Kawasaki J5248 User Manual

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

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

• Tool needed for assembly: Phillips Screwdriver (not included).

• Use only with a Power Wheels 12 Volt Lead-Acid Rechargeable Battery and a Power Wheels 12 Volt Charger with type 12V connector (both included).

Owner's Manual

with Assembly Instructions

For Model J5248

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Parts Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Decoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Battery Care and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Safe Driving Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Vehicle Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Vehicle Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Problems and Solutions Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

FCC Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• 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 Battery Charging beginning on page 6 for detailed instructions.

• Read this manual carefully for important safety information and operating instructions before using your vehicle. Keep this manual for future reference as it contains important information.

• This vehicle is appropriate for use on generally level rough terrain including hard surfaces, wet and dry grass, ruts, gravel, mulch and mud, by children 3 years of age and older.

• This vehicle has been pre-set so it will only operate in low speed.

See the instructions on page 14 to remove the high speed lock-out screw.

• Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors. Most interior flooring can be damaged by riding this vehicle indoors. Fisher-Price® will not be responsible for damage to the floor if the vehicle is used indoors.

• To prevent damaging the motors and gears, teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching direction. Do not tow anything behind the vehicle or overload it. Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 130 lbs (59 kg).

• If you have any questions about your Power Wheels® vehicle,

please call our toll-free service lines at 1-800-348-0751 from 9 AM to 7 PM (EST) Monday through Friday and 11 AM to 5 PM (EST) Saturday. 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 independently

owned and operated Authorized Service Center Network with more than 400 authorized service centers nationwide. Our authorized service centers will repair or replace parts under warranty at no extra charge, and can perform non-warranty repairs for a minimal charge. To find the authorized service center nearest you, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com or call 1-800-348-0751.

• To register your vehicle, please visit us on-line at

www.powerwheels.com.

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ELECTRICAL HAZARD

WARNING

• Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery retainer.

• PREVENT FIRE

- Never modify the electrical system. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system.

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

- Use of Power Wheels cause overheating, fire or explosion.

• The battery must be handled by adults only. The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid

(electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injury.

• 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.

• Read the safety instructions on 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 charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.

• HOT motors. Handle carefully.

components in products other than Power Wheels® vehicles could

RIDING HAZARD

WARNING

• Prevent Injuries and Deaths

• Direct Adult Supervision Required.

• Never Ride at Night.

• Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas.

These areas must be:

- away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings

- generally level to prevent tipovers

- away from steps, steep inclines, cars, roads and alleys.

• Riding Rules

Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding.

- Always sit on the seat.

- Always wear shoes.

- Only 1 (one) rider at a time.

CAUTION

• In the unassembled state, this package contains small parts. Adult assembly is required.

• Use the charger in dry locations only.

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PARTS

• 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.

• Some parts were placed under the seat for shipment. Press the tab under the back of the seat and lift to access the battery compartment.

• 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.

Handlebar

12 Volt Battery

Vehicle

Seat

#10 x 1" Screw - 2

#8 x 2" Screw - 2

Base Plate

Steering Column Cap

Front End

#8 x

/4" Screw - 15

Fasteners Shown Actual Size

Clip

#8 x

/16" Washer - 2

12 Volt Charger

For your convenience, we included extra fasteners!

Note: Tighten and loosen all screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten the screws.

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PARTS PICTURE

Vehicle

Handlebar

Seat

12 Volt Battery

Base Plate

Steering Column Cap

8 12 Volt Charger

Clip

Front End

Parts Not Shown

Label Sheet

#8 x 2" Screw - 2

#8 x

/4" Screw - 13

#8 x

/16" Washer - 2

#10 x 1" Screw - 2

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ELECTRICAL HAZARD

BATTERY CHARGING

WARNING

• Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery retainer.

• PREVENT FIRE

- Never modify the electrical system.

Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system.

- Use of the wrong type battery or charger

could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury.

