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                      ?[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 Golden Technologies - 401 Bridge Str eet - Old Forge, PA 18518 - Tel: 800-624-6374 - Fax : 800-628-5165 - www.goldentech.com  [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810       Thank you for purchasing your Golden LiteRider™ Scooter. We are honored you have chosen Golden Technologies for your mobility needs. LiteRider™ Models GL110/GL140 Standar[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………………………………4 Features and Benefits………………………………………………………………………………….5 Accessories for the LiteRider™ Scooter……………………[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 I. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new Golden LiteRider™ scooter. The LiteRider 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 scooter that will give you years o[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 I. INTRODUCTION FEATURES AND BENEFITS Your Golden LiteRider™ scooter has been designed with your comfort in mind. It has also been designed to be a safe method of transportation when safety and operating instructions are followed. Please review the features and benefits of certain components of the Lite[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 I. INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES FOR THE LITERIDER™ SCOOTER: A variety of accessories are available for your Golden LiteRider Scooter. Please contact your Authorized Golden Technologies Dealer for more information or to order. • Cane Holder Tube • Cup Holder • Deluxe Pack N’ Go • Forearm Crutch Hol[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 II. SAFETY Your Golden LiteRider™ is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your LiteRider carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people. NOTE: Before learning to operate[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 II. SAFETY DRIVING ON INCLINES • For maximum stability, lean forward in your LiteRider’s seat while proceeding up ramps, inclines, curbs, or any low rise. See figure 2. • Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access ramps. • Always climb or descend an incline b[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 II. SAFETY NOTE: When using either of the following procedures to back down a slope, Golden Technologies, Inc. strongly advises that you have the assistance of another person. Procedure 1 - Under Power 1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See section V. “Operation.” 2. Turn the speed contr[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 II. SAFETY 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. Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate a scooter. Do not connect or allow anyone except a[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 II. SAFETY RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS – continued • Always use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass or gravel. Also use caution on decks where there is no railing. • Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street. • Always cross street[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 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, m[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 IV. YOUR GOLDEN LiteRider™  Figure 4. Your Golden LiteRider (3-wheel) FOR YOUR RECORDS Please fill in your LiteRider’s information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your scooter. Your LiteRider Model ________[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 IV. YOUR GOLDEN LiteRider™ Specification GL-110 GL-140 Medicare Code K0800 K0800 Weight capacity 300 lbs. 300 lbs. Drive Wheels Rear Rear Maximum speed 5 mph 5 mph Operating Range 1 (using 2 12-volt , 18AH batte ries at 200 lbs.) 9.5 miles 8 miles Ground Clearance to center deck 3.75 in. 3.75 in. Ground[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 IV. YOUR GOLDEN LiteRider™ Specifications GL-110 GL-140 Standard Seat: Stadium Style Stadium Style Seat Back Height (no headrest) 16.0 in. 16.0 in. Width x Depth 17” x 16” 17” x 16” Color Black Vinyl Black Vinyl Optional Seat: Stadium Style Stadium Style Seat Back Height (no headrest) 17.5 in. 1[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 V. OPERATION  Figure 5. LiteRider™ Delta Tiller Control Panel   CONTROL PANEL Speed Adjustment Dial • The speed adjustment dial allows you to preselect the maximum top speed of your Golden LiteRider. See figure 5. • Turn the dial counterclockwise to op[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 V. OPERATION DC Battery Voltage Meter This meter (see figure 5 on page 16) shows the amount of voltage in your LiteRider’s batteries. • Green indicates a full charge on the batteries. • Yellow indicates caution and approximately a one-half charge of the batteries. • Red indicates that the batterie[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 V. OPERATION   SEATING Armrest Width Adjustment To adjust the armrest width: 1. Loosen the adjustment knobs at the rear of the seat. See #1 on figure 6. 2. Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width. 3. Tighten the adjustment knobs. Be sure adjustment[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 V. OPERATION FREEWHEEL MODE Your Golden LiteRider™ is equipped with a freewheel lever that can set your scooter in or out of freewheel mode. The freewheel lever engages your park brake. To disengage the park brake and put your scooter in freewheel mode: Push the freewheel lever forward. See #1 on figure[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VI. RIDING YOUR LiteRider™ MOUNTING NOTE: For your first driving session, make certain that your Golden LiteRider™ starts out on a level surface and that you will continue driving on a level surface. BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR LITERIDER 1. Check to be certain that the power is turned off. See section V. &[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VI. RIDING YOUR LiteRider™ BASIC DRIVING 1. Make certain that you are seated safely and properly on your Golden LiteRider. 