Golden Technologies ALANTE GP201CC User's Manual
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1. Disconnect battery cables from main wire harness Lift batteries out of the base and place on the side of the unit 19 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 COMFORT SETTINGS You may be spending a great deal of time on your Alante To provide you with the maximum seating comfort Golden Technologies Inc has designed this power chair to incorporate the following adjustments for operator comfort COMFORT SETTINGS 1 Seat height 4 Footrest height 2 Armrest angle 9 Footrest extending 3 Footrest angle 6 Joystick controller length A WARNING Make certain that the power to your Alante is turned off before making any adjustments to eliminate the risk of the joystick controller being accidentally bumped and activating the power chair SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 Remove the seat 2 Remove the shroud 3 Disconnect the joystick controller 4 Use two wrenches to remove the nut washers and bolt that secures the seat post in place 5 Adjust the inner seat pedestal to the desired height 6 Insert the bolt through the matching holes in the seat post and the seat post pedestal T Install the washers removed in Step 4 8 Install and tighten the nut removed in Step 4 9 Connect the joystick controller 1 1 O Replace the shroud 1 Attach the seat The Alant seat post height can be adjusted by moving the location of the bolt and washers in the seat post as shown at left 20 Alante GP201 M2. combines cutting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today s world We at Golden Technologies know that you have chosen a power chair that will give you years of dependable operation and will also enhance the quality of your life by providing you with the mobility to experience a more active daily lifestyle Even though your new Alante is both user friendly and designed for maximum maneuverability in even the tightest spaces we ask that you please read understand and follow all of the instructions and suggestions in this manual before you operate your Alante for the first time The safe use of your new power chair is very important and starts with you If you feel uncomfortable with your new Alante or do not understand the instructions presented in this owner s manual or if for any reason you do not feel capable of performing the activities necessary to assemble disassemble operate or maintain your Alante please contact the home health care dealer you purchased this power chair from or contact Golden Technologies technical support services at 800 624 6374 DISCLAIMER 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 Alante Power Chair Golden Technologies Inc specifically disclaims responsibility for any bodily injury or property damage that may occur during any use that does not comply
3. ice cut or wet grass leaves or any other potentially hazardous material e Do not back down an incline e Try to keep your Alant moving when climbing an incline If you do come to a stop restart and accelerate slowly and carefully e Do not try to descend or climb a slope that is greater than 6 degrees A WARNING IF WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN A SLOPE YOUR POWER CHAIR STARTS TO MOVE FASTER THAN YOU FEEL IS SAFE RELEASE THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER LEVER AND ALLOW YOUR ALANTE TO COME TO A STOP WHEN YOU FEEL THAT YOU AGAIN HAVE CONTROL OF YOUR POWER CHAIR PUSH THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER LEVER FORWARD AND CONTINUE SAFELY DOWN THE REMAINDER OF THE SLOPE DRIVING DOWN AN INCLINE A WARNING Always drive forward down any ramp low rise or incline Golden Technologies Inc does not recommend that you drive your power chair in reverse down any incline ramp curb or low rise Backing down any slope may create a very hazardous situation RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS MEDICATION Always check with your physician to determine if any of the medications you are taking may affect your judgment and or your ability to operate your Alante Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate a power chair Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SAFETY Cont Note Please remember that while on your Golden Alante you are a motorized pedestrian You must observe and obey all pedestrian rule
4. Wire Harness es excludes boot covers Note While charging batteries it is normal for the battery charger to heat up Heat coming from the battery charger DOES NOT constitute a defect Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 Consumer Limited Warranty Power Wheelchair continued For the period of one year from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following parts found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Bearings Rubber Components Plastic Components Bushings excludes tires and all excludes body and Y Seat swivel mechanism wear parts all wear parts Items not mentioned or listed are covered at the discretion of Golden Technologies Any accessories standard or optional supplied by Golden Technologies are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase with the particular unit Warranty Exclusions Golden Technologies does not provide warranty on any of the following items which may require replacement due to the normal wear and tear of day to day usage Tires and Tubes Motor Brushes Brake Pads ABS Plastic Shrouds Bulbs Fuses Upholstery Armrest Pads Battery Cases This warranty also excludes the following Batteries Please consult battery manufacturer for any implied warranty Loss or theft of components Damage caused by Battery fluid spilla
