Golden Technologies buzzaround GB 101 Owner's Manual

Golden Technologies buzzaround GB 101 Owner's Manual

Golden technologies mobility scooter owner's manual gb 101, gb 104

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Buzzaround Owner's Manual -
Updated 092605
Model GB 101 shown with optional seating
Model GB 104
401 Bridge Street, Old Forge, PA 18518
Tel: 800-624-6374 Fax: 570-451-7494
www.goldentech.com
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  • Page 1 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 Model GB 101 shown with optional seating Model GB 104 401 Bridge Street, Old Forge, PA 18518 Tel: 800-624-6374 Fax: 570-451-7494 www.goldentech.com Y O U R L I F E I N M O T I O N...
  • Page 2 5) 2 Keys 6) Buzzaround™ scooter DISCLAIMER 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 Buzzaround™ scooter. 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 3: Table Of Contents

    General Care and Maintenance ………………………………..20 - 23 Care and Maintenance of your GB 101………………………...24 Disassembly of your GB 101..…………………………………..25 - 28 Assembly of your GB 101 ………………………………………29 - 31 Transporting your GB 101 ……………………………………….32 GB 101 Specifications ……………………………………………33 Care and Maintenance of Your GB 104…………………………34 Disassembling Your GB 104 …………………….
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden Buzzaround™ scooter! The Buzzaround combines cutting edge technology with attractive designs that are also highly functional in today’s world. We at Golden Technologies know that you have chosen a scooter 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.
  • Page 5: Introduction................................................................4

    Note: Before learning to operate your Buzzaround, have your Golden Technologies, Inc. representative determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off your Buzzaround and operating it in the presence of an attendant.
  • Page 6: Safety

    DRIVING DOWN AN INCLINE • Always 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.
  • Page 7 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS MEDICATION 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 Buzzaround™. Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate a scooter.
  • Page 8 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS • Read completely and understand this owner’s manual before assembling, operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Buzzaround™. • Always operate your Golden Buzzaround with thought, care and safety. •...
  • Page 9: Emi/Rfi

    • Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to your Golden Technologies representative or to Golden Technologies. WARNING: TURN OFF YOUR SCOOTER AS SOON AS IT IS SAFELY POSSIBLE IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS.
  • Page 10: Your Golden Buzzaround

    Seat Post Freewheel Brake Release GB 101 Please fill in your Buzzaround™ information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies concerning your scooter. Model: ________ Date of Purchase _________________ Options______________________________________________________...
  • Page 11 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 Buzzaround DC Battery Voltage Meter Speed Adjustment Knob (Reverse) Thumb Lever (Forward) Hand Controls Speed Adjustment Dial The speed adjustment dial allows you to pre-select the maximum top speed of your Golden Buzzaround™. • Turn the dial completely counterclockwise to operate your scooter at the lowest speed.
  • Page 12: Operation

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 When the power to your Buzzaround™ is turned on, an LED (Light Emitting Diode) will illuminate. This LED is used in diagnosing operational problems that may arise. See “Diagnostics” section on page 19. Horn Button Press this button to sound the horn.
  • Page 13 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 DC Battery Voltage Meter This meter shows the amount of voltage in your Buzzaround™ batteries. • Green indicates a full battery charge • Yellow indicates caution and approximately one-half charge on the batteries. • Red indicates that the batteries have less than one-half of a charge remaining.
  • Page 14 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 Armrest Width Adjustment To adjust the armrest width: 1. Loosen the adjustment knobs at the rear of the seat. 2. Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width. 3. Tighten the adjustment knobs. Seat Height Adjustment To adjust the seat height: 1.
  • Page 15: Riding Your Buzzaround

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RIDING YOUR BUZZAROUND MOUNTING Note: For you first driving sessions, make certain that your Golden Buzzaround™ starts out on a level surface and that you will continue driving on a level surface. To Get on Your Buzzaround 1.
  • Page 16 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RIDING YOUR BUZZAROUND™ 5. Place your hands on the handgrips. • If you wish to drive forward, position your right thumb on the right thumb lever and push forward. • If you wish to drive in reverse, position your left thumb on the left thumb lever and push forward.
  • Page 17 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RIDING YOUR BUZZAROUND™ Control through tight spots As you use your Buzzaround™ 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 scooter.
  • Page 18 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 RIDING YOUR BUZZAROUND™ When proceeding up any ramp, curb, or incline: • Lean forward in your seat to move your center of gravity forward for maximum stability and safety. If the ramp has a switchback, good cornering ability is required. •...
  • Page 19: Diagnostics

