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Upper Frame Parts

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Silencers (4)

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Seat Bracket & Hardware

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Shifter

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Shifter Lever (1)

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Knob (1)

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Shifter Trigger (1)

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Pipe Saddle (1)

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Rod End Adjuster (1)

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Hardware

15)

Rotary Lock & Hardware

16)

Slide Upper Axle & Hardware

17)

Set Screws

18)

Skid Plate, Rivets & Hardware

Summary of Contents for Dynamique Biski

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Page 2: ...ty before using your Monique on the slopes Contents I Initial Assembly 4 II Know Before You Go 7 How to Load the Chairlift 8 Tethers 13 Seat 14 Footrest 16 Handle 18 Center of Mass Adjustment 19 Shock Setup 20 III Shock Tuning 22 IV Chairlift Evacuation 24 V Accessories 26 Superlite Outriggers 26 NEXGen Fixed Outriggers 26 Skier Handlebar 27 VI Maintenance 28 Schedule 29 Load System 32 Shock Servi...

Page 3: ...DYNAMIQUE 3 Below shows major component names that will be referred to in this manual More detailed drawings can be found in later sections ...

Page 4: ...Your Dynamique comes partially assembled No tools are necessary to finish assembly In one box will be your Frame Seat Footrest Handle Articulating Mechanism and any extra parts you ordered In another box will be your bi skis ...

Page 5: ...o the Articulating Mechanism Once fully in the retaining ring will snap into place around the Articulating Mechanism s foot 2 Install the Articulating Mechanism to the Frame Place the lower frame within the channels of the Articulating Mechanism Push two quick release skewers into the ski from the right side and secure with the thumb nut of the other side Clamp quick release lever to secure the me...

Page 6: ...two single ratcheting ladders from the seat back 4 Remove and discard the wooden dowels from the foot and handle tubes The pin is not pinned through the dowel Remove the dowel first and then remove the pin 5 Install the Footrest Be careful to slide each side in straight and at the same time Slide tap the footrest into the tubes If necessary a rubber mallet can be used to overcome initial friction ...

Page 7: ...mique is being used by an adaptive ski program the guide should be kept in a publicly known location It is the responsibility of the adaptive ski program to ensure every user is familiar with the entirety of this section before taking the Dynamique out on the slopes Red warnings emphasize mis use practices that reduce a skier s safety and damage your equipment Damage or wear resulting from mis use...

Page 8: ...elease the seat angle ratchet strap This minimizes forward lean on the skis in the raised position and reduces teeter while sitting on the chair There is a ruler on the inside of the ladder straps to help you remember where the seat angle was at 2 Push the shifter forward into the Up position This is the only approved method for loading a Dynamique on a chairlift ...

Page 9: ...ion to where you line up in relation to the chair Be aware of grab handles footrests or other add ons that may interfere when lowering the safety bar Never push out to the Load Here line with the ski down and then lift up Lifting before you push out ensures you are in a safe place and have time to adjust if the ski does not lock up on the first try ...

Page 10: ...y wait for the chair Repositioning or bouncing while the ski is tensioned could inadvertently unlock it from the raised position 6 As the chair approaches lift up to unlock the ski This frees the load system allowing the skier to sit down on the chairlift and the skis to freely compress as you exit the load area Never load the chairlift with the shifter in the Up position This is uncomfortable for...

Page 11: ...the retention strap through the seat s grab handle around an approved part of the chairlift and clip the strap back to the single tether connection point Looping through the seat s grab handle ensures the skier can t lean too far forward and teeter The retention strap must be properly sized and limit a skier s movement so they cannot inadvertently slide off the chair The connection point is not lo...

Page 12: ...ot need to shift before unloading Wait until you are as close as possible to the top before releasing the retention strap Hold onto the chairlift and raise the chairlift safety bar 11 Push off the chair Once off the chair the frame will settle down and automatically lock into the ski position 12 Ski away a safe distance from the unload area and adjust the seat angle ...

