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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Front Wheel Drive Power Chair Models GP205/GP206/GP207 Golden Technologies - 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 Alante. 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 Alanté, power chair. Golden Technologies, Inc.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS I. Introduction…………….……………………………………………………………………… 5-6 II. Safety…………………………………………….………………………………………….. 7-10 III. EMI/RFI………………………………………..……………………………………………... 11 IV. Assembly of your Alanté power chair…………......………………... 12-16 V. Disassembly and Battery Replacement…….……………………………………….. 17-18 VI. Comfort Settings………………………………………………………………………… 19-24 VII. Operation/Diagnostics/Troubleshooting…………………………………………. 25-32 VIII. Battery Charging………………………………………………………………………. 33-34 IX. Care and Maintenance of your Alanté.………....…………………………. 35 X. -
Page 5: Introduction
We at Golden Technologies, Inc. know that you have chosen a power chair that will give you years of dependable operation and also will enhance the quality of your life by providing you with the mobility to experience an active daily lifestyle. - Page 6 I. INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES for the Alanté POWER CHAIR: A variety of accessories are available for your Alanté power chair. Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Provider for more information or to order. • Cane Holder Tube • Walker Holder • Swing-Away Joystick •...
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Page 7: Safety
II. SAFETY Your Golden Alanté is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your Alanté carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people. MANDATORY! Read and follow the owner’s manual before operating your power chair. - Page 8 II. SAFETY DRIVING ON AN INCLINE • Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access ramps. • Try to keep your Alanté moving when climbing an incline. If you do come to a stop, restart and accelerate slowly and carefully. •...
- 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, Inc. • Do not disassemble the tire. If disassembly is required, have your authorized Golden Technologies provider perform any necessary maintenance or repair.
- Page 10 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...
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Page 11: Emi/Rfi
EMI/RFI AND YOUR Alanté All electrically powered vehicles, including power chairs are susceptible to EMI/RFI. This interference could result in abnormal or unintended movement of your Golden Alanté . Unintended movement or brake release could cause an accident or injury. -
Page 12: Assembly Of Your Alanté Power Chair
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 Components 1. Base 2. - Page 13 IV. ASSEMBLY Before operating or assembling your Alanté, be sure to connect the power cable from the batteries to the VR2 power module. Your Alanté will not power up or operate without completing this step. 1. Remove the battery cover and body shroud by lifting them straight up and off the power chair.
- Page 14 IV. ASSEMBLY Seat Installation 1. Fold the seat back down. 2. Grasp the seat firmly on each side, lift the seat and align the seat pin with the hole in the seat post receiver. See figure 6. Figure 6 3. Insert the seat into the seat post. 4.
- Page 15 IV. ASSEMBLY The standard (18 x 18) seat assembly weighs 46 pounds. Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight. Removal of arms will reduce the weight of the seat. Be sure the seat is correctly installed and locked before operating your power chair.
- Page 16 IV. ASSEMBLY Joystick Installation 1. Loosen the joystick bracket adjustment screw located under the armrest. See figure 2. Insert the joystick mounting tube into the joystick bracket under the armrest. 3. Adjust the position of the joystick to a comfortable spot. 4.
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Page 17: Disassembly And Battery Replacement
V. DISASSEMBLY and BATTERY REPLACEMENT To disassemble your Alanté, simply reverse the assembly process. See pages 12-16. Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform disassembly. Accessing the batteries 1. - Page 18 V. DISASSEMBLY and BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1. Use the screws, washers, and nuts provided to connect the positive (red booted) connector of each cable to the positive (+) terminal of each battery. 2. Use the screws, washers, and nuts provided to connect the negative (black booted) connector of each cable to the negative (-) terminal of each battery.
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Page 19: Comfort Settings
VI. COMFORT SETTINGS You may be spending a great deal of time on your Alanté. 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 20 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS Headrest Height Adjustment 1. Standing behind the chair, 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 16. 2. The headrest will “click” to a stop in one of the preset positions. 3.
- Page 21 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS Arm Height Adjustment 1. Loosen the two armrest height adjustment screws on the outside of the armrest with a 3mm Allen wrench until you can slide the armrest up and down freely. See figure 18. 2. Raise or lower the armrest to the desired position. 3.
- Page 22 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS Arm Rest Angle Adjustment 1. Lift armrest up. See figure 20. 2. Turn jam nut counter-clockwise with a 14mm wrench to loosen. 3. Turn the adjustment bolt using a 6mm Allen wrench to raise or lower the armrest angle.