5. Arm 3 EA Tilda ae TT Joystick Controller Receiver x r e kia Figure 14 Figure 15 17 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 ASSEMBLY Cont 3 Route the joystick controller cable to the inside of the armrest and secure into place with the Velcro straps as shown Figs 16 amp 17 Figure 16 18 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 DISASSEMBLY A WARNING Make certain that the joystick controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform disassembly SEAT REMOVAL 1 2 3 9 6 1 8 9 10 11 Remove the Velcro straps that secure the joystick controller cable Fig 16 Remove the joystick controller by loosening the adjustment knob under the joystick controller receiver Fig 17 Slide the joystick controller and extension arm forward and out of the receiver Carefully lay the joystick controller beside the power chair Fold the seat back down Remove the arms Lift and hold the seat rotation lever upwards to release the seat Fig 11 With the seat swivel lever held up grasp the seat on both sides and lift straight up You may swivel the seat side to side to make the seat easier to remove Carefully lift the shroud over the brake release levers and place on side of Alant Fig 7 Disconnect joystick controller connections and feed connections through the center hole in the shroud Unfasten Velcro straps on batteries
6. RUBBER AT CORNER FOOTREST MA ADJUSTMENT SCREWS Figure 21 22 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 COMFORT SETTINGS Cont FOOTREST EXTENSION OPTION 1 Place the footrest extension onto the footrest as shown below 2 Install the footrest extension bolt 3 Install a lock washer and locknut on the bolt and tighten securely 4 Tighten the set screw FOOTREST EXTENSION BOLT Figure 22 Figure 23 JOYSTICK CONTROLLER BRACKET LENGTH 1 Loosen the knob at the underside of the joystick controller receiver 2 Loosen and unwrap the Velcro straps holding the controller cord in place 3 Slide the joystick controller extension arm forward or rearward to find a comfortable position 4 Tighten the knob at the underside of the joystick controller receiver to secure the joystick controller extension arm 9 Route the joystick cable to the inside of the armrest and secure in place with the Velcro straps 23 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Your Alante M is simple to operate However for your safety and the safety of others Golden Technologies Inc recommends that you carefully read and understand the following operating instructions We also recommend that you practice operating your Alante in an area free of any obstacles Once you have gained confidence in your ability to control your power chair you will more easily be able to operate it in nor mal daily conditions A WORD OF C
7. e j i 7 4 qe 3 d NAM sP ES m PUF een Joystick Po Controller Batteries Figure 2 13 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 ASSEMBLY Cont BATTERY INSTALLATION Note Each battery weighs 25 to 39 pounds each depending on type Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight 1 Place the batteries in the frame Be certain that you position the positive terminal of each battery opposite to the negative terminal of the other battery See Figure 3 2 Use the screws washers and nuts provided to connect the positive red connector of each cable to the positive terminal of each battery See Figure 5 3 Use the screws washers and nuts provided to connect the negative black connector of each cable to the negative terminal of each battery 4 Connect the connectors of each battery cable to the corresponding connector on the battery wire harness See Figure 3 D Cover the battery terminals with the protective caps provided See Figure 4 6 Fasten batteries with the Velcro straps Figure 3 Figure 4 Battery Lock Flat Terminial Ring Flat qe Washer Washer Terminal Washer Batter Figure 5 14 Alante GP201 Manual ASSEMBLY Cont BATTERY REPLACEMENT Should a battery need replacement please contact your Golden Technologies dealer where you purchased this product The batteries in your Golden Alante are specialized deep cycle batteries D
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9. AUTION Before turning on the power of your Alante take note of your environment and set your speed control accordingly see Speed Control Buttons Figure 25 For indoor driving we recommend that you select the lowest speed setting For outdoor driving we recommend that you select a speed setting at which you feel comfortable safe and in control of your power chair Familiarize yourself with the features of your Alante described below and follow the instructions to safely operate your power chair Joystick Controller Display The joystick controller display See Figure 25 is a multifunctional visual display This display provides three types of information 1 On Off status 2 Battery charge level 3 Fault diagnostics 1 On Off Status When you turn on the power to your Alante the LED array will light up see Figure 25 To turn the power on press the on off button see Fig 25 To turn the power off press the on off button see Fig 25 4 If the LED array is not lit the joystick controller and the power chair are not in operating mode 24 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont 2 Battery Charge Level The joystick controller LED array is composed of eight 8 LED s Two 2 red Two 2 amber Four 4 green When all eight 8 LEDs are lit continuously there is a full charge on the batter ies AS you use your power chair and the batteries discharge LEDs in the array will begin to turn of
