Golden Technologies GP160 Wheelchair User Manual
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1. MECHANICAL DEVICE TO YOUR LITERIDER PTC UNAUTHORIZED ACCESSORIES WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE INJURY LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 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 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 LiteRider PTC All electrically powered vehicles including power chairs are susceptible to EMI RFI This interference could result in abnormal or unintended movement of your Golden LiteRider PTC AN WARNING injury Unintended movement or brake release could cause an accident or 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 m2. Mechanical Brakes es Charger Off Board Contos o0 Fi CN Length 33 in Width 22 5 in Height ground to top of back of seat 33 0 34 0 Height ground to top of back of headrest N Ground to top of Seat 20 5 21 5 Number of Seat Height Adjustments Size of Increments 1 0 in Weight of Unit assembled 114 lbs Base 67 lbs Seat with Arms 22 lbs gt o Batteries 25 lbs pack 34 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 XI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications LiteRider PTC Width x Depth 17 x 16 CE RN NN 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 35 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 XII WARRANTY Consumer Limited Warranty Power Wheelchairs The following warranty is granted only to the INITIAL Consumer who has purchased our product and commences on the Date of Purchase by the Consumer from an Authorized Golden Technologies Provider The Consumer must have a warranty registration card filed with Golden Technologies to receive service This warranty supersedes all previous warranties for all power chair models The warranty covers the following power wheelchair models unless otherwise noted Alant Jr GP200 Compass GP600 Compass TRO GP615
3. charge your batteries overnight after every use f you are not going to use the power chair for more than a week fully charge the batteries and then disconnect them from the power chair See figure 2 on page 12 Charging Guidelines Checklist to Maximize Battery Life v Use only the automatic off board charger supplied for all routine charging v Never use an automotive or wet type charger v Avoid deep discharges and never drain the batteries completely Y Do not leave batteries in a low state of charge for extended periods Charge a discharged battery as soon as possible Fully recharge batteries regularly Always store batteries fully charged Check stored batteries once a month and recharge as necessary NS S 29 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VIII BATTERY CHARGING CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your LiteRider PTC s charging system is designed for your safety and for your convenience Follow the steps below to recharge the batteries 1 Position your LiteRider PTC 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 or alternatively into the battery pack See figures 19 and 20 Alternate Charging Method Standard Wall Outlet Figure 19 Figure 20 4 Insert the plug at the other end of the charger power cord into a standard electrical wall outlet Power to the
4. charger indicated by a red LED NOTE Make sure the standard electrical wall outlet is not controlled by a light switch causing the charger to accidentally shut off when it is activated 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 Alternatively you may charge the battery pack directly 1 Remove the battery pack from the power chair 2 Locate the charger port on the side of the battery pack and swing the cover open 3 Plug the charger into the battery pack socket 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 30 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The Golden LiteRider PTC is virtually maintenance free All of the bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed No additional lubrication is required There are however several things that you can do to help keep up the appearance and maintain the performance of your power chair We recommend that you periodically check the following Tire Tread Regularly visually
5. im 2 3 4 5 19 Remove front body shroud by lifting it up and off of the power chair base Use a 10mm socket and 4mm Allen wrench to remove the bolts indicated in figure 12 Slide the footrest to the desired height Align the bolt holes in the footrest and the footrest bracket Install and tighten the bolts ly so i i be d Ner nc JR Pame Lock Nuts L 10mm t M S d DA Figure 12 Height Adjust Bolts 4mm Allen LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VI COMFORT SETTINGS Joystick Bracket Length Adjustment 1 Loosen the adjustment knob See figure 13 2 Slide the joystick holder in or out to the desired position 3 Tighten the adjustment knob Figure 13 Joystick Position Loosen the joystick adjustment screw Slide the joystick mount forward and remove the joystick Reposition the joystick and joystick cable to the opposite side of the power chair Flip up the armrest Remove the two bolts connecting the joystick bracket to the armrest See figure 14 J DI WIN Joystick Adjustment Screw Joystick Bracket Bolts 2 gt Smm Allen Figure 14 6 Place the joystick bracket on the opposite armrest align the two bolts with the two holes in the armrest and tighten to secure the bracket to the armrest 7 Insert the joystick mount into the joystick bracket and adjust to a comfortable position 8 Tighten the joystick adjustment s
