User Manual

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Battery Fuse
Drive Motor Battery
The drive motor circuit features a thermal fuse that will automatically trip and cut all power
to the vehicle if the motor, electric system or battery is overloaded. The fuse will reset and
power will be restored after a short time. If the thermal fuse trips repeatedly during normal
use, the vehicle may need repair.
WARNING: DO NOT BYPASS THE FUSE - RISK OF FIRE. This may overload
and damage the electrical system.
Battery Storage and Disposal
The drive battery should be charged when depleted, or if not used regularly, once a month.
Failure to charge the battery as directed will cause permanent damage to the battery and
will void the warranty.
Follow these guidelines if the battery is removed:
• Do not store battery in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Wipe the battery clean with a dry cloth prior to storage. Wash cloth separate from other
clothes.
BATTERY DISPOSAL:
• The sealed lead-acid battery must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound
manner.
• Do not dispose of battery in a  re. The battery may explode or leak acid.
• Do not dispose of the battery in household trash. The incineration, land  lling or mixing of
sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law.
• Return an exhausted battery to a federal or state approved lead-acid battery recycler, such
as a local seller of automotive batteries (check local battery disposal regulations).
Only an adult who has read and understands the safety warnings should handle, charge or
recharge the battery. Failure to comply with all safety warnings may result in serious injury or
death.
Maintenance
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BATTERY & CHARGER WARNINGS:
The following safety hazards may result in
serious injury or death to the user of the
vehicle:
• Battery Charger for Indoor use only.
• Use of a battery or charger other than the supplied rechargeable battery and charger
may cause a  re or explosion. Only use the supplied rechargeable battery (or lead-acid or
lithium suitable replacement) and charger with the vehicle.
• Using the rechargeable battery and charger for any other product may result in over-
heating,  re or explosion. Never use the rechargeable battery and charger with another
product.
• Explosive gases are created during charging. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area.
Do not charge the battery near heat or  ammable materials.
• Contact between the positive and negative terminals may result in  re or explosion. Avoid
direct contact between the terminals. Picking up the battery by the wires or charger can
cause damage to the battery and may result in a  re. Always pick up the battery by its case
or handles.
• Battery must be handled by adults only. Liquids on the battery may cause  re or electric
shock. Always keep all liquids away from the battery and keep the battery dry.
• Contact or exposure to battery leakage (lead acid) may cause serious injury. If contact or
exposure occurs immediately call your physician. If the chemical is on the skin or in the
eyes,  ush with cool water for 15 minutes. If the chemical was swallowed, immediately
give the person water or milk. Do not give water or milk if the patient is vomiting or has
a decreased level of alertness. Do not induce vomiting.
• Battery Posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds (acid),
chemicals known to cause cancer, reproductive harm and are toxic and corrosive. Never
open the battery.
• Tampering or modifying the electric circuit system may case a shock,  re or explosion and
permanently damage the system. Exposed wiring and circuitry in the charger may cause
electric shock. Always keep the charger housing closed.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged
• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited
• Batteries are only to be charged by adults or by children at least 8 years old
• The battery chargers used with the toy are to be regularly examined for damage to the
cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be
used until the damage has been repaired.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle for charging.
IMPORTANT! Before using the unit for the  rst time the battery needs to be charged for 8
to 12 hours - never longer than 20 hours, Only an adult who has read and understands the
safety warnings should handle, charge or recharge of the battery.
Warnings and Safety