Fisher-Price BARBIE Songbird 76980 Use and care manual

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Owner’s Manual with Assembly Instructions
Please read this manual and save it with your original sale’s receipt.
For Model 76980
Tools needed for assembly: Phillips Screwdriver, Slotted Screwdriver, Hammer, and Pliers.
Use only with a Power Wheels®Type H 6 Volt (4.0 Amp/Hr.) Battery, Power Wheels®25 Amp Fuse
and Power Wheels®Type H 6 Volt Charger (all included).
CAUTION
ELECTRIC TOY: Not recommended for children under 1 year of age.
As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during
handling and use to prevent electric shock.
Product features may vary from the picture above.
Songbird
ATV

WARNING
• Children can be harmed by small parts, sharp edges and sharp points in the vehicle’s
unassembled state, or by electrical items. Care should be taken in unpacking and assembly
of the vehicle. Children should not handle parts, batteries or help in assembly of the vehicle.
• Keep small parts and plastic bags out of children’s reach. Dispose of plastic bags properly.
• Adult supervision is required. Children do not have the judgement necessary to avoid many
accidents. Be sure that children operating this vehicle can do so safely and that they are
supervised at all times.
• Improper use of this vehicle could lead to a serious or fatal accident. Allow children to play
with this vehicle only when you have determined that they can do so safely. Follow all instruc-
tions to help your child enjoy this vehicle as safely as possible.
• Never use near steps, driveways, steep inclines, roadways, alleys, swimming pool areas or
other bodies of water.
• Always wear shoes or sneakers when riding this vehicle.
• Never allow more than one rider.
• The rider should sit on the seat when the vehicle is in operation.
•Hot motor cover. Handle carefully.
• Never alter this vehicle or its electrical system in any way. Alterations could cause a fire
resulting in injury and could also ruin the electrical system.
• Use of the wrong type battery, fuse or charger could cause a fire or explosion, resulting
in serious injury.
• Never add unauthorized parts to the vehicle or use substitute parts. Use only specified
Power Wheels®replacement parts.
• The battery must be handled by adults only.
• Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connector. This can damage the battery and
possibly cause a fire resulting in injury. Lift and carry the battery by the case only.
• Never permit a child to handle the battery. The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid
(electrolyte) and if dropped, could result in serious injury. Read the cautions on the back panel
of the battery.
• Never allow children to charge the battery. Battery charging must be done by adults only. A
child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery.
• Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time
you charge the battery. If damage or excessive wear is detected, do not use the vehicle until
you have replaced the worn or damaged part as it could possibly cause a fire resulting in
injury.
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Throughout this manual you will find important messages in
the form of WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES. WARNING
WARNING – SIGNALS SOMETHING THAT
COULD HURT YOUR CHILD OR YOU.
The message explains the hazard and
how you can avoid it.

CAUTION
• Do not operate your vehicle for the first time until you have inserted the 25 amp fuse into
the battery and charged the battery for at least 18 hours. Never charge the battery longer than
30 hours.
• After first-time use, charge the battery for at least 18 hours after each use. Never charge the
battery longer than 30 hours.
• Use the charger indoors only.
• Read and follow the Battery Care instructions on page 24. Failure to follow the Battery Care
instructions may permanently damage your battery and will void your warranty.
• To avoid damaging the motor and gears, do not overload the vehicle.
- Never allow more than one child on the vehicle at one time.
- Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 40 lbs.
- Do not tow anything behind this vehicle. The extra weight may overload the vehicle.
• Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions, and do not spray the vehicle with a
hose. Do not wash the vehicle with soap and water. Water or moisture in the motor or
electrical switches can cause them to corrode, and could cause switch or motor failure.
• Avoid operating the vehicle on sand, loose dirt or gravel. Sand, loose dirt and gravel in the
electrical switches or motor can cause them to jam, and could cause switch or motor failure.
Use this vehicle on grass, asphalt or other hard surfaces.
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CAUTION
CAUTION – SIGNALS SOMETHING THAT
COULD DAMAGE THE VEHICLE.
The message explains the risk and
how you can avoid it.
NOTE – Is used to highlight
useful information.

