Barbie 74518, Surf-n Fun Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions

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Owner’s Manual with Assembly Instructions

Please read this manual and save it with your original sales receipt.

For Model 74518

Product features may vary from the picture above.

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Tools needed for assembly:Phillips Screwdriver, Hammer, Slotted Screwdriver, and Safety Scissors.

Use only with a Power Wheels®Type H 6 Volt Battery, a Power Wheels®25 Amp Fuse

and a Power Wheels®Type H 6 Volt Charger (all included).

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CAUTION

Use the charger indoors only.

Important Information

A Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

B Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

C Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

D Parts Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

E Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

F Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

G Label Decoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

H Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

I Battery Care and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

J Rules for Safe Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

K How to Operate Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

L Caring for Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

M Problems and Solutions Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

N Statement of Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

O Authorized Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

• Your new vehicle requires adult assembly. Please set

aside at least 30 minutes for assembly.

• You must charge your battery for 18 - 30 hours BEFORE

YOU USE YOUR VEHICLE FOR THE FIRST TIME. We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly. Please see Batter y Charging beginning on page 7 for detailed instructions.

• Read this manual carefully for important safety informa-

tion and operating instructions before using your vehicle.

• This vehicle is designed for use on grass, asphalt and

other hard surfaces by children 11/2- 4 years of age.

• To prevent damaging the motors and gears, do not tow

anything behind the vehicle or overload it. Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 50 lbs (23 kg).

• To prevent damage to the motors and gears, do not use

the handle to push the vehicle if your child is not pressing the foot pedal.

• If you have any questions about your Power Wheels

vehicle, please call our toll-free service lines at 1-800-348-0751 from 8 AM to 6 PM (EST) Monday through Friday.Trained customer service representatives are available to take your call in English or French.Habla Español? Si usted tiene alguna pregunta ó necesita asistencia llame gratis 1-800-348-0755 para los Estados Unidos.Tenemos representantes que hablan español para atender su llamada.

• For your convenience, Power Wheels®maintains an Authorized Service Center Network with more than 400 authorized service centers nationwide. Our authorized service centers will repair or replace par ts under warranty at no extra charge, and can perform non-warranty repairs for a minimal charge. Please see the Authorized Service Center list beginning on page 24 to find the authorized service center nearest you, or call 1-800-348-0751.

• Please complete and return the enclosed Registration Card today, or call 1-800-348-0751 to register your vehicle by phone.

Parts

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WARNING

• Children can be harmed by small parts, sharp edges and sharp points in the vehicle’s unassembled state, or by electrical items.Care should be taken in unpacking and assembly of the vehicle.Children should not handle parts, including the battery, or help in assembly of the vehicle.

• Keep small parts and plastic bags out of children’s reach. Dispose of plastic bags properly.

• Adult supervision is required. Children do not have the judgement necessar y to avoid many accidents. Be sure that children operating this vehicle can do so safely and that they are supervised at all times.

• Never use near steps, driveways, steep inclines, roadways, alleys, swimming pool areas or other bodies of water.

• Always wear shoes or sneakers when operating this vehicle.

• Never allow more than one rider.

• The rider should sit on the seat when the vehicle is in operation.

• Hot motor cover. Handle carefully.

• Never alter this vehicle or its electrical system in any way. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in injury and could also ruin the electr ical system.

• Use of the wrong type battery, fuse or charger could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in serious injury.

• Use of Power Wheels®components in products other than Power Wheels®vehicles could cause overheating, fire or explosion.

• The battery must be handled by adults only.The batter y is heavy and contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injur y.

• Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connector.This can damage the battery and possibly cause a fire resulting in injury. Lift and carry the batter y by the case only.

• Read the cautions on the back panel of the battery.

• Never allow children to charge the battery. Batter y charging must be done by adults only. A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery.

• Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery. If damage or excessive wear is detected, do not use the vehicle until you have replaced the worn or damaged par t as it could possibly cause a fire resulting in injury.

Warnings

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• If you experience a problem with this product, or are missing a part, please call us at 1-800-348-0751, rather than return this product to the store.

• Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts are discarded.

• Metal parts have been coated with a lubricant to protect them during shipment. Wipe all metal parts with a paper towel to remove any excess lubricant.

