Golden Technologies GP52 Mobility Aid User Manual
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1. Alero GP52 Foldable Power Wheelchair Owner s Manual da O L D F N 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Y Phone 800 624 6374 Fax 800 628 5165 technologies Golden Alero GP5255 Owners Manual Revised 0807 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Alero information below This information will be useful in the event you ever need to contact Golden Technologies Inc concerning your power wheelchair Your Alero Your Golden representative or dealer tte ne Please remember to fill out and send in your Warranty Registration Card Failure to do so may delay or void servicing of your Alero Golden Alero GP5255 Owners Manual Revised 0807 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION coo a e need et Haak 4 SAFET A tule enuuebeeas anna wih ca cuitenesule an eeaeaubaauemutine 5 AA ree er nr een eet E Ren ares ar cee en ere ern ee eee 8 SPECIPICA TIO Soda didas 9 UNPACKRIN Garnica 10 ASSEMBLY ono cose 11 SPECIAL FEATURES ti AS 14 Brake Release Levei uri T 14 WOC IEO E aia 14 AMO rss E E E AS 15 S WII A Way ROO MEM e 16 JOY SUCK Controller aia ad a ac 17 Folde Your AMO iii 18 GENERAL OPERA TION wisisic cet taciusacadut ane siacadet Paceupacedutan a et yasen 20 Charemo Your Batteries id o aaa 20 Driving Out Aleron eii 21 Curbs and Other Small Obstacles aid ii diia 22 SiOpes a d Ram tasas adas tail 22 MAINTENANCE sore 24 Regular MITE ti added wargesmatainosneduues 24 Annual Manene G si a 24 DIAGNOS PICS conside 25 WARRANTY2. 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 ALERO All electrically powered vehicles including power wheelchairs are susceptible to EMI RFI This interference could result in abnormal or unintended movement of your Golden Technologies Alero The FDA has determined that each make and model of power wheelchair 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 The resistance level of the Golden Technologies Alero 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 wheelchair is turned on e Be aware of any nearby transmitters radio television microwave etc on your intended route and avoid operation of your power wheelchair close to any of those transmitters e Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your power wheelchair may make it more susceptible to EMI RFI e If unintended movement
3. with a soft cloth particularly after driving through wet sandy or muddy conditions AN Do not use harsh abrasive materials when cleaning Do not apply liquid cleaners or solvents directly to the control box WARNING battery charger or any electrical connections Keep wheels free from lint hair sand or carpet fibers Check motor connectors joystick connectors and battery connectors for a tight fit and that they are secured properly Make sure there are no frayed or cut wires See a Golden Authorized Dealer if there is any problem 7 Tighten the controller adjustment arm Charge your batteries regularly Make sure the terminals are free of corrosion Remember to always wear gloves when handling any battery 9 Lightly oil axle pin wheel axles and bearings once every three months 10 Check tires for abnormal wear and tear Annual Maintenance 1 Check the controller programmer for the user s needs Check the wheelchair frame Check the upholstery for wear Check the tires for abnormal wear and tear Check the batteries and terminals Check all connectors for secure fits Check all cables for frayed cut or exposed wires oo a A ea a Check the joystick to make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to center when you release it 9 Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage Visually inspect the boot 24 Golden Alero GP5255 Owners Manual Revised 0807 DIAGNOSTICS The PG
4. Gemeente reer nee wry tA tt errs err gue ttre eer tere eee Mer meee rrr eterna mnt 26 REGISTRATION core E 28 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Technologies Alero power wheelchair The Alero combines cutting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today s world Every component of your Alero is produced using extensive research and evaluation to ensure durability reliability and efficiency to surpass industry standards We at Golden Technologies know that you have chosen a power wheelchair 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 Please read understand and follow all of the instructions and suggestions in this manual before you operate your Alero for the first time The safe use of your new power wheelchair is very important and starts with you Your new Alero is user friendly and designed for maximum maneuverability in even the tightest spaces If you feel uncomfortable with your new power wheelchair 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 Alero please contact the home health care dealer you purchased this power wheelchair fro
