Grow With Me???
RC Rally
Model Number 77306
Please keep this instruction sheet for future reference, as it contains important information.
Requires four "C" (LR14) alkaline batteries for control tower; four "AA" (LR6) alkaline batteries for car; and one 9V (6LR61) alkaline battery for remote controller (batteries not included).
Adult assembly is required. Tool required for assembly:
Parts
Car
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Battery Installation
Battery
Compartment
Door
Battery Compartment Door
1.5V x 4 ???C??? (LR14)
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???Locate the battery compartment on the back of the control tower.
???Loosen the screws in the battery compartment door with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the battery compartment door.
???Insert four "C" (LR14) alkaline batteries, as indicated inside the battery compartment.
???Replace the battery compartment door and tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
1.5V x 4 ???AA??? (LR6)
Shown Actual Size
???Locate the battery compartment on the bottom of the car.
???Loosen the screw in the battery compartment door with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the battery compartment door.
???Insert four "AA" (LR6) alkaline batteries, as indicated inside the battery compartment.
???Replace the battery compartment door and tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
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Battery Installation
Remote Controller
Battery
Compartment
Door
9V
9V (6LR61)
???Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote controller.
???Loosen the screw in the battery compartment door with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the battery compartment door.
???Insert one 9V (6LR61) alkaline battery, as indicated inside the battery compartment.
???Replace the battery compart- ment door and tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
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When To Replace Batteries
If this toy is working slowly or erratically, it???s likely that batteries need to be replaced. While it is possible that all batteries may need replace- ment, the batteries that will need replacement most often are the batteries in the car, followed by the remote controller, and then the control tower. For more information, see the troubleshooting guide beginning on page 19.
Battery Tips
???We recommend using alkaline batteries for longer battery life.
???Do not mix old and new batteries.
???Do not mix different types of batteries: alkaline, standard
???Remove the batteries during long periods of
???Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode or leak.
???Never short circuit the battery terminals.
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???Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended in the "Battery Installation" instructions are to be used.
???If removable rechargeable batteries are used, they are only to be charged under adult supervision.
???Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before they are charged.
???If you use a battery charger, it should be examined regularly for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts. Do not use a damaged battery charger until it has been properly repaired.
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Assembly
WARNING
This product contains small parts in its unassembled state. Adult assembly is required.
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Pegs
Double
Flag
Handle
Support
???Position the handle support so the pegs are facing you.
???With the checkered side facing down, fit the double flag on to the pegs on the handle support.
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Handle
Handle
Support
???Fit the handle onto the handle support as shown.
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???Insert three screws through the holes in the handle and into the handle support. Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
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Assembly
???"Snap" the remote controller holder onto the tab on the bottom of the starting ramp, as shown.
???Insert and "snap" the pegs on the bottom of the handle assembly into the matching holes in the starting ramp as shown.
???Insert the handle and starting ramp into the matching holes in the control tower as shown.
???Lift the control tower storage compartment door. Insert two screws through the control tower and into the handle. Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
???Insert two screws through the holes near the bottom of the control tower and into the pegs in the starting ramp. Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not
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???Insert and "snap" the tabs on the ramp into the matching slots in a ramp rail.
???Repeat this procedure to attach the other ramp rail.
???Gently squeeze the ring of fire to insert the pegs on either end into the matching holes at the top of the ramp assembly, as shown.
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Label Decoration
Proper label application will help keep labels looking their best! When applying labels, keep the following guidelines in mind:
???Wash hands before applying labels.
???Before applying labels, wipe the surface of the toy with a clean, dry cloth to remove dust or oils.
???For best results, avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied.
???Apply labels as shown in the illustration.
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Mode I - Beginner Driver
Mode I is for a beginner or younger driver. Automatic Course Control always keeps the car hugging the track, even over obstacles. Just press the remote controller button to go and release to stop.
Setting Up The Track
Control
Tower
Hint: For best performance, use this toy on a smooth, flat surface. We do not recommend use on a deep, pile carpet. This toy is designed for indoor use only.
???Unfold the flexible track into an oval shape and place it behind the control tower.
???Insert the plugs on each end of the flexible track into the matching slots on either side of the control tower.
IMPORTANT! For proper function, the track must be installed behind the control tower.
??? Push or pull the flexible track into any curved shape you like.
Notes:
???The track creates a magnetic field. Do not use this toy around items that are sensitive to or affected by magnetic fields.
???Do not connect two Grow With Me ??? RC Rally sets together.
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Mode I - Beginner Driver
Ring of
Fire Ramp
Crash Gate
Flag 
Dirt Track
???Note the grooves on the edges of the crash gate, the ring of fire ramp and the dirt track.
???Fit the grooves on these three obstacles onto the flexible track. Place the obstacles anywhere you like, but be sure to keep them on the outside of the track, as shown.
Hint: For best performance, space the obstacles equally around the course.
???Fit the four stadium lights anywhere onto the track.
???Fit the two flags into any of the holes on the dirt track.
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Mode I - Beginner Driver
Let???s Go
Reset Switch
ON/OFF
Button
IMPORTANT! Be sure the plugs on each end of the track are fully inserted into the sides
of the control tower.
???Slide the reset switch on the
back of the control tower to the ON position 
.
???Press the ON/OFF button on the front of the control tower.
The button will be brightly
lit 
if the track is properly connected!
Hint: If the car has not driven past the control tower in a few minutes, the control tower turns off automatically and the control tower button light goes out. Press the ON/OFF button again for power in the control tower and track.
