V-tech Sparklings Penny Assembly Instructions

Parent’s Guide
UK
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Sparklings Penny!
Hi, I’m Penny, welcome to my colourful world of magic! Press
my charm to choose a colour, then touch my crest, eyes or tail
to decorate them with that colour. Let’s have fun together!
Demo/Off/On
Switch
Eye Sensors
Beak Button
Charm Button
Light Up Crest
Button
Tail Sensor
Wing Lever
Accessories

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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• Sparklings Penny
• Two flower-shape accessories
• Two heart-shape accessories
• One crown
• 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.
WARNING:
This toy produces flashes that may trigger epilepsy in
sensitised individuals.

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GETTING STARTED
The batteries included are for demo purposes only. Please replace
the low capacity Try Me batteries with new batteries for the best
performance. Slide the Demo/Off/On Switch to the ON position to
start.
NOTE:
Playing at close range for a prolonged period of time may cause
fatigue or discomfort. We recommend that children take a 15-minute
break for every hour of play.
Battery Removal and Installation
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the
back of the unit, use a screwdriver
to loosen the screw and open the
battery box.
3. Remove old batteries by pulling up
on one end of each battery.
4. Install 2 AAA (LR03/AM-4) batteries
following the diagram inside the
battery box. (The use of new alkaline
batteries is recommended for
maximum performance).
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.

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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 from the toy before charging.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

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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 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.
VTech®cares for the planet.
Care for the environment and give your toy a second life by
disposing of it at a small electricals collection point so all its
materials can be recycled.
In the UK:
Visit www.recyclenow.com to see a list of collection points near you.
In Australia & New Zealand:
Check with you local council for kerbside collections.

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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. Demo/Off/On Switch
To turn the unit ON, slide the Demo/Off/On Switch to the ON
position. To turn the unit OFF, slide the Demo/Off/On Switch to
the OFF position.
2. Automatic Shut Off
To preserve battery life, Penny will automatically power down
after several seconds without input. The unit can be turned
on again by pressing the crest button, beak button or charm
button.
NOTE: If the unit powers down while playing, please install a
new set of batteries.
ACTIVITIES
1. Colour Penny
Penny lights up in the colours you choose for her. Press Penny’s
Charm Button to choose a colour. Then, touch her eyes, crest
and tail to add the selected colour to them.

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2. Penny’s Mood
Penny expresses her mood through colour.
Press her Light Up Crest Button to see how
she feels. Then, touch her eyes or tail for
some additional colour commentary.
3. Colour Fun
Penny likes to pick a lucky colour for you.
Push her Tail Sensor and she’ll select a lucky
colour and tell you how that colour makes her
feel.
4. Tell Penny Your Hopes
Penny wants you to share your hopes and
dreams with her. Cover and hold one of
Penny’s Eye Sensors and she’ll ask you to
tell her your hopes. Keep her Eye Sensor
covered as you tell her. Uncover her Eye
Sensor and she’ll tell you how fantastic your hopes are.
5. Musical Penny
Penny loves to sing. Tap Penny’s Beak
Button, and she will sing, hum or even
surprise you with a kiss! Careful, sometimes
she even burps!
6. Flying Fun
Penny loves to fly! Help her flap her tail by
pushing her Wing Lever. She’ll make magical
sounds and cheer as she pretends to zoom
through the sky.

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7. Cuddle and Care
Every peacock needs love. Pet Penny’s Eye Sensors or Tail
Sensor to take care of her and get some fun surprises.
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 when the unit is not 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 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 will now be ready to play with again.
5. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of new 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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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 theAustralian 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/
consumerguarantees for further information.

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