Golden Technologies GA 531 manual

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Model GA 531 Model GA 541 Y O U R L I F E I N M O T I O N 401 Bridge Street, Old Forge, PA 18518 Tel: 800-624-6374 Fax: 570-451-7494 www.goldentech.com[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Your Avenger ™ package should include the followi ng items. If your package arrived without any of the following items, please contact us right away! 1) Owners Manual 2) Battery Charger 3) Batteries (If ordered) 4) Seat Arm Rests 5) Keys 6) Avenger ™ Scooter DISCLAIMER Golden Technologies, Inc. is[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CONTENTS ________________________________________ I. Introduction…………………………………………………… 4 II. Safety………………………………………………………….. 6 III. EMI/RFI………………………………………………………… 9 IV. Your Gol[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Avenger ™ scooter! The Avenger ™ 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 scooter that will give you years of dependable oper[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Your Golden Avenger ™ is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your Avenger ™ carefully and thoughtfully wi ll help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people. Note: Before learning to operate your[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 SAFETY DRIVING ON AN INCLINE • For maximum stability, lean forward in your Avenger ™ seat while proceeding up ramps, slopes, curb s, 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 strai[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 SAFETY Note: When using either of the fo llowing procedures to back down a slope, Golden Technologies strongly advises t hat you have the assistance of another person. Procedure 1 1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See “Operation” section. 2. Dismount your Avenger ™ . 3. Put your s[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 SAFTEY RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS • Read completely and understand this owner’s manual before assembling, operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Avenger ™ . • Always operate your Golden Avenger ™ with thought, care and safety. • Do not attempt to use your [...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 EMI / RFI The rapid development of electronics, es pecially in the area of communications, has saturated our environment with elec tromagnetic (radio) waves that are emitted by television transmitters, ce llular phones, citizen’s band radios (CBs) amateur radios (AM radios), wireless computers links[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 SCOOTER INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR RECORDS: Please fill in your Avenger ™ information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contac t Golden Technologies concerning your scooter. Model _____________________ Serial Number _____________________ Date of Purchase __________[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INFORMATION Specification Name Three-wheel model Four-wheel model Length 51.5” 57.5” Width 24.5” 24.5” Tires Pneumatic Pneumatic Front 10”x3.5” 13”x4” Rear 13”x4” 13”x4” Weight Capacity 500 pounds 500 pounds Maximum Speed 7.5 mph 7.5 mph Ground Clearanc[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 AVENGER ™ OPERATION TruCharge Meter Emergency Flashers (Reverse) Thumb Lever (Forward) Hand Controls Speed Adjustment Dial The speed adjustment dial allows you to pre-select the maximum top speed of your Golden Avenger ™ . • Turn the dial completely counterclo ckwise to operate your scooter at t[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 OPERATION When the power to your Avenger ™ is turned on the Tr uCharge volt meter/ diagnostics gauge will illuminat e. This gauge is used for battery condition and diagnosing operational problem s that may arise. See “Diagnostics” section. Horn Button Press this button to sound the horn. Thumb L[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 OPERATION The TruCharge volt meter/ diagnostics gauge. This meter shows the amount of voltage in your Avenger ™ batteries and is also the diagnostics gauge. • 10 bars lit indicates full battery charge. • 6 or 7 bars lit, charge your batteries. Note: Your scooter will automatically turn it self o[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 OPERATION SEAT CONTROLS Armrest Height Adjustments can be made by removing the 2 screws on the back of the armrest and raising to a comfortable position and resetting the screws. The armrest can be raised 3” and by replacing only 1 screw. You can raise the armrest and replace both screws. Y ou will [...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 RIDING YOUR AVENGER ™ MOUNTING Note: For you first driving sessions, make certain that your Golden Avenger ™ starts out on a level surface and that y ou will continue driving on a level surface. To get on Your Avenger ™ 1. Stand behind your Avenger ™ 2. Make certain that the brake hand le is i[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 b. If you wish to drive in reverse, position your left thumb on the left thumb lever and push forward. 6. Press against the thumb lever to gently accelerate your Avenger ™ . 7. Release the lever to allow your Avenger ™ to come gently to a full stop. 8.Practice these two basic functions unt il you [...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 RIDING YOUR AVENGER™ Control through tight spots As you use your Avenger ™ to increase your mob ility, you will undoubtedly encounter some obstacles that will requi re practice to negotiate smoothly and safely. Below are some common obstacles that you may meet during the daily use of your scooter.