Freedom Concepts DCP MINI Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2: Safety Considerations

    Adjust brakes regularly to ensure proper stopping. We hope you enjoy your Adjustments can be made using the bike for many years to Freedom Concepts Multi-tool, which is come! shipped with all orders. Remember to always “Cycle Hard” and “Chill-Out” often! ©...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Looking for something in particular? Use our handy table of contents to source out the exact page for what you need or glance through the color-coded sections on the right-hand side for a particular category. Please note: not all instructions are relevant to each bike. Use the quick color-code reference from page 3 to ensure the instructions you are looking at are applicable to your bike’s needs.
  • Page 4: Expedition

    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 Quick Reference beneits. It ofers the advancement of motor skills, strengthens one’s core muscles, develops conidence, and ofers independence. Stay connected with Freedom Concepts To help you better, we...
  • Page 5: Straps, Harnesses

    Straps, Harnesses and Foot Plates (Operations) SEAT BELT & To ensure the bike rider is safely secured, please adjust the seat, NEOPRENE ANKLE straps, and harnesses to the proper settings for the individual. STRAP ADJUSTMENT 1. Loop strap as shown and pull (A) to tighten to desired length.
  • Page 6 Always wear shoes when riding to protect the feet. HANDCYCLE FOOTPLATE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Secure the foot irst by Once the handpedals and seat positioning have been positioning the heel at the determined, the footplates can be adjusted. The back of the foot plate (G) footplate can be positioned vertically at any height and then attaching the along the top or bottom of the vertical posts for...
  • Page 7: Seats

    Seats (Adjustments and Operations) Please Note: Seats come with diferent optional adjustments. Please Seat lap belt must refer to the following pictures for an understanding of the diferent adjustments available. always be worn with *See page 9 for quick release lever tension adjustments. the chest harness. Proper use of chest, lap, and hip belts SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ensures trunk stability...
  • Page 8: T-Bar Seat Installation

    Closed lever Opened lever HEAD SUPPORT HARDWARE SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Head support must be T-BAR SEAT 1. Open both quick release levers personally set exclusively to INSTALLATION (A & B). each individual’s needs. See If packaging requires, your detailed product manual for 2.
  • Page 9: Steering

    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 or SELF-CENTERING away from the seat you need to do SPRING...
  • Page 10: Quick Release Lever

    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.
  • Page 11: Rear Steering Handlebar

    ADJUSTABLE REAR STEER HANDLE TENSION ADJUSTMENT REAR STEERING HANDLEBAR To adjust the tension or COLUMN re-install after shipping: Rear steering 1. Loosen locking nut (A) column can be with 7/16 wrench. bent to allow 2. Slide outer barrel (B) of for ease of tie-rod towards locking transportation...
  • Page 12: Steering

    TANDEM CONNECTED CABLE TENSION ADJUSTMENT To adjust cable tension: 1. Loosen locking nut (D) with 14mm wrench. 2. Adjust the tension nut (E) with the same 14mm wrench. Turn the nut clock wise to tighten and counter-clockwise to loosen cable. 3.
  • Page 13: Gear Shifting And

    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 peddling.
  • Page 14 THUMB PEDAL CONTROL SHIFTER OPERATION Tandem bikes allow the option for both riders to pedal the bike at the same time. When the shifter (A) on the handlebar is closest to the rider the (B1) setting has the front sprocket in a neutral position and the front rider doesn’t contribute to THUMB/FINGER GEAR the propulsion of the bike.
  • Page 15: Adjustments

    ELECTRONIC MULTI-LENGTH CRANK ADAPTER ASSIST MOTOR A multi-length crank adapter is used for even greater Did you know we offer adjustability of the range of motion. the option of assist motors? They are ideal 1. Bolt adapter (B) to crank arm. Ensure locking for those who take support (C) on adapter is facing crank arm to extended bike rides or...
  • Page 16: Braking

    Braking (Adjustments and Operations) G E A R S H I F T I N G All Freedom Concepts’ adaptive bicycles are adjustable to individual needs. Provided are some quick reference graphics to help you with your braking requirements. MULTI-SPEED SHIFTER...
  • Page 17: Parking Back Brake

    ADJUSTMENTS 1. Loosen the locknut (A) by turning counterclockwise. PARKING BACK BRAKE 2. Turn the barrel adjuster (B) (Not available for DCP Mini’s) clockwise to tighten and Parking brakes are available counterclockwise to loosen for one or both rear wheels brake sensitivity.
  • Page 18: Caliper Tension

    A1, 2 Always ensure brake pads only touch the rim B1, 2 of the wheel. Pads touching the tire can cause flats. V- BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENTS CALIPER BRAKE TENSION ADJUSTMENTS 1. Loosen the locknut (A2) on the hand 1. Loosen the locknut (A1) on the hand brake brake by turning counterclockwise.
  • Page 19: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels And Tire Systems Removable Rear Wheel* Depending on the model of bike you own, there are a variety of diferent *Available only in wheels and tires available to you. 20” models. TO RELEASE TIRE OPTIONS THE WHEEL: For the best tire traction, we offer a variety of available options to it your Open the quick release individual needs.
  • Page 20: Customized Options

    Customized Options To help get the most out of your cycling experience, we ofer additional items and accessories for your customization needs. These items can be ordered online Don’t see something you need or want? Give us a call! We pride ourselves on making your experience as enjoyable as possible, and are constantly developing new products Racing Handcycles and items based on our clients’...
  • Page 21: Accessories

    Accessories Looking for something special? Listed below are some of the many items we feature on our website. MultiTool • Safety Flag • Water Bottle • Sun Shade Canopy & Holder Sun Shade • Wheel Relectors • Communication Tray Canopy •...
  • Page 22: Mission

    Adaptive Bikes or a Chill-Out Chair to a customer and it results in a sale, you will receive a check for $250.00! Simply ill out the following form and either fax, email, or go online with us. Upon Freedom Concepts was conirmation, a check will be in the mail. Once again, thank you for your support in born from a special helping us make life enjoyable for all! request to build a bike for a special needs child.
  • Page 23 Stimulating touch, sight, and smell, Chill-Out Chairs are a suitable alternative seating option for a wide range of disabilities. Built using a combination of high-grade foams, both The Rock’er and The Roll’er provide targeted pressure on the body and comfortably hug individuals in place, without the need for restraints. Each chair comes with a multi-purpose ottoman that can offer leg support, be used as additional seating, or work as a side table.

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