6. 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 YOUR LiteRider PTC Tires Clean the tires with ordinary kitchen type cleaners and a damp cloth Do not use solvents on the tires Solvents can cause the tire material to break down or become too soft Body Clean the body of your power chair with a damp cloth Do not hose down your scooter Dry with a clean soft cloth Use cool water mixed with a mild soap to remove dirt and oils Buff by hand with a soft cloth Vinyl Seat Clean with a mild soap or mild detergent and a damp cloth A vinyl cleaner may also be used AN WARNING po not use free flowing water to clean your LiteRider PTC 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 components connections and the chair frame Temperature Atextremely low temperatures the batteries of your power chair may freeze preventing your LiteRider PTC from operating Atextremely high temperatures your power chair may operate at slower speeds due to the controller s thermal rollback feature t
7. 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 e Turn off the power if your LiteRider PTC is 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 AN WARNING TURN OFF YOUR POWER CHAIR AS SOON AS IT IS SAFELY POSSIBLE IF UNINTENDED OR UNCONTROLLABLE MOTION OCCURS OR IF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OCCURS 10 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 IV ASSEMBLY Your LiteRider PTC 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
8. stop your power chair when it is clear of the door and use your hand to push the door closed EN Ed 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 LiteRider PTC to pull the door completely open o 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 itis a self closing door it will close behind you 8 If it is not a self closing door pull it closed behind you 32 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 X RIDING YOUR LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC 33 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 XI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Medicare Code N A Weight capacity 275 lbs Drive Wheels Rear Maximum speed 3 5 mph Operating Range 9 5 miles Ground Clearance 2 5 in Turning Radius 26 in Type Batteries 2 18 AH Colors Freewheel Mode Electronic Speed Control es Electro
9. 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 following electronic assemblies found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Electronic Controller Battery Charger Wire Harness es excludes boot covers Note While charging batteries it is normal for the battery charger to heat up Heat coming from the battery charger DOES NOT constitute a defect 36 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 XII WARRANTY Consumer Limited Warranty Power Wheelchair continued 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 following parts found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Bearings Rubber Components Plastic Components Bushings excludes tires and all wear excludes body amp all Seat swivel parts wear parts mechanism Items not mentioned or listed are covered at the discretion of Golden Technologies Any accessories standard or optional supplied by Golden Technologies are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase with the particular unit Warranty Exclusions Golden Technologies does not provide warranty on any of the following items which may require replacement due to t
10. 6 VL Comor CLUBS i siria ora r que ICI TI SORIA EINE 17 20 VII Operation Diagnostics Troubleshooting cesses nene 21 28 VIN Battery C IAE IIO xoisucuimac speed beers 29 30 IX Care and Maintenance or your GP TO60 5 eroe ia al 3l x Ridms Your Uilerider PC cssxtssccsaamontia en aphelion pila nou OPU eni 32 33 AL Technical 5peciications GPTO0 sc rubata 34 35 XIR Meroni oa 36 37 Watratity ISGSISUEALIOR Caria teat re a deu ronda at bates bre adaas ira 38 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 I INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new LiteRider PTC Personal Transport Chair The LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC 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 power chair for the first time The safe use of your 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 reaso
11. Alant GP201 Compass GP601 Compass GP620 Alant DX GP204 Compass Sport GP605 LiteRider PTC GP160 Alant LT GP215 Alant Sport GP205 Limited Lifetime Warranty In the event of 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 Steel Frame Frame Welds Seat Post The GP615TRO GP620 GP204 GP215 GP205 and the GP160 are warranted for FIVE YEARS Thirteen Month Limited Warranty 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 following structural frame components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Caster Beam 4 Caster Forks Footrest 9 Anti Tip Forks 9 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 following drive train components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative 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
