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Invacare xlt User Manual

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Invacare® Top End®
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  • Page 1 User Manual DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts and services; pl e ase visit www.invacare.com...
  • Page 2 © 2012 Invacare Corporation. All rights reserved. Republication, duplication or modification in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written permission from Invacare. Trademarks are identified by ™ and ®. All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Symbols ..................................................6 Dealer/Technician Information..........................................6 Warranty Information ............................................7 OVERVIEW Label Locations - XLT ............................................8 Label Locations - XLT Jr............................................8 Label Locations - XLT PRO ..........................................9 Label Locations - Excelerator..........................................9 Label Locations - L’il Excelerator ........................................10 Typical Product Parameters..........................................11 Component Identification...........................................16 Tire Pressure Conversion ..........................................18...
  • Page 4 Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator ..............................63 Tension Spring Installation ..........................................65 Installing Seven Speed Shifter Cable.........................................66 Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed Shifter......................................67 Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain ....................................67 Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain................................70 Replacing the Chain Guard Cover ........................................71 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 5 Using Safety Helmet ............................................85 Installing/Using the Tow Bar..........................................86 Installing the Computer............................................87 Assembling/Adjusting/Using the Handcycle Rack ..................................88 Using the Alignment Gauge ..........................................90 Installing Gloves..............................................91 Additional Options .............................................. 92 Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 6: General

    Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use. Dealer/Technician Information The term “qualified technician” in this manual refers to an Invacare qualified technician or a Shimano® certified bicycle repair technician. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 7: Warranty Information

    Invacare warrants the upholstered materials (seat and back) and remaining components of this product when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirteen (13) months from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty.

  • Page 8: Overview

    Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may contact rear wheels during use. Operate with caution. P/N 1154264 Rev A Label Locations - XLT Jr. WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away from the chain while using the handcycle, otherwise injury may occur.

  • Page 9: Label Locations - Xlt Pro

    2 OVERVIEW Label Locations - XLT PRO WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away from the chain while using the handcycle, otherwise injury may occur. P/N 1154265 Rev A WARNING Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may contact rear wheels during use.

  • Page 10: Label Locations - L'il Excelerator

    P/N 1154265 Rev A WARNING Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may contact rear wheels during use. Operate with caution. P/N 1154264 Rev A Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 11: Typical Product Parameters

    Other Options: Mirror, Backpack Hydration System, Computer, Tow Bar, Safety Lights, Helmet, Quad Gloves, Mountain Drive, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Tri-pin Quad Handles, Leg Guard Attachment, Alignment Gauge, Crutch Holder, Click Straps, Tool and Tire Repair Kit, Quad Twist Shift Adaptation Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 12 Other Options: Mirror, Backpack Hydration System, Computer, Tow Bar, Safety Lights, Helmet, Quad Gloves, Mountain Drive, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Tri-pin Quad Handles, Leg Guard Attachment, Alignment Gauge, Crutch Holder, Click Straps, Tool and Tire Repair Kit, Quad Twist Shift Adaptation Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 13 Standard Options: Safety Flag, Chainguard, Trunk Restraint and cushion Other Options: Computer, Tow Bar, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Leg Guard Attachment, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System, Crutch Holder, Click Straps, Safety Mirrors Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 14 Other Options: Computer, Tow Bar, Safety Light, Helmet, Gloves, Mountain Drive, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Tri-pin Quad Handles, V Crankset, Auto-style Restraint, Mirror, Crutch Holder and Strap, Quad Twist Shifter Adaptation Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 15 250 lbs (114 kg) Options: Standard Options: Safety Flag, Chainguard, Trunk Restraint and cushion Other Options: Safety Light, Helmet, Gloves, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Auto-Style Restraint, Mirror, Quad Twist Shifter Adaptation, Crutch Holder Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 16: Component Identification

