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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
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Problems and Solutions Guide
Vehicle was running but
Loose wire or loose connectors
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the battery
suddenly stopped
connector is tightly plugged into the motor harness
connector, and that there are no loose wires around
the motor.
Tripped thermal fuse
The built-in 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
approximately 25 seconds allowing the vehicle to resume
normal operation. To avoid repeated automatic shut downs,
do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 29.5 kg (65 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 the thermal fuse
continually trips, contact Power Wheels
®
Consumer Relations.
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 battery
connector is tightly plugged into the charger 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 Power Wheels
®
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 vehicle use and use conditions. Do not substitute parts.
Tripped thermal fuse
The built-in 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
approximately 25 seconds allowing the vehicle to resume
normal operation. To avoid repeated automatic shut downs,
do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 29.5 kg (65 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 the thermal fuse
continually trips, contact Power Wheels
®
Consumer Relations.