10. anual Revised 060208 COMFORT SETTINGS Cont ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1 Flip up the armrest 2 Loosen the jam nut on the armrest upright See Figure 18 3 Adjust the screw height upward or downward to reach the desired arm rest angle 4 Tighten the jam nut Screw and Jam Nut Figure 18 FOOTREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1 Fold the footrest upward for easy access to the footrest adjustment screw See Figure 19 2 Loosen the jam nut 3 Use a wrench to turn the adjustment bolt counter clockwise to increase the footrest angle 4 Use a wrench to turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease the footrest angle Jam Nut j LE i V gt f eben SEL la 3 ch AR ll a ir ut FOSSES 4 t a i A i cit Footrest Adjustment LE A Screw Re a tu WES HS Sr P 21 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 COMFORT SETTINGS Cont FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 Remove the shroud 2 Use an Allen wrench to remove the bolts indicated in Figure 20 3 Slide the footrest to the desired height 4 Align the bolt holes in the footrest and the footrest bracket 5 Install and tighten the bolts FOOTREST EXTENDING 1 Lift the rubber pad from the footrest plate 2 Loosen the two 2 footrest adjustment screws 3 Slide the footrest plate to the desired position and tighten the adjustment screws NOTE The maximum extended length is not at the end of the slots LIFT
11. aster Wheel Figure 1 10 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 EMI RFI 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 computers 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 ALANTE All electrically powered vehicles including power chairs are susceptible to EMI RFI This interference could result in abnormal or unintended movement of your Golden Alante The FDA has determined that each make and model of power chair can resist EMI RFI to a certain level The higher the level of immunity 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 immunity to EMI RFI which would provide useful protection against common sources of interference Based on that determination the FDA has written to the manufacturers of power
12. bilities for consequential damages are excluded This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 Golden Technologies Product Registration Form Alante Please fill out this product registration form Failure to do so could result in significant delays should service be required Owner Information Name Address City State Zip Code Product Information Serial Number Purchased From City State Date Purchased Mail Completed Form To Golden Technologies 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 36 Revised 060208 Alante GP201 Manual Additional Required Owner Information Please indicate your understanding of your Golden Alante by completing the following information have read and fully understand My Golden Alante Owner s Manual especially the sections on operating instructions safety guidelines maintenance and battery instructions Alante Warranty Battery Instructions only sealed lead acid GEL cell or AGM type batteries should be used Batteries must also be sealed deep cycle and maintenance free or battery will hinder vehicle performance and void the warranty My Golden Alante dealer has instructed me on how to operate my power chair Signature Telephone Comments 37 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 Al BY GOLDEN d GOLDE
13. crew end of the arm adjustment knob through the mounting hole in the latch side of the lap belt 3 Screw the knob into the weld nut on the right side of the arm mounting tube on the rear seat frame 4 Put the other screw through the mounting hole of the buckle side of the lap belt 5 Screw the knob into the weld nut on the left side of the arm mounting tube on the rear seat frame 6 Once the arms are in place tighten the knobs C a SAA Le A Arm Adjustment Knob 16 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 ASSEMBLY Cont ARM INSTALLATION 1 Loosen but do not remove the arm width adjustment knobs at the rear of the seat frame 2 Insert the lower arm tube into the arm receiver at the rear of the seat frame Figure 13 Id Figure 13 Lower Arm Tube A WARNING Be sure the arm pad is facing forward when the armrest is in the down position 3 Find a comfortable width and tighten the knob 4 Repeat on the opposite side of the unit NOTE When the arm adjustment knobs are tight the lap belt mounting plates will be free to move around the arm adjustment knobs JOYSTICK CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 1 With the seat installed and arms secured in place slide the joystick controller extension arm into the joystick controller receiver Fig 13 2 Find a comfortable position for the joystick controller and secure controller receiver CET SE wrd Hirak Joystick Controller Extension A
