Kawasaki C7478 User's Manual
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1. 000000 How to Operate Your Vehicle 0 Statement of Limited Warranty Problems and Solutions Guide Important Information e Your new vehicle requires adult assembly Please set aside at least 45 minutes for assembly e You must charge your battery for 18 30 hours before you use your vehicle for the first time We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly Please see Battery Charging beginning on page 7 for detailed instructions e Read this manual carefully for important safety information and operating instructions before using your vehicle e This vehicle is designed for use on grass asphalt and other hard surfaces on generally level terrain and by children 3 years of age e Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors Most interior floor ing can be damaged by riding this vehicle indoors Fisher Price will not be responsible for damage to floors if this vehicle is used indoors e Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding always sit on the seat always wear shoes only 1 one rider at a time e To prevent damaging the motors and gears teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching between forward and reverse Do not tow anything behind the vehicle or overload it Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 65 Ibs 29 5 kg e For safety reasons your vehicle has been pre set so that i2. Kawasaki Product features may vary from the picture above Please read this manual and save it with your original sales receipt Tools needed for assembly Phillips Screwdriver Hammer and Pliers all not included Cap Nut Assembly Tool included Use only with a Power Wheels 12 Volt Battery with Built in Thermal Fuse and a Power Wheels 12 Volt Charger both included Kawasaki is a U S trademark owned by and used under license from Kawasaki Motors Corp U S A Kawasaki Motors Corp U S A All Rights Reserved This product is neither manufactured nor distributed by Kawasaki Motors Corp U S A Consumer inquiries should be directed to Power Wheels by Fisher Price Fisher Price Power Wheels Power Wheels by Fisher Price and Power Lock are U S trademarks of Mattel Inc www powerwheels com POWER Owner s Manual WHEELS with Assembly Instructions e e by FisherErice For Model C7478 Table of Contents ZSrFArACeCT7 TAIAMOOW gt Important Information 00000 eee Warnings and Caution 2 200 eee ee Palms Saa aa wintened dla bl eet gobi anaes Parts Diagram 0 000 ee Battery Charging 00c eee eee eee Assembly 000 000 eee eee Label Decoration 00 0c eee eae Battery Installation 0000 cece eaee Battery Care and Disposal 4 Caring For Your Vehicle 00055 Rules For Safe Driving
3. Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury Use of Power Wheels components in products other than Power Wheels vehicles could cause overheating fire or explosion e The battery must be handled by adults only The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Dropping the battery could result in serious injury e Never allow children to charge the battery Battery charging must be done by adults only A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery e Read the safety instructions on the battery e Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery If damage or excessive wear is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part e HOT motors Handle carefully RIDING HAZARD WARNING e Prevent Injuries and Deaths e Direct Adult Supervision Required e Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas These areas must be away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings generally level to prevent tipovers away from steps and steep inclines cars roads and alleys CAUTION e In the unassembled state this package contains small parts Adult assembly is required e Use the charger in dry locations only e If you experience a problem with this product or are missing a part please ca
4. how far and how quickly to turn the handlebar when driving in reverse Advanced High Speed Drive Lock Out Before you disconnect the high speed lock out make sure your child knows how to start and stop the vehicle and knows the rules for safe driving When the high speed lock out is removed the vehicle can be driven forward in low speed 21 2 mph maximum or high speed 5 mph maximum e Remove the lock out screw from the shifter box using a Phillips screwdriver Store the screw in the hole in the shifter for future use You can re insert the screw into the shifter box if you want to lock out high speed and allow operation of the vehicle in low speed only 19 How to Operate Your Vehicle IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the motors and gears stop the vehicle before shifting between low and high speed e Make sure the shifter is in the HIGH SPEED position e Press the foot pedal The vehicle will drive forward at a maximum of 5 mph e Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the handlebar when driving forward in high speed IMPORTANT Use the vehicle ONLY outdoors Most interior flooring can be damaged by riding the vehicle indoors Fisher Price will not be responsible for damage to floors if vehicle is used indoors Statement of Limited Warranty One year limited warranty from the date of purchase on the Power Wheels vehicle Six month limited warranty on the 12 vol