5. IVE AT A SPEED GREATER THAN YOUR ABILITY AN TO SAFELY CONTROL YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR REMEMBER THAT WET OR LOOSE SURFACES NEED WARNING GREATER CARE AND CONTROL AN AVOID JERKY STOP START MOTIONS THIS MA Y RESULT IN SS INCREASED BATTERY WEAR TIRE WEAR AND THE RAPID WARNING WEARING OF THE MOTOR GEARBOX Curbs and Other Small Obstacles Golden Technologies strongly advises against climbing curbs A or any obstacle over 1 inches in height Failure to adhere to WARNING this advice will increase your chances of tipping and may cause bodily injury or property damage At times you will be faced with situations requiring you to climb or descend a curb or traverse over a small obstacle In order to achieve this safely approach the curb or obstacle head on making sure both front casters go over the curb or obstacle at the same time AN Never traverse a curb or an obstacle at an angle Failure to adhere to this advice will increase your chances of tipping and WARNING may cause bodily injury or property damage Slopes or Ramps AN Never traverse a slope or ramp greater than 6 Failure to adhere to this advice will increase your chances of tipping and WARNING may cause bodily injury or property damage When operating you Alero on slopes or ramps 1t is recommended the user 1 Visually inspect the angle of the slope or ramp is less than 6 degrees 2 Makes sure the slope or ramp 1s wide enough to allow the tires of
6. NOT STAND ON THE FOOT PLATES OF YOUR ALERO NEVER LIFT YOUR ALERO BY THE FOOTRESTS OR ANY OTHER DETACHABLE PART OR ACCESSORY FAILURE TO DO SO MA Y RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Y our Alero is equipped with a joystick controller using proportional drive control This means the further you push the joystick from the neutral position the faster you will go However the top speed you can go is limited by the speed control buttons and the programmed settings of the unit Y our joystick controller has the following features associated with it Use this button to turn your power wheelchair on or off O Press once for on Press again for off Do not use this button to stop your wheelchair except in the case of an Power Button emergency Decrease Speed Increase Speed Pushing this button decreases the speed of your Alero The lights on the speed gauge will decrease with each time you press it signifying Pushing this button decreases the speed of your Alero The lights on the speed gauge will decrease with each time you press it signifying Push this button to operate the horn This is a 10 segment display which indicates your power is on and gives the state of the charged battery The more A segments that are lit the stronger the Battery Gauge battery charge This is a5 segment display which indicates the maximum speed setting Maximum Speed Indicator 17 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manua
7. S cont Armrest cont The arms of your Alero can also be flipped back to aid in transferring in or out of your power wheelchair To flip back the arm disengage the lock by pressing on the locking lever and lift the arm up and back Fig 18 amp Fig 19 NEVER DRIVE YOUR ALERO WHILE THE ARMS ARE FLIPPED UP AND OR BACK DOING SO MAY CAUSE BODILY INJURY WARNING OR PROPERTY DAMGE Swing Away Footrest Your Alero comes standard with swing away footrest These footrests are designed to swing away for easier transfers in and out of your power wheelchair and are detachable for transporting or storing your Alero The foot plates on these footrests are also height adjustable giving you a more comfortable riding experience 1 To swing your footrests to the side of your chair remove calf strap then disengage the locking mechanism on the inside of the footrest extension tube and swing to towards the outside of your power wheelchair Fig 20 2 To detach your footrest swing footrest to outside of your power wheelchair and lift upwards 3 To adjust the height of your foot plates loosen the bolt on the bottom of the foot plate and slide the extension tube and foot plate up or down until you meet the desired height Fig 21 7 Extension Tube Fig 20 Fig 21 16 Golden Alero GP5255 Owner s Manual Revised 0807 Footrest cont A WARNING A WARNING Joystick Controller SPECIAL FEATURES cont DO
8. VSI controller on your Alero will provide you with information should a malfunction happen with your power chair The LED lights on the controller will flash in a certain sequence to inform you of a malfunction If more than one fault exists then the fault having the highest priority 1s indicated All faults disable the controller and require the controller to be turned off then on again 1f the source of the fault is removed 000000000 One Bar BEUUUUUOUU Two Bars BERUUUOUUL Three Bars BEERQUUUUL Four Bars AAA ODO Five Bars AAA ODO Six Bars DARAN OOL Seven Bars DARA AAN Eight Bars AAN Nine Bars Ten Bars The batteries need charging or there is a bad connection to the batteries Check the connection to the batteries If the connections are good charge the batteries The left side motor has a bad connection Check the connections to the left side motor If the connections are good call your Golden Authorized Dealer for service The left side motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Call your Golden Authorized Dealer for service The right side motor has a bad connection Check the connections to the right side motor If the connections are good call your Golden Authorized Dealer for service The right side motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Call your Golden Authorized Dealer for service The wheelchair is being prevented from driving by an external signal The exact cause
