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PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE
PROBLEM
Vehicle runs sluggishly
Sometimes the vehicle
doesn't run, but other times
it does
When the button 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
If, after reviewing the Problems and Solutions Guide, the vehicle still fails to operate, please contact your nearest
authorized service center.
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
Damaged battery
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.
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been
charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for
the fi rst time. After fi rst-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 fl ow to the wall outlet is "ON" .
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
®
a Power Wheels
thermal fuse. Do not substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing
more than one rider at one time, exceeding the 40 lb.
maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind
the vehicle.
Use only on generally level ground.
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.
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 (4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery with built-in
®
authorized service
®
authorized service
®
authorized service
®
authorized service
V3298pr-0920
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