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Summary of Contents for Freedom Concepts DISCOVERY DCP MINI
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Owner’s Manual freedomconcepts.com For All Freedom Concepts Adaptive Bicycles...
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Always ensure riders are wearing a helmet when the adaptive bicycle is in use. We hope you enjoy your Do not alter or modify any component on the device. Freedom Concepts does not accept responsibility bike for many years to for any modifications or alterations made to the device after it leaves the factory.
Table of Contents Looking for something in particular? Use our handy table of contents to source the exact page for what you need. Please note: not all instructions are relevant to each bike. Use the quick color-code reference on page 3 to ensure the instructions you are looking at are applicable to your bike’s needs.
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Series Models Color-Code Freedom Concepts prides itself in enabling children of all ages, and even those who are just young at heart, to have fun. Cycling provides so many physical and psychological benefits. It offers the Quick Reference advancement of motor skills, strengthens one’s core muscles, develops confidence, and offers For your convenience, independence.
Straps, Harnesses and Foot Plates (Operations) To ensure the rider is safely secured, please adjust the seat, SEAT BELT, CHEST STRAP straps, and harnesses to the proper settings for the individual. & NEOPRENE ANKLE STRAP ADJUSTMENT 1. Loop strap as shown and pull (A) to tighten to desired RIGID AND NEOPRENE FOOT PLATE...
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Always wear shoes when riding to protect the feet. HANDCYCLE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Secure the foot first by The fixed footplates can be positioned vertically at positioning the heel at any height, along the top or bottom, of the vertical the back of the foot plate posts.
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WARNING Seats (Adjustments and Operations) Seat lap belt must Seats come with different optional adjustments. Please always be worn with refer to the following pictures for an understanding of the different adjustments available. the chest harness. *See page 9 for quick release lever tension adjustments. Proper use of chest, lap, and hip belts ensures trunk stability...
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Closed lever Opened lever HEAD SUPPORT T-BAR SEAT HARDWARE INSTALLATION SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Head support must be 1. Ensure both seat quick 1. Open both quick release levers personally set exclusively to release levers are open (A & B). each individual’s needs. See before installing the seat.
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Steering (Adjustments and Operations) All steering should be adjusted to individual needs. On the following pages we have provided some HAND DRIVE STEERING quick reference guides to help you with your steering ADJUSTMENT RELEASE requirements. To swing hand pedals towards SELF-CENTERING or away from the seat, do the SPRING...
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Quick Release HANDLEBAR/GRIP ADJUSTMENTS Lever Adjustments 1. To adjust handlebars in or out, loosen 6mm From time-to-time you socket head wedge bolt (A), approximately 4-5 may need to adjust the full turns. tension on your quick 2. Tap bolt (A) lightly with a hammer to unlock release levers.
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REAR STEER HANDLE FOLDING TENSION ADJUSTMENT REAR STEERING HANDLEBAR To adjust the tension or COLUMN re-install after shipping: On the ET2611 1. Loosen locking nut (A) Tandem, the with 9/16” (14mm) wrench. rear steering 2. Slide outer barrel (B) of column can tie-rod towards locking be folded to...
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TANDEM CONNECTED CABLE TENSION ADJUSTMENT To adjust cable tension: 1. Loosen locking nut (D) with 9/16” (14mm) wrench. 2. Adjust the tension nut (E) with the same 9/16” (14mm) wrench. Turn the nut clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen cable. 3.
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Gear Shifting (Adjustments and Operations) All Freedom Concepts adaptive bicycles are adjustable to individual needs. Provided are some quick reference graphics to help you with your shifting requirements. AA: HAND GRIP SHIFTER OPERATION Rotating the Revo-shifter (A) up towards the “-“ sign will lower the gear for easier pedaling.
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3 AND 5 SPEED CABLE PEDAL CONTROL SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT The Pedal Control Shifter allows the rider If the cable starts to stretch to adjust how much they contribute to the from normal use, quick propulsion of the bike. When the thumb adjustments can retighten shifter (A) on the handlebar is pointing the slack.
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ELECTRIC CRANK ARM LENGTH SHORTENER ASSIST MOTOR A multi-length crank shortener is used for greater Did you know we offer adjustability of the range of motion. the option of electric assist motors? They are 1. Bolt adapter (B) to crank arm. Ensure locking support ideal for those who take channel on adapter is facing crank arm to secure extended bike rides...
Braking (Adjustments and Operations) All Freedom Concepts adaptive bicycles are adjustable to individual needs. Provided are some quick reference graphics to help you with your braking requirements. Learn More With Our SEATING DEDICATED TO YOUR How-To Videos. HAND COMFORT, SUPPORT AND STYLE.
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WARNING Left disc brake AA: HAND BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENTS 1. Loosen the locknut (A) by turning away from housing (B). 2. Turn the barrel adjuster (C) towards the housing to Right disc loosen and away to tighten brake sensitivity. brake Please note: when squeezing to apply the brakes, When transferring the brake lever should not touch the handlebar.
WARNING Always ensure brake pads only touch the rim of the wheel. Pads touching the tire can cause flats. V- BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENTS CALIPER BRAKE TENSION 1. Loosen the locknut (A1) on the hand ADJUSTMENTS brake by turning counterclockwise. 1. Loosen the locknut (A1) on the hand brake 2.
For maintenance-free riding, we offer the option of solid tires with the custom Freedom Concepts gripper tread. The solid tires are ideal for multi-user environments, Head over to our YouTube as they never go flat.
Ask us about Adjustments can be locked position. shipping options to made using the Freedom Concepts determine the best means Multi-Tool, which is for delivery. shipped with all orders. C U S T O M I Z E D O P T I O N S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S...
Accessories Looking for something special? Listed below are some of the many items we feature on our website. Visit us at freedomconcepts.com to learn more. Multi-Tool • Safety Flag • Water Bottle •Bike Cover Sun Shade & Holder • Wheel Reflectors Custom Headrests Canopy •...
Simply fill out the following form and fax or email it to us, or fill out the form on our website. Upon confirmation, a check will be sent in the mail. Once again, thank you for your support in Freedom Concepts was helping us make life enjoyable for all!
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Share your first ride with us! Share your first ride with us! Send us a photo or video of your first ride for a chance to be featured on our social media pages! Questions? Call Us! 1-800-661-9915 @FreedomConceptsInc @FreedomConcepts @FreedomConcepts Email: mobility@freedomconcepts.com Website: freedomconcepts.com...
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