Golden Technologies Compass GP600 SS User manual

Compass
™
Owner’s Manual
Compass ™
Center-Wheel Drive Power Chair
GP600 SS/GP600 CC
401 Bridge Street, Old Forge PA 18518
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.goldentech.com
YOUR LIFE IN MOTION

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Thank you for purchasing your Compass GP600 power chair. We are honored you have
chosen Golden Technologies for your mobility needs.
Compass Model GP600
Standard Packing List:
1 Owner’s Manual
Base unit
1 Seat
2 Seat Arms
1 Joystick Control
1 Seat Belt
1 Battery Charger
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Please fill in your Compass™information below. This information will be useful in the
event that you ever need to contact Golden Technologies, Inc. concerning your power chair.
Your Compass ™
Model __________________ Serial Number _______________
Date of Purchase _______ Body Color __________________
Options ________________
Your Golden Technologies, Inc. representative or dealer
Name ____________________________________
Company ________________________________
Address _________________________________
Please remember to fill in and return your warranty registration card.
DISCLAIMER
We ask that you read this manual completely before operating your new Golden Compass.
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 Compass GP600, power chair. Golden
Technologies, Inc. specifically disclaims responsibility for any bodily injury or property
damage that may occur during any use that does not comply with applicable federal, state,
or local laws or ordinances.

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………… 4-5
SAFETY..............................................................……….. 5-9
EMI/RFI ........................................................…….…….. 10
SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………… 11
ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………… 12-16
COMFORT SETTINGS…………………………………………….. 17-22
OPERATION/DIAGNOSTICS ……………………………………. 23-29
BATTERY CHARGING ……………………………………………. 30-31
CARE AND MAINTENANCE …………………………………….. 32
DISASSEMBLY ……………………………………………………… 33
WARRANTY …………………………………………………………. 34-35
REGISTRATION CARD …………………………………………… 36

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Compass™ power chair. The Center-wheel
drive Compass™combines cutting-edge technology with an attractive design that is also
highly functional in today’s world. We at Golden Technologies, Inc. know that you have
chosen a power chair that will give you years of dependable operation and also will enhance
the quality of your life by providing you with the mobility to experience an active daily
lifestyle.
Even though your new Compass™is both user-friendly and designed for maximum
maneuverability in even the tightest spaces, we ask that you please read, understand and
follow all of the instructions and suggestions in this manual before you operate your
Compass™for the first time. The safe use of your new power chair is very important to us.
If you feel that you do not understand the instructions and suggestions presented in this
owner’s manual, or if, for any reason, you do not feel capable of performing the activities
necessary to assemble, disassemble, operate, or maintain your Compass™please contact
your local Golden Technologies, Inc. representative or call Golden Technologies, Inc.
Technical Support Services at [phone].
Golden Technologies, Inc. cannot be held responsible for personal injury or property
damage resulting from the unsafe or the improper use of any of our broad range of health
and personal mobility products. Our Research and Development Department, our Quality
Control Department, and our Engineering Department have used the latest product
specifications and the latest product design information to produce this owner’s manual.
Golden Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to implement changes into our product lines
when those changes become desirable or necessary. If changes are implemented into our
product line, there may be minor differences between the product you purchased and the
illustrations and instructions in this owner’s manual.
Please fill out and mail the enclosed warranty registration card on page 32. We at Golden
Technologies, Inc. would appreciate hearing about the dependability of your Compass™and
about the convenience of mobility it has provided for you. We would also appreciate
hearing about the service you received from your local Golden Technologies, Inc.
representative.
Golden Technologies, Inc. Phone: [phone]
401 Bridge Street Fax: [phone]
Old Forge, PA 18518 Toll free: [phone]
Web Site: www.goldentech.com