    Safety flag not Safety Flag Holder Front Wheel Seat shown. with Internal Rear Wheel Parking brake Geared Hub not shown. Chain Shifter Footrest and Safety Straps Seat Positioning Strap Guard Road Crown Compensator Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 17 Hand Crank Assembly with Reversing Drum Brake Parking Brake Shifter Chain Back Seat Safety Flag Holder Front Wheel with Internal Geared Hub Rear Wheel  Safety flag not shown. Tension Spring Seat Positioning Strap Footrest and Safety Straps Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 18: Tire Pressure Conversion

    Footrest and Safety Straps Tension Spring Tire Pressure Conversion PSI rating is printed on the side of the tire.  Conversion formula: 1 psi = 6.895 kPa (approx. 7 kPa). KILOPASCALS KILOPASCALS Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 19: Safety

    NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further instruction. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 20: Proper Fit

    The rider’s knees MUST not obstruct hand crank operation. • XLT Series - the rider MUST have a slight bend at the knee when feet are in the footrests. Feet should be flat against footrest hoop. • XLT Series requires a 18” turning radius. If leg touches tire during turn and the user cannot sense this, a leg guard attachment is recommended.

  • Page 21: Operating Information

    TRANSPORT Invacare recommends that a handcycle user is NOT transported in vehicles of any kind while in a handcycle. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a handcycle, in a moving vehicle of any type.
  • Page 22 Operation of the handcycle is subject to all traffic rules and regulations. (This may include the use of a safety lights and reflectors for dusk/night riding.) Give pedestrians the right of way. Slow down when turning or cornering, otherwise injury or damage may occur. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 23 DO NOT ride on a flat or under inflated tires. Riding on flat or underinflated tires can cause injury, as well as, damage to the tire, tube and handcycle wheels. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 24: Weight Limitation

    WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE WEIGHT LIMITATION The Invacare XLT series handcycles have a weight limitation of 250 lbs (113.4 kg). The Invacare Excelerator handcycle has a weight limitation of 350 lbs (158.7 kg). The Invacare L’il Excelerator handcycle has a weight limitation of 250 lbs (113.4 kg) STABILITY AND BALANCE For stability and proper operation of your handcycle, you MUST at all times maintain proper balance.

  • Page 25: Transferring Into/Out Of The Handcycle

    Lift and place left leg past the front frame across the seat and over the center tube. Place one hand on far side of seat. Shift body weight onto object while transferring. To transfer out of the handcycle, reverse the procedure and use the backrest to push off. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 26 STEP E: Lift and shift weight down into handcycle seat. STEP F: Place both legs onto handcycle footrests and secure safety straps. STEP G: Adjust the handcycle seat. Refer to Adjusting the Seat on page 46. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 27: Safety Inspection/Troubleshooting

    Inspect seat positioning strap (if installed) for any signs of wear. Ensure buckle latches or hook and loo fastener is secure. Verify hardware that  attaches strap to frame is secure and undamaged. Replace if necessary. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Check tires for correct and equal pressure Check hardware and adjustment. Check for loose axle nuts. Check spokes and nipples. Check chain for proper tension and adjustment. Check that goose neck fittings are secure. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 29: Suggested Maintenance Procedures

    DO NOT use the handcycle unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 30 11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. Refer to Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 81. 12. Check alignment of front wheel. If it wobbles or takes too much effort to turn by hand, have it aligned at your local bicycle shop. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 31: Initial Setup

    Excelerator Series - Foot should be flat on the footrest with the knees in a 90° angle. XLT Series - The sole of the foot should rest against the inside edge of the footrest when the knee is slightly bent.
  • Page 32 • XLT PRO - Adjust chain length if the hand crank has been adjusted by adding or subtracting links. Special tools are necessary and procedure should be performed by a qualified technician. Refer to Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain on page 70.

