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Golden Compass HD GP620 SS Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
 
Compass HD
™
                                                                         
Heavy-duty Center-Wheel Drive Power Chair
GP620 SS/GP620 CC
 
 
                                                                                                      401 Bridge Street, Old Forge PA 18518 
                                                                                                      Tel: (800) 624‐6374 Fax: (800) 628‐5165 
                                                                                                      www.goldentech.com 

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  • Page 1   Owner’s Manual   Compass HD ™                                                                           Heavy-duty Center-Wheel Drive Power Chair GP620 SS/GP620 CC                                                                                                           401 Bridge Street, Old Forge PA 18518                                                                                                        Tel: (800) 624‐6374 Fax: (800) 628‐5165                                                                                                        www.goldentech.com ...
  • Page 3 We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new Golden Compass HD. Golden Technologies, Inc. is not and cannot be held responsible for any damage or injury incurred due to improper or unsafe use of the Golden Compass HD GP620, power chair. Golden Technologies, Inc. specifically disclaims responsibility for any bodily injury or property damage that may occur during any use that does not comply with applicable federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Intended Use: The intended use of the Compass HD power wheelchair is to provide mobility to adults, limited to a sitting position and have the capability to operate a simple hand control. CONTENTS   INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………………………………………… 4‐5       SAFETY..............………......

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty registration card on page 35. We at Golden Technologies, Inc. would appreciate hearing about the dependability of your Compass HD™...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES for the Compass HD POWER CHAIR: A variety of accessories are available for your Golden Compass HD power chair. Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Provider for more information or to order. • Cane Holder Tube • Walker Holder •...

  • Page 7: Safety

    MANDATORY! Read and follow the owner’s manual before operating your power chair. NOTE: Before learning to operate your Compass HD™, have your Golden Technologies, Inc. representative determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off your Compass HD™...
  • Page 8 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 Compass HD™. Do not connect or allow anyone except an authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. representative to connect any electrical or mechanical device to your Compass HD™.
  • Page 9 Never sit on your power chair when it is in freewheel mode and on an incline or  decline. Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Golden  Technologies. Do not disassemble the tire. If disassembly is required, have your authorized Golden ...
  • Page 10 WHEELCHAIR USING THE SEAT BACKREST FOR SUPPORT DURING TRANSFER. THE SEAT BACK MAY FOLD DOWN AND MAY CAUSE YOU TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE AND COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Golden Technologies, Inc. CONNECT...

  • Page 11: Emi/Rfi

    If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon  as it is safe to do so. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to your Golden  representative or to Golden Technologies, Inc. at (800) 624-6374.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    1. Battery range at maximum weight capacity and will vary due to rider weight, drive surface, terrain, and battery type. 2. Electronics warranty excludes batteries. Literature is current at the time of printing. Golden Technologies reserves the right to make changes to the product or literature at any time.

  • Page 13: Assembly

    You will need only basic tools. If you do not have the required tools, or if you do not feel capable of safely assembling your power chair, please contact your local Golden Technologies, Inc. representative. Main Compo-nents 1. Frame with power module, controller cable & connectors for battery cables 2.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY     JOYSTICK INSTALLATION 1. Position the joystick on the joystick bracket. Match the holes in the joystick with the holes in the bracket. See figure 1. 2. Insert the 4 Allen head screws with lock washers through the bracket and into the holes in the joystick.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION The standard (20 x 20) seat assembly weighs about 51 pounds. Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight. Removal of arms will significantly reduce the weight of seat. Be sure the seat is correctly installed and locked before operating your power chair.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY     Accessing the batteries        After removing the seat, locate the (2) “Battery Box Cover Locks”. Depress both locks and lift the cover.   Note: On the inside of the battery box cover there is a battery connection di- agram...
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLY BATTERY INSTALLATION The batteries weigh 37 pounds each. Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight. Battery Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform assembly or disassembly.