5. the worn or damaged part 17 Disposal T X e Your Power Wheels battery is a sealed lead acid battery It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner e Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in your regular household trash The incineration landfilling or mixing of sealed lead acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law in most areas e Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in a fire The battery may explode or leak e Return exhausted batteries to a federal or state approved lead acid battery recycler such as a Power Wheels authorized service center or a local seller of automotive batteries For the service center location nearest you please call 1 800 348 0751 Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection recycling and disposal of lead acid batteries If you live in the State of Florida or Minnesota it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead acid batteries in the municipal waste stream Caring For Your Vehicle e Check all screws cap nuts and their protective coverings regularly and tighten as required Check plastic parts on a regular basis for cracks or broken pieces e During snowy or rainy weather the vehicle should be stored inside or under a protective cover Remember to charge the battery at least once per month while your vehicle is not in regular use e Avoid operating the vehicle in
6. volt battery has a built in thermal fuse A thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe The fuse will automatically reset itself after approximately 25 seconds allowing the vehicle to resume normal operation To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 65 Ib maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors Make sure the motor harness connector is plugged into the battery and that there are no loose wires around the motors Dead battery If your battery is old or if you have not followed Battery Care instructions your battery may be dead If you are unsure whether or not the battery is dead you can have it tested at your local Power Wheels authorized service center Electrical switch damage The electrical switches can become corroded due to exposure to water or moisture or can jam due to loose dirt sand or gravel Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Motor damage Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for di
7. wet or snowy conditions and do not spray the vehicle with a hose Do not wash the vehicle with soap and water Water or moisture in the motors or electrical switches can cause them to corrode and could cause switch or motor failure e Avoid operating the vehicle on sand loose dirt or gravel Sand loose dirt or gravel in the motors or electrical switches can cause them to jam and could cause switch or motor failure e The vehicle can be wiped down with a soft dry cloth For a shiny finish you can wipe plastic parts with a non wax furniture polish applied to a soft cloth Do not use automotive wax Do not use soap and water or spray the vehicle with a hose e To ensure that your vehicle stays in good operating order we recommend that you periodically have your vehicle checked by a Power Wheels authorized service center For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 RIDING HAZARD A WARNING Prevent Injuries and Deaths e Direct Adult Supervision Required e Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas These areas must be away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings generally level to prevent tipovers away from steps and steep inclines cars roads and alleys Teach Safety Rules to Children While children can quickly develop the skill necessary to drive this vehicle it is important to remember
8. Not Shown Cap Nut 6 Steering Bushing Label Sheet Steering Column Handlebar Handlebar Neck Rear Axle 12 Volt Battery Round Bushing 2 12 Volt Charger 10 32 Lock Nut 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 _ Battery Charging ELECTRICAL HAZARD A WARNING e Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery clamp e PREVENT FIRE Never modify the electrical system Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury Use of Power Wheels components in products other than Power Wheels vehicles could cause overheating fire or explosion e The battery must be handled by adults only The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Dropping the battery could result in serious injury Never allow children to charge the battery Battery charging must be done by adults only A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery Read the safety instructions on the battery Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery If damage or excessive wear is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part CAUTION Use the charger in dry locations
9. Vehicle section in this manual for more information DO NOT Return your Vehicle to the Store 2 337 If you are missing parts or need assistance Over 400 Aae 2 please call us toll free Authorized Service Centers p Visit us on line at gt Power Wheels Consumer Relations www powerwhesls cor for the location 1 800 348 0751 nearest you 8 AM 6 PM EST Monday through Friday Or contact your local independently owned and operated Power Wheels Authorized Service Center POWER For the location nearest you WHEELS visit us on line at www powerwheels com by Fisher Price Fisher Price Power Wheels Power Wheels by Fisher Price and Power Lock are U S trademarks of Mattel Inc Fisher Price Inc a subsidiary of Mattel Inc East Aurora New York 14052 U S A 2004 Mattel Inc All Rights Reserved PRINTED IN MEXICO C7478pr 0920
