Fisher-Price MX3 73535 - Manual (Page 20)

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Problems and Solutions Guide
Mini-bike was running but Loose wire or loose connectors Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor
suddenly stopped harness connector is plugged into the battery, and that
there are no loose wires around the motor.
Low battery voltage; Charge the battery. A new battery should have been
battery needs charging charged for at least 18 hours before using the mini-bike 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.
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 mini-bike if the mini-bike is overloaded or the driving
conditions too severe. The fuse will automatically reset itself
after approximately 25 seconds, allowing the mini-bike to
resume normal operation. To avoid repeated automatic
shutdowns, do not overload the mini-bike by exceeding the
150 lb. maximum weight capacity or by towing anything
behind the mini-bike. 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 motor. If a thermal fuse
continually trips, contact your local Power Wheels
®
authorized service center.
Brake is not properly adjusted If there is a gap between the brake handle and the brake
base, the mini-bike will not run. You need to adjust the brake
so that it is tight, and there is no gap. Please refer to section
F, Adjusting the Brakes, page 11.
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 mini-bike 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 connections. 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”.
There is dirt or residue on the metal contact on the charger
connector. Remove the dirt or residue with an eraser.
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 Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not
accept full charge last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending
on mini-bike use and use conditions. Replace the battery
with a new Power Wheels
® 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 mini-bike if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving
conditions too severe. The fuse will automatically reset itself
after approximately 25 seconds, allowing the mini-bike to
resume normal operation. To avoid repeated automatic
shutdowns, do not overload the mini-bike by exceeding the
150 lb. maximum weight capacity or by towing anything
behind the mini-bike. 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 motor. If a thermal fuse
continually trips, contact your local Power Wheels
®
authorized service center.
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