  • Page 18: Comfort Settings

      You may be spending a great deal of time on your Compass HD™. To provide you with the maximum seating comfort, Golden Technologies, Inc. has designed this power chair to incorporate the following adjustments for operator comfort. COMFORT SETTINGS 1.
  • Page 19 COMFORT SETTINGS Adjusting the seat with a front to rear angle       Bottom of Seat         Seat Guide   Adjusting Bolts                   Loosen seat guide adjusting bolts using a 6mm Allen wrench provided in the charger bag and a pair of pliers or a 13mm open end wrench.
  • Page 20 COMFORT SETTINGS HEADREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Push and then release the clamp on the left post of the headrest while you are pulling up or pushing down on the head rest. See figure 10. 2. The headrest will “click” to a stop in one of the preset positions. 3.
  • Page 21 COMFORT SETTINGS FOOTREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 1. Fold the footrest upward for easy access to the angle adjustment bolt. See figure 12. 2. Use a wrench to turn the adjustment bolt counter-clockwise to increase the footrest angle. 3. Use a wrench to turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease the footrest angle. Footrest Angle Adjustment Bolt Figure 12...
  • Page 22 COMFORT SETTINGS EXTENDING THE FOOTREST Refer to the pictures below. 1. Insert a 5mm Allen wrench from the top side into the (2) adjustment screws. 2. Place a 10mm wrench on the backside onto the (2) nuts and loosen the (2) footrest adjustment screws.
  • Page 23 COMFORT SETTINGS Joystick Joystick   Holder Bracket               Armrest Height   Joystick Position Adjustment Knob Set Screw Figure 14 Figure 15 Armrest Width Adjustment Knobs Figure 16 ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Loosen “Armrest Height Adjustment Knob” (Figure 14) until you can pull it outward. Note: The knob is retained in its housing with a spring.
  • Page 24 MANDATORY! Read and follow the owner’s manual. Your Compass HD™ is simple to operate. However, for your safety and the safety of others, Golden Technologies, Inc. recommends that you carefully read and understand the following operating instructions. We also recommend that you practice operating your Compass HD™...
  • Page 25 OPERATION DRIVING: Joystick Power On/Off Button To turn on the power to your Compass HD™, press the power button. If the system is healthy, the Status indicator (through the Power Button) will light up green, and the Battery Gauge will display the current battery status. Power Off...
  • Page 26 OPERATION The Joystick The joystick (see figure 14 on page 21) controls the speed (up to the maximum limit set by the speed dial) and direction of your power chair. Pushing the joystick away from the neutral (center) position will move your Compass HD™...
  • Page 27 OPERATION The Battery Gauge The battery gauge comprises five different LEDs (1 x RED, 2 x AMBER, 2 x GREEN), located above the horn button. The number of LEDs lit Battery depends on the status of the battery, as shown. Gauge The battery gauge LEDs are also used to display charging information.

  • Page 28: Operation/Diagnostics

    OPERATION/DIAGNOSTICS   For Compass HD Units with the LiNX Controller If, when powered up, there is an error with the system, then the status indicator will flash red. The number of flashes will indicate the type of error. These are described in the table below. Status Indicator Flash Description...
  • Page 29 OPERATION            Figure 18 Figure 19   FREEWHEEL MODE ♦ To disengage the gears and put your power chair in freewheel mode, turn the freewheel levers as shown. See figure 18. ♦ To reengage the gears and take your chair out of freewheel mode, turn the levers as shown.
  • Page 30 OPERATION     Reset Button (Circuit breaker) Figure 20   Reset Button If the main circuit breaker trips, please wait for approximately 1 minute and then push the reset button to reset the main circuit breaker. See figure 20. Note: Usually, the thermal rollback feature is more sensitive than the main circuit breaker.

  • Page 31: Battery Charging

    BATTERY CHARGING   You must use only the charger that is supplied with your Compass HD™. The use of any other charger on this power chair will void the warranty. Using unauthorized chargers may also result in severe damage to the batteries and/ or damage to the chair.
  • Page 32 BATTERY CHARGING CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your Compass HD’s charging system is designed for your safety and for your convenience. Follow the steps below to recharge the batteries. 1. Position your Compass HD™ close to a standard wall electrical outlet. 2. Turn off the power on the joystick. The charger should not be plugged into the electrical outlet or powered up at this point in the process.

  • Page 33: Care And Maintenance

    We recommend that you check the following: Tire Tread: Regularly visually inspect the tire tread. If the remaining tread is less than 1/32 of an inch, have your local Golden representative replace the worn tires. Joystick and Controller: Protect the joystick and controller from adverse weather conditions.

  • Page 34: Disassembly

    DISASSEMBLY Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform disassembly. SEAT REMOVAL 1. Disconnect the joystick cable from the joystick. See figure 2 on page 14. 2.

  • Page 35: Warranty

    Five-Year Limited Warranty: For the period of five years from the date of purchase, in the event of 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: ...
  • Page 36 Power Wheelchair (continued) Items not mentioned or listed are covered at the discretion of Golden Technologies. Any accessories, standard or optional, supplied by Golden Technologies, are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase with the particular unit.
  • Page 38                 Fold Here First    Place    Stamp  Here                                                                    Golden Technologies                                                               401 Bridge St.                                                               Old Forge, PA 18518                                                                   Fold Here Second ...
  • Page 39                                                                                   401 Bridge Street, Old Forge PA 18518 Tel: (800) 624-6374 Fax: (800) 628-5165 www.goldentech.com    Compass HD_OM_050719...

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