Golden Technologies GC440 - Manual (Page 20)

Companion Owner's Manual: GC240, GC340, GC440
Companion 20
Steering
Steering your Golden Companion is easy and logical.
1. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 4.), turn the tiller to the right to
travel to the right.
2. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 4.), turn the tiller to the left to
travel to the left.
3. Make certain to maintain sufficient clearance when turning your scooter so that the
rear wheels will clear any obstacle.
NOTE: Turning your scooter too sharply at too high a speed may create a
situation where one of the rear wheels will leave the ground and the possibility
of tipping the scooter. Avoid this danger at all times by decelerating and
steering a wide arc around corners and obstacles.
Steering in a Tight Spot
If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway or when turning around:
1. Bring your Companion to a full stop.
2. Set speed at the lowest setting.
3. Turn the tiller to the direction in which you wish to drive.
For more information on dealing with obstacle and tight spots, see “Control Through Tight
Spots” on the next page.
Steering in Reverse
Backing up your Companion requires attention to what you are doing.
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.
2. Turn the tiller to the left to drive in reverse to the left.
3. Turn the tiller to the right to drive in reverse to the right.
NOTE: Your Companion’s speed in reverse is fifty percent of the speed set at the
speed control dial.
VI. RIDING YOUR COMPANION