Thomas and Friends Race and Chase R/C

Before you begin

Be sure the ON(I)/OFF(O) switch is in the ON(I) position.
The ON(I)/OFF(O) switch is located on the bottom of Thomas.

Let’s Play

BATTERY “Sleep” Mode: If you do not play with the engines for more than 5 minutes, Thomas will automatically go to “sleep” and shut-off to preserve the life of the batteries. To begin play again, press the buttons on the remote control to “wake” Thomas up.

PARENTS’ NOTE: For best performance, use on a hard flat surface or low- pile carpeting. For best results, make sure the remote control is no further than 15 feet (4.6 meters) away from Thomas while playing.

REQUIRES
Phillips screwdriver (not included) for battery installation.
Three AAA (LR03) alkaline batteries for remote control, and four AA (LR6) alkaline batteries for Thomas. Batteries are not included. For longer life, use alkaline batteries.

BATTERY INSTALLATION
Unscrew and lift covers away from back end of Thomas and back of remote control.
Install batteries as indicated inside the battery compartments.

SYMPTOM SOLUTION

Engines drive slowly

| The wheels on the engines may be dirty. Clean with a damp cloth.

Battery power may be low. First change the batteries in the engine(Thomas). If still slow, change the batteries in the remote control.

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Engine(Thomas) is malfunctioning

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First check battery installation or you may need to reset the electronics by removing the batteries and reinstalling them.

If the engine (Thomas) continues to malfunction or no longer operates, it’s time to replace the batteries with fresh batteries.

Engine(Thomas) does not respond to

the remote control

| Battery power may be low in the engine or the remote control. First replace the batteries in the engine. If there is still no response, replace the batteries in the remote control.

The maximum range between the remote control and engine(Thomas) is about 15 feet (4,6 meters). Operate the remote control closer to the engine(Thomas). Remove any objects between them.

Try dimming the lights in the room. Bright sunlight or fluorescent lights may affect the range of the remote control.

BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION

In exceptional circumstances batteries may leak fluids that can cause a chemical burn injury or ruin your product. To avoid battery leakage:

• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the product before being charged.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity (+ and -).
• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Dispose of batteries safely.
• Do not dispose of this product in a fire. The batteries inside may explode or leak.

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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

UNITED STATES: Fisher-Price, Inc., 636 Girard Avenue, East Aurora, NY 14052. Consumer Services: 1-800-432-5437.

CANADA: Mattel Canada Inc., 6155 Freemont Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3W2. Consumer Services/Service à la clientèle : 1-800-432-5437. www.service.mattel.com

GREAT BRITAIN: Mattel U.K. Limited, The Porter Building, 1 Brunel Way, Slough SL1 1FQ, UK. www.service.mattel.com/uk

NEDERLAND: Mattel Europa B.V., Gondel 1, 1186 MJ Amstelveen, Nederland.

AUSTRALIA: Mattel Australia Pty. Ltd., 658 Church Street, Locked Bag

870, Richmond, Victoria 3121 Australia. Consumer Advisory Service 1300 135

NEW ZEALAND: 16-18 William Pickering Drive, Albany 1331, Auckland. SOUTH AFRICA: Mattel South Africa (PTY) LTD,
Office 102 I3, 30 Melrose Boulevard, Johannesburg 2196.

Protect the environment by not disposing of this product or any batteries with household waste. This symbol indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Check your local authority for recycling advice and facilities.

References

• MATTEL & FISHER-PRICE CUSTOMER SERVICE
• Mattel and Fisher-Price Customer Center

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