Golden Technologies GP204 Wheelchair User Manual
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1. We recommend that you charge the batteries when necessary Battery charging should be treated similarly to fuel in a car You would not go on a long trip with low fuel or fill up when almost full CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your Alante DX LT s charging system is designed for your safety and for your convenience Follow the steps below to recharge the batteries 1 Position your Alante DX LT close to a standard wall electrical outlet 2 Turn off the power on the joystick 3 Insert the matching charger plug into the joystick s charging socket that is located at the front of the joystick See Figures 31 and 32 4 Insert the plug at the other end of the charger power cord into a standard electrical wall outlet Power to the charger indicated by a red LED 5 Disconnect the charger power cord from the wall outlet and from the joystick charging socket when the batteries are fully charged NOTE The batteries should be fully charged in eight hours A full charge is indicated when the charge LED turns green and all 10 joystick LEDs are lit when the joystick is turned on 33 Figure 32 Figure 31 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 3 Plug the charger into the battery pack socket2. Red Body Color 37 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 Range1 8 miles 6 5 miles Ground Clearance to mid frame 2 5 8 in 2 5 8 in Turning Radius 24 5 in 24 5 in Type Batteries 2 22 AH 2 18 AH Colors Red Red Freewheel Mode Yes Yes Electronic Speed Control Yes Yes Electro Mechanical Brakes Yes Yes Charger Off Board Off Board Controller PG VR 2 50 Amp Remote PG VR 2 50 Amp Remote Length 40 0 in 40 0 in Width 24 0 in 24 0 in Height ground to top of back of seat 34 5 36 5 34 5 36 5 Height ground to top of back of headrest 41 5 43 5 41 5 43 5 Ground to top of Seat 20 5 22 5 20 5 22 5 Number of Seat Height Adjustments 3 3 Size of Increments 1 0 in 1 0 in Front axle to Rear axle N A N A Weight of Unit assembled 133 lbs 130 lbs Front Half N A N A Rear Half N A N A Base 67 lbs 67 lbs Seat with Arms 36 lbs 36 lbs Batteries 30 lbs pack 27 lbs pack 38 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 XI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Alante DX Alante LT Model Number GP 204 GP 215 Tires Flat Free Flat Free Front 9 5
3. Owner s Manual 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 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 Thank you for purchasing your Alante DX LT power chair We are honored you have chosen Golden Technologies for your mobility needs Alante DX LT Models GP204 GP215 Standard Packing List 1 Owner s Manual Base with Battery Pack 1 Seat 2 Seat Arms 1 Seat Belt 1 Battery Charger Seat Post Nut and Bolt DISCLAIMER 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 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 2 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 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 __________________________ Date
4. Loss or th o Damage olden Technologies Technologies Acts of Nature such as lightning strikes earthquakes etc RTS ALTERED OR REPAIRED BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSON r the does not include freight for the replacement parts Consumers are not to return any item s to Golden ion Any damages incurred while warranted part s are in transport are the sole nsequential This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state XII WARRANTY Consumer Limited Warranty Power Wheelchair continued thirteen months f replace at our opt the event of defective materials found to be defective by an authori Technologies w Technologies representative Plastic Comp Bearings Bushings Seat swivel mechanism parts wear parts Items not mentioned or listed are Golden Technologies ar Warranty Exclusions e following items w he normal f da to day usage y Tires and Tubes Motor Brushes Armrest Pads arr ty also excludes the following Batteries Please consult battery manufacturer for eft f components caused by Battery fluid spillage or leakage Abuse misuse accident or negligence Improper operation maintenance or storage Commercial use or use other than normal Repairs and or modifications made to any part without the specific consent of G Exceeding the specified weight capacity of the unit Accessories other than those supplied
5. 20 Figure 14 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 Figure 16 2 Lift the arm to the desired height making sure not to exceed the maximum height of the arm 3 Tighten the arm height adjustment screw to secure the arm 4 Repeat steps 1 3 to adjust the opposite arm Figure 17 Arm Width Adjustment 1 Use a 4mm Allen wrench to loosen the adjustment screw at the lower rear of the seat Figure 18 21 Adjustment screw 4mm Arm Adjustment screw 4mm Adjustment screw 4mm 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 Repeat steps 1 3 to adjust the opposite arm Arm Rest Angle Adjustment 1 Lift the armrest 2 Loosen the stop nut with a 10mm wrench See figures 19 21 3 Use a 5mm Allen wrench to turn the armrest angle adjustment screw Turn the screw outward to adjust the angle downward turn it inward to adjust the angle upward to the desired angle Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 4 Tighten the stop nut with a 10mm wrench to lock the armrest angle adjustment screw 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for the opposite arm Footrest Angle Adjustment 1 Lift the footrest pl
