V-tech Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo Assembly Instructions

Parent’s Guide
UK
Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo
91-003701-003

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INTRODUCTION
The VTech®Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo is a fun and interactive learning toy!
This adorable Kangaroo hops across the oor and encourages your little
one to move with them. The cute phrases, kissing button and pouch
button introduce your little one to nurturing role play.
Music
Button
Kangaroo
Button
Heart
Light Up
Heart
2
Smart Pouch
Button

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo
• One Joey
• One Parent’s Guide
WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic
sheets, packaging locks, removable tags,
cable ties and packaging screws are not part
of this toy and should be discarded for your
child’s safety.
NOTE: Please keep this parent’s guide as it contains
important information.
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom
of the unit. Use a screwdriver to
loosen the screw.
3. Install 4 new AA Alkaline batteries
following the diagram inside the
battery box. (The use of new alkaline
batteries are recommended for
maximum performance).
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten the
screw to secure.
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BATTERY NOTICE
• Use new alkaline batteries or fully charged NI-MH (Nickel Metal-
hydride) rechargeable batteries for best 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, 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.
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
specified 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
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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. On/Off/Volume Control Switch
To turn the unit ON, slide the
ON/OFF/ VOLUME CONTROL
SWITCH, located on the battery box
at the bottom of the kangaroo, to
the LOW VOLUME ( ) or HIGH
VOLUME ( ) position. To turn
the unit OFF, slide the ON/OFF/
VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH to the
OFF ( ) position.
2. Automatic Shut Off
To preserve battery life the Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo will automatically
power-down after approximately 50 seconds without input. The unit
can be turned on again by pressing any button.
NOTE : By default, this product will be in “Try me” mode. After
removing the product from the packaging, turn the unit
OFF and then ON again to proceed with normal play. If the
unit powers down while playing, we suggest changing the
batteries.
For the best hopping effect, please use the Hop-a-Roo
Kangaroo on hard surfaces (hardwood, tile, laminate, or vinyl).
If the kangaroo doesn’t jump well, we suggest changing the
batteries.
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ACTIVITIES
1. On/Off/Volume Control Switch
Slide the on/off/volume control switch to
turn the unit on. You will hear a song, a
playful sound and a encouraging phrase.
The light will ash with the sounds and the
kangaroo will jump with the sounds.
2. Music Button
Press the button to learn about numbers
and hear playful music and songs. There
is a fun game in the songs. The kangaroo
asks your little one to hop and freeze with
her. The light will ash with the sounds
and the kangaroo will jump with the sounds.
3. Kangaroo Button
Press the button to hear fun facts about
the Hop-a-Roo Kangaroo and Joey. The
light will ash with the sounds and the
kangaroo will jump with the sounds.
4. Heart Button
The heart button on the face introduces
feelings. When the Joey is used to push
the heart button, the light will ash with
the sounds.
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5. Smart Pouch Button
Place the Joey in & out the pouch for role
play fun. The smart pouch triggers the
Joey and mother kangaroo’s interaction
and supports imitative play. The light will
ash with the sounds.
SONG LYRICS
SONG 1
(Follow me! 3, 2, 1, hop)
Hoppity-hoppity, hop, hop, hop.
Jumpity-jumpity, jump, jump, jump. (Freeze!)
(Start hopping)
Hoppity-hoppity, hop, hop, hop.
We are having fun.
SONG 2
(Let’s hop together, 3,2, 1, hop)
I’m a kangaroo.
I’m a kangaroo. (Freeze! )
(3,2,1, hop)
Hop, hop, hop, hop.
We’ll bounce and hop all day.
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SONG 3
(Let’s hop together)
With my joey in my pouch,
I like to hop around.
We are a pair. (Let’s go hopping)
We hop everywhere. (Freeze!)
Won’t you come along too?
MELODY LIST
1. Alouette
2. Animal Fair
3. Baby Bumblebee
4. Farmer In The Dell
5. Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
6. Hokey Cokey
7. If You’re Happy and You Know It
8. Old MacDonald
9. Polly Wolly Doodle
10. Pop Goes The Weasel
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.
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3. Remove the batteries when the unit will not be in use for an
extended period of time.
4. Do not drop the unit on a hard surface and do not expose the
unit to excess moisture.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If for some reason the program/activity stops working or
malfunctions, 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 a new set of
batteries.
If the problem persists, please contact our Consumer Services
Department and a service representative will be happy to help you.
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CONSUMER SERVICES
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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
encourage you to call our Consumer Services Department with
any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service
representative will be happy to help you.
UK Customers:
Phone: [phone] (from UK) or [phone] (outside UK)
Website: www.vtech.co.uk/support
Australian Customers:
Phone: [phone]
Website: support.vtech.com.au
NZ Customers:
Phone: [phone]
Website: support.vtech.com.au
PRODUCT WARRANTY/
CONSUMER GUARANTEES
UK Customers:
Read our complete warranty policy online at vtech.co.uk/warranty.
Australian Customers:
VTECH ELECTRONICS (AUSTRALIA) PTY LIMITED –
CONSUMER GUARANTEES
Under the Australian Consumer Law, a number of consumer
guarantees apply to goods and services supplied by VTech
Electronics (Australia) Pty Limited. Please refer to vtech.com.au/
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