Golden Technologies LitewayTM Bedienungsanleitung

O wner ’ s Manual 401 Bridge Street • Old Forge, P A 18518 • Phone: 800-624-6374 • Fax: 800-628-5165 • www .goldentech.com L TEW Y ™[...]

Owner ’ s Manual and Service Record Keep this manual in a safe place This document contains the information required to familiarize yourself with the vehicle. Complete all the information within this document. If any information is not clear contact your Dealer immediately . This document must remain with the vehicle throughout its use. NOTICE Al[...]

Contents I ntroduction ................................................................................ 4-5 Safety ......................................................................................... 6-9 Intended use ................................................................................ 10 EMI ........................................[...]

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Liteway ™ scooter! The Liteway combines cut- ting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today’s world. W e at Golden T echnologies know that you have chosen a scooter that will give you years of dependable operation and will also enhance the quality of your [...]

Y our Golden Liteway ™ is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your Liteway carefully and thoughtfully will help en- sure your personal safety and the safety of other people. Note: Before learning to operate your Liteway , have your Golden T echnologies represen[...]

DRIVING ON AN INCLINE • For maximum stability , lean forward in your Liteway ™ seat while proceeding up ramps, slopes, curbs, or any low rise. • Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access ramps. • Always climb or descend a gradient by driving straight up or straight down the face of the slope. • Do n[...]

RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERA TIONS MEDICA TION 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 Liteway ™ . Also check with your physician con- cerning your physical ability to operate a scooter . W AR N I NG : D O NO T C ON N E CT O R[...]

RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERA TIONS • Read completely and understand this owner ’s manual before assembling, operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Liteway ™ . • Always operate your Golden Liteway with thought, care and safety . • Do not attempt to use your Liteway on an escalator . Always use in an elevator . ?[...]

© 2006 Golden T echnologies, Inc. No liability is assumed with respect to the use of any information contained in this publication. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication Golden T echnologies assumes no responsibility for errors of omissions nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of in[...]

Intended use of the vehicle This vehicle is designed to help any person that is capable of driving a motorized scooter (up to the maximum recommended weight) who requires a lightweight scooter that can be transported in the trunk of a car . T o achieve compact dimensions requires small wheels and these are not suitable for climbing large curbs or o[...]

Safety Information Information Regarding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) This section contains information on the possible effects of electromagnetic interference to your vehicle . EMI refers to the effects electromagnetic energy might have on the control systems of your vehicle. The interference could cause the brakes to release, the vehicle to[...]

Liteway ™ Operation Before driving your vehicle it is important to familiarize yourself with the controls. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle before reading the rest of this manual. Horn 12 Slow Fast Battery Level Speed Control Dial Red indicator light See battery indicator page 14 Ignition key Golden Liteway GL-100 Owner ’s Manual Revised 1 1[...]

Controls – Driving Controls/Accelerator Finger/Thumb control The Liteway ™ is equipped with the unique feature of nger/thumb control. This allows you to operate the accelerator using either your thumb or nger , whichever is more comfortable. T o operate, turn on the ignition. Finger Control: pull in the right hand lever and the machine mo[...]

Dashboard Controls/Description Description of Dashboard Controls Battery Indicator: This instrument shows the level of charge in the batteries. When in the green area the batteries are fully charged. When in the yellow area the batteries need recharging and when in the red area the batteries urgently need recharging. Note: When the vehicle is climb[...]

Freewheel Device SAFETY INFORMA TION When the vehicle is switched off the brakes are automatically engaged. This is called “failsafe braking”. If the batteries are at, the same thing happens. There may be occasions where you may wish to move the vehicle without power . T o do this there is a freewheel device tted. The freewheel device all[...]

Freewheel Device/Brakes SAFETY INFORMA TION Push the lever forward to enable the vehicle to be moved without power . NE VE R s it o n t he ve hi c le w i th th e l ev er in this position. P ul l t he le ver b ack t o t he up rig ht po sit io n. The brake is in the ON position. This is the normal operating position and the vehicle will only operate [...]

