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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
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Problems and Solutions Guide
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 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”.
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 Consumer Relations.
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 the vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the
battery with a new 12 volt rechargeable battery.
Do not substitute parts.
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 approxi-
mately 25 seconds, allowing the vehicle to resume normal
operation. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, do not
over load the vehicle by exceeding the 54.4 kg (120 lb)
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 Consumer Relations.
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”.
Battery needs charging
Be sure to charge the battery after each use.
Battery is old and will not accept
Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not last
full charge
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 54.4 kg (120 lb)
maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind
the vehicle.
Driving conditions are too stressful
Use only on generally level ground.
Summary of Contents for G4917
Page 9: ...9 G Parts Diagram F Diagramme des pi ces D Darstellung der Teile N Onderdelenschema D Pb...
Page 55: ...55 I Diagramma Componenti E Diagrama de piezas K Diagram over dele P Diagrama de Pe as D Pb...
Page 100: ...100 T Osakaavio M Oversikt over delene s Ritning ver delar R s Pb...
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Page 135: ...18 14 30 ON Mattel Power Wheels 12 Volt 25 54 4 Mattel Mattel Mattel Mattel Mattel R 135 N...
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