Fisher-Price M0684 Instruction Sheet

Matchbox® R/C SUPPORT

Questions or problems with your product?

DON’T RETURN IT TO THE STORE!

Just call us for help.

U.S. consumers may also register their products at this number.

1-888-557-8926

Keep these instructions for future reference as
they contain important information. IMPORTANT:
Please read all “Consumer Information” before
operating your vehicle.

3+

Asst. M0684

N1081/N1082-0920

XCAUTION:Surfaces may become hot

and cause burns if electronics get wet. Do not
operate vehicle through water or snow.

I. CONTENTS / FEATURES

Vehicle
Transmitter

Vehicle

q ON(I)/OFF(O) switch
w Battery door

q w

Transmitter

q Steering wheel control : forward / reverse /
simple turning left /simple turning right

w Battery door

q

w

II. VEHICLE OPERATION

I

O

1

2

1

2

FORWARD

LEFT

FORWARD

RIGHT

Slide the upper platform forward (towards the back
of the truck) and then push down.

NOTE: Remove the cars from the lower platform first.

Cars not included.
Cars sold separately, subject to availability.

REVERSEFORWARD

REVERSE

LEFT

REVERSE

RIGHT

III. BATTERY INSTALLATION

Requires

3 AA alkaline batteries for the vehicle and
2 AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter. Batteries
not included.

Vehicle

1. Use a screwdriver (not included) to unscrew

the power clip cover screw, remove the
battery cover.

2. Install 3 AA batteries (not included), with

polarity (+/-) as shown inside the battery
compartment.

3. Replace the battery door.

Transmitter

1. Remove the battery cover as shown.

2. Install 2 AA batteries (not included), with

polarity (+/-) as shown inside the battery
compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Once the batteries are installed the

*

transmitter will always be “ON” and will
work automatically the moment you use it.

;

1. When your vehicle starts to lose power, it may

2. Your vehicle’s running time may change

3. Radio interference can effect your vehicle’s

4. Point your transmitter up - not down toward

5. Don’t drive your vehicle through water or

6. Don’t store your vehicle near heat or in direct

ì

Note to adults: To ensure that the child’s play is
both safe and fun, please review all operating
instructions and safety rules with your child.

Safety Tips

• NEVER drive your vehicle on streets! They’re

• DO NOT pick up vehicle while in motion.

IV. QUICK TIPS

lose functions or performance. It’s time for
fresh batteries.

depending on your driving style.

performance. Interference can be caused
by other R/C vehicles running on the same
frequency, electrical wires, large buildings, CB
radios or other wireless gear. Try to stay away
from these!

your vehicle. If your vehicle gets too far away,
it won’t work properly.

snow. If your vehicle does get wet, wipe it
with a towel and allow it to dry completely.

sunlight. Always turn switches OFF and
remove all batteries for storage.

V. CONSUMER INFORMATION

for real cars!

XCAUTION: To prevent entanglement,

keep hair away from wheels.

• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from
the tires and the wheel hubs while the vehicle
is switched ON.

• Adult supervision is recommended when this
vehicle is being operated.

• To avoid accidental operation, remove all
batteries when not
vehicle OFF before removing batteries.

BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION

In exceptional circumstances batteries may leak
fluids that can cause a chemical burn injury or
ruin your product. To avoid battery leakage:

• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be

recharged.

• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from

the product before being charged (if designed to
be removable).

• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged

under adult supervision (if designed to be
removable).

in use. Always turn the

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc),
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as
recommended are to be used.

• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct
polarity.

• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the
product.

• The supply terminals are not to be short­circuited.

• Dispose of battery(ies) safely.

• Do not dispose of this product in a fire.

The batteries inside may explode or leak.

Battery Performance Note:

For best performance use regular or high­performance alkaline batteries (where
disposable batteries are called for). If your
vehicle is supplied with standard (carbon-zinc)
batteries for initial use and/or demonstration
purposes, we recommend replacing them with
alkaline batteries when necessary. Battery life
may vary depending on battery brand.

Protect the environment by not
disposing of this product with
household waste [2002/96/EC]. Check
your local authority for recycling
advice and facilities.

90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY – MATCHBOX® R/C PRODUCTS

Mattel, Inc. warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product
will be free of defects in material and workmanship for ninety (90) days
(unless specified in alternate warranties) from the date of purchase.
Mattel will repair or replace the product, at our sole option, in the event of
such a defect within the warranty period.

In the event of a defect covered under this warranty, first call the toll-free
number listed below. Many problems can be solved in this manner. If
necessary, you will be instructed to return the product, postage prepaid
and insured, to the address below. Enclose your name, address, dated
sales receipt, and a brief explanation of the defect. Repair or replacement,
and return shipment, will be free of charge. Please return only the
defective part or unit, packed securely.

This warranty does not cover damage resulting from unauthorized
modification, accident, misuse or abuse. If the product is returned without
a dated sales receipt, the product may be excluded from coverage under
this warranty.

Mattel’s liability for defects in material and workmanship under this
warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement, at our sole option,
and in no event shall we be responsible for incidental, consequential,
or contingent damages (except in those states that do not allow this
exclusion or limitation). This warranty is exclusive, and is made in lieu of
any express or implied warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Some
states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

TOLL-FREE NUMBER: 1-888-557-8926 - Valid only in U.S.A.

Hours: 8:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. Eastern Time; Monday - Friday. Expect some
delay in January following the holiday season. Please be patient and keep
trying the toll-free number.

ADDRESS FOR RETURNS:
CONSUMER RELATIONS
636 GIRARD AVENUE
EAST AURORA, NY 14052

Valid only in U.S.A.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.