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Owner’s Manual

Buzzaround XL™ Series

Golden Technologies - 401 Bridge Street - Old Forge, PA 18518 - Tel: 800-624-6374 - Fax: 800-628-5165 - www.goldentech.com

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Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Buzzaround XL Series Golden Technologies 401 Bridge Street Old Forge PA 18518 Tel 800 624 6374 Fax 800 628 5165 www goldentech com GB117 GB147 ...

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Page 3: ...lag 2 Keys Battery Charger Seat Post Nut and Bolt DISCLAIMER We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new Buzzaround XL 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 Buzzaround XL scooter Golden Technologies Inc specifically disclaims responsibility for any bodily injury or proper...

Page 4: ... Seating 19 20 Freewheel Mode 21 VI RIDING YOUR Buzzaround XL Scooter 22 Mounting 22 Basic Driving 23 Steering in Tight Spots 24 25 VII DISASSEMBLY 26 27 VIII ASSEMBLY 28 31 IX TRANSPORTING YOUR Buzzaround XL 32 X CARE AND MAINTENANCE 33 Routine Maintenance 33 Cleaning Your Buzzaround XL Scooter 33 Batteries and Charging 34 If Your Buzzaround XL Does Not Operate 35 Diagnostics 36 38 XI WARRANTY 39...

Page 5: ... from the unsafe or the improper use of any of our 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 late...

Page 6: ...e Armrests Your Buzzaround XL scooter features width and angle adjustable armrests to find the most comfortable position as well as to make transfers easier Easy Access Battery Pack Located under the seat the battery pack has a wireless connector system for easy disassembly and reassembly The battery pack can be re moved and brought indoors for charging with its off board charger Basket The Buzzar...

Page 7: ...ing clips Safety Guidelines The symbols below are used in the owner s manual and or on the product to identify warnings and to notify you of important safety information Make sure you read and understand them completely WARNING Indicate s a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury This icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black b...

Page 8: ...ection V Operation in this manual Flip up the armrests When getting on or off your Buzzaround XL keep your weight toward the middle of the deck Putting most or all of your weight on the edge of the deck may cause an unstable condition GETTING ON YOUR BUZZAROUND XL Position the seat for safe and easy mounting Ensure that the seat is facing forward See Section V Operation Return tiller to full uprig...

Page 9: ...rt and accelerate slowly and carefully Do not try to descend or climb a slope whose gradient is greater than recommended Buzzaround XL maximum recommended incline is 6 Figure 2 Going Up an Incline Figure 3 Traversing an Incline If while you are driving down a slope your scooter starts to move faster than you feel is safe release the throttle control lever and allow your Buzzaround XL to come to a ...

Page 10: ...Power 1 Set the key switch to the Off position See section V Operation 2 Dismount your Buzzaround XL 3 Set the freewheel lever to Disengaged 4 While standing alongside the scooter carefully manually maneuver it down the slope 5 When you have reached a level surface at the bottom of the slope position the freewheel lever in the engaged position See section V Operation 6 Carefully remount your Buzza...

Page 11: ...ad completely and understand this owner s manual before assembling operating transporting or disassembling your Buzzaround XL Always operate your Buzzaround XL with thought care and safety Do not attempt to use your Buzzaround XL on an escalator Always use an elevator Do not carry passengers under any circumstances Do not mount or dismount your Buzzaround XL unless the brake is engaged Always make...

Page 12: ...b that is higher than the ground clearance listed on the specifications chart see pages 15 16 Never back up or down a step or curb Do not drive your Buzzaround XL in icy or salted conditions Never operate your Buzzaround XL while you are under the influence of alcohol Do not operate or store your Buzzaround XL where it will be exposed to rain snow mist and below freezing temperatures Should you en...

Page 13: ...he higher the level of resistance 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 m of resistance 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 PRO...

Page 14: ... Provider Name________________________________________________________________ Company_____________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________________ City ____________________________________ State________ Zip_____________________ Please remember to fill in and return your warranty registration card in the back of...

Page 15: ...ength 42 5 in 41 5 in Width 21 5 in 21 5 in Height ground to top seat back 33 35 in 33 35 in Ground to Top of Seat 21 23 in 21 23 in Ground to Top of Deck 4 75 in 4 75 in Deck to Top of Seat 16 18 in 16 18 in Number of Seat Height Positions 3 3 Size of Increments 1 0 in 1 0 in Front Axle to Rear Axle 33 5 in 32 in Weight of Unit assembled 3 101 lbs 104 lbs 109 lbs 112 lbs Front Half 35 lbs 43 lbs ...