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INTRODUCTION
ACCESSORIES for the Compass POWER CHAIR:
A variety of accessories are available for your Golden Compass power chair. Please contact
your Authorized Golden Technologies Dealer for more information or to order.
• Cane Holder Tube
• Oxygen Tank Holder
• Cup Holder
• Quad Cane Holder
• Rear Basket
• Walker Holder
• Crutch Holder
• Safety Flag
• Power Chair Cover
• Touch-up Paint
• Deluxe Pack N’ Go
• Swing-Away Joystick
Bracket (Optional)
• Swing-Away Footrests
(Optional)
• Stump Support
(Optional)
• Elevating Leg Rests
(Optional)
*Some accessories require a mounting bracket or mounting clips. Please check with
your dealer to find out if the accessory you would like to order requires a mounting
bracket or mounting 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 border.
MANDATORY! Failure to perform mandatory actions can cause personal
injury and/or equipment damage. This icon is represented as a white symbol
on a blue dot with a white border.
PROHIBITED! Indicate(s) an action(s) that should not be performed under any
circumstance. Failure to adhere can cause personal injury and/or equipment
damage. This icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red
slash.
Safety Symbols
The symbols below identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. They
can be found in the owner’s manual and/or on the product. Make sure you understand
all safety labels before operating the product. Do not remove safety labels from the
product.
Read and follow the Explosive conditions exist! Indoor use only!
owner’s manual!
Use only AGM or
Gel-Cell batteries! Avoid transmitters! Hot surface!
Pinch/Crush Hazard! Do not place into trash! Electrical hazard!
Corrosive chemicals Recycle Do not use
inside battery! personal
electronic devices!

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SAFETY
Your Compass™ is a battery-operated personal mobility vehicle. Please exercise caution
and consideration when you are operating it. Driving your Compass™carefully and
thoughtfully will help ensure your personal safety and the safety of other people.
MANDATORY! Read and follow the owner’s manual before operating your
power chair.
NOTE: Before learning to operate your Compass™, have your Golden Technologies, Inc.
representative determine if it is advisable for you to practice getting on and off your
Compass™and operating it in the presence of an attendant.
BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR Compass™
Check to be certain that the power is turned off. See “Operation” on pages 23-29.
This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the joystick and causing
injury to yourself or to others.
Check to be certain that your Compass™is not in freewheel mode. See the
“Operation” section on pages 23-29.
Flip up the armrests.
If your chair is equipped with leg rests, move them to the sides.
If your chair is equipped with a footrest, flip it to the “up” position.
GETTING ON YOUR Compass™
While being careful not to entangle yourself in the leg rests or the footrest, seat
yourself comfortably and securely on the seat.
Adjust the leg rests or flip down the footrest.
Flip down or replace the armrests.
Fasten the lap belt, if your chair is so equipped.
GETTING OFF YOUR Compass™
Make certain that the power is turned off.
Unfasten the lap belt, if your chair is so equipped.
Flip up the armrests.
Flip up the footrest, or move the leg rests to the sides.
While being careful not to entangle yourself in the leg rests or the footrest, carefully
stand and step away from the chair.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Your Compass™has been rated to a maximum payload (passenger and anything else
being carried on the Compass™)of 300 pounds. Exceeding the maximum weight rating
will void the warranty.
Exceeding the maximum weight capacity will void your
warranty and may result in injury to yourself and/or others.

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SAFETY
DRIVING ON AN INCLINE
Drive with caution when attempting to negotiate any incline, even handicap access
ramps.
Try to keep your Compass™moving when climbing an incline. If you do come to a
stop, restart and accelerate slowly and carefully.
Always climb or descend a gradient by driving straight up or straight down the face
of the slope.
Do not traverse or drive across the face of a gradient.
Do not attempt to negotiate an incline that is covered with snow, ice, cut or wet
grass, leaves, or any other potentially hazardous material.
Do not back down an incline.
Do not try to descend or climb an incline that is greater than the maximum incline
stated in the specifications section of this manual.
If, while you are driving down a slope, your chair starts to
move faster than you feel is safe, gently release the joystick and allow your
Compass™to come to a stop. When you feel that you again have control of your
power chair, adjust the speed control to a lower setting then push the joystick
forward and continue safely down the remainder of the slope.
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 Compass™.
Do not connect or allow anyone except an authorized
Golden Technologies, Inc. representative to connect any electrical or mechanical
device to your Compass™. Unauthorized accessories will void the warranty and
may cause injury.

