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- Page 1 Foldable Power Wheelchair User’s Manual GP-50 Electric Folding Wheelchair 401 Bridge Street, Old Forge PA 18518 T-1-800-624-6374 F- 1-800-628-5165 www.goldentech.com...
- Page 2 Consumer Information Name ________________________________________ Model ________________________________________ Serial # ______________________________________ Date of Purchase ______________________________ Purchased From _______________________________...
- Page 3 INJURY OR DAMANGE MAY RESULT. Chair User Classification Model Max user Everyday Indoor Outdoor Weight 250lbs GP-50 Electric folding power wheelchair Back Upholstery Controller Armrest Batteries Frame Rear Wheel Set Footrests Casters & Fork Alero user’s manual page 1 of 33...
- Page 4 SPECIFICATION Item Specification 1 Seat Width 18” 2 Seat Depth 16” 3 Seat Height Front 20” Rear 19 3/8” 4 Back Rest 8° bend Back height (from seat to the top of back 14 ¾” ~ 18 ¾” (height adjustable) upholstery) 5 Rear drive Wheels 12.8”...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ! Summary ..............4 ! Safety Instructions ............4 ! Unpacking and Assembly ..........6 ! Special Features : ............11 Freewheel levers ........... 11 Armrest ............11 Seat ............... 13 Footrest ............13 Wheel lock ............. 15 ! Safe Driving Techniques ..........16 ! Batteries ...............19 ! Tire maintenance ............23 ! Maintenance, Cleaning &... -
Page 6: Summary
Summary Thank you for your selection of the Golden Technologies’ Alero. A fully foldable k011 power wheelchair. Golden Technologies’ power wheelchairs manufactured from high quality 7000 series seamless aluminium tubing. advantage of using this high grade material is two fold, one, Golden Technologies’... - Page 7 Before attempting negotiating a ramp the following basic safety rules should be considered Surface of the ramp: Is it too slippery ? Degree of incline: Is it too steep to attempt alone ? Length of ramp: Is it too long for your endurance ? Obstacles: Are there any obstacles on the ramp that would necessitate an attendant’s assistance ? Assistance is always recommended when going up or down steep...
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Page 8: Unpacking And Assembly
Unpacking & Assembly Unpacking After removing your Alero GP-50 power chair from the carton please check that you have been supplied with the following main parts as standard specification. The main frame with Motors /gearboxes and front castors attached Foot rigging with swing away leg rests Rear drive wheels 12 1/2”... - Page 9 Fig 1 GP-50 Fig 2 Fig 3 GP-50 full length armrest with DL controller Alero user’s manual page 7 of 33...
- Page 10 After following all the steps in General Operation proceed with the following. Note that the battery tray is foldable and will unfold with the chair. See Figure to understand that the battery tray is non removable and is foldable as Fig 12 shows. Insert the battery box with the external power connection towards the front of the chair.
- Page 11 Fig 8 Fig 12 Fig 13 Fig 14 Fig 15 Fig 16 Fig 17 Alero user’s manual page 9 of 33...
- Page 12 Fig 18 Drive Disengaged Fig 19 Drive engaged Fig 23 Foldable Frame, various quick release construction Alero user’s manual page 10 of 33...
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Page 13: Special Features
Special Features Freewheel levers For your convenience, the Alero is equipped with two freewheel levers, see Fig 18 & 19. These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! DO NOT use your Alero while the drive motors are disengaged unless you are in the presence of an attendant! DO NOT disengage the drive motors when your Alero is on an incline. - Page 14 Height adjustable armrest w/DL controller Fig 24 Fig 25 Controller position adjustable Adjustable forward and backward Fig 26 and 27 Fig 29 Alero user’s manual page 12 of 33...
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Page 15: Seat
WARNING ! Replace worn or torn fabric immediately. Failure to do so may result in a fall and cause severe injury to you. Seat All Alero power wheelchairs feature seat upholstery that can be tensioned. While there should be no adjustment necessary upon delivery of your new chair, over time stretch of the upholstery could occur. - Page 16 Fig. 32 Fig. 36 Rear wheel fixing screw must be tightened by 1000 KGF.CM torsion Alero user’s manual page 14 of 33...
