Fisher-Price M3865 User's Manual
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1. Repeat this procedure to insert a round bushing into the inside of another wheel Barrel Side Rear Axle Assembly Fit a round bushing barrel side first into the hole in the rear wheel well as shown Slide a 5 16 large washer onto the rear axle assembly Slide a spacer onto the rear axle assembly Fit the rear axle assembly through the round bushing and into the hole in the rear wheel well M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY Assembly Tool with Lock Washer Lock Washer Inside Rounded Side UP Fit the driver onto the end of the rear axle Turn the vehicle on its side Align the ribs on the inside of the driver with the gearbox teeth Fit Fit a lock washer rounded side up into the the driver to the gearbox assembly tool Make sure it fits completely Assembly Tool inside the assembly tool Fit the assembly tool with lock washer in it onto the end of the rear axle Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock washer on the end of the rear axle Pull on the lock washer to be sure it is secure on the rear axle Rectangular Bushing Outside of Wheel Fit another wheel with a round bushing inserted onto the end of the rear axle Make sure the outside of the wheel smooth side faces out and the ribs on the inside of the wheel fit in the grooves in the driver Turn the vehicle upright or keep on its side Fit a rectangular bushing base side out onto the rear axle Inser2. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 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 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 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 Wheels9 authorized service center They can test your charger for you Tripped thermal fuse The built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 50 Ib 23 kg 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 aut
3. 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 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 Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions and do not spray the vehicle with a hose Water or moisture in the motors or electrical switches can cause them to corrode and could cause switch or motor failure 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 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 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 IMPORTANT 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 the floor if the vehicle is used indoors Press this button to move forward Press the FORWARD
4. 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 a nationwide network of authorized service centers If there is not an authorized service center in your area please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call Consumer Relations for information 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 M3865pr 0920 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 9 AM 7 PM EST Monday through Friday and 11 AM 5 PM EST Saturday Or contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center For the location nearest you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751
5. backing from label 29 and apply the label to the left spoke Remove the backing from label 30 and apply the label to the bottom spoke Remove the backing from label 31 and apply the label to the right spoke Large Opening Upright Steering Column Steering Wheel Bend Upright Position the steering wheel with the large opening upright Position the steering column so that the bend is upright as shown Fit the steering column through the center hole in the steering wheel M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY 10 34 Trusshead T MA Insert a 10 3 4 trusshead screw through co 0 the front end of the vehicle and through the hole in the bracket Attach the 10 lock nut to the end of the trusshead screw While holding the lock nut in place with an adjustable wrench tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Do not over tighten Steering Wheel Cap Steering Turn the vehicle upright Fit the steering wheel cap into the center of the steering wheel Insert two 6 x 1 screws through the steering wheel cap and into the steering wheel Tighten the screws M3865pr 0920 Steering Steering Steering Column 2nd Bend Steering Turn the vehicle on its side so that the bottom faces you Position the steering bracket behind the steering linkage as shown Fit the steering column through the hole in the steering bracket to t
6. built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 50 Ib 23 kg 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 M3865pr 0920 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE 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 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 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 6 Volt Type H battery with built in the
7. gets warm during use It is normal for some chargers to get No action required warm during use and is not reason for concern Some chargers do not get warm during use If your charger does not get warm during use it does not mean that it is not working properly It is normal for some batteries to make noise and swell slightly while charging and is not reason for concern Battery makes a sizzling or No action required gurgling noise when charging 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 M3865pr 0920 Before first time use you must charge the battery 18 hours Charge the battery immediately after each use Charge the battery once a month even if the vehicle is not used or stored Do not return your vehicle to the store CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Call toll free 1 800 348 0751 US amp Canada only M F 9AM to 7PM SAT 11AM to 5PM EST service fisher price com Write to us at Fisher Price Consumer Relations 636 Girard Avenue East Aurora New York 14052 Hearing impaired consumers using TTY TDD equipment please call 1 800 382 7470 Or contact your local independently owned and operated Power Wheels Authorized Service Center For the location nearest you visit us on line a