14. erheated electrical components to cool to their normal operating temperatures SEAT ROTATION The seat of your Alante can be swiveled to one of five preset positions Full forward 45 degrees to the right 45 degrees to the left 90 degrees to the right 90 degrees to the left A a s To swivel the seat Pull up on the seat rotation lever see Figure 28 to swivel the seat Release the lever The seat will lock in one of the five preset positions Continue this process until the seat is positioned as you want it ES Main Circuit Breaker Reset Button Figure 28 28 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont A WARNING Do not drive your power chair with the seat in any position other than full forward locked position OPERATIONAL RANGE Depending on the use the terrain and the driving conditions the batteries of your Alante rwx will provide up to 20 miles of operation We recommend that you charge the batteries when necessary Battery charge should be treated similarly to fuel in a car CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your Alante s charging system is designed for your safety and for your convenience Follow the steps below to recharge the batteries Position your Alante close to a standard wall electrical outlet Turn off the power on the joystick controller Remove the charger from the trunk Insert the matching charger plug into the joystick controller s charging socket that is located a
15. es height adjustable Joystick Controller Dynamic A Series Integral 50 Amp Programmable Off board charger Candy Apple Red Cobalt Blue Battery Type Two 2 U1 sealed lead acid or two 2 NF22 Specifications subject to change without notice 12 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 ASSEMBLY Your Alante is shipped partially disassembled in order to maximize the protection of all its parts during the shipping process Please follow the instruction below to quickly and easily assemble the power chair for your use NOTE You will need only basic tools If you do not have the required tools or if you do not feel capable of safely assembling your power chair please contact your local Golden Technologies Inc representative Tool List 1 13mm combination wrench 2 Two 10mm open or combination wrench Se 6mm hex socket key 4 4mm hex socket key D 1 4 inch hex socket key Main Components Base frame with connector for battery and motor cables Shroud Seat Assembly with lap belt Joystick controller Batteries 2 must purchase separately Battery Cables CHR i ha W m mn 7 a d c J b Jha ME dl a 2 y P E A r L a YU dl nas a an gt 3 ay q e i t iw gt k Le dE re P h e j Y z a e f s Fi J lt Base Frame ek ngs gt 1 gt a Y Seat w Lap Belt Lr CA a b E 2x E O E ee TA re Sa a a J e f eN ua se gg A a j
16. f in descending order A single lit red LED indicates the lowest state of operable charge on the batteries The batteries should be charged immediately EA Battery k ri e Charge LED Array Speed es setting Array Speed Control SLOWER Horn Speed Control FASTER Joystick Controller Figure 25 25 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont NOTE To ensure a dependable battery charge we recommend that you charge the chair s batteries overnight Doing this will prolong the life of the batteries and spare you loss of operational power while you are using your chair normally Do not charge the batteries when all 8 LEDs are lit indicating that the batteries are at full charge Charging the batteries when they are fully charged will shorten the life of the batteries 26 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont FREEWHEEL MODE To disengage the gears and put your power chair in freewheel mode turn the brake release levers outward See Figure 26 To re engage the gears and take your chair out of freewheel mode turn the levers rearward See Figure 27 Figure 26 Figure 27 A WARNING Never put your power chair in freewheel mode when it is on a slope or incline of any type 2 Never put your power chair in freewheel mode while you are operating your power chair 3 Never put your power chair in freewheel mode without a trained atte
17. ge or leakage Abuse misuse accident or negligence Improper operation maintenance or storage Commercial use or use other than normal Repairs and or modifications made to any part without the specific consent of Golden Technologies Exceeding the specified weight capacity of the unit Accessories other than those supplied or approved by Golden Technologies Failure to adhere to the product instructions Acts of Nature such as lightning strikes earthquakes etc Circumstances beyond the control of Golden Technologies VVVVV VVVV WV Y ANY PARTS ALTERED OR REPAIRED BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSON Warranty Service Warranty Service must be performed by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Golden Technologies reserves the right to replace warranted part s with refurbished or new part s at our discretion All labor charges service calls transportation costs or any other charge s associated with the installation of any warranted part s are the responsibility of the consumer Warranty is for the replacement of the parts only and does not include freight for the replacement parts Consumers are not to return any item s to Golden Technologies without prior written authorization Any damages incurred while warranted part s are in transport are the sole responsibility of the consumer There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are excluded Lia
