Golden Technologies Companion I Manual de usuario

Owner’s Manual

Companion II, 4-wheel

Companion II, 3-wheel

Companion I

Thank you for purchasing your Companion Scooter. We are honored you have chosen

Golden Technologies for your mobility needs. Please note, unless otherwise specified, the

term Companion refers to each of the models listed below:

Companion I — 3 wheel scooter

GC240 — 300 lb. load capacity

Companion II – 3 wheel scooters

GC340 – 350 lb. load capacity

Companion II – 4 wheel scooters

GC440 – 350 lb. load capacity

Standard Packing List:

1 Owner’s Manual

1 Consumer Instructional DVD

2 Battery Cables with Hardware

1 Front Basket

1 Seat with Arms

2 Keys

Charger

Seat Post Nut and Bolt

DISCLAIMER

We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new Companion.

Golden Technologies, Inc. is not and cannot be held responsible for any damage or

injury incurred due to improper or unsafe use of the Golden Companion scooter.

Golden Technologies, Inc. specifically disclaims responsibility for any bodily injury or

property damage that may occur during any use that does not comply with applicable

federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

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I. INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................... 4

Features and Benefits ................................................................................................................. 5

Accessories for the Companion Scooter...................................................................................... 6

II. SAFETY ............................................................................................................................... 7

III. EMI/RFI ............................................................................................................................ 11

IV. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION ...................................................................................... 12

Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 13

V. OPERATION ..................................................................................................................... 14

Controls ................................................................................................................................... 14

Control Options ...................................................................................................................... 16

Seating Controls ...................................................................................................................... 16

Freewheel Mode....................................................................................................................... 18

VI. RIDING YOUR COMPANION ........................................................................................ 19

Mounting ................................................................................................................................. 19

Basic Driving ......................................................................................................................... 19

Steering in Tight Spots ............................................................................................................ 20

VII. DISASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................. 22

VIII. ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................... 24

IX. TRANSPORTING YOUR COMPANION ........................................................................ 26

X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................... 27

Routine Maintenance................................................................................................................ 27

Cleaning Your Companion....................................................................................................... 27

Batteries and Charging ............................................................................................................. 28

If Your Companion Does Not Operate...................................................................................... 29

Diagnostics............................................................................................................................... 30

CONTENTS

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Features and Benefits

Your Golden Companion scooter shipping carton contains an informational DVD that high-

lights the features and benefits of your Companion scooter as well as important safety and

operating instructions. Please view this video and read the Owner's Manual in its entirety

for complete safety and operating instructions.

Control Panel: Easy to read

display features backlit battery

gauge; two horn buttons; the

key switch; and the red button

that turns the headlight and tail-

lights on and off.

Delta Tiller handle: Offers

cushioned hand rests for

comfort and dual throttle con-

trol levers for easy right or

left hand use.

Tiller: Easy to use tiller

offers infinite adjustment

with its angle adjustment

lever and can be adjusted

without bending over.

Automatic Tiller Lock: The tiller

will automatically lock when

folded down completely so that it

does not swing from side to side

during transport.

Off-board charger: The charger

port is located conveniently on the

tiller behind a protective cover.

Seat Swivel: A standard feature,

every Companion scooter seat can

swivel to the left or right for easy trans-

fers or to sit more comfortably at a ta-

ble or desk.

Seat Lift (optional): Your Com-

panion scooter may be equipped

with the seat lift, which will raise

your seat up to 5”. The switch for

the seat lift is conveniently lo-

cated on the tiller.

Slide Seat Mechanism: A standard fea-

ture, every Companion scooter features a

mechanism that allows the seat to slide

forward or backward for easier access to

the tiller and control panel and comfort.

Adjustable Armrests: Your Com-

panion scooter features width, height

and angle adjustable armrests to find

the most comfortable position as well

as to make transfers easier.

Headlights (and tail lights): A

standard feature, the headlights

and taillights feature bright, long-

lasting LED bulbs. The headlight

is angle-adjustable.

Tires: Every Compan-

ion scooter comes with

non-marking, non-

scuffing tires.

Tie-Downs: The tie-downs are important for

transportation. Two (2) tie downs are located

on the front of the scooter, on each side of

the front tire, and two (2) are located at the

rear of the scooter on each side of the anti-tip

wheels. See “IX. TRANSPORTING YOUR

COMPANION.”

I. INTRODUCTION

FIGURE 1. COMPANION II

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Accessories for the Companion Scooters

A variety of accessories are available for your Golden Companion Scooter*. Please contact

your Authorized Golden Technologies' Dealer for more information.

