Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game

1. Product Overview

The Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game is designed to enhance fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and understanding of cause and effect in children aged 3 years and older. This wooden toy features a flamingo base and ten colorful chick pieces that players carefully stack to maintain balance.

2. Safety Information

• This product is made from high-quality wood and painted with non-toxic water-based paints.
• Meets all European and American safety standards.
• Recommended for children aged 3 years and above. Adult supervision is recommended during play.
• Inspect all components regularly for any signs of wear or damage. Discontinue use if any parts are broken.

3. What's in the Box

Your Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game includes the following components:

• 1 x Wooden Flamingo (consisting of a base, body, neck, head, and two wings)
• 10 x Wooden Chick Pieces (in various colors and sizes)

The image below shows the individual components of the game.

Figure 1: All components included in the Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game.

4. Setup Instructions

Follow these steps to assemble your Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game:

1. Insert the longer wooden stick into the hole on the blue base, ensuring it is firmly seated. This forms the main stand for the flamingo.
2. Slide the pink flamingo body piece onto the top of the main stand. The slot on the body should face upwards.
3. Insert the shorter wooden stick (the neck) into the top hole of the pink flamingo body.
4. Place the flamingo head onto the top of the neck stick.
5. Carefully slide the two wooden wing pieces into the horizontal slot on the flamingo body. Ensure they are balanced and extend evenly on both sides.

Your flamingo is now assembled and ready for play.

5. Operating Instructions (How to Play)

The objective of the game is to carefully stack the ten colorful chick pieces onto the flamingo's wings without causing the flamingo to tip over or any chicks to fall.

1. Players take turns placing one chick piece at a time onto the flamingo's wings.
2. Chicks can be placed on either side of the wings. Consider the weight and size of each chick to maintain balance.
3. The player who causes the flamingo to tip or any chick to fall loses the round.
4. For an added challenge, try stacking chicks on top of each other on the wings.

The image below illustrates the game in progress with chicks stacked on the flamingo's wings.

Figure 2: Chicks being balanced on the flamingo's wings.

Watch the official product video for a demonstration of the game:

6. Maintenance

To ensure the longevity of your wooden balancing game, follow these maintenance tips:

• Clean the wooden pieces with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
• Do not immerse the toy in water.
• Store the game in a dry place, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, to prevent warping or fading.

7. Troubleshooting

If you encounter difficulties with the game, consider the following:

• Difficulty Balancing: The game is designed to be challenging. Experiment with different placements of the chicks and try to distribute weight evenly across the wings. Some users have found that applying a small amount of wood glue to the flamingo's body and neck joints can increase stability, though this is a permanent modification and not officially recommended.
• Loose Parts: Ensure all wooden sticks are fully inserted into their respective holes during assembly.

8. Specifications

9. Warranty and Support

This product comes with no manufacturer warranty. For any questions or support regarding your Janod Zigolos Wooden Flamingo Balancing Game, please contact the retailer where the product was purchased or visit the official Janod website for customer service information.