8. 31 to assemble the remaining wheel with round bushing and hex bushing lock washer front wheel traction band hubcap and hubcap cover Slide the other side of the front wheel traction band around the front wheel M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY 354 Black Cap Nut Steering Column Fit a 354 black cap nut onto the end of the steering column Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the steering column Hints You may need the help of another adult to keep these two parts in the correct position You may want to position the steering column on a scrap block of wood to protect the assembly surface Curved End of Steering Column Windshield Large Hole Rectangular Opening With the large opening in the steering wheel upright fit the curved end of the steering column down into the large hole in the windshield Continue to insert the curved end of the steering column through the small rectangular opening in the floor of the vehicle Steering Wheel Label 29 Label 31 Bottom Spoke Label 30 Cut the steering wheel labels 29 30 and 31 from the larger label sheet Now position the steering wheel labels as shown in the illustration around the steering wheel Hint These labels will be applied around the spokes on the steering wheel Carefully apply the center portion of each label to the topside of each spoke Gently smooth the label around each spoke Remove the
9. arbox with the teeth outward Fit the gearbox through the large opening in the side of the battery compartment Fit a rectangular bushing base end up onto the rear axle Position a hubcap ridges down onto the rear axle Fit a lock washer rounded side up into the assembly tool Make sure it fits completely inside the assembly tool Position the rear axle with the hubcap up as shown Fit the assembly tool with lock washer in it onto one end of the rear axle Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock washer on the end of the rear axle Hint You may want to position the rear axle on a scrap block of wood to protect the assembly surface Pull on the lock washer to be sure it is secure on the rear axle M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY Outside of Smooth Surface Rear Axle Insert the rear axle into the hole in the outside smooth side of the wheel Be sure to align the rectangular bushing with the rectangular opening Identify the inside and the outside of a wheel in the outside of the wheel The inside of the wheel has ribs on its surface The outside of the Fit the peg on the inside of the hubcap into the small hole in the wheel has a smooth surface outside of the wheel Barrel Side Round Bushing 0 Inside of bs Round Spacer Bushing Large Fit a round bushing barrel side first into the hole in the inside of a Washer wheel ribbed side
10. cle indoors Fisher Price will not be responsible for damage to the floor if the vehicle is used indoors To prevent damaging the motors and gears be sure to stop the vehicle before switching direction Do not tow anything behind the vehicle or overload it Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 50 Ibs 23 kg WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ELECTRICAL HAZARD A WARNING Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery retainer 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 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 Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connector This can damage the battery and possibly cause a fire resulting in serious injury Lift and carry the battery by the case only Read the safety instructions on the battery Examine the battery charger and their conn
11. e nte Owner s Manual TW with Assembly Instructions For Model M3865 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE 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 Slotted Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench and Safety Scissors all not included Use only with a Power Wheels Type H 6 Volt Rechargeable Fisher Price Battery with Built in Thermal Fuse and a Power Wheels Type H 6 Volt Charger both included TABLE OF CONTENTS Imporntantntormatlolseeeeee terete E SUUM EUNTES IDE 2 9 UR Ue Onn op Re aor 4 7 0 RU LEER RENE 8 T A T T TE 10 Decorations seem mM UT e 21 BatteryJllstallatiOnsee od T DE C 23 Battery Gare andiDISposaldtmemet or mae ote c E E p rt Ae ttu o eM to t s Pon 25 aces SEN oca AM CTORUM Mil roman UNE cm MISC M M RA EL UNI 26 Vehicles DeratiOnss e EE UP 27 VOE rrr MK 27 imitedsWalhrantyle eR TT EM UE IE 28 Problems and s olutions Guid es e E o gums By dett 29 IMPORTANT INFORMATION If you have any questions about your Power Wheels vehicle please call our toll free service lines at 1 800 348 0751 from 9 AM to 7 PM EST Monday through Friday and 11 AM to 5 PM EST Saturday Your new vehicle requires adult assembly Please set aside at least 45 minutes for assembly You must charge your battery f
