Table of Contents - PARO Therapeutic Robot
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1. its quality deteriorated and its life shortened Do not expose the battery pack to naked flame or heat it up Do not connect the terminal of the battery with metal such as wires Also do not carry or store it with metal objects such as necklaces or hair pins Do not subject the battery pack or charger to strong impact Never not throw them Do not pierce the battery pack with a sharp implement Do not bang it with a hammer Do not step on it Never attempt to dismantle or try to convert the battery pack 42 Safety instructions for PARO s battery pack Do not leave it within the reach of an infant or a child Do not place it on or in electromagnetic cookers microwave ovens or pressure vessels If you notice an odd smell overheating change of color or shape or any other anomalies when using charging or storing the battery pack please remove it from the main body or the designated charger and stop using it If there is liquid leakage and liquid get into your eyes please do not rub your eyes Instead rinse them thoroughly with tap water and consult a doctor Leaving untreated may result in damage to your eyes Please rinse it off with tap water immediately if any liquid from the battery pack is leaked out and attached to your skin or cloths Do not dispose the used battery pack as your normal waste and please follow your local authorities instructions 13 Recycling the battery pack For Customer2. PARO 10 Safety instructions for use of the AC adaptor A Warning A A S Do not use or leave the AC adaptor S Beware of the electric cords in direct sunlight or near heat producing If the electric cords are pulled by accident appliances PARO may fall and cause injury to Leaving the AC adaptor in direct sunlight people nearby or close to another source of heat Keep the electric cords in order may cause the AC adaptor to overheat Do not wind the electric cord around and could lead to a fire or other damage the AC adaptor If the electric cord is damaged stop using it immediately S Do not use the AC adaptor on unstable or uneven surfaces Do not put the AC adaptor where it may fall off Do not put the AC adaptor on its side or upside down S Do not touch the AC adaptor for a long period of time Contact maintained over a long period of time can cause burns to the user 11 Safety instructions for PARO s battery pack A Never allow the battery pack to become immersed in liquid such as water sea water etc Do not let it get wet Do not use or leave the battery pack in areas of high temperature such as near a fire or heater 176 F or more When you charge the battery pack make sure that it is attached to the main body and use only the designated charger sold as an option Do not use anything else If you use the battery pack for any purpose other than for PARO it may become damaged
3. used in steamy ro damp or dusty areas it can cause a fire or electric shock Never use the AC adaptor in a bathroom S Do not modify the AC adaptor Modifying the AC adaptor can damage to overheat or explode The AC adaptor is not a toy X lz PARO or cause it to stop working Zz It could also cause the batteries near a source of fire Charging or leaving the AC adaptor near a source of fire or in bright sunlight can cause a fire or electric shock clothing or other materials Covering the AC adaptor with clothing or other materials can cause the AC adaptor to overheat and could lead to a fire Do not leave the AC adaptor on fabric carpet blanket Do not cover the AC adaptor with clothes or other materials Do not dress the AC adaptor in clothing Safety instructions for use of the AC adaptor A Warning A A Do not touch the plug with wet hands OQ Unplug the AC adaptor during If you plug or unplug the AC adaptor thunder storms with wet hands An electric surge caused by EN you may get an electric shock lightning can cause injury 0a to users or damage to PARO Unplug the AC adaptor when you S Do not put the AC adaptor s connector will not be using PARO for an extended in your mouth period of time The AC adaptor s connector can cause electric shock if it is put inside a person s mouth Make sure that children do not put the connector in their mouths when playing with
4. O 16 Let s turn on PARO Before you use PARO charge the battery pack fully Otherwise you can use PARO by plugging in the AC adaptor 1 Put PARO on a flat surface like a table or floor so that PARO is lying on its belly av Do not place PARO upside down or on its side If you do so while you are turning PARO on it can cause damage to PARO 2 Press the on off switch between PARO s hind flippers for one second After a few moments PARO will start moving automatically The location of the on off switch The on off switch is located between PARO s two hind flippers as shown below Side view 5 NS Artificial fur The on off switch Back view The on off switch is located underneath the artificial fur When you press the switch it will make a clicking sound The on off switch is not visible because it is concealed by the fur You can feel for the switch with your finger There is a small bump on the on off switch 17 Let s turn on PARO Let s play with PARO After pressing the switch between PARO s hind flippers for a second PARO will start moving and you can begin playing with PARO Petting PARO softly Touching PARO s whiskers When you gently pet PARO s body it will What will PARO do cry happily and express feelings of comfort You can pet PARO s whole body its head chin back and sides PARO is sensitive to light If you flash a bright ligh
