Invacare Top End XLT Jr, XLTPRO, Top End XLTTM Using Parking Brake, Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes

SECTION 5—OPERATION

Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes

WARNING

The twenty-seven speed cassette on the Top End XLT Pro, XLT Gold and Top End Force models use the hand brake as the primary brake. Reverse pedaling WILL NOT stop the bike.

Handcycles equipped with Hand Brakes - In situations where caution is advised (heavy traffic, intersections, etc.) hands should be kept in the "ready" position to prepare for braking.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.4.

1.Squeeze brake handle(s) as needed to slow or come to a complete stop.

2.Release when desired speed is achieved.

Rapid-Fire Hands-On

Brakes

Squeeze Brake

Handle

FIGURE 5.4 Braking - Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes

Using Parking Brake

WARNING

Before attempting to transfer in or out of the handcycle, every precaution should be taken to reduce the gap distance. Position the handcycle on level ground and as close as possible to the object you are transferring into or out of.

The object you are transferring into or out of MUST also be secured before attempting any transfer.

The parking brake of the handcycle MUST be engaged before attempting any transfer.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.5.

•To Engage the Parking Brake ‐ Squeeze the handle and push the ratchet lever and lift until the handle locks in place.

Recumbent Handcycle Series 30 Part No 1114850