Fisher-Price W5784 Instruction Sheet

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Keep these instructions

for future reference, as they contain important information.

START HERE!

ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED.

Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up your race set.

Please separate the “Assembly Map” page, and keep it handy during
assembly. This page contains the contents list and large-scale Layout
Drawing of the fully-assembled track. You’ll probably need to refer to
it as you go.

The Assembly Map looks like this:

This page shows the contents list and large-scale Layout

Drawings of the fully-assembled track (tracks are not drawn to scale).

You'll need to refer to it as you assemble your race set.

Refer to the Instruction Sheet for detailed step-by-step instructions

CONTENTS LIST

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1 x

9" TERMINAL TRACK

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2 x 8 x 1 x

(DOUBLE-RAIL TRACKS)

LAYOUT DRAWING - 3-D VIEW

REFER TO THE PACKAGE FOR COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE ASSEMBLED TRACK.

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2

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15" STRAIGHT

GUARDRAILS

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1 x 3 x

6" STRAIGHT

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2

1 x 4 x 2 x 1 x 6 x

9" RADIUS CURVE

(1/4 CIRCLE)

1 x 1 x 1 x

Tumbler Bat

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2

3

1 = Beginner
2 = Average player
3 = Skilled player

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C

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TRANSITION TRACK

9" RADIUS CURVE

(1/4 CIRCLE)

2 x

2 x 2 x

CRADLES

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SANDPAPER

IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED - DON’T RETURN YOUR RACE SET TO THE STORE!

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for setting up and using your race set.

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#2 SUPPORTS #3 SUPPORT CLIPS

CONTROLLERS BATTERY PACK9" RADIUS CURVE 1/4 CIRCLE

CALL OUR RACING SUPPORT TEAM TOLL - FREE AT 1-888-557-8926 FOR HELP.

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CLIP ARTS

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CAUTION: This product contains a
sharp edge(s). For adult assembly
only. Take extra care during
unpacking and assembly.

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used in these instructions to indicate which track piece goes where.
Following the layout drawing on the Assembly Map, you may want
to lay out your track – without connecting any track pieces. That way
you’ll be able to see how the track layout goes together.

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the flat surface, push the ends of
the track pieces together. Make sure
they snap together securely – you’ll
hear a click when they’re properly
connected. Remember: if the track
connections aren’t right, electric
power won’t flow from one track section to the

next.

Remember: if the track connections aren’t right, electric power
won’t flow from one track section to the next.

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underneath where the track pieces meet
and press the locking tabs together with
thumb and forefinger as shown.

Occasionally the metal track rails will stick up too far from the
surface of a track piece, as shown. This may interfere with vehicle
movement. To correct, simply press the rail back down with your
finger. If the problem persists, please contact Customer Service
at the toll-free number shown in this manual.

Look for this symbol throughout this manual. It indicates important
information.

Be sure to check out the Troubleshooting Guide on the back of the
Assembly Map.

I. BASIC TRACK ASSEMBLY

Start out on a clean, hard, flat racing surface – not carpeting.
Take out all the track pieces (and other parts) and check them
carefully against the contents list on the Assembly Map.

This track features a SUPER CLIFF HANGERS™ vertical section
that lets you race up the wall. So make sure you’ve chosen an
assembly location with a wall surface handy.

Sometimes brand-new track may need a quick cleaning for best
performance. Check the Maintenance section of this manual for
more information.

II. STEP-BY-STEP ASSEMBLY

To make assembly easier, we’ve divided the process up into easy steps.
You’ll assemble one section of track at a time, connecting the sections
together as you go.

First, let’s assemble the loop section. The following drawings show you, step
by step, how to assemble this section. Take your time, and refer to the
Layout Drawings on the Assembly Map if you need to.

LOOP

AA

ASSEMBLY

Assemble cradle as shown. The cradle is used
to support the SUPER CLIFF HANGERS™ track
section.

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F

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Start with the Terminal Track (A) and continue adding track pieces (C),
(F) and (S) as shown.

S

C

S

F

F

A

F

C

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To attach the cradle, first make sure the arrow molded into the
cradle is pointing upward. Then connect 2 (T) track pieces with the
cradle as shown. Repeat for the other cradle and (T) track pieces.

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Connect the assembled cradles and (T) track pieces to the loop
section as shown.

