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Owner's Manual

Model CR-100A Charge ’N Ride™ Fully Automatic Ride-on Vehicle Battery Charger

Suitable for Many 12 Volt Fisher-Price®POWER WHEELS® Ride-On Vehicle & Scooter Batteries.

Suitable for Many 12 Volt Pég-Perego™ Ride-On Vehicle Batteries.

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Important Safety Instructions

Warning – Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully

Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time before using your charger, you read this manual and follow the instructions exactly. Failure to do so could result in explosion and severe personal injury.

To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufac- turer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products.

A. GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY

1.Battery charging must be done by an adult.

2.Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautions printed on:

•Battery Charger

•Battery

•Vehicle or unit using battery

3.Use battery charger on 12 Volt SEALED LEAD ACID type rechargeable batteries only that are used in specific Fisher Price® POWER WHEELS® or Pég Perego™ ride-on vehicles. Charger is not intended to supply power to low- voltage electrical systems.

WARNING: Do not use battery charger for charging dry- cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

4.Use only attachments recommended or sold by manufacturer. Use of non-recommended attachments may result in fire, electric shock, or injury.

5.When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to cord or plug.

6.Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damage or stress.

7.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have cord replaced immediately.

8.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified professional for inspection and repair.

9.Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.

10.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

11.Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that:

•Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.

•Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

•Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger, as specified below:

Length of cord (feet):	25	50	100	150
AWG size of cord:	18	18	16	14

12.Always charge battery in a well-ventilated area.

NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without adequate ventilation.

WARNING: Risk of explosive gas.

WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not set on flammable items like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Will damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.

13.Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables permit.

14.Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

15.NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.

16.NEVER set a battery on top of charger.

17.NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged. Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.

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