Mode Switch
On/Off
Button
Speed Control Switch
???Slide the mode switch on top of the car to I for beginner driver mode.
???Locate the speed control switch on the bottom of the car.
???Slide the switch to either slow speed 
or fast speed
.
Hint: We recommend slow speed for first time drivers.
???Press the ON/OFF button on top of the car to turn the car on. The car button lights up. The car is now ready to receive a signal from the remote controller.
Hint: If the car has not been driven for a few minutes, it turns off automatically. Press the ON/OFF button again for power in the car.
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Mode I - Beginner Driver
WARNING
To prevent entanglement, keep hair away from wheels.
Arrows
???Note the arrows on the starting ramp.
???Place rear wheels of the car on the starting ramp, making sure the car is pointing in the same direction as the arrows. The car should move around the track
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Mode I - Beginner Driver
Forward
???Press the forward button 
on the remote controller. The car moves around the track, hugging all the way without steering!
Hint: The car only travels forward in Mode I - Beginner Driver. The reverse button and the steering wheel also do not work on the remote controller.
???You will hear racing sound effects from the control tower each time the car crosses the starting ramp.
???Press the forward button 
on the remote controller. The car moves around the track, hugging all the way without steering!
Hint: The car only travels forward in Mode I - Beginner Driver. The reverse button and the steering wheel also do not work on the remote controller.
???You will hear racing sound effects from the control tower each time the car crosses the starting ramp.
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Mode II - Pro Driver
Mode II is for a more experienced driver who has acquired better manual skills. In this mode, your child can take full control of steering and direction. For some challenging fun, your child can set up an off road course and use the remote controller wheel to steer around obstacles.
Setting Up The Track
???For
???Place additional obstacles around your layout like the cones or
hay bales or barrels to test driving skills.
???You can still use the flexible track as an obstacle or part of your layout, but note that the ???Automatic Course Control??? feature does not work in Mode II - Pro Driver.
Mode Switch
ON/OFF
Button
Speed Control Switch
???Slide the switch on the top of the car to II for pro driver mode.
???Locate the speed control switch on the bottom of the car.
???Slide the switch to either slow speed 
or fast speed 
.
???Press the ON/OFF button on top of the car to turn the car on. The car button lights up. The car is now ready to receive a signal from the remote controller.
Hint: If the car has not been driven for a few minutes, it turns off automatically. Press the ON/OFF button again for power in the car.
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Mode II - Pro Driver
Reset Switch
Wheel
ON/OFF
Button
???Turn the control tower power on to hear sound effects each time the car drives over the starting ramp.
???Be sure the reset switch on the control tower is set to the on position 
.
???Press the ON/OFF button on the front of the control tower to turn power on. While power is on, the button will not light because the track is not connected to the control tower in this mode.
Hint: If the car hasn???t driven past the control tower for a few minutes, the tower turns off automatically. Press the ON/OFF button again for power.
Forward
Reverse
???Press the forward button 
on the remote controller.The car moves forward.
???Press the reverse button 
on the remote controller. The car moves backward.
???Use the wheel on the remote controller to maneuver around the track or past obstacles.
Note: The range of the remote controller to the car is 15 feet (with no obstructions).
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Storage
???Lift the control tower storage compartment door.
???Place the barrels, cones, and hay bales (as shown) into the control tower storage compart- ment and door. Close the door.
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Track
Track
???Remove the flexible track from both sides of the control tower.
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??? Fold up the track, as shown.
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???Slide the track over the starting ramp.
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Dirt
Track
Crash
Gate
???Fit the dirt track to the crash gate as shown.
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Storage
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Control
Tower
Dirt
Track
???Slide the edges of the dirt track into the grooves in the handle support and control tower.
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???Fold the ring of fire down onto the ramp.
???Fit the ring of fire ramp onto the dirt track as shown.
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Hook
???Attach the car to the hook on the handle support as shown.
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???Fit the stadium lights onto the track as shown.
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StorageCare
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???Fit the two flags into the holes in the dirt track as shown.
???Place the remote controller in the holder as shown.
???Keep the car tires clean for best performance.
???Wipe this toy with a clean cloth dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Do not immerse this toy.
???This toy has no consumer serviceable parts. Do not take this toy apart.
???Do not drop this toy on a hard surface.
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Adjusting Your Car???s
Wheel Alignment
If in Mode II your car is not driving in a straight path on smooth surfaces, follow these instructions.
Screw Hole
???Turn the car over and locate the small screw hole near
front wheel on the driver???s side.
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Car Pulls
to the Left
Counter-
Clockwise
If your car is pulling to the left:
???Insert the small jeweler???s or eye- glass screwdriver into the screw and turn one or two complete turns
Clockwise
If your car is pulling to the right:
???Insert the small jeweler???s or eye- glass screwdriver into the screw and turn one or two complete turns clockwise.
Place the car on a smooth surface and test the align- ment by driving the car in mode II in a straight line (with the steering wheel centered). If the car drives straight you are finished.
If the car still pulls to one direction repeat step 2.
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Troubleshooting Guide
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Troubleshooting Guide
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FCC Note (United States Only)
Note: 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 this equipment.
Model Number: 77306
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.
Consumer Relations Department 636 Girard Avenue
East Aurora, New York 14052
Radio interference can occur if more than one
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One (1) Year Limited Warranty
Should the product fail to perform properly, we will repair or replace it at our option, free of charge. Purchaser is responsible for shipping the product to
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OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
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STATE TO STATE.
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