Golden Technologies GB 104 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
Buzzaround Owner’s Manual -
Updated 092605
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SAFETY
RULES FOR USE AND OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Read completely and understand this owner’s manual before assembling,
operating, transporting, or disassembling your Golden Buzzaround.
Always operate your Golden Buzzaround with thought, care and safety.
Do not attempt to use your Buzzaround on an escalator. Always use an
elevator.
Do not carry passengers under any circumstances.
Do not mount or dismount your Golden Buzzaround unless the brake is
engaged.
Make certain that the key is removed before mounting or dismounting your
scooter.
Do not back your Golden Buzzaround down an incline or across an uneven
surface.
Make certain that the seat is locked in the forward position before operating your
Buzzaround.
Always come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse or
from reverse to forward.
Do not operate your Buzzaround where you could not safely or legally walk.
Do not climb ramps or curbs that exceed your scooter’s capacity.
Always approach curbs and inclines straight on.
Be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points (for example, when mating
the rear carriage to the front frame, especially when assembling and
disassembling your scooter. See Assembly/Disassembly section.
Never sit on your Buzzaround when it is being transported.
Do not operate your vehicle if it is not functioning properly.
Use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass and gravel.
Also use caution on decks where there is no railing.
Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.
Never back up or down a step or curb.
Never operate your Buzzaround while you are under the influence of alcohol.
WARNING: TURNING TOO SHARPLY AROUND A CORNER CAN CAUSE THE SCOOTER
TO TIP. AVOID THIS DANGER AT ALL TIMES BY STEERING A WIDE ARC AROUND
CORNERS AND OBSTACLES. ALSO, TO AVOID THE RISK OF TIPPING, REDUCE SPEED
BEFORE NEGOTIATING ANY TURNS.
For emergency stopping, remove scooter key – scooter will stop.