Page 13: ...rs directly to the frame or attaching carabiners to a runner This prevents metal on metal wear and reduces the chance of inadvertent release Tethering is a dynamic skill Enabling Technologies only recommends tethering connection points and is not responsible for tethering practices Programs and individuals are responsible for learning and executing safe tethering practices Never attach an open gat...

Page 14: ...racket1 will stay attached to the seat 4 Remove the rear two 20 truss head bolts3 using a 2 Philips screwdriver 5 Align the new seat on the frame 6 Reinstall the 20 truss head bolts3 finger tight 7 Align the adjustable dump bracket2 and refasten the 20 button head socket screws2 8 Finish fastening the two 20 truss head bolts3 Excessive hip foam reduces the skier s ability to safely control the ski...

Page 15: ...s2 with a 5 32 Allen wrench 3 Pivot the seat to the desired adjustable dump position 4 Thread one of the 20 button head socket screws2 in 2 3 turns 5 Go to the other side and thread the second 20 button head socket screw2 in completely 6 Return to the first button screw and finish fastening it into position Large foam wedges raise the skier outside of the shell reducing the skier s ability to safe...

Page 16: ...structural protection to the frame Medium Slides into the frame and has 4 of length adjustment Large Begins one hole before where the medium footrest ends Taller skiers can be accommodated by increasing the seat dump angle and tucking their knees more Foam weakens the skier s connection with the ski and increases their risk for injury by moving their feet outside of the plastics protection Never u...

Page 17: ...own If the clamps are loose you can place thumb pressure on the head of the socket bolt on the inside of the footrest and spin the lever clockwise The clamp should only need finger pressure but if conditions require more the socket bolt can be tightened with an M5 Allen Failure to adjust the ankle angle creates stress at the heels of the footrest This can cause the aluminum clamps to crack fail an...

Page 18: ...as a slimmer profile to promote tangle free tethering U Loop The U loop is a minimalist option for independent skiers The Dynamique should not be used without a handle The handle provides structural protection to the frame If a lesson is predominantly tethered we do not recommend using the Wide Handle Slack tethers can inadvertently loop around the handle ears while skiing This is less likely to h...

Page 19: ...he bi skis There is a center line etched into Mega III bi skis approximately 1 in front of the serial number Otherwise center the dowel between the bindings Adjust the quick release skewers along the mechanism channel s slots until the skier s balance fore aft is centered on the dowel Once on the slopes you may need to fine tune the skier s balance If the noses of the bi skis are washing out move ...

Page 20: ...k s upper eyelet using a M6 Allen wrench The lower shock bolt does not need to be removed 3 Completely loosen the preload coil nut7 4 Remove the spring retainer6 from the shock s shaft and remove the spring 5 Swap in the new spring and reinstall the spring retainer6 6 Tighten the coil preload nut7 at least one full turn 7 Refasten the M8 socket bolt5 and spacers to the upper eyelet A 400lb spring ...

Page 21: ...ghten more than 4 full turns Set the shock to the recommended base setting Verify a previous user hasn t changed any adjustments Rebound and low speed compression have been custom valved so the middle of the range is a fair starting point High speed compression should be adjusted back 10 clicks counter clockwise from fully closed This will be sufficient for most new skiers More in depth tuning can...

Page 22: ...knobs help you adjust within that window Step 1 Set rebound and low speed compression to the middle of their adjustment range Step 2 Set the high speed compression to fully open and add resistance during harsh bottom out instances High speed compression HSC controls the shock s threshold for fast movements Such movements can be caused by quick impacts with moguls or choppy trails The goal is to ru...

Page 23: ...ner skiers will run slower rebound than heavier and aggressive skiers If the shock is returning too slow and not returning to the sag position after every impact less spring is available for the next impact This is known as packing and can give the impression the shock is too soft It is often mistaken for running too little low speed compression Step 4 Where high speed compression is for quick imp...