12. 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 e Never place your power chair into freewheel mode without a trained assistant present Do not modify your power chair in any way that is 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 LiteRider PTC Your power chair is equipped with foam filled flat free tires that do not require inflation e Never sit on your LiteRider PTC when it is being transported Always fasten down your LiteRider PTC securely with an approved tie down system while transporting your power chair LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 II SAFETY Please be sure to follow this important warning when transferring onto or off the Golden LiteRider PTC Personal Transport Chair AN WARNING NEVER TRANSFER ON OR OFF OF THIS POWER WHEELCHAIR USING THE SEAT BACKREST FOR SUPPORT DURING TRANSFER THE SEAT BACK MAY FOLD DOWN AND MAY CAUSE YOU TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE AND COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Golden Technologies Inc AN WARNING DO NOT CONNECT OR ALLOW ANYONE EXCEPT AN AUTHORIZED GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES REPRESENTATIVE TO CONNECT ANY ELECTRICAL OR
13. GOLDEN LiteRicer pt Owner s Manual Rear Wheel Drive Power Chair Model GP160 OLDE technologies YOUR LIFE IN MOTION Golden Technologies 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Tel 800 624 6374 Fax 800 628 5165 www goldentech com LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 Thank you for purchasing your LiteRider PTC Personal Transport Chair We are honored you have chosen Golden Technologies for your mobility needs LiteRider PTC Model GP160 Standard Packing List 1 Owner s Manual Base with Under the Seat Basket Battery Pack Seat 2 Seat Arms 1 Joystick Control 1 Battery Charger Seat Post Nut and Bolt DISCLAIMER We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 CONTENTS Te D tEOCIUC THOM 6 side 4 5 AEE S a e EE E EEE E A T EE E E TEE NEE E te dad S Mud a abu qud tss cada ird ud dde pd dE 6 9 TERRE TURA do horn Sere er iii 10 Ni Assembly oF vour GP LOO rreri iE A E E EE E 11 15 V Disassembly and Battery Replacement ees tetas re e Ra pes O ERO EDA 1
14. 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 with Under the Seat Basket 2 Battery Pack 3 Seat Assembly 4 Joystick o Foot Plate Joystick Seat Assembly ad Under the Seat Basket Base XJ Lo g Wi PI p lt Foot Plate Figure 1 11 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 IV ASSEMBLY Before operating or assembling your LiteRider PTC be sure to remove the battery deactivate strip and connect the joystick cable to the VR2 controller Your LiteRider PTC will not power up or operate without completing these steps 1 Remove the battery pack by pulling up on the handle and remove the battery deactivate strip See figure 2 Figure 2 Figure 3 2 Connect the joystick control to the VR2 power module See figure 3 AN WARNING Be sure the joystick cable is securely attached to the unit and that the cable is not able to trail on the ground or become entangled on any surrounding objects while the unit is in use A WARNING The LiteRider PTC battery pack weighs 25 pounds The seat with arms weighs 22 pounds Removal of arms will reduce the weight of the seat Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight 12 LiteRider PTC Owne
15. RELEASE THE JOYSTICK LEVER AND ALLOW YOUR LITERIDER PTC 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 judgment and or your ability to operate your LiteRider PTC Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate a power chair LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 II SAFETY SAFETY RULES Do not attempt to use your LiteRider PTC on an escalator Always use an elevator Do not carry passengers on your power chair Do not operate your LiteRider PTC 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 e Always 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 LiteRider PTC up or down a step or curb that is higher than 1 1 2 inches e Never back up or down a step or curb Never operate your LiteRider PTC 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
16. ages 29 30 Doing this will prolong the life of your batteries and spare you loss of operational power while you are using your chair normally 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 Battery Gauge is Steady This indicates that all is well Battery Gauge Flashes Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible 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 on again Battery Gauge Ripples The joystick has been displaced OONAPU while the control system is switched on Release the joystick to clear the fault 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 23 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION Battery Gauge Flashes Rapidly even with the joystick rele
17. ased See figure 15 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 e Place the joystick in the center position and turn the control system off and on again to clear the fault If the fault does not clear go to the next step e Switch off the control system e Disconnect and reconnect all connectors on the wheelchair and the control system to make sure they are mated securely e Check the condition of the battery e If you can t find the problem go to the Self Help Guide section below e 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 See page 25 Battery Charge LED Array On Off Button Speed Setting Horn Button LED Array Speed Setting FASTER Speed Setting SLOWER Figure 15 24 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION DIAGNOSTICS TROUBLESHOOTING Below are a list of trouble shooting actions Try to use this list before you contact your Golden Technologies represent
18. ative 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 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 motor 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 One possibility is the battery charger is connected Disconnect the charger 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 Th
