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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
EXCELERATOR™ SERIES
Li'l Excelerator
DEALER:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF
THE HANDCYCLE.
REFER TO THE INFORMATION ON PAGE 7 OF THIS
MANUAL.
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- Page 1 THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE HANDCYCLE. REFER TO THE INFORMATION ON PAGE 7 OF THIS MANUAL. USER: BEFORE USING THIS HANDCYCLE, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit: www.invacare.co...
- Page 2 READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT YOUR INVACARE DEALER OR INVACARE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT (800) 532-8677 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SECTION 6 - WHEELS ..............27 Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheels and Quick-Release Axles ............. 27 Tire/Tube Replacement and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes............28 Tire Pressure ............................... 28 Determining/Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out ....................28 Replacing Camber Inserts ......................... 29 Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... - Page 4 3. Receive updates with product information, maintenance tips, and industry news. 4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if servicing is needed on your product. 5. It will enable Invacare to improve product designs based on your input and needs.
- Page 5 ❏ ❏ If at any time you wish not to receive future mailings from us, please contact us at Invacare Corporation, CRM Department, 39400 Taylor Parkway, Elyria, OH 44035, or fax to 877-619-7996 and we will remove you from our mailing list.
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Page 7: Dealer/Technician Information
SPECIAL NOTES DEALER/TECHNICIAN INFORMATION The term "qualified technician" in this manual refers to an Invacare qualified technician or a Shimano® certified bicycle repair technician. SPECIAL NOTES WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. -
Page 8: Typical Product Parameters
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS EXCELERATOR LI'L EXCELERATOR Seat Width: 14 to 20-inches 12 or 14-inches Seat Depth: 12 or 14-inches Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Fixed 20/18-inches Fixed 17.5/15.5-inches Back Style: Rigid Rigid Back Height (Adjustable): 11to14 with a 90° Angle... -
Page 9: Section 1 - General Guidelines
The manufacturer is not responsible for failure, damage or injury caused by improper operation or maintenance by the end-user. To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice transferring activities in the presence of a qualified health care professional BEFORE attempting active use of the handcycle. Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... - Page 10 DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare. Otherwise, the warranty is void. DO NOT attempt to lift the handcycle by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of an handcycle may result in injury to the user or damage to the handcycle.
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Page 11: Tire Pressure
WEIGHT LIMITATION WARNING The Invacare Excelerator has a weight limitation of 350 lbs. The Invacare Li'l Excelerator has a weight limitation of 150 lbs. Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 12: Safety/Handling Of The Handcycle
Individual users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him/her in overcoming obstacles that they may encounter. -
Page 13: Transferring Into/Out Of The Handcycle
NOTE: Refer to STEPS A-F in FIGURE 1 for details regarding transfer to/from a wheelchair. 7. Shift body weight onto object while transferring. 8. Lift and place LEFT leg past front frame, across seat and over center tube. Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 14: General Guidelines
Follow a similar procedure to transfer to/from an object other than a wheelchair. Refer to the steps on the previous page for more information. FIGURE 1 - TRANSFERRING INTO/OUT OF A WHEELCHAIR Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 15: Section 2 - Safety Inspection
NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your Excelerator. For safe and proper operation, your Excelerator must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your Excelerator. -
Page 16: Maintenance
SLUGGISH SQUEAKS LOOSENESS VEERS VEERS TURN OR WHEEL RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE FLUTTERS RATTLES EXCELERATOR SOLUTIONS Check tires for correct and equal pressure. Check for loose axle nuts. Check spokes and nipples. Check chain for proper tension and adjustment. Check that goose neck fittings are secure. - Page 17 REPLACEMENT or SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in SECTION 7 of this manual. 10. Check alignment of front wheel. If it wobbles or takes too much effort to turn by hand, have it aligned at your local bike shop. Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series...
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Page 18: Section 3 - Initial Setup
BEFORE using the handcycle - otherwise injury or damage may occur. INITIAL SETUP (FIGURE 1) NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following procedure be performed by a qualified technician. Tools required: Adjustable wrench (10 to 12-inches) - Page 19 INITIAL SETUP SECTION 3 Hand Crank Seven (7) Speed Shifter Assembly Brake Cable Back Seat Chain Rear Wheel Parking Brake Tension Spring Footrest FIGURE 1 - INITIAL SETUP Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series...