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM Any fault condition on the controller or scooter will cause the” Power on/diagnostics” LED to flash. The LED light located on the faceplate of the scooter will tell you about the problem in how it flashes. LED Flashes 1 time, pause, 1 time, pause.
  • Page 20: General Care And Maintenance

    If your Buzzaround™ fails to operate, your main circuit breaker may have tripped. WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT ELECTRICAL REPAIRS. CONSULT GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES OR YOUR AUTHORIZED GOLDEN DEALER. Warning: Never soak your scooter in any liquid –...
  • Page 21 • Be sure that the key is all the way in the key receptacle and the scooter is “ON” (note the green “LED” light is illuminated) IF NONE OF THE ABOVE PROCEDURES SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES DEALER. LUBRICATION All of the bearings on your Golden Buzzaround are permanently lubricated and sealed.
  • Page 22 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE BATTERIES USED ON YOUR SCOOTER HOLD A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF POWER. SHORTING OF THE TERMINALS CAN RESULT IN BURNS OR OTHER INJURIES AND IN DAMAGE TO THE BATTERIES AND TO THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF YOUR BUZZAROUND.
  • Page 23 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE If the battery terminals become corroded: • Corrosion can cause a poor electrical connection and operational problems. • Clean corroded battery terminals with a stiff brush and a solution of baking soda and water.
  • Page 24: Care And Maintenance Of Your Gb 101

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Charger and Batteries The Buzzaround scooter comes equipped with two 12-volt rechargeable batteries. To Charge the Batteries: 1. Make certain your key is in the “OFF”...
  • Page 25 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ™ DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Your Buzzaround™ scooter is designed to be disassembled easily in order be transported. When disassembling your Buzzaround, please be sure to follow these simple instructions. Step 1 - Place your scooter on a level surface. You will be disengaging your brake during disassembly;...
  • Page 26: Disassembly Of Your Gb 101

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ™ DISASSEMBLY OF YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Step 4 - Loosen battery box ring knob. Raise ring as far as possible. Tighten knob. Step 5 - Lift the battery box from the scooter Page 26...
  • Page 27 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Step 6 - Loosen tiller adjustment knob and fold the tiller down flat. Be careful not to scratch the tiller head on the locking mechanism. Then tighten the adjustment knob to secure the tiller in its new position.
  • Page 28 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ™ DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Step 9 - Position your right hand on the seat post and your left hand UNDER metal frame on the INSIDE of the battery tray. WARNING – BE CAREFULL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGER BETWEEN THE FRAMES. THIS AREA IS A PINCH POINT AND REQUIRES YOUR FULL ATTENTION.
  • Page 29: Assembly Of Your Gb 101

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ASSEMBLY OF YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND WARNING: DO NOT SIT ON OR OPERATE YOUR SCOOTER UNLESS THE LOCKING MECHANISM IS ENGAGED. WARNING: BE AWARE OF ANY POSSIBLE PINCH POINTS WHEN CONNECTING THE REAR FRAME TO THE FRONT FRAME. PLEASE NOTE WARNING LABLES AT PINCH POINTS WHEN ASSEMBLING.
  • Page 30 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - ASSEMBLING YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Rear Component Seat w/ arms WARNING WATCH YOUR FINGERS! Pinch Point! Updated 092605 Page 30 ™ Front Component Battery Pack 1. Line up the front and the rear components! WARNING: WATCH...
  • Page 31 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ASSEMBLING YOUR GB 101 BUZZAROUND Make certain both the front and rear frame are locked. Set your Tiller angle Installing the Seat. 3. Install the battery pack. 4. Tighten the knob on the collar at the base of the tiller.
  • Page 32: Transporting Your Gb 101