12. e outside of a wheel The inside of the wheel has ribs on its surface The outside of the wheel has a smooth surface Barrel Side Barrel Side Round Bushing Assembly Tool 4 Inside UE i Turn the vehicle on its side of Wheel JIE of Wheel Fit the lock washer rounded side up into the assembly tool Make sure it fits completely inside the assembly tool Fit a round bushing barrel side first into the hole in the inside of a Fit the assembly tool with lock washer in it onto the end of the wheel ribbed side front axle Fit a hex bushing barrel side first into the hole in the outside of a Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock washer on wheel smooth side the end of the front axle Repeat this procedure to insert a round bushing and hex bushing Pull the wheel up to be sure it is secure on the front axle into the remaining wheel M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY Notches Front Wheel Traction Band Fit the notches on the inside of a front wheel traction band to the Turn the vehicle upright or keep it on its side ridges on a front wheel as shown Insert one of the tabs on the hubcap cover into a slot in the hubcap Hint Soak the traction band in hot water for about two minutes to Then push with your fingernail or carefully with a slotted screwdriver soften it the other two hubcap cover tabs into the slots in the hubcap Repeat assembly steps 27
13. ectors 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 HOT motors Handle carefully RIDING HAZARD A WARNING Prevent Injuries and Deaths Direct Adult Supervision Required Never Ride At Night 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 steep inclines cars roads and alleys Riding Rules 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 N CAUTION e In the unassembled state this package contains small parts Adult assembly is required Use the charger in dry locations only M3865pr 0920 PARTS e f you experience a problem with this product or are missing a part please call us at 1 800 348 0751 rather than return this product to the store Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts are discarded 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 Steering Wheel Windshield taped under vehicle Note The gearbox is t
14. emporarily fastened to the inside of the battery compartment Refer to step 1 in the Assembly section page 10 0 Gearbox Driver 2 Front Wheel Traction Bands M3865pr 0920 eee Rear Axle 4 Hubcap Covers Windshield Hinge 2 Rectangular Bushings Steering Column c 2 Hex Bushings 6 Round Bushings Steering LInkage Cover taped under vehicle Steering Linkage 6 Volt Type H Battery len Steering Bracket G Steering Wheel Cap 2 Front Axles 6 Volt Type H Charger Not Shown Label Sheet M3865pr 0920 PARTS Remoto 437 Large White Cap Nut 2 6 1 Screw 2 CU 1 4 x 11 4 Screw 2 354 Small Black Cap Nut 1 Cam 8 x 3 4 Screw 13 Small Diameter Head Lock Washer 4 t m 10 x 3 4 Trusshead Screw Large Diameter Head 546 Large Washer 5 Small Washer 2 10 Lock Nut For your convenience we included extra fasteners Note Tighten and loosen the screws with a Phillips screwdriver Do not over tighten the screws Fasteners Shown Actual Size M3865pr 0920 PARTS PICTURE Note Some parts are assembled on both sides of the vehicle This illustration shows assembly on left side only EB Vehicle 6 x 1 Screw 2 PA Seat a Le Steering Linkage 4 46 Volt Battery Gearbox gt Door 11 Steering Wheel a R 56 Large Washer 5 PAd Steering Bracket Rectangular Bushi
15. en counter top which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery Take precautions to protect the surface on which you store the battery Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75 F or below 10 F Use only a Power Wheels 6 volt Type H battery Remember to charge the new battery for at least 18 hours before first use Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the battery compart ment Always use the battery retainer to secure the battery in the battery compartment 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 the worn or damaged part M3865pr 0920 SAFE DRIVING RULES Teach Safety Rules to Children While children can quickly develop the skill necessary to drive this vehicle it is important to remember 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 als
16. ery for at least 18 hours using the enclosed Power Wheels 6 volt Type H charger before operating 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 Battery Retainer 0 Tom No LI e Unlocked Lock Fasteners Compartment While pressing the vehicle tab lift the edge of the battery retainer Place a Power Wheels 6 volt battery upright in the battery compartment as shown Battery Retainer Locate the lock fasteners in the back end of the seat Using a slotted screwdriver turn the lock fasteners 1 4 turn to the unlocked position 65 Rotate the battery retainer down until it snaps into place Pull up on the battery retainer to be sure it is secure Lift the seat to remove it from the vehicle M3865pr 0920 BATTERY INSTALLATION Harness Connector Battery Connector Plug the battery connector into the motor harness connector Note If the battery connector will not plug into the motor harness connector turn it over and try again Do not force the battery connector into the motor harness connector wm VI a Insert the seat front tabs into the slots inside the vehicle Then insert the lock fastener tabs on the back of the seat into the slots in the veh
17. gns with the notch in the front end of the vehicle Insert two 1 4 x 11 4 screws through the deep holes in the steering linkage assembly and into the vehicle Tighten the screws Pull up on the steering linkage assembly to be sure it is secure If it is not secure tighten each screw a few more turns M3865pr 0920 B Marking A Marking Steering Linkage B Marking Steering Linkage Curve TOWARD You Slide a 4 16 large washer onto the short end of each front axle Position the steering linkage cover over the steering linkage Make sure the A and B markings in the steering linkage cover match the A and B markings in the steering linkage Fit the steering linkage cover onto the front axles Note The steering linkage curve should still face you Fit a 437 white cap nut onto the end of a front axle Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it to the front axle Repeat this procedure to fasten another 437 white cap nut to the other front axle ASSEMBLY Washer Small Hole Fit the wheel with a round bushing and hex bushing inserted onto the end of the front axle Make sure the outside of the wheel smooth side faces out Fit a hubcap to the outside of the wheel Make sure the peg on the hubcap fits into the small hole in the outside of the wheel Assembly Tool with Lock Lock Washer Washer Inside Rounded Side UP Identify the inside and th