6. Figure 33 4 Insert the plug at the other end of the charger power cord into a standard electrical wall outlet 5 Disconnect the charger power cord from the wall outlet and from the battery pack charging socket when the batteries are fully charged NOTE The batteries should be fully charged in eight hours A full charge is indicated when the green light on the battery charger side panel turns on and all 10 joystick LEDs are lit when joystick is turned on 34 To wall outlet Charger port 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 Joystick and Controller Protect the joystick and controller from adverse weather conditions Moisture will damage the controller and void your power chair s warranty Cleaning Use only a water dampened soft cloth to clean the ABS shroud The shroud has a protective coat that is very easy to maintain Do not use free flowing water to clean your Alante DX LT Water and extreme temperatures are the main elements that can adversely affect your power chair and its performance Water Rain Sleet and Snow Water in any form will cause electronic malfunction or corrosion of the electrical co
7. Golden Techn tive Seat Post The GP215 are warranted for FIVE YEARS ologies will repair or replace ny of the following structural fra ts found to be defective by an aut Techno Caster Beam Caster Forks Footrest thirteen months from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace wing drive trai Golden Technologies representa thirteen months from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Technologies will repair or replace wing electro be defective by an authorized s represe While charging batteries it is normal for the battery charger to heat up Heat coming from the battery charger DOES NOT constitute a defect 40 XII WARRANTY sumer Limited Warra Power Wheelchairs The following warranty is granted only to the INITIAL Consumer who has purchased our product and commences o th umer from an Authorized Golden Technologies Provider The Consumer must have logies to receive service This warranty supersedes all previous warranties for all pow nty covers the follow models unless otherwise Alant Jr GP200 Alant GP201 Compass GP600 Alant LT GP215 Limited Lifetime Warranty efective materials or ral frame componen p Golden Technologies w fective by an authorized ur option an ologies representa Steel Frame Frame Welds GP615TRO GP620 GP204 and the Thirteen Month L
8. Installation 1 Use a 4mm Allen wrench to remove the arm width adjustment screw from the arm receiver tube at the bottom rear of the seat frame See figure 7 2 Insert the arm into the arm receiver tube so that the arm pad faces toward the front of the unit 3 Adjust the width of the arm 4 Insert the arm width adjustment screw provided with the seat belt through the anchor and secure by tightening the adjustment screw See figure 8 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for the opposite side 15 Figure 8 Figure 7 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 Figure 9 2 Adjust the position of the joystick to a comfortable spot 3 Tighten the joystick adjustment screw with a 4mm Allen wrench Figure 10 4 Secure the joystick cable to the arm with the cable retaining straps 16 Joystick adjustment screw Battery Charge LED Array ON OFF Button Horn Button Speed Setting LED Array Speed Setting SLOWER Speed Setting FASTER Top View Bottom View Joystick mounting tube Mounting tube Arm Joystick adjustment screw 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
9. 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 17 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 V DISASSEMBLY To disassemble your Alante DX LT simply reverse the assembly process See pages 13 17 Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform disassembly Note The battery pack weighs 30 pounds on the Alante DX and 27 pounds on the Alante 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 Battery Pack Figure 12 18 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 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 COMFORT SETTINGS 1 Seat height 4 Arm height 7 Footrest angle 2 Headrest height 5 Arm width 8 Joystick bracket length 3 Backrest angle 6 Armrest angle 9 Joystick position Make certain that the power to your Alante DX LT is turned off b
