Owner's Manual
with Assembly Insstructtions
For Modeel K3034
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Please read this manual and save it with
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Tools needed for assembly:Phillips SSccrreewwddrriivveerr,, HHaammmmeerr,,
and Slotted Screwdriver (all not included).
Use only with a Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr..))
Rechargeable Battery with Built-in Thermal Fuse and a
Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr..)) Charger
(both inncluded).
Product features may vary
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
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ELECTRICAL HAZARD
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 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.
• HOT motors. Handle carefully.
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, cars, steep inclines, 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.
CAUTION
• In the unassembled state, this package contains small parts. Adult assembly is required.
• Use the charger in dry locations only.
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PARTS
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• If 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.
• Some parts were placed under the seat for shipment. Unlock the seat lock fastener, using a slotted screwdriver to rotate the lock fastener
1/4 turn to the unlocked position
. Lift the seat.
• 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.
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Vehicle
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) Battery
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) Charger
Seat
Steering Wheel Assembly
Not Shown: Label Sheet
2 Wheels
Fasteners Shown Actual Size
Steering Linkage
Steering Column Cap
#8 x 3/4" Screw - 1
2 Hubcaps
Wrench
2 Snap Bushings
Washer - 2
.354 Cap Nut - 2
2 Long Bushings
For your convenience, we included an extra cap nut!
Note: Tighten and loosen all screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
Do not over-tighten the screws.
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PARTS PICTURE
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Note: Some parts shown are assembled
on both sides of the vehicle.
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6
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8
10
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12
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Part Not Shown
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Vehicle
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8
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Battery Retainer
13 Wheel - 2
14 Wrench
15 Steering Linkage
16 Long Bushing - 2
17 .354 Cap Nut - 2
Steering Wheel Assembly
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) Battery
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) Charger
Snap Bushing - 2
Steering Column Cap
#8 -18 x 7/8" Screw
Label Sheet
10 #8 x 3/4" Screw
11 Hubcap - 2
12 Washer - 2
Seat
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BATTERY CHARGING
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ELECTRICAL HAZARD
CAUTION
WARNING
Use the charger in dry locations only.
• Battery can fall out and injure a child if
vehicle tips over. Always use battery
retainer.
About Thermal Fuses
Your Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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 finger from the button and wait
approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To
avoid repeated automatic shut-downs, do not overload the vehicle
by exceeding the 40 lb. (18 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 and make sure your child stops the vehicle before
switching direction.
• 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.
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 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.
• 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.
• 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 (4.0 Amp/Hr.) charger with
an input of 120VAC, 60Hz, 6W and an output of 6VDC,
400 mA to charge your Power Wheels® rechargeable 6 volt
(4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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 properly repaired. Please
call 1-800-348-0751.
• 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.
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BATTERY CHARGING
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IMPORTANT! The battery must be removed from your vehicle for the
initial charge in order to complete assembly. You do not need to
remove the battery from the vehicle to recharge it.
Battery Retainer
2
• Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet.
Notes:
– If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch, make
sure the switch is ON.
– Use the charger only in a wall outlet. Do not plug the charger into
a ceiling outlet.
• Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw in the battery retainer.
Remove the battery retainer from the vehicle.
• Remove the Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery from the
battery compartment.
• 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.
• Discard any cardboard that may have been used to protect the
battery during shipping.
• 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 12 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.
Charger
Connector
Battery
Connector
1
• Fit the charger connector and the battery connector together.
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ASSEMBLY
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WARNING
Fork
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.
Long Bushing
Snap Bushing
Center Axle
Steering Linkage
3
FRONT VIEW
Wheel
• While lifting the front end of the vehicle, fit the steering linkage onto
the fork. Make sure the center axle is toward the rear of the vehicle.
1
• Lower the front end of the vehicle.
• Fit a long bushing, tapered end first, into the smaller indent in a wheel.
• Fit a snap bushing, narrow end first, into the larger indent in
the wheel.
Steering Column
Steering Linkage
Power Button Wire
Cowling Large Hole
Front Axle
Washer
Cap Nut
Wheel Assembly
Hubcap
2
• Slide a washer onto a front axle on the steering linkage.
• Next, slide the wheel assembly, long bushing side first, onto the
front axle.
