Invacare XLTPRO, Top End XLT Jr, Top End XLTTM, Force Backing-Up, Braking, Reversing Drum Brakes

SECTION 5—OPERATION

Shift Lever “B”

Shift Lever “A”

FIGURE 5.3 Shifting Gears - Hands-On Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System: Twenty-seven

Speeds - Hands-On Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System: Twenty-seven Speeds

Backing-Up

Use the rear wheels (i.e. like a manual handcycle) to backup. When backing up, keep the front wheel straight. The weight of the hand crank may engage the reversing drum brakes (Top End XLT and XLT jr. models ONLY) while backing up. Lift the pedals up to avoid this problem.

CAUTION

If backing up in the XLT PRO, XLT Gold and Force models, take care not to tangle the cables.

Braking

Top End XLT Handcycles have either internal gearing (7 speeds) or external gearing (24 or 27 speeds). Internal geared handcycles (7 speeds) are equipped with reversing drum brakes. External geared handcycles (24 or 27 speeds) have hand brakes.

Reversing Drum Brakes

NOTE: Top End XLT and XLT Jr. with the seven speed hub have reversing drum brakes.

Use the brakes intermittently on your handcycle to bring it to a complete stop. Apply by pedaling in reverse.

Part No 1114850 29 Recumbent Handcycle Series