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Troubleshooting Guide
1. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Battery needs recharging.
•
After each use, or once a month minimum, charge the battery for a “full” 16
hours. DO NOT leave the battery on the charger for more than 30 hours. Low
battery signal will sound when the battery is running low on power.
See pages 4-5 for recharging warnings and instructions.
2. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Battery is old.
•
The 12-volt battery will eventually lose the ability to hold a charge. Depending on
the amount of use, and varying conditions, the battery should operate for one to
three years. Replace the battery with a new 12-volt battery. See page 21 to reorder
parts.
3. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Fire Engine is overloaded.
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Maximum combined weight is 130 lbs. (59 kg). DO NOT
overload the Fire
Engine.
DO NOT
tow anything behind the Fire Engine.
ONLY
two riders at a time.
4. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Driving in harsh conditions.
•
Drive only on level ground. The Fire Engine will operate best on concrete or other
firm surfaces.
DO NOT
drive up or down steep slopes, in mud or on loose dirt or
gravel.
PROBLEM: The Fire Engine runs sluggishly or beeping occurs.
1. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Shifter not unlocked.
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Remove the locking screw. See page 13 for instructions.
PROBLEM: Cannot shift to high speed
1. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Trying to shift while the Fire Engine is moving.
•
The Fire Engine
MUST
come to a complete stop before shifting into reverse
and back into low or high speed. Damage to the gears and motor
WILL
occur.
PROBLEM: Difficulty Shifting into reverse, high or low speed
1. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Gears are stripped or broken.
•
The Fire Engine needs professional repair. Call
Pacific Cycle, Inc.
Consumer
Relations at (8
77
)
741
-
6154
for an authorized service center.
PROBLEM: Loud grinding or clicking noises coming from
motor or gear box.
