance).
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten the
screw to secure.
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BATTERY NOTICE
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Rechargeablebatteriesare to be removed from thetoybefore being
charged (if removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are to be charged under adult supervision
(if removable).
• Different types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be
mixed.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are
to be used.
• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
• Exhausted batteries are to be romoved from the toy.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• The toy is not to be connected to the more than recommended
number of power supplies.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES.
ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES.
TO BEGIN PLAY
1. To begin play, slide the ON/OFF/VOLUME
SWITCH to the LOW VOLUME ( ) or the
HIGH VOLUME ( ) position.
2. To turn the unit OFF, slide the ON/OFF/
VOLUMESWITCH totheOFF ( ) position.
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ACTIVITIES
There are two modes of play, Music Mode and Learning Mode.
The mode can be changed by flipping the Butterfly Wing.
Music Mode
To enter Music Mode, flip the butterfly wing to
the left.
1. Press the four Shape Buttons to hear
fun phrases and cool music!
2. Pressthecute Puppy Buttontoplay 'Puppy
says'!
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Instructions & Activities
3. When the music is playing, press the five
Piano Keys to jam along to the tune! When
there is no music playing, press the piano
keys to create your own music!
4. Pressandturn the Turning Wheels to hear
wacky sounds and funny phrases!
5. Shake the Phone and hear it rattle!
Learning Mode
To enter Learning Mode, flip the butterfly wing
to the right.
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1.Press the four Shape Buttons to learn
shapes, colours and numbers.
2.Press the cute Puppy Button to play
'Puppy says'!
3. Press the Piano Keys to learn letter sounds
and words with fun sound effects.
4. Pressand turn the Turning Wheels tohear
wacky sounds and funny phrases!
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5. Shake the Phone and hear it rattle!
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Push in and unscrew the two fasteners at
the top of the walker.
2.Insertthe legs into the slotswiththe wheels
facing outwards, as shown in the diagram.
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3. Gently pull the legs back until they click into
place. Please ensure the legs are fully
inserted into the slots.
4.Stand the walker upright and insert the
handle into the slots to secure the legs.
5. Push and screw the fasteners back into
place. Pull back on the legs to ensure they
are secure.
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ACTIVITY PANEL
1.Toremovetheactivity panel fromthewalker,
locate the blue release lock above the
On/Off Switch.
2. Slide the lock up and lift the activity panel,
removing it from the walker.
3.Theactivitypanel has a convenient handle
andlots of activities foron-the-go learning
fun!
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Care & Maintenance/Troubleshooting
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MELODY LIST
Farmer In The Dell
Yankee Doodle
AlohaOe
Hawaiian Wedding
Rock 'n' Rolling
The Entertainer
Memphis Blues
St. Louis Blues
CARE AND 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
source.
3. Remove the batteries when the unit is not 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 program/activity stops working, please follow
these steps:
1. Please 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.
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4. Turn the unit ON. The unit should now be ready to play again.
5. If the product still does not work, replace with a new set of batteries.
Ifthe problem persists, please callour Consumer Services Department
on 01235 546810 (from UK) or [phone] (outside UK).
IMPORTANT NOTE
Creatingand developing Smart Start®products is accompanied by
a responsibility that we at VTech®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
encourageyoutocallourConsumer Services Department on 01235
546810 (from UK) or [phone] (outside UK).
Other Info
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Note:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause interference to radio and
televisionreception. Ithas been type tested andfound to comply within
the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications in Sub-part J of Part 15 FCC Rules, which are designed
to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a
residentialinstallation. However,there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interferencewithradio or television reception, which canbedetermined
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
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TOTHE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1)THISDEVICE MAYNOTCAUSEHARMFULINTERFERENCE,AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUSTACCEPT ANYINTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN
ICES-003.
CETAPPAREILNUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À
LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.
Note:
Thisequipmentinduces a weak magnetic fieldthatmay affectwatches,
television sets or monitors. It is recommended to keep this unit away
from metallic materials when playing.
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