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Golden Technologies GP204 Owner's Manual

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Models GP204/GP215
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Golden Technologies - 401 Bridge Street - Old Forge, PA 18518 - Tel: 800-624-6374 - Fax: 800-628-5165 - www.goldentech.com

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  • Page 1 Front Wheel Drive Power Chairs Models GP204/GP215 Y O U R L I F E I N M O T I O N Golden Technologies - 401 Bridge Street - Old Forge, PA 18518 - Tel: 800-624-6374 - Fax: 800-628-5165 - www.goldentech.com...
  • Page 2 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811...
  • Page 3 We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new Alante DX/LT. 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 Alante DX/LT, power chair. Golden Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 4 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Alante DX/LT™ information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your power chair. Your Alante DX/LT ™ Model ____________________ Serial Number __________________________...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 CONTENTS I. Introduction......................5-6 II. Safety……………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-10 III. EMI/RFI………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11 IV. Assembly of your GP204/GP215…………………………………………………………. 12-17 V. Disassembly of your GP204/GP215……………………………………………………..18 VI. Comfort Settings……………………………………………………………………………… 19-24 VII. Operation/Diagnostics/Troubleshooting………………………………………………. 25-32 VIII. Battery Charging……………………………………………………………………………. 33-34 IX. Care and Maintenance of your GP204/GP215……………………………………………35 X.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    DX/LT, combines cutting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today’s world. 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 7 ACCESSORIES FOR THE Alante DX/LT™ POWER CHAIR: A variety of accessories are available for your Golden Alante DX/LT Power chair. Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Dealer for more information or to order. • Cane Holder Tube • Cup Holder •...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Note: Before learning to operate your Alante DX/LT, have your Golden Technologies, Inc. representative determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off your power chair and operating it in the presence of an attendant.
  • Page 9 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 II. SAFETY DRIVING ON AN INCLINE • Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access ramps. • Always climb or descend a gradient by driving straight up or straight down the face of the slope.
  • Page 10 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 II. SAFETY SAFETY RULES • Do not attempt to use your Alante DX/LT on an escalator. Always use an elevator. • Do not carry passengers on your power chair. • Do not operate your Alante DX/LT, if it is not functioning properly. •...
  • Page 11 Please be sure to follow this important warning when transferring onto or off the Golden Alante DX/LT power wheelchair: DO NOT CONNECT OR ALLOW ANYONE EXCEPT AN AUTHORIZED GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES REPRESENTATIVE TO CONNECT ANY ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL DEVICE TO YOUR ALANTE DX/LT. UNAUTHORIZED ACCESSORIES WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE INJURY.

  • Page 12: 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 Technologies representative or to Golden Technologies.

  • Page 13: Assembly Of Your Gp204/Gp215

    NOTE: 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 14 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IV. ASSEMBLY Before operating or assembling your Alante DX/LT, be sure to remove the battery contact insulator under the battery box. Your Alante DX/LT will not power up or operate with the insulator in place. 1.
  • Page 15 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IV. ASSEMBLY - cont. 2. Pull up on the seat rotation lever, and while holding the lever; lift the seat and align the seat pin with the hole in the seat post. Figure 5 3.
  • Page 16 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IV. ASSEMBLY The seat assembly weighs 36 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 Arm and Seat Belt Installation...
  • Page 17 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IV. ASSEMBLY Joystick Installation 1. Insert the joystick mounting tube into one of the mounting tubes under the armrest pads. Battery Charge LED Array Speed Setting LED Array ON-OFF Button Horn Button Speed Setting SLOWER Speed Setting FASTER...
  • Page 18 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IV. ASSEMBLY - cont. 5. Plug the joystick cable into the controller cable. Figure 11 Note: The joystick may be installed on the left or right arm according to your preference. Be sure the joystick cable and controller cables are securely attached to the unit and that the cables are not able to trail on the ground or become entangled on any surrounding objects while the unit is in use.

