V-tech Alphabet Boat User manual

User’s Manual
© 2014 VTech
Printed in China
91-009693-001 UK
User’s Manual
Alphabet Boat

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Alphabet Boat!
Welcome aboard! Catch the fish and put them on the scale to play!
The 26 letter fish introduce letter names and phonic sounds as well
as play a variety of musical responses. A simple question and answer
game helps quiz little ones on what they have learnt while playing
with the fish.
Introduction
STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
VOLUME
BUTTON
ON/OFF
BUTTON
RECOGNITION
SLOT
FISH RELEASE
BUTTON
3 MODE
BUTTONS
FLASHING
LIGHT
26 LETTER
FISH

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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One VTech®Alphabet Boat
• 26 letter fish
• One user’s manual
WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets,
packaging locks and tags are not part of this toy, and
should be discarded for your child’s safety.
Note: Please keep user’s manual as it contains important
information.
Unlock the packaging locks:
Release the try-me block
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Carefully pull the try-me block away from
the toy and cut the strings as illustrated.
3. Then, remove the strings from the back of
the toy.
Included in This Package
Rotate the packaging lock 90 degrees
anit-clockwise
Pull out the packaging lock

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GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is OFF and the battery
cover, battery box and unit are all dry.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of
the unit. Use a screwdriver to loosen the
screws.
3. Install 2 new AA (LR6/AM-3) batteries
following the diagram inside the
battery box. (The use of new, alkaline
batteries is recommended for maximum
performance.)
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten to secure. When closing the
battery cover ensure that the screws are securely tightened. This
will avoid any water leakage.
BATTERY NOTICE
• Usenewalkalinebatteriesformaximumperformance.
• Useonlybatteriesofthesameorequivalenttypeasrecommended.
• Donotmixdifferenttypesofbatteries:alkaline,standard(carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH), or new and used batteries.
• Donotusedamagedbatteries.
• Insertbatterieswiththecorrectpolarity.
• Donotshort-circuitthebatteryterminals.
• Removeexhaustedbatteriesfromthetoy.
• Removebatteriesduringlongperiodsofnon-use.
• Donotdisposeofbatteriesinfire.
• Donotchargenon-rechargeablebatteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging (if
removable).
• Rechargeablebatteriesareonlytobechargedunderadultsupervision.
DONOTUSERECHARGEABLEBATTERIES
Getting Started

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Disposal of batteries and product
The crossed-out wheelie bin symbols on products and
batteries, or on their respective packaging, indicates they
must not be disposed of in domestic waste as they contain
substances that can be damaging to the environment and
human health.
The chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb, where marked, indicate
that the battery contains more than the specied value of
mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pb) set out in Battery
Directive (2006/66/EC).
The solid bar indicates that the product was placed on the
market after 13th August, 2005.
Help protect the environment by disposing of your product or
batteries responsibly.
For more information, please visit:
www.recycle-more.co.uk
www.recyclenow.com
PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON/OFF BUTTON
Press the ON/OFF BUTTON to turn the unit
ON. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON again to turn
the unit OFF.
2. VOLUME BUTTON
Press the VOLUME BUTTON to adjust the
volume to low, medium or high volume.
Product Features

