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Problem
Vehicle runs sluggishly (cont.)
Sometimes the vehicle doesn't
run, but other times it does
When the foot pedal is pressed,
the vehicle won't run without
a push
Built-in fuse constantly "trips"
Loud clacking or grinding
noise from a motor-gearbox
Charger gets warm during use
Battery makes a sizzling or
gurgling noise when charging
If, after reviewing the Problems and Solutions Guide, the vehicle still fails to operate, please contact your nearest
authorized service center (see page 23) or contact Power Wheels
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 compartment),
• vehicle production run number (see sticker in battery compartment),
• Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdriver and needle-nose pliers.
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Battery is old and will not accept
full charge
Vehicle is overloaded
Driving conditions are too stressful
Loose wire or connector
Motor or electrical switch damage
Loose wire or connector
"Dead Spot" on motor
Child is switching between forward
and reverse without stopping.
Broken gears
It is normal for some chargers to get
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.
Even with proper care, rechargeable batteries do not last
forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on
the vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with
a Power Wheels
®
built-in thermal fuse. For best performance, do not use substi-
tute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more
than 1 rider at one time, by exceeding the 65 lbs. maximum
weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle.
If the vehicle is overloaded, the built-in thermal fuse in the bat-
tery may "trip" and automatically shut down operation of the
vehicle for approximately 25 seconds. Reduce the load on the
vehicle to prevent repeated automatic shutdowns.
Use only on gentle inclines or slopes of 10˚ or less.
If the driving conditions are too stressful the built-in thermal
fuse in the battery may "trip" and automatically shut down
operation of the vehicle for approximately 25 seconds.
Adjust the driving conditions to prevent repeated automatic
shutdowns.
Check all wires around the motor and all connectors to
make sure they are tight.
Contact your local Power Wheels
center for diagnosis and repair.
Check all wires around the motor and all connectors
to make sure they are tight.
Contact your local Power Wheels
center for diagnosis and repair.
Teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching
direction.
Contact your local Power Wheels
center for 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.
®
Consumer Affairs toll-free at 1-800-348-0751.
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Solution
6 volt battery with A-style connector and
®
authorized service
®
authorized service
®
authorized service
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