19. crew to secure the joystick If you do not feel capable of safely making these adjustments please contact your local Golden representative 20 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION Your LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC take note of your environment and set your speed control accordingly See Speed Control Buttons figure 15 on page 24 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 LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC See figure 15 on page 24 The 10 LEDs will flash once and a number of LEDs will remain depending on the state of the battery charge The LED Light Emitti
20. e 17 AN WARNING Never put your power chair in freewheel mode when it is on a slope or incline of any type AN WARNING Never put your power chair in freewheel mode while you are operating your power chair 21 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION THERMAL ROLLBACK Your LiteRider PTC 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 is another safety feature incorporated into your LiteRider PTC 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 18 Figure 18 NOTE Usually the thermal rollback feature is more sensitive than
21. en wrench See figure 9 2 Slide the arm in or out to the desired width di 4 Repeat steps 1 3 to adjust the opposite arm Tighten the adjustment screw to secure the arm Figure 9 Note The backrest can be folded down to minimize chair height during transport Armrest Angle Adjustment l 2 3 Lift armrest up See figure 10 Turn jam nut counter clockwise to loosen Turn the adjustment bolt using a 5mm Allen wrench to raise or lower the armrest angle Turning the bolt counter clockwise will raise the angle Turning the bolt clockwise will lower the angle Turn until desired angle is reached Re tighten jam nut by turning clockwise Repeat steps 1 4 on the opposite armrest Adjustment Bolt 5mm Allen Jam Nut gt 14mm Figure 10 18 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VI COMFORT SETTINGS Footrest Angle Adjustment l D 3 Fold the footrest upward for easy access to the angle adjustment bolt See figure 11 Turn the jam nut counter clockwise with a 17mm wrench to loosen Use an 8mm Allen wrench to turn the adjustment bolt Turn the adjustment bolt counter clockwise to increase the footrest angle Turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease the footrest angle When the desired footrest angle is reached re tighten the jam nut Angle Adjustment Bolt gt g amp 17mm 8mm Allen Figure 11 Footrest Height Adjustment
22. hat is designed to prevent damage to the motors and to the other electrical components of the chair 3l LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 X RIDING YOUR LiteRider PTC Control Through Tight Spots As you use your LiteRider PTC 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 e Approach any unfamiliar door slowly e 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 to 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 Use your arm to push the door gently open Drive through the doorway If it is a self closing door it will close behind you If it is not a self closing door
23. he normal wear and tear of day to day usage Tires and Tubes Motor Brushes Brake Pads ABS Plastic Shrouds Bulbs Fuses Upholstery Armrest Pads Battery Cases This warranty also excludes the following Batteries Please consult battery manufacturer for any implied warranty Loss or theft of components Damage 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 Golden Technologies Exceeding the specified weight capacity of the unit Accessories other than those supplied or approved by Golden Technologies Failure to adhere to the product instructions Acts of Nature such as lightning strikes earthquakes etc Circumstances beyond the control of Golden Technologies VVVVV VVVV NV ANY PARTS 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 Warranty is for the replacement of the parts only and does not include freigh
24. is is usually caused by a poor battery connection Check the battery connections 25 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION 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 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator This LED array shows the maximum speed setting for the power chair or if the control system is programmed for drive profile operation the selected drive profile Maximum Speed Profile Indicator is Steady The display will vary slightly depending on whether the control system is programmed to operate with drive profiles 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 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 Maximum Speed Profile Indicator Ripples Up and Down This indicates the control system is locked Unlock the control system Locking Unlocking the Wheelchair The VR2 control system can be locked to prevent unauthorized use The locking method is via a sequence of key pre
25. n you do not feel capable of performing the activities necessary to assemble disassemble operate or maintain your LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC 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 also available www goldentech com We at Golden Technologies Inc would appreciate hearing about the dependability of your LiteRider PTC and about the convenience