18. if it is not functioning properly Use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass gravel and on decks where there is no railing Never drive on the roadway except when you must cross the street Cross streets at intersections and use the most direct route making sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic It is not recommended to drive your Alante up or down a step or curb that is higher than 1 1 2 inches Never back up or down a step or curb Never operate your Alante while you are under the influence of alcohol Do not operate or store your power chair where it will be exposed to rain snow mist or below freezing temperatures Do not operate your power chair on slippery icy or salted surfaces Never sit on your power chair when it is in freewheel mode and on an incline or decline Never place your power chair into freewheel mode without a trained attendant present Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Golden Technologies Inc Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SAFETY RULES Cont e Do not disassemble the tire If disassembly is required have your authorized Golden Technologies dealer perform any necessary maintenance or repair e Do not attempt to inflate the tires of your Alante Your power chair is equipped with foam filled flat free tires that do not require inflation Controller Brake Release Lever Footplate ZA gt C
19. king your power chair 7 Ifit is a self closing door it will close behind you 8 If it is not a self closing door pull it closed behind you 34 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 RIDING YOUR ALANTE Cont Ramps Because of the American Disabilities Act ADA many buildings are fitted with ramps that provide access for power chairs and for other mobility vehicles Please read and thoroughly understand Safety Rules and Driving On An Incline sections of this manual Pages 6 10 AR 39 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 Consumer Limited Warranty Power Wheelchatrs Effective June 1 2008 The following warranty is granted only to the INITIAL Consumer who has purchased our product and commences on the Date of Purchase by the Consumer from an Authorized Golden Technologies Provider The Consumer must have a warranty registration card filed with Golden Technologies to receive service This warranty supersedes all previous warranties for all power chair models effective June 1 2008 The warranty covers the following power wheelchair models unless otherwise noted Alero GP52 Alant Jr GP200 Alant GP201 Alant GP202 Compass GP600 and GP601 Limited Lifetime Warranty In the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following structural frame components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representa
20. lant BY GOLDEN Owner s Manual Alante GP201SS and GP201CC GOLDE r 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Tel 800 624 6374 Fax 570 451 7494 technologies www goldentech com YOUR LIFE IN MOTION Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 NOTES Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Alante information below This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies Inc concerning your power chair Your Alante Model Alant GP201 Serial Number Date of Purchase Body Color Options The Golden Technologies Dealer where you purchased this product Name Company Address Please remember to fill in and return your warranty registration card found at the back of this manual Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 CONTENTS INIRODUCTION 2 ol 2khasspawasuunsakasqunkusqayuaqayq asqa 5 SAFETY Lu uuu ios 6 10 EMIR deidad 11 SPECIFICATIO NN Susini 12 ASSEVMIDL Yori 13 18 DISASSEMBLY unissent u E s ou spa aa 19 COMFORT SETTINGS ici inicia 20 23 OPERATION oca oasis 24 30 DIAGNOSTICO secs nie 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 32 33 RIDING YOUR ALANTE 34 35 WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM ADDITIONAL 36 INFORMATION Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Alante M power chair The Alante
21. ndant present THERMAL ROLLBACK Your Alante is equipped with a safety system A microprocessor monitors the operating temperatures of the joystick controller In the event of excessive heat occurring in the joystick controller the joystick controller will decrease the speed of your chair This is done to reduce the load on the electrical system and allow the components to dissipate heat The joystick controller will automatically set the chair s speed back to full normal when the operating temperature returns to normal levels 27 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont THE MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER The main circuit breaker is another safety feature incorporated into your Alante This device monitors the amount of current being drawn from the batteries when the chair is in use When the motors are heav ily strained and too high a current draw is being placed on the batteries the main circuit breaker will trip and bring your chair to a stop The main circuit breaker reset button is located on the top right of the shroud RESET BUTTON If the main circuit breaker trips please wait for approximately 1 minute and then push the reset button to reset the main circuit breaker Fig 28 NOTE Usually the thermal rollback feature is more sensitive than the main circuit breaker We recommend that you turn off the power to the chair and wait for five minutes when the chair suddenly loses speed or power Doing so will allow the ov
