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VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual

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VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy

VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy-productINTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing Sandy Snacks-a-LotTM. Pet, feed, and interact with Sandy to hear her fun reactions to 8 different snack pieces. Watch her react to different snacks, flavors, and sensations with fun phrases, songs, sound effects, and color-changing lights.

VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 1

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

  • Sandy Snacks-a-LotTM
  • 8 Snack Pieces
  • Quick Start Guide

WARNING

All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties, cords, and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

NOTE

Please save this Instruction Manual as it contains important information.

NOTE

Please cut and discard the cords before playing with the unit. The cords are not part of the product and should be discarded for your child’s safety.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 2

Unlock the packaging locks:

  1. Rotate the packaging locks 90 degrees counterclockwise.
  2. Pull out and discard the packaging locks.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 3

ACTIVATING NORMAL PLAY MODE

The first time the Sandy Snacks-a-LotTM is used, you will need to exit Try-Me mode and activate Normal Play mode.

  1. Slide the Off/Low/High Volume Switch to turn the unit on.
  2. Except for the green pepper, feed Sandy other snack pieces. You will hear three beeps to indicate that the Normal Play mode is activated.

GETTING STARTED

Battery Removal and Installation

  1. Make sure the unit is turned off.
  2. Find the battery cover located at the bottom of Sandy and use a screwdriver to loosen the screw and open the battery cover.
  3. Remove old batteries by pulling up on one end of each battery.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 4
  4. Install 4 AA (AM/3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box.
  5. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.

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 a fire.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

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

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Off/Low/High Volume Switch

Slide the Off/Low/High Volume Switch to turn ON the unit and choose low or high volume.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 5

2. Head Sensor

Touch Sandy’s head as shown in the picture to hear different fun sounds.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 6

3. Learning Button

Press the Learning Button to hear interactive phrases about colors and various snacks.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 7

4. Music Button

Press the Music Button to hear Sandy sing fun songs.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 8

5. Mouth Sensor

The Mouth Sensor is located on Sandy’s chin directly under her mouth. Hold your hand or a snack piece in front of the sensor, and Sandy will open her mouth.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 9

6. 8 Snack Pieces

When Sandy’s mouth opens, place a snack piece directly on her tongue to watch her react. Note: Only feed Sandy the 8 Snack Pieces provided with this toy (Do not insert other items into Sandy’s mouth.)VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 10

7. Identification Sensor

The sensor will identify the Snack Piece once it is inside Sandy’s mouth. She will react and tell you how she feels.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 11

8. Snack Piece Storage

Open the storage door at the base of Sandy’s tail and place the SNACK PIECES into the compartment.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 12

9. How to open and close the storage door

To open, pull the locking tab upward (the door will then fall open).

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To close, align the door in the slot and press firmly. You will hear a “click” sound to confirm the door is secure.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 14

10. Mood Light

The Mood Light will change colors when Sandy is talking or singing. It will also reflect her mood when Sandy is eating.VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy User Manual 15

11. Automatic Shut-Off

To preserve battery life, the Sandy Snacks-a-LotTM will shut OFF automatically after several minutes without input. The unit can be turned ON again by sliding the Off/Low/High Volume Switch. Sandy’s belly will flash in red three times and then automatically turn OFF when the batteries are very low.

Note:

  1. Do not force Sandy’s mouth open or closed with your hands.
  2. Do not grab Sandy’s tongue.
  3. Do not put the toy under water.
  4. Do not put fingers in Sandy’s mouth.

ACTIVITIES

  1. Press the Learning Button to learn color facts or hear Sandy talk about snacks.
  2. Press the Music Button to hear Sandy sing and to watch her light change colors.
  3. Touch Sandy’s head to comfort her and show her affection. When Sandy is singing, touch her head and you will hear fun sounds jammed in the song.
  4. Choose from 8 Snack Pieces to feed Sandy and watch her react. If she is full, she will hiccup. If you feed her too many snack pieces she doesn’t like, watch out, she might fart!

SONG LYRICS

Song 1

My gills are really cool, and people love my smiling face. They help me breathe in water as I move from place to place.

Song 2

Sour and spicy, cold and sweet. So many things to try, so many things to eat.

Song 3

I am a walking fish. Axolotl is my name. I swim or walk on land! Would you like to play a game?

Song 4

I love food and I am hungry. I am ready for a snack. Bleah! What is that you fed me? You’d better take it back!

Song 5

Sleeping, playing, hiding, I come out at night. My home is in the rocks, hiding from the light.

Song 6

I love all the colors in my yummy food. Red strawberries, yellow lemons. Pink ice cream is tasty too.

HUMMED MELODIES

  1. Spring (Lento Rendition) – Vivaldi
  2. Bingo
  3. Alouette
  4. The Entertainer – Scott Joplin

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 if the unit will not be used for an extended period of time.
  4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces or expose the unit to moisture or water.

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 should now be ready to play again.
  5. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

Trade Name: VTech®
Model: 5601
Product Name: Sandy Snacks-a-Lot™
Responsible Party: VTech Electronics North America, L.L.C.
Address: 1156 W. Shure Drive, Suite 200, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Website: vtechkids.com

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

  1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
  2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRABLE OPERATION.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)k

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference.
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot Learning Toy-FAQs

Q1. How does the VTech Sandy Snacks-a-Lot work?

Sandy responds when you hold a snack piece near her nose. Place it on her tongue when her mouth opens, and she will react with sounds, lights, and phrases.

Q2. What is Sandy Snacks-a-Lot?

It’s an adorable interactive axolotl toy that teaches kids about food, colors, and fun facts while acting like a playful pet.

Q3. What animal is Sandy Snacks-a-Lot?

Sandy is a smart axolotl who recognizes snacks by color and reacts with songs, lights, and playful phrases.

Q4. Why is my Sandy Snacks-a-Lot flashing red?

If Sandy’s belly flashes red three times and turns off, the batteries are low and need replacement.

Q5. What do reviewers say about Sandy Snacks-a-Lot?

Parents and kids love it! Many say it keeps children entertained for hours with interactive feeding, songs, and talking features.

Q6. How do I activate Sandy’s mouth sensor?

Hold a snack piece in front of her chin sensor. Sandy will open her mouth, ready to “eat” the piece and react.

Q7. What features does Sandy offer besides eating snacks?

You can pet her head or press her back buttons to hear songs, fun phrases, and learning content about flavors, food, and axolotls.

Q8. Who is this toy suitable for?

The toy is designed for toddlers and young children, helping them learn through imaginative play and interactive responses.

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