Golden Technologies Companion I Owner's Manual

Text of Golden Technologies Companion I User Guide:

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 23 6. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS NOTE: The electrical connectors on your Com- panion have been designed so that only the correct connector will fit in its ap- propriate mating/plug receptacle. When inserting a connector into its mating plug receptacle, make certain that the locking ears (see figure 18, page 18, for example of locking ears) “click” into place. See figure 31. Connect the motor/brake connector, if it has been disconnected. 7. SET THE BRAKE HANDLE 1. Move t

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 1 I. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 2 II. SAFETY ................................................................................................... 3 III. EMI/RFI .................................................................................................. 7 IV. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION ................................................................. 8 V. OPERATION .......................................................................................... 10 Hand C

• 16 Companion Ramps When proceeding up any ramp, curb, or incline: • Lean forward in your seat to move your center of gravity forward for maximum stability and safety. See figure 11. If the ramp has a switchback, good cornering ability is required. • Maneuver your Companion so that the front wheels take wide swings around the corners of the ramp. • Doing this will

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 26 Companion NOTE: All Golden Companion scooters (see figures 40, 41, and 42) can be equipped with docking devices for loading onto a vehicle by means of a mechanical lift or hoist. Contact your Golden Technologies, Inc. dealer for more information con- cerning docking devices and scooter lift devices. To Transport Your Companion: • Disassemble or fold down the seat and tiller (see section VII. “Disassembly”) as close as possible to the loading area of the vehicle to be used for transporting your scooter. • The degree to which you disassemble your Companion or fold the seat and tiller de- pends on the size and shape of the cargo area of the transporting vehicle. •

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 33 CHARGER AND BATTERIES To Charge the Batteries: 1. Make certain that the key switch is in the “Off” position. See figure 9 on page 14. 2. Lift the trunk lid. See figure 3 on page 8. 3. Uncoil the charger AC cord. 4. Plug the charger AC cord into a working electri- cal outlet. 5. Two amber LEDs (Light Emitting Diode) will illuminate. See figure 47. 6. When the charging cycle is complete a green LED will illuminate, indicating a complete charge. One amber LED will remain illuminated 7. Unplug and stow the charger cord back in the trunk. 8. Close the Trunk lid. WARNING: The batteries used on your scooter hold a substantial amoun

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 5 SAFETY 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 1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See section V. “Operation.” 2. Dismount your Companion. 3. Put your scooter in the freewheel mode. See section VII. “Disassembly.” 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 free- wheel lever in the engaged position. See se

• Golden Technologies 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 scooters GC222 – 300 lb. load capacity GC223 – 300 lb. load capacity VA Model – GC221 Companion II – 3 wheel scooters GC323 – 300 lb. load capacity GC322 – 350 lb. load capacity GC325 – 350 lb. load capacity VA Model – GC 321 Companion II – 4 wheel scooters GC422 – 350 lb. load capacity VA Model – GC 421

• Golden Technologies Companion I, GOLDEN COMPANION WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please type or print clearly. Serial # Date Purchased: Owner’s Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Email: Failure to return warranty registration card could result in significant delays in obtaining service. Additional Required Owner Information Please indicate your understanding of your scooter by completing the following informa- tion. I have read and fully understand: My Golden Companion Owner’s Manual, especially sections on operating instructions, safety guidelines, mai

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 13 SEAT ROTATION LEVER OPERATION Armrest Width Adjustment To adjust the armrest width: 1. Loosen the adjustment knobs at the rear of the seat. See figure 6. 2. Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width. 3. Tighten the adjustment knobs. Seat Height Adjustment To adjust the seat height: 1. Remove the seat by lifting it straight up. 2. Set the seat aside. 3. Remove the bolt, nut, and washer that hold the seat post in the seat pedestal. See figure 7. 4. Position the seat post at the desired height

• 2 Companion INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Companion scooter. The Com- panion, the Companion II, and the four-wheel Companion II all combine cutting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today’s world. We at Golden Technologies, Inc. know that you have chosen a scooter that will give you years of dependa

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion Owner's Manual: GC222, GC223, GC322, GC323, GC325, GC422 Companion 9 Yes 128 lbs 176 Yes 6 degrees 4" up to 23* 57" Type U-l 9" 10" 350 lbs 5.5 mph GC421 / GC422 49.5" 24" Yes GC323 46" 24" 9" 10" 300 lbs 5.8 mph 4" 116 lbs 164 lbs Yes 7.5 degrees 4" up to 21* 48" Type U-l 9" 10" 350 lbs 5.8 mph GC325 46" 24" Electromechanical On-board Sealed transaxle Motor, 24 VDC Limited Life-time 164 lbs Yes 7.5 degrees Yes up to 21* 48" Type U-l 116 lbs Yes Electromechanical

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 8 Companion THUMB LEVERS ARM REST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT KNOBS SEAT ROTATION LEVER TILLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER CONTROL PANEL BRAKE HANDLE TILLER HANDGRIP TRUNK LID (HINGED) ACCESS TO CHARGER FIGURE 3. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Companion’s information below. This information will be useful in the event- that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your scooter. Your Companion (under carpet: Model Serial Number right rear) Date of Purchase Body Color Options Place of

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 12 Companion • Green indicates a full charge on the batteries. • Yellow indicates caution and approximately a one-half charge of the batteries. • Red indicates that the batteries have less than one-half of a charge remaining. See section XI. “Care and Maintenance” for instruction concerning charging the batter- ies. NOTE: Your scooter will automatically turn itself off if the battery output falls to or below 17.5 VDC. Tiller Adjustment Lever The Tiller on your Companion scooter employs a pneumatic piston to provide you with infi