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3. 3 MODE BUTTONS
Press one of the 3 MODE BUTTONS to select
the LETTER MODE, PHONICS MODE or
MUSIC MODE.
4. 26 LETTER FISH
Insert the 26 LETTER FISH into the
RECOGNITION SLOT to learn letter names,
phonics or listen to some music.
5. RECOGNITION SLOT
Insert the fish into the RECOGNITION SLOT
to recognise the 26 letter fish.
6. FLASHING LIGHT
The LIGHTwillashalongwithallthe voice,
music and sound responses.
7. FISH RELEASE BUTTON
Press the FISH RELEASE BUTTON to release
the fish from the RECOGNITION SLOT.
8. STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The STORAGE COMPARTMENT allows for
quick and easy storage for the 26 letter fish.
Open the storage compartment door to release
the fish.
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9. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
To preserve battery life, the VTech®Alphabet Boat will
automatically power-down after a few minutes without input. The
unit can be turned on again by pressing the ON/OFF BUTTON.
NOTE:
Choose a surface on the wall
surrounding the bath where the
suction cups can be mounted
securely. The area should be clean
and dry before suctioning the unit
to the wall. For better suction, we
suggest wetting the suction cups
before attaching them to the wall.
WARNING:
• Batteriesmustbechangedbyanadult.
• Onlyusethisproductinwaterbetween10and45degreesCelsius
(50and113degreesFahrenheit).
• Thisproductcannotbeusedinsaltwater.
• Donotleavethisproductsubmergedinwaterforalongperiodof
time.
• This product should only be operated in water when fully
assembled in accordance with the instructions.
• Topreventdrowning,neverleaveachildunattendedinthebath.
• Useathermometertocheckthetemperatureofthewaterbefore
sitting a child in the bath. Toddlers have very sensitive skin and
can burn easily if the water is too hot.
• Whenfinishedplaying,removetheunitfromthewaterandpour
out any remaining water. Rinse the unit with clean water and wipe
withadrycloth.Suspendtheunitinanuprightpositiontodry.
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ACTIVITIES
1. Letter Fun
Let’s learn letter names! Insert one of the
26 LETTER FISH into the recognition slot
or press the LETTER MODE BUTTON
when a fish is already inserted into the
recognition slot to learn letter names and
hear fun sounds. Press the LETTER MODE
BUTTON without a fish in the recognition
slot to hear a random question.
2. Explore Phonics
Time to explore phonics! Insert one of the
26 LETTER FISH into the recognition slot
or press the PHONICS MODE BUTTON
when a fish is already inserted into the
recognition slot to learn phonic sounds and
hear fun letter and phonic chants. Press the
PHONICS MODE BUTTON without a fish
in the recognition slot to hear a random
question.
3. Music Time
Let’s listen to some music! Insert one of the
26 LETTER FISH into the recognition slot or
press the MUSIC MODE BUTTON when a
fish is already inserted into the recognition
slot to hear playful melodies. Press the
MUSIC MODE BUTTON without a fish in
the recognition slot to hear sung songs.
Activities

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SING-ALONG SONG LYRICS
SING-ALONG SONG 1
ABCDEFG,
HIJKLMNOP,
QRS,TUV,
WX, Y and Z.
NowIknowmyABC’s,
Next time won’t you sing with me.
SING-ALONG SONG 2
The little fish want to swim and play,
Eachonehassomethingdifferenttosay.
SING-ALONG SONG 3
ABCDEFG,
Learn the letters and their sounds with me!
MELODY LIST
1. Sailing,Sailing
2. MyBonnieLiesovertheOcean
3. Row,Row,RowYourBoat
4. Sailor’sHornpipe
5. LondonBridge
6. SkiptoMyLou
7. Home on the Range
8. HeyDiddleDiddle
9. Bingo
10. Alouette
11.TurkeyintheStraw
12.One,TwoBuckleMyShoe
Sing-Along Song Lyrics

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
1. Remove the unit from the wall after each use.
2. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
3. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any direct heat
source.
4. Make sure to dry all the elements of the unit before storing.
5. Removethebatterieswhentheunitisnotinuseforanextended
period of time.
6. Donotdroptheunitonahardsurface.
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.
4. Turn the unit ON. The unit should now be ready to play again.
5. Iftheproductstilldoesnotwork,replace with an entire set of new
batteries.
Iftheproblempersists,pleasecallourConsumerServicesDepartment
on01235546810(fromUK)or+441235546810(outsideUK)anda
service representative will be happy to help you.
Care & Maintenance / Troubleshooting

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IMPORTANT NOTE:
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 call our Consumer Services Department
on 01235 546810 (from UK) or [phone] (outside UK)
with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A
service representative will be happy to help you.
Note