- Use of Power Wheels

products other than Power Wheels vehicles could cause overheating, fire or explosion.

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

• 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.

• Read the safety instructions on 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 charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.

components in

CAUTION

Use the charger in dry locations only.

About Thermal Fuses

Your Power Wheels® 12 volt battery is equipped with a built-in thermal fuse. The thermal fuse is a self-resetting safety device which automatically “trips” and shuts down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe. Once a fuse has "tripped", remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shut-downs, do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lb. (59 kg) maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle. Avoid severe driving conditions, such as driving up slopes or running into fixed objects, which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors and make sure your child stops the vehicle before switching direction.

If a thermal fuse in a battery continually trips under normal driving conditions, please contact your local Power Wheels® Authorized Service Center. For the location of the Authorized Service Center nearest to you, visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com, or call 1-800-348-0751.

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 battery.

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

• Before charging the battery, examine the battery case for cracks and other damage which may cause sulfuric acid (electrolyte) to leak during the charging process. If damage is detected, do not charge the battery or use it in your vehicle. Battery acid is very corrosive and can cause severe damage to surfaces it contacts.

• Do not charge the battery on a surface (such as a kitchen counter top) which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery. Take precautions to protect the surface on which you charge your battery.

• Use only a Power Wheels® 12 volt charger with "12 V" connector (120 VAC, 60 Hz, 28W with an output of 12 VDC, 1200 mA) to charge your Power Wheels® 12 volt battery.

Adults Note: Regularly examine the charger for damage to the cord, plug, housing or other parts that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or injury. In the event of any damage, do not use the charger until the damage has been properly repaired. Please call 1-800-348-0751.

• If your battery is old and will not accept a charge, do not leave it in the vehicle. Always remove a dead battery from the vehicle.

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Battery

Charger

Connector

ASSEMBLY

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.

• Plug the charger connector into the battery

• Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet

Notes:

- Use the charger only in a wall outlet. Do not plug the AC adaptor into a ceiling outlet.

- 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.

• 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. 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 11 for detailed instructions on installing your battery. If your battery is already installed in your vehicle, simply re-connect the motor harness connector to the battery.

Vehicle

Front End

• Turn the vehicle upside down.

• Fit the front end to the vehicle. Make sure the sides of the front

end wrap around the vehicle. You may need to check this for assembly steps 2 -5.

FRONT VIEW

#8 x 3/4" Screw

• Fit a #8 x 3/4" screw through the hole shown in the front end and into the vehicle. Tighten the screw.

BOTTOM VIEW

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#8 x 3/4" Screw

• Fit another #8 x 3/4" screw through the hole shown in the front end and into the vehicle. Tighten the screw.

Hint: You may need to adjust the front end to align the holes.

Front End Slot

Base Plate

Steering Linkage

• Position the base plate with the ribbed side facing out.

• Fit the narrow end of the base plate under the steering linkage

and into the slot in the front end.

• Grasp the bar on the front end and pull it out and up to properly

position the front end.

Bar

• Now, fit eight more #8 x 3/4" screws into the remaining holes in the front end and tighten them.

Hint: You will need to turn each wheel (one at a time) to fit all of the screws.

• Insert two #8 x 3/4" screws though the front end and into the base plate. Tighten the screws.

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Steering Column Cap

• Fit a 3/16" washer onto the #8 x 2" screws.

• Insert the screws with washer into the base plate plate and tighten.

• Turn the vehicle upright.

Steering Column

Opening

BOTTOM VIEW

• While holding the handlebar in place, carefully turn the vehicle over.

• Make sure the end of the steering column is through the hole in the steering linkage.

• Fit the steering column cap onto the end of the steering column.

• Insert a #8 x 3/4" screw through the large opening in the steering column cap and into the hole in the steering column.

Tighten the screw.

Clip

BOTTOM VIEW

• Insert the handlebar steering column down through the opening in the front end of the vehicle. Be sure to fit the steering column through the opening in the base plate and the hole in the steering linkage (underneath the vehicle).