2. Turn the speed control dial fully counterclockwise to its slowest setting. 3. Insert the key into the key switch—if you have not already done so. 4. Turn the key clockwise to t[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VI. RIDING YOUR LiteRider™ Steering in a Tight Spot If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway or when turning around: 1. Bring your LiteRider to a full stop. 2. Set speed at the lowest setting. 3. Turn the tiller to the direction in which you wish to drive. For more information on de[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VI. RIDING YOUR LiteRider™ CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS As you use your Golden LiteRider to greatly 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 [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VII. DISASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY Your LiteRider scooter is designed to be disassembled easily in order to be transported. When disassembling your scooter, please be sure to follow these simple instructions. Remove the Seat 1. Place your scooter on a level surface. Remove the key from the key switch before you[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VII. DISASSEMBLY Fold Down and Lock the Tiller 6. Push in and turn the tiller lock clockwise 90 de grees. See #1 on figure 16. This will lock the front wheel to keep it from turning side to side to help control while carrying. Figure 16. Lowered Tiller 7. Loosen tiller adjustment knob and fold the tiller [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VIII. ASSEMBLY Be aware of any possible pinch-points when connecting the rear frame to the front frame. Please note warning labels at pinch-points during assembly. Pinching and crushing hazard! Increased hazards due to pinching or crushing result due to the component weight (such as batteries) during prep[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VIII. ASSEMBLY Reinstall the Drivetrain 1. Line up the two yellow tabs on the frame, with the two grooves on the drivetrain, one on each side of the scooter. See figure 20. WATCH FINGER PLACEMENT! BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGERS! 2. Lower the frame onto the drivetrain until the drivetrain release lev[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 VIII. ASSEMBLY Install the Under-the-Seat and Tiller Baskets 6. Place the under-the-seat basket onto the frame. Place the tiller basket onto the tiller. See #1 and #2 on figure 15 on page 24. Install the Seat 7. Hold the seat on an angle so you can see the seat swivel post underneath 8. Place the seat swi[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 IX. TRANSPORTING YOUR LITERIDER™ Figure 24. LiteRider Models GL110/140 NOTE: All Golden LiteRider scooters can be equipped with docking devices for loading onto a vehicle by means of a mechanical lift or hoist. Contact your Golden Technologies, Inc. dealer for more information concerning docking devices[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The Golden LiteRider™ 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 performanc[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE BATTERIES AND CHARGING Battery maintenance is the most important part of maintaining your scooter. Keeping the batteries fully charged helps to extend battery life. Use the following guidelines to help keep your batteries in optimum condition. • For daily use, keep batteries full[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE IF YOUR LiteRider™ DOES NOT OPERATE • Make certain that the freewheel lever is set to the engaged position. See page 19. • Check the main circuit breaker. If necessary, reset the circuit breaker. See #1 on figure 27. • Make certain that the speed adjustment dial is at the d[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Resetting the Main Circuit Breaker 1. If the main circuit breaker trips as a result of run-down batteries or because of a temporary overload, reset the circuit breaker: 2. Wait ten minutes or so for the motor control board to return to the normal operating temperature range. 3. Mak[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE 4 Beeps • Indicates that the motor control board is overloaded and overheated. • An overload can occur if you have been driving your LiteRider for an extended period of time up an incline that is steeper than the recommended grade (see “Driving on Inclines” on page 8). • [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE 7 Beeps • Indicates a problem with the throttle control lever. • May also indicate a problem with the potentiometer (speed control). • Your scooter will not operate until the problem is resolved. Remedy: • Make certain that all electrical connections are firmly and correctl[...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 XI. WARRANTY   [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 36 XI. WARRANTY    Golden  Technologies’  Consumer  Limited  Warranty    [...]

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    LiteRider™ Owner’s Manual R ev.A_122810 37 XII. 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. Name: __________[...]

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