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Golden Technologies GP52 User Manual

Alero GP52 Foldable Power Wheelchair
Owner’s Manual
401 Bridge Street · Old Forge, PA 18518 Phone: 800-624-6374 · Fax: 800-628-5165
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:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Additional Options:
Your Golden representative or dealer:
Company Name:
Address:
Phone:
Please remember to fill out and send in your Warranty Registration Card. Failure to do so may delay or void servicing of your Alero.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………..........
SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………...
EMI/RFI…………………………………………………………………………...
SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………………………………….
UNPACKING……………………………………………………………………...
ASSEMBLY……………………………………………………………………….
SPECIAL FEATURES…………………………………………………………...
Brake Release Levers………………………………………………………….. Wheel Locks…………………………………………………………………… Armrest………………………………………………………………………… Swing-Away Footrest………………………………………………………….. Joystick Controller……………………………………………………………... Folding Your Alero…………………………………………………………….
GENERAL OPERATION………………………………………………………..
Charging Your Batteries……………………………………………………….. Driving Your Alero…………………………………………………………….
Curbs and Other Small Obstacles………………………………………............
Slopes and Ramps………………………………………………………............
MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………............
Regular Maintenance…………………………………………………………...
Annual Maintenance………………………………………………………........
DIAGNOSTICS……………………………………………………………….......
WARRANTY………………………………………………………………...........
REGISTRATION…………………………………………………………............
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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 from 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
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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 see the following warning symbol:
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 is 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 transferring 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.
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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 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 60. ALWAYS ask for assistance when going up or down inclines of this nature.
ALWAYS drive up or down inclines on a 90
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may increase tipping and may cause bodily injury or property damage.
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angle. Driving up or down an incline at angles
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.
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SAFETY (cont.)
Operating Safety (cont.)
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles greater than 1 ½ 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 prong 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.
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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 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
• 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.
• 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.
• Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your power wheelchair
may make it more susceptible to EMI / RFI.
• If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your power wheelchair off and
remove the key as soon as it is safe to do so.
• Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Golden Technologies.
IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS TURN OFF
WARNING!
YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR AS SOON AS IT IS SAFE TO DO SO.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Alero – GP52SS Seat Dimensions
Seat Width Seat Depth 16”
Seat Height Front – 20” ; Rear – 19 3/8”
Overall Dimensions
Length
Width Height 39”
Weight
Base – including controller, footrests and
anti- tippers
Batteries – with cases (2) 50 lbs
Battery Type Load Capacity
18” standard; also available in 16” and 20” widths
47” for 16” and 18” models, 49” for 20” model
24.5” for 16” model, 26.5” for 18” model and 28.5 for 20” model
86 lbs
(2) U1 250 lbs
Maximum Speed Range Turning Radius Wheel Sizes
Rear Drive Wheels 12.5” foam filled Front Caster Wheels 8” foam filled Anti-Tip Wheels 1.5” solid
Maximum Obstacle Height Maximum Safe Incline Controller Charger Drive Train
3.7 mph 20 miles
29.5”
1.5” (in upright seat position) 6 degrees PG VSI 50 amp Off-board, Portable Rear Wheel, 24V DC Motors
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