| How long does it take to
put a Power Wheels® vehicle together? |
| Be sure to set aside an
hour to two hours for assembly. |
| How often do I need to
charge the batteries? |
| Charge the batteries for a
minimum of 14 hours after each use of the vehicle or whenever the vehicle begins to slow
down. When the vehicle is not in regular use, charge the batteries at least once a month
until normal use is resumed. |
| How much riding time
should I get after charging the batteries? |
You should get from one to
three hours of riding time per charge. The riding time is affected by:
- the driving surface,
- passenger weight,
- the charge of the batteries,
- whether the vehicle is used intermittently or continuously,
- condition of the electrical switches and connectors,
- whether the vehicle is used in low or high speed,
- the temperature.
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| What is the life
expectancy of the batteries? |
| Battery life will vary
depending on how well you follow the Charging and Battery Care Instructions. It's also
affected by the total number of hours the batteries are used. Average battery life is one
to three years. |
| Do the fuses have to be
inserted into the batteries when I'm charging? |
| Yes! The batteries must
have good fuses installed when charging and during use. If the fuses are missing, blown or
if you are using the wrong type of fuse, the batteries will not charge. |
| How can I tell if a fuse
is blown? |
| Use pliers to remove the
fuses from the batteries and compare the fuses to the illustration in your owner's manual.
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| How can I tell if the
charger is working? |
| 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. |
| How and when should I
store my vehicle? |
| During snowy or rainy
weather, the vehicle should be stored inside or under protective cover. Remember to charge
the batteries at least once per month while your vehicle is not in regular use. |
| How should I properly
dispose of a Power Wheels® battery? |
| Do not place used batteries
in your regular trash. Instead return the battery to a federal or state approved lead-acid
battery recycler. This may be a Power Wheels® Authorized Service Center or a local
retailer of automotive batteries. |
| How should I care for my
vehicle? |
| 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. Check all nuts, bolts, and their protective
coverings regularly and tighten as required. Check plastic parts on a regular basis for
cracks or broken pieces. |
| If I have a problem that
I can't solve myself, what should I do? |
| Power Wheels® has over
350 Authorized Service Center locations. They can repair vehicles under warranty, or out
of warranty, or sell you the proper replacement parts. The service centers have
factory-trained personnel, and use only genuine Power Wheels replacement parts. If there
is not an Authorized Service Center in your area, please call Power Wheels Consumer
Affairs toll-free at: 1-800-348-0751 from 8 AM to 5 PM (EST) Monday through Friday, or fax
us at 716-687-3494, or e-mail us at consumer@fisher-price.com. |