• Amputee Leg Supports

• Cane Holder Tube

• Cup Holder

• Deluxe Pack N' Go

• Forearm Crutch Holder

• Mirror

• Oxygen Tank Holder

• Quad Cane Holder

• Rear Basket

• Safety Flag

• Scooter Cover

• Touch-up Paint

• Walker Holder

*Some accessories require a mounting bracket or mounting clips. Please check with your

dealer to find out if the accessory you would like to order requires a mounting bracket or

mounting clip.

I. INTRODUCTION

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Your Golden Companion is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise

caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your Companion carefully and

thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people.

NOTE: Before learning to operate your Companion, have your authorized Golden

Technologies, Inc. dealer determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off

your Companion and operating it in the presence of an attendant.

BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR COMPANION

• Check to be certain that the power is turned off. See section V. “Operation” in this

manual. This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the paddle controls

and causing injury to yourself or to others.

• Check to be certain that your Companion’s brake handle is in the engaged position. See

section VII. “Disassembly” in this manual.

• Flip up the armrests.

WARNING: When getting on or off your Companion, keep your weight toward the mid-

dle of the deck. Putting most or all of your weight on the edge of the deck may cause

an unstable condition.

GETTING ON YOUR COMPANION

• Position the seat for safe and easy mounting. See section V. “Operation.”

• Return tiller to full upright position

• Carefully place one foot on the approximate center of the deck and seat yourself

comfortably and securely on the seat.

• Fasten the lap belt, if your scooter is so equipped.

• Flip down or replace the armrests.

GETTING OFF YOUR COMPANION

• Make certain that the power is turned off and the key is removed.

• Return tiller to full upright position

• Flip up or remove the armrests.

• Unfasten the lap belt.

• Carefully place one foot on the ground, transfer your weight to that leg, and slowly come

to a standing position.

• Step away from the scooter.

MAXIMUM WEIGHT

Your Companion has been rated to a maximum payload (operator and anything else being

carried on the Companion) of 300 pounds for the Companion I and 350 pounds for the

Companion II. Exceeding the maximum weight rating will void the warranty.

WARNING: Exceeding the maximum weight rating may result in injury to yourself and

to others.

II. SAFETY

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DRIVING ON INCLINES

• For maximum stability, lean forward in your Companion’s seat while proceeding up

ramps, inclines, curbs, or any low rise. See figure 1.

• Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access

ramps.

• Always climb or descend an incline by driving straight up or straight down the face of

the slope. See figure 2.

• Do not traverse or drive across the face of an incline in any direction. See figure 3.

• Do not attempt to negotiate an incline that is covered with snow, ice, cut or wet grass,

leaves, or any other potentially hazardous material.

• Do not back down an incline.

• Try to keep your Companion moving when climbing an incline. If you do come to a stop,

restart and accelerate slowly and carefully.

• Do not try to descend or climb a slope whose gradient is greater than recommended.*

WARNING: If, while you are driving down a slope, your scooter starts to move faster than you

feel is safe, release the throttle control lever and allow your Companion to come to a stop. When

you feel that you again have control of your scooter, push the throttle control lever forward and

continue safely down the remainder of the slope.

DRIVING DOWN A DECLINE

• Lower speed setting

• Whenever it is safely possible, drive forward down any ramp, low rise, or incline.

Golden Technologies, Inc. does not recommend that you drive your scooter in reverse down

any incline, ramp, curb, or low rise. Backing down any slope may create a very hazardous

situation.

FIGURE 2. GOING UP AN INCLINE FIGURE 3. TRAVERSING AN INCLINE

II. SAFETY

*Maximum recommended incline is 8°

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If it is necessary to back down a slope follow one of two procedures.

NOTE: When using either of the following procedures to back down a slope, Golden Technologies,

Inc. strongly advises that you have the assistance of another person.

Procedure 1 - Under Power

1. Set the key switch to the “Off position. See section V. “Operation.”

2. Dismount your Companion.

3. Set the key switch to the “On” position. See section V. “Operation.”

4. While standing alongside your scooter, carefully operate the controls at the lowest speed setting. See section

V. “Operation.”

5. Slowly and carefully back your scooter down the incline.

6. Carefully remount your Companion and resume normal operation.

Procedure 2 - Emergency (No Power)

1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See section V. “Operation.”

2. Dismount your Companion.

3. Set the freewheel lever to “Disengaged.”

4. While standing alongside the scooter, carefully manually maneuver it down the slope.

5. When you have reached a level surface at the bottom of the slope, position the freewheel lever in the

engaged position. See section VII. “Disassembly.

6. Carefully remount your Companion and resume normal operation.

WARNING: When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the brake is released. The weight of the scooter on a

slope may cause you to lose control of the scooter. If you do not feel capable of manually controlling your

scooter down the slope, request assistance or do not attempt to use this Procedure.