10. agnosis and repair Vehicle was running but Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors Make sure the motor suddenly stopped harness connector is plugged into the battery and that there are no loose wires around the motors Tripped thermal fuse Each Power Wheels 12 volt battery has a built in thermal fuse A thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe The fuse will automatically reset itself after approximately 25 seconds allowing the vehicle to resume normal operation To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 65 Ib maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center 21 Problems and Solutions Guide Problem Short run time Vehicle runs sluggishly Possible Cause Undercharged battery Solution 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 wires and connectors Make sure the charger connecto
11. clacking or grinding noise from a motor gearbox Broken gears Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Charger gets warm during use It is normal for some chargers to get warm during use and is not reason for concern No action required If your charger does not get warm during use it does not mean that it is not working properly Battery makes a sizzling or gurgling noise when charging It is normal for some battery to make noise and swell slightly while charging and is not reason for concern 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 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 Consumer Relations toll free at 1 800 348 0751 23 IMPORTANT DO NOT use this vehicle for the first time until you have charged the battery for 18 hours Remember to WV charge the battery immediately after each use WV charge the battery once a month during storage even if the vehicle has not been used Failure to follow these instructions will permanently damage your battery and void your warranty Please refer to the Battery Care Section in this manual for more information For high speed operation please refer to the How to Operate Your
12. e slots Note Pull up on the front of the vehicle body while pressing down on the cowling to make sure the front tabs snap into the slots 11 Assembly Handlebar Handlebar Neck Lock Nuts CQ Rounded Side AOI e Position the handlebar upright Fit the handlebar neck to the undersideof the handlebar with the holes in the handlebar and handlebar neck aligned Insert two 10 x 15 s screws down through the handlebar and handlebar neck Fit a 10 lock nut onto the ends of both screws Make sure the rounded side of the lock nut is down While holding a lock nut steady with pliers tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Do not over tighten Repeat this procedure to tighten the other screw Set the handlebar assembly aside for assembly step 14 Steering Column Upper Steering Linkage Lower Steering Linkage Bike the front end of the jens e Slide the straight end of the steering column through the hole in the upper steering linkage and out through the hole in the vehicle body e Insert the curved end of the steering column into the hole in the lower steering linkage 12 437 Cap Nut Steering Column e Fit a cap nut on the curved end of the steering column e Support the steering column and tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the end of the steering column e Position the vehicle body upright Steering Column Hint You may want the help of anothe
13. end of the front axle e Fit the cupped end of the cap nut assembly tool over the cap nut and tap the end of the cap nut assembly tool with a hammer to secure the cap nut on the end of the axle e Repeat this procedure to assemble a washer round bushing wheel hubcap and cap nut to the other front axle Ring Side Shifter o of A Uh SY Q oe e Press firmly on each side of the cowling to snap the four side tabs into the slots in the vehicle body Make sure the rear tab stays aligned with the slot Note You may need to flex the shifter to the side to fit the cowling over the high speed lock out screw e Press the tab under the back of the seat and lift to remove the seat 9 PRESS HERE To Snap Rear Tab e Make sure the motor harness wires are positioned in the channel to prevent them from being pinched between the cowling and vehicle body O e Fit the rectangular opening in the cowling over the shifter handle Align the front side and rear tabs on the cowling with p the slots in the vehicle body but do not snap the tabs into the slots Bp D O e O e a e Press firmly on the back of the cowling to snap the rear x amp tab into the slot in the vehicle body She t e Press firmly on the front of the cowling to snap the four front tabs into the slots in the vehicle body Make sure the side and rear tabs stay aligned with th
14. he 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 charger connector is plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Battery needs charging Be sure to charge the battery after each use Battery is old and will not accept full charge Even with proper care a rechargeable battery does not last forever Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on the vehicle use and use conditions Replace the battery with a new Power Wheels 12 volt rechargeable battery Do not substitute parts Vehicle is overloaded Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more than one rider at one time by exceeding the 65 Ib maximum weight capacity or by towing objects behind the vehicle Driving conditions are too stressful Use only on generally level ground Vehicle runs in low speed but does not run in high speed Please Note The vehicle is designed to operate in low speed only when in reverse High speed lock out not disconnected 22 The vehicle was pre set to run only in low speed To allow the vehicle to run in low and high speed you must disconnect the High Speed Lock Out Follow the i