Seat Adjustment Armrest Adjustment When getting seated on the scooter lift the arm rest up. When riding always have the armrest in the down position. If you require more room in the width of the seat undo the black knobs as shown. Slide the armrests in or out to suit. T ighten both knobs to clamp. (One on each armrest) Check the knobs for tightness[...]

Swivel Seat Optional swivel seat This option allows easy access on and of f the vehicle. 1. T o o per ate l oca te th e r ele ase l eve r u nd er the seat. 2. Push the lever forward as shown and the seat will release allowing it to rotate. 3. Rel ea se the l eve r a nd th e s eat w ill lo ck au to- matically . W arning 1. Do not use this device if [...]

T iller Adjustment The tiller adjustment, sometimes known as the handlebar adjustment, allows you to alter the angle of the tiller to suit your driving style or to fold the tiller down for transporting. The t ill er is no w f re e t o m ove . Mov e t he ti lle r to the de si red po si tio n and tighten the clamp. As you tighten the clamp gently roc[...]

T ransporting Y our Scooter T o transport your scooter you may need to dismantle it. Follow these step by step instructions Step 1: Preparation 1. T urn off the ignition and remove key . 2. Fold down the backrest and lift off the seat. 3. Pull the seat upwards and it will release. 4. When assembling the seat make sure the seat is located correctly [...]

T ransporting Y our Scooter Step 4: Remove the Battery T o r em ove t he ba tte ry (b lac k bo x l oc ate d at th e rea r of th e sco ote r) , pul l the hand le up war ds and t h i s wi ll r e l e a s e t h e lo ck a u t o m a ti ca l ly . T h e b a t t e ry will slide out. Remove the battery com- pletely . Be careful this part will be heavy . Step[...]

T ransporting The V ehicle T o make the vehicle lighter for lifting it is possible to remove the transaxle or rear wheel assembly . At the rear of the vehicle are two bars. Locate the lower bar and pull it towards you. This releases the lock. With your other hand lift the frame out of the assembly (circled). Step 5: Removing the transaxle or rear w[...]

T ransporting The V ehicle The vehicle is shown fully dismantled for transportation. The transaxle is now separated from the frame. When lifting the unit use the bar to lift (ar- rowed). Be careful this part is heavy . Make sure the contacts are not damaged (circled). 23 Golden Liteway GL-100 Owner ’s Manual Revised 1 1/06[...]

When assembling the vehicle after transporting rst assemble the transaxle or rear wheel as- sembly . Place the assembly as shown next to the frame. The fork has to locate into the pins as shown. The pins are marked in red. Assemble the remaining sections in reverse order of dismantling. SAFETY NOTICE Lift the frame over the forks. Line up the pi[...]

Battery Charging The charging socket is located in the rear of the battery box. Slide away the protec- tive cover and push in the round silver plug. When the vehicle is charged remove the plug check the protective cover is set in the closed position. This keeps water out. The battery charger has a small LED light as shown. When the charger is conne[...]

Battery Charging Correct battery charging prolongs the life of your batteries. Connection Instructions When you receive your vehicle the batteries are only partially charged – fully charge before use preferably over night. 1. Place your machine in an area that is dry and well ventilated. Make sure a 1 10/120 volt outlet is nearby . 2. Check that [...]

The batteries are the lifeblood of your vehicle. Their characteristics can change depending on charging, temperature, usage and other factors. Listed below are guidelines to prolong their life. Charging Y our Batteries 1. After using your vehicle always charge it at the end of the day even after a short journey . 2. If you do not use your vehicle f[...]

Simple Maintenance A qualied technician should perform all necessary maintenance. Unfortunately they cannot be there at all times. Items you should check on a daily/weekly basis: Daily 1. Visually check the machine for damage. 2. Visually check the tires for damage. The tires are maintenance free and do not require inating. 3. Check the steer[...]