  • Page 33: Operation

     XLT Series - seat should be adjusted so that when seated with feet in the footrests, there is a slight bend at the knee and a slight bend at the elbow when the hand pedals are furthest away or at the 3 o’clock position.
  • Page 34 11. Rotate (pedal) the hand crank forward (toward the front) to propel the handcycle forward. Rotate (pedal) the hand crank backward (toward the rear) to apply the brake and slow down or stop. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 35 6 OPERATION XLT Series XLT and XLT Jr. ONLY Hand Crank Seat Front of Handcycle Rear of Handcycle Footrest Excelerator Series Hand Crank Seat Front of Handcycle Rear of Handcycle Footrest Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 36 6 OPERATION XLT PRO Hand Crank Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System Front of Rear of Handcycle Handcycle Footrest Seat Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 37: Braking

    6 OPERATION Braking XLT, XLT Jr., Excelerator, Li’l Excelerator Handcycles have internal gearing (7 speeds). Internal geared handcycles are equipped with reversing drum brakes. External geared handcycles have hand brakes. Reversing Drum Brakes Use the brakes intermittently on your handcycle to bring it to a complete stop.

  • Page 38: Using Parking Brake

    To Engage the Parking Brake - squeeze the handle and push the stop button in until the handle locks in place. • To Disengage the Parking Brake - squeeze and release the handle. Parking Brake XLT Series Excelerator Series Parking Brake Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 39: Shifting Gears

    Quad twist shifter not shown. required with the other hand. When the handcycle is stationary, simply select gear required. XLT, XLT Jr. and Excelerator Series Gears numbered on this dial • Upshift - twist the grip or quad twist shifter to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7. Repeat Grip Twist Shifter until the desired gear is achieved.
  • Page 40 XLT PRO Handcycles with Twenty-seven Speed Hands-on Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System CAUTION DO NOT attempt to shift gears while the XLT PRO Handcycle is stationary. DO NOT press both shifter levers down at the same time. Doing so may damage the shifter and will void the warranty.
  • Page 41 • Shifting from Easier or Smaller Chainring to Harder or Larger Chainring (Upshift) - Manual Shifter - Move shifter lever up. • Shifting from Harder or Larger Chainring to Easier or Smaller Chainring (Downshift) - Manual Shifter - Move shifter lever down. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 42: Backing-Up

    6 OPERATION Backing-Up XLT, XLT Jr., Excelerator, Li’l Excelerator Use the rear wheels (i.e. like a manual wheelchair) to backup. When backing up, keep the front wheel straight. The weight of the hand crank may engage the reversing drum brake while backing up. Lift the hand pedals up to avoid this problem.

  • Page 43: Riding Position

    Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the footrest to the fork. Slide footrest to desired position. Clamp, Hex, Bolt Reinstall hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely. and Locknut Repeat STEPS 1-3 for the opposite footrest if necessary. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 44 Adjust the footplates to one of five depths. Line up the mounting holes in the footplates with the mounting holes in the footplate clamp.s Install the button screws into the mounting holes and tighten securely with the locknuts. Locknut Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 45: Adjusting Hand Crank Height

    Tighten the hex nut to secure the hand crank in the desired position. Tighten the chain if necessary. Refer to Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain on page 67 or Refer to Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain on page 70. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Seat

     XLT Series - The seat should be adjusted so that when seated with feet in the footrests, there is a slight bend at the knee and a slight bend at the elbow when the hand pedal is furthest away.
  • Page 47 Ensure that the seat is properly engaged into the seating position you desire by “jiggling” the seat, making sure that the Adjustment Lever seat engages into the locking notch and adjustment lever returns to its original forward facing position. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 48: Adjusting Back Angle

    Tighten the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the two seat angle adjustment clamps to the rear seat supports securely. Back Support Tube Seat Angle Adjustment Clamps Rear Socket Screws Handcycle Frame Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 49: Adjusting Back Height

    Press the push pin on the back cane insert tube in and adjust the back height to one of three heights depending on original back height. Install the back upholstery onto the handcycle. Refer to Replacing Back Upholstery on page 82. Back Cane Push Pin Back Cane Insert Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 50: Wheels

