PROBLEM
Vehicle runs sluggishly
Sometimes the vehicle doesn't
run, but other times it does
When the foot pedal is pressed,
the vehicle won't run without
a push
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
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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
Child is switching between
FORWARD and REVERSE
without stopping
Broken gears
It is normal for some chargers to get
warm during use and is not reason
for concern. 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.
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 charger connector
is tightly plugged into the battery, 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
®
12 Volt Lead-Acid Rechargeable Battery.
Do not substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing
more than two riders at one time, exceeding the 59 kg (130 lbs)
maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the
vehicle. If the vehicle is overloaded, the built-in thermal fuse in
the battery may "trip", and automatically shut down operation
for approximately 25 seconds. Adjust the driving conditions
to prevent repeated automatic shutdowns.
Use only on generally level ground.
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to
make sure they are tight.
Contact Power Wheels
®
Consumer Relations.
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors
to make sure they are tight.
Contact Power Wheels
Consumer Relations.
®
Contact Power Wheels
Consumer Relations.
®
Teach your child to stop the vehicle before
switching direction.
Contact Power Wheels
Consumer Relations.
®
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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