9. ces Seat Cushion Calf Strap Fig 1 10 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 ASSEMBLY Your Golden Alero is a fully foldable power wheelchair It has been designed to be assembled with minimal effort or difficulty Should you not understand the procedures outlined below or have difficulty assembling your Alero please contact your Golden Authorized Dealer for assistance 1 Unfold your Alero by holding the two arm rests with your hands and pushing outwards to extend frame Fig 2 2 Push down on seat rails to ensure the seat opens fully and locks into the receivers on the wheelchair side frames Fig 3 Fig 2 Fig 3 3 Raise the folding back and lock it into position Fig 4 4 Attach the bottom of the backrest under the bottom of the seat using the Velcro provided 5 Slide the Power Control Joystick arm into the mounting bracket under the armrest and tighten it The cable should run on the outside of the clothing guard Fig 5 Fig 4 Note The Joystick Controller can be mounted on either side of your power wheelchair We suggest you contact the Golden Authorized Dealer you purchased your Alero from should you wish to change it 11 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 ASSEMBLY cont 6 Connect the motor cables underneath the seat to the motor connectors on the cable coming from the joystick controller The motor connectors and cables are marked left and right Plu
10. e release levers are in the engaged position Fig 12 the battery charger is disconnected you swing your footrest to the side of the chair LYNN NN Carefully transfer into your Alero making sure not to hit the power button a After transferring make sure you are comfortably positioned and the armrests and swing away footrests have been adjusted to suit your needs 3 Position the joystick controller so it is easy to reach This will help to eliminate muscle fatigue during driving 4 The lap positioning belt should be adjusted and fastened before you start to operate your Alero Note Golden Technologies strongly suggests to ALWAYS wear your lap positioning belt The lap positioning belt is a positioning belt only Itis not designed for use as a safety device 21 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 GENERAL OPERATION cont Driving Your Alero cont 5 Turn power on by pushing the power button once Set the speed control of your power wheelchair to slow 6 7 Release the wheel locks 8 Push the joystick gently forward applying a steady even pressure The further you push the joystick the faster the power wheelchair will go To STOP release the joystick so as to return it to the neutral or vertical position 9 Directional control is achieved by gently moving the joystick in the direction you want to go Push to the right to go right push left to go left and pull back to go in reverse NEVER DR
11. e the following warning symbol A WARNING Please pay particular attention to these warnings Doing so will help make riding your Alero a safe and pleasurable experience Operating Safety Adjustment to performance parameters should only be made by healthcare professionals or people fully knowledgeable with this process and the driver s capabilities Improper settings may cause injury to the driver bystanders damage to the power wheelchair or to surrounding property Once the power wheelchair has been set up test the power wheelchair s performance to be sure they match the specifications entered during the set up procedure Should the power wheelchair not perform to specifications turn the power off immediately and enter the specifications again Repeat this process until the power wheelchair performs to desired specifications ALWAYS make sure the power is off when transferring in or out of your power wheelchair ALWAYS engage the wheel locks before entering or exiting your power wheelchair The wheel locks are designed to prevent the power wheelchair from moving It is also preferable to ensure the front casters are in the forward position before transferring With the casters in the forward position the wheelbase of the power wheelchair 1s at its greatest thereby offering more stability When transferring in or out of your power wheelchair ALWAYS keep the distance between the two transfer points to a minimum When transfe