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SAFETY
SAFETY RULES
Do not attempt to use your Compass™on an escalator. Always use an elevator.
Do not carry passengers on your power chair.
Do not operate your Compass™ if it is not functioning properly.
Use caution when driving on soft or uneven surfaces such as grass, gravel, and on
decks where there is no railing.
Never drive on the roadway, except when you must cross the street.
Always cross streets at intersections and use the most direct route, making sure
that your path is clear and that you are visible to motor traffic.
It is not recommended to drive your Compass™up or down a step or curb that is
higher than 1 1/2 inches.
Never back up or down a step or curb.
Never operate your Compass™while you are under the influence of alcohol.
Do not operate or store your power chair where it will be exposed to rain, snow,
mist, and below freezing temperatures.
Do not operate your power chair on slippery, icy or salted surfaces.
Never sit on your power chair when it is in freewheel mode and on an incline or
decline.
Do not modify your power chair in any way that is not authorized by Golden
Technologies.
Do not disassemble the tire. If disassembly is required, have your authorized
Golden Compass dealer perform any necessary maintenance or repair.
Do not attempt to inflate the tires of your Golden Compass™. Your Golden
Compass™ is equipped with foam-filled flat free tires that do not require inflation.
Never sit on your Compass when it is being transported.
Always fasten down your Compass securely with an approved tie-down system while
transporting your power chair.

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SAFETY
Please be sure to follow this important warning when transferring onto or off of the
Golden Compass power wheelchair:
NEVER TRANSFER ONTO OR OFF OF THIS POWER WHEELCHAIR USING THE
SEAT BACKREST FOR SUPPORT DURING TRANSFER. THE SEAT BACK MAY FOLD
DOWN AND MAY CAUSE YOU TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE AND COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.