26. ne Getting OFF your LiteRider PTC Make certain that the power is turned off e Unfasten the seat belt if your chair is equipped with one Flip up the armrests Flip up the footrest Carefully stand and step away from the chair MAXIMUM WEIGHT Your LiteRider PTC has been rated to a maximum payload passenger and anything else being carried on the power chair of 275 pounds Exceeding the maximum weight rating will void your warranty AN WARNING Exceeding the maximum weight capacity will void your warranty and may result in injury to yourself and or others LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 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 LiteRider PTC 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 the recommended maximum incline of 6 degrees AN WARNING IF WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN A SLOPE YOUR POWER CHAIR STARTS TO MOVE FASTER THAN YOU FEEL IS SAFE
27. ng Diode array that functions as the battery charge gauge will light up See Battery Charging on pages 29 30 Pressing the on off button again will turn off the power to your LiteRider PTC The Speed Control Buttons These buttons provide you with a way to control the maximum speed of your LiteRider PTC 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 21 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION The Joystick The joystick see figure 15 on page 24 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 Pushing the joystick away from the neutral center position will move your LiteRider PTC in the direction that the joystick is pushed The fa
28. 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 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 I INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES for the LiteRider PTC Personal Transport Chair A variety of accessories are available for your Golden LiteRider PTC Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Dealer for more information or to order Cane Holder Tube e Crutch Holder e Oxygen Tank Holder e Safety Flag e Cup Holder e Power Chair Cover e Quad Cane Holder e Touch up Paint e Rear Basket e Deluxe Pack N Go e Walker Holder e Seat Belt 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 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your LiteRider PTC information below This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies Inc concerning your power chair Your LiteRider PTC Model Serial Number Date of Purchase Body Color Options Your Golden representative or dealer Name Com
29. ou 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 5 Footrest Height 2 Arm Width 6 Joystick Bracket Length 3 Armrest Angle 7 Joystick Position 4 Footrest Angle AN WARNING wake certain that the power to your LiteRider PTC is turned off before 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 See figure 8 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 washer and lock nut noting their placement 4 Set the seat post to one of the two adjustment positions f Seat Stop uem 1 t Lock Nut Figure 8 5 Reinsert the bolt washer and lock nut in the same order you remove them and tighten securely 6 The seat stop must be positioned on the left side of the seat post Remove the two screws two lock nuts and reposition the seat stop to the left side of the seat post 7 Reinsert the two screws two lock nuts and tighten securely 17 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VI COMFORT SETTINGS Arm Width Adjustment l Loosen the adjustment screw at the rear of the seat with a 4mm All
30. pany 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 e SOCket Wrenches 17mm 14mm 10mm and 8mm e Allen Wrenches 8mm 5mm and 4mm LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 II SAFETY Your Golden LiteRider PTC is a battery operated personal mobility vehicle Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it Driving your LiteRider PTC carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people Note Before learning to operate your LiteRider PTC 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 LiteRider PTC Check to be certain that the power is turned OFF See Operation section on pages 21 28 This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the joystick and causing injury to you or to others Check to be certain that your LiteRider PTC is not in the freewheel mode See the Operation section of pages 21 28 Flip up the armrests Flip up the footrest Getting ON your LiteRider PTC Carefully seat yourself comfortably and securely on the seat Flip down the footrest Flip down the armrests e Fasten the seat belt if your chair is equipped with o
31. r s Manual Rev A 121911 IV ASSEMBLY Seat Installation 1 Fold the seat back down 2 Grasp the seat firmly on each side lift the seat and align the seat pin with the hole in the seat post receiver See figure 4 Figure 4 3 Insert the seat into the seat post 4 Push down on the seat to lock into place Move the seat from side to side to make sure it is locked into place Note To rotate your seat push down on the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat to the desired position Release the handle to lock the seat in position A WARNING ge sure the seat is correctly installed and locked before operating your power chair 13 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 IV ASSEMBLY Arm Installation 1 Loosen the arm width adjustment screw from the arm receiver tube at the bottom rear of the seat frame with a 4mm Allen wrench See figure 5 2 Insert the arm into the arm receiver tube so that the arm pad faces toward the front of the unit Figure 5 3 Adjust the width of the arm 4 Tighten the arm width adjustment screw to secure the arm in place o Repeat steps 1 4 for the opposite side Seat Belt Installation Optional Equipment 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 5 2 Insert one of the screws provided with the seat belt through one of the seat belt anchors reinsert the screw into the receive