5. Table of Contents Since PARO is an electric toy care must be exercised to prevent fire INTrOdUCUON lt casatatuuastoenstevecuciereteutesmdnabertonkinasuedt 3 PARO s Sensors and feelings ccccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 22 Functional explanations cccccccseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 23 Important information about this Manual 4 PARO uses electricity cccccceeseecccesseeeceeeeeeeseees 23 How to charge PARO cccccssseeecceseeeeseeeeeesnaeees 24 Safety instructions nneeenneeeennnenenereerrrresrrenen 5 Charging instructions cccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaneeees 25 How to let PARO operate and rest ccceseeee 26 Safety instructions for use of the AC adaptor 9 Place of Serial NUMDEL ccccccceeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseaeees 26 PARO s stomach underside ccccceeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaees 2 Safety instructions regarding Changing the battery cccccceccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeees 29 Battery pack iswiee nena eee 12 Additional information for safe operation of PARO 31 Recycling the battery pack ccceeeeeeeees 14 Mow to se PARO 12 6 eetiiac cc telee 31 How to use the AC adaptor cccccecceseeeeeeeeeeeees 32 Introduction to PARO ecceccecceeesseeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeees 15 How to use the battery pack ccceeeceeeeeeeeeeees 33 List of PARO S accessories cseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeees 16 Troublesh
6. al cord ee Do not let the cord get pinched between If the electric cord is damaged it can cause a fire or electric shock In order to avoid damaging the electric cord furniture and the wall Do not modify the cord Keep the cord away from children Do not let children put the cord in their mouths Keep the cord away from heat producing appliances or other sources of high heat Do not put heavy objects on the cord Do not wind the cord around the AC adaptor When you are unplugging the AC adaptor hold onto the plug and do not pull the cord lf the cord is damaged stop using it immediately Make sure an adult is present when children are using PARO e Unsupervised children can get their fingers stuck in the mechanism swallow small parts removed from PARO or cause serious accidents while using PARO This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge If they have been given supervision orinstruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance An adult who has read and understood the instructions should make sure that children are PARO properly PARO is not intended for use by children under 8 years old Safety instructions Although PARO has an anti electromagnetic wave shield if
7. any difficulty operating PARO stop using it immediately Refer to the Customer Support Booklet for information about our customer support services In the case of any repairs charges may apply Important information about this Manual The following symbols are used in the User Manual Before you start using PARO knowing these symbols will help you to use the product safely Improper use of PARO can cause fire electric shock or serious personal injury Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or lives of others This is a warning against something that may cause damage to PARO or other property if the warning Is ignored You are informed what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to PARO or other property symbols and their meanings Prohibition A Q S Fire Electric shock Prohibited Do not get Do not touch wet with wet hands Directions for use TE Ce Unplug Safety Instructions A Warning A A S Do not use PARO in steamy damp or dusty areas y Sa Use of PARO in steamy damp or dusty areas can cause fire or electric shock Never use PARO in the bathroom 2 dPARO cannot swim 2 gt PARO cannot be washed S Do not disassemble or modify PARO O Disassembling or modifying PARO can cause fire electric shock or personal injury and will void your Be warranty A This may cause fire or elec
8. color and is called the yellow coat for the first few days After that their fur changes color and they have a pure white coat They grow by feeding on their mother s milk After two weeks the baby harp seal s fur changes to the same grey color as its mother s PARO is covered with artificial fur similar to the fur of the harp seal baby which is soft and inviting to the touch PARO s body is also soft and comforting Just like the baby harp seal which spends almost all day sleeping PARO has a diurnal rhythm consisting of morning daytime and night PARO goes to sleep or moves actively according to this daily rhythm PARO has sensors for sight hearing and touch as well as the ability to move autonomously PARO can also recognize the particular conditions in its environment For example PARO can recognize the source of light learn its name recognize words for greeting and praise feel when it is being stroked or patted forcefully and when it is being held by a person Through this interaction between PARO and a person PARO can react as if PARO has emotions and a warm heart and develop a character which changes the ways it responds and cries PARO can also learn the user s preferences for PARO s behavior Almost all the cries made by PARO use the voice of a real baby harp seal PARO is an autonomous robot and can behave as if it has a warm heart or emotions and can show surprise and happiness PARO expresses its feelings by closing and opening