10. in 9 5 in Rear N A N A Casters 6 in 6 in Front Anti Tip Wheels 4 in 4 in Standard Seat Captain s Seat Captain s Seat Slide Seat N A N A Back Height no headrest 18 18 Back Height with headrest 24 5 26 5 24 5 26 5 Width x Depth 18 x 16 18 x 16 Color Gray Vinyl Gray Vinyl Optional Seat Stadium Style Stadium Style Back Height no headrest 16 in 16 in Back Height with headrest N A N A Width x Depth 20 x 18 20 x 18 Color Charcoal Vinyl Charcoal Vinyl Footrest Yes Yes Height adjustable No No Angle adjustable Yes Yes Warranty Frame Five Years Five Years Drive Train 13 Month Warranty 13 Month Warranty Electronics2 13 Month Warranty 13 Month Warranty Notes 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 39 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 Con nty n the Date of Purchase by e Cons a warranty registration card filed with Golden Techno er chair models The warra ing power wheelchair noted Alant DX GP204 Compass GP601 Compass Sport GP605 Compass TRO GP615 Compass GP620 In the event of d workmanshi ill repair or replace at o y of the following structu ts found to be de
11. is another safety feature incorporated into your Alante DX LT This device monitors the amount of current being drawn from the batteries when the chair is in use When the motors are heavily strained and too high a current draw is being placed on the batteries the main circuit breaker will trip and bring your chair to a stop The main circuit breaker is located under the battery box handle RESET BUTTON If the main circuit breaker trips please wait for approximately 1 minute and then push the reset button to reset the main circuit breaker See Figure 30 Figure 30 NOTE Usually the thermal rollback feature is more sensitive than the main circuit breaker We recommend that you turn off the power to the chair and wait for five minutes when the chair suddenly loses speed or power Doing so will allow the overheated electrical components to cool to their normal operating temperatures 32 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 Using the wrong charger may also be a hazard OPERATIONAL RANGE Depending on the use the terrain and the driving conditions the batteries will provide up to 8 miles of operation on your Alante DX or 6 6 miles on your Alante LT
12. new power chair is very important to us If you feel that you do not understand the instructions and suggestions presented in this owner s manual or if for any reason you do not feel capable of performing the activities necessary to assemble disassemble operate or maintain your Alante DX LT please contact your local Golden Technologies Inc dealer or call Golden Technologies Inc Technical Support Services at 800 624 6374 Golden Technologies Inc cannot be held responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from the unsafe or the improper use of any of our broad range of health and personal mobility products Also Golden Technologies Inc cannot be held responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from attempts to follow instructions suggestions and guidelines presented in this owner s manual Our Research and Development Department our Quality Control Department and our Engineering Department have used the latest product specifications and the latest product design information to manufacture your Alante DX LT Golden Technologies Inc reserves the right to implement changes into our product lines when those changes become desirable or necessary If changes are implemented into our product line there may be minor differences between the product you purchased and the illustrations and instructions in this owner s manual Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty registration card Registration is
13. of Purchase ___________________ Body Color __________________ Options ______________________ Your Golden representative or dealer Name __________________________________________ Company ______________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________ Please remember to fill in and return your warranty registration card Tools Required The following tools will allow you to make all comfort adjustments to your power chair 2 13mm wrenches 17mm wrench 12mm wrench 10mm wrench 8mm Allen wrench 5mm Allen wrench 4mm Allen wrench 3 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 Ba
14. strength the closer one gets to the source of transmission When these energy waves act upon electrical devices and cause them to malfunction or to function in an erratic or uncontrolled manner they are referred to as Electromagnetic Interference EMI or Radio Frequency Interference RFI EMI RFI AND YOUR Alante DX LT All electrically powered vehicles including power chairs are susceptible to EMI RFI This interference could result in abnormal or unintended movement of your Golden Alante DX LT Unintended movement or brake release could cause an accident or injury The FDA has determined that each make and model of power chair can resist EMI RFI to a certain level The higher the level of immunity the greater the degree of protection from EMI RFI measured in volts per meter V m The FDA has also determined that current technology is capable of providing 20 V m of immunity to EMI RFI which would provide useful protection against common sources of interference This product has been tested and has passed an immunity level of 20 V m EMI RFI RECOMMENDATIONS Do not turn on or use hand held personal electronic communication devices such as cellular phones walkie talkies or CB radios while your power chair is turned on Be aware of any nearby transmitters radio television microwave etc on your intended route and avoid operation your of power chair close to any of those transmitters Turn off the power if your Alante DX LT i