12. ed Warranty For the period of one year in the event if 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 Cross Braces Backrest Canes Foot Riggings 4 Armrests Wheel Locks For the period of one year in the event if 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 in the event if 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 Battery Charger Electronic Controller Wire Harness es 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 For the period of one year in the event if defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following parts fo
13. g in the left to the left and the right to the right A NEVER plug the right motor connector into the left motor and NEVER plug the left motor connector into the right motor Doing so may cause your power wheelchair to operate in an abnormal fashion WARNING This may cause bodily injury or property damage 7 Insert the battery box with the red and black connectors into the battery tray so the connectors face the arm with the Joystick Controller Fig 6 Please note The battery tray 1s designed to fold and unfold with the unit On some units the tray may be stiffer than others and may require you to push down on the middle of the tray to fully open the tray it and fit the battery boxes inside 8 Connect power connection from the battery box black connector to the black connector on the joystick controller Fig 7 Slide battery box forward Fig 6 Fig 7 9 Place the second battery box behind the first battery box and connect the red battery connectors Fig 8 Ensure all connections are secure 10 Slide anti tips into sockets on rear of chair and lock into position Fig 9 Fig 9 12 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 ASSEMBLY cont 11 Next install the swing away footrests Taking one of the footrest align the holes of the hinge plate over the pivot hinge pins on the seat frame above the caster wheels Note you will need to face the locking mechanism forward of the seat post and swive
14. ition by pushing O side of power button Fig 26 Charger Pouch Fig 25 20 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 GENERAL OPERATION cont Charging Your Alero cont 5 Push receiver end of charger cord into charger Fig 27 6 Push plug end of the charger cord into a standard wall outlet 7 Align prongs of charging plug on charger with the holes in the charging socket on front of your Joystick controller and insert charging plug Fig 28 ee Fig 27 Make sure all connections are secure 9 Turn on the charger by pushing the I side of the power button Fig 26 The fan inside the charger should run and the LED s will turn Red Yellow 10 The LED s will turn Red Green when charging has been completed Driving Your Alero If operating for the first time please practice driving your Alero in an open area All power wheelchairs react differently and it is best getting used to how your wheelchair s responds in an area free of obstacles Practice in an open area until you are comfortable operating your Alero Then practice moving around obstacles If you are uncomfortable or not happy with the response of your Alero ask your Golden Authorized Dealer to adjust the programming to a level at which you are comfortable Before sitting in your Alero please make sure the power to your Alero is switched off the wheel locks are in the engaged position Fig 14 the brak
15. l Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURES cont Joystick Controller cont Tires This controls the direction your wheelchair will move Gently push the joystick in the direction you would like to travel The further you push from center or neutral the faster the wheelchair will move Releasing the joystick stops the wheelchair and automatically applies the brakes Joystick Your Alero has been fitted with flat free tires It will not be necessary to check tire pressure You will need to check tire tread for wear Folding Your Alero Your Alero is a fully foldable power wheelchair This feature will help save space when transporting or storing your Alero Please follow the procedures below to fold your Alero l E EN Disconnect and remove both batteries Fold up the footplates on both swing away footrests Unlock the footrest and swing them to the side Remove each footrest and place them clear of the Alero Remove seat cushion and set aside Take hold of the strap in the middle of the seat upholstery Fig 22 Depending on your strength capabilities you may want to use two hands Pull up on the seat upholstery Fig 23 Remove battery charger from its storage pouch on the rear of the seat 18 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURES cont Folding Your Alero cont 9 Release the lock on the seat back and fold down Fig 24 Fig 24 The Alero power chair fold
