Contents
Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
Recumbent Handcycle Series
Top End XLT Top End XLT Jr Top End XLT Pro Top End XLT Gold
Top End Force
ACCESSORIES WARNING
Recumbent Handcycle Series
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLING
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Adjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except Top End XLT Gold
Adjusting Top End XLT Gold Hand Crank
Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft - XLT Gold and Top End Force Only
SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Steering Dampener
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator
Installing Road Crown Compensator
SECTION 9-OPTIONS
Horizontal Handles/Delrin Handles
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DEALER/TECHNICIAN INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES
HANDCYCLE USER
HANDCYCLE TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS
SPECIAL NOTES
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
TOP END XLT
TOP END XLT JR
TOP END XLT GOLD
TOP END XLT PRO
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
Proper Fit
SECTION 1-GENERAL GUIDELINES
Operating Information
Care MUST be taken when operating on roads, streets or highways
Weight Limitation
Tire Pressure
SECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLING
Safety and Handling of the Handcycle
Stability and Balance
A Note to Handcycle Assistants
Transferring Into/Out of the Handcycle
Percentage of Weight Distribution
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1 on page
6. Shift body weight onto object while transferring
If installed, parking brake
Wheel locks MUST be engaged if installed
MUST be secured
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
Safety Inspection Checklist
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety Precautions
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
4. Clean/oil quick‐release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant
SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP
Initial Setup
FIGURE 4.1 Initial Setup
NOTE Parking brake located on left side of seat frame
Top End XLT/XLT Jr
Top End XLT PRO
FIGURE 4.2 Initial Setup
Rear Wheel Seat Footrest
Footrest
Top End XLT Gold
Riding the Handcycle
SECTION 5-OPERATION
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 on page
Shifting Gears
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
NOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT and XLT Jr. ONLY
Seven Speed Hub
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3 on page
Hands-On Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System Twenty-seven Speeds
Lower Derailleur Right Side Shifter
Upper Derailleur Manual Shifter
Braking
Backing-Up
Reversing Drum Brakes
Using Parking Brake
Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes
Slots or Hook and Loop Strap Not Shown Handle
Steering/Cornering
Handle UP
SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION
Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard
NOTE This procedure is for Top End XLT, XLT Jr., and XLT Pro ONLY
Using/Replacing Footrest Strap
Using Footrest Strap
NOTE For this procedure, refer to
Replacing Footrest Strap
Adjusting Hand Crank
Adjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except Top End XLT Gold
Adjusting Top End XLT Gold Hand Crank
Adjusting Hand Crank Height
1. If installed, activate parking brake
NOTE There is one clamp on the right and left side of the handcycle
Adjusting 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
Adjusting Back Angle - XLT Gold
NOTE Wheel not shown for clarity
Adjusting Back Height - Wide Back Option Only
Push pin MUST protrude through hole in back cane
Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheel and Quick-Release Axles
SECTION 7-WHEELS
Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles
Replacing Tire/Tube and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes
FIGURE 7.2 Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles
Axle Mounting Hole Frame Axle
Determining Toe In/Toe Out
Determining/Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out
NOTE For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the handcycle occupied
Replacing Camber Inserts
Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out
SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES
Replacing the Fork/Crank Assembly
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.1 on page
NOTE Laying the chain flat will prevent kinks in the chain
20. Slide the new fork into the frame
FIGURE 8.1 Replacing the Fork/Crank Assembly
Assembly
STEPS 1, 2, 3, 36
STEPS 6, 7
Replacing the Crank Arms - XLT Gold, XLT PRO and Top End Force
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on page
Replacing the Left Side Crank Arms
Replacing the Right Side Crank Arms
Installing Road Crown Compensator
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.3 on page
Adjusting Road Crown Compensator
Removing Road Crown Compensator
Road Crown
Compensator
Installing Steering Dampener
Adjusting Steering Dampener
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4 on page
Removing Steering Dampener
Installing Seven Speed Shifter Cable
NOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT only
mounting position on the hand crank assembly
fork assembly to mounting position on
Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed Shifter
Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain
Seven Speed Hub Chain Installation
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6 on page
Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain
Installing Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.7 on page
Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
Cable
Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake
Brake Pads
Replacing Seat Upholstery
Parking Brake
Replacing Back Upholstery
Replacing Wide Back Upholstery
Replacing Narrow Back Upholstery
NOTE Pull the back cushion off the back frame
SECTION 9-OPTIONS
Installing Rear Safety Light
NOTE Rear wheels removed for clarity
Installing the Water Bottle
Installing/Using the Tow Bar
Installing the Safety Flag
Installing the Draft Bumper
Using Safety Helmet
Installing Seat Positioning Strap
Installing the Computer
Installing Hand Crank Handles
Installing V/S Crankarm Handles
Failure to install handle assembly properly could result in injury
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.10 on page
2. Firmly tighten the bolt
For Models Made After 7/12/07
2. Firmly tighten the locknut
Installing Gloves
Mountain Drive Transmission Option
Switching to Mountain Drive Transmission Option
Mountain Drive Transmission Option Maintenance
Using the Travel Ready Option
Removing/Installing the Camber Bar
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.14 on page
NOTE To install the camber bar, reverse the steps below
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.15 on page
Installing the Fork
Removing the Fork
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.16 on page
Clamps
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.17 on page
Removing the Front Wheel
Assembling/Using/Adjusting the Handcycle Rack
Installing the Front Wheel
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.18 on page
Assembling the Handcycle Rack
Using the Handcycle Rack
Adjusting the Handcycle Rack
Wheel Tray Bracket
Rear Wheel Bar Brackets
Rear Wheel Bar
Using the Alignment Gauge
Alignment Gauge
Rear Tires
Alignment Bar
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