15. the checks described contact your Golden Technologies representative for further assistance 1 LED The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the battery Check the connections to the battery If the connections are good try charging the battery 2 LEDs The left hand motor has a bad connection Check the connections to the left hand motor 3 LEDs The left hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Contact your Golden Technologies representative 4 LEDs The right hand motor has a bad connection Check the connections to the right hand module 5 LEDs The right hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Contact your Golden Technologies representative 6 LEDs The wheelchair is being prevented from driving by an external signal The exact cause will depend on the type of wheelchair you have one possibility is the battery charger is connected 7 LEDs A joystick fault is indicated Make sure that the joystick is in the center position before switching on the control system 8 LEDs A control system fault is indicated Make sure that all connections are secure 9 LEDs The parking brakes have a bad connection Check the parking brake and motor connections Make sure the control system connections are secure 10 LEDs An excessive voltage has been applied to the control system This is usually caused by a poor battery connection Check the battery connections 29 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual R
16. Your Alante DX LT will not power up or operate with the insulator in place 1 Grasp the battery box handle and lift the battery pack from the unit Figure 2 Figure 3 2 Remove the rectangular black fabric insulator from the unit 3 Replace the battery pack Be sure it is securely in place Note The Alante DX battery pack weighs 30 pounds and the Alante LT battery pack weighs 27 pounds The seat for either unit weighs 36 pounds Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight Seat Installation 1 Fold the seat back down Figure 4 13 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 Insert the seat into the seat post and release the lever Figure 6 4 Move the seat from side to side until it drops into place facing forward Note To rotate your seat pull up on the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat to the desired position Release the handle to lock the seat in position 14 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
17. ________________________________________________________ C Serial Number _____________________________________________________ Purchased From ____________________________________________________ City ____________________________ D Golden Technologies 01 Bridge St 4 O OWNER INFORMATION PRODUCT INFORMATION MAIL COMPLETED FORM TO 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 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 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
18. also available www goldentech com We at Golden Technologies Inc would appreciate hearing about the dependability of your Alante DX LT and about the convenience of mobility it has provided for you We would also appreciate hearing about the service you received from your local Golden Technologies Inc dealer or representative Golden Technologies Inc Phone 570 451 7477 401 Bridge Street Fax 570 451 7494 Old Forge PA 18518 Toll free 800 624 6374 For more information about our products and services or to send us your comments please visit our website at www goldentech com 5 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 I INTRODUCTION 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 Deluxe Pack N Go Forearm Crutch Holder Safety Flag Power chair Cover Touch up Paint Swing Away Joystick Bracket Optional Some accessories require a mounting bracket or mounting clips Please check with your dealer to find out if the accessory you would like to order requires a mounting bracket or mounting clips 6 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 II SAFETY Your Golden Alante DX LT is a battery operated personal mobility vehicle Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operat
19. arm of the chair 6 Adjust the length 7 Tighten the joystick adjustment screw 8 Reposition the joystick cable reconnect the cable and secure with the retaining straps If you do not feel capable of safely making these adjustments please contact your local Golden representative 24 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 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 in an area free of any obstacles Once you have gained confidence in your ability to control your power chair you will more easily be able to operate it in normal daily conditions A WORD OF CAUTION Before turning on the power of your Alante DX LT take note of your environment and set your speed control accordingly See Speed Control Buttons Figure 9 on page 16 For indoor driving we recommend that you select the lowest speed setting For outdoor driving we recommend that you select a speed setting at which you feel comfortable safe and in control of your power chair Familiarize yourself with the features of your Alante DX LT described below and follow the instructions to safely operate your power chair DRIVING The Joystick On Off Switch Push the on off button to turn on the power to your Alante DX LT Se
