Fisher-Price CATERPILLAR 73260 Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions page 23

Problem
Vehicle runs sluggishly
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 or contact Power Wheels
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Undercharged battery
Battery needs charging
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.
® Consumer Relations toll-free at 1-800-348-0751.
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been
charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for
the first time. After first-time 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 battery connector
is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the
charger is plugged into the wall.
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is "ON".
Be sure to charge the battery after each use.
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
and built-in thermal fuse. For best performance, do not
substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more
than one rider at one time, by exceeding the 65 lb. 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 generally level ground.
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.
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Solution
® 6 volt battery with A-style connector
® authorized service
® authorized service
® authorized service