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 4 Companion DRIVING ON AN INCLINE • For maximum stability, lean forward in your Companion’s seat while proceeding up ramps, slopes, 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 a gradient by driving straight up or straight down the face of the slope. See figure 1. • Do not traverse or drive across the face of the gradient. See figure 2. • 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. •

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 15 Steering Steering your Golden Companion is easy and logical. 1. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 3), turn the tiller to the right to travel to the right. 2. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 3), turn the tiller to the left to travel to the left. 3. Make certain to maintain sufficient clearance when turning your scooter so that the rear wheels will clear any obstacle. NOTE: Turning your scooter too sharply at too high a speed may create a situa - tio

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 20 Companion 8. Locate the Red "T" Handle and Latch on frame assembly. (Fig. 20) 9. Grasp the handle and pull it toward the front of the scooter to release the latch. (Fig. 21) 10. The latch will swing open. Now simply lift the "T" handle and the unit comes apart. (Fig. 22 and Fig. 23) Fig. 20 Fig. 23 Fig. 22 Fig. 21 DISSASSEMBLY Companion Owner's Manual: GC222, GC223, GC322, GC323, GC325, GC422

• Companion 35 CLEANING YOUR COMPANION Tires • Clean the tires with ordinary kitchen-type cleaners and a damp cloth. • Do not use solvents on the tires. Solvents can cause the tire material to break down or become too soft. • Check tire pressure every 3 weeks. Body The body (rear shroud, tiller shroud, deck shroud) of your Golden Companion is formed ABS plastic

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 29 6 Flashes • Indicates that the thumb levers (see section V. “Operation) were not in the neutral position when the key switch was turned to the “On” position. • May indicate that the PADDLE potentiometer is out of adjustment. Remedy: • Turn the key switch to the “Off position. • Make certain that the thumb control levers are in the neutral position. • Turn the key switch to the “On” position. • If the above procedure does not solve the problem, contact your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. dealer. 7 Flashes • Indicates a problem with the thumb control levers. • May also indicate

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 18 Companion 4. REMOVING THE SEAT POST NOTE: This step may not be necessary. We provide instructions in case you do find it necessary to re- move the seat post for storage or for replacement. 1. Remove the nut, bolt, and washer. See Figure 16. 2. Pull the seat post up and out of the seat post pedestal. DISASSEMBLY FIGURE 16. REMOVING THE SEAT POST 5. REMOVING THE BATTERIES 1. Pull Battery plugs apart 2. Remove the batteries one at a time. 6. DISCONNECTING THE MAIN HAR- NESS CONNECTOR 1. Squeeze the locking ear on the connec- tor. See figure 18. 2. Disconnect the main harness connector from the electrical enclosure. Se

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 17 1. REMOVING THE SEAT NOTE: Pinchless seat hinges are standard on all Golden Companion scooters. 1. Loosen the adjustment knobs. See figure 13. 2. Slide the arms off the scooter. 3. Remove the seat by lifting it straight up and out of the seat post. 4. The seat can be folded for compact storing. 2. DISCONNECTING THE TAILLIGHT CONNEC - TOR 1. Open the trunk lid. See figure 13. 2. Disconnect the taillight connector. See figure 14. 3. REMOVING THE REAR SHROUD 1. Pull up on the right and left sides of the shroud near the front end. See arrows in figure 15. 2. Lift the shroud up and off the scooter. See figure 15 A. DISASSEMBLY

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 7 The rapid development of electronics, especially in the area of communications, has saturated our environment with electromagnetic (radio) waves that are emitted by tele- vision 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

• Golden Technologies Companion I, 24 Companion 8. INSTALL THE SEAT POST If the seat post was not removed, proceed to step 9. If the seat post was removed: 1. Insert the seat post into the seat post pedestal. See figure 33. 2. Align holes in the seat post with the holes in the seat post pedestal to set the desired height for the seat. 3. Install the bolt through the aligned holes, starting at the rear of the pedestal. 4. Install the washer. 5. Install and tighten the nut. 9. INSTALL THE REAR SHROUD 1. Carefully lower the shroud over the seat post. See figure 34. 2. Align the locating pin with the locating pin hole. 3. Align the mounting tabs with their corresponding slots. 4. Gently push

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 11 When the power to your Companion is turned on, the Power On/Diagnostics LED (Light Emitting Diode) will light up. This LED is used for diagnosing operational problems that may arise. See section X. “Diagnostics.” Horn Button Press this button to sound the horn. Light Switch Button This button operates your Companion’s lighting system. • Press the button once to turn on your scooter’s lights. • Press the button a second time to turn off the lights. NOTE: The lights on your Companion are for safety purposes only! They were designed for you to be seen and not for driving at night. Lights-on LED This LED will illuminate when you have your Companion

• Golden Technologies Companion I, Companion 31 • Contact your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. dealer. • Do not keep resetting the main circuit breaker without correcting the un - derlying electrical problem. WHEELS AND TIRES Golden Companion scooters are equipped with split-rim wheels with pneumatic and foam-filled tires. CARE AND MAINTENANCE FIGURE 46. WHEEL REMOVAL CENTER NUT WARNING: Golden Technologies, Inc. does not recommend that you disas- semble the tire from the splitrim wheels. Consult your authorized Golden Companion dealer for as- si

• 6 Companion SAFETY all things, especially motor operated vehicles, observing a few rules and safety consid- erations 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 wh

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