20. ate to access the adjustment bolt See figure 22 Figure 22 22 Footrest Plate Adjustment bolt 10 mm stop nut Adjustment screws Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 VI COMFORT SETTINGS cont Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 2 Loosen the stop nut with a 12mm wrench See figures 23 and 24 3 Use two 2 13mm wrenches to turn the adjustment bolt Turn the bolt inward to adjust the angle downward turn it outward to adjust the angle upward to the desired angle See figure 25 4 Tighten the stop nut with a 12mm wrench to lock the footrest angle adjustment bolt Joystick Bracket Length Adjustment 1 Loosen the joystick adjustment screw Figure 26 2 Loosen the joystick cable retaining straps 3 Slide the joystick forward or backward to the desired position 4 Tighten the joystick adjustment screw 5 Reposition the joystick cable and secure with the retaining straps 23 Joystick Cable 13 mm bolt 13 mm lock nut 12 mm stop nut Backward Forward Adjustment screw Retaining strap 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 Slide the joystick mount forward and remove the joystick 5 Position the joystick on either the left or right
21. e Figure 9 on page 16 The 10 LEDs will flash once and a number of LEDs will remain depending on the state of the battery charge The LED Light Emitting Diode array that functions as the battery charge gauge will light up See Battery Charging on pages 33 34 Pressing the on off button again will turn off the power to your Alante DX LT The Speed Control Buttons These buttons provide you with a way to control the maximum speed of your Alante DX LT Push the Slow button repeatedly to set your chair s speed to the slowest setting recommended for indoor operation Slowest speed is indicated by one 1 lit LED section on the speed indicator scale Push the Fast button repeatedly to set your chair s speed to its highest setting Highest speed is indicated by five 5 lit LED sections on the speed indicator scale NOTE For your safety the controller automatically sets the reverse speed acceleration and deceleration in proportion to the speed control setting 25 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 appli
22. ed and come to a smooth stop Pushing the joystick away from the neutral center position will move your Alante DX LT in the direction that the joystick is pushed The farther forward or backward you push the joystick the faster your power chair will go To operate your power chair gently push the joystick in the direction in which you want to travel Gentle operation of the joystick will provide you with smoother changes in speed and direction Sharp or jerky operation of the joystick will result in quick and drastic changes in direction and speed The Joystick Display The joystick display see Figure 9 on page 16 is a multifunctional visual display This display provides three types of information 1 On Off status 2 Battery charge level 3 Fault diagnostics 1 On Off Status When you turn on the power to your Alante DX LT the LED array will light up see Figure 9 on page 16 If the LED array is not lit the controller and the power chair are not in operating mode 26 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 A single lit red LED indicate
23. efore making any adjustments to eliminate the risk of the joystick being accidentally bumped and activating the power chair Seat Height Adjustment The seat is a center post design that is easily adjusted for height To adjust the height to a comfortable level 1 Remove the seat 2 Place a 17mm wrench on the lock nut and insert an 8mm Allen wrench into the bolt 3 Loosen and remove the bolt washers and lock nut noting their placement 3 Set the seat post to one of the three adjustment positions Figure 13 5 Replace the bolt washers and lock nut in the same order you remove them and tighten securely 19 Bolt washers and lock nut 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 The headrest will click to a stop in one of the preset positions 3 Repeat step 1 until the headrest is at the desired height Backrest Angle Adjustment Refer to figure 15 1 Place a 10 mm wrench on the lock nut and use a 5mm Allen wrench to loosen the bolt 2 Remove the bolt and place it into the desired position Note that there are four angle positions available 90 degrees to 120 degrees 3 Replace the lock nut and tighten Figure 15 Note The backrest can be folded down to minimize chair height during transport
