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This article provides the reader with clear and concise steps to assembling PlaSmart's PlasmaCar.
Steps
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Fill the notch on each rear wheel housing into the body. Push the wheels in at a 45 degree angle. When installed correctly, the rear wheels flare out from the body. Warning The rear wheel housing cannot be removed once locked into place. -
Strike the rear wheels with a rubber mallet to secure them in place. Note: To use a steel hammer, place a small block of wood on the are to be struck.Advertisement -
Remove the foam sheath from the front wheel assembly. -
Guide the front wheel shaft through the body, into the foam sheath, and through the hole at the top of the body. -
Strike the base of the front wheel assembly with a rubber mallet. The metal bearing should be seated securely in the body. -
Fit the steering wheel into the top of the front wheel assembly. Note: Ensure that the bolt is attached to the steering wheel as shown. -
Align the steering wheel with the smaller front wheels, so that the wide end of the steering wheel faces forward. Note: When the front wheels are assembled and resting on a flat surface, the smaller front wheels do not contact the ground. -
This step is critical to operate your car use a 17 mm socket wrench to tighten the nut in the steering column AS TIGHT AS POSSIBLE. Fit the wrench onto the nut and turn until very tight. Alternatively, use the enclosed hex key and a screwdriver to tighten the nut AS TIGHT AS POSSIBLE. -
Push the cap into the steering wheel.
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Tips
- If the steering wheel becomes loose or fails to propel the PlasmaCar, the steering wheel nut may not have been tightened enough during assembly. Remove the cap from the steering wheel with a slot screwdriver and loosen the nut with the hex key. Repeat steps 7 and 8, securing the nut as tightly as possible.Thanks
- TROUBLESHOOTING: The rear wheels may detach from their housing if the PlasmaCar is subjected to overloading or impact. Fit the wheel into its housing so that the flat sides of the write clips contact the wheel housing. Snap the wheel back into place.Thanks
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Warnings
- To prevent falls, the child should sit leaning slightly forward.Thanks
- Never use the PlasmaCar on a hill, steep slope, or over rough or uneven surfaces.Thanks
- The maximum load should not exceed 55 kg (120 lbs) on uneven surfaces, or 100 kg (220 lbs) on smooth surfaces.Thanks
- Adult supervision is strongly recommended at all times.Thanks
- Recommended for ages 3+Thanks
- When using the PlasmaCar, properly dispose of all plastic wrappings.Thanks
- Never use the PlasmaCar near steps, swimming pools, or vehicle traffic.Thanks
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