Fisher-Price GEOTRAX R8637 User manual

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R8637
R8637
Track not included and sold separately.
Please keep this instruction sheet for future reference, as it contains important information.
Requires six “AAA” (LR03) alkaline batteries (not included) for operation.
Adult assembly is required for battery installation.
Tool required for battery installation: Phillips screwdriver (not included).

Battery Installation
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Remote Controller
• Locate the battery compartment on the bottom
of the remote controller.
• Loosen the screw in the battery compartment
door with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the
battery compartment door and insert three
“AAA” (LR03) alkaline batteries.
• Replace the battery compartment door and
tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
Do not over-tighten.
• If the remote controller begins to operate erratically, you may
need to reset the electronics. Remove the batteries
and replace them in the remote controller.
1.5V x 6
“AAA” (LR03)
We recommend the use of alkaline
batteries for longer battery life.
IMPORTANT! Under normal use conditions, the batteries in the vehicle will require
replacement more often than the batteries in the remote controller. For additional
information, see the troubleshooting section.
• Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with household waste
(2002/96/EC). Check
your local authority for recycling advice and facilities
(Europe only).
Vehicle
• Locate the battery compartment on the
back of the vehicle.
• Loosen the screws in the battery
compartment door with a Phillips
screwdriver. Lift the battery compartment
door and insert three “AAA” (LR03)
alkaline batteries.
• Close the battery compartment door
and tighten the screws with a Phillips
screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.
• If the vehicle begins to operate erratically, you may need to reset the electronics.
Remove the batteries and replace them in the vehicle.

Battery Safety Information
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In exceptional circumstances, batteries may leak fluids that can cause a chemical burn
injury or ruin your toy. To avoid battery leakage:
• Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types: alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium).
• Insert batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use. Always remove exhausted batteries from
the toy. Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of product in a fire. The batteries inside
may explode or leak.
• Never short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type, as recommended.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging.
• If removable, rechargeable batteries are used, they are only to be charged under
adult supervision.
ICES-003
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.•
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful•
interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NMB-003
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.•
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas•
produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement
du dispositif.

Consumer Information
Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., East Aurora, NY 14052 U.S.A. R8637pr-0920
©2009 Mattel, Inc. All Right Reserved. ® and ™ designate U.S. trademarks of Mattel, Inc. PRINTED IN CHINA
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FCC Statement (United States Only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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1-800-432-5437 (US & Canada)
1300 135 312 (Australia)
Fisher-Price, Inc., 636 Girard Avenue, East Aurora, NY 14052.
Hearing-impaired consumers: 1-800-382-7470.
Outside the United States:
Canada: Mattel Canada Inc., 6155 Freemont Blvd.,
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3W2; www.service.mattel.com.
Great Britain: Mattel UK Ltd, Vanwall Business Park,
Maidenhead SL6 4UB. Helpline: 01628 500303.
www.service.mattel.com/uk
Australia: Mattel Australia Pty. Ltd., 658 Church Street,
Locked Bag #870, Richmond, Victoria 3121 Australia.
New Zealand: 16-18 William Pickering Drive,
Albany 1331, Auckland.

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All Aboard!
Hints:
• If you do not operate the remote controller for a few minutes, the vehicle shuts off and
the ready light turns off. Press the vehicle power button and operate the remote controller
to restart.
• This toy works best if you have a clear path between the remote controller and the vehicle.
Point the remote controller at the vehicle. The maximum range of the remote controller is
about 12 feet (3.7 m).
• Wipe the toy with a clean, damp cloth. Do not immerse.
• Hook the cars together. Make sure the engine is in front.
• Press the power button on top of the engine. The ready light turns on.
• Hold the remote controller with the stick facing you. Point the remote controller toward the
vehicle and push the stick forward. The vehicle moves forward.
• Pull the stick back a little to stop the vehicle.
• Pull the stick all the way back and the vehicle travels in reverse. Release the stick to stop.
4-Position Remote Controller
➊FORWARD
(WITH SOUND EFFECTS)
➋FORWARD
➌OFF
➍REVERSE
➊ ➋➌➍
Hint: We do not recommend using the engine on carpets. For best performance, use on
hard, flat surfaces.
POWER
BUTTON READY LIGHT

Troubleshooting
Battery power in the vehicle may be weak. Replace all three batteries
in the vehicle with new, alkaline batteries.
The wheels on the vehicle may be dirty. Wipe them with a clean cloth.
Battery power in the remote controller may be weak. Replace all
three batteries in the remote controller with new, alkaline batteries.
You may be beyond the maximum range of the remote controller
which is about 12 feet (3.7 m).
You may not have a clear path between the remote controller and
the vehicle. This toy works best when there are no obstructions
between the vehicle and the remote controller.
Bright sunlight or fluorescent lights may affect the range of the remote
controller. Try dimming the room you are playing in.
The vehicle may have shut off. If you do not operate the remote
controller for a few minutes, the vehicle shuts off automatically and
the ready light turns off. Press the power button on the vehicle, and
operate the remote controller to restart.
Vehicle does not
respond to the
remote controller
Vehicle drives slowly
SYMPTOM SOLUTION
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