24. ev A_011811 VII OPERATION cont 1 6 Slow or Sluggish Movement If the wheelchair does not travel at full speed or does not respond quickly enough and the battery condition is good check the maximum speed setting If adjusting the speed setting does not remedy the problem then there may be a non hazardous fault Contact your Golden Technologies representative 1 7 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator is Steady The display will vary slightly depending on whether the control system is programmed to operate with drive profiles 1 7 1 Maximum Speed Indication The number of LEDs illuminated shows the maximum speed setting For example if the setting is speed level 4 then the four left hand LEDs will be illuminated 1 7 2 Profile Indication The LED illuminated shows the selected drive profile For example if drive profile 4 is selected then the fourth LED from the left will be illuminated 1 8 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator Ripples Up and Down This indicated the control system is locked 1 9 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator Flashes This indicates the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for safety reasons The exact reason will depend on the type of wheelchair however the most common cause is that the seat is in the elevated position The VR 2 modules are not user serviceable Do not attempt to repair VR 2 modules Note that joystick OONAPU Out Of Neutral At Power Up is not a fault Simply by removing your hand from the joy
25. gment and or your ability to operate your Alante DX LT Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate a power chair 8 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 Use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass gravel and on decks where there is no railing Never drive on the roadway except when you must cross the street Cross streets at intersections and use the most direct route making sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic It is not recommended to drive your Alante DX LT up or down a step or curb that is higher than 1 1 2 inches Never back up or down a step or curb Never operate your Alante DX LT while you are under the influence of alcohol Do not operate or store your power chair where it will be exposed to rain snow mist and below freezing temperatures Do not operate your power chair on slippery icy or salted surfaces Never sit on your power chair when it is in freewheel mode and on an incline or decline Never place your power chair into freewheel mode without a trained assistant present Do not modify your power chair in any way that is
26. imited Warranty For the period of thirteen months from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or workmanship Golden Techn at our option a logies representative me componen horized Golden Anti Tip Forks Armrests For the period of at our option any of the follo tive n components found to be defective by an authorized Motor Gearbox Assembly Brake Assembly electrical function only Note An increase in operating noise of the motor gearbox DOES NOT constitute a defect With normal wear and tear operating noise is expected to increase For the period of at our option any of the follo ntative nic assemblies found to Golden Technologie Electronic Controller Battery Charger Wire Harness es excludes boot covers Note Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 For the period of rom the date of purchase in or workmanship Golden ill repair or ion any of the following parts zed Golden Rubber Components excludes tires and all wear onents excludes body amp all covered at the discretion of Golden Technologies Any accessories standard or optional supplied by e covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase with the particular unit Golden Technologies does not provide warranty on any of th hich may require replacement due to t wear and tear o ABS Plastic Shrouds Bulbs Fuses Battery Cases Brake Pads Upholstery This w an any implied warranty
27. ing it Driving your Alante DX LT carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people 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 BEFORE getting on your Alante DX LT Check to be certain that the power is turned OFF See Operation section on pages 23 30 This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the joystick and causing injury to you or to others Check to be certain that your Alante DX LT is not in the freewheel mode See the Operation section of pages 23 30 Flip up the armrests If your chair is equipped with swing away leg rests move them to the sides If your chair is equipped with a footrest flip it to the up position Getting ON your Alante DX LT Carefully seat yourself comfortably and securely on the seat Adjust the leg rests or flip down the footrest Flip down the armrests Fasten the seat belt Getting OFF your Alante DX LT Make certain that the power is turned off Unfasten the seat belt Flip up the armrests Flip up the footrest or move the leg rests to the sides Carefully stand and step away from the chair MAXIMUM WEIGHT Your Alante DX LT has been rated to a maximum payload passenger a
