Fisher-Price WILD THING 74180 Owner's Manual & Assembly Instructions page 23

Problem
Vehicle constantly trips the fuse
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 24) 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:
1. vehicle
2. vehicle model number (see sticker in the battery compartment)
3. vehicle production run number (see sticker in the battery compartment)
4. Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdriver and needle-nose pliers with plastic or rubber handles
5. an extra Power Wheels
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse
Vehicle is overloaded and/or
driving conditions are too stressful
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.
thermal fuse is helpful
®
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed
Power Wheels ® thermal fuse before charging.
For best performance, do not use substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing
more than one rider at one time, exceeding the 65 lbs.
maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the
vehicle. Use only on gentle inclines or slopes of 10˚ or less.
Recharge the battery and avoid extreme driving conditions.
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
® authorized service