Page 16: ...Amp 50 Amp Length 42 5 in 41 5 in Width 21 5 in 21 5 in Height ground to top seat back 33 35 in 33 35 in Ground to Top of Seat 21 23 in 21 23 in Ground to Top of Deck 4 75 in 4 75 in Deck to Top of Seat 16 18 in 16 18 in Number of Seat Height Positions 3 3 Size of Increments 1 0 in 1 0 in Front Axle to Rear Axle 33 5 in 32 in Weight of Unit assembled 3 111 lbs 114 lbs 119 lbs 122 lbs Front Half 35...

Page 17: ...ontrol of your Buzzaround XL Key Switch This switch turns the power on and off to your Buzzaround XL See figure 5 Insert the key into the key switch Turn the key 90 degrees clockwise to turn on your scooter s power The LEDs on the battery meter will light up indicating that power is on Turn the key back to the vertical position to turn off your scooter s power Always make certain that the key is r...

Page 18: ...o forward To drive in reverse use either of the following Use your left hand fingers to pull back on the left side of the throttle control lever Use your right thumb to push the right side of the throttle control lever When the throttle control lever is completely released it automatically returns to the center stop position and engages your scooter s brakes bringing you to a complete stop You wil...

Page 19: ... Be sure adjustments knobs are securely tightened against the inserted armrest tube Do not overextend the armrest Flip up Armrests Pull up on the end of either armrest to flip it up for easy transfer on and off your Golden Buzzaround XL See 1 on figure 7 Armrest Angle Loosen the locknut by turning it counter clockwise To increase the armrest angle turn the armrest angle screw counterclockwise To d...

Page 20: ...seat on both sides and lift the seat up and off of the seat pedestal See Figure 9 Note Seat arms can be removed to reduce the seat weight 2 Remove the battery box by lifting it up See figure 10 3 Remove the nut and bolt that holds the seat post in the seat pedestal 4 Position the seat post at the desired height while aligning the holes in the seat post and the seat pedestal 5 Reinstall the nut and...

Page 21: ...d turning it to the on position FREEWHEEL MODE Your Buzzaround XL is equipped with a freewheel lever that can set your scooter in or out of freewheel mode Figure 11 Freewheel Lever Drive Position To disengage the park brake and put your scooter in freewheel mode Push forward on the freewheel lever towards the letter N Neutral Position See figure 11 To engage the brake and take your scooter out of ...

Page 22: ...n See section V Operation in this manual 3 Flip up or remove the armrests When getting on or off your Buzzaround XL keep your weight toward the middle of the deck Putting most or all of your weight on the edge of the deck may cause an unstable condition GETTING ON YOUR BUZZAROUND XL 1 Position the seat for safe and easy mounting Ensure that the seat is facing forward See Section V Operation 2 Retu...

Page 23: ...erate your Buzzaround XL 7 Release the throttle control lever to allow your Buzzaround XL to come gently to a full stop 8 Practice these two basic functions until you feel that you have control of your scooter Steering Steering your Golden Buzzaround XL is easy and logical 1 With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller see figure 4 on page 14 turn the tiller to the right to travel to the right 2...

Page 24: ... attention to what you are doing Use extreme caution when operating your scooter in reverse Plan your route to avoid getting into a difficult situation Make sure your proposed route is clear of people pets and obstacles 1 Use your right fingers to push the throttle control lever or use your left fingers to pull back on the throttle control lever See figure 5 on page 17 2 Turn the tiller to the lef...

Page 25: ...L while driving up a ramp Starting up again simply requires that you apply gentle and steady forward power pressure to the throttle control lever Accelerate gently after stopping on any incline Driving down a ramp Keep your Buzzaround XL s speed control dial set fully counterclockwise at the slowest speed setting If you must come to a stop release the throttle control lever slowly and smoothly Pre...

Page 26: ...he armrest adjustment knobs and remove the arms from the seat This will reduce the weight of the seat making it easier to lift Never pull on the arms or use them as a handle to move the scooter as they could inadvertently pull out of the receiver bar causing injury 3 Grip the seat on opposite sides and with a firm grip pull the seat straight up See figure 14 Figure 14 Removing the Seat Figure 15 R...