- Page 23 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS FOOTREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove front body shroud by lifting it up and off of the power chair base. 2. Use a 10mm socket and 4mm Allen wrench to remove the bolts indicated in figure 22. 3. Slide the footrest to the desired height. 4.
- Page 24 7. Insert the joystick mount into the joystick bracket and adjust to a comfortable position. 8. Tighten the joystick adjustment screw to secure the joystick. If you do not feel capable of safely making these adjustments, please contact your local Golden representative.
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Page 25: Operation/Diagnostics/Troubleshooting
VII. OPERATION Your Alanté 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 Alanté in an area free of any obstacles. Once you have gained confidence in your ability to control your power chair, you will more easily be able to operate it in normal daily conditions. - Page 26 VII. OPERATION The Joystick The joystick (see Figure 10 on page 16) controls the speed (up to the maximum limit set by the speed control buttons) and direction of your power chair. NOTE: When you are not pushing on the joystick, or when you release the joystick, the joystick will automatically return to the neutral position, the chair will decelerate, as the electromagnetic brakes are applied, and come to a smooth stop.
- Page 27 Note that joystick OONAPU (Out Of Neutral At Power Up) is not a fault. Simply by removing your hand from the joystick and allowing it to return to the neutral position, the error will immediately clear. If the condition persists after removing your hand, the joystick may be damaged. Consult a Golden Technologies representative.
- Page 28 Switch on the control system again and try to drive the wheelchair. If the safe circuits operate again, switch off and do not try to use the wheelchair. Contact your Golden Technologies representative for service. Self-Help Guide If a system trip occurs, you can find out what has happened by counting the number of LEDs on the battery gauge that are flashing.
- Page 29 Below are a list of trouble-shooting actions. Try to use this list before you contact your Golden Technologies representative. Go to the number on the list which matches the number of flashing LEDs and follow the instructions. If the problem persists after you made the checks described, contact your Golden Technologies representative for further assistance.
- Page 30 If adjusting the speed setting does not remedy the problem, then there may be a non-hazardous fault. Contact your Golden Technologies representative. Maximum Speed/Profile Indicator This LED array shows the maximum speed setting for the power chair or, if the control system is programmed for drive profile operation, the selected drive profile.
- Page 31 VII. OPERATION Maximum Speed/Profile Indicator Flashes This indicates the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for safety reasons. Contact your Golden Technologies representative. The VR-2 modules are not user serviceable. Do not attempt to repair VR-2 modules. FREEWHEEL MODE ♦...
- Page 32 VII. OPERATION THERMAL ROLLBACK Your Alanté is equipped with a safety system. A microprocessor monitors the operating temperatures of the controller. In the event of excessive heat occurring in the controller, the controller will decrease the speed of your chair. This is done to reduce the load on the electrical system and allow the components to dissipate heat.
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Page 33: Battery Charging
VIII. BATTERY CHARGING You must use only the charger that is supplied with your Alanté. 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 34 VIII. BATTERY CHARGING CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your Alanté ‘s charging system is designed for your safety and for your convenience. Follow the steps below to recharge the batteries. 1. Position your Alanté close to a standard wall electrical outlet. 2. Turn off the power on the joystick. 3.
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Page 35: Care And Maintenance Of Your Alanté
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 36: Riding Your Alanté
X. RIDING YOUR ALANTE Control Through Tight Spots As you use your Alanté to increase your mobility, you will undoubtedly encounter some obstacles that will require practice to negotiate smoothly and safely. Below are some common obstacles that you may meet during the daily use of your power chair. Listed with those obstacles are some driving tips that should help you conquer those obstacles. - Page 37 X. RIDING YOUR ALANTE Ramps Because of the American Disabilities Act (ADA), many buildings are fitted with ramps that provide access for power chairs and for other mobility vehicles. MANDATORY! Please read and thoroughly understand “Safety Rules” and “Driving On An Incline” sections of this manual on pages 7-10.
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Page 38: Technical Specifications
1. Battery range 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 39 1. Battery range 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 40 1. Battery range 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.
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Page 41: 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 42 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 44 Fold Here First Place Stamp Here Golden Technologies 401 Bridge St. Old Forge, PA 18518 Fold Here Second...
- Page 46 Models: GP205/GP206/GP207 401 Bridge Street Old Forge, PA 18518 Tel: 800-624-6374 Fax: 800-628-5165 www.goldentech.com Alanté Series_OM_122117...