Parts

Not Shown:

Literature Bag

6-VOLT

CHARGER

Small Parts Bag

Hubcap – 2

Battery Retainer

Dashboard

Microphone

Shock Set

Headlight Lens Set

Fender

Handgrip – 2

Handgrip

Streamer – 2

6 V olt Charger

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Parts

Fairing

Not Shown: Label Sheets

6 V olt Battery

Left Handlebar

Vehicle Body

Seat

Front Axle

Right Handlebar

Front Wheel

Handle

Wheel Bushing – 2

#8 x7/8" Screw

Cap Nut – 3*

#8 x 11/2" Screw – 4

25 Amp Fuse – 2*

Radio Knob – 2

Gas Cap

#8 x3/4" Screw – 4

All Screws Shown

Actual Size

*For your convenience, an extra 25 amp fuse and cap nut have been included.

#12 x 11/4" Screw

Key Assembly

Handlebar Plug – 2

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1. Vehicle Body

2. Fender

3. Inner Shock Half - 2

4. Outer Shock Half - 2

5. Cap Nut - 2

6. Front Axle

7. Hubcap - 2

8. Wheel Bushing - 2

9. Front Wheel

10. Headlight Lens - 2

11. Fairing

12. Right Handlebar

13. Left Handlebar

14. Handlebar Plug - 2

15. Handgrip - 2

16. Handgrip Streamer - 2

17. Seat

18. Battery Retainer

19. 6 V olt Battery

20. 25 Amp Fuse

21. Gas Cap

22. Dashboard

23. Key Assembly

24. Radio Knob - 2

25. Microphone

26. 6 V olt Charger

27. Handle

Parts Diagram

151516

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Important Notes:

• Your new battery must be charged for at least

18 hours before you use it in your vehicle for the first time.

• We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly of your new vehicle.

• The battery must be upright while charging.

• The charger is not a toy.

• Do not short circuit the supply terminals.

• You do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to recharge it.

• Use only a Power Wheels®Type H 6 volt charger (120 VAC 60 Hz 12W with an output of 6 VDC 800mA) to charge your Power Wheels®6 volt battery.

WARNING

• The battery must be handled by adults only. The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injur y.

• Never allow children to charge the battery. Battery charging must be done by adults only. A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery.

• Use of the wrong type battery, fuse or charger could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in serious injury.

• Use of Power Wheels®components in products other than Power Wheels

vehicles could cause overheating, fire or explosion.

• Read the cautions on the back panel of the battery.

• Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connectors.This can damage the battery and possibly cause a fire. Lift and carry the batter y by the case only.

• Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery. If damage or excessive wear is detected, do not use the charger or the vehicle until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.

• Never alter this vehicle or its electrical system in any way. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in injury and could also ruin the electrical system.

CAUTION

Use the charger indoors only.

Battery Charging

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• Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet. Note: If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a

switch, make sure the switch is “ON”.

• Before first-time use, charge the battery for at least 18

hours. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.

Note: The batter y must be upr ight while charging.

• Recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of your vehicle.Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours.

• Once the battery is charged, disconnect the charger connector from the battery connector. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet.The battery is now ready to be installed in your vehicle.Please see the Battery Installation section on page 16 for detailed instructions on installing your battery. If your battery is already installed in your vehicle, simply re-connect the battery connector and motor harness connector.

• If you are charging the battery for the first time, insert a 25 amp fuse into the battery.

Note: The top of the fuse will not be flush with the top of the battery when properly installed.

• If you are recharging your battery, make sure the 25 amp fuse already installed in the battery is in good condition. Remove the fuse from the battery and look at it to make sure it is not blown.Replace a blown fuse with a new Pow er Wheels®25 amp fuse.

IMPORTANT

A 25 AMP FUSE MUST BE INSTALLED IN TOP

OF BATTERY BEFORE TOY WILL RECHARGE

OR OPERATE

25 Amp Fuse

Battery Connector

Charger Connector

• Squeeze the connector tabs on the charger connector and plug it into the battery connector.

IMPORTANT NOTE! If you are recharging your battery, you will first need to disconnect the battery connector from the motor harness connector under the seat.

GOOD FUSE

"BLOWN" FUSE

Battery Charging

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Swivel Bracket

Left Handlebar

• Stand the vehicle body on its rear wheels.

• Slide the left handlebar through the holes in the left side of the swivel bracket.

Note: The left handlebar is mar ked “L”; the right handlebar is marked “R”.

• Position the ribbed end of a handlebar plug against the top end of a handlebar.

• Push firmly to insert the handlebar plug into the end of the handlebar.

• Moisten a handgrip with warm water.

• Slide the handgrip onto the end of the handlebar.

• Repeat this procedure to attach the other handlebar plug and handgrip to the other handlebar.

