Recumbent Handcycle Series
Owner’s Operator and Maintenance Manual
Top End XLT Top End XLT Jr Top End XLT Pro Top End XLT Gold
Top End Force
Recumbent Handcycle Series
ACCESSORIES WARNING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLING
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Adjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except Top End XLT Gold
Adjusting Top End XLT Gold Hand Crank
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Steering Dampener
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 9-OPTIONS
Horizontal Handles/Delrin Handles
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SPECIAL NOTES
DEALER/TECHNICIAN INFORMATION
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
Tire Pressure
Weight Limitation
Safety and Handling of the Handcycle
SECTION 2-SAFETY AND HANDLING
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
If installed, parking brake
6. Shift body weight onto object while transferring
Wheel locks MUST be engaged if installed
MUST be secured
Safety Inspection Checklist
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
Inspect/Adjust Weekly
Inspect/Adjust Periodically
Inspect/Adjust Monthly
SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Maintenance Safety Precautions
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
4. Clean/oil quick‐release axles once a week with a Teflon lubricant
Initial Setup
SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP
FIGURE 4.1 Initial Setup
SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP
NOTE Parking brake located on left side of seat frame
Top End XLT/XLT Jr
FIGURE 4.2 Initial Setup
SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP
Hand Crank Assembly
Back
Riding the Handcycle
SECTION 5-OPERATION
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.1 on page
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Shifting Gears
NOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT and XLT Jr. ONLY
Seven Speed Hub
Hands-On Rapid Fire Shifter/Brake System Twenty-seven Speeds
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.3 on page
Lower Derailleur Right Side Shifter
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
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Steering/Cornering
Slots or Hook and Loop Strap Not Shown Handle
Handle UP
SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION
Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
NOTE This procedure is for Top End XLT, XLT Jr., and XLT Pro ONLY
Using Footrest Strap
Using/Replacing Footrest Strap
NOTE For this procedure, refer to
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
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
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
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
Replacing Tire/Tube and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes
Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
FIGURE 7.2 Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Determining/Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out
Determining Toe In/Toe Out
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
Replacing the Fork/Crank Assembly
SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES
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
SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES
Assembly
STEPS 1, 2, 3, 36
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2 on page
Replacing the Crank Arms - XLT Gold, XLT PRO and Top End Force
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
Removing Road Crown Compensator
Adjusting Road Crown Compensator
Road Crown
Compensator
Adjusting Steering Dampener
Installing Steering Dampener
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.4 on page
Removing Steering Dampener
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Installing Seven Speed Shifter Cable
NOTE This procedure applies to the Top End XLT only
mounting position on the hand crank assembly
Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain
Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed Shifter
Seven Speed Hub Chain Installation
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.6 on page
Adjusting Seven Speed Hub Chain
Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
Installing Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.7 on page
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake
Cable
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
SECTION 9-OPTIONS
Installing Rear Safety Light
NOTE For this procedure, refer to
NOTE Rear wheels removed for clarity
Installing/Using the Tow Bar
Installing the Water Bottle
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Installing the Safety Flag
Installing the Draft Bumper
Using Safety Helmet
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Installing the Computer
Installing Seat Positioning Strap
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Installing V/S Crankarm Handles
Installing Hand Crank Handles
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Failure to install handle assembly properly could result in injury
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Failure to install handle assembly properly could result in injury
For Models Made After 7/12/07
2. Firmly tighten the bolt
Mountain Drive Transmission Option
Installing Gloves
Switching to Mountain Drive Transmission Option
Mountain Drive Transmission Option Maintenance
Removing/Installing the Camber Bar
Using the Travel Ready Option
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.14 on page
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
Clamps
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.16 on page
Removing the Front Wheel
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.17 on page
Installing the Front Wheel
Assembling/Using/Adjusting the Handcycle Rack
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.18 on page
Assembling the Handcycle Rack
Using the Handcycle Rack
Wheel Tray Bracket
Adjusting the Handcycle Rack
Rear Wheel Bar Brackets
Rear Wheel Bar
NOTE For this procedure, refer to FIGURE
Using the Alignment Gauge
Alignment Gauge
Rear Tires
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