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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 radios
(ham radios), wireless computer links, microwave transmitters, paging transmitters,
etc. These electromagnetic (EM) waves are invisible and increase in strength the closer
one gets to the source of transmission. When these energy waves act upon electrical
devices and cause them to malfunction or to function in an erratic or uncontrolled
manner, they are referred to as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency
Interference (RFI).
EMI/RFI AND YOUR Compass™
All electrically powered vehicles, including power chairs are susceptible to EMI/RFI.
This interference could result in abnormal, unintended movement of a power
wheelchair.
Unintended movement or brake release could cause an accident
or injury.
The FDA has determined that each make and model of power chair can resist EMI/RFI
to a certain level. The higher the level of immunity, 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 immunity 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
PROHIBITED! Do not turn on or use hand-held personal electronic
communication devices such as cellular phones, walkie-talkies, and CB
radios while your power chair is turned on.
Be aware of any nearby transmitters (radio, television, microwave, etc.) on your
intended route and avoid operating your chair close to any of those transmitters.
Turn off the power if your Compass™is going to be in a stationary position for any
length of time.
Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your power chair may
make it more susceptible to EMI/RFI.
If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to your Golden
representative or to Golden Technologies, Inc. at [phone].
Turn off your power chair as soon as it is safely possible if
unintended or uncontrollable motion occurs or if unintended brake release
occurs.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model GP600 SS GP600 CC
Medicare Code K0822 K0823
Maximum Incline 6 degrees 6 degrees
Weight Capacity 300 lbs. 300lbs.
Maximum Speed 5 mph 5 mph
Operating Range120 miles 20 miles
Ground Clearance 3.5” 3.5”
Turning Radius 20 " 20 "
Type Batteries 2-U1 or 2-NF22 2-U1 or 2-NF22
Colors Red, Blue Red, Blue
Charger Off Board Off Board
Controller Dynamic Shark
50 Amp
Remote
Dynamic Shark
50 Amp
Remote
Dimensions:
Length 38.5" 38.5"
Width (outside of tires) 24.5" 24.5"
Height (ground to top of back of seat) 38.25” – 42.75” 38.25” – 42.75”
Height (ground to top of back of headrest) 45.25” – 53.75” 45.25” – 53.75”
Ground to Top of Seat 17.75” – 22.25” 19.75” – 24.25”
Number of Seat Height Positions 10 10
Size of Increments 0.5” 0.5”
Weight of Unit: (assembled)
Total Weight with U1 Batteries 182 lbs 185 lbs
Total Weight with NF22 Batteries 212 lbs 215 lbs
Base 92 lbs 92 lbs
Seat Arms 14 lbs 14 lbs
Seat (18 X 18 Solid Pan Seat) 32 lbs
Seat (18 X 18 Captain's Chair Seat) 35 lbs
Batteries
U1 - 22 lbs
NF22 - 37 lbs U1 - 22 lbs NF22 - 37 lbs
Tires: Flat Free Flat Free
Center Drive Wheels (2) 10” 10”
Casters (4) 6” 6”
Standard Seat: Captain’s Van/Pan Captain’s Highback
Back Height-no headrest 23” 21”
Back Height with headrest 30.5” – 34.5” 28.5” – 32.5”
Width x Depth 16” x 16”, 18” x 18”, 20” x 20”16” x 16”, 18” x 18”, 20” x 20”
Color Coffee/Sand, Charcoal/Gray Coffee/Sand, Charcoal/Gray
Electric Rise Seat (Option) Yes Yes
Footrest:
Height adjustable 3" - 7” 3" - 7”
Angle adjustable 0 – 35 degrees 0 – 35 degrees
Warranty:
Frame Lifetime Lifetime
Drive Train 13 months 13 months
Electronics213 months 13 months
1. Battery range will vary due to rider weight, drive surface, and terrain.
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ASSEMBLY
Your Compass™ is shipped partially disassembled in order to maximize the protection
of all its parts during the shipping process. Please follow the instruction below to
quickly and easily assemble the power chair for your use.
You will need only basic tools. If you do not have the required tools,
or if you do not feel capable of safely assembling your power chair, please contact
your local Golden Technologies, Inc. representative.
Main Components
1. Frame with power module, controller cable & connectors for battery cables
2. Battery box cover (Two – one for U1 batteries, one for NF22 batteries)
3. Seat assembly
4. Joystick
5. Batteries (Two – U1 or NF22)
Joystick Batteries
Caster Wheel
Fenders
Seat Assembly
Battery Box Cover
Motor Shroud
Caster Arm Shroud

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JOYSTICK INSTALLATION
1. Position the joystick on the joystick bracket. Match the holes in the joystick with the
holes in the bracket. See figure 1.
2. Insert the 4 Allen-head screws with lock washers through the bracket and into the
holes in the joystick.
3. Use an Allen wrench to tighten the screws.
4. Connect the joystick cable to the controller cable. See figure 2.
5. Use the provided Velcrotie-wraps and under arm clip to secure the controller cable
to the armrest bracket.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Allen-head screws
Jo
y
stick Bracket
Jo
y
stick Cable

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Seat Height & Angle
Adjustment Pins
ASSEMBLY
SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
The standard (18x18) seat assembly weighs about 49 pounds.
Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight.
Removal of arms will significantly reduce the weight of seat.
Be sure the seat is correctly installed and locked before operating
your power chair.
Never pull on the arms or use them as a handle to move the power
chair as they could inadvertently pull out of the receiver bar causing injury.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the controller cable from the joystick. “Unclip” from arm and remove
Velcrotie-wraps. See figure 2 on page 13.
2. Lift the front and rear seat lock handles and slide the seat until all (4) of the seat
guides are out of the receivers.
INSTALLATION
The seat can be installed from either side of the power chair.
1. To install the seat, align the seat guides (front and rear) with the seat receivers
(front and rear).
2. Slide the seat towards the center of the power chair until the seat locks securely
in place. The front and rear locks must engage.
3. Reconnect the controller cable to the joystick cable.
Figure 3 Figure 4
Figure 5 Figure 6
Front Seat
Lock Handle
Rear Seat
Lock Handle Front Seat
Lock Handle
Rear Seat
Lock Handle
Seat Locking
Handle
Seat Receiver
Seat Guides