    Keep locking pins clean. Reinstall rear wheel on the handcycle. Tilt handcycle onto either rear wheel and spin raised wheel. It should spin freely with no excessive drag. Repeat STEPS 1-6 for the opposite wheel. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 51: Determining Toe In/Toe Out

    If the difference between the measurements is greater than 1/8-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition. Refer to Adjusting Smaller Than Toe In/Toe Out on page 52. Front Larger Than Front Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 52: Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out

    Refer to Determining Toe In/Toe Out on page 51. Camber Bar Repeat STEPS 1-4 until the toe in/toe out measurement is less than Socket Screw Camber 1/8-inch (for maximum rollability). Insert Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 53: Replacing Camber Inserts

    Adjust the toe in/toe out of the handcycle. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on page 52. Clamp Frame Camber Camber Bar Insert Socket Screw Replacing Tire Tube and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes  Invacare recommends that these procedures be performed by a qualified technician. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 54: Service Procedures

    Tri-Pin should go between the two posts. Quad Loosen socket screws to adjust handle position (Detail “B”). Handle Tighten socket screws to secure handles in desired position. Socket Tri-Pin Screw Quad Posts Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 55: Installing Ovalized Aluminum Handles

     Handle should spin freely with minimal play. If handle does not spin freely, contact Top End Customer Service at the phone number on the back cover of this manual. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 56: Replacing Fork/Crank Assembly

    9 SERVICE PROCEDURES Replacing Fork/Crank Assembly  Invacare recommends that the following procedure be performed by a qualified technician. XLT Series Note the position of the crank assembly. Loosen, but do not remove the two socket screws that secure the crank assembly to the existing fork.
  • Page 57 Make sure the sprocket on the crank assembly is in line with the sprocket on the front wheel. 36. Reinstall the chain onto the crank handle sprocket. 37. Move the crank handle to the position determined in STEP 1 and tighten the two socket screws securely. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 58 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES STEPS 1, 2, 3, 35, 36, 37 STEPS 6, 7, 34 Brake Fork Hardware Crank Assembly Socket Screws Assembly Fork Socket STEPS 8, 33 Road Crown Compensator Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 59 STEPS 5, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 35 STEPS 15, 16, 23, 24 Crank Assembly Top Nuts Fork Bearing O-Ring Frame Hex Bolts, Locknuts and Footrest Bottom Bearing Footrest Clamps Fork Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 60 Tension Spring bolts. This should be done before installation of the Eyebolt tension spring. Using a medium flat screwdriver, hook the tension spring to the fork assembly and front frame eye bolts. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 61: Replacing The Crank Arms

    9 SERVICE PROCEDURES Replacing the Crank Arms This procedure applies to the XLT PRO only.  For all other models, a special tool is needed. Removal of the crank arms must be performed at a bike shop. Right and left are determine from the user seated on the handcycle.
  • Page 62 Right Crank Arm (Tabs) Chain Ring Disk Left Crank Arm Spindle, Socket Screw and Cap Spindle, Socket Screw and Cap Crank Arm Clamp and Socket Screws Socket Screws  XLT PRO only. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 63: Installing/Removing/Adjusting The Road Crown Compensator

    Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator  This procedure applies to XLT, XLT PRO and XLT Jr. only. The road crown compensator is designed to stabilize the handcycle during transfers and while riding and is not intended to keep the handcycle straight when pedaling but to keep the handcycle from leaning excessively to one side or another.
  • Page 64 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES Adjustment Road Crown Compensator Removed Fork End Fork Bolt Locknut Installed Frame Mounting Hole Frame Frame Fork End Road Crown Compensator Fork Frame End Road Crown Compensator Spacer Bolt Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 65: Tension Spring Installation

    Tighten eye bolts into fork assembly and front frame. Using a medium flat screwdriver, hook the tension spring to the fork assembly and front frame eye bolts. Front Frame Fork Assembly Eye Bolt Tension Spring Eye Bolt Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 66: Installing Seven Speed Shifter Cable

    Attach the seven speed shifter to the hand crank assembly extension. Secure with hardware provided. XLT and XLT Jr.  The seven speed Shifter Cable runs from the right side of the front frame to its mounting position under the left side of the seat.