Do not omit any steps. Please set aside at least 30 minutes for assembly.

• Using the tip of a slotted screwdriver, press the metal retainer on a handgrip streamer into the hole in a handgrip, as shown.

• Repeat this procedure to attach the other handgrip streamer to the other handgrip.

• Align the screw holes in the left side of the swivel bracket with the screw holes in the left handlebar.

• Insert two #8 x 3/4" screws into the left handlebar.

• Tighten each screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

• Repeat steps 3 and 4 to assemble the right handlebar to the vehicle body.

Assembly

Handgrip

Handgrip Streamer

Handlebar Plug

Hand Grip

Swivel Bracket

Left Handlebar

Vehicle Body

#8 x 3/4" Screw – 2 Shown Actual Size

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• Position the vehicle body upright.

• Fit the dashboard onto the top of the swivel bracket.

• Align the screw holes in the dashboard and swivel bracket.

• Insert two #8 x 11/2" screws into the dashboard.

• Tighten each screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

• Stand the vehicle body on its rear wheels.

• Fit the fairing onto the front of the swivel bracket.

• Align the screw holes in the front of the fairing with the holes in the swivel bracket.

• Insert two #8 x 11/2" screws into the fairing.

• Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

• Apply labels to the dashboard as shown.

• Make sure the areas where the labels will be applied are clean and dry.

• For best adhesion, avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle.

• Snap the key assembly and radio knobs into the dashboard.

Note: Gently squeeze the tabs on the radio knobs together before inserting the knobs into the dashboard.

• Insert the microphone cord through the hole in the dashboard, as shown. Make sure the end of the microphone cord forms a “T” behind the dashboard so that it stays secure in the dashboard.

Assembly

Dashboard

Microphone

Dashboard

Radio Knobs

Key Assembly

Dashboard

Swivel Bracket

#8 x 11/2" Screw – 2

Shown Actual Size

Swivel Bracket

Fairing

#8 x 11/2" Screw – 2

Shown Actual Size

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Assembly

• Fit the fender onto the ends of the handlebars.(Make sure the end of the fender marked FRONT is facing toward the front of the vehicle.)

• Slide the fender up the handlebars to the fairing.

• Fit one end of the front axle into a cap nut.

• Tap the front axle with a hammer to secure the cap nut on the front axle.

Fender

Handlebars

Fairing

Cap Nut

Front Axle

Peg

Outer Shock Halves

Inner Shock Halves

Runner

✁

• Remove the rubber bands from the shock sets and dispose of the rubber bands.

• Using safety scissors, cut the four shock set halves from the runner.Carefully trim excess plastic and dispose of the runner and all excess plastic.

• Sort the inner shock halves from the outer shock halves.

Note: The inner shock halves have a peg.

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• Position the front wheel between the handlebars.

• Slide the front axle through the front wheel.

Assembly

• Fit and hold an inner shock half to the inside of a handlebar.

• Fit and hold an outer shock half to the outside of the same handlebar.

• Make sure the top ends of the shock halves fit under the fender.

Inner Shock Half

Fender

Outer Shock Half

• Slide the front axle through the hole in the shock halves and handlebar.

Front Axle

• Fit a wheel bushing into the hole in the center of the front wheel.

• Repeat this procedure to fit another wheel bushing into the hole on the other side of the front wheel.

Front Wheel

Wheel Bushing

• Fit and hold the hubcaps to each side of the front wheel.

• Make sure the posts on the inside of the hubcaps fit into the indentations on the front wheel, so that the hubcaps lay flat against the wheel.

Hubcap

Front Wheel

Front Wheel Front Axle

• Fit and hold an inner shock half to the inside of the exposed handlebar.

• Fit and hold an outer shock half to the outside of the same handlebar.

• Make sure the top ends of the shock halves fit under the fender.

Front Wheel

Fender

Outer Shock Half

Inner Shock Half

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Assembly

• Position the vehicle upright.

• Apply headlight labels to the fairing as shown.

• Make sure the areas where the labels will be applied are clean and dry.

• Slide the front axle through the handlebar. Note: If the front axle will not slide through the handlebar,

the handlebar may be out of alignment.To re-align, squeeze together the fairing and the handgrip at the top of that handlebar.

• Fit a cap nut on the end of the front axle.

• Support the front axle and tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the end of the front axle.

Cap Nut

Front Axle

Handlebar

• Align the “L” on the left headlight lens with the “L” in the left headlight on the fairing.

• Insert the tabs on the headlight lens into the slots in the fairing.