28. mponents connections and the chair frame Temperature At extremely low temperatures the batteries of your power chair may freeze pre venting your Alante DX LT from operating At extremely high temperatures your power chair may operate at slower speeds due to the controller s thermal rollback feature that is designed to prevent damage to the motors and to the other electrical components of the chair 35 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 Listed with those obstacles are some driving tips that should help you conquer those obstacles Learn and follow those tips and with surprising ease you will soon be in control of your power chair as you maneuver it through doors up and down ramps up and over curbs through grass and gravel and up and down inclines Doors Approach any unfamiliar door slowly Notice if the door has a door knob or a push bar Determine if the door opens towards you or away from you Do not try to use your own strength to open the door Learn to use the power of your power chair to do the majority of the work for you If the door opens away from you 1 Use one hand t
29. n again 27 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 VII OPERATION cont 1 4 Battery Gauge Flashes Rapidly even with the joystick released The control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been prevented from moving the wheelchair This indicates a system trip i e the VR2 has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electrical system Please follow this procedure Switch off the control system Make sure that all connectors on the wheelchair and the control system are mated securely Check the condition of the battery If you can t find the problem try using the self help guide given in section 1 6 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 1 5 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 Figure 27 28 Battery Gauge Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 VII OPERATION DIAGNOSTICS TROUBLESHOOTING 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
30. nd anything else being carried on the power chair of 300 pounds Exceeding the maximum weight rating will void your warranty Exceeding the maximum weight capacity will void your warranty and may result in injury to yourself and or others 7 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 Do not traverse or drive across the face of a gradient Do not attempt to negotiate an incline that is covered with snow ice cut or wet grass leaves or any other potentially hazardous material Do not back down an incline Try to keep your Alante DX LT moving when climbing an incline If you do come to a stop restart and accelerate slowly and carefully Do not try to descend or climb a slope whose gradient is greater than recommended See Specifications section IF WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN A SLOPE YOUR POWER CHAIR STARTS TO MOVE FASTER THAN YOU FEEL IS SAFE RELEASE THE JOYSTICK LEVER AND ALLOW YOUR ALANTE DX LT TO COME TO A STOP WHEN YOU FEEL THAT YOU AGAIN HAVE CONTROL OF YOUR POWER CHAIR PUSH THE JOYSTICK LEVER FORWARD AND CONTINUE SAFELY DOWN THE REMAINDER OF THE SLOPE MEDICATION Always check with your physician to determine if any of the medications you are taking may affect your jud
31. not authorized by Golden Technologies Inc Do not disassemble the tire If disassembly is required have your authorized Golden Technologies dealer perform any necessary maintenance or repair Do not attempt to inflate the tires of your Alante DX LT Your power chair is equipped with foam filled flat free tires that do not require inflation 9 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 II SAFETY 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 TURNING TOO SHARPLY AROUND A CORNER CAN CAUSE THE POWER CHAIR TO TIP AVOID THIS DANGER AT ALL TIMES BY STEERING A WIDE ARC AROUND CORNERS AND OBSTACLES ALSO TO AVOID THE RISK OF TIPPING REDUCE SPEED BEFORE NEGOTIATING ANY TURNS 10 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 III EMI RFI The rapid development of electronics especially in the area of communications has saturated our environment with electromagnetic radio waves that are emitted by television transmitters cellular phones citizen s band radios CBs amateur radios HAM radios wireless computer links microwave transmitters paging transmitters etc These electromagnetic EM waves are invisible and increase in
32. o turn the door knob or to operate the push bar 2 Use your other hand to control the power chair by gently operating the joystick to move your power chair slowly forward 3 Use your arm to push the door gently open 4 Drive through the doorway 5 If it is a self closing door it will close behind you 6 If it is not a self closing door stop your power chair when it is clear of the door and use your hand to push the door closed If the door opens towards you 1 Use one hand to turn the door knob or to pull the handle 2 Keep your grip on the door knob or on the handle 3 Use your other hand to control the power chair by gently operating the joystick to move your power chair slowly backward 4 Allow the power of your Alante DX LT to pull the door completely open 5 When the door is completely open stop your power chair 6 Drive through the doorway while keeping your hand on the door to prevent it from hitting or blocking your power chair 7 If it is a self closing door it will close behind you 8 If it is not a self closing door pull it closed behind you 36 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 Alante DX GP204