• Push to “snap” the handlebar into the vehicle.

BACK VIEW

• Slide the clip (open side down) under the end of the steering

column, as shown.

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DECORATION

• Before applying the labels, wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean, dry cloth to remove any dust or oils.

• Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations. For best results, avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle.

• After applying a label, rub the label firmly with a clean, dry cloth to make sure the label is adhered to your vehicle. Start at the center of a label, and smooth towards the outer edges to remove air bubbles.

• Insert two #10 x 1" screws into the clip and tighten.

Front Tab A

LEFT SIDE VIEW

Rear Tab B

LEFT SIDE VIEW

• First, insert the tab on the front of the seat into the slot toward the

front end of the vehicle A .

• Then, insert and “snap” the tab on the rear of the seat into the slot

in the rear of the vehicle B.

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT! Use only a Power Wheels® 12 volt lead-acid rechargeable battery. Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle. Make sure that you charge the battery for at least 18 hours using the enclosed Power Wheels® 12 volt charger before operating your vehicle for the first time. Charge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of the vehicle. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours. Failure to follow these instructions may damage your battery and will void your warranty.

Tab

Battery Retainer

• Carefully lower the battery into the battery compartment. The battery retainer slides over the battery to secure it.

Seat

• Press the tab on the rear of the seat and lift to remove.

Power Wheels® 12 Volt Battery

Motor Harness

Connector

Front Tab A

• First, insert the tab on the front of the seat into the slot toward the front end of the vehicle A .

• Then, insert and “snap” the tab on the rear of the seat into the slot in the rear of the vehicle B.

LEFT SIDE VIEW

Rear Tab B

• Plug the motor harness connector into the battery.

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BATTERY CARE AND DISPOSAL

Care

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 battery 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 on a surface (such as a kitchen counter top) which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery. Take precautions to protect the surface on which you store the battery.

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

• Use only a Power Wheels® 12 volt battery. Remember to charge the new battery for at least 18 hours before first use.

• Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the battery compartment. Always use the battery retainer 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.

Disposal

• Your Power Wheels® battery is a non-spillable, 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 a fire. The battery may explode or leak.

• 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.

• Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with household waste (2002/96/EC). Check your local authority for recycling advice and facilities (Europe only).

• Return an exhausted 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. For the authorized service center location nearest to you, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com or call 1-800-348-0751. Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of lead-acid batteries. If you live in the State of Florida or the State of Minnesota, it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead-acid batteries in the municipal waste stream.

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SAFE DRIVING RULES

RIDING HAZARD

WARNING

• Prevent Injuries and Deaths

• Direct Adult Supervision Required.

• Never Ride at Night.

• Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas. These areas must be:

- away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings

- generally level to prevent tipovers

- away from steps, steep inclines, cars, roads and alleys.

• Riding Rules

Make sure children know and follow

these rules for safe driving and riding.

- Always sit on the seat.

- Always wear shoes.

- Only 1 (one) rider at a time.

Restrict your child's driving to areas that are generally level.

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. Unsupervised 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 direct adult supervision.

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

Low Speed Drive

Riding Rules

Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving:

1. Always sit on the seat.

2. Always wear shoes.

3. Only 1 (one) rider at a time. 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.

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

5. 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).

6. 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 a well-lit area.

7. Restrict your child's driving to areas that are generally level with gentle inclines or slopes.

8. Do not allow your child to drive down or across a steep slope.

- The vehicle may gain unsafe speed, even if the pedal is released

to stop.

- The vehicle may tilt and tip over.

- The wheels could lose traction, causing the vehicle to slip.

9. Do not allow your child to drive up steep inclines. The motor may stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed.

10. 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.

11. 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.

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

To disconnect the motor harness and battery connector:

- Press the rear tab on the seat and lift to remove.

- Lift the battery retainer to access the battery compartment.

- Pull the motor harness connector from the battery.