    Transporting Your Buzzaround Note: Buzzaround™ scooters can be equipped with docking devices for loading into/onto a vehicle by means of mechanical lift or hoist. Golden Technologies does not sell this lifting equipment, however you may contact your local home health care dealer for more information.
  • Page 33: Gb 101 Specifications

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 GB 101 SPECIFICATIONS Specification Name Length Width Tires Front Rear Weight Capacity Maximum Speed Ground Clearance Operating Range Turning Radius Pivot Turn 3-Point Turn 90 Degree Corridor Turn Batteries (2) Weight Seat Battery pack w/ charger...
  • Page 34: Care And Maintenance Of Your Gb 104

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND You can charge your Buzzaround™ batteries while the battery box is on the scooter or it can be removed and charged at another location. See the “Disassembly”...
  • Page 35: Disassembling Your Gb 104

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ™ DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND Your Buzzaround™ scooter is designed to be disassembled easily in order to be transported. When disassembling your Buzzaround, please be sure to follow these simple instructions. WARNING: BE SURE YOUR KEY IS OUT OF THE KEYHOLE BEFORE YOU BEGIN DISASSEMBLING YOUR BUZZAROUND.
  • Page 36 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 ™ DISASSEMBLY OF YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND Step 4 - Remove the battery box – loosen the collar bolt and slide the collar up the seat receiver. Tighten the collar bolt so the collar doesn’t slide back down the seat receiver.
  • Page 37 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND Step 9 - Switch the “brake” lever to the “freewheel” position. Back for Freewheel DUE TO CHANGES IN OUR MANUFACTURING PROCESS, THE FREEWHEEL LEVER MAY WORK DIFFERENTLY THAN IN THE IMAGES SHOWN ABOVE. PLEASE REFER TO THE FREEWHEEL LEVER DECAL LOCATED NEXT TO THE FREEWHEEL LEVER FOR THE PROPER POSITION FOR LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE BRAKE LEVER.
  • Page 38 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 DISASSEMBLING YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND WARNING – BE CAREFULL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGER BETWEEN THE FRAMES. THIS AREA IS A PINCH POINT AND REQUIRES YOUR FULL ATTENTION. Step 11 - While keeping your hand on the seat post, use your other hand to grab the locking handle and lift the front of the frame.
  • Page 39: Assembling Your Gb 104

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - ASSEMBLING YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND WARNING: DO NOT SIT ON OR OPERATE YOUR SCOOTER UNLESS THE LOCKING MECHANISM IS SECURELY LOCKED. ACCIDENTAL SEPARATION OF THE FRAME FROM THE REAR CARRIAGE MAY OCCUR AND CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE. WARNING: BE AWARE OF ANY POSSIBLE PINCH POINTS WHEN CONNECTING THE REAR FRAME TO THE FRONT FRAME.
  • Page 40 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - ASSEMBLING YOUR GB 104 BUZZAROUND WARNING WATCH YOUR FINGERS! Pinch Point! WARNING : Make sure you tighten your tiller to be sure it is locked! Updated 092605 Page 40 ™ 2. Place one hand on the upper portion of the seat post and tilt the rear component to the position shown.
  • Page 41: Technical Specifications Gb 104

    Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INFORMATION GB 104 BUZZAROUND Specification Name Length Width Tires Front Rear Weight Capacity Maximum Speed Ground Clearance Operating Range Turning Radius Batteries (2) Weight Seat Battery Box Front half Rear half Seat Heights (Adjustable) Seat to deck Top of backrest to ground Freewheel mode...
  • Page 42: Warranty

    • Rear frame • Fork • Seat post • Frame welds Two Year Warranty The following parts are covered by Golden Technologies two year warranty • Battery charger • Controller One Year Warranty • Drive train This warranty excludes the following parts: •...
  • Page 43: Warranty Card

    Warranty Registration Office 401 Bridge Street Old Forge, PA 18518 Please fill in your Buzzaround™ information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies concerning your scooter. Model __________ Date of Purchase _________________...
  • Page 44 Buzzaround Owner’s Manual - Updated 092605 Golden Buzzaround GB101 shown with optional seating Golden Buzzaround GB104 BuzzaroundOM-092605 Page 44...

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