Sphero RVR RV01 User Manual

Product User Manual
This Important Product Information Guide contains safety, handling, disposal, recycling, and regulatory information, as well as the
limited warranty for Sphero RVR™, including all current and future models of the RV01 series. Read all safety information and
operating instructions before using Sphero RVR to avoid injury or harm. For a downloadable version of the Sphero RVR User and
Product Guides, visit www.sphero.com/manuals.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND HANDLING INFORMATION
Read the following warning before you or your child play with Sphero RVR. Failing to do so may cause injury.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage or injury, do not attempt to remove the Sphero RVR housing; please refer all non-routine
servicing questions to Sphero, Inc. No user-serviceable parts are contained inside.
General
□ Read all safety and operating instructions before operating Sphero RVR. Follow all operating and use instructions.
□ Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
□ Do not attempt to service Sphero RVR yourself. Refer all non-routine servicing to Sphero.
Seizure, Blackouts and Eyestrain
A small percentage of people may be susceptible to blackouts or seizures (even if they have never had one before) when exposed
to flashing lights or light patterns such as when playing games or watching video. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts or
have a family history of such occurrences, you should consult a physician before playing video games or watching videos.
Discontinue use of Sphero RVR and your smart device controller and consult a physician if you experience headaches, blackouts,
seizures, convulsion, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movement, or disorientation. To reduce risk of
headaches, blackouts, seizures, and eyestrain, avoid prolonged use, hold your smart device controller some distance from your
eyes, use Sphero RVR in a well-lit room, and take frequent breaks.
WARNING: Choking Hazards
Sphero RVR has small parts inside, which may present a choking hazard to small children and pets. Keep Sphero RVR and its
accessories away from small children.
Keeping Sphero RVR Within Acceptable Temperatures
Operate and store Sphero RVR in a place where the temperature is between 0º C - 40º C (32º C - 104º F). Low or high-temperature
conditions might temporarily shorten battery life or cause Sphero RVR to temporarily stop working properly. Avoid dramatic
changes in temperature or humidity when using Sphero RVR. Don't leave Sphero RVR in your car because temperatures in parked
cars can exceed this range. When you're using Sphero RVR or charging the battery, it is normal for Sphero RVR to get warm.
Use and Maintenance
WARNING: Sphero RVR is not suitable for use by children under 8 years of age.
Never:
• Abuse, throw, drop, puncture, violently kick, or step on Sphero RVR. This can damage the robot and compromise its safe
operation.
• Operate Sphero RVR in dangerous, hazardous, or public areas where use is not permitted (high voltage power lines, train
stations, airports, trains, etc.). Check whether use of Sphero RVR is permitted before using it in public areas or public
transport.
• Use the Sphero supplied USB cord to charge any device other than Sphero RVR.
• Short circuit the supply terminals for the RVR battery.
Always:
• Keep Sphero RVR in sight at all times when operating it to avoid injuries or damages to people, animals, or property.
• Ensure that no one is standing nearer than 1 yard (≈1 meter) from Sphero RVR when in operation and keep a safe distance
between the robot and people, animals, and property.
• Periodically examine Sphero RVR for potential hazards such as cracked, damaged, or otherwise broken parts. In the event of
such damage, do not use Sphero RVR until it can be replaced or repaired.
• Drive Sphero RVR on suitable surfaces. Although Sphero RVR can drive on a variety of surfaces, it works best on smooth, flat
and hard surfaces (such as carpet, tile wood floors, and concrete).
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