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SUPER

CLIFF

HANGERS™

ASSEMBLY

Now let’s assemble the SUPER CLIFF HANGERS™ track section. For easy
assembly, make sure you’re working with the track pieces against the
floor…for added support. Once this section is complete, you’ll connect it
to the loop section. Remember: refer to the Layout Drawing on the
Assembly Map if you need to.

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Continue adding (L) track pieces to build the complete SUPER CLIFF
HANGERS™ track section. Make sure the SUPER CLIFF HANGERS™
section is firmly pressed against the wall.

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TRACK

SUPPORT

ASSEMBLY

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III. BATTERY PACK / HAND CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY

Next you’ll need to add the track supports. Refer to the Assembly
Map for placement. To assemble a track support, separate the
pieces as shown and snap off the connector tabs (discard the
tabs). Next, fit the two pieces together as shown. Insert the
assembled track support into the round hole on the underside of
the track as shown.

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GUARDRAIL

ASSEMBLY

Requires 6 x 1.5V "D" size (LR20) batteries (not included). Install 6 x 1.5V
"D" size (LR20) alkaline batteries as shown.

USE ALKALINE BATTERIES ONLY.

Battery Performance Note: For best performance use alkaline batteries
(where disposable batteries are called for). Replace batteries when vehicle
motion becomes too slow. If your product is supplied with standard (carbon­zinc) 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.

Always unplug your Battery Pack when not in use!

You’re almost done! To finish the track layout, let’s attach guardrails…to
help keep your cars from spinning out on the curves.

To attach a guardrail: gently flex the
guardrail before attaching it. Carefully
attach the bottom of the guardrail first.
Then pull up and snap into place. Don’t
force guardrails into place. Refer to the
Assembly Map for placement.

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POWER

CONNECTION

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Once your race set is fully assembled, it’s time for some power.
Follow the steps in BATTERY PACK / HAND CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY for
power connection.

Hand Controllers (2)
Yellow Hand Controller Plugs
Red Battery Pack Plug
Terminal Track
Power Pack
Direction of travel

a. The cables for the Battery Pack and the hand controllers have color-coded

plugs to help you make your connections properly. First, plug the red plug
into the red receptacle on the terminal track. Next, plug the yellow hand
controllers into the white receptacles on the terminal track.

b. To test track and power connections, hold a car on the track with its metal

contacts touching the metal track rails.
Gently hold the front end of the car down
while lifting the vehicle as shown (do not
lift the vehicle by its rear tires). Squeeze
the hand controller: the car’s rear tires
should spin. If they don’t, there’s a
connection problem. Carefully check the
track and power connections.

c. Your hand controller is your car’s “throttle.” The more you squeeze the

trigger the faster your car will go. Practice at a slow speed for a few laps,
until you’re ready to race!

SPECIAL NOTE TO ADULTS:

• Always make sure your Race Set is unplugged before assembling or

disassembling track. Always unplug Battery Pack when not in use.
Regularly examine for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other
parts.

• In the event of any damage, this toy must not be used with the battery

pack until the damage has been repaired.

• Do not connect to more than the recommended number of Battery Packs.

• If this toy is being operated in the presence of children under 5 years old,

adult supervision is recommended.

• This toy is not intended for children under 3 years old. The toy must be

used only with the supplied battery pack.

• Disconnect from the battery pack before cleaning.

CONGRATULATIONS!

You’re ready to race. For “pro” competition, please read the following
driving tips and maintenance hints.

DRIVING TIPS

Here are some “inside” racing tips…for top performance!

Always race on a clean, hard, flat surface. For best racing performance,

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we don’t recommend carpeting.
Clean track is IMPORTANT for best performance! Please refer to the

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Maintenance section for detailed instructions for cleaning the track.
Races are won in the curves! Slow down going into the curves…then

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speed up coming out of them. Accelerate to build up speed for loops and
jumps.
Anyone can be a “pro” racer – the secret is practice! Remember to “break

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in” your new cars with a few “qualifying” laps. Cars always run better
after they’ve “warmed up.”
Experienced racers know that regular maintenance is the key to top racing

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performance. Read and follow the easy steps in the Maintenance section.
If you have questions or difficulty operating your Race Set, check the

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Troubleshooting Guide first. Usually a quick “pit stop” will get you racing
again!

MAINTENANCE

B. TRACK CLEANING

Clean track is IMPORTANT for best performance!

Dirty track may cause your vehicle to stall.

1.