18. he second bend Steering Bracket Fit the end of the steering column through the hole in the steering LY Pii linkage 8 Turn the steering bracket and fit it into place MEM ASSEMBLY DECORATION Before applying the labels wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean dry cloth to remove any dust or oils Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations 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 Locked Unlocked Insert the seat front tabs into the slots inside the vehicle Then insert the lock fastener tabs on the back of the seat into the slots in the vehicle Using a slotted screwdriver turn each lock fastener 1 4 turn to the locked O position IMPORTANT Remember to keep the lock fasteners locked at all times EN to prevent children from accessing the vehicle battery compartment Assembly is now complete M3865pr 0920 M3865pr 0920 DECORATION BATTERY INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Use only a Power Wheels 6 volt Type H battery and built in thermal fuse Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle Make sure that you charge the batt
19. horized service center Loose wires or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the motor connector 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 diagnosis and repair M3865pr 0920 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Vehicle was running but Loose wires or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors Make sure the battery suddenly stopped connector is tightly plugged into the motor connector and that there are no loose wires around the motors Tripped thermal fuse The built in thermal fuse may trip and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe Once a fuse has tripped remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns do not
20. i button below the seat of the authorized service center nearest you please visit us on line Press the foot pedal 1 amp 1 The vehicle moves forward at a maximum at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 of 2 5 mph Your vehicle has a patented electronic braking system that auto matically stops the vehicle when your child s foot is lifted from the pedal Make sure your child is comfortable with steering the vehicle and automatically knows how to stop Press this button for reverse IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the motors and gears be sure to stop the vehicle before switching from forward to reverse Press the REVERSE button below the seat Press the foot pedal The vehicle moves backward at a maximum of 2 5 mph M3865pr 0920 LIMITED WARRANTY Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty One year limited warranty from the date of purchase on the Power Wheels vehicle Six month limited warranty on the 6 volt 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 6 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
21. icle Using a slotted screwdriver turn each lock fastener 1 4 turn to the locked D position IMPORTANT Remember to keep the lock fasteners locked at all times to prevent children from accessing the vehicle battery compartment M3865pr 0920 G5 X Disposal 6 2s Your Power Wheels battery is a non spillable sealed lead acid battery It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in a fire The battery may explode or leak 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 Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with household waste 2002 96 EC Check your local authority for recycling advice and facilities Europe only Return an exhausted battery 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 authorized service center location nearest to you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or 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 the S
22. indshield Insert one 8 x 3 4 screw through the front hole in the vehicle and into the windshield as shown Fit a 4 small washer to two 8 x 3 4 screws Insert these screws with washers through the other holes in the vehicle and into the windshield as shown Windshield Tighten the screws gt Ww Front An Front Axle Steering Linkage Curve TOWARD You Axle IMPORTANT Insert side tab into this slot FIRST Steering 601 Se Turn the steering linkage so that OW the inside grooved side is facing oO Short End of up and the curve is toward you Front Axle Position each front axle so that the short end is facing up Insert the short end of the front axles up through the ends of the steering linkage as shown Note the location of six tabs and one peg on the windshield First insert the tab on the side of the windshield that is opposite the door into the slot in the vehicle Then fit the remaining five tabs and peg on the windshield into the slots and hole in the vehicle When you are sure all six tabs and one peg are inserted push down on the windshield to snap the tabs in place M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY Steering Linkage P Assembly E Smooth Side Up 1 Turn the steering assembly over with the smooth side up Fit the steering linkage assembly to the front end of the vehicle IMPORTANT Make sure the notch on the steering linkage assembly ali