Motor Braking System

Your scooter is equipped with a system that uses the motor to aid in braking. This Motor Brake system is de-

signed to work when the key is in either the On position or the Off position. When the key is in the On position,

the freewheel is in the engaged position, and the scooter is under power, the motor will help slow down the

scooter as soon as you take your hand off of the throttle lever.

When the key switch is in the off position and the freewheel is in the disengaged position, the motor brake sys-

tem will keep you from pushing the scooter too fast (i.e. down a slope). You may notice this when pushing the

scooter. The scooter will move freely until you reach a certain speed. You will then encounter some resistance as

the motor brake system is activated.

MEDICATION

Always check with your physician to determine if any of the medications you are taking

may affect your judgement and/or your ability to operate your Companion. Also check with your physician

concerning your physical ability to operate a scooter.

WARNING: Do not connect or allow anyone except an authorized Golden Technologies, Inc.

representative to connect any electrical or mechanical device to your Companion. Unauthorized

accessories will void the warranty and may cause injury.

II. SAFETY

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Please use your Golden Companion scooter often and allow it to expand the horizons of your daily life.

The more mobility your Golden Companion brings to you, the happier you will be, and the more

satisfied we at Golden Technologies, Inc. will be! But as with all things, especially motor operated

vehicles, observing a few rules and safety considerations will help ensure safe scooter operation. So

please follow the rules below.

NOTE: Please remember that while on your Golden Companion, you are a

motorized pedestrian. You must observe and obey all pedestrian rules and

regulations for the locale in which you are riding.

RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

• Read completely and understand this owner’s manual before assembling, operating,

transporting, or disassembling your Golden Companion.

• Always operate your Golden Companion with thought, care, and safety.

• Do not attempt to use your Companion on an escalator. Always use an elevator.

• Do not carry passengers under any circumstances.

• Do not mount or dismount your Golden Companion unless the brake is engaged.

• Always make sure that the key switch is set to “Off” before mounting or dismounting

your scooter.

• Do not back your Golden Companion down an incline or across an uneven surface.

• Do not turn your scooter suddenly at full speed.

• Always make sure the seat is locked forward before operating your Companion.

• Always come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse or from

reverse to forward.

• Do not operate your Companion where you could not safely or legally walk.

• Do not climb ramps or curbs that exceed your scooter’s capacity.

• Always approach curbs and inclines straight on.

• Always turn on your scooter’s lights when operating near traffic, at night, and in any

• poorly lit area.

• Always be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points especially when

assembling and disassembling your scooter.

• Never sit on your Companion when it is being transported.

• Always fasten down your Companion securely with an approved tie-down system while

transporting your scooter.

• Never operate your vehicle if it is not functioning properly.

• Always use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass, gravel. Also

use caution on decks where there is no railing.

• Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.

• Always cross streets at intersections and use crosswalks or the most direct route,

making sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic.

• Never drive your Companion up or down a step or curb that is higher than the ground

clearance on the spec page.

• Never back up or down a step or curb.

• Do not drive your Companion in icy or salted conditions.

• Never operate your Companion while you are under the influence of alcohol.

II. SAFETY

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The rapid development of electronics, especially in the area of communications, has

saturated our environment with electromagnetic (radio) waves that are emitted by television

transmitters, cellular phones, citizen’s band radios (CBs), amateur radios (ham radios),

wireless computer links, microwave transmitters, paging transmitters, etc. These

electromagnetic (EM) waves are invisible and increase in strength the closer one gets to the

source of transmission. When these energy waves act upon electrical devices and cause

them to malfunction or to function in an erratic or uncontrolled manner, they are referred to

as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency Interference

(RFI).

EMI/RFI AND YOUR COMPANION

All electrically powered vehicles, including scooters are susceptible to Electromagnetic

Interference/Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI). This interference could result in

abnormal, unintended movement of your Golden Companion.

WARNING: Unintended movement or brake release could cause an accident or injury.

The FDA has determined that each make and model of scooter can resist EMI/RFI to a

certain level. The higher the level of resistance, the greater the degree of protection from

EMI/RFI—measured in volts per meter (V/m). The FDA has also determined that current

technology is capable of providing 20 V/m of resistance to EMI/RFI, which would provide

useful protection against common sources of interference. This product has been tested and

has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

EMI/RFI RECOMMENDATIONS

• Do not turn on or use hand-held personal electronic communication devices such as

cellular phones, walkie-talkies, and CB radios while your scooter is turned on.

• Be aware of any nearby transmitters (radio, television, microwave, etc.) on your intended

route and avoid operating your scooter close to any of those transmitters.

• Turn off the power if your Companion is going to be in a stationary position for any

length of time.

• Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your scooter may make it

more susceptible to EMI/RFI.

• If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your scooter off as soon as it is

safe to do so.

WARNING: Turn off your scooter as soon as it is safely possible if unintended or

uncontrollable motion occurs or if unintended brake release occurs.

III. EMI/RFI

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