YULU Oops Scoops - User Manual

2x AAA Batteries Required
GAME RULES
PACK INCLUDES:
12x Scoops
2x Difculty Level Base Scoops
1x Cone
1x Cone stand
1x Scooper with Spinner
1x Instruction Manual

Summary

Game Rules and Components

Pack Includes

Lists all items included in the Oops Scoops game package.

Battery Requirements

Specifies the type and quantity of batteries needed for the game.

Game Setup and Difficulty

Objectives

Explains the goal of the game: stacking the tallest tower without it falling.

Setup and Assembly

Step-by-step guide for setting up the cone and attaching base scoops.

Difficulty Levels

How to choose between easy (narrow opening) and hard (wide opening) base scoops.

Gameplay Instructions

How to Scoop

Instructions on using the scooper to pick up and place ice cream scoops.

How to Play

Details on turns, spinner actions, and winning/losing conditions.

Spinner Actions

Explains the outcomes of spinning the spinner: Skip, 1 Scoop, or 2 Scoops.

Play Modes

Using the Stand

Describes the easier play mode where the cone remains in the stand.

Passing the Cone

Explains the play mode where players hold and pass the cone during their turn.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

This document outlines the rules and features of "Oops Scoops," a game designed for 2-4 players aged 4 and up, with an estimated playtime of 15 minutes. The game involves stacking ice cream scoops on a wobbly cone, challenging players' dexterity and precision.

Function Description

The primary function of "Oops Scoops" is to provide an engaging and challenging game experience centered around stacking ice cream scoops. The game's core mechanic involves players taking turns to add scoops to a growing tower on an ice cream cone. The cone is designed to become increasingly wobbly as more scoops are added, increasing the difficulty and excitement. The objective is to stack the tallest tower of scoops without causing any to fall. If a player causes scoops to fall, they are out of the game. The last player remaining with their scoops intact wins.

The game utilizes a special scooper tool equipped with a spinner. This spinner dictates the action a player must perform on their turn, adding an element of chance and variety to the gameplay. The scooper is also used to carefully pick up and place the ice cream scoops onto the cone, requiring a steady hand and strategic placement.

Usage Features

The "Oops Scoops" game comes with several features designed to enhance gameplay and user experience:

• Pack Contents: The game includes 12 individual scoops, 2 difficulty level base scoops, 1 ice cream cone, 1 cone stand, 1 scooper with a spinner, and 1 instruction manual. These components are essential for setting up and playing the game.

• Battery Requirement: The game requires 2 AAA batteries, which are necessary to power the cone's wobbling mechanism and the scooper's spinner. This electronic component adds to the dynamic nature of the game, making the stacking challenge more unpredictable.

• Setup Process:

  1. Battery Installation: The first step in setting up the game involves installing 2 AAA batteries into the designated compartment within the cone. This ensures the cone's wobbling function is active.
  2. Cone Assembly: Players then choose one of the two blue base scoops and place it on top of the cone. These base scoops have four poles at the bottom that align with four place holders at the top of the cone, ensuring a firm snap into place.

• Difficulty Levels: The game offers two distinct difficulty levels, determined by the choice of the blue base scoop:

  • Easy (Narrow Opening): This base scoop provides a more stable foundation, making it easier to stack scoops initially.
  • Hard (Wide Opening): This base scoop offers a less stable foundation, increasing the wobbliness and challenge from the start. This feature allows players to customize the game's difficulty to suit their skill level or preference.

• How to Scoop: The scooper tool is central to the game's mechanics:

  1. Grabbing Scoops: Players grab the scooper with the spinner facing up. To pick up a scoop, the scooper is placed on top of a scoop, and a lever on the right side of the scooper is pressed to lift the scoop.
  2. Placing Scoops: Once a scoop is secured, players carefully place it on top of the existing tower of scoops on the cone. The goal is to do this without causing the tower to topple over.

