Section 4-Initial Setup; Initial Setup - Invacare Force Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 4—INITIAL SETUP
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
DO NOT operate the handcycle if the hand crank obstructs your view. If the hand
crank obstructs your view, adjust the hand crank height before using the
handcycle - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

Initial Setup

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1 on page 24 and FIGURE 4.2 on page 25.
NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following procedures be performed by a qualified technician.
Adjustable Wrench (10-12 inches)
5, 8 and 32 mm Wrench
3/16-inch Allen Wrench
1/4-inch Allen Wrench
1. Install and adjust rear wheels (Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheel and Quick‐Release
Axles on page 42 or Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles on page 43).
Ensure quick‐release axles or threaded axles secure wheels to the handcycle.
2. Adjust footrest (Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard on page 32) so that
there is a slight bend in the knee.
3. Adjust hand crank assembly (Adjusting Hand Crank on page 34) if unable to see over
hand crank or if knees obstruct hand crank rotation.
4. Adjust chain length (Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain on page 55 or Adjusting
Twenty‐Seven Speed Cassette Chain on page 56) if crank has been adjusted.
5. If installed, ensure parking brake functions properly (Adjusting/Replacing the
Parking Brake on page 57). Check tension and adjust parking brake cable if necessary.
6. Check brakes to make sure brakes work properly.
7. If back height is adjustable, adjust back height (Adjusting Back Height ‐ Wide Back
Option Only on page 41).
8. Adjust seat position/upholstery (Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft ‐ All Models Except XLT
Gold and Top End Force on page 36, Adjusting Seat Height ‐ All Models Except XLT
Gold and Top End Force on page 38 and/or Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 58).
9. Adjust the hand crank. Refer to Adjusting Hand Crank on page 34.
10. Check that all hardware is tight.
Part No 1114850
WARNING
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1/2-inch Box Wrench
1/2-inch Socket Wrench
Medium Flat Screwdriver
Medium Phillips Screwdriver
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SECTION 4—INITIAL SETUP
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