• Fit a cap nut onto the end of the front axle.
4
• Fit the steering column and power button wire into the large hole in
the cowling. Make sure the steering column goes through the small
slot inside the vehicle.
• Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the front axle. Pull on
the wheel to be sure it is secure on the front axle.
Hint: You may need the help of another adult to hold the steering
linkage while you tap the cap nut.
Hint: Before inserting the steering column, locate the small slot in the
vehicle by looking into the large hole in the cowling.
• “Snap” a hubcap onto the center of the wheel.
• Repeat steps 1 and 2 to assemble the other wheel, long bushing,
snap bushing, washer, cap nut and hubcap to the other front axle.
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ASSEMBLY
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Rectangular Opening
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Steering Column Cap
Power
Button
Connector
Motor
Harness
Connector
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5
BOTTOM VIEW
IMPORTANT! An electrical connection must be made for your vehicle
to function properly. Please follow these instructions carefully.
BOTTOM VIEW
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• Carefully stand the vehicle on end.
• Reach inside the slot in the underside of the vehicle near the
steering linkage and pull the power button connector out.
• Fit the steering column cap onto the end of the steering column
• Insert a #8 x 3/4" screw through the large opening in the steering column
cap and the hole in the steering column . Tighten the screw.
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• Fit the power button connector into the motor harness connector.
ạ
Note: If the power button connector will not plug into the motor
harness connector, turn it over and try again! Do not force the two
connectors together.
Hint: You may need to adjust the steering column cap to properly fit
the screw.
• Turn the vehicle upright.
End of Steering
Column
Steering Linkage
6
• Fit the end of the steering column through the hole in the
steering linkage.
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ASSEMBLY
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Lock Fastener
Wrench
Seat
Tab
9
• Fit the wrench into the hole in the top side of the vehicle, near the
seating area.
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Lock Fastener
Lock Fastener
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
Note: If you have already charged your Power Wheels® 6 Volt
(4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery for at least 18 hours, you may want to re-install
it into the battery compartment before assembling the seat to your
vehicle. Please refer to the Battery Installation section beginning on
page 12 for instructions.
• Insert the tab on the front of the seat into the slot in the vehicle.
• Use a slotted screwdriver to rotate the lock fastener 1/4 turn to the
locked position
• To unlock the lock fastener, use a slotted screwdriver to rotate the lock
fastener 1/4 turn to the unlocked position
.
.
IMPORTANT! Remember to keep the lock fastener locked at all
times to prevent children from accessing the vehicle battery.
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DECORATION
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Proper label application will help to keep the labels looking their best! When applying labels, keep the following guidelines in mind:
• Wash your hands before applying the labels.
• 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.
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BACK VIEW
FRONT VIEW
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LEFT SIDE
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
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IMPORTANT! Use only a Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) lead-
acid rechargeable battery. 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® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.)
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
Seat
Lock Fastener
2
• Loosen and remove the screw in the battery retainer. Remove the
battery retainer.
• Place the Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery upright in
the battery compartment. Make sure the battery connector extends
toward the rear of the vehicle.
• Fit one end of the battery retainer into the hole in the vehicle.
• Insert the #8-18 x 7/8" screw through the end of the battery retainer
and into the vehicle. Tighten the screw.
Battery Connector
Motor Connector
1
Lock Fastener
Lock Fastener
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
3
• To unlock the lock fastener, use a slotted screwdriver to rotate the
lock fastener 1/4 turn to the unlocked position
• Fit the battery connector into the motor connector.
.
Hint: If the battery connector will not plug into the motor connector,
turn it over and try again! Do not force the battery connector into the
motor connector.
• Lift the seat to remove it from the vehicle.
• Re-assemble the seat to the vehicle.
IMPORTANT! Always remember to keep the lock fastener locked
at all times to prevent children from accessing the battery.
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BATTERY CARE AND DISPOSAL
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Care
Disposal
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.
• Your Power Wheels® battery is a non-spillable, sealed lead-acid
battery. It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally
sound manner.
If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with cool water for
at least 15 minutes and call a physician.
• Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in a fire. The battery may
explode or leak.
If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of magnesia or egg
whites immediately. Never give emetics or induce vomiting. Call
a physician.
