Power Wheels Lil Quad Safety Guidelines
The power wheels Lil’ Quads by Fisher-Price are currently selling like hotcakes! Kids love riding these mini quads and parents do not mind splashing the cash because the quads are well constructed and the prices are very reasonable.
However, the Lil’ Quads aren’t static toys. They accelerate and some models possess a reverse capability. This means that the mini quads are a little riskier to play with compared to static toys.
With static toys e.g. action figures, miniature cars, play food, etc, you only need to make sure that your child do not put the toy in his or her mouth and end up choking it. So basically, when it comes to static toys, choking hazard is the only risk you have to be concerned about.
Lil’ Quads on the other hand, may expose your child to a number of riding hazards as well as electrical hazards. In order to avoid these hazards, please adhere to the safety guidelines listed below.
How to Avoid Riding Hazards
1) Keep a close eye on your child while he or she is riding her Lil’ Quad. Power Wheels Lil’ Quads only go at 2 mph max. Sure they don’t accelerate awfully fast, but that doesn’t mean your child would be 100% injury-free if the quad tips over or slip due to traction loss.
These things can happen, so that’s why adult supervision is absolutely necessary when a child is riding a Lil’ Quad.
2) Ensure your child actually sits on the seat while driving the quad. This advice may sound obvious, but some kids do possess some kind of daredevil streak in them, prompting them to ride dangerously i.e. standing on the seat while driving the Lil’ Quad.
Yes, I’ve seen kids do this including my little nephew, Paul. His parents almost had heart attack when he attempted that stunt. They scolded Paul and disallowed him from playing with his Lil’ Quad for several days.
3) No nighttime driving, unless in safe, well-lit areas. Some parents actually allow their kids to drive Lil’ Quads at night, in the dark! That’s a bad idea. There might be obstacles out in the dark and they could lead to an accident. Nighttime driving in an area that’s well lit is fine however.
4) Make sure your kid drives his or her Lil’ Quad on surfaces that are generally level. No riding over surfaces that are sloped or inclined because the quad might tip over or the wheels could lose traction. Traction loss can cause the quad to slip.
How to Avoid Electrical Hazards
These things can happen, so that’s why adult supervision is absolutely necessary when a child is riding a Lil’ Quad.
2) Ensure your child actually sits on the seat while driving the quad. This advice may sound obvious, but some kids do possess some kind of daredevil streak in them, prompting them to ride dangerously i.e. standing on the seat while driving the Lil’ Quad.
Yes, I’ve seen kids do this including my little nephew, Paul. His parents almost had heart attack when he attempted that stunt. They scolded Paul and disallowed him from playing with his Lil’ Quad for several days.
3) No nighttime driving, unless in safe, well-lit areas. Some parents actually allow their kids to drive Lil’ Quads at night, in the dark! That’s a bad idea. There might be obstacles out in the dark and they could lead to an accident. Nighttime driving in an area that’s well lit is fine however.
4) Make sure your kid drives his or her Lil’ Quad on surfaces that are generally level. No riding over surfaces that are sloped or inclined because the quad might tip over or the wheels could lose traction. Traction loss can cause the quad to slip.
How to Avoid Electrical Hazards
1) Resist the urge to perform any modifications to a Lil’ Quads electrical system. Parents who are passionate about tinkering stuff might develop the urge to channel that passion by modifying their children’s Lil’ Quads to make them run faster.
Forget about it! Chances are, custom modifications may cause severe damage to the Lil’ Quads electrical system. Heck, fire hazard could occur as well.
2) Use a battery or charger that are specifically made for Power Wheels Lil’ Quads line of toys. Using the wrong type of battery or charger could result in vehicle damage and/or fire hazard.
3) Fire hazard may occur if the battery is ruined. The battery can be easily ruined if it’s being carried via its connector or wire. So please avoid carrying the battery that way. The right way to carry the battery is by its case.
4) Your child must not be allowed to charge the battery. The battery charging task is strictly for adults. Charging battery involves the use of electricity and a child might get injured from it.
5) Battery or charger that displays excessive wear and tear must be replaced. Do not use either battery or charger until brand new working replacement has been obtained.
Before charging the battery, be sure to inspect it properly along with the charger and connectors. If you noticed signs of excessive wear or damage, stop using them immediately.
Okay, for the moment, that’s all I could cover in regards to power wheels safety tips and guidelines. I hope the Lil’ Quad will bring plenty of joy for both you and your child. Stay safe!
Forget about it! Chances are, custom modifications may cause severe damage to the Lil’ Quads electrical system. Heck, fire hazard could occur as well.
2) Use a battery or charger that are specifically made for Power Wheels Lil’ Quads line of toys. Using the wrong type of battery or charger could result in vehicle damage and/or fire hazard.
3) Fire hazard may occur if the battery is ruined. The battery can be easily ruined if it’s being carried via its connector or wire. So please avoid carrying the battery that way. The right way to carry the battery is by its case.
4) Your child must not be allowed to charge the battery. The battery charging task is strictly for adults. Charging battery involves the use of electricity and a child might get injured from it.
5) Battery or charger that displays excessive wear and tear must be replaced. Do not use either battery or charger until brand new working replacement has been obtained.
Before charging the battery, be sure to inspect it properly along with the charger and connectors. If you noticed signs of excessive wear or damage, stop using them immediately.
Okay, for the moment, that’s all I could cover in regards to power wheels safety tips and guidelines. I hope the Lil’ Quad will bring plenty of joy for both you and your child. Stay safe!