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USER: BEFORE using this handcycle, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com 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™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the handcycle.
USER: BEFORE using this handcycle, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com 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™ DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the handcycle.
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... TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING INVACARE PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH INVACARE ACCESSORIES. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. ACCESSORIES DESIGNED BY OTHER...
... TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. ƽ ACCESSORIES WARNING INVACARE PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH INVACARE ACCESSORIES. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual are available on www.invacare.com. ACCESSORIES DESIGNED BY OTHER...
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...-Up ...29 Braking ...29 Reversing Drum Brakes...29 Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes...30 Using Parking Brake ...30 Steering/Cornering ...31 SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION 32 Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard 32 Replacing/Adjusting Footrest...32 Replacing/Adjusting Leg Guard ...32 Using/Replacing Footrest Strap ...33 Using Footrest Strap ...33 Replacing Footrest Strap ...33 Adjusting Hand Crank ...34 Adjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except XLT Gold and Top...
...-Up ...29 Braking ...29 Reversing Drum Brakes...29 Hand Brakes/Hands-On Brakes...30 Using Parking Brake ...30 Steering/Cornering ...31 SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION 32 Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard 32 Replacing/Adjusting Footrest...32 Replacing/Adjusting Leg Guard ...32 Using/Replacing Footrest Strap ...33 Using Footrest Strap ...33 Replacing Footrest Strap ...33 Adjusting Hand Crank ...34 Adjusting Hand Crank Height - All Models Except XLT Gold and Top...
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... Hub Chain 55 Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 55 Installing Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 55 Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 56 Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake 57 Adjusting the Parking Brake ...57 Replacing the Parking Brake ...57 Replacing Seat Upholstery...58 Replacing Back Upholstery ...59 Replacing Wide Back Upholstery...59 Replacing Narrow Back Upholstery 59 Part No 1114850 5 Recumbent...
... Hub Chain 55 Installing/Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 55 Installing Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 55 Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain 56 Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake 57 Adjusting the Parking Brake ...57 Replacing the Parking Brake ...57 Replacing Seat Upholstery...58 Replacing Back Upholstery ...59 Replacing Wide Back Upholstery...59 Replacing Narrow Back Upholstery 59 Part No 1114850 5 Recumbent...
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... registering include: 1. Travel Ready XLT PRO Equipped with Steering Dampener...69 Removing the Fork ...69 Installing the Fork...69 Removing/Installing the Front Wheel - Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to Mountain Drive Transmission Option 66 Mountain Drive Transmission Option Maintenance 66 Using the Travel Ready Option...67 Removing...
... registering include: 1. Travel Ready XLT PRO Equipped with Steering Dampener...69 Removing the Fork ...69 Installing the Fork...69 Removing/Installing the Front Wheel - Register ONLINE at warranty.invacare.com Please have your model number and purchase date available to Mountain Drive Transmission Option 66 Mountain Drive Transmission Option Maintenance 66 Using the Travel Ready Option...67 Removing...
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... or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. It is not designed for the handcycle user. Part No 1114850...
... or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for use as a safety device withstanding high stress loads such as the seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. If signs of wear appear, belt MUST be replaced immediately. It is not designed for the handcycle user. Part No 1114850...
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... removable (detachable) parts. The seat positioning strap is subject to all traffic rules and regulations. (This may be ordered with the optional parking brake, the parking brake MUST be engaged before attempting any items that may result in conjunction with reversing drum brake. This should only be performed by the user. Top End XLT Pro Model Only ‐...
... removable (detachable) parts. The seat positioning strap is subject to all traffic rules and regulations. (This may be ordered with the optional parking brake, the parking brake MUST be engaged before attempting any items that may result in conjunction with reversing drum brake. This should only be performed by the user. Top End XLT Pro Model Only ‐...
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..., your handcycle MUST be cared for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced. ❑ Ensure axle nuts are secure. ❑ Inspect wheels for excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. ❑ Inspect for flat spots...Part No 1114850 Keep wheel bearings adjusted and keep spokes tight and wheel in ‐1 oil® or a quality bike lubricant). Check for wax or oil on rim. ❑ Ensure cable anchor is tight and footrest secure. ❑ Inspect footrest straps for damage or looseness. ❑ Adjust shifter/brake cables according to suit your Top End XLT...
..., your handcycle MUST be cared for cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced. ❑ Ensure axle nuts are secure. ❑ Inspect wheels for excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. ❑ Inspect for flat spots...Part No 1114850 Keep wheel bearings adjusted and keep spokes tight and wheel in ‐1 oil® or a quality bike lubricant). Check for wax or oil on rim. ❑ Ensure cable anchor is tight and footrest secure. ❑ Inspect footrest straps for damage or looseness. ❑ Adjust shifter/brake cables according to suit your Top End XLT...
