Invacare Top End XLTTM, XLTPRO Replacing the Crank Arms - XLT Gold, XLT PRO and Top End Force

Contents Recumbent Handcycle Series Owner’s Operator and Maintenance ManualTop End XLT Top End XLT Jr Top End XLT Pro Top End XLT Gold Top End ForceRecumbent Handcycle Series ACCESSORIES WARNINGTABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLING SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTIONAdjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except Top End XLT Gold TABLE OF CONTENTSAdjusting Top End XLT Gold Hand Crank Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft - XLT Gold and Top End Force OnlyInstalling/Removing/Adjusting the Steering Dampener SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURESInstalling/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator Installing Road Crown CompensatorHorizontal Handles/Delrin Handles SECTION 9-OPTIONSRegister ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com REGISTER YOUR PRODUCTLIMITED WARRANTY SPECIAL NOTES DEALER/TECHNICIAN INFORMATIONHANDCYCLE USER HANDCYCLE TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPSSPECIAL NOTES TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERSTOP END XLT TOP END XLT JRTOP END XLT GOLD TOP END XLT PROTYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Proper Fit SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINESOperating Information Care MUST be taken when operating on roads, streets or highways Tire Pressure Weight LimitationSafety and Handling of the Handcycle SECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLINGStability and Balance A Note to Handcycle AssistantsTransferring Into/Out of the Handcycle Percentage of Weight DistributionNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1 on page If installed, parking brake 6. Shift body weight onto object while transferringWheel locks MUST be engaged if installed MUST be securedSafety Inspection Checklist SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTIONInspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust Periodically Inspect/Adjust MonthlyMaintenance TroubleshootingMaintenance Safety Precautions Suggested Maintenance Procedures4. Clean/oil quick‐release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant Initial Setup SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUPNOTE Parking brake located on left side of seat frame FIGURE 4.1 Initial SetupTop End XLT/XLT Jr Top End XLT PRORear Wheel Seat Footrest FIGURE 4.2 Initial SetupFootrest Top End XLT GoldRiding the Handcycle SECTION 5-OPERATIONNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 on page NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE Shifting GearsNOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT and XLT Jr. ONLY Seven Speed HubHands-On Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System Twenty-seven Speeds NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3 on pageLower Derailleur Right Side Shifter Upper Derailleur Manual ShifterBraking Backing-UpReversing Drum Brakes Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes Using Parking BrakeSlots or Hook and Loop Strap Not Shown Handle Steering/CorneringHandle UP SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg GuardNOTE This procedure is for Top End XLT, XLT Jr., and XLT Pro ONLY Using Footrest Strap Using/Replacing Footrest StrapNOTE For this procedure, refer to Replacing Footrest StrapAdjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except Top End XLT Gold Adjusting Hand CrankAdjusting Hand Crank Height Adjusting Top End XLT Gold Hand CrankNOTE There is one clamp on the right and left side of the handcycle 1. If installed, activate parking brakeAdjusting Seat Fore/Aft - XLT Gold and Top End Force Only Adjusting Seat Height - All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force Adjusting Back Angle - All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force NOTE Wheel not shown for clarity Adjusting Back Angle - XLT GoldPush pin MUST protrude through hole in back cane Adjusting Back Height - Wide Back Option OnlySECTION 7-WHEELS Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheel and Quick-Release AxlesReplacing Tire/Tube and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded AxlesFIGURE 7.2 Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles Axle Mounting Hole Frame AxleDetermining Toe In/Toe Out Determining/Adjusting Toe In/Toe OutNOTE For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the handcycle occupied Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out Replacing Camber InsertsReplacing the Fork/Crank Assembly SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURESNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1 on page NOTE Laying the chain flat will prevent kinks in the chain20. Slide the new fork into the frame Assembly FIGURE 8.1 Replacing the Fork/Crank AssemblySTEPS 1, 2, 3, 36 STEPS 6, 7NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on page Replacing the Crank Arms - XLT Gold, XLT PRO and Top End ForceReplacing the Left Side Crank Arms Replacing the Right Side Crank ArmsInstalling Road Crown Compensator Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown CompensatorNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3 on page Removing Road Crown Compensator Adjusting Road Crown CompensatorRoad Crown CompensatorAdjusting Steering Dampener Installing Steering DampenerNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4 on page Removing Steering DampenerNOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT only Installing Seven Speed Shifter Cablemounting position on the hand crank assembly fork assembly to mounting position onInstalling/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed ShifterSeven Speed Hub Chain Installation NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6 on pageAdjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette ChainInstalling Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.7 on pageAdjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain Cable Adjusting/Replacing the Parking BrakeBrake Pads Parking Brake Replacing Seat UpholsteryReplacing Wide Back Upholstery Replacing Back UpholsteryReplacing Narrow Back Upholstery NOTE Pull the back cushion off the back frameSECTION 9-OPTIONS Installing Rear Safety LightNOTE Rear wheels removed for clarity Installing/Using the Tow Bar Installing the Water BottleInstalling the Safety Flag Installing the Draft BumperUsing Safety Helmet Installing the Computer Installing Seat Positioning StrapInstalling V/S Crankarm Handles Installing Hand Crank HandlesFailure to install handle assembly properly could result in injury NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.10 on page2. Firmly tighten the bolt For Models Made After 7/12/072. Firmly tighten the locknut Mountain Drive Transmission Option Installing GlovesSwitching to Mountain Drive Transmission Option Mountain Drive Transmission Option MaintenanceRemoving/Installing the Camber Bar Using the Travel Ready OptionNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.14 on page NOTE To install the camber bar, reverse the steps belowNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.15 on page Installing the ForkRemoving the Fork Clamps NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.16 on pageRemoving the Front Wheel NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.17 on pageInstalling the Front Wheel Assembling/Using/Adjusting the Handcycle RackNOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.18 on page Assembling the Handcycle RackUsing the Handcycle Rack Wheel Tray Bracket Adjusting the Handcycle RackRear Wheel Bar Brackets Rear Wheel BarAlignment Gauge Using the Alignment GaugeRear Tires Alignment BarLIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTYThis warranty pertains to the Top End Series Only Canada