22. o not replace the deep cycle batteries with an automotive style battery or serious damage may occur and vehicle performance may be dangerously impaired SHROUD INSTALLATION 1 pA Remove the white backing from the shroud supports at the front of the frame See Figure 6 With the shroud to the side of the unit feed the joystick controller cable through the center hole in the shroud See Figure 7 A Make the joystick controller connections as shown in Figure 8 Position the shroud above the frame A The center hole should be positioned above the seat post B The slots in the shroud should be positioned over the freewheel levers The freewheel levers should be in the locked position Lower the shroud onto the frame and press it firmly into place 15 Revised 060208 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 ASSEMBLY Cont SEAT INSTALLATION NOTE The seat assembly weighs approximately 24 Ibs without armrests Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight 1 While holding the seat rotation lever see Fig 11 in the up position lift the seat and insert the seat post stem located on the bottom of the seat into the seat post See Figure 10 7 Swivel the seat from side to side push down on it and release the seat rotation lever until the seat locks in place Figure 10 Figure 11 LAP BELT INSTALLATION 1 Remove the two arm adjustment knobs Figure 12 2 Put the s
23. ower chair may operate at slower speeds due to the joystick controller s thermal rollback feature that is designed to prevent damage to the motors and to the other electrical components of the chair See section Thermal Rollback on page 27 32 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cont A Word About Motor Noise The motors on your Golden Alante have been selected to give you years of quiet reliable operation We strive to make our motors as quiet as possible but as with any mechanical device some noise is normal and acceptable Motor noise is more evident in a quiet indoor environment The steady whir of the motors and clicking of the motor brakes assures you that your motors are operating properly Over several years of use you may find that your motors become slightly louder than when your vehicle was brand new This is normal and should not affect the performance of your Alante and is not cause for motor replacement 33 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 RIDING YOUR ALANTE m Control through tight spots As you use your Alante to increase your mobility you will undoubtedly encounter some obstacles that will require practice to negotiate smoothly and safely Below are some common obstacles that you may meet during the daily use of your power chair Listed with those obstacles are some driving tips that should help you conquer those obstacles Learn and follow those tips and with surprising ea
24. re minimal maintenance We recommend that you periodically check the following Tire Pressure Your Alante is equipped with flat free foam filled tires There is no need to check tire pressure Tire Tread Regularly visually inspect the tire tread If the remaining tread is less than 1 32 of an inch have your local Golden representative replace the worn tires Motor Brushes Have your local Golden representative inspect the motor brushes once a year Joystick Controller Protect the joystick controller from adverse weather conditions Moisture will damage the joystick controller and void your power chair s warranty Battery Terminals Regularly inspect the condition of the battery terminals Make certain that they are not corroded Also check to see that the terminals are securely tightened Cleaning Use only a water dampened soft cloth to clean the ABS shroud The shroud has a protective coat that is very easy to maintain NOTE Do not use free flowing water to clean your Alante Water and extreme temperatures are the main elements that can adversely affect your power chair and its performance Water Rain Sleet and Snow Water in any form will cause electronic malfunction or corrosion of the electrical components connections and the chair frame Temperature At extremely low temperatures the batteries of your power chair may freeze preventing your Alante from operating At extremely high temperatures your p