• Press firmly to snap the headlight lens into the fairing.

• Repeat this procedure to assemble the right headlight lens (marked “R”) to the fairing.

“L”

Headlight Lens

• Snap the gas cap into the vehicle body.

• Apply the fuel label to the gas cap.

• Make sure the area where the label will be applied is clean and dry.

Gas Cap

• Insert the tabs on the front of the seat into the vehicle body.

• Lower the seat.Do not fasten the seat until you have installed your charged battery. (See Battery Installation instructions on page 16.)

Seat

Tabs

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#12 x 11/4" Screw

Shown Actual Size

Assembly

• Position the handle so that it arcs away from the handlebar.(The screw holes in the back side of the handle should face through the rear of the vehicle).

• Fit the bottom of the handle into the storage compartment. Push firmly to make sure the handle is fully inserted into the compartment.

• Insert a #12 x 11/4" screw through the back of the vehicle and into the handle.

• Tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

This vehicle features a removable handle so parents can “guide” young drivers. Follow assembly steps 23 and 24 to assemble the handle to your vehicle.

Important! To prevent damage to the motors and gears, do not use the handle to push the vehicle if your child is not pressing the foot pedal.

Storage Compartment

Handle

Screw

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Label Decoration

Proper label application will help to keep the labels looking their best!

• Wash your hands before applying the labels.

• Make sure the areas where the labels will be applied are clean and dry.Wipe your vehicle with a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove any dust or oils.

• For best results, avoid applying a label more than once.

• Apply the labels as shown in the illustrations.

• After applying a label, rub the label firmly with a dry cloth to make sure the label is adhered to your vehicle.

One-time assembly is now complete. Important Note: Please carefully read the owner’s information in this manual.Teach your child about proper vehicle

operation and rules for safe driving before allowing operation of this vehicle.

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• Lift the seat to access the battery compar tment.

• Place the battery upright in the batter y compar tment.

Make sure the battery connector extends towards the rear of the vehicle.

• Make sure a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse in good

condition is installed in the battery.

• Insert the ends of the batter y retainer into the holes in

the battery compar tment.

• Lower the battery retainer over the top of the battery.

• Insert a #8 x 7/8" screw through the battery retainer and into the battery compar tment.

• Tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

• Squeeze the tabs on each side of the motor harness connector.

• Plug the battery connector into the motor harness connector.

Please Note: If the battery connector will not plug into the motor harness connector, turn it over and try again! Do not force the battery connector into the motor harness connector.

Battery Installation

Important Note: Use only a Power Wheels®Type H 6 volt battery with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse installed. Use of

any other battery or fuse will damage your vehicle.Be sure to insert the batter y correctly and always follow Power Wheels’ instructions for use and care. Make sure that you charge the battery for at least 18 hours before operating your vehicle for the first time. After first time use, charge the battery for at least 18 hours after each use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours. Failure to follow these instructions may damage your battery and will void your warranty.

Seat

Battery Retainer

Battery Connector

Rear of Vehicle

Battery

#8 x 7/8" Screw – 1

Shown Actual Size

Motor Harness Connector

Battery Connector

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Battery Installation

• Rotate the lock fastener 1/4turn using a slotted screwdriver to lock the battery compartment.

• To make sure the lock fastener is locked, insert the blade of the screwdriver under the back of the seat and push down on the screwdriver handle.The seat should not lift.

• Insert the tabs on the seat into the slots in the vehicle

body and lower to close.

Note: Make sure the tabs on the lock fastener are aligned with the notches in the lock fastener opening.

Lock Fastener

Lock Fastener Opening

Battery Care

and Disposal

If a battery leak develops, avoid contact with the leaking

acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag. See information below for proper disposal.

If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician.

If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of magnesia or egg whites immediately. Never give emetics or induce vomiting. Call a physician.

• Charge a new battery for at least 18 hours before first use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours. Overcharging or undercharging the battery may shorten battery life and decrease vehicle running time.

• After the first charge, recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours. Charge the batter y after each use, regardless of how long the vehicle was used.

• The battery must be upright while charging.

• Do not allow the battery to run down completely before charging.

• Charge the battery before storing the vehicle.

• Charge the battery at least once per month, even if the vehicle has not been used.

• Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will ruin it.

• Always remove an exhausted battery from the vehicle. Battery leakage and corrosion can damage the vehicle.

• Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75° F or below -10° F.

• Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the battery compartment. Always use the pretend engine cover to secure the battery in the battery compartment.

• Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery. If damage is detected, do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.

• Attempting to charge the battery without a 25 amp fuse or with a blown fuse will not damage the battery, but it will not charge. Check the fuse to make sure it is in good condition each time you charge the battery.

• Your Power Wheels®battery is a sealed lead-acid battery. It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.

• Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in your regular, household trash.The incineration, landfilling or mixing of sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law in most areas.

• Return the battery to a federal or state approved leadacid battery recycler, such as a Power Wheels

authorized service center, or a local seller of automotive batteries. In Minnesota, call 1-800-348-0751 if fur ther disposal information is required. Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of lead-acid batteries.

Care

Disposal

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10˚

Incline should never be

more than 10°

5. Do not operate this vehicle with more than one rider, seated on the seating area. A child who is not sitting on the seat or who is standing on the vehicle could fall off, cause a tip-over or block the driver’s view. A child could be seriously injured.

6. Always wear shoes or sneakers when operating this vehicle.

7. Never put anything near any moving parts. Rotating parts such as motors, gear boxes and wheels can snag fingers, hair, etc., causing serious injury. Do not allow operation of the vehicle when it is on its side or in an upside-down position.

8. Do not operate the vehicle near flammable vapors (gasoline, paint thinner, acetone, liquid wax, etc.). The vehicle’s electrical switches, like most electrical switches, emit an internal spark when first turned on or turned off.The presence of flammable liquids or vapors could cause an explosion or a fire. Keep all flammable products in tightly sealed containers and away from the vehicle.

9. Do not allow a child to operate the vehicle without proper adult supervision. To prevent unsupervised use of the vehicle, disconnect the motor harness from the battery when the vehicle is not in use.

Teach Safety Rules to Children

While children can quickly develop the skill necessary to drive this vehicle, it is important to remember that their judgment skills are still very immature. Unsuper vised driving by children can lead to serious injury.Before children use this vehicle, an adult should carefully evaluate the driving area as well as the children’s skill level and ability to drive this vehicle safely. Children are not always able to recognize or anticipate hazards, even when they have been taught about them.There is no acceptable substitute for adult supervision.

Teach appropr iate safety rules to your child before allowing operation of this vehicle.These r ules should also be reviewed with neighborhood children or other playmates who want to drive this vehicle.

1. Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the street or near moving (motorized) vehicles.

2. Do not allow any child to drive near bodies of water (such as pools or creeks), obstructions (such as furniture, low tree limbs or play equipment), or drop-offs (such as stairs or decks).

3. Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the dark. A child could encounter unexpected obstacles and have an accident.Operate the vehicle only in the daytime or in a well-lit area.

4. Teach your child to avoid driving on steep inclines or slopes. Restrict your child’s driving to areas that are fairly level with gentle inclines or slopes of no more than 10°.

• While driving down a steep slope, the vehicle may

gain unsafe speed, even if the foot pedal is released to stop.

• While driving across a steep slope, the vehicle may tilt and tip over. The wheels could lose traction, causing the vehicle to slip.

• While driving up a steep incline, the motor may stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed.

WARNING

• Adult supervision is required. Children do not have the judgement necessary to avoid many accidents. Be sure that children operating this vehicle can do so safely and that they are supervised at all times.

• Never use near steps, driveways, steep inclines, roadways, alleys, swimming pool areas or other bodies of water.

• Always wear shoes or sneakers when operating this vehicle.

• Never allow more than one rider.

• The rider should sit on the seat when the vehicle is in operation.

Rules for Safe Driving

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How to Operate

Your Vehicle

Caring

For Your Vehicle

• Check all screws, retainers and protective coverings regularly and tighten as required. Check plastic parts on a regular basis for cracks or broken pieces.

• During snowy or rainy weather, the vehicle should be stored inside or under a protective cover. Remember to charge the battery at least once per month while your vehicle is not in regular use.

• Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions, and do not spray the vehicle with a hose. Do not wash the vehicle with soap and water. Water or moisture in the motor or electrical switches can cause them to corrode, and could cause switch or motor failure.

• Avoid operating the vehicle on sand, loose dirt or gravel. Sand, loose dirt or gravel in the motor or electrical switches can cause them to jam, and could cause switch or motor failure.

• The vehicle can be wiped down with a soft, dry cloth. For a shiny finish, you can wipe plastic parts with a non-wax furniture polish applied to a soft-cloth. Do not use automotive wax.Do not use soap and water or spray the vehicle with a hose.