33. or approved by Golden Failure to adhere to the product instructions Circumstances beyond the control of Golden Technologies ANY PA 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 Warranty is fo replacement of the parts only and Technologies without prior written authorizat responsibility of the consumer There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are excluded Liabilities for co damages are excluded 41 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 Product Registration Form e at e to register your product may result in significant delays h ity _____________________________________ State ______ Zip ____________ __________ State ______ Zip ____________ ate Purchased _______________ ld Forge PA 18518 42 WARRANT Y REGISTRATION FORM Golden Technologies Please fill out this product registration form or you can also register your product onlin ww goldentech com Failur w s ould service be required Name ____________________________________________________________ Address __
34. s going to be in a stationary position for any length of time Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your power chair may make it more susceptible to 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 TURN OFF YOUR POWER CHAIR AS SOON AS IT IS SAFELY POSSIBLE IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS 11 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 IV ASSEMBLY Your Alante DX LT is shipped partially disassembled in order to maximize the protection of all its parts during the shipping process Please follow the instructions below to quickly and easily assemble the power chair for your use 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 Battery Pack 3 Seat Assembly 4 Seat Belt 5 Joystick 6 Foot Plate Figure 1 12 Seat Belt Foot Plate Joystick Seat Assembly Battery Pack Base 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
35. s the lowest state of operable charge on the batteries The batteries should be charged immediately NOTE To ensure a dependable battery charge we recommend that you charge the chair s batteries overnight Doing this will prolong the life of the batteries and spare you loss of operational power while you are using your chair normally Do not charge the batteries when all 10 LEDs are lit indicating that the batteries are at full charge Charging the batteries when they are fully charged will shorten the life of the batteries 3 Control System Status Indication The joystick LED array is also designed to help you diagnose any problems with the electrical components of your power chair The LED array does this by flashing on and off in a coded sequence The battery gauge and maximum speed profile indicator show the status of the control system A number of supposedly defective control systems returned to us are subsequently found to operate correctly This indicates that many reported faults are due to wheelchair problems rather than the control system 1 1 Battery Gauge is Steady This indicates that all is well 1 2 Battery Gauge Flashes Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible 1 3 Battery Gauge Steps Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and o
36. stick 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 30 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 To re engage the brakes and take your chair out of freewheel mode pull the levers forward towards the front of the power chair See Figure 29 Figure 28 Figure 29 Never put your power chair in freewheel mode when it is on a slope or incline of any type Never put your power chair in freewheel mode while you are operating your power chair 31 Drive Freewheel 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 The controller will automatically set the chair s speed back to full normal when the operating temperature returns to normal levels THE MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER The main circuit breaker
37. ttery Charging 33 34 IX Care and Maintenance of your GP204 GP215 35 X Riding Your Alante DX LT 36 37 XI Technical Specifications GP204 GP215 38 39 XII Warranty 40 41 Warranty Registration Card 42 4 Alante DX LT Owner s Manual Rev A_011811 I INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Alante DX LT power chair The Alante 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 Even though your new Alante DX LT is both user friendly and designed for maximum maneuverability in even the tightest spaces we ask that you please read understand and follow all of the instructions and suggestions in this manual before you operate your Alante DX LT for the first time The safe use of your
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