Usually you can get it going again by
pressing the hand controller trigger about
halfway down while you give the vehicle a

slight push from behind. After 3-4 laps your

vehicle will run properly.

2.

Sometimes oxidation may form on the track
rails, and this may cause your car to stall.
If this happens, you’ll have to remove the
oxidation. Using the supplied sandpaper,
GENTLY rub the track rails. Don’t rub
hard – rails are clean when they’re shiny.
After cleaning, wipe the track with a soft,
clean, lint-free cloth to remove any residue
(don’t use tissue or paper towels).

NEVER use steel wool to clean your track: severe damage can result if
a fiber of steel wool is picked up by the magnets in your car’s motor.
Use only very fine sandpaper for cleaning.

Sometimes debris can accumulate in the

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track slots. If this happens, use a toothpick
to clear the debris from the slots.

C. VEHICLE CLEANING

1. CLEANING TIRES

Dirty tires can cause your car to lose
traction and spin. To clean the tires,
place a piece of adhesive tape on a hard,
flat surface, with the sticky side facing
up. Roll the rear tires across the tape
until they’re clean.

All “pro” racers know that their vehicles need maintenance from time
to time…for best performance. Follow these simple steps to keep your
car running at its best!

A. CHASSIS PARTS

This diagram will help you understand the parts of your vehicle, and
how they go together.

1

Guide Pin

2

Front Tires

3

Rear Tires

4

Rear Axle Assembly

5

Contacts

6

Front Axle

7

Springs

8

Heat Shield

2. CLEANING AXLE

Lint may collect around your car’s axles:
this may cause the car to run slowly. Use
tweezers or a toothpick to remove lint as
shown.

D. ALIGNMENT

1. AXLE ALIGNMENT

Your car’s axle assembly may become “dislocated”
from the chassis as a result of a sudden impact. To
realign it, snap the assembly back into the chassis.

DO NOT use any type of tool to snap the chassis
back in place. Use only your fingers.

2. CHASSIS ALIGNMENT

Occasionally check the position of the car’s body to
make sure it is properly aligned and not rubbing
against the tires. If necessary, carefully snap
chassis back onto the body tabs, as shown.

F. HEAT SHIELD

1. INSTALLATION

The heat shield is an important component, and it must be correctly installed
for proper vehicle operation. Make sure the side tabs of the heat shield are
properly inserted in the chassis slots, as shown. If the heat shield is not
correctly installed, it may interfere with vehicle movement.

E. CONTACTS

1. CLEANING CONTACTS

Regularly clean your car’s contacts to remove
oxidation. Using a pencil eraser, as shown,
carefully scrub the contacts. Do not apply too
much pressure, or you may bend contacts.

DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL.
Worn-out contacts can be replaced.

2. CONTACT REPLACEMENT

Your vehicle’s contacts should last a minimum of 8-10 total hours of racing,
with regular cleaning. You may need to replace the contacts if they become
overly worn or bent…or if they become dislodged after an impact.

The best way to replace contacts is one at a time, using the remaining
contact assembly as a guide. Be careful not to bend the contacts out
of shape (especially wide slotted end).

a. Hold chassis bottom side up. Hold the

spring as shown (with your thumb on
one side of the chassis and your
forefinger on the other). You’ll need to
hold the spring securely throughout
the assembly process.

b. Hook the narrow end of the contact

under the motor shaft. Hook the
curved side tab of the contact over the
spring; the spring will be held in place
by the curved tab. Snap the wide
(slotted) end of the contact into place,
with the chassis tab through the slot,
making sure not to over bend the
contact slot.

CHASSIS

(back view)

2. CLEANING

Occasionally dust and debris may build up under the vehicle’s heat shield,
interfering with operation. To check for this problem, stop racing and let the
vehicle sit for 5 minutes. Remove the heat shield and gently blow out any
dust. Reinstall the heat shield as described above.

Don’t operate any vehicle without a heat shield. If the heat shield is
lost, or can’t be installed properly, please contact Customer Service at
the toll-free number shown in this manual.

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.

• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.

• 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 short-circuited.

• Dispose of battery(ies) safely.

• Do not dispose of this product in a fire. The batteries inside may explode or

leak.

c. Still holding the spring securely, turn

the chassis over. You may need to
press the top of the contact into place
with the tip of a pencil. When properly
installed, the contact will spring back
when pushed.

IV. CONSUMER INFORMATION

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

• DO NOT pick up the vehicle while in motion.