• To ensure that your vehicle stays in good operating order, we recommend that you periodically have your vehicle checked by a Power Wheels®authorized service center. See page 24 for the list of authorized service centers or call 1-800-348-0751 for the location of the authorized service center nearest you.

STOPGO

• Press down on the foot pedal to drive.

• Lift your foot from the foot pedal to stop.Your vehicle has a patented, electronic braking system that automatically stops the vehicle when your child’s foot is lifted from the pedal.

• Help your child practice steering and stopping to learn how far and how quickly to turn the handlebars, and how to stop easily.

This vehicle features a removable handle so parents can “guide” young drivers. The handle is easy to remove when your child is ready. To remove the handle, use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen and remove the handle retainer screw (#12 x 11/4") from the back of the vehicle and lift the handle. For storage, insert the screw into the hole in the back side of the handle.Store the handle and screw in a safe place for future use;the handle can be easily re-assembled to the vehicle at any time.

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Problem Possible Cause Solution

Vehicle does not run Undercharged battery Charge the battery. A new battery should have been

charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time. After first-time use, recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.

Check all connectors. Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the charger is plugged into the wall.

Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.

Charger is not working There is no sure way to tell if your charger is working unless

you have a volt meter. If you suspect there is a problem with your charger, contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service center. They can test your charger for you.

Wrong type or improperly installed fuse Make sure that the battery has a properly installed

Power Wheels®25 amp fuse before charging. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Blown fuse Make sure that the fuse in the battery is in good

condition. Remove the fuse from the battery and make sure it is not blown. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the battery

connector is tightly plugged into the motor harness connector, and that there are no loose wires around the motors.

Dead battery If your battery is old or if you have not followed Battery

Care instructions, your battery may be dead. If you are unsure whether or not the battery is dead, you can have it tested at your local Power Wheels®authorized service center.

Electrical switch damage The electrical switches can become corroded due to

exposure to water or moisture, or can jam due to loose dirt, sand or gravel. Contact your local Power Wheels

authorized service center for diagnosis and repair.

Motor damage Contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service center

for diagnosis and repair.

IMPORTANT! If you experience a problem with your vehicle, first check the Problems and Solutions Guide below. If you still experience a problem, please contact Power Wheels®Consumer Affairs, toll-free at 1-800-348-0751 between 8 AM and 6 PM (EST) Monday through Friday. Or, contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service center. For the location nearest you, please refer to the Authorized Service Center list beginning on page 24.

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Vehicle was running but Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the battery suddenly stopped connector is tightly plugged into the motor harness

connector, and that there are no loose wires around the motors.

Wrong type or improperly installed fuse Make sure that the battery has properly installed

Power Wheels®25 amp fuse installed before charging. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Blown fuse Make sure that the fuse in the battery is in good

condition. Remove the fuse from the battery and make sure it is not blown. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Vehicle is overloaded Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing

more than 1 rider at one time, by exceeding the 50 lbs. maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle. If the vehicle is overloaded, the fuse in the battery may blow. Remove the fuse from the battery and check to see if it has blown. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse.

Driving conditions are too stressful Use only on gentle inclines or slopes of 10˚ or less. Extreme

temperatures can also affect run time. If the driving conditions are too stressful, the fuse in the battery may blow. Remove the fuse from the battery and check to see if it has blown. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse.

Short run time (Less than Undercharged battery Charge the battery. A new battery should have been 1 - 3 hours per charge) charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for

the first time. After first-time use, recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.

Check all connectors. Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the charger is plugged into the wall.

Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.

Overcharged battery Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours. If you

suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of overcharging, contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service center. They can test your battery for you.

Battery is old and will not Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not accept full charge last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending

on use conditions. Replace the battery with a Power Wheels®Type H 6 volt battery. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Wrong type or improperly installed fuse Make sure that the battery has a properly installed

Power Wheels®25 amp fuse before charging. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Driving conditions are too stressful Use only on gentle inclines or slopes of 10˚ or less. Extreme

25 amp fuse.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

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Problem Possible Cause Solution

Vehicle runs sluggishly Undercharged battery Charge the battery. A new battery should have been

Check all connectors. Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the charger is plugged into the wall.

Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.

Battery needs charging After approximately 3 hours of constant use, the battery

needs charging.

Wrong type or improperly installed fuse Make sure that the battery has a properly installed

Power Wheels®25 amp fuse installed before charging. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Battery is old and will not accept Even with proper care, rechargeable batteries do not last full charge forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on

the vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with a Power Wheels®Type H 6 volt battery. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Vehicle is overloaded Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing

more than 1 rider at one time, exceeding the 50 lbs. maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle. If the vehicle is overloaded, the fuse in the battery may blow. Remove the fuse from the battery and check to see if it has blown. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse.