15. in use To disconnect the motor harness and battery connector Press the tab under the back of the seat and lift to remove the seat Pull the motor harness connector from the battery Replace the seat on the vehicle How to Operate Your Vehicle As assembled your vehicle is ready to roll in low speed 21 2 mph maximum When your child is ready to drive the vehicle in high speed 5 mph maximum follow the instructions step 3 to disconnect the high speed lock out Beginner Low Speed Drive e Make sure the shifter is in the LOW SPEED position e Press the foot pedal The vehicle will drive forward at a maximum of 21 2 mph e Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the handlebar when driving forward in low speed e Your vehicle has a patented electronic braking system that automatically stops the vehicle when your child s foot is lifted from the pedal e Make sure your child is comfortable with steering the vehicle and automatically knows how to stop Reverse Hint Once your child is comfortable operating the vehicle forward introduce reverse Shifter IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the motors and gears make sure to stop the vehicle before switching from forward to reverse e Move the shifter to the REVERSE position e Press the foot pedal The vehicle backs up at a maximum of 21 2 mph e Help your child practice steering to learn
16. led instructions on installing your battery If your battery is already installed in your vehicle simply re connect the motor harness connector to the battery Assembly WARNING Children can be harmed by small parts sharp edges and sharp points in the vehicle s unassembled state or by electrical items Care should be taken in unpacking and assembly of the vehicle Children should not handle parts including the battery or help in assembly of the vehicle 437 Cap Nut gt e Axle 437 Cap Nut e Fit a 437 cap nut onto one end of the rear axle e Tap the other end of the rear axle with a hammer to secure the cap nut on the end of the rear axle Hint You may want to position the cap nut on a scrap block of wood to protect the assembly surface 9 e Slide a hubcap indented side down onto the rear axle e Slide a wheel onto the rear axle Make sure the ribs on the wheel face up e Slide a rear wheel driver ring side down onto the rear axle Fit the grooves on the rear wheel driver onto the ribs on the wheel e Slide a washer onto the rear axle Rear Axle Rear Wheel Driver Motor Assembly e Position the vehicle body upright Face the back end of the vehicle body Hint You will need to temporarily hold the remaining rear wheel driver onto the motor assembly to properly position the rear axle assembly into the motor as
17. ll us at 1 800 348 0751 rather than return this product to the store e Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts are discarded e Some parts were placed under the seat for shipment Press the tab under the back of the seat and lift to access the battery compartment e Metal parts have been coated with a lubricant to protect them during shipment Wipe all metal parts with a paper towel to remove any excess lubricant T Handlebar Neck Rear Wheel Driver 2 Cowling Hubcap 4 Rear Axle Steering Column e Steering Bushing Handlebar Cap Nut Handlebar Assembly Assembly Tool ZA y 42 NOLT CHARGER Round Bushing 2 Microphone 12 Volt Charger 12 Volt Battery Part Not Shown Label Sheet umumman mme 6 x 1 Screw 6 6 x 1 2 Screw 2 The Washer 4 437 Cap Nut 6 j AANA 10 x 15 s Screw 2 10 32 Lock Nut 2 All Shown Actual Size For your convenience extra fasteners are included Parts Diagram Note Some parts are assembled on both sides of the vehicle This illustration shows assembly on right side only Vehicle Body Microphone 21 10 x 15s Screw 2 Cowling Rear Wheel Driver 2 22 6x 1 Screw 6 Seat Grip 2 23 6 x 1 2 Screw 2 Wheel 4 Handlebar Front 24 he Washer 4 Hubcap 4 Handlebar Back
18. ly on the microphone cord to make sure it is secure in the handlebar Hang the microphone on the handlebar Fit a hand grip onto each end of the handlebar If it is difficult to slide the hand grips onto the handlebar moisten the hand grips with warm water first 11 POWER WHEELS by Fisher Price Dash and Rear View e Apply labels as shown For best results make sure your hands and the areas to which the labels will be applied are clean and dry 14 Label Decoration Proper label application will help to keep the labels looking their best When applying labels keep the following guidelines in mind e Wash your hands before applying the labels e Before applying the labels wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean dry cloth to remove any dust or oils e Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations e For best results avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle After applying a label rub the label firmly with a clean dry cloth to make sure the label is adhered to your vehicle Start at the center of a label and smooth towards the outer edges to remove air bubbles Left Side Battery Installation IMPORTANT Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt battery with built in thermal fuse Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle Make sure that you charge the battery for at least 18 hours using the enclosed Power Wheels 12 volt charger before o
