Zhu Zhu Pets artificial intelligence functions thorugh a sensitized code reader. The pet is equipped with a proprietary code reader which allows the pet to react to the different locations inside the Zhu Zhu Pets’ environments. The Zhu Zhu Pets’ Fun House and add on sets are sold separately. The code reader has no function outside of the play sets.

Unlike real hamster pets, the Zhu Zhu pets can entertain at the touch of a button. Zhu Zhu pets are built in with two modes; The Loving/Talking Mode which allows kids to Pet them, love them,then hear them squeak and chatter back. The Explore Mode lets them scoot, scamper, bump & boogie across the floor or through their Hamster Habitat. This is sure to get the kids excited as the Zhu Zhu pets scamper around in their Zhu Zhu Accessories.

1. Talk Mode: this is the nurturing, loving mode, when you want to give your pet special attention without having it try to scurry away from you. Press the Head Button to make the pet coo, chirp, and make a variety of cute sounds. It will continue to make new sounds every few seconds or every time you
push the Head button. After about one minute the pet will automatically go to sleep.

2. Explore Mode: this is where you get to watch the pet go out and explore the world! Press the Back Button to engage the motor, then set the pet down and let it go. In Explore Mode the pet will entertain you with crazy fun sounds and wacky movements. It will back up when it bumps its nose. Press the Back Button again while in Explore mode and the pet will go to sleep. If left alone in explore mode the pet will automatically go to sleep after about four minutes.

3. Sleep Mode: the pet will sleep to conserve energy and save the batteries when not in use. You can wake it up by pressing the Head or Back button. Sleep Mode also doubles as a Try-Me Mode for the pet. In Sleep mode the nose button is active and will cause the pet to make simple sounds each time
the button is pressed. It will then go back to sleep.

Here’s some facts / precaution that you need to know about Zhu Zhu pets:

• The hamsters are designed to act randomly and unpredictably. Yours may not act the same each time.
• If the hamster makes sounds but the wheels will not turn, open the battery box, make sure both batteries are firmly seated in position.
• If the hamster does not run or make sounds the batteries may be depleted. Replace with fresh AAA batteries. For best performance and battery life use Alkaline or better.
• If the hamster seems to get stuck moving around in the play sets check all of the snaps and connector junctions. Your hamster works best on smooth, hard, even surfaces. It will not work on carpet or other soft surfaces. Do not use in sand, grass, or wet conditions.
• Running time and battery life will depend on play conditions and may vary.
• Do not let the hamster run in sand or water. This may damage the electronics and gears.
• To make your hamster go to sleep, press the back button while in explore mode.
• The sleep timer is reset each time the hamster passes over a code in a play set.
• Spot clean only, do not soak.
• Remove the batteries if the hamster is stored for long periods of time.
• If the hamster gets wet for any reason, remove the batteries and allow the hamster to air dry overnight before attempting to operate it again.
• Keep fingers, hair, and loose clothing away from the wheels.
• Batteries supplied with this toy are for in-store demonstration purposes and may require replacing in a short period of time.

The Zhu Zhu Pets do require interaction from the kids in order to function at their optimum… and they do come with a guarantee so if you do encounter any flaws you could easily get a refund or exchange the product.