32. r tube and tighten to secure 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite side of the seat belt 14 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 IV ASSEMBLY Joystick Installation 1 Loosen the joystick bracket adjustment screw located under the armrest See figure 6 2 Insert the joystick mounting tube into the joystick bracket under the armrest 3 Adjust the position of the joystick to a comfortable spot 4 Tighten the joystick adjustment screw to secure the joystick Figure 6 Note The joystick may be installed on the left or right arm according to your preference 15 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 V DISASSEMBLY and BATTERY REPLACEMENT To disassemble your LiteRider PTC simply reverse the assembly process See pages 11 15 AN WARNING Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform disassembly Battery Replacement Should your batteries need replacement please contact your Golden Technologies representative Battery replacement requires disassembly of the battery pack and must be performed by a qualified technician AN WARNING The battery pack weighs 25 pounds on the LiteRider PTC Please get help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight Figure 7 16 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VI COMFORT SETTINGS You may be spending a great deal of time on your LiteRider PTC To provide y
33. rther 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 15 on page 24 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 LiteRider PTC the LED array will light up see figure 15 on page 24 If the LED array is not lit the controller and the power chair are not in operating mode 22 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 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 indicates the lowest state of operable charge on the batteries The batteries should be charged immediately NOTE To ensure a dependable battery charge refer to the Battery Charging section on p
34. sses and joystick movements as detailed below To lock the wheelchair While the control system is switched on depress and hold the on off button e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the on off button Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair Use the on off button to switch the control system on The maximum speed profile indicator will be rippling up and down e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now unlocked 26 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VII OPERATION Maximum Speed Profile Indicator Flashes This indicates the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for safety reasons Contact your Golden Technologies representative NOTE The VR 2 modules are not user serviceable Do not attempt to repair VR 2 modules FREEWHEEL MODE To disengage the brakes and put your power chair in freewheel mode push the freewheel levers down See figure 16 Tore engage the brakes and take your chair out of freewheel mode pull the freewheel levers up See figure 17 Freewheel d BRAKE DISENGAGE DISENGAGE Figure 16 Figur
35. t for the replacement parts Consumers are not to return any item s to Golden Technologies without prior written authorization Any damages incurred while warranted part s are in transport are the sole 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 consequential damages are excluded This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM Golden Technologies Product Registration Form Please fill out this product registration form or you can also register your product online at www goldentech com Failure to register your product may result in significant delays should service be required OWNER INFORMATION City State Zip PRODUCT INFORMATION Serial Number Purchased From City State Zip Date Purchased MAIL COMPLETED FORM TO Golden Technologies 401 Bridge St Old Forge PA 18518 Fold Here First Golden Technologies 401 Bridge St Old Forge PA 18518 Fold Here Second GOLDEN LiteRider ptr Model GP160 da GOLDE technologies YOUR LIFE IN MOTION 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Tel 800 624 6374 Fax 800 628 5166 www goldentech com LiteRider PTC OM REVA 121911
36. 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 28 LiteRider PTC Owner s Manual Rev A 121911 VIII BATTERY CHARGING AN WARNING You must use only the charger that is supplied with your LiteRider PTC 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 battery pack will provide up to 9 5 miles of operation on your LiteRider PTC BATTERIES AND CHARGING Battery maintenance is the most important part of maintaining your power chair Keeping the batteries fully charged helps to extend battery life Use the following guidelines to help keep your batteries in optimum condition IMPORTANT New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to the initial use of your power chair Charge new batteries for 12 hours even if the battery gauge already shows a full charge This is to condition your new batteries for maximum performance For daily use keep batteries fully charged We recommend that you plug in the off board charger after each use and charge 6 8 hours For best results please
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