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ASSEMBLY
Accessing the batteries
After removing the seat, locate the (2)
“Battery Box Cover Locks”.
Depress both locks and lift the cover.
Note: On the inside of the battery box
cover there is a battery connection
diagram.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION
The batteries weigh 24 to 39 pounds each (depending on type).
Please ask for help if you do not feel capable of safely lifting that much weight.
Figure 7 Figure 8
Figure 9a Figure 9b
Make certain that the controller power is turned off and that the chair
is NOT in freewheel mode before attempting to perform assembly or disassembly.
1. Place the batteries in the battery box. Be certain to position the terminals on each
battery toward the front of the unit as shown in Figure 7. Secure the batteries in
place using the hook and loop straps.
2. Use the screws, washers, and nuts provided to connect the positive (red booted)
connector of each cable to the positive (+) terminal of each battery. See figure 8.
3. Use the screws, washers, and nuts provided to connect the negative (black booted)
connector of each cable to the negative (-) terminal of each battery.
4. Connect the connectors of each battery cable to the corresponding connector on the
main wire harness. See figure 9a for NF22, figure 9b for U-1.
5. Cover the battery terminals with the protective caps provided. See figure 9a for NF22,
figure 9b for U-1.

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COMFORT SETTINGS
You may be spending a great deal of time on your Compass™.To provide you with the
maximum seating comfort, Golden Technologies, Inc. has designed this power chair to
incorporate the following adjustments for operator comfort.
COMFORT SETTINGS
1. Seat height
2. Headrest height
3. Backrest angle
4. Footrest angle
5. Footrest height
6. Extending the footrest
7. Armrest angle
8. Armrest height
9. Joystick bracket length
10. Armrest width
Make certain that the power to your Compass™is turned off
before making any adjustments, to eliminate the risk of the joystick being
accidentally bumped and activating the power chair.
If you do not feel capable of safely making these adjustments, please
contact your local Golden representative.
Seat height adjustment
The seat frame is a 4-post design that is adjustable in height and seating angle.
Adjustment is made by removing ball detent pins, raising or lowering seat posts to
desired height/angle and re-installing the ball detent pins.
*Front/Rear height difference can be 3 inches.

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COMFORT SETTINGS
Adjusting the seat with a front to rear angle
Loosen seat guide adjusting bolts using a 6mm Allen wrench provided in the charger bag
and a pair of pliers or a 13mm open end wrench. Place the seat receivers in the lowest
position and insert the ball detent pins through the towers and seat receiver legs. Leave
the seat guide adjusting bolts loose. Slide the seat into the receivers, adjust seat to the
desired height and angle using the (4) detent pins. Leave the seat in the seat receivers
and tighten the seat guide adjusting bolts. This process is more easily accomplished with
two people. Note: seat receivers must be 2” higher when using NF22 battery cover.
Seat
Tower
Seat Guides
Front Seat Locking
Handle
Bottom of
Seat
Seat
Guide
Adjusting
Bolts
Seat Angle
Adjusting Pins

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COMFORT SETTINGS
HEADREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. Push and then release the clamp on the left post of the headrest while you are pulling
up or pushing down on the head rest. See figure 10.
2. The headrest will “click” to a stop in one of the preset positions.
3. Repeat step 1 until the headrest is at the desired height.
Figure 10 Figure 11
BACKREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: The backrest can be folded down to minimize chair height during transport.
1. Pull up on the adjustment lever (see figure 11) and push against the backrest until the
backrest is in the desired position.
2. Release the lever.
3. To return the backrest to the upright position, pull up on the lever and move the
backrest to the desired position.
Backrest Angle
Ad
j
ustment Leve
r
Headrest Clamp