19. mation 1 800 348 0751 THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE PLEASE SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT 20 Problems and Solutions Guide IMPORTANT If you experience a problem with your vehicle first check the Problems and Solutions Guide below If you still experience a problem please contact Power Wheels Consumer Relations toll free at 1 800 348 0751 between 8 AM and 6 PM EST Monday through Friday Or contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center For the location nearest to you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 Vehicle does not run Undercharged battery Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for he first time After first time use recharge the battery for at east 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery onger than 30 hours Check all connectors Make sure the charger connector is plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Charger is not working There is no sure way to tell if your charger is working unless you have a volt meter If you suspect there is a problem with your charger contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center They can test your charger for you Tripped thermal fuse Each Power Wheels 12
20. ng the charging process If damage is detected do not charge the battery or use it in your vehicle Battery acid is very corrosive and can cause severe damage to surfaces it contacts e Do not charge the battery on a surface such as kitchen counter tops which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery Take precautions to protect the surface on which you charge your battery e Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt charger with type 12V connector 120 VAC 60 Hz 28W with an output of 12 VDC 1200mA to charge your Power Wheels rechargeable 12 volt battery e If your battery is old and will not accept a charge do not leave it in the vehicle Always remove a dead battery from the vehicle Charger Connector Plug the charger connector into the battery Plug the charger into a standard 120 volt wall outlet Note If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch make sure the switch is ON Before first time use charge the battery for at least 18 hours Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of your vehicle Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours Once the battery is charged pull firmly on the charger connector to disconnect it from the battery Unplug the charger from the wall outlet The battery is now ready to be installed in your vehicle Please see the Battery Installation section on page 16 for detai
21. nstructions on page 19 to remove the High Speed Lock Out screw Problems and Solutions Guide Problem When the foot pedal is pressed only one rear wheel spins Possible Cause Operation of vehicle in low speed Solution It is possible that only one rear wheel may spin when both rear wheels are raised off the ground and the vehicle is in low speed This does not necessarily indicate a problem Check for proper operation of the drive system by raising the rear wheels off the ground and pressing the foot pedal If only one rear wheel spins carefully press your hand on the spinning wheel to slow it down The other rear wheel should begin to spin If the other rear wheel does not begin to spin there may be a problem with the vehicle Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Sometimes the vehicle doesn t run but other times it does Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight Motor or electrical switch damage Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair When the foot pedal is pressed the vehicle won t run without a push Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight Dead Spot on motor Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Loud
22. only About Thermal Fuses Your Power Wheels 12 volt battery is equipped with a built in thermal fuse The thermal fuse is a self resetting safety device which automatically trips and shuts down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped it will automatically reset itself after approximately 25 seconds and allow the vehicle to resume normal operations To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 65 lbs 30 kg maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Avoid severe driving conditions such as driving up very steep slopes or running into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors Make sure your child stops the vehicle before switching speeds or direction Battery Charging Important Notes e Your new battery must be charged for at least 18 hours before you use it in your vehicle for the first time e We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly of your new vehicle e You do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to recharge it e The battery must be upright while charging e The charger is not a toy e Do not short circuit the battery e Before charging the battery examine the battery case for cracks and other damage which may cause sulfuric acid electrolyte to leak duri
23. perating your vehicle for the first time Charge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of the vehicle Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Failure to follow these instructions may damage your battery and will void your warranty Vehicle e Press the tab under the back of the seat and lift to remove the seat e Squeeze the battery clamp arms together to release the arms from the slots in the vehicle body e Press the battery clamp arms in and over the lock tabs and lift the battery clamp 16 e Place the battery upright in the battery compartment e Plug the motor harness connector into the battery Push firmly to join hf aie e Lower the battery clamp over the battery e Fit the battery clamp arms down into the slots in the vehicle body e Press the battery clamp arms out over the lock tabs to snap and secure the battery clamp arms in the slots Re assemble the vehicle seat Battery Care and Disposal Battery Care and Disposal Care If a battery leak develops avoid contact with the leaking acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag See information below for proper disposal If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician If acid is internally ingested give water milk of magnesia or egg whites immediately Never give emetics or induce vomiting Call a physician e Charge a new batter