25. rest flip it to the up position Getting ON your Alante e Be careful not to entangle yourself in the leg rests or the footrest seat yourself comfortably and securely on the seat e Adjust the leg rests or flip down the footrest e Flip down the armrests e Fasten the lap belt Getting OFF your Alante e Make certain that the power is turned off Unfasten the lap belt Flip up the armrests Flip up the footrest or move the leg rests to the sides While being careful not to entangle yourself in the leg rests or the footrest carefully stand and step away from the chair MAXIMUM WEIGHT Your Alante has been rated to a maximum payload passenger and anything else being carried on the Alante of 300 pounds Exceeding the maximum weight rating will void the warranty A WARNING Exceeding the maximum weight rating may also result in injury to you and to others When getting on or off your Alante do not put most of your weight on the footrest Raise the footrest during transfer Standing on the footrest may cause the chair to tip Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SAFETY Cont DRIVING ON AN INCLINE e Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline even handicap access ramps e Always climb or descend a gradient by driving forward straight up or straight down the face of the slope e Do not traverse or drive across the face of a gradient e Do not attempt to negotiate an incline that is covered with snow
26. s and regulations for the locale in which you are riding A WARNING TURNING TOO SHARPLY AROUND A CORNER CAN CAUSE THE POWER CHAIR TO TIP AVOID THIS DANGER AT ALL TIMES BY STEERING A WIDE ARC AROUND CORNERS AND OBSTACLES ALSO TO AVOID THE RISK OF TIPPING REDUCE SPEED BEFORE NEGOTIATING ANY TURNS A WARNING DO NOT CONNECT OR ALLOW ANYONE EXCEPT AN AUTHORIZED GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES REPRESENTATIVE TO CONNECT ANY ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL DEVICE TO YOUR ALANTE UNAUTHORIZED ACCESSORIES WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE INJURY son FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING PRESS THE ON OFF BUTTON ON THE CONTROLLER ONCE AND THE POWER CHAIR WILL STOP Be canexs NEVER TRANSFER ONTO OR OFF OF THIS POWER WHEELCHAIR USING THE SEAT BACKREST FOR SUPPORT DURING TRANSFER THE SEAT BACK FOLDS DOWN EASILY AND MAY CAUSE YOU TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE AND COULUD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY ALSO THE SEAT SWIVEL MUST BE LOCKED BEFORE TRANSFERRING Please use your Golden Alante power chair often and allow it to expand the horizons of your daily life But as with all things especially motor operated vehicles observing a few rules and safety considerations will help ensure safe power chair operation So please follow the rules on the following page Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SAFETY RULES Do not attempt to use your Alant on an escalator Always use an elevator Do not carry passengers on your power chair Do not operate your Alante
27. se you will soon be in control of your power chair as you maneuver it through doors up and down ramps up and over curbs through grass and gravel and up and down inclines Doors e Approach any unfamiliar door slowly e Notice if the door has a knob or a push bar e Determine if the door opens towards you or away from you e Do not try to use your own strength to open the door Learn to use the power of your power chair to do the majority of the work for you If the door opens away from you 1 Use one hand to turn the doorknob or to operate the push bar 2 Use your other hand to steer the power chair and to gently press on the joystick that will move your power chair slowly forward Use your arm to push the door gently open Drive through the doorway If it is a self closing door it will close behind you If 1t is not a self closing door stop your power chair when it is clear of the door and use your hand to push the door closed SRE ER 2 If the door opens towards you 1 Use one hand to turn the doorknob or to pull the handle 2 Keep your grip on the knob or on the handle 3 Use your other hand to steer your power chair and to gently press the joystic that will move your power chair slowly in reverse 4 Allow the power of your Alante to pull the door completely open 5 When the door is completely open stop your power chair 6 Drive through the doorway while keeping your hand on the door to prevent it from hitting or bloc
28. t the front of the joystick controller See Figures 29 amp 30 A Joystick Controller Charging Socket Joystick Controller Charger Plug Figure 29 Figure 30 29 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 OPERATION Cont 5 Insert the plug at the other end of the charger power cord into a standard electrical wall outlet 6 Disconnect the charger power cord from the wall outlet and from the Joystick controller charging socket when the batteries are fully charged NOTE The batteries will be fully charged in four to eight hours A full charge is indicated when the green light on the battery charger side panel turns on and all 8 joystick controller LEDs are lit when joystick controller is turned on A WARNING your charger will become hot to the touch during normal charging cycles Please exercise caution when handling a battery charger during and just after charging your batteries Allow the charger ample time to cool before handling A WARNING Always place your charger on a heat resistant surface while charging your batteries Allow ample air circulation around your charger while charging your batteries 30 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 DIAGNOSTICS TROUBLESHOOTING The Joystick controller LED display is designed to help you diagnose any problems with the electrical components of your power chair The LED display does this by flashing on and off in a coded sequence Below is a list of trouble shooting ac
