Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Revised 0807 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your Alero information below. This information will be useful in the event you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your power wheelchair. Your Alero: Serial Number: Date of Purchase:...
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………... SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………... EMI/RFI…………………………………………………………………………... SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………. UNPACKING……………………………………………………………………... ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………. SPECIAL FEATURES…………………………………………………………... Brake Release Levers………………………………………………………….. Wheel Locks…………………………………………………………………… Armrest………………………………………………………………………… Swing-Away Footrest………………………………………………………….. Joystick Controller……………………………………………………………... Folding Your Alero……………………………………………………………. GENERAL OPERATION……………………………………………………….. Charging Your Batteries……………………………………………………….. Driving Your Alero……………………………………………………………. Curbs and Other Small Obstacles………………………………………... Slopes and Ramps………………………………………………………... MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………...
We at Golden Technologies know that you have chosen a power wheelchair that will give you years of dependable operation and will also enhance the quality of your life by providing you with the mobility to experience a more active daily lifestyle.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Revised 0807 SAFETY Safety is the most important consideration when using your Alero power wheelchair. Golden Technologies has taken every consideration to provide you with a safe and reliable power wheelchair. It is your responsibility to read and understand these safety instructions before attempting to assemble or operate your power wheelchair.
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Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Revised 0807 SAFETY (cont.) Operating Safety (cont.) When turning, ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are turning. NEVER shift your weight in the opposite direction of the turn. Doing so may cause your power wheelchair to tip over.
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Excessive exposure to dampness may cause your power wheelchair to malfunction. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong on the plug used with any Golden Technologies product. Always use a three prong receptacle or extension cord. Use of a two prong outlet or extension cord may result in electrical shock or fire.
• If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your power wheelchair off and remove the key as soon as it is safe to do so. • Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Golden Technologies. IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS...
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual After removing your Alero GP52SS power wheelchair from the carton, please make sure you have been supplied the following main parts as standard specification: 1. Main Frame – The main frame has the following parts attached: •...
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Your Golden Alero is a fully foldable power wheelchair. It has been designed to be assembled with minimal effort or difficulty. Should you not understand the procedures outlined below or have difficulty assembling your Alero, please contact your Golden Authorized Dealer for assistance.
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Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual 6. Connect the motor cables underneath the seat to the motor connectors on the cable coming from the joystick controller. The motor connectors and cables are marked left and right. Plug in the left to the left and the right to the right. NEVER plug the right motor connector into the left motor and NEVER plug the left motor connector into the right motor.
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Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual 11. Next, install the swing-away footrests. Taking one of the footrest, align the holes of the hinge plate over the pivot hinge pins on the seat frame above the caster wheels. Note you will need to face the locking mechanism forward of the seat post and swivel the footrest inward until it locks in place.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Brake Release Levers For your convenience, your Alero is equipped with two brake release levers. The brake release lever can be located on the rear of each motor. (Fig. 12) These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the power wheelchair manually.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Wheel Locks (cont.) 1. To ENGAGE your wheel locks, push the hand lever forward as shown below. (Fig. 14) 2. To DISENGAGE your wheel locks, push the hand lever rearward as shown below. (Fig. 15) Fig.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Armrest (cont.) The arms of your Alero can also be flipped back to aid in transferring in or out of your power wheelchair. To flip back the arm, disengage the lock by pressing on the locking lever and lift the arm up and back.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Footrest (cont.) DO NOT STAND ON THE FOOT PLATES OF YOUR ALERO. WARNING! NEVER LIFT YOUR ALERO BY THE FOOTRESTS OR ANY OTHER DETACHABLE PART OR ACCESSORY. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY WARNING! DAMAGE.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Joystick Controller (cont.) Joystick Tires Your Alero has been fitted with flat free tires. It will not be necessary to check tire pressure. You will need to check tire tread for wear. Folding Your Alero Your Alero is a fully foldable power wheelchair.
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Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Revised 0807 SPECIAL FEATURES (cont.) Folding Your Alero (cont.) 9. Release the lock on the seat back and fold down. (Fig. 24) Fig. 24 The Alero power chair folds easily for storage and transportation.
TYPE FOR YOUR CHAIR. WARNING! NEVER USE A CHARGER OTHER THAN THE ONE SUPPLIED BY GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES. WARNING! 1. Position your power wheelchair next to a standard wall outlet. 2. Make sure power is off. (there will be no lights lit on controller) 3.
4. The lap positioning belt should be adjusted and fastened before you start to operate your Alero. Note: Golden Technologies strongly suggests to ALWAYS wear your lap positioning belt. The lap positioning belt is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device.
WEARING OF THE MOTOR / GEARBOX. WARNING! Curbs and Other Small Obstacles Golden Technologies strongly advises against climbing curbs or any obstacle over 1½ inches in height. Failure to adhere to this advice will increase your chances of tipping and may WARNING! cause bodily injury or property damage.
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Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Revised 0807 GENERAL OPERATION (cont.) Slopes or Ramps (cont.) 3. Makes sure the ramp is free of any debris or obstacles that may interfere with the safe passage of your power wheelchair. If the slope or ramp meets the above conditions, it is recommended the user approaches the ramp at a reduced speed and head on.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual Your Alero needs some basic attention to ensure it provides reliable service. We recommend your power wheelchair is checked regularly for maintenance requirements and also receives a thorough annual check up by your Golden Authorized Dealer. Regular Maintenance 1.
Golden Alero GP52SS Owner’s Manual The PG VSI controller on your Alero will provide you with information should a malfunction happen with your power chair. The LED lights on the controller will flash in a certain sequence to inform you of a malfunction. If more than one fault exists, then the fault having the highest priority is indicated.
Three-Year Limited Warranty: For the period of three years, in the event if 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: ♦...
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Golden Alero CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY 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. ♦ Tires and Tubes ♦ Bulbs/Fuses This warranty also excludes the following: ♦...
Golden Alero GP52SS Golden Technologies Product Registration Form Alero Please fill out this product registration form. Failure to do so could result in significant delays should service be required. Owner Information: Name: ___________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________ City: __________________ State: _____ Zip Code: ___________...
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