24. r adult to support the steering column near the steering linkage while assembling the handlebar to the vehicle body e Slide the steering bushing narrow side down onto the steering column and into the neck of the vehicle body Assembly Front Short Sc ew Handlebar Cap Nut Pegs Assembly Steeri Handlebar eae Assembly 45 Fit the handlebar assembly onto the end of the steering Now fit the back handlebar assembly to the front column Make sure the handlebar grip area points towards handlebar assembly the rear of the vehicle e Insert two 6 x 2 screws into the two top center holes of e Fit a cap nut on the end of the steering column the back handlebar assembly as shown Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the end e Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver Do not of the steering column over tighten Pull up on the handlebar to make sure the handlebar assembly is secure Front Screw Handlebar Pegs Housing Handlebar e Insert six 6 x 1 screws through the back handlebar assembly as shown e Fit the front handlebar assembly into the front of e Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver the handlebar Do not over tighten 13 Assembly 19 Microphone T End Hand Grip Handlebar Bend the plastic tip at the end of the microphone cord so that it forms a T Insert the T end of the microphone cord into the hole in the handlebar Pull gent
25. r is plugged into the battery and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is ON Overcharged battery Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours If you suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of overcharging contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center They can test your battery for you Battery is old and will not accept full charge 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 the battery with a new Power Wheels 12 volt rechargeable battery Do not substitute parts Tripped thermal fuse Undercharged battery Each Power Wheels 12 volt battery has a built in thermal fuse A thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe The fuse will automatically reset itself after approximately 25 seconds allowing the vehicle to resume normal operation To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 65 Ib maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse continually trips contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center Charge t
26. sembly e Fit and hold the remaining rear wheel driver against the motor pins on one end of the motor assembly as shown e While holding the rear wheel driver in place slide the rear axle assembly into the hole in the opposite side of the motor assembly Make sure the rear wheel driver on the rear axle assembly fits onto the pins in the motor assembly e Slide the rear wheel driver off the end of the rear axle Assembly Washer Assembly Tool Rear Wheel Driver 437 Cap Nut C_ D e Slide a washer onto the rear axle Slide the rear wheel driver onto the rear axle Make sure the rear wheel driver fits onto the pins in the motor assembly e Slide a wheel onto the rear axle Make sure the ribs on the wheel fit into the grooves on the rear wheel driver e Slide a hubcap indented side out onto the rear axle e Fit a 437 cap nut on the end of the rear axle e Fit the cupped end of the cap nut assembly tool over the cap nut and tap the end of the cap nut assembly tool with a hammer to secure the cap nut on the end of the rear axle 10 437 Cap Nut Round Bushing E D e Face the front end of the vehicle body e Slide a washer onto one of the front axles Slide a round bushing ring end first onto the front axle Slide a wheel ribbed side first onto the front axle e Slide a hubcap indented side out onto the front axle e Fit a 437 cap nut on the
27. t battery For the original purchaser this one year limited warranty covers the Power Wheels ride on vehicle purchased from Power Wheels against defects in materials and workmanship The six month limited warranty applies only to the 12 volt battery included by Power Wheels with the original purchase of the vehicle This warranty covers normal use and does not cover the Power Wheels vehicle or battery if damaged by unreasonable use neglect accident abuse misuse improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship Evidence of any attempt at consumer repair will void this warranty THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND IS INTENDED TO EXCLUDE ANY LIABILITY ON THE PART OF POWER WHEELS WHETHER UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR IMPLIED BY LAW FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Should you need service or assistance with your vehicle during the warranty period do not return the vehicle to the store Power Wheels has provided nationwide network of authorized service centers For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 Power Wheels is continually expanding our Authorized Service Center Network If there is not an authorized service center in your area please call Consumer Relations for infor