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... ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all parts for proper tension X X X and adjustment. Part No 1114850 21 Recumbent Handcycle Series CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. Check all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Troubleshooting SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION VEERS VEERS SLUGGISH WHEEL SQUEAKS LOOSENESS IN SOLUTIONS RIGHT LEFT...
... ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all parts for proper tension X X X and adjustment. Part No 1114850 21 Recumbent Handcycle Series CAUTION DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. Check all attaching hardware is tightened securely - Troubleshooting SECTION 3-SAFETY INSPECTION VEERS VEERS SLUGGISH WHEEL SQUEAKS LOOSENESS IN SOLUTIONS RIGHT LEFT...
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...Seat Fore/Aft ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 36, Adjusting Seat Height ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 38 and/or Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 56) if crank has been adjusted. 5. otherwise injury or damage may result. Adjust footrest (Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest... crank height before use, make sure brakes work properly. 7. NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following procedures be performed by a qualified technician. If installed, ensure parking brake functions properly (Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake on page 34)...
...Seat Fore/Aft ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 36, Adjusting Seat Height ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 38 and/or Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 56) if crank has been adjusted. 5. otherwise injury or damage may result. Adjust footrest (Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest... crank height before use, make sure brakes work properly. 7. NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following procedures be performed by a qualified technician. If installed, ensure parking brake functions properly (Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake on page 34)...
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Top End XLT PRO Hand Crank Assembly Brake Cable Fork Mounted Shifters and Brakes Chain Seat Footrest FIGURE 4.1 Initial Setup Recumbent Handcycle Series 24 Part No 1114850 SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP Back Rear Wheel Top End XLT/XLT Jr. Hand Crank Assembly/ Seat Reversing Drum Brake Shifter Location Chain Parking Brake Cable Footrest Back Rear Wheel NOTE: Parking brake located on left side of seat frame.
Top End XLT PRO Hand Crank Assembly Brake Cable Fork Mounted Shifters and Brakes Chain Seat Footrest FIGURE 4.1 Initial Setup Recumbent Handcycle Series 24 Part No 1114850 SECTION 4-INITIAL SETUP Back Rear Wheel Top End XLT/XLT Jr. Hand Crank Assembly/ Seat Reversing Drum Brake Shifter Location Chain Parking Brake Cable Footrest Back Rear Wheel NOTE: Parking brake located on left side of seat frame.
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... is used for propelling and steering of this procedure, refer to Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard on page 34. 4. Refer to Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 36 or Adjusting Seat Height ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold ... the handcycle. Ensure that the hand crank is tightened securely - Refer to Using Parking Brake on page 38. SECTION 5-OPERATION SECTION 5-OPERATION ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the handcycle otherwise injury or damage may occur. DO NOT operate the handcycle ...
... is used for propelling and steering of this procedure, refer to Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest and Leg Guard on page 34. 4. Refer to Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold and Top End Force on page 36 or Adjusting Seat Height ‐ All Models Except XLT Gold ... the handcycle. Ensure that the hand crank is tightened securely - Refer to Using Parking Brake on page 38. SECTION 5-OPERATION SECTION 5-OPERATION ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before using the handcycle otherwise injury or damage may occur. DO NOT operate the handcycle ...
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... onto the fork under the brake cable. NOTE: The leg guard should surround, but not touch, the rear of current position. Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the footrest to desired position. 7. SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching...
... onto the fork under the brake cable. NOTE: The leg guard should surround, but not touch, the rear of current position. Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the footrest to desired position. 7. SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION SECTION 6-RIDING POSITION ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching...
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...Note the position of the footrests and remove the footrests from the existing fork. 8. Note brake assembly hardware position and remove the brake assembly from the existing fork....wheel. 4. Remove the brake arm clamp from the frame. NOTE: Invacare recommends that secures the shifting lever to the brake arm clamp. 11. Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two cap nuts that secure the brake arm to the seat...SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is ...
...Note the position of the footrests and remove the footrests from the existing fork. 8. Note brake assembly hardware position and remove the brake assembly from the existing fork....wheel. 4. Remove the brake arm clamp from the frame. NOTE: Invacare recommends that secures the shifting lever to the brake arm clamp. 11. Loosen, but DO NOT remove the two cap nuts that secure the brake arm to the seat...SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is ...
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... Crank Handle SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES Fork Clamps FIGURE 8.9 Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake ƽ WARNING Before using your handcycle, inspect the parking brake for proper operation. Brake Pads 1. Secure with existing hardware and adjust. Adjusting the Parking Brake Cable 1. Remove the mounting nuts and replace brake pads. 2. Adjust the brake pad assembly so that...
