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Golden Technologies Buzzaround XL GB117 Owner's Manual
Summary of Buzzaround XL GB117
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Owner’s manual models gb117/gb117s/gb147/gb147s 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 gb147/gb147s gb117/gb117s.
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515.
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 thank you for purchasing your buzzaround xl™ scooter. We are honored you have chosen golden technologies for your mobility needs. Buzzaround xl™ models gb117/gb117s/gb147/gb147s standard packing list: 1 owner’s manual 1 battery pack 1 front basket 1 seat with...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 contents i. Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………4 features and benefits……………………………………………………………………………..5 accessories for the buzzaround xl™ scooter……………………………………………….6 ii. Safety………………………………………………………………………………………….7-11 iii. Emi/rfi…………………………………………………………...
Page 5: I. Introduction
Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 i. Introduction congratulations on the purchase of your new buzzaround xl™ scooter. The buzzaround xl 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...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 i. Introduction features and benefits your buzzaround xl™ 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 ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 i. Introduction accessories for the buzzaround xl™ scooter: a variety of accessories are available for your golden buzzaround xl scooter. Please contact your authorized golden technologies dealer for more information or to order. • cane holder - tube • quad c...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 ii. Safety your buzzaround xl™ is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your buzzaround xl carefully and thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 ii. Safety driving on inclines • for maximum stability, lean forward in your buzzaround xl’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 ra...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 ii. Safety 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. “op...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 buzzaround xl. Also check with your physician concerning your physical ability to operate...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 ra...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 iv. Your golden buzzaround xl™ figure 4. Your golden buzzaround xl (model gb147) for your records please fill in your buzzaround xl’s information below. This information will be useful in the event that you ever need to contact golden technologies, inc. Conce...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 iv. Your golden buzzaround xl™ specification gb-117/gb117s gb-147/gb-147s medicare code 4 k0800 k0800 weight capacity 300 lbs. 300 lbs. Drive wheels rear rear maximum speed 4 mph 4 mph operating range 1 8 miles / 13 miles 8 miles / 13 miles ground clearance u...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 iv. Your golden buzzaround xl™ specifications gb-117/gb117s gb-147/gb-147s optional seat: stadium style stadium style seat back height (no headrest) 16.0 in. 16.0 in. Width x depth 18” x 16”, 20” x 18” 18” x 16”, 20” x 18” color black vinyl black vinyl warran...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 v. Operation figure 5. Buzzaround xl™ delta tiller control panel control panel speed adjustment dial • the speed adjustment dial allows you to preselect the maximum top speed of your golden buzzaround xl. See figure 5. • turn the dial counterclockwise to oper...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 v. Operation dc battery voltage meter this meter (see figure 5) shows the amount of voltage in your buzzaround xl’s batteries. • green indicates a full charge on the batteries. • yellow indicates caution and approximately a one-half charge of the batteries. •...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 v. Operation seating figure 6. Armrest width adjustment figure 7. Armrest angle adjustme nt armrest width adjustment to adjust the armrest width: 1. Loosen the adjustment knobs at the rear of the seat. See figure 6. 2. Slide the armrests in or out to the desi...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 v. Operation figure 8: seat rotation adjustment seat rotation lever the seat can be rotated through 360° and locked at any 45° position. 1. Pull up on the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat to the desired position. See figure 8. 2. Release the handle to ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 v. Operation do not sit in or attempt to move your buzzaround xl unless the frame and rear carriage are securely engaged. Accidental separation of the frame from the rear carriage may occur and cause injury or damage. Never sit on your buzzaround xl in freewh...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vi. Riding your buzzaround xl™ mounting for your first driving session, make certain that your buzzaround xl™ starts out on a level surface and that you will continue driving on a level surface. Before getting on your buzzaround xl 1. Check to be certain that...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vi. Riding your buzzaround xl™ basic driving 1. Make certain that you are seated safely and properly on your golden buzzaround xl. 2. Turn the speed control dial fully counterclockwise to its slowest setting. 3. Insert the key into the key switch—if you have ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vi. Riding your buzzaround xl™ 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 buzzaround xl to a full stop. 2. Set speed at the lowest setting. 3. Turn the tiller to the direction i...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vi. Riding your buzzaround xl™ control through tight spots as you use your golden buzzaround xl to greatly increase your mobility, you will undoubtedly encounter some obstacles that will require practice to negotiate smoothly and safely. Below are some common...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vii. Disassembly disassembly your buzzaround xl 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 sur...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 vii. Disassembly remove the tiller basket 5. Remove the tiller basket by pulling up. Fold down and lock the tiller 6. Push in and turn the tiller lock clockwise 90 degrees. See #1 on figure 16. This will lock the front wheel to keep it from turning side to si...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 viii. Assembly warning! 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. Warning! Pinching and crushing hazard! Increased hazards due to pinching or crushing r...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 viii. Assembly reinstall the drivetrain 1. Line up the frame and the drivetrain. See figure 19. Warning! Watch finger placement! Be careful not to pinch your fingers! 2. Lower the frame onto the drivetrain until the drivetrain release lever engages. You shoul...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 viii. Assembly raise the tiller 4. Loosen the tiller adjustment knob and raise the tiller. See figure 22. 5. Tighten the tiller adjustment knob at the desired position. Figure 22. Tiller raised make sure you tighten your tiller adjustment knob to be sure it i...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 viii. Assembly install the seat 7. Hold the seat on an angle so you can see the seat swivel post underneath. 8. Place the seat swivel post into the seat receiver post as shown in figure 23. 9. Push down on the seat to lock the seat in place. Move the seat fro...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 ix. Transporting your buzzaround xl™ figure 24. Buzzaround xl (model gb117) all golden buzzaround xl 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...
Page 33: X. Care and Maintenance
Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 x. Care and maintenance routine maintenance the buzzaround xl™ 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 ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 x. Care and maintenance important! New batteries must be fully charged prior to the initial use of your scooter. 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 perfo...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 x. Care and maintenance if your buzzaround xl™ does not operate • make certain the freewheel lever is set to the engaged position. See page 20. • check the main circuit breaker. If necessary, reset the circuit breaker. See figure 25 on page 33. • make certain...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 x. Care and maintenance if the main circuit breaker continues to trip, there is probably an underlying electrical fault that needs attention. • contact your authorized golden technologies, inc. Dealer. • do not keep resetting the main circuit breaker without ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 buzzaround xl for an extended period of time up an incline above the recommended 6 degrees. • an overl...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 electri...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 xi. Warranty consumer limited warranty scooters effective june 1, 2008 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’ p...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 xi. Warranty golden technologies’ consumer limited warranty scooters (continued) one-year limited warranty: for the period of one year from the date of purchase, in the event of defective materials or workmanship, golden technologies will repair or replace at...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 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 ...
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 fold here first golden technologies 401 bridge st. Old forge, pa 18518 fold here second place stamp here.
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Buzzaround xl_owner’s manual revb_060515 models gb117/gb117s/gb147/gb147s 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 buzzaround xl_om_revb_060515.