Fisher-Price HARLEY-DAVIDSON Motorcycle 74370 Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions page 31

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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
Batteries' thermal fuses constantly
"trip", 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
Batteries make 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 32) or contact Power Wheels
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Possible Cause
Batteries need charging
Batteries are 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 batteries
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.
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Solution
Solution
After approximately 3 hours of constant use, the batteries
need charging.
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 ® 6 volt batteries with built-in thermal fuse.
Power Wheels ® 6 volt batteries with external thermal fuses
will not fit in the battery compartment of this vehicle.
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 appoximately 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 28 to connect High Speed Hook-up.
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to
make sure they are tight.
Contact your local Power Wheels ® authorized service
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 ® authorized service
center for diagnosis and repair.
Contact your local Power Wheels ® authorized service
center for diagnosis and repair.
Teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching
direction.
Contact your local Power Wheels ® authorized service
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 batteries do not make noise or swell slightly
during charging, it does not mean that they are
not accepting the charge.