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