Driving conditions are too stressful Use only on gentle inclines or slopes of 10oor less. Extreme

Sometimes the vehicle doesn’t Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the battery conrun but other times it does nector is tightly plugged into the motor harness connector,

and that there are no loose wires around the motors.

Motor or electrical switch damage Contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service

center for diagnosis and repair.

When the foot pedal is pressed, Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the battery conthe vehicle won’t run without nector is tightly plugged into the motor harness connector, a push and that there are no loose wires around the motors.

“Dead Spot” on motor Contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service

center for diagnosis and repair.

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Problem Possible Cause Solution

Vehicle constantly blows fuses Wrong type of fuse used Your vehicle requires a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse in the

battery. Make sure the Power Wheels®25 amp fuse is properly installed. For best performance, do not use substitute parts.

Child is switching between Teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching FORWARD and REVERSE between FORWARD and REVERSE. without stopping.

Loud clacking or grinding Broken gears Contact your local Power Wheels®authorized service noise from a motor-gearbox center for diagnosis and repair.

Charger gets warm during use It is normal for some chargers to get No action required.

warm during use and is not reason for concern. Some chargers do not If your charger does not get warm during get warm during use. use, it does not mean that it is not working properly.

Battery makes a sizzling or It is normal for some batteries to No action required. gurgling noise when charging make noise and swell slightly while

charging and is not reason for If your battery does not make noise or swell slightly concern. Some batteries do not during charging, it does not mean that it is make noise or swell while charging. not accepting the charge.

If, after reviewing the Problems and Solutions Guide, the vehicle still fails to operate, please contact your nearest authorized service center (see page 24) or contact Power Wheels®Consumer Affairs toll-free at 1-800-348-0751.

Helpful Hint: For faster service when calling Consumer Affairs, completely charge the battery before calling and have the following available by the phone:

• vehicle,

• vehicle model number (see sticker in battery compar tment),

• vehicle production run number (see sticker in battery compartment),

• Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdriver and needle-nose pliers with plastic or rubber handles,

• an extra Power Wheels®25 amp fuse is helpful.

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We are continually expanding our Authorized Service Center Network. Please check this listing for the Authorized Service Center nearest you. If there is not one in your area, please call Power Wheels®Consumer Affairs at 1-800-348-0751.

ALABAMA

BIRMINGHAM - Frigid Service & Sales, 701 Graymont Ave. North, 35203, (205) 323-5831

BIRMINGHAM - Frigid Service & Sales, 1861 Centerpoint Rd., 35215, (205) 853-3952

BIRMINGHAM (HOMEWOOD) - D & R Appliance Company, 154 West Valley Ave., 35209, (205) 942-3959

DECATUR - Peddler II, 1000 B Beltline Road, 35603, (205) 350-1044

DOTHAN - Bill’s Appliance Service, 208 Bic Road, P.O. Box 1192, 36303, (334) 792-7746

DOUGLAS - Brown Hardware, Highway 75, 35964, (205) 593-6086

HUNTSVILLE - C & G Appliance, 307 Jordan Lane, 35805, (205) 837-4551

MOBILE - Foster’s Appliance Repair, 1660 South Beltline Highway, 36693, (334) 666-2670

MONTGOMERY - Acme Service Co., 2603 Highland Ave., 36107, (334) 264-2456

ALASKA

ANCHORAGE - Ken’s Electronics Service, 360 E. Inter- national, Ste.8, 99518, (907) 562-3443

ARIZONA

GLENDALE - Elliott Electric Appliance Service, 6242 N. 43rd Avenue, 85301, (602) 937-2613

SCOTTSDALE - Elliott Electric, 7515 E. McDowell Road, 85257, (602) 946-7487

TUCSON - Arizona Small Appliance Service Co., 5033 E 5th Street, 85711, (520) 325-3988

ARKANSAS

FT.SMITH - Bromley Appliance Service, 614 North 10th Street, 72901, (501) 782-9646

HOT SPRINGS,The Battery Center, 400 Airport Road, 71913, (501) 624-7144

JONESBORO - Best Sewing & Vacuum & Repair, 2235 S.Caraway Road, 72401, (501) 935-4739, (800) 844-4739