Page 27: ...e the tiller in its new position Once the tiller is lowered and locked you may use it as a handle for easy transportation Grab it by the plastic on the tiller See 3 on Figure 16 Separate the Drivetrain from the Frame WARNING Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the frames This area is a pinch point and requires your full attention 7 Pull up on the drivetrain release lever with one hand to ...

Page 28: ...t help from a second person especially when stowing parts for transport WARNING Pinch Point A pinch point is an area where you MUST consider your fingers to be sure they DO NOT become pinched between two metal or hard plastic areas The greatest chance of pinch points becomes possible during the assembly of the Buzzaround XL scooter INJURY HAZARD DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY Ensure that all components ...

Page 29: ...O PINCH YOUR FINGERS 2 Lower the frame onto the drivetrain until the drivetrain release lever engages You should hear an audible click See figure 20 Install the Battery Pack 3 Gently lower the battery pack onto the frame See figure 21 Figure 19 Drivetrain Alignment Figure 20 Connecting Frame and Drivetrain Figure 21 Battery Pack Installation ...

Page 30: ... at the desired position Figure 22 Tiller Raised MAKE SURE YOU TIGHTEN YOUR TILLER ADJUSTMENT KNOB TO BE SURE IT IS SECURED IN THE DESIRED POSITION Install the Tiller Basket 6 Place the basket onto the tiller bracket and push down to lock it in place See figure 22 Tiller Lock Knob Tiller Basket Tiller Adjustment Knob Headlight On Off Switch ...

Page 31: ... due to non engaged seat Ensure that the seat is properly engaged by turning the seat slightly left and right Unlock the Tiller 10 Turn the tiller lock knob counterclockwise 90 degrees to the unlocked position See figure 22 on page 30 IF YOU DON T UNLOCK YOUR TILLER LOCK KNOB YOUR TILLER WILL NOT TURN THIS COULD CAUSE INJURY Accident hazard due to incorrect seat position Always turn the seat to fa...

Page 32: ...g may be used to protect your Buzzaround XL during transportation Do not lift your Buzzaround XL by its plastic body parts or dash Breakage of these parts is not covered by the warranty Do not use the tires or wheels to lift the rear carriage The carriage may rotate and cause injury or damage If your scooter and its components are not properly and securely stowed during transportation the scooter ...

Page 33: ...re attempting to operate your scooter again All bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed No additional lubrication is required CLEANING YOUR Buzzaround XL 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 The body rear fender shrouds 2 nose piece 1 and the cons...

Page 34: ... board charger supplied for all routine charging Never use an automotive or wet type charger Avoid deep discharges and never drain the batteries completely 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 nec...

Page 35: ...eep hill Driving over a curb Run down batteries Exceeding the maximum weight capacity of the scooter As you operate your Buzzaround XL battery voltages go down and battery current must rise to satisfy the demands of the motor and of other electrical devices operating on your scooter This can cause a heavy current draw that will trip the main circuit breaker Remedy Recharge your Buzzaround XL s bat...

Page 36: ...h Beep Code The flash beep code indicates the nature of the condition or fault Flash Beep Codes 1 Flash Beep Indicates that the battery voltage with the throttle control lever in the neutral position is below the required operating voltage of the scooter The batteries need to be charged Your Buzzaround XL will continue to operate at reduced speeds As the voltage drops you will experience a power l...

Page 37: ...sition See page 21 The brake or the brake wiring may be damaged For safety reasons your scooter was designed to cease operation until the problem is corrected Remedy Make certain that the freewheel lever is in the engaged position See page 21 Turn the key switch to the Off position to stop the beep code Set the freewheel lever to the engaged position Turn the key back to the On position If the abo...

Page 38: ...ates a motor voltage problem Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected Remedy Contact your authorized Golden Technologies Inc provider 9 Flashes Beeps Indicates other internal errors or faults Your scooter will not operate until the problem is corrected Remedy Contact your authorized Golden Technologies Inc provider FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE THESE DIAGNOSTIC BEEP CODES ALONG WITH THE...

Page 39: ...with any new or reconditioned components any of the following drive train components found to be defective by an authorized Golden Technologies representative Note An increase in operating noise of the transaxle DOES NOT constitute a defect With normal wear and tear operating noise is expected to increase For the period of two years from the date of purchase in the event of defective materials or ...

Page 40: ...s Failure to adhere to the product instructions Acts of Nature such as lightning strikes earthquakes etc Circumstances beyond the control of Golden Technologies 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 refurbishe...

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