23. ly repaired Please call 1 800 348 0751 f 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 M3865pr 0920 BATTERY CHARGING ELECTRICAL HAZARD A WARNING Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over Always use battery retainer 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 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 elec tricity involved in charging the battery Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connector This can damage the battery and possibly cause a fire resulting in serious injury Lift and carry the battery by the case only 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
24. ng 2 Wheel 4 EE d Steering Wheel Cap pug 1 4 x 11 4 Screw 2 E44 Front Wheel Traction Band 2 Part Not Shown L 34 Rear Axle LIC Steering Column P 8 x 34 Screw 13 Small Washer 2 Label Sheet Windshield EE d Hubcap 4 44 437 White Cap Nut 2 810 3 4 Trusshead Screw 7 Driver a Hubcap Cover 4 gt 354 Black Cap Nut RESO Lock Nut y 4 Windshield Hinge M3865pr 0920 Front Axle 2 a R Hex Bushing 2 P2 Lock Washer 4 CAUTION Use the charger in dry locations only About Thermal Fuses Your Power Wheels 6 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 remove your foot from the pedal and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again To avoid repeated automatic shut downs do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 50 Ibs 23 kg maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle Avoid severe driving conditions such as driving up slopes or running into fixed objects which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors If a thermal fuse in a battery continually trips under normal driving conditions please contact your local Power Wheels Authorized Service Center For the location
25. not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part BATTERY CHARGING IMPORTANT The battery must be removed from your vehicle for the initial charge in order to complete assembly After assembly is complete you do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to recharge it Cardboard Box Containing Battery and Battery Charger Remove the cardboard box containing the battery and battery charger from the battery compartment Locate the lock fasteners in the back of the seat Using a slotted screwdriver turn the lock fastener 1 4 turn to the unlocked position Remove the battery and the battery charger from the cardboard box Throw the cardboard box away Lift the seat to remove it from the vehicle M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY A 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 Cut and Remove Plastic Retainer Turn the vehicle upright Using safety scissors cut the plastic retainer holding the gearbox in place Throw the plastic retainer away M3865pr 0920 BATTERY CHARGING Charger Connector Battery Connector Plug the battery connector into
26. o 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 6 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 daytime or a well lit area 7 Do not allow your child to drive on sloped or inclined surfaces Restrict your child s driving to generally level ground ONLY 8 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 9 Do not allow your child to drive up steep inclines The motor may stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed 10 Never put anything near any moving parts Ro
27. of the Authorized Service Center nearest to you visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 Important Notes Your new battery must be charged for at least 18 hours before you use it in your vehicle for the first time We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly of your new vehicle The battery must be upright while charging The charger is not a toy Do not short circuit the battery You do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to recharge it Before charging the battery examine the battery case for cracks and other damage which may cause sulfuric acid electrolyte to leak during 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 Do not charge the battery on a surface such as a kitchen counter top which could be damaged by the acid contained inside the battery Take precautions to protect the surface on which you charge your battery Use only a Power Wheels 6 volt Type H charger input 120 VAC 60 Hz with an output of 6 VDC 4 8W 800 mA to charge your Power Wheels 6 volt battery Adults Note Regularly examine the charger for damage to the cord plug housing or other parts that may result in the risk of fire electric shock or injury In the event of any damage do not use the charger until the damage has been proper
28. or 18 30 hours before you use your Trained customer service representatives are available to take your call in English or French Habla Espa ol Si usted tiene alguna pregunta 6 necesita asistencia llame gratis 1 800 348 0755 para los Estados Unidos Tenemos representantes que hablan espa ol para atender su llamada For your convenience Power Wheels maintains an Authorized Service Center Network with more than 300 independently owned and operated 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 you please visit us on line at www powerwheels com or call 1 800 348 0751 To register your vehicle please visit us on line at www powerwheels com M3865pr 0920 vehicle for the first time We recommend that you start charging your battery before beginning assembly Please see Battery Charging beginning on page 8 for detailed instructions Read this manual carefully for important safety information and operating instructions before using your vehicle Keep this manual for future reference as it contains important information This vehicle is designed for use on grass asphalt and other hard surfaces on generally level terrain and by children 11 2 4 years of age Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors Most interior flooring can be damaged by riding this vehi
