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Owner’s Manual Model: GC240 Model: GC340 Model: GC440 Golden Technologies · 401 Bridge Street · Old Forge, PA 18518 · Tel: 800-624-6374 · Fax: 800-628-5165 · ...
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Thank you for purchasing your Companion Scooter. We are honored you have chosen Golden Technologies for your mobility needs. Please note, unless otherwise specified, the term Companion refers to each of the models listed below: Companion – 3 wheel GC240 –...
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION........................4 Features and Benefits......................5 Accessories for the Companion Scooter..............6 II. SAFETY........................7-10 III. EMI/RFI........................11 IV. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION................12 Specifications......................13-14 V. OPERATION......................15-20 Controls..........................15 Control Options........................17 Seating Controls.......................17 Power Elevating Seat (Optional).....................19 Freewheel Mode......................20 VI.
We at Golden Technologies, Inc. know that you have chosen a scooter 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.
I. INTRODUCTION Features and Please read the Owner's Manual in its entirety for complete safety and operating instructions. Control Panel: Easy to read Delta Tiller handle: Offers Slide Seat Mechanism: A standard display features backlit battery cushioned hand rests for feature, every Companion scooter gauge;...
I. INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES FOR THE COMPANION SCOOTER: A variety of accessories are available for your Golden Companion Scooter*. Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Provider for more information or to order. Rear Basket Oxygen Tank Holder ...
II. SAFETY 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.
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Companion) of 350 pounds for the Companion GC240 and 400 pounds for the Companion GC340 and GC440. Exceeding the maximum weight rating will void the warranty. Exceeding the maximum weight rating may result in injury to yourself 8 ...
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Whenever it is safely possible, drive forward down any ramp, low rise, or incline. Golden Technologies, Inc. does not recommend that you drive your scooter in reverse down any incline, ramp, curb, or low rise. Backing down any slope may create a very hazardous situation.
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If it is necessary to back down a slope follow one of two procedures. When using either of the following procedures to back down a slope, Golden Technologies, Inc. strongly advises that you have the assistance of another person.
If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your scooter off as soon as it is safe to do so. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Golden Technologies, Inc. Technical Service at (800) 624-6374. Turn off your scooter as soon as it is safely possible if unintended motion occurs or if unintended brake release 11 ...
FIGURE 4. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION FOR YOUR Please fill in your Companion’s information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your scooter. Your Companion Model Serial Number (under carpet—right rear)________________________...
IV. YOUR GOLDEN COMPANION Specifications GC240 GC340 GC440 Medicare Code K0806 K0807 K0807 Weight Capacity 350 lbs. 400 lbs. 400 lbs. Drive Wheels Rear Rear Rear Maximum Speed 5.3 mph 5.3 mph 5.3 mph Operating Range 15.1 miles 16.5 miles 15.5 miles...
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1. Battery range will vary due to rider weight, drive surface, terrain, and battery type. 2. Electronics warranty excludes batteries. Literature is current at time of printing. Golden Technologies reserves the right to make changes to the product or literature at any time.
Turn the key 90 degrees clockwise to turn on your scooter’s power. Turn the key back to the vertical position to turn off your scooter’s power. Always make certain that the key is removed from the key switch getting on or off your Golden Companion or before lowering the tiller 15 ...
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V. OPERATION Power Indicator When the power to your Companion is turned on, the Power Indicator LED (Light Emitting Diode) will light up. See figure 5 on page15. This LED is used for diagnosing operational problems that may arise. Please see the Diagnostics section of this manual. Horn Press this button to sound the horn.
Release the tiller adjustment lever. It will automatically lock the tiller at the selected angle. CONTROL O Golden Technologies, Inc. has made provision for the individual needs and abilities of the operators of the Golden Companion. Your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. provider can reverse the throttle control lever...
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FIGURE 8. SEAT HEIGHT any 45° position. Flip-up Pull up on the end of either armrest to flip it up for easy transfer on and off your Golden Companion. See figure 9. Armrest To increase the armrest angle: Turn the armrest angle screw counterclockwise. See figure 9.