LITTLE ROCK - C & W Tool Repair, 1303 W.Markham, 72201, (501) 374-1911

MENA - Bearcat Starter & Alt., 902 Highway 71 South,71953, (501) 394-0320

ROGERS - Kressel’s Vacuum & Repair, 115 North 5th Street, 72756, (501) 636-7894

STUTTGART - Davis Lumber Company, 301 East Michigan, 72160, (501) 673-3601

CALIFORNIA

ANDERSON - Hardware Express/ Do It Best, 2681 Balls Ferry Road, 96007, (916) 365-3783

BAKERSFIELD - Southwest TV, 6300 White Lane, Suite B, 93309, (805) 397-4940

CONCORD - California Electric Service Center, 1170-G Burnett Avenue, 94520, (510) 827-1011

COVINA - California Electric Service Center, 612 Shoppers Lane, 91723, (818) 915-4935

DUBLIN - California Electric Service, 8947 San Ramon Road, 94568, (510) 551-3390

FONTANA - California Electric Service Center, 9794 Sierra Avenue, 92335, (909)355-2500

FORT JONES - Ft.Jones Frontier Hardware,11911 Main Street, 96032, (916) 468-2266

FRESNO - Valley Small Appliance, 4005 E. Ashlan Avenue, 93726, (209) 224-5530

FULLERTON - California Electric Service Center, 1208 E. Ash Avenue, 92631-5020, (714) 870-0900

LOS ALAMITOS - California Electric Service Center, 11284 Los Alamitos Blvd., 90720, (562) 430-2668

MERCED - Moosehead Electronics, 920 W. 18th Street, 95340, (209) 723-4712

MISSION VIEJO - California Electric Service Center, 23725 Via Fabricante, Unit B, 92691, (714) 586-9440

OAKLAND - California Electric Service Center, 1139 E. 12th Street, 94606, (510) 834-1050

OXNARD - Tiny’s Inc., The Clean-up Store, 1237 Saviers Road, 93033, (805) 487-9401, (800) 845-3223

PASADENA - California Electric Service Center, 2594 E. Colorado Blvd., 91107, (818) 792-3194

SACRAMENTO - California Electric Service Center, 1821 “Q” Street, 95814, (916) 443-5711

SALINAS - SRS Hobbies, 1038A North Davis Road, 93907, (408) 424-4044

SAN CARLOS - California Electric Service Center, 990 Industrial Road, Suite 102, 94070, (415) 593-6696

SAN DIEGO - California Electric Service Center, 3430 El Cajon Blvd., 92104, (619) 283-6488

SAN FRANCISCO - California Electric Service Center, 1090 Bryant Street, 94103, (415) 431-8494

SAN JOSE - California Electric Service Center, 481 So.Bascom, 95126, (408) 295-1723

SANTA ANA - California Electric Service Center, 2025 South Main Street, 92707, (714) 641-0529

SANTA ROSA - Hardisty’s Inc., 710 Farmers Lane, 95405, (707) 545-0535

STOCKTON - California Electronics, 929 North Yosemite Street, 95203, (209) 466-5432

TEMECULA - California Electric Service Center, 41715 Enterprise Circle North, Suite 101, 92590, (909) 695-5445

VAN NUYS - California Electric Service Center, 14753 Oxnard Blvd., 91411, (818) 997-8855

90-day limited warranty for the Power

Wheels

Ride-On T oy Vehic le

A 6-month battery warranty applying only to

the 6 volt battery which was included by

Power Wheels

, with the Power Wheels

vehicle when originally purchased.

This limited warranty covers the Power Wheels

ride-on vehicle and the 6 volt battery, purchased from Pow er Wheels®by the original purchaser, against defects in materials and workmanship.

This warranty covers normal use and does not cover the Pow er Wheels®vehicle or battery if damaged by unreasonable use, neglect, accident, abuse, misuse, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship. Evidence of any attempt at consumer repair will void this warranty.This warranty does not cover, and is intended to exclude, any liability on the part of Power Wheels®, whether under this warranty or implied by law or any indirect or consequential damages for breach of warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation so this limitation may not apply to you.

Should you need service or assistance with your vehicle during the warranty period, DO NOT RETURN THE VEHICLE TO THE STORE.Power Wheels®has provided a nationwide network of authorized service centers. Please refer to the list in this manual. Power Wheels

is continually expanding our Authorized Service Center Network. If there is not an authorized ser vice center in your area, please call Consumer Affairs for information,

1-800-348-0751.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

PLEASE SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT.

Statement of Limited Warranty

Authorized Service Centers

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