28. t will operate at low speed You must disconnect the high speed lock out to allow operation of the vehicle at high speed Please see page 19 for detailed instructions If you have any questions about your Power Wheels vehicle please call our toll free service lines at 1 800 348 0751 from 8 AM to 6 PM EST Monday through Friday Trained customer service representatives are available to take your call in English or French Habla Espa ol Si usted tiene alguna pregunta necesita asistencia llame gratis 1 800 348 0755 para los Estados Unidos Tenemos representantes que hablan espanol para atender su llamada e For your convenience Power Wheels maintains an independently owned and operated Authorized Service Center Network with more than 400 authorized service centers nationwide The authorized service centers will repair or replace parts under warranty at no extra charge and can perform non warranty repairs for a minimal charge To find the authorized service center nearest to you visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 e If you would like to register your vehicle please visit us on line at www powerwheels com Warnings and Caution ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING e Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery clamp e PREVENT FIRE Never modify the electrical system Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system
29. that their judgment skills are still very immature Unsupervised driving by children can lead to serious injury Before children use this vehicle an adult should carefully evaluate the driving area as well as the children s skill level and ability to drive this vehicle safely Children are not always able to recognize or anticipate hazards even when they have been taught about them THERE IS NO ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR DIRECT ADULT SUPERVISION Teach appropriate safety rules to your child before allowing operation of this vehicle These rules should also be reviewed with neighborhood children or other playmates who want to drive this vehicle Riding Rules Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving 1 Always sit on the seat 2 Always wear shoes 3 Only 1 one rider at a time A child who is not sitting on the seat or who is standing on the vehicle could fall off cause a tip over or block the driver s view A child could be seriously injured 4 Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the street or near moving motorized vehicles 5 Do not allow any child to drive near bodies of water such as pools or creeks obstructions such as furniture low tree limbs or play equipment or drop offs such as stairs or decks Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the dark A child could encounter unexpected obstacles and have an accident Operate the vehicle only in the da
30. y for at least 18 hours before first use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Overcharging or undercharging the battery may shorten battery life and decrease vehicle running time e After the first charge recharge the battery for at least 14 hours after each use Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Charge the battery after each use regardless of how long the vehicle was used e The battery must be upright while charging e Do not allow the battery to run down completely before charging e Charge the battery before storing the vehicle e Charge the battery at least once per month even if the vehicle has not been used e Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will ruin it e Always remove an exhausted battery from the vehicle Battery leakage and corrosion can damage the vehicle e Do not store the battery on a surface which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery Take precautions to protect the surface such as kitchen counter tops on which you store the battery e Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75 F or below 10 F e Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the battery compartment Always use the battery clamp to secure the battery in the battery compartment e Examine the battery charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery If damage is detected do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced
31. ytime or a well lit area 18 11 12 Rules for Safe Driving Use vehicle on generally level ground ONLY Do not allow your child to drive on sloped or inclined surfaces Restrict your child s driving to generally level ground ONLY Do not allow your child to drive down or across a steep slope The vehicle may gain unsafe speed even if the pedal is released to stop The vehicle may tilt and tip over The wheels could lose traction causing the vehicle to slip Do not allow your child to drive up steep inclines The motor may stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed Never put anything near any moving parts Rotating parts such as motors gear boxes and wheels can snag fingers hair etc causing serious injury Do not allow operation of the vehicle when it is on its side or in an upside down position Do not operate the vehicle near flammable vapors gasoline paint thinner acetone liquid wax etc The vehicle s electrical switches like most electrical switches emit an internal spark when first turned on or turned off The presence of flammable liquids or vapors could cause an explosion or a fire Keep all flammable products in tightly sealed containers and away from the vehicle Do not allow a child to operate the vehicle without direct adult supervision To prevent unsupervised use of the vehicle disconnect the motor harness from the battery when the vehicle is not
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