V. OPERATION POWER ELEVATING SEAT ADJUSTMENT - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Your Companion may be equipped with a power elevating seat. The power elevating seat actuator is designed to raise or lower the seat with minimal effort by the user. The power elevating seat switch is located on the tiller below the throttle lever.
V. OPERATION Your Golden Companion is equipped with a freewheel lever that can set your scooter in or out of freewheel mode. The freewheel lever engages your park brake. To engage the brake and take your scooter out of freewheel mode: Push the brake handle in the direction of “engage”...
9. Rotate the key to the “on” position. See figure 14. BASIC 1. Make certain that you are seated safely and properly on your Golden Companion. 2. Turn the speed control dial fully counterclockwise to its slowest setting. 3. Insert the key into the key switch—if you have not already done so.
VI. RIDING YOUR COMPANION Steering your Golden Companion is easy and logical. 1. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 4 on page 12), turn the tiller to the right to travel to the right.
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CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT S O S As you use your Golden Companion to greatly 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 scooter. Listed with those obstacles are some driving tips that should help you conquer those obstacles.
REMOVING THE S Pinchless seat hinges standard on all Golden C 1. Remove the key. 2. Make sure that the scooter brake is engaged. 3. (Optional) Loosen the arm width adjustment knobs, and slide the arms off the scooter. This will reduce the seat weight, if you are not able to carry the seat with the armrests attached.
VII. DISASSEMBLY 2. Squeeze the locking ear on the connector and disconnect the batteries from the frame. See Figure 18. 3. Remove the batteries one at a time. 4. Lower the tiller, which will automatically lock into place once lowered. The key must be removed from the key switch to fully lower the tiller.
The Companion scooters are easy to assemble. Make sure the key is out of the key switch before assembling your scooter. WARNING! Pinch/Crush Hazard! ALIGN CONNECTING THE F R A M E SECTIONS 1. Position the front and rear sections of the frame as shown in figure 21 so that they align properly.
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Failing to ass proper of the s could result in Your Golden Companion is now successfully assembled. FIGURE 24. REINSTALL THE SEAT If you removed the seat arms to reduce the weight of the seat, you must perform the next step.
All Golden Companion scooters shown above can be equipped with docking devices for loading onto a vehicle by means of a mechanical lift or hoist. Contact your Golden Technologies, Inc. provider for more information concerning docking devices and scooter lift devices.
Do not use solvents on the tires. Solvents can cause the tire material to break down or become too soft. The body (rear shroud, tiller shroud, deck shroud) of your Golden Companion is formed ABS plastic and coated with a durable automotive-type finish.
To charge the batteries, plug the charger into the charger port on the tiller. See figure 28. FIGURE 28. CHARGER PORT Battery MANDATORY! Use only AGM or GEL-cell SLA deep-cycle batteries for operating Golden Companion scooters. These batteries are maintenance free.
Make certain that the speed adjustment dial is at the desired setting. Make certain that the key switch is set to the “On” position. If none of the above procedures solve the problem, contact your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. provider.
Do not keep the main circuit breaker without The diagnostics feature of your Golden Companion’s microprocessor based motor control board functions as follows: Any fault condition on the controller or on an associated system will cause the power indicator LED to flash and the horn to beep.
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Turn the key switch to the “Off” position to stop the flash/beep code. Set the freewheel lever to the “engaged” position. Turn the key back to the “On” position. If the above remedies do not solve the problem, contact your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. provider. s/Beeps Indicates that the throttle control lever was not in the neutral position when the key switch was turned to the “On”...
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Indicates a motor voltage problem. Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected. Remedy: Contact your authorized Golden Technologies, Inc. provider. s/Beeps • Indicates other internal errors or faults. • Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected.
Seat Swivel Mechanism Items not 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. REV.1017...
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Golden Technologies’ Department of Veterans Affairs Warranty Companion GC240, GC340, and GC440 (con nued) Warranty Exclusions: Golden Technologies does not provide warranty on any of the following items which may require replacement due to the normal wear and tear of day to day usage: ...
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