Hot Wheels City Color Shifters Tunnel Twist Car Wash Playset
Instructions and Play Guide
Product Overview
This document provides instructions for the Hot Wheels City Color Shifters Tunnel Twist Car Wash playset. It includes assembly steps, play instructions, and important safety information.
Age Recommendation: 3+ years.
⚠️ WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Please keep these instructions for future reference as they contain important information.
Colors and decorations may vary. Not for use with some Hot Wheels vehicles. One vehicle is included; additional vehicles are sold separately.
Contents
The playset includes various components for assembly:
- Track pieces (curved and straight sections)
- A multi-level tower structure with ramps and a car wash area
- Water tanks (red for warm water, blue for icy water)
- Launcher mechanism
- One Hot Wheels Color Shifters vehicle
- Labels (stickers)
Refer to the diagrams for specific part identification (labeled A through Y).
Assembly Instructions
Follow these steps to assemble the playset:
- Step 1: Assemble the base structure by connecting parts labeled A, B, C, D, Q, R, S, T, and Y. Ensure parts snap together securely.
- Step 2: Attach the main tower structure, including ramps labeled H, K, L, and Y, to the base.
- Step 3: Connect the orange curved track pieces (G) and the vertical track piece (J) to the tower structure.
- Step 4: Attach the car wash tunnel section (F) and the launcher track piece (S) to the main playset.
- Step 5: Connect the yellow launcher mechanism (P) and its associated track (N, V) to the side of the playset.
Assembly Tip: Align molded letters on parts for correct placement. Components should click into place when assembled correctly. ? Snap to connect.
How to Get Ready to Play
Prepare the playset for color-changing action:
- Fill the red tank with warm water: ? 35°C-42°C / 95°F-107°F.
- Fill the blue tank with icy water: ? 0°C-10°C / 32°F-50°F.
Important Notes:
- Do not overfill reservoirs to prevent leakage.
- Do not use water hotter than 48°C (120°F) to avoid burns.
- For best color change performance, use icy water below 10°C/50°F.
- Change warm water frequently to maintain optimal color shifting.
- Do not microwave hot water containers.
- Protect play surfaces as water toys can be messy.
- Adult supervision is recommended when filling the tanks.
- Ensure only Hot Wheels Color Shifters cars are used for the color-changing feature.
- Color change effects last longer when the toy is not exposed to intense heat or direct sunlight for prolonged periods.
How to Play
Engage in the car wash adventure:
- Elevator: Take the included vehicle up to the top level using the elevator mechanism.
- Splash Car Wash: Roll the car through the tunnel section, which is designed to splash the car with water, activating its color change.
- Stunt Ramp: Press the button to activate the stunt ramp, sending the car down.
- Detail Your Car: Customize or prepare your vehicle.
- Icy Water Bath: Take the car for an icy water bath to change its color back to its original state or a different color.
- Drive Out: Lift the platform to release the car and drive it out of the playset.
More Ways to Play & Storage
Expand Your City: Collect other Hot Wheels City sets to build and expand your own Hot Wheels City.
Storage:
- Before storing, drain, rinse, clean, and dry all items thoroughly.
- Do not immerse the entire set in water.
Safety and Contact Information
⚠️ ATTENTION: Not suitable for children under 36 months – contains small parts.
For customer service and product information, please visit the Mattel website:
Mattel, Inc. is the manufacturer. ©2023 Mattel.
This product is made with paper from responsible sources (FSC C113104).