• 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 in use.

Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with

household waste [2002/96/EC]. Check your local authority for

recycling advice and facilities.

Based on DC Comics Characters.
BATMAN and all related characters and elements are
trademarks of and © DC Comics.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you have questions or difficulty operating your Race Set –
the cause is often a simple problem. And there’s often a simple fix. Usually a quick “pit
stop” will get you racing again. Please check below, and then turn to the Maintenance
section of the Instruction Manual for detailed information.

If your vehicle stops…

.kcart eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Track Cleaning.

.elcihev eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Vehicle Cleaning.

.snoitcennoc rewop kcehC • Please see Battery Pack section.

.tnemngila s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Alignment.

.stcatnoc s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Contacts.

.detcennoc ylreporp era snoitces kcart erus ekam ot kcehC • Please see Step-By-Step

Assembly section.

.dleihs taeh s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Heat Shield.

If your vehicle runs slowly or hesitates…

.kcart eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Track Cleaning.

.elcihev eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Vehicle Cleaning.

.tnemngila s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Alignment.

.stcatnoc s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Contacts.

.detcennoc ylreporp era snoitces kcart erus ekam ot kcehC • Please see Step-By-Step

Assembly section.
Check your batteries. Check battery connector and replace with fresh alkaline batteries. •

If your vehicle spins out or flies off the track…

.elcihev eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Vehicle Cleaning.

• Check your vehicle’s alignment. Please see Maintenance section: Alignment.

• Check to make sure track sections are properly connected. Please see Step-By-Step

Assembly section.

.dleihs taeh s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Heat Shield.

• Check your vehicle for a missing guide pin. Please see Maintenance section: Chassis

Parts.

If your vehicle runs in one lane, but not the other…

.kcart eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Track Cleaning.

.elcihev eht naelc ot deen yam uoY • Please see Maintenance section: Vehicle Cleaning.

• Check power connections. Please see Battery Pack section.

• Check your vehicle’s alignment. Please see Maintenance section: Alignment.

• Check your vehicle’s contacts. Please see Maintenance section: Contacts.

• Check to make sure track sections are properly connected. Please see Step-By-Step

Assembly section.

.dleihs taeh s’elcihev ruoy kcehC • Please see Maintenance section: Heat Shield.

If your vehicle runs backwards…

• Your vehicle’s rear axle assembly may be installed backwards. Please see
Maintenance section: Chassis Parts. Remove the rear axle assembly, reverse it

and reinstall.

IF YOU STILL HAVE PROBLEMS –

OR IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED – DON’T RETURN YOUR

RACE SET TO THE STORE! CALL OUR RACING SUPPORT TEAM TOLL-FREE

AT 1-888-557-8926 FOR HELP.

CONTENTS LIST

A

1 x

1 x

This page shows the contents list and large-scale Layout

Drawings of the fully-assembled track (tracks are not drawn to scale).

You'll need to refer to it as you assemble your race set.

Refer to the Instruction Sheet for detailed step-by-step instructions

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1 x 3 x

C

F

1 x 4 x 2 x 1 x 6 x

F

1

for setting up and using your race set.

2

9" TERMINAL TRACK

15" STRAIGHT

6" STRAIGHT

9" RADIUS CURVE

(1/4 CIRCLE)

9" RADIUS CURVE

(1/4 CIRCLE)

TRANSITION TRACK

#2 SUPPORTS #3 SUPPORT CLIPS

2 x

2 x 8 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x

LAYOUT DRAWING - 3-D VIEW

REFER TO THE PACKAGE FOR COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE ASSEMBLED TRACK.

L

(DOUBLE-RAIL TRACKS)

1

2

1

GUARDRAILS

F

Tumbler Bat

1 = Beginner
2 = Average player
3 = Skilled player

2

2 x 2 x

CRADLES

1

2

3

SANDPAPER

IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED - DON’T RETURN YOUR RACE SET TO THE STORE!

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CONTROLLERS BATTERY PACK9" RADIUS CURVE 1/4 CIRCLE

CALL OUR RACING SUPPORT TEAM TOLL - FREE AT 1-888-557-8926 FOR HELP.

1 x

CLIP ARTS

1 2

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= TRACK SUPPORTS

= GUARDRAILS

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Based on DC Comics Characters.
BATMAN and all related characters and elements are

trademarks of and © DC Comics.
(s12)

™

©2012 Mattel. All Rights Reserved.
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