29. overload the vehicle by exceeding the 50 Ib 23 kg 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 Short run time Less than Undercharged battery Charge the battery A new battery should have been 1 3 hours per charge 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 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 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 the battery for you Battery is old and will not Even with proper care a rechargeable battery does not accept full charge last forever Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on vehicle use and use conditions Replace only with a Power Wheels 6 Volt Type H battery with built in thermal fuse Do not substitute parts Tripped thermal fuse The
30. rmal fuse Do not substitute parts Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more than one rider at one time exceeding the 50 Ib 23 kg 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 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 Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center for diagnosis and repair 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 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
31. t one of the tabs on the hubcap cover into a slot in the hubcap Push the rectangular bushing so that it fits into the rectangular Then push with your fingernail or carefully with a slotted opening in the wheel screwdriver the other two hubcap cover tabs into the slots Fit a hubcap to the outside of the wheel Make sure the peg on the in the hubcap hubcap fits into the small hole in the outside of the wheel Repeat this procedure to assemble another hubcap cover to the other hubcap M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY l Windshield Turn the windshield face down on a flat surface Fit the windshield hinge to the corner of the windshield Insert eight 8 x 3 4 screws into the door Tighten the screws Windshield Windshield Hinge m Insert two 8 x 3 4 screws through the windshield hinge and into Fit the door peg into the hole in the top of the vehicle the windshield Tighten the screws M3865pr 0920 ASSEMBLY Fold around back edge of windshield Back Edge of Windshield Dotted Line Label 27 Position the windshield upright as shown Remove the backing and position label 27 on the right side of the windshield as shown Hint Align the dotted line on the label with the back edge of the windshield Turn the vehic hat the b i Fold the back end of the label around the back edge of yon the w
32. t www powerwheels com Trademarks design patents and copyrights are used with the approval of the owner VOLKSWAGEN AG Fisher Price Power Wheels 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 2007 Mattel Inc All Rights Reserved PRINTED IN MEXICO M3865pr 0920
33. tate of Minnesota it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead acid batteries in the municipal waste stream 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 Charge a new battery 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 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 The battery must be upright while charging Do not allow the battery to run down completely before charging Charge the battery before storing the vehicle Charge the battery at least once per month even if the vehicle has not been used Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will ruin it Always remove an exhausted battery from the vehicle Battery leakage and corrosion can damage the vehicle Do not store the battery on a surface such as a kitch
34. tating 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 connector when the vehicle is not in use 1 PO 1 M3865pr 0920 RIDING HAZARD WARNING Prevent Injuries and Deaths Direct Adult Supervision Required Never Ride At Night 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 steep inclines cars roads and alleys Riding Rules 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 Use vehicle on generally level ground ONLY VEHICLE OPERATION VEHICLE CARE
35. the charger connector Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet Note Use the charger only in a wall outlet Do not plug the charger into a ceiling outlet If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch make sure the switch is ON The power indicator on the charger does not indicate the charge status of your battery The power indicator allows you to see that there is power from the wall outlet Before first time use charge the battery for at least 18 hours Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours Recharge the battery after each use of your vehicle for at least 14 hours Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours Once the battery is charged disconnect the charger connector from the battery connector Unplug the charger from the wall outlet The battery is now ready to be installed in your vehicle Please see Battery Installation on page 23 for detailed instructions on installing your battery If your battery is already installed in your vehicle simply re connect the battery connector and motor connector and replace the battery retainer ASSEMBLY Assembly Lock Washer Tool with Lock Rounded Side UP Large Washer Inside Opening 4 Round lt gt Bushing Rectangular Bushing V E Barrel Side ae Rear Axle Assembly Tool Bushing 56 Fit a round bushing barrel side first into the hole inside the battery compartment Position the ge
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