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Companion Owner's Manual: GC240, GC340, GC440
X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The Golden Companion is virtually maintenance free. All of the bearings on your Golden
Companion 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 scooter.
CLEANING YOUR COMPANION
Tires
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Clean the tires with ordinary kitchen-type cleaners and a damp cloth.
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Do not use solvents on the tires. Solvents can cause the tire material to break down or
become too soft.
Body
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The body (rear shroud, tiller shroud, deck shroud) of your Golden Companion is formed
ABS plastic and coated with a durable automotive-type finish.
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Use cool water mixed with a mild soap to remove dirt and oils.
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Use a nonabrasive car wax on the ABS body parts.
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Buff by hand with a soft cloth.
Seats
Vinyl Seat:
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Clean with a mild soap or mild detergent and a damp cloth.
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A vinyl cleaner may also be used.
Cloth Seat
Clean with a damp cloth.
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You may also use an upholstery cleaner.
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Make certain that you do not soak the cloth seats. The foam rubber will hold water.
Deck Carpet
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Wash in a heavy-duty clothes washer.
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Or, spray clean with an automotive-type wand after the carpet has been removed from
the scooter.
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The deck carpet snaps into place on the scooter floor. Simply pull up on the carpet to
remove it.
CAUTION: Do not use excess water or pressure when cleaning your scooter.
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Never take your scooter through a car wash.
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Never use a high pressure hose to wash your scooter.
