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III. 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 CO
ON
All electrically powered vehicles, including scooters are susceptible to Electromagnetic
Interference/Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI). This interference could result in
abnormal, unintended movement of your Golden Companion.
Unintended
or brake release could cause an accident or
The FDA has determined that each make and model of scooter can resist EMI/RFI to a certain
level. The 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 at an
immunity level of 20 V/m.
EMI/RFI
CO
EN
ONS
PROHIBITED!
Do not turn on or use hand-held personal electronic communication devices
such as cellular phones, walkie-talkies, and CB radios while your scooter is turned on.
Be aware of any nearby transmitters (radio, television, microwave, etc.) on your intended
route and avoid operating your scooter close to any of those transmitters.
Turn off the power if your Companion is going to be in a stationary position for any length
of time.
Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your scooter may make it
more susceptible to EMI/RFI.
If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn your scooter off as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake failure to Golden Technologies, Inc.
Technical Service at (800) 624-6374.
Turn off your scooter as soon as it is safely possible if unintended
motion occurs or if unintended brake release
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