9. e person s voice PARO responds to the person who calls it the most m Even if some other person calls PARO by name PARO will not gt respond to that other person Go ahead and give PARO your favorite name Interact with PARO often and for a long time Pets tend to resemble their owners PARO is no exception PARO learns how to respond through interaction with its owner When PARO is treated roughly PARO can easily get angry If PARO is petted gently it will feel happy 20 When you are grooming PARO Do not hold PARO with only one hand cleaning washing brushing turn it off or by grabbing its fur If PARO is left on it may be damaged This can damage the fur P Handle PARO gently with both hands E When you are not using PARO Do not pull PARO s fur roughly Do not pull PARO s whiskers PARO must occasionally have a rest If you do they may fall out or break turn off the switch P To turn PARO off press the switch DXL between PARO s hind flippers for 3 seconds XMake sure PARO has stopped moving We recommend charging PARO whenever you want to play with it Refer to page 24 25 for charging instructions ON PARO s sensors and feelings 1 Touch Vision 3 Hearing 4 Position Vocalizations 6 Motion J Temperature Head back front and hind flippers chin whiskers When you touch these parts of its body PARO will respond PARO can distinguish light intensities as well as f
10. its eyes as well as moving its head and flippers Please take good care of PARO and enjoy it by interacting with it verbally and by touching it When PARO is stroked softly and gently or held in a person s arms it feels good and happy On the other hand if PARO is hit it gets angry When PARO s whiskers are touched it moves its head from side to side as if it is shy When interacting with PARO you will obtain a therapeutic effect such as a feeling of ease or something to look forward to and enjoy which will enable you to enjoy daily life PARO is a handmade product so each one has different facial features Please cherish and take care of your PARO for a long time For more detailed information refer to http paro jp 245 PARO s accessories Please confirm all of the necessary accessories are included in the box before you start using PARO PARO Printed materials Interactive harp seal robot Instructions Customer Support Booklet These materials contain important information for using PARO so do not lose them AC adaptor This is the battery charger for PARO Packaging boxes XThe pacifier is available in two colors These are the materials PARO was Enjoy changing the color of the pacifier delivered in that best suits your PARO If you need to return PARO to PARO Clinic for any reasons you will need these boxes so retain them in a clean and dry place Battery pack The battery pack is located inside PAR
11. lashes of light PARO recognizes words of greeting and praise and can learn its own name At the same time PARO can recognize the direction from which a sound is coming PARO can recognize whether it is being held and the general position of its body PARO can vocalize when it is touched or its name is called PARO can express its feelings by moving its head front and back flippers and opening and closing its eyes When a user interferes with PARO s movements PARO will shake This response protects its joints and is normal PARO will stop moving if PARO has been active for a long time or it is ina warm room since PARO does not like to be hot aD
12. ooting enrian aaas a 35 Frequently Asked Questions cccccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 38 Let s turn on PARO aaannoannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnsnrnnrnresnrrnn 17 Technical specifications cccccceeccccseeceeeeeeeeaeeeeaeeees 40 Location of the on off switch esnnseenneeenenns 17 Let s play with PARO sannososnnnnnnnsnsnnnnnesennnnne gt 18 MAE ann E E E eei 43 When PARO stops moving 00cccesseeeeeeees 19 When you are not using PARO sansassnnsnennnnna 21 NOTE Although the positive emotional effects of PARO are well documented the therapeutic effects of using PARO will differ from person to person and therefore cannot be guaranteed Introduction This product has been designed with the AID CASO Qf user s safety in mind Smoke Improper use however can cause fire Strange noise or strange smell 3 electric shock or personal injury Water or a foreign object gets inside PARO To prevent accidents from occurring PARO is dropped and stops working Before you turn PARO on read the safety instructions on pages 4 14 1 Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall You will find general instructions about 2 If PARO is moving turn it off by pressing PARO on these pages the switch located between its hind flippers After you have read those instructions refer to page 17 make sure to keep this manual for future 3 Remove the battery pack refer to pages 29 30 reference If you experience