• 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
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 State
of Minnesota, it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead-
acid batteries in the municipal waste stream.
• 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 kitchen 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 (4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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.
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SAFE DRIVING RULES
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Teach Safety Rules to Children
RIDING HAZARD
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.
WARNING
• Prevent Injuries and Deaths
• Direct Adult Supervision Required
• Never Ride at Night.
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.
• 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, cars, steep inclines,
roads and alleys.
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.
• Riding Rules
Make sure children know and follow
these rules for safe driving and riding.
- Always sit on the seat.
4. Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the street or near
moving (motorized) vehicles.
- Always wear shoes.
- Only 1 (one) rider at a time.
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 button is released
to stop.
- The vehicle may tilt and tip over.
- The wheels could lose traction, causing the vehicle to slip.
Use vehicle on generally level ground ONLY!
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. 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.
11. 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.
12. Do not allow a child to operate the vehicle without direct adult
supervision. To prevent unsupervised use of the vehicle, disconnect
the motor connector from the battery connector when the vehicle is
not in use.
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VEHICLE OPERATION
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BUMPER-TO-BUMPER*
LIMITED WARRANTY
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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.
*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 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.
Steering Wheel
PRESS
Power Button
2 mph
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
call Consumer Relations for information, 1-800-348-0751.
Footrest
• Seat your child on the vehicle, with both hands on the steering wheel
and both feet on the footrests.
• Press the power button on the steering wheel. The vehicle moves
forward at a maximum of 2 mph.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which may vary from state to state.
• Release the power button and the vehicle stops!
• Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to
turn the steering wheel.
PLEASE SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT.
VEHICLE CARE
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• 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. 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.
• 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 of the
authorized service center nearest you, please visit us on-line at
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PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE
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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 and 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,
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 charger connector is plugged
into the battery connector, and that the charger is plugged into
the wall.
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.
Charger is not working
Tripped thermal fuse
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.
Each Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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. Once a fuse has “tripped”, release the power button
and wait 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid
repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by
exceeding the 40 lbs (18 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.
Loose wire or loose connectors
Dead battery
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor harness
connector is plugged into the battery connector, and that there
are no loose wires around the motors.
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
Motor 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.
Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for
diagnosis and repair.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Vehicle was running but
suddenly stopped
Loose wire or loose connectors
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor harness
connector is plugged into the battery connector, and that there are
no loose wires around the motors.
Tripped thermal fuse
Each Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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. Once a fuse has “tripped”, release the power button
and wait 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid
repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by
exceeding the 40 lbs (18 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
Vehicle is overloaded
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more than
one rider at one time, by exceeding the 40 lbs (18 kg) maximum
weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle.
Driving conditions are too stressful
Undercharged battery
Use only on generally level ground.
Short run time (Less than
1 - 3 hours per charge)
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 connector
is plugged into the battery 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 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 only with a Power Wheels®
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery with a built-in thermal fuse. Do not
substitute parts.
Tripped thermal fuse
Each Power Wheels® 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) 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. Once a fuse has “tripped”, release the power button
and wait 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid
repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by
exceeding the 40 lbs (18 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.
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Vehicle runs sluggishly
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 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”.
Be sure to charge the battery after each use.
Battery needs charging
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 only with a Power Wheels®
6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) battery with a built-in thermal fuse. 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 40 lbs (18 kg) maximum
weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle.
Driving conditions are too stressful
Loose wire or connector
Use only on generally level ground.
Sometimes the vehicle doesn’t
run, but other times it does
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make
sure they are tight.
Motor or electrical switch damage
Loose wire or connector
Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for
diagnosis and repair.
When the steering wheel button
is pressed, the vehicle won’t run
without a push
Check all wires around the motor and all connectors to make sure
they are tight.
“Dead Spot” on motor
Broken gears
Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for
diagnosis and repair.
Loud clacking or grinding noise
from a motor-gearbox
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. Some chargers do not get
warm during use.
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 batteries to make
noise and swell slightly while charging
and is not reason for concern. Some
batteries do not make noise or swell
while charging.
No action required.
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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
yourvehicle to the store!
We're a toll-free phone call away, and we can help.
If you are missing parts or need assistance, please call:
1-800-348-0751
Or contact your local independently owned and operated
Power Wheels® Authorized Service Center.
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