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II. SAFETY
Please use your Golden Companion scooter often and allow it to expand the horizons of your
daily life. The more mobility your Golden Companion brings to you, the happier you will be,
and the more satisfied we at Golden Technologies, Inc. will be! But as with all things,
especially motor operated vehicles, observing a few rules and safety considerations will help
ensure safe scooter operation. So please follow the rules below.
Please remember that while on your Golden Companion, you are a
pedestrian. You must observe and obey all pedestrian rules a
regulations for
the locale in which you are
RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONS
E
NS
MANDATORY!
Read completely and understand this owner’s manual before assembling,
operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Companion.
Always
operate your Golden Companion with thought, care, and safety.
Always
come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse or from reverse to
forward.
Do not
operate your Companion where you could not safely or legally walk.
Never
drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.
Always
cross streets at intersections and use crosswalks or the most direct route, making
sure that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic.
Never
drive your Companion up or down a step or curb that is higher than the ground
clearance to the transaxle/motor listed on the specifications page.
Never
back up or down a step or curb.
Do not
operate or store your scooter where it will be exposed to rain, snow, mist, and below
freezing temperatures.
Do not
drive your Companion on slippery, icy or salted surfaces.
Do not
climb ramps or curbs that exceed your scooter’s capacity.
Always
approach curbs and inclines straight on.
Always
turn on your scooter’s lights when operating near traffic, at night, and in any poorly
lit area.
Always
be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points especially when assembling and
disassembling your scooter.
Never
sit on your Companion when it is being transported.
Always
fasten down your Companion securely with an approved tie-down system while
transporting your scooter.
Never
operate your Companion if it is not functioning properly.
Always
use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass, gravel. Also use
caution on decks where there is no railing.
Never
operate your Companion while you are under the influence of alcohol.
Do not
attempt to use your Companion on an escalator. Always use an elevator.
Do not
carry passengers under any circumstances.
Do not
mount or dismount your Golden Companion unless the brake is engaged.
Always
make sure that the key switch is set to “Off” before mounting or dismounting your
scooter.
Do not
back your Golden Companion down an incline or across an uneven surface.
Do not
turn your scooter suddenly at full speed.
Always
make sure the seat is locked in the forward position before operating your
Companion.