  • Page 67: Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed Shifter

    Handcycles with seven speed shifters are equipped with SHIMANO hubs. If equipped with a SHIMANO hub, it MUST be serviced and adjusted by a qualified technician.  QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN ONLY - Contact Invacare for complete Shimano hub instructions. Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain Installing WARNING Idler MUST be adjusted to ensure proper chain tension.
  • Page 68 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES STEP 2 Hand Crank Chain Tensioners Top Chain STEP 3 STEP 4 Bottom Chain STEPS 1 & 5 Sprocket Assembly Wheel Sprocket Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 69 Adjust the tautness of the chain by moving the adjustable chain tensioner in or out as shown in . Tighten the hex screw to secure the adjustable chain tensioner in place. Hex Screw Adjustable Chain Idler Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 70: Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain

    Attach the chain together using the master link (w/clip) provided. To tension chain, Refer to Replacing Fork/Crank Assembly on page 56. Hand Crank Sprocket Assembles STEP 5 Chain Derailleur and Wheel Sprockets STEP 4 STEP 3 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Chain Guard Cover

     This procedure applies Excelerator, Li’l Excelerator, XLT and XLT Jr. handcycles without the mountian bike option. This procedure is for replacing the chain guard cover only. If the entire chain guard assembly needs to be replaced, special tools are required.

  • Page 72: Replacing The Sprocket Guard

    Secure the new sprocket guard mounting bracket to the hand crank assembly using the two socket screws. XLT, XLT Jr., Excelerator and Li’l Excelerator with Mountain Bike Option Remove the two screws, nuts and washers securing the existing sprocket guard to the hand crank assembly.
  • Page 73 If crank is in desired position but chain tension is not correct, links MUST be added to or removed from the chain to correct the tension. This should be performed by a qualified technician. Tighten the clamp that secures the crank handles to the fork securely. Crank Support Fork Clamps Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 74: Removing/Installing The Front Wheel

    Tighten the knob on the opposite side of the quick-release lever and secure the wheel to the fork with the quick-release lever. Sprocket Chain Front Wheel DETAIL “A” - FRONT WHEEL QUICK-RELEASE LEVER Quick-release Lever Fork Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 75 9 SERVICE PROCEDURES XLT, XLT jr., Excelerator and Li’l Excelerator Removing Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the brake arm to the brake arm clamp (Detail “A”). Loosen, but do not remove the two cap nuts that secure the front wheel to the existing fork (Detail “B”).

  • Page 76: Replacing/Adjusting The Parking Brake

    Adjust the brake pad assembly so that when the parking brake is engaged the brake pads rest solely on the rim of the wheel. Replacing Brake Pads Remove the mounting nuts and brake pads. Secure the replacement brake pads with hardware and adjust. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 77: Replacing The Footrest/Footplates

    Button Screw Line up the mounting holes in the footplates with the mounting holes in the footplate clamps. Locknut Install the button screws into the mounting holes and tighten securely with the locknuts. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 78: Replacing Footrest Strap

    Ensure the footrest strap is firmly attached to the loop fastening strip Tube on the outer footrest tube. Footrest Tube DETAIL “B” End of Footrest Straps (STEP 4 AND 5) Inner Footrest Tube Outer Footrest Loop Fastening Strip Tube (STEP 6) Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 79: Replacing The Leg Guard

    The leg guard should surround, but not touch, the rear of the front tire. Adjust the leg guard to the desired position. Tighten both allen screws on each mounting clamp securely. Leg Guard Mounting Clamp Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 80: Replacing Seat

    Reverse STEPS 1-2 to install sliding seat and seat rails onto the seat frame. Seat Rail Locknuts and Threaded Studs (Both Sides) Seat Rail Bracket Locknuts, Bolts, and Coved Spacers (Both Sides) Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 81: Replacing Seat Upholstery