... Crank Handle SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES Fork Clamps FIGURE 8.9 Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain Adjusting/Replacing the Parking Brake ƽ WARNING Before using your handcycle, inspect the parking brake for proper operation. Brake Pads 1. Secure with existing hardware and adjust. Adjusting the Parking Brake Cable 1. Remove the mounting nuts and replace brake pads. 2. Adjust the brake pad assembly so that...
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... the rear of the seat frame. 5. Reinstall back upholstery and seat cushion onto chair. Remove seat cushion and back upholstery from chair. 2. Secure the four fastening flaps together. 6. wet weather or puddles) will damage fastening straps/flaps/strips. SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES Parking Brake ƽ WARNING Replacement of the parking brake MUST be inspected before each use. Unlatch the four fastening...
... the rear of the seat frame. 5. Reinstall back upholstery and seat cushion onto chair. Remove seat cushion and back upholstery from chair. 2. Secure the four fastening flaps together. 6. wet weather or puddles) will damage fastening straps/flaps/strips. SECTION 8-SERVICE PROCEDURES Parking Brake ƽ WARNING Replacement of the parking brake MUST be inspected before each use. Unlatch the four fastening...
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... turn safety light on the safety light. 2. Reinstall lens cover. FIGURE 9.1 Installing Rear Safety Light Mounting the Safety Light 1. Recumbent Handcycle Series 60 Part No 1114850 Press GREY button to FIGURE 9.1. Batteries 1. Insert the AAA batteries with correct polarity (+ or ‐). 3. Remove the set screw into .... Position the clamp onto the rear seat post. 3. Remove lens cover and slide switch back and forth for clarity. SECTION 9-OPTIONS SECTION 9-OPTIONS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use of the handcycle is tightened securely -...
... turn safety light on the safety light. 2. Reinstall lens cover. FIGURE 9.1 Installing Rear Safety Light Mounting the Safety Light 1. Recumbent Handcycle Series 60 Part No 1114850 Press GREY button to FIGURE 9.1. Batteries 1. Insert the AAA batteries with correct polarity (+ or ‐). 3. Remove the set screw into .... Position the clamp onto the rear seat post. 3. Remove lens cover and slide switch back and forth for clarity. SECTION 9-OPTIONS SECTION 9-OPTIONS ƽ WARNING After any adjustments, repair or service and before use of the handcycle is tightened securely -...
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... housing using the bolt, spacer, and two bearings. HORIZONTAL HANDLES/DELRIN HANDLES Hand Crank Horizontal Handle Screw Vertical Handles 1. Secure the handle to hand crank with the screw (Detail "A"). 2. Tighten set screw to secure handle to adjust handle position (Detail "C"). 3. Loosen socket screws to crank. 3. TRI-PIN HANDLES V or S Crank Handles Replacement/installation of...
... housing using the bolt, spacer, and two bearings. HORIZONTAL HANDLES/DELRIN HANDLES Hand Crank Horizontal Handle Screw Vertical Handles 1. Secure the handle to hand crank with the screw (Detail "A"). 2. Tighten set screw to secure handle to adjust handle position (Detail "C"). 3. Loosen socket screws to crank. 3. TRI-PIN HANDLES V or S Crank Handles Replacement/installation of...
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The right crankarm has a flange at the base of the crankarm. NOTE: Handle should spin freely with minimal play . DETAIL "B" - HANDLE REPLACEMENT Crankarm Housing Handle Crankarm Locknut NOTE: For this assembly prior to FIGURE 9.11. 1. Firmly tighten ... contact Invacare. NOTE: Handle should spin freely with left crankarm. Bolt Bearing Crankarm Housing Bearing Spacer Crankarm Handle FIGURE 9.10 Installing V/S Crankarm Handles - For Models Made Before 7/12/07 For Models Made After 7/12/07 ƽ WARNING Failure to the crankarm housing using the set screw and...
The right crankarm has a flange at the base of the crankarm. NOTE: Handle should spin freely with minimal play . DETAIL "B" - HANDLE REPLACEMENT Crankarm Housing Handle Crankarm Locknut NOTE: For this assembly prior to FIGURE 9.11. 1. Firmly tighten ... contact Invacare. NOTE: Handle should spin freely with left crankarm. Bolt Bearing Crankarm Housing Bearing Spacer Crankarm Handle FIGURE 9.10 Installing V/S Crankarm Handles - For Models Made Before 7/12/07 For Models Made After 7/12/07 ƽ WARNING Failure to the crankarm housing using the set screw and...
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...FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of the back cover. In the event you purchased your...REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. The Mountain Drive Option is serialized, indicate the serial number. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
...FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of the back cover. In the event you purchased your...REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. The Mountain Drive Option is serialized, indicate the serial number. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS...