Safety - Golden Technologies Golden Companion GC240 Owner's Manual

Please use your Golden Companion scooter often and allow it to expand the horizons of your
daily life. The more mobility your Golden Companion brings to you, the happier you will be,
and the more satisfied we at Golden Technologies, Inc. will be! But as with all things,
especially motor operated vehicles, observing a few rules and safety considerations will help
ensure safe scooter operation. So please follow the rules below.
Please
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RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONS
MANDATORY! Read completely and understand this owner's manual before assembling,
operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Companion.
Always come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse or from reverse to
forward.
Do not operate your Companion where you could not safely or legally walk.
Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.
Always cross streets at intersections and use crosswalks or the most direct route, making
sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic.
Never drive your Companion up or down a step or curb that is higher than the ground
clearance to the transaxle/motor listed on the specifications page.
Never back up or down a step or curb.
Do not operate or store your scooter where it will be exposed to rain, snow, mist, and below
freezing temperatures.
Do not drive your Companion on slippery, icy or salted surfaces.
Do not climb ramps or curbs that exceed your scooter's capacity.
Always approach curbs and inclines straight on.
Always turn on your scooter's lights when operating near traffic, at night, and in any poorly
lit area.
Always be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points especially when assembling and
disassembling your scooter.
Never sit on your Companion when it is being transported.
Always fasten down your Companion securely with an approved tie-down system while
transporting your scooter.
Never operate your Companion if it is not functioning properly.
Always use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass, gravel. Also use
caution on decks where there is no railing.
Never operate your Companion while you are under the influence of alcohol.
Do not attempt to use your Companion on an escalator. Always use an elevator.
Do not carry passengers under any circumstances.
Do not mount or dismount your Golden Companion unless the brake is engaged.
Always make sure that the key switch is set to "Off" before mounting or dismounting your
scooter.
Do not back your Golden Companion down an incline or across an uneven surface.
Do not turn your scooter suddenly at full speed.
 Always make sure the seat is locked in the forward position before operating your
Companion.
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