• Gameplay Flow:

  1. Initial Setup: A blue base scoop is chosen and placed on the cone. The cone is then turned on by switching its power button.
  2. First Turn: The youngest player begins by pressing the lever on the scooper to activate the spinner.
  3. Spinner Actions: The spinner displays symbols that dictate the player's action:
     • Skip: The player passes the scooper to the next player, effectively skipping their turn.
     • 1 Scoop: The player must choose one scoop, grab it with the scooper, and stack it on the cone.
     • 2 Scoops: The player must stack two scoops on top of the cone, making the task more challenging.
  4. Turn Progression: After performing the action, the player passes the scooper to the next player.
  5. Elimination: Play continues until a player causes the tower of scoops to fall. That player is then out of the game.
  6. Winning: The game restarts with the remaining players until only one player is left, who is declared the winner.

• Two Play Modes: "Oops Scoops" offers two distinct play modes to further vary the experience:

  • Using the Stand (Easier Version): In this mode, the cone remains in its stand throughout the entire game. For each turn, the player presses the lever on the scooper to spin it and then performs the indicated action. If the tower topples over while passing the scooper, the player passing the cone is out. This mode provides a more stable base for the cone, making the stacking challenge slightly less precarious.
  • Passing the Cone: In this more challenging mode, players hold the cone when it is their turn. They spin the spinner on the scooper, perform the action, and then pass the cone to the next player. The added challenge comes from the instability of holding the cone, and if the tower topples over during the pass, the player passing the cone is out. This mode significantly increases the difficulty and requires greater care and coordination.

Maintenance Features

While the manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features in a dedicated section, several points can be inferred regarding the care and longevity of the game components:

• Battery Management:

  • New Batteries: For optimal performance, new alkaline batteries are recommended.
  • Rechargeable Batteries: If using rechargeable batteries, they must be charged under adult supervision and removed from the toy before charging.
  • Non-Rechargeable Batteries: Non-rechargeable batteries must not be recharged.
  • Mixing Batteries: It is crucial not to mix old and new batteries, or different types of batteries (alkaline, standard carbon-zinc, or rechargeable).
  • Polarity: Batteries must be inserted with the correct polarity to ensure proper function.
  • Removal: Exhausted batteries must be removed from the product, and batteries should be removed from the product when not in use to prevent leakage or damage.
  • Disposal: Batteries should not be disposed of in a fire.

• Product Care:

  • Cleaning: Although not explicitly stated, it is generally good practice to keep the game components clean and free from dust or debris. A soft, dry cloth would likely suffice for cleaning the plastic parts.
  • Storage: Storing the game in its original packaging or a suitable container when not in use can protect the components from damage and loss, ensuring all parts are available for future play.
  • Handling: The instruction to "carefully place the scoop" and "don't let any of the scoops fall" implies that the components, particularly the scoops and cone, should be handled with care to avoid breakage or wear.

• Safety Warnings:

  • Small Parts: The warning "SMALL PARTS - CHOKING HAZARD. Not Suitable for children under 3 years" highlights the importance of keeping the game away from very young children to prevent accidental ingestion of small components.
  • Adult Supervision: The mention of adult supervision for rechargeable battery charging suggests a general recommendation for adult oversight during gameplay, especially with younger children, to ensure safe and proper use of the game.

• Environmental Responsibility: The presence of the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) symbol indicates that the product should not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. This promotes responsible disposal and environmental protection.

In summary, "Oops Scoops" is a dynamic and engaging stacking game that combines physical dexterity with an element of chance. Its adjustable difficulty, varied play modes, and interactive scooper tool provide a fun challenge for players, while clear instructions and safety warnings ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Proper battery management and general care of the components will contribute to the longevity of the game.

YULU Oops Scoops Specifications

General

Brand	YULU
Product Name	Oops Scoops
Category	Toy
Minimum Age	4 years
Number of Players	2-4
Material	Plastic
Batteries Required	No
Product Dimensions	26.67 x 8.26 x 26.67 cm
Recommended Age	4 years and up