V-tech Submarine Learning Boat User manual

© 2010 VTech
Printed in China
91-002441-006-000
Submarine Learning BoatTM
User’s Manual

Dear Parent,
Ever nice the look on your baby’s face when th learn something
new through their own discovery? ese self-accomplished
moments are a parent’s greatest reward. To help fulfill them,
VTech® created the Infant Learning® series  ts.
ese unique interactive learning ts directly respond to what
children do naturally – play! Using innovative technology, these
ts react to baby’s interactions, making each play perience fun
and unique as th learn age-appropriate concepts like first words,
numbers, shapes, colors and music. More importantly, VTech®’s
Infant Learning® ts develop baby’s mental and physical abilities
by inspiring, engaging and teaching.
At VTech®, we know that a child has the ability to do great things.
at’s why all  our electronic learning products are uniquely
designed to develop a child’s mind and allow them to learn to the
best  their ability. We thank you for trusting VTech® with the
important job  helping your child learn and grow!
Sincerely,
Your iends at VTech®
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Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Submarine Learning BoatTM!
The VTech®Submarine Learning BoatTM is an interactive toy for little
ones to enjoy in the bath! Two sea animal characters can be inserted
into the front of the submarine or the detachable boat. The submarine
introduces numbers, colors, animal names and characteristics and
music through interactive play. The periscope squirter sprays water at
a variety of intensities adding a fun surprise element to bath time!
ANIMAL/NUMBER
BUTTONS
TWO SEA ANIMALS
DETACHABLE BOAT
PERISCOPE
SqUIRTER

Instructions & Activities
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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One VTech®Submarine Learning BoatTM
• Two sea animals
• One detachable boat
• One user’s manual
WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets,
wire ties and tags are not part of this toy, and should
be discarded for your child’s safety.
NOTE: Please keep this instruction manual as it contains
important information.
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF and
the battery cover, battery box and unit
are all dry.
2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom
of the unit. Use a screwdriver to loosen
the screw.
3. Install 3 new ‘AA’ (UM-3/LR6) 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 the screw to secure.
5. When closing the battery cover, ensure that the screw is tightened
securely to avoid water leakage.

BATTERY NOTICE
• The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum
performance.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before
being charged (if removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are only 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 removed from the toy.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• The toy is not to be connected to more than the recommended
number of power supplies.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES.
PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON/OFF BUTTON
To turn the unit ON or OFF, press the
ON/OFF BUTTON ( ).
2. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
To preserve battery life, the VTech®Submarine Learning BoatTM will
automatically power-down after approximately 30 seconds without
input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing any button. 4
Instructions & Activities

Please note: When the speaker fills up with water, the volume of the
product may decrease. Remove the product from the water and allow the
water to drain away from the speaker. Return the product to the water and
continue playing.
WARNING:
• Don’t let your child play this toy alone in the water.
• Batteries must be changed by an adult.
• Only use this product in water between 10 and 45 degrees
Celsius, 50 and 104 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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Instructions & Activities

ACTIVITIES
1. Press the on/off button to turn the unit
on. You will hear a fun sung song, an
inviting phrase and sound. The light will
flash with the sound and the water will
squirt when submerged in the water.
2. Press the animal/number buttons to
learn numbers, colors, animal names,
animal characteristics and hear fun
sounds and music. The light will flash
with the sound and the water will spray
when submerged in the water.
3. Put the submarine in the water to hear a
variety of fun sounds and phrases. The
light will flash and the water will squirt
with the sound.
4. Take the submarine out of the water
to hear a variety of fun sounds and
phrases. The motion sensor will detect
movement and will play a variety of
phrases, sounds and a sung song. The
light will flash with the sound.
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Instructions & Activities

5. Put the sea animals in the front of
the submarine to hear a variety of fun
sounds and phrases.
6. If there is no input to the unit after approximately 10 seconds, you
will hear a fun question. After another 10 seconds if there is still no
input, you will hear an upbeat melody or a sung song, depending if
the unit is in or out of the water. After another 10 seconds if there is
still no input, you will a short tune, then the unit will automatically
power-down.
MELODY LIST
1. Sailor’s Hornpipe
2. Row, Row, Row Your Boat
3. Ring Around the Rosy
4. Yankee Doodle
5. Sailing, Sailing
SING-ALONG SONG LYRICS
SONG 1 (to the tune of “A-Tisket, A-Tasket”)
We are moving, we are sailing,
With all our little sea friends.
Up and down and round and round,
We’re on a learning journey!
Instructions & Activities
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Care & Maintenance/Troubleshooting
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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
source.
3. Make sure to empty the water out of all the elements of the unit
and rinse thoroughly before drying so no sediment or cleaning
products are left on the unit.
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 hard surfaces.
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 call our Consumer Services Department
at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, and a
service representative will be happy to help you.
For information on this product’s warranty, please call VTech®1-800-
521-2010 in the U.S., or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada.

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Other Info
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Creating and developing Infant Learning 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 encourage you to call our Consumer Services Department at
1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, with
any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service
representative will be happy to help you.
FCC Notice:
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