Table of Contents
AMessage to Parents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
BImportant Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
CParts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
DParts Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
EFirst-Time Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
FAssembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
GLabel Decoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
HBattery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
ICharging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
JBattery Handling/Care/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
KRules for Safe Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
LHow to Operate Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
MFrequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
NProblems and Solutions Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
OStatement of Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
PAuthorized Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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Message to Parents
Thank you for purchasing the Power Wheels®
Barbie™Songbird ATV! For over 30 years, Power
Wheels®has manufactured high-quality, battery-pow-
ered vehicles for children. Our goal is to provide your
child with an enjoyable and safe driving experience.
To help achieve this goal, it is extremely important
that you read this entire manual and share the appro-
priate information with your child.
This vehicle requires adult assembly. Please set aside
at least 30 minutes for assembly. Read the assembly
instructions carefully and identify all parts before
assembly. Refer to the Parts section beginning on
page 6 for parts identification. Save all packaging
material until assembly is complete to ensure that no
parts are discarded.
In the unlikely event that parts are missing or
damaged or if you have any questions about your
Power Wheels®vehicle, please call our Consumer
Affairs toll-free service lines, open from 8 AM to 6 PM
(EST) Monday through Friday.
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Please call us at 1-800-348-0751.
Trained customer service representatives are available
to take your call in English or French.
¿Habla Español? Si usted tiene alguna pregunta ó
necesita asistencia llame gratis 1-800-348-0755 para
los Estados Unidos. Tenemos representantes que
hablan español para atender su llamada.
We also have a nationwide Authorized Service Center
network – with over 300 Authorized Service Centers.
Our Authorized Service Centers will repair or replace
parts under warranty at no charge. For vehicles
beyond warranty, our Authorized Service Centers
will perform repairs for a minimal charge. For the
Authorized Service Center nearest you, please see
the Authorized Service Center listing beginning on
page 32.

Important Information
• Carefully read this manual for important safety
information and operating instructions before using
your vehicle.
• Please complete and return the enclosed
Registration Card, or call 1-800-348-0751 to register
your vehicle by phone.
• This vehicle is designed for use by children
1 - 3 years.
• Adult assembly is required.
• This vehicle uses a Power Wheels®Type H (4.0
Amp/hr.) battery with a Power Wheels®25 amp fuse
and a Power Wheels®Type H 6 volt charger (120
VAC 60 Hz 6W with an output of 6 VDC 400 mA). Do
not substitute any other battery, fuse or charger.
•Before first-time use, charge the battery for at
least 18 hours. Never charge the battery longer
than 30 hours.
• After the first charge, charge the battery a minimum
of 18 hours after each use. Never charge the battery
longer than 30 hours.
• Do not run down the battery completely before
charging.
• Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will
ruin it.
• Charge the battery before storing your vehicle.
• Charge the battery at least once per month, even if
the vehicle has not been used.
• Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75˚ F
or below -10˚ F.
• Even with proper care, the battery will not last
forever. The life of the battery depends on how well
you follow the Battery Care instructions and the total
number of hours the battery is used. Please refer to
the Battery Handling/Care/Disposal instructions on
page 24 for detailed information about battery
care.
• To purchase a Power Wheels®Type H (4.0 Amp/hr.)
battery, Power Wheels®25 amp fuse or a Power
Wheels®Type H 6 volt charger, please contact:
- an Authorized Service Center (see Authorized
Service Center list beginning on page 32).
- Power Wheels®Consumer Affairs at 1-800-348-0751.
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• While the battery is charging, the charger may
become warm to the touch. This is a normal
condition and does not indicate a problem.
• This vehicle is suitable for use on grass, asphalt or
other hard surfaces. To prevent damage to the
motor and switches, do not operate the vehicle on
loose dirt, gravel or sand.
• To prevent damage to electrical components,
store your vehicle inside or under a protective cover
during snowy or rainy weather. Do not leave your
vehicle out in the rain or let your child wash it with
soap and water.
• The metal parts have been coated with a lubricant
to protect them during shipment. Wipe all metal
parts with a paper towel to remove any excess
lubricant.