  • Page 19: Disassembly Of Your Gp204/Gp215

    LT. Please get help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight. Battery Replacement Should your battery need replacement; please contact your Golden Technologies representative. Battery replacement requires disassembly of the battery pack and must be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 20: Comfort Settings

    VI. COMFORT SETTINGS You may be spending a great deal of time on your Alante DX/LT™. To provide you with the maximum seating comfort, Golden Technologies, Inc. has designed this power chair to incorporate the following adjustments for operator comfort.
  • Page 21 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 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 14. 2.
  • Page 22 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS Arm Height Adjustment 1. Loosen the arm height adjustment screws located on the back of the arm. Adjustment screw (4mm) Figure 16 2. Lift the arm to the desired height making sure not to exceed the maximum height of the arm.
  • Page 23 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS - cont. 2. Adjust the arms to the desired width making sure not to exceed 28 inches total outside width at the armrests. 3. Tighten the arm width adjustment screw to secure the arm. See figure 18 on page 21. 4.
  • Page 24 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS- cont. 13 mm lock nut 12 mm stop nut 13 mm bolt Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 2. Loosen the stop nut with a 12mm wrench. See figures 23 and 24. 3.
  • Page 25 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VI. COMFORT SETTINGS- cont. Joystick Position (Refer to figure 26 on page 23) 1. Disconnect the cable connecting the joystick and the controller located under the seat. 2. Loosen the joystick adjustment screw. 3. Loosen the joystick cable retaining straps. 4.

  • Page 26: Operation/Diagnostics/Troubleshooting

    VII. OPERATION Your Alante DX/LT™ 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 Alante DX/LT™...
  • Page 27 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VII. OPERATION The Joystick The joystick (see Figure 9 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 28 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VII. OPERATION 2. Battery Charge Level The joystick LED array is composed of ten (10) LED’s. ♦Three (3) red ♦Four (4) amber ♦Three (3) green When all ten LEDs are lit continuously, there is a full charge on the batteries. As you use your power chair and the batteries discharge, LEDs in the array will begin to turn off in descending order.
  • Page 29 • Switch on the control system again and try to drive the wheelchair. If the safety 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 30 Below is 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 31 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 fault will immediately clear. If the condition persists after removing your hand, the joystick may be damaged. Consult a Golden Technologies representative.
  • Page 32 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VII. OPERATION – cont. FREEWHEEL MODE ♦ To disengage the brakes and put your power chair in freewheel mode, push the free wheel levers back towards the rear of the power chair. See Figure 28. ♦...
  • Page 33 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VII. OPERATION – cont. THERMAL ROLLBACK Your Alante DX/LT™ 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.

  • Page 34: Battery Charging

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VIII. BATTERY CHARGING You must use only the charger that is supplied with your Alante DX/LT™. 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 35 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 VIII. BATTERY CHARGING Alternatively, you may charge the battery pack directly. 1. Remove the battery pack from the power chair. 2. Locate the charger port at the rear side of the battery pack and swing the cover out of the way.

  • Page 36: Care And Maintenance Of Your Gp204/Gp215

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Alante DX/LT ™ is designed to require minimal maintenance. We recommend that you periodically 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.

  • Page 37: Riding Your Alante Dx/Lt

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 X. RIDING YOUR Alante DX/LT Control through tight spots As you use your Alante DX/LT™ 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.
  • Page 38 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 X. RIDING YOUR Alante DX/LT 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. Please read and thoroughly understand “Safety Rules” and “Driving On An Incline” sections of this manual.

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications Gp204/Gp215

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 XI. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specification Alante DX Alante LT Model Number GP-204 GP-215 Medicare Code K0823 K0816 Weight capacity 300 lbs. 300 lbs. Drive Wheels Front Front Maximum speed 3.5 mph 3.5 mph Operating Range 8 miles 6.5 miles Ground Clearance to mid frame...
  • Page 40 1. Battery range will vary due to rider weight, drive surface, and terrain. 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 41: Warranty

    Footrest Anti-Tip Forks Armrests For the period of thirteen months 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 follo wing drive trai n components found to be defective by an authorized...
  • Page 42 RTS ALTERED OR REPAIRED BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSON. Warranty Service: Warranty Service must be performed by an authorized Golden Technologies representative. Golden Technologies reserves the right to replace warranted part(s) with refurbished or new part(s) at our discretion. All labor charges, service calls, transportation costs or any other charge(s) associated with the installation of any warranted part(s) are the responsibility of the consumer.

  • Page 43: Warranty/Registration Card

    Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 WARRANT Y/REGISTRATION FORM Golden Technologies Product Registration Form Please fill out this product registration form or you can also register your product onlin e at ww.goldentech.com. Failur e to register your product may result in significant delays s ould service be required.
  • Page 44 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 Fold Here First Place Stamp Here Golden Technologies 401 Bridge St. Old Forge, PA 18518 Fold Here Second...
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  • Page 46 Alante DX/LT Owner’s Manual Rev A_011811 Models GP204/GP215 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: 800-628-5166 www.goldentech.com ALANTE DX/LT_OM_011811...

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