Operating Information - Invacare xlt User Manual

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Operating Information

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
HANDCYCLE USER
As a manufacturer of handcycles, Invacare endeavors to supply a handcycle to meet many needs of the end user. However,
final selection of a handcycle to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her health care professional capable
of making such a selection
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.
SEAT POSITIONING STRAP
SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM THE PRODUCT.
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Invacare strongly recommends using the seat positioning strap as an additional
safeguard for the handcycle user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety
device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, the belt MUST be replaced
IMMEDIATELY
BRAKES
(XLT PRO Model Only) If the brake cable show signs of wear or if it has become tangled because of improper
transportation techniques, the cable MUST be replaced or the brake may fail. Should the primary brake fail, the parking brake
can be used a backup emergency brake.
(ALL HANDCYCLE Models) Before riding your handcycle, ALWAYS check the function of the brakes. Be sure that the
brakes and all other features of your handcycle are operating properly.
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Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles
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