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Page 17: Wheel Lock
Wheel Locks Wheel locks are fitted to both drive wheels. Wheel locks should be engaged whenever a transfer is made and / or when the wheelchair is stationary. To apply the wheel locks push the hand lever downward as Fig 39 shows. To release the wheel locks pull the hand lever upward as Fig 38 shows. -
Page 18: Safe Driving Techniques
Safe driving techniques Driving your Power Wheelchair Before sitting in your Alero insure that: The Power wheelchair is switched off. The wheel locks are engaged. Be certain motor freewheel levers are in the “engaged” position (see pg. 11) The battery charger is disconnected After transferring make sure that you are comfortably positioned and that the leg rests and armrests have been adjusted to suit your needs. - Page 19 Safe Driving 1. Never drive at a speed greater than your ability to safely control your chair. Remember that wet or loose surfaces need greater care and control. 2. Always turn the chair off and engage the wheel locks when transferring or while the chair is stationary for long periods.
- Page 20 Chair Response Should the chairs’ response not be to your satisfaction, ask your Dealer to adjust the programming to a level at which you are comfortable. This programming can be altered at anytime to either increase the response rates in line with your improved motor skills or to lower the rates to level at which you feel comfortable and in control.
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Page 21: Batteries
Charging the batteries 1. Position Alero GP-50 power chair next to a standard wall outlet. 2. Connect the battery charger to a standard wall outlet and switch the charger 3. - Page 22 During the recharge: While the batteries are being recharged, a red and amber light will appear on the battery charger, indicating that the power is connected and charging is in progress. At the end of the recharge cycle: The amber light will change to a green light. This indicates that the batteries are fully charged and ready for use.
- Page 23 Battery Connections Black Cut-out switch Black Black Cut-out switch Front Alero userís manual page 21 of 33...
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Page 24: Replacing The Batteries
Replacing the batteries CAUTION ! - if you have doubts about your ability to lift any components, it is recommended that you seek assistance so as to avoid injury. Turn the power off . Disconnect the battery connection plug at the front of the battery tray. Release the securing belt holding the battery box. -
Page 25: Tire Maintenance
Tires Tires are solid, flat free tires Front wheels : GP-50 come with 7.8” x 2” flat free tires Rear wheels : GP-50 come with 12-1/2" x 2-1/4" flat free tires Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair: Use a ratchet and socket to remove the drive wheel screw from the center hub of the wheel. -
Page 26: Maintenance, Cleaning & Fault Finding
Maintenance, Cleaning & Fault finding An electric wheelchair needs some basic attention to ensure it provides reliable service. We recommend that the user ensure that the power wheelchair is checked regularly for maintenance requirements and receives a thorough annual maintenance check up. We recommend that the chair have at least one full service from an authorized dealer once a year. - Page 27 Keep wheels free from lint, hair, sand and carpet fibers. Lightly oil axle pin, wheel axles and bearings once every three months. Use only recommended batteries and have batteries changed only by Qualified Dealers. Charge batteries regularly. Make sure the charger lead plugs are engaged properly in the sockets.
- Page 28 FAULT FINDING CHECK LIST Problem: The controller light flashes. Action: If the lamp flashes immediately when the power is switched on and the joystick is engaged, switch the power off, wait a few seconds, then switch on again. Wait for two seconds before engaging the joystick.
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Page 29: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty This is to certify that the Golden Technologies’ Alero GP-50 power wheelchair Series is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship and free of fault, wear and tear excluded, as follows: There is a ONE YEAR limited warranty from the date of purchase for any of below parts found. - Page 30 This warranty is subject to the following conditions: This warranty is extended only to the original purchase/user of Golden Technologies, Inc. products. The Company will not accept responsibility if the fault was caused by misuse or failure to observe the instructions in the User’s Manual. If a fault develops, it is the responsibility of the owner to immediately notify the company or the Distributor from whom the chair was purchased.
- Page 31 NOTICE : The information and specification of Alero GP-50 contained in this User’s Manual is subject to change without prior notice. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated to another language or...
- Page 32 Please fill out & mail registration form, next page. Alero user’s manual page 30 of 33...
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Page 33: Registration
Alero Warranty Registration Please type or print. Serial # Date Purchased Owner Name Address City State Optional Information (Used for Marketing Information) Height Weight Physical Limitations If you’re satisfied with your Alero, let us help other family members and friends. Please fill in the following. (Please type or print.) Name Address... - Page 34 FIRST HERE FOLD PLACE STAMP HERE 401 BRIDGE ST OLD FORGE PA 18518 FOLD HERE SECOND STAPLE TAPE. WITH SEAL...
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