29. tions Try to use this list before you contact your Golden Technologies representative Go to the number in the list which matches the number of flashing bars and follow the instructions If the problem persists after you made the checks described contact your Golden Technologies representative for further assistance Flash Codes indicate the nature of an abnormal condition directly from the A Series Information Gauge Without the use of any servicing tools the condition can be simply diagnosed Flash Description Code 1 User Fault Possible stall timeout or user error Release the joystick controller to neutral and try again 2 Battery Fault Check the batteries and cabling Try charging the batteries Battery may require replacement cabling and cabling connections and cabling A A mms connections and cabling agent 8 Joystick controller Fault Consult service agent A Series Bus Consult service agent Communications Fault DIAGNOSTICS Controllers are not user serviceable Specialized tools are necessary for the repair of any A Series component A flashing A Series Information Gauge indicates there is an abnormal condition somewhere on the power chair The components that A Series provides fault information for include the motors the park brakes the batteries the cabling and the A Series modules themselves 31 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Alante r is designed to requi
30. tive Steel Frame Frame Welds Seat Post The chair side frames for the Alero GP52 power wheelchair are guaranteed for a period of FIVE YEARS from the date of purchase One Year Limited Warranty For the period of one year from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following structural frame components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative GP 52 Only Caster Beam Caster Forks Swing away footrests Y Anti Tip Forks Armrests Cross Braces Footrest Back Rest Canes For the period of one year from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following drive train components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Motor Gearbox Assembly Brake Assembly electrical function only Note An increase in operating noise of the motor gearbox DOES NOT constitute a defect With normal wear and tear operating noise is expected to increase For the period of one year from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following electronic assemblies found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Electronic Controller Battery Charger
31. wheel chairs and asked them to test their new products to be certain that they provide a reasonable degree of immunity to EMI RFI The FDA suggests that power chairs should have an immunity level of 20 V m The resistance level of the Golden Alante is unknown EMI RFI RECOMMENDATIONS e Do not turn on or use hand held personal electronic communication devices such as cellular phones walkie talkies or CB radios while your power chair is turned on e Be aware of any nearby transmitters radio television microwave etc on your intended route and avoid operation your of power chair close to any of those transmitters e Turn off the power if your Alante is going to be in a stationary position for any length of time e Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your power chair may make it more susceptible to EMI RFI e If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so e Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to your Golden Technologies representative or to Golden Technologies A WARNING TURN OFF YOUR POWER CHAIR AS SOON AS IT IS SAFELY POSSIBLE IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS 11 Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SPECIFICATIONS Model Alante GP201SS and GP201CC Weight Joo Base Overall Dimensions Wheel Sizes LULU Seat Dimensions adjustable Footrest 3 7 Inch
32. with applicable federal state or local laws or ordinances Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty registration card We at Golden Technologies Inc would appreciate hearing about your experience with your new Alante Power chair Please mail your warranty card to Golden Technologies Inc Warranty Registration Office 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Stop by our website 24 hours a day www goldentech com Alante GP201 Manual Revised 060208 SAFETY Your Golden Alante M is a battery operated personal mobility vehicle Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it Driving your Alante carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people Note Before learning to operate your Alante have your Golden Technologies Inc representative determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off your Alant and operating it in the presence of an attendant BEFORE getting on your Alante e Check to be certain that the power is turned OFF See Operation section on pag 24 This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the joystick controller and causing injury to you or to others e Check to be certain that your Alante is not in the freewheel mode See the Operation section on page 27 e Flip up the armrests e If your chair is equipped with leg rests move them to the sides e If your chair is equipped with a foot
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