[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 RIDING YOUR AVENGER™ When proceeding up any ramp, curb, or incline: • Lean forward in your seat to move your center of gravity forward for maximum stability and safety. If the ramp has a switchback, good cornering ability is required. • Maneuver your scooter so that the front wheels take wide sw[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DISASSEMBLY Your Avenger ™ scooter is designed to be disassembled in order to be transported. When disassembling your Avenger ™ , please be sure to follow these simple instructions. Step 1 - Place your scooter on a level surface. You will be disengaging your brake during disassembly; ther efore it[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DISASSEMBLY Step 4 - Remove the battery cover – This will give you access to the batteries, wire connections, and the main connection pin. Step 5 - Unplug the following connections (see photos on the following pages). 1. Unplug the two gray battery connectors. 2. Undo the two Velcro retainin g strap[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DISASSEMBLY Step 5, Number 2: Undo the two Velcro retaining straps and remove the batteries. Step 5, Number 3: Unplug the large white main cable connector. Step 5, Number 4: Unplug the small white charger connector. Step 5, Number 5: Unplug the gray rear lights connector.[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DISASSEMBLY Step 6: Remove the safety retaining clip from the ball detent pin and pull the pin out. Step 7: With one hand, grab the top of the seat post, with your other hand grab the curved rear support member. Lift and separate front half from rear.[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DISASSEMBLY WARNING: DO NOT SIT ON YOUR AVENGE R UNLESS THE BALL DETENT PIN IS INSERTED AND THE RETAINING CLIP IS RE-INSTALLED IN THE BALL DETENT PIN. WARNING: BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGER(S) BETWEEN FRAME HALVES DURING RE-ASSEMBLY. ASSEMBLE IN RE VERSE ORDER. Now you are ready to load the scoo[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 ASSEMBLING YOUR AVENGER ™ Summary Sheet Before you begin to assemble your Av enger, make certain you have all of the parts in front of you, including the seat with armrests attached, the front component, rear component, and battery pac k. Below are instructions with photos of how to assemble your Av[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 ASSEMBLING YOUR AVENGER ™ Additional Steps to Re-assembling your Avenger™: Once you’ve joined the front and rear components and connected the ball detent pin, you must: 1. Install the battery pack in the proper location. 2. Connect the motor, brake, battery and charger connections. 3. Replace th[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Transporting Your AVENGER™ Note : Avenger ™ scooters can be equipped wit h docking devices for loading into/onto a vehicle by means of mechani cal lift or hoist. Golden Technologies does not sell this lifting equipment, howev er you may contact your local home health care dealer for mo re informat[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM TruCharge Battery Display Diagnostics NOTE: When the display is down to two (2) bars, the batteries must be charged before driving your Avenger.™ Fault Type Description Bars Self Help Guide 1 Show if reaching low voltage 1 bar The battery needs charging or there is a bad connectio[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Main Circuit Breaker The 50-amp circuit breaker and exposed reset button AreA located under the battery cover. The button is visable through the battery cover. If your Avenger ™ fails to operate, your main circuit breaker may have tripped. WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT ELECTRICAL REPA[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 NOTE: If the main circuit breaker cont inues to trip, there is an underlying electrical fault that needs professional attention. Please contact your local Golden Technologies Dealer. Note: Do not reset your main circuit breaker repeatedly. Y ou must correct the underlying problem. Failure to correct t[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Wheels and Tires Your Avenger ™ scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires with “split-rim” wheels. WARNING: NEVER DISASSEMBL E WHEELS UNLESS ALL OF THE AIR HAS BEEN RELEASED THROUGH VALVE STEMS. How to change a tire assembly: 1. Remove the center nut. 2. Remove the tire assem[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Charger and Batteries To Charge the Batteries: 1. Make certain your key is in the “OFF” position. 2. Remove charger fr om pouch on the back of the seat. 3. Plug the charger AC cord into a working electric outlet and the 3-pin DC plug into the back of the tiller Note: A red and[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE BATTERIES USED ON YOUR S COOTER HOLD A SUBST ANTI AL AMOUNT OF POWER. SHORTING OF THE TER MINALS CAN RESULT IN BURNS OR OTHER INJURIES AND IN DAMAGE TO THE BATTERIES AND TO THE ELECTRO NIC COMPONENTS OF YOUR AVENGE R. ALWAYS USE CARE AN D CAUTION WHE N HANDLING THE BA[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 CARE AND MAINTENANCE If the battery terminals become corroded: • Corrosion can cause a poor electrical connection and operational problems. • Clean corroded battery terminals with a stiff brush and a solution of baking soda and water. CLEANING YOUR AVENGER ™ Tires • Clean the tires with ordina[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Consumer Limited Warranty Scooters Effective June 1, 2008 The following warran t y is gr anted only to the INITIAL Consumer who has purchased our product and c ommences on the Date of Purchase by the Consumer from an Authorized Golden Technologies’ Provide r. The Consumer must have a w arranty regis[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Consumer Limited Warranty Scooters (continued) One-Year Limited Warranty: For the period of one year fr om the date of pu rchase, in the event of defect ive materials or workmanship, Gol den Technologies will repair or replace at our option any of the following parts found to be defective by an auth o[...]

Avenger Ow ner’s Manual Rev i s e d 06/04/ 08 Scooter Warranty Card Please mail this document to: Golden Technologies, Inc. Warranty Registration Office 401 Bridge Street Old Forge, PA 18518 Please fill in your Avenger ™ information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies concerning [...]

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