T roubleshooting Guide This table is a guide to fault nding. The fault may be a simple x. If you have any doubts contact your dealer . Symptom • Unit does not move. Check: Does the battery level indicator work when the ignition is switched on? • Steering is loose when driven. Check: Have you hit a curb or obstacle hard? Are the handlebars[...]

Additional Safety Information Carrying Weight on the V ehicle Handlebars – Do not carry or attach anything to the handlebars. Anything attached to the handlebars will affect the control of the vehicle. Floor Area – Use the under seat basket for storage only . Do not use the oor area. Other Items – Only t approved products or accessories[...]

Driving The V ehicle Read this before driving the vehicle! Whether or not this is your rst mobility vehicle, read these guidelines as all vehicles differ . Failure to do this may cause damage to yourself, a third party or the vehicle. 1. Check the weather forecast. Make sure you are wearing suitable clothing, whether your jour- ney is long or sh[...]

Diagnostics System Any fault condition of the controller or scooter will cause the “Power on/diagnostics” LED to ash. The LED light located on the faceplate of the scooter will tell you about the problem in how if ashes. LE D Fl a s he s 1 t i me , pa u s e, 1 t i me , an d pa u s e. Ba t t er y n e e ds r ec h a rg i n g o f b a d c o nn[...]

Driving The V ehicle – Hazards Read this before driving the vehicle Failure to do this may cause damage to yourself, a third party or the vehicle. Getting on and off the vehicle: Stop the vehicle on a at area. T urn off the ignition and remove the key . Make sure you get off the vehicle in a safe area. Curbs and Obstacles: Do not ride up curbs[...]

How do I clean the vehicle? Use a sponge and soapy water . Rinse off with water . Do not use a hose. What happens if I have a problem with the vehicle? With any problem you will have to call your dealer . Y our dealer is there to help you but they can only do this if you give them as much information as possible. Remember correct information will g[...]

How long will my batteries last and what range can I expect? Battery life and range depend on many things but a rough guide to batteries are: • Keep them charged, do not let the batteries run completely at. If they are at charge them up. • The life of a battery depends upon the number of cycles the battery goes through. • If you carry o[...]

If you lose your Owner ’s Manual replacement copies are available from: Golden T echnologies 401 Bridge Street Old Forge, P A 18518 T elephone: 800-624-6374 If in doubt contact the dealer . For Information regarding other Golden T echnologies products contact your dealer or log on to the Golden T echnologies Website www .goldentech.com Additional[...]

W arranty Lifetime W arranty The lifetime warranty includes the structural frame components listed below . • Main metal frame • Rear frame • Fork • Seat post • Frame welds T wo Y ear W arranty The following parts are covered by Golden T echnologies two year warranty • Battery charger • Controller One Y ear Warranty • Drive train Thi[...]

This section covers maintenance. 1. This vehicle is designed for minimum maintenance. However it is recommended that a competent t ec hni cia n ser vic e the ve hic le on ce a yea r . If the ve hi cle is u sed co ns tan tly we r eco mme nd a twi ce yearly maintenance. 2. Make sure the technician stamps this manual on completion for all servicing ca[...]

CHECKLIST • Initial diagnostic road test • Wheel bearings wear and lubricate • Wheel alignment • Speed dial works correctly • Wear or damage to tires or wheels • Bodywork xtures • Throttle play and adjustment • Battery box contacts and release mechanism • Steering bearing (adjust as required) • Seat mounting • Revolving sea[...]

Important T echnical Information Regarding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) The intensity of interference from electromagnetic energy is measured in volts per meter (v/m), which refers to the strength of the electrical source (voltage) as it relates to the distance away from the object being considered (in meters). Resistance of a scooter/wheelch[...]

T echnical Specication Model: ............................................................................................................................... GL-100 Length: .................................................................................................................................... 41” Width: ............................[...]

Please mail this document to: Golden T echnologies, Inc. W arranty Registration Ofce 401 Bridge Street Old Forge, P A 18518 Please ll in your Liteway ™ information below . This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden T echnologies concerning your scooter . Model __________ Serial Number _________________[...]

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