13. s in the U S A DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACKS DISPOSE OF BATTERIES PROPERLY You can return your used Lithium ion battery packs to PARO Robots U S Inc Note In some areas the disposal of Lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited For PARO Robots U S Inc TOLL FREE 866 980 PARO in the United States or contact us via email at clinic parorobots com Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Dispose of batteries according to local laws and regulations in your region The battery pack used in this device may be recycled and may be accepted for disposal at your local recycling center If you are not able to identify the applicable rules in your area please check the instructions of the battery manufacturer Do not disassemble puncture modify drop throw or unnecessary shock to batteries The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled Do not dispose of batteries in a fire or trash incinerator Dispose of used batteries properly After use please send the battery back to PARO Robots U S Inc Introduction to PARO PARO is modeled after a baby harp seal Every year during the last ten days of February through the first ten days of March harp seals gather on the ice and in the seawater of St Lawrence Gulf in northeast Canada to give birth to their babies The baby harp seal has a coat of soft fur which is light gold in
14. t on PARO s face such as taking a picture in the dark PARO will close its eyes to protect them from the glare Do not pull PARO s whiskers when you touch them Touch the whiskers gently PARO is very sensitive 18 Hold PARO in your arms PARO can recognize when it is being held closely If you hold PARO roughly PARO will get angry Speak to PARO PARO can recognize the sound of its owner s voice PARO will respond by crying and moving TO Brush PARO Please brush PARO with a soft brush Brush PARO gently and in the direction of its fur Let s turn on PARO When PARO stops movin If you leave PARO alone for a while it will go to sleep To wake up PARO you can pet its back or turn it on by pressing the switch between its hind flippers for one second When the battery is fully discharged PARO will stop moving Charge PARO using the AC adaptor and the cord with the attached pacifier If PARO s behavior appears abnormal turn it off by using the on off switch After a few minutes turn the switch back on If the problem persists PARO might be damaged Turn it off Let s turn on PARO Name your PARO PARO learns the name it is frequently called by its owner For example when you repeatedly call it Tom instead of PARO PARO learns that its name is Tom and responds when it is called PARO can also recognize the person who is calling its name and Cas can respond to th
15. tric shock If water or objects get inside PARO immediately turn PARO off by pressing the on off switch Remove the battery pack Have PARO inspected and repaired S Do not use PARO near a source fire Charging or leaving PARO near a a4 Source of fire or in bright sunlight Gy can cause fire or electric shock HELP S Do not sleep with PARO Sleeping with PARO for a long time e g throughout the night may cause PARO to overheat and could cause burns to the user S Do not cover PARO with clothing or other materials Covering PARO with clothing or other materials can cause PARO to overheat Overheating can cause a fire or cause PARO to malfunction Do not leave PARO on a thick carpet or fabric such as a blanket Do not cover PARO with clothes or other materials Do not dress PARO in clothing Z Waring A A S Do not wash PARO s fur Do not use detergent on PARO lf water or detergent gets inside PARO it can cause a fire or damage PARO S Do not use any AC adaptors or battery packs except those provided in the box Use of AC adaptors or battery packs other than those provided can cause a fire or electric shock PARO must only be used with the recommended AC adaptor Do not use or leave PARO in direct sunlight or near other sources of heat If left in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat PARO can overheat and cause a fire Safety instructions S Avoid damage to the electric
16. you have a pacemaker keep PARO away from your chest during use Electromagnetic waves may interfere with the operation of pacemakers In case of any malfunction of your pacemaker while using PARO consult your doctor immediately Keep PARO s whiskers from user s eyes PARO s whiskers can cause injury if they contact a person s eyes Safety instructions S Do not put heavy objects on PARO Do not put fragile or hazardous objects PARO can be damaged if heavy near PARO objects are placed on it or PARO Since PARO can move on its own keep is squeezed too hard fragile or hazardous objects away from Do not ride or sit on PARO PARO as PARO could be damaged or you could fall off and suffer Turn PARO s power switch off serious injury when you want to clean or brush PARO Only after PARO has fully stopped moving should you clean or brush PARO S Do not put PARO on unstable or uneven surfaces Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be Do not put PARO on surfaces made by children without supervision where PARO may fall off Do not put PARO on its side or Use caution when unzipping the opening upside down as damage can occur on stomach Do not drop PARO as it can cause Your finger can get caught in the zipper and damage to PARO or injury to users you may be injured or others Safety Instructions for use of the AC adaptor Awami A A 9 Do not use the AC adaptor in steamy damp or dusty areas a If the AC adaptor is
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