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Problem
Problem
Vehicle runs sluggishly (cont.)
Vehicle runs in low speed but
does not run in high speed
Note: The vehicle is designed
to operate in low speed only
in reverse.
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
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
Battery makes a sizzling or
gurgling noise when charging
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Possible Cause
Battery needs charging
Battery is old and will not accept
accept full charge
Vehicle is overloaded
Driving conditions are too stressful
High speed hook-up
not connected
Loose wire or connector
Motor or electrical switch damage
Loose wire or connector
"Dead Spot" on motor
Damaged battery
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. Some chargers do not
get warm during use.
It is normal for some batteries to
make noise and swell slightly while
charging and is not reason for
concern. Some batteries do not
make noise or swell while charging.
Be sure to charge the battery after each use.
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 only with
Power Wheels
®
12 volt batteries with built-in thermal fuse.
Do not substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing
more than 1 rider at one time, exceeding the 65 lb.
maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the
vehicle. If the vehicle is overloaded, the fuses in the batter-
ies may "trip", and automatically shut down operation of the
for approximately 25 seconds. Adjust the driving conditions
to prevent repeated automatic shutdowns.
Use only on generally level ground.
The vehicle was pre-set to operate only in low speed until you
connect the high speed hook-up. Follow the instructions
on page 30 to connect High Speed Hook-up.
Note: The power boost button will not operate until the
high-speed connectors are joined.
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to
make sure they are tight.
Contact your local Power Wheels
center for diagnosis and repair.
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors
to make sure they are tight.
Contact your local Power Wheels
center for diagnosis and repair.
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.
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