- Lift the battery retainer and slowly lower the battery into the

compartment.

- Replace the seat on the vehicle.

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VEHICLE OPERATION

As assembled, your vehicle is ready to roll in low speed (21/2 mph, maximum). It has been pre-set so it will only operate in low speed. After your child has mastered the basic skills of driving and understands the rules for safe driving, it’s time to remove the high speed lock-out screw to allow the vehicle to operate in low or high speed. See the instructions on this page to remove the high speed lock-out screw.

Beginner Use - Low Speed Drive

• Make sure the shifter is in the low speed position .

• Press down on the foot pedal. The vehicle goes forward at a maximum of 21/2 mph. Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving forward in low speed.

To Back Up

STOP!

• Your vehicle has a patented, electronic braking system that automatically stops the vehicle when your child’s foot lifts from the pedal.

• Make sure your child is comfortable with steering the vehicle and automatically knows how to stop.

Advanced Use - High Speed Drive

Remove

lock-out screw

for high speed.

• Before you disconnect the high speed lock-out, make sure your child knows how to steer, how to start and stop the vehicle and knows the rules for safe driving. When the high speed lock-out is disconnected, the vehicle can be driven forward in low speed (21/2 mph, maximum) or high speed (5 mph, maximum).

• Make sure the shifter is in the low speed position.

• Loosen and remove the screw in the shifter box.

• Place the lock-out screw into the hole in the shifter handle for future use. It can be re-inserted into the shifter box to lock-out high speed.

• Slide the lock-out lever back.

Store lock-out screw here

Slide lever back

IMPORTANT! To avoid damaging the motors and gears, stop the vehicle before shifting from forward to reverse. Once your child is

completely comfortable with operating the vehicle in the forward mode, introduce reverse.

• Make sure the shifter is in the reverse position.

• Press down on the foot pedal.The vehicle will go in reverse at a maximum of 21/2 mph. The vehicle is designed to operate in low speed only in reverse. Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving in reverse.

• Make sure the shifter is in the high speed position.

• Press down on the foot pedal. The vehicle goes forward at a maximum of 5 mph. Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving forward in high speed.

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CHARGE INDICATOR

Button

12 VOLT BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR

• Press the 12 volt battery charge indicator button to check the power level of your battery:

All four lights means the 12 volt battery is 100% (fully) charged.

VEHICLE CARE

• Check all screws, cap nuts and their 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.

• An extremely dirty vehicle can be rinsed with a hose but avoid spraying directly into switches, motors and battery compartment. Water or moisture in the motors or electrical switches can cause them to corrode, and could cause switch or motor failure.

• Avoid operating the vehicle on sand. Sand in the motors 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.

• 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. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com or call 1-800-348-0751.

Three lights means the 12 volt battery is 75% (mostly) charged.

Two lights means the 12 volt battery is 50% charged.

We recommend recharging your battery for 14 hours.

One or no lights means the 12 volt battery needs charging. Fully

charge your battery for 14 hours.

Hint: For the most accurate reading, do not press the battery charge indicator while the vehicle is moving.

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PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

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 Relations, toll-free at 1-800-348-0751 between 9 AM - 7 PM (EST) Monday through Friday and 11 AM - 5 PM (EST) Saturday. Or, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center. For the location nearest you, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com, or call 1-800-348-0751.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

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

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

Tripped thermal fuse The built-in thermal fuse may “trip” and shut down operation of the

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

least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time. After firsttime 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 charger connector is plugged into the battery, and that the charger is plugged into the wall.

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

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.

vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe. Once a fuse has “tripped”, remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg) maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle. Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects, which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors. If a thermal fuse continually trips, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center.

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

Vehicle was running but suddenly stopped

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.