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Page 20: Riding The Handcycle
ADJUSTING HAND CRANK HEIGHT in SECTION 5 of this manual. Hand Crank (STEPS 3, 6, 8 AND 9) FRONT OF Seat (STEP 5) HANDCYCLE REAR OF HANDCYCLE Footrest (STEP 4) FIGURE 1 - RIDING THE HANDCYCLE Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 21: Shifting Gears
To shift gears while moving, hold onto the hand crank assembly with one (1) hand, continue pedaling, but ease pressure on the pedals and select the gear required with the other hand. When the Excelerator is stationary, simply select gear required. 1. Perform one (1) of the following: A. -
Page 22: Backing Up
(pedaling) or coasting. When cornering, it is recommended that you slow the handcycle, stop pedaling, steer the handcycle and coast through the turn. Hands should be UP in the crank cycle (between approximately the 11 and 12 o'clock position). Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 23: Hand Crank Height Adjustment
2. Slide the footplate up or down to desired height. Allow at least 2-inches of ground clearance. 3. Retighten the socket screw that secures the footplate. 4. Secure straps over top of feet before using your Excelerator. Part No. 1056188... - Page 24 4. Install the button screws into the mounting holes and tighten securely with the locknuts. DEPTH ADJUSTMENT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Button Screws Socket Screws Footplate Footplate Locknuts ANGLE ADJUSTMENT OR REPLACEMENT Footplate Button Screws Locknuts FIGURE 2 - FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188...
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Page 25: Sliding Seat Adjustment/Replacement
6. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to install sliding seat and seat rails onto the seat frame. Adjustment Lever Seat Rail Locknuts and Threaded Studs (Both Sides) Seat Back Seat Rails Seat Rail Bracket Locknuts, Bolts, and Coved Spacers (Both Sides) FIGURE 3 - SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 26: Back Height Adjustment (Adjustable Backs Only)
(1) of three (3) heights depending on original back height. 3. Reinstall the back upholstery onto the handcycle. Refer to BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in SECTION 7 of this manual. Back Canes Push Pin Back Cane Insert FIGURE 4 - BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY) Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 27: Section 6 - Wheels
NOTE: If drag to either side occurs, repeat the procedure until the handcycle rolls correctly. Quick-Release Rear Wheel Axle Receiver Hex Nut Axle Locknut Locking Pins Detent Pin Axle Receiver FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEELS AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 28: Tire/Tube Replacement And Tuning/Replacement Of Spokes
SECTION 6 WHEELS TIRE/TUBE REPLACEMENT AND TUNING/ REPLACEMENT OF SPOKES NOTE: Invacare recommends that these procedures be performed by a qualified technician. TIRE PRESSURE WARNING DO NOT use the handcycle unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these warnings may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm. -
Page 29: Replacing Camber Inserts
3. Install the new camber insert into the camber bar. 4. Adjust the toe in/toe out of the wheelchair. Refer to DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of the manual. Clamp Frame Camber Insert Camber Bar Socket Screw FIGURE 3 - REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 30: Section 7 - Service Procedures
TENSION SPRING INSTALLATION tightening the eye bolts. This should be done before installation of the tension spring. 2. Using a medium flat screwdriver, hook the tension spring to the fork assembly and front frame eye bolts. Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 31: Seven (7) Speed Shifter Cable Installation
MUST be serviced and adjusted by a qualified technician. NOTE: QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY - Contact Invacare, 1-800-532-8677 for complete SHIMANO hub instructions. It is recommended that you take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for any shifter adjustment. Part No. 1056188... -
Page 32: Seven (7) Speed Hub Chain Installation
5. Place chain over the top of the bottom chain tensioner. 6. Attach the chain together using the master link (w/clip) provided. CHAIN TENSIONERS Hand Crank STEP 2 Chain Bottom Chain STEP 4 Wheel Sprocket Sprocket Assembly FIGURE 3 - SEVEN (7) SPEED HUB CHAIN INSTALLATION Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 33: Chain Adjustment
3. Adjust the tautness of the chain by moving the adjustable chain idler IN or OUT as shown in FIGURE 4. 4. Tighten the hex screw to secure the adjustable chain idler in place. Screw Adjustable Chain Idler FIGURE 4 - CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 34: Parking Brake Adjustment/Replacement