16. l the footrest inward until it locks in place Repeat with other footrest Fig 10 12 Fasten calf strap to the swing away footrest tubes above the foot plates by using the Velcro provided Fig 11 Locking Mechanism Fig 10 Fig 11 13 Position seat cushion on seat 14 Press power button on joystick controller The LED s should light indicating the power is now on 13 Golden Alero GP5255 Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURES Brake Release Levers For your convenience your Alero is equipped with two brake release levers The brake release lever can be located on the rear of each motor Fig 12 These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the power wheelchair manually AN DO NOT USE YOUR ALERO WHILE THE DRIVE MOTORS ARE DISENGAGED UNLESS YOU ARE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN WARNING ATTENDANT ALERO IS ON AN INCLINE DOING SO MA Y CAUSE THE POWER WHEELCHAIR TO ROLL ON ITS OWN AND MA Y WARNING RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE DO NOT DISENGAGE THE DRIVE MOTORS WHEN YOUR 1 To ENGAGE the brakes on the motors turn the brake release lever rearward Fig 12 2 To DISENGAGE the brakes on the motors turn the brake release lever outward Fig 13 Wheel Locks Wheel locks are fitted to both drive wheels The wheel lock levers are located just in front of the drive wheels Fig 14 Wheel locks should be engaged whenever you transfer in or out of your Alero and or
17. m or contact Golden Technologies technical support services at 800 624 6374 Golden Technologies Inc cannot be held responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from the unsafe or the improper use of any of our broad range of health and personal mobility products Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty registration card We at Golden Technologies Inc would appreciate hearing about your experience with your new Alero power wheelchair Please mail your warranty registration card to Golden Technologies Inc Warranty Registration Office 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Phone 570 451 7477 Fax 570 451 7494 Stop by our website 24 hours a day www goldentech com Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SAFETY Safety is the most important consideration when using your Alero power wheelchair Golden Technologies has taken every consideration to provide you with a safe and reliable power wheelchair It is your responsibility to read and understand these safety instructions before attempting to assemble or operate your power wheelchair Failure to do so may result in personal injury or may cause property damage Your Alero is a battery operated power wheelchair Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it Driving your Alero carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people Please note throughout this manual you will se
18. ng on the plug used with any Golden Technologies product Always use a three prong receptacle or extension cord Use of a two prong outlet or extension cord may result in electrical shock or fire ALWAYS use the appropriate size batteries for your power wheelchair NEVER try to fit larger batteries into the battery cases provided Forcing a larger battery into the cases may cause damage to the battery the battery case or may create a fire hazard NEVER attempt to charge the batteries and operate your power wheelchair at the same time DO NOT attempt to charge the batteries if your power wheelchair has been or is being exposed to moisture DO NOT charge the batteries while sitting in the wheelchair NEVER charge a frozen battery ALWAYS make sure the charger is disconnected before attempting to operate your power wheelchair NEVER modify your power wheelchair in any way that is not authorized by Golden Technologies Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 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
19. or brake release occurs turn your power wheelchair off and remove the key as soon as it is safe to do so e Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Golden Technologies OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS TURN OFF YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR AS SOON AS IT IS SAFE TO DO WARNING SO AN IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS Golden Alero GP5255 Owners Manual Revised 0807 SPECIFICATIONS EAT Seat Width pl standard also available in 16 and 20 widths Seat Seat Depth 16 Seat ee Front 20 Rear 19 3 8 Overall Dimensions Dimensions Length i 24 5 for 16 model 26 5 for 18 Height 39 wei IS Base including controller footrests and nn 86 lbs anti tippers Batteries with cases 2 50 lbs wass SiS Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 UNPACKING After removing your Alero GP52SS power wheelchair from the carton please make sure you have been supplied the following main parts as standard specification 1 A A A A A Main Frame The main frame has the following parts attached Motors Gearboxes Front Casters Rear Drive Wheels Foldable Battery Tray Lap Positioning Belt Foldable Back with Cane Handle Grips Battery Charger pouch Foot Rigging with swing away footrest Battery Boxes with U1 Batteries two pieces Battery Charger off board Controller PG VSI 50 amp Rear Anti Tip Wheels two pie
20. rring in or out of your power wheelchair NEVER stand on the footplates Depending on the style of footplate either swing them away or fold them up before transferring Golden Alero GP5255 Owners Manual Revised 0807 SAFETY cont Operating Safety cont When turning ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are turning NEVER shift your weight in the opposite direction of the turn Doing so may cause your power wheelchair to tip over To maintain lateral stability NEVER reach further than the length of your arm NEVER lean out of the chair as this may cause instability Please practice bending reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional to establish your particular safety limits before using your power wheelchair for the first time NEVER engage or disengage the brake release levers with the power on NEVER sit on your power wheelchair when the brake release levers are disengaged NEVER use an escalator to move your power wheelchair between floors Serious bodily injury may occur NEVER attempt to lift your power wheelchair by any of the removable parts Doing so may result in injury to the people lifting the unit or damage to the power wheelchair ALWAYS remain properly seated when operating your power wheelchair DO NOT carry passengers under any circumstances DO NOT operate your power wheelchair on roads streets or highways ALWAYS reduce the speed of your power wheelchair
21. s easily for storage and transportation 19 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 GENERAL OPERATION Before operating your Alero for the first time we advise you to fully charge your batteries Most batteries are not fully charged when shipped from the manufacturer While in storage batteries can lose some of their charge Charging your batteries will ensure you get peak performance from your Alero from the very first time you use it Charging Your Batteries The battery charger is an automatic current limiting device Itis designed to shut itself down when the batteries are fully charged It is advisable to charge your batteries for a minimum of 10 hours per night to ensure a full return to the batteries storage capacity WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE YOUR ALERO DO NOT PLACE YOUR ALERO NEAR RADIATORS OR OPEN FIREPLACES WHILE CHARGING DO NOT SMOKE OR PERMIT OPEN FLAMES IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA WHILE CHARGING NEVER USE BATTERIES OTHER THAN THE RECOMMENDED TYPE FOR YOUR CHAIR NEVER USE A CHARGER OTHER THAN THE ONE SUPPLIED BY GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES 1 Position your power wheelchair next to a standard wall outlet 2 Make sure power is off there will be no lights lit on controller 3 Remove battery charger and charger cord from storage pouch on the rear of the seat back Fig 25 4 Make sure charger is set to off pos
22. ted 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 sole responsibility of the consumer Consumers are not to return any item s to Golden Technologies without prior written authorization Any damages incurred while watranted 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 Liabilities 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 Zi Golden Alero GP52SS Golden Technologies Product Registration Form Alero 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 28
23. und to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Bearings Rubber Components Plastic Components Bushings excludes tires excludes battery cases 26 Golden Alero GP52SS GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ALERO 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 Bulbs Fuses Upholstery This warranty also excludes the following Batteries Please consult the battery manufacturer for any implied warranty Damage caused by Battery fluid spillage 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 product instructions Acts of God such as lightning strikes earthquakes etc Circumstances beyond the control of Golden Technologies ANY PARTS ALTERED OR REPAIRED BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS YYY VV VVVV WV Warranty Service Warranty Service must be performed by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Golden Technologies reserves the right to replace warran
24. when making turns DO NOT attempt to stop your power wheelchair using your wheel locks Wheel locks are not brakes DO NOT attempt to drive your power wheelchair up or down an incline more than 6 ALWAYS ask for assistance when going up or down inclines of this nature ALWAYS drive up or down inclines on a 90 angle Driving up or down an incline at angles less than 90 may increase tipping and may cause bodily injury or property damage DO NOT back your power wheelchair down an incline or across uneven surfaces ALWAYS lower your speed while driving down inclines to avoid sudden stops or hard braking Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SAFETY cont Operating Safety cont DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles greater than 1 1 2 inches as this may cause your power wheelchair to tip over or cause damage to your power wheelchair DO NOT back down a curb or step NEVER operate your power wheelchair without the provided anti tippers Failing to do so may increase your chances of tipping over while operating your power wheelchair NEVER sit in your power wheelchair while it is being transported DO NOT leave your power wheelchair out in adverse weather such as rain or snow DO NOT leave your power wheelchair in a damp area such as a shower or bathroom for any extended period of time Excessive exposure to dampness may cause your power wheelchair to malfunction DO NOT cut or remove the grounding pro
25. when the wheelchair is stationary NEVER ENGAGE YOUR WHEEL LOCKS WHILE OPERATING i Y YOUR ALERO YOUR ALERO IS EQUIPPED WITH A BRAKING SYSTEM AND THE WHEEL LOCKS ARE NOT TO BE USED AS A WARNING SUBSTITUTE FOR THESE BRAKES 14 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURES cont Wheel Locks cont 1 To ENGAGE your wheel locks push the hand lever forward as shown below Fig 14 2 To DISENGAGE your wheel locks push the hand lever rearward as shown below Fig 15 Please note Wheel Locks can be adjusted as tire wear increases To adjust your wheel locks loosen the frame mounting clamp and slide the wheel lock upward Retighten the frame mounting clamp while the wheel lock engages to the correct position Please contact your Golden Authorized Dealer should you need assistance Armrest Your Alero is equipped with a height adjustable armrest with a clothing guard Adjustment of the armrest is facilitated by the use of a lock pin Simply pull the lock pin and adjust the arm accordingly Fig 16 Release the lock pin making sure the pin engages into one of the height adjustment holes on the arm s frame The Joystick Controller length can be adjusted for more comfort Loosen the thumb screw under the arm and adjust the length accordingly Once a comfortable length has been achieved retighten the thumb screw Fig 17 15 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURE
26. will depend on the type of wheelchair you have one possibility is the battery charger is connected A joystick fault is indicated Make sure the joystick is in the center position before switching on the control system A control system fault is indicated Make sure all connections are secure The parking brakes have a bad connection Check the parking brake and motor connections Make sure the control system connections are secure An excessive voltage has been applied to the control system This 1s usually caused by a poor battery connection Check battery connections Note If you detect there are problems with the motors the battery charger the controller or damage to the power wheelchair frame it is highly recommended you contact your local Authorized Golden Dealer 25 Golden Alero GP52SS GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ALERO The following is granted only to the INITIAL CONSUMER who has purchased our product and COMMENCES on the Date of Purchase by the Consumer from the Merchant The Consumer must have a warranty registration card filed with Golden Technologies to receive service Three Year Limited Warranty For the period of three years in the event if 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 Side Chair Frame One Year Limit
27. your wheelchair to pass freely along the ramp 22 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 GENERAL OPERATION cont Slopes or Ramps cont 3 Makes sure the ramp is free of any debris or obstacles that may interfere with the safe passage of your power wheelchair If the slope or ramp meets the above conditions it is recommended the user approaches the ramp at a reduced speed and head on Once on the slope or ramp the user should maintain a constant but safe speed over the entire length of the slope or ramp If the ramp does not meet the above conditions the user should ask for help from an assistant or find a safer but alternate route 23 Golden Alero GP52SS Owner s Manual Revised 0807 MAINTENANCE Your Alero needs some basic attention to ensure it provides reliable service We recommend your power wheelchair is checked regularly for maintenance requirements and also receives a thorough annual check up by your Golden Authorized Dealer Regular Maintenance 1 Make sure power is off before performing any maintenance 2 Check the joystick to make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to center when you release it See a Golden Authorized Dealer if there is any problem 3 Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage Visually inspect the boot Do not handle or try to repair it See a Golden Authorized Dealer if there is any problem 4 Keep the upholstery and frame clean by wiping
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