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

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

Tripped thermal fuse The built-in thermal fuse may "trip" and shut down operation of

the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe. Once a fuse has “tripped”, remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg) maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle. Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects, which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors. If a thermal fuse continually trips, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Short run time (Less than 1 - 3 hours per charge)

Undercharged battery Charge the battery. A new battery should have been charged for at

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

Battery is old and will not accept full charge

Tripped thermal fuse The built-in thermal fuse may “trip” and shut down operation of the

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

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

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

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.

Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with a new Power Wheels® 12 volt rechargeable battery. Do not substitute parts.

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

Battery needs charging Be sure to charge the battery after each use.

Battery is old and will not accept full charge

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

Driving conditions are too stressful Restrict your child's driving to areas that are generally level with

least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time. After firsttime 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 charger connector is plugged into the battery, and that the charger is plugged into the wall.

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

Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on the vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with a new Power Wheels® 12 volt rechargable battery. Do not substitute parts.

one rider at one time, by exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg) maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle.

gentle inclines or slopes.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Vehicle runs in low speed, but does not run in high speed.

Please note: The vehicle is designed to operate in low speed only in reverse .

When the foot pedal is pressed one rear wheel spins

Sometimes the vehicle doesn’t run, but other times it does

When the go foot pedal is pressed, the vehicle won’t run without a push

High speed lock-out not disconnected. The vehicle was pre-set to run only in low speed. To allow the

vehicle to run in low and high speed, you must disconnect the High Speed Lock-Out. Follow the instructions on page 14 to remove the High Speed Lock-Out screw.

Operation of vehicle in low speed It is possible that only one rear wheel may spin when both rear

wheels are raised off the ground and the vehicle is in low speed. This does not necessarily indicate a problem. Check for proper operation of the drive system by raising the rear wheels off the ground and pressing the foot pedal. If only one rear wheel spins, carefully press your hand on the spinning wheel to slow it down. The other rear wheel should begin to spin. If the other rear wheel does not begin to spin, there may be a problem with the vehicle. Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for diagnosis and repair.

Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make

sure they are tight.

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

diagnosis and repair.

Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make

sure they are tight.

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

diagnosis and repair.

Battery's thermal fuse constantly "trips", but the vehicle is not overloaded nor the driving conditions too severe

Loud clacking or grinding noise from a motor-gearbox

Charger gets warm during use It is normal for some chargers to get

Battery makes a sizzling or gurgling noise when charging

Damaged battery Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for

Child is switching between FORWARD and REVERSE without stopping

Broken gears Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for

warm during use and is not reason for concern.

It is normal for some batteries to make noise and swell slightly while charging and is not reason for concern.

diagnosis and repair.

Teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching direction.

diagnosis and repair.

No action required.

If your charger does not get warm during use, it does not mean that it is not working properly.

No action required.

If your battery does not make noise or swell slightly during charging, it does not mean that it is not accepting the charge.

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(United States Only)

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.

• 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.

LIMITED WARRANTYFCC STATEMENT

Bumper-to-Bumper*

Limited Warranty

One year limited warranty from the date of purchase

on the Power Wheels

Six month limited warranty on the 12 volt battery.

For the original purchaser, this one year limited warranty covers the Power Wheels® ride-on vehicle (purchased from Power Wheels®) against defects in materials and workmanship. The six month limited warranty applies only to the 12 volt battery included by Power Wheels® with the original purchase of the vehicle.

This warranty covers normal use and does not cover the Power 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 FOR 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. If there is not an authorized service center in your area, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com or call Consumer Relations 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.

vehicle.

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Before first-time use,

you must charge the battery

18 hours!

Charge the battery immediately after each use.

Charge the battery once a month, even if the vehicle

is not used or stored.

Do not return

your vehicle to the store!

We're a toll-free phone call away, and we can help.

If you are missing parts or need assistance, please call:

1-800-348-0751

8 am - 6 pm EST, Monday through Friday.

Or contact your local independently owned and operated

Power Wheels

For the location nearest you, visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com.

Fisher-Price and Power Wheels are U.S. trademarks of Mattel, Inc.

Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., East Aurora, New York 14052 U.S.A.

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