2. Secure with existing hardware and adjust. Parking Brake. WARNING Replacement of the parking brake MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Rim of Mounting Wheel Nuts Adjuster Brake Barrel Pads FIGURE 5 - PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 35: Seat Upholstery Replacement
6. Reinstall back upholstery and seat cushion onto chair. Back Upholstery Large Strap Toward Rear of Seat Frame Towards Front of Chair Three (3) Seat Upholstery Fastening Straps Towards Rear of Seat Frame FIGURE 6 - SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 36: Back Upholstery Replacement
4. Install the new back upholstery onto the wheelchair. 5. Securely latch the fastening flaps on the bottom of the new back upholstery to the back canes. Back Upholstery Fastening Flap Fastening Flap Back Cane FIGURE 7 - BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 37: Section 8 - Options
2. Attach the water bottle mounting bracket to the mounting tube using the hardware provided. 3. Push water bottle into mounting bracket until secure. Seat Frame Mounting Tube Mounting Bracket Water Bottle FIGURE 1 - WATER BOTTLE INSTALLATION Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 38: Rear Safety Light
1. Open clip on back of safety light. 2. Place clip over back upholstery fastening flap and release. OPERATING THE SAFETY LIGHT 1. Press GREY button for ON/OFF. 2. Remove lens cover and slide switch back and forth for pulse or constant mode. Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 39: Seat Positioning Strap Installation
Metal Plug FIGURE 4 - COMPUTER INSTALLATION SEAT POSITIONING STRAP INSTALLATION (FIGURE 5) 1. Secure seat positioning strap to back canes using hardware provided. Back Canes Seat Positioning Strap FIGURE 5 - SEAT POSITIONING STRAP INSTALLATION Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 40: Hand Crank Handles
Secure glove loop to back of glove. 3. Reattach glove strips to back of glove. Palm Loop Secured to Glove Glove Loop Glove Top Slot Glove Strip Palm Horizontal Handle Loop Bottom Slot Glove Strip FIGURE 7 - GLOVES Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 41: Safety Flag Installation
NOTE: Three (3) different brackets are included for different widths. 3. Change bracket by removing the existing button screws and attach the new bracket with the existing button screws. Bracket Styles Back Cane Lateral Support Button Screws Back Cane FIGURE 10 - LATERAL SUPPORT Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 42: Using The Alignment Gauge
IN/TOE OUT in SECTION 6 of this manual. Alignment Gauge FRONT OF THE HANDCYCLE Rear Tires Alignment Alignment Front Screw Measurement Rear Height Adjustment Measurement Screw REAR OF THE HANDCYCLE FIGURE 11 - USING THE ALIGNMENT GAUGE Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... -
Page 43: Mountain Drive Option
LEFT side of the hand crank IN while the option is UNDER NO LOAD. MAINTENANCE The mountain drive option should be maintained by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer's instructions included with the handcycle. Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series... -
Page 44: Assembling/Using/Adjusting The Handcycle Rack
Refer to ADJUSTING THE HANDCYCLE RACK in this procedure. 3. Secure the front wheel to the wheel tray bracket using the strap provided. 4. Secure the rear wheels to the rear wheel bar using the straps provided. Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188... - Page 45 Large Mounting Bolts and Locknuts Bracket Rear Wheel Bar Bracket Wheel Stop Wheel Tray Wheel Stop Mounting Mounting Positions Bolt and Locknut Mounting Bolts and Locknuts Wheel Tray Bracket FIGURE 12 - ASSEMBLING/USING/ADJUSTING THE HANDCYCLE RACK Part No. 1056188 Excelerator™Series...
- Page 46 2. Position the rear wheel bar to one (1) of three (3) mounting positions on the wheel tray. 3. Secure the rear wheel bar to the wheel tray with the two (2) mounting bolts and locknuts. Excelerator™Series Part No. 1056188...
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Page 47: Limited Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase; distributed parts and components including compensators, forks, upholstery and miscellaneous bicycle components are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase;... - Page 48 Invacare Corporation One Invacare Way Invacare and Top End are registered Elyria, Ohio USA trademarks of Invacare Corporation. 44036-2125 Excelerator and Yes, you can. are 800-333-6900 trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Shimano, Nexus, and Ultegra are Invacare Top End registered trademarks of 4501 63RD Circle North Shimano Inc.
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