    Secure the four fastening flaps together. Reinstall seat cushion and back upholstery (if applicable) onto chair. Large Strap towards rear of Seat Frame Fastening Straps Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 82: Replacing Back Upholstery

    Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove from the Flap handcycle. Install the new back upholstery onto the handcycle. Securely latch the fastening flaps on the bottom of the new back Back Cane upholstery to the back canes. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 83: Replacing The Seat Positioning Strap

    On Narrow Backs The seat positioning strap is attached to the back upholstery. Replace the back upholstery to replace the seat positioning strap. Refer to Replacing Back Frame Narrow Back Upholstery and Cushion. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 84: Options

    Operating the Safety Light Press GREY button to turn safety light on/off. Remove lens cover and slide switch back and forth for pulse or constant mode. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 85: Installing The Water Bottle

    Attach the water bottle mounting bracket to the mounting tube using the hardware provided. Push water bottle into mounting bracket until secure. Mounting Tube Seat Frame Water Mounting Bottle Bracket 10.3 Using Safety Helmet Secure helmet using the chin strap. Helmet Ensure proper fit. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 86: Installing/Using The Tow Bar

    Secure the tow bar to the handcycle with the mounting brackets and set screws. Secure the wheelchair to the tow bar with the fastening strips provided. Fastening Strip Tow Bar Mounting Bracket Set Screws Handcycle Rear Frame Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 87: Installing The Computer

    Slot in sensor MUST align with metal plug for mileage, etc. to be registered on the computer. Remove one of the chain guard screws and attach the computer mounting bracket. Snap computer into mounting bracket. Computer Sensor Mounting Bracket Front Wheel Spoke Metal Plug Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 88: Assembling/Adjusting/Using The Handcycle Rack

    Remove the four mounting bolts and locknuts securing the wheel tray bracket to the wheel tray. Position the wheel tray bracket in the desired position. Secure the wheel tray bracket to the wheel tray with the four mounting bolts and locknuts. Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 89 Position the rear wheel bar to one of three mounting positions on the wheel tray. Secure the rear wheel bar to the wheel tray with the two mounting bolts and locknuts. Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 90: Using The Alignment Gauge

    Out on page 56. If the alignment gauge does not fit between rear tires, the tires have a toe in condition. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on Rear Measurement page 56. Rear of Handcycle Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...

  • Page 91: Installing Gloves

    Run glove loop through bottom slot on palm and over back of hand until tight. Secure glove loop to back of glove. Reattach glove strips to back of glove. Palm Loop Secured to Glove Glove Loop Glove Top Slot Glove Strip Glove Strip Horizontal Handle Palm Loop Bottom Slot Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...

  • Page 92: Additional Options

    D - Tool and tire repair kit Attaches with buckles around the back bar of the handcycle frame. E - Cable kit The cable kit is an extra set of brake and shifter cables for XLT PRO only. F - Heart rate monitor The monitor is usually mounted on the crank assembly.
  • Page 93 Loosen the two allen screws on each mounting clamp. Adjust the leg guard to the desired position. Allen Screws Tighten both allen screws on each mounting clamp securely. Mounting I - Crutch Holder Clamp Leg Guard Crutch Holder Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 94 Are there too many warnings/cautions? Invacare Technical Writing Department Are there warnings/cautions that you feel do not apply to this product? Invacare Corporation Explain: One Invacare Way ____________________________________________________________ Elyria, OH 44035 ____________________________________________________________ TechnicalWriting@invacare.com, FAX 440-329-6975 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles Part No 1171891...
  • Page 95 Notes Part No 1171891 Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles...
  • Page 96 Invacare Corporation Manufactured by: One Invacare Way Top End Sports and Recreation Products Elyria, Ohio USA 4501 63rd Circle North 44036-2125 Pinellas Park, Florida 800-333-6900 33781-5914 (727) 522-8677 (800) 532-8677 Part No 1171891 Rev A - 06/12...

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