Using the Hape Red Lights Piano is a breeze. First, you can either plug it in with the included cable or use batteries. When you turn it on, kids can start by following the light - up keys to learn how to play. As they get more confident, they can select different instruments and play along to the six stylized tunes or eight drum beats with adjustable tempos. You can also try the Smart Play function, where any key you press will play the correct note. And don't forget to use the record & playback feature to listen to your performance. Regarding maintenance, keep it in a dry place. If it's not used for a while, make sure to turn it off. When the background music finishes and it's not used for three minutes, it'll enter rest mode, but you can easily re - activate it by pressing any key. This piano is suitable for kids aged 3 and up, so make sure younger kids are supervised while using it.