Page 24: ... than the rear evacuation straps The front evacuation strap should be slip knotted around the Load Link s pivot as shown above The excess strap can be wrapped around the Load Link s pivot and secured with a Velcro strap The rear straps should be slip knotted around the Seat Pivot Cross Member and fed between the Skid Plate and Skid Plate Support Excess strap can be folded and secured to itself wit...

Page 25: ...ound without having to take the skier out of the ski The straps make a 3 point system and should be joined with a rated locking carabineer The evacuation system must routinely be inspected for frayed or cut webbing Any webbing showing signs of wear should immediately be replaced Even if never used all webbing should be replaced after 7 years as a safety precaution The actual lifespan of webbing de...

Page 26: ...commodate a wide range of skiers We recommend the bi ski tall size for the Dynamique https enablingtech com collections superlite outriggers NEXGen Fixed Outriggers Fixed outriggers are akin to training wheels for your Dynamique Please see their product page for more info and to familiarize yourself with their product manuals before use https enablingtech com collections dynamique parts accessorie...

Page 27: ...ing from the handlebar instead It is a recommended addition for those using NEXGen Fixed Outriggers without hand held Superlite Outriggers https enablingtech com collections dynamique parts accessories products dynamique skier handlebar The kit includes the handlebar and two quick release pipe clamps The clamps are attached to the main tube of the upper frame as shown above ...

Page 28: ...in which it is used If your Dynamique is used at an adaptive ski program the maintenance technician should be aware of this section and have access to the Owner s Manual If you have any questions concerns or additional insight is needed please contact us at info enablingtech com We will always work with you to get your ski back in working condition as quickly and affordably as possible ...

Page 29: ...ite lithium grease Inspect shifter and load components for wear Tune your skis The Mega III skis can and should be maintained like alpine skis You should wax your skis every 2 10 days depending on snow conditions The edges of the ski can be tuned using conventional methods If you are not familiar with how to tune skis or do not have the means we recommend visiting a local ski shop While we do not ...

Page 30: ...ot may gall Stop immediately if you feel resistance Re attach the seat to the frame Ensure the rear seat pivot plate is flush with the seat before fastening It is possible to cross thread the rear seat inserts if it is not flush Lube the Slide Pivot with WD 40 The slide has 1 port on the underside of its pivot2 To lube Shift the ski into the Up position Squirt WD 40 into the port Cycle the ski fro...

Page 31: ... ports have been drilled from the underside of the frame 2 ports in the Lower Frame3 4 To access the port for the Rear A Arm in the Lower Frame3 you may need to adjust the Articulating Mechanism fore or aft to expose the grease port 1 port in the Load Link6 To access the port in the Load Link you will have to remove the chairlift evacuation strap 2 ports in the upper pivots of the Rear A Arm5 8 1 ...

Page 32: ... 32 Load System The Tensioned Load System is unique to Enabling Technologies It was designed to be less maintenance than a cable system but may still require periodic upkeep and trouble shooting ...

Page 33: ...ulate skier weight by pulling down on the handle and then move the Shifter Lever6 to the Load Ski position The turnbuckle9 will release the Rotary Lock10 The Shifter Trigger13 will tension the Slide15 to spring forwards but the Slide15 will remain locked up as long as you are pulling down Step 4 With the Shifter Lever12 still in the Load Ski position stop pulling down on the handle to simulate lif...

Page 34: ...ove the gold colored lock pins18 from the ball sockets19 Pop the ball socket19 off of the ball stud21 Unscrew the gas strut17 from the upper eyelet20 To test if the gas struts are working properly With the gas strut17 removed use hand force to compress it against a solid firm surface If the gas strut17 can be compressed by hand replacements are needed and can be purchased online from our website h...

Page 35: ...fficult to move If necessary adjust the Shifter Lever s main pivot bolt11 with a 5 32 Allen tool and 7 16 wrench Step 3 Remove the gas struts17 to improve visibility to the Load System Step 4 Check the tightness of the Shifter Trigger13 at the Shifter Lever12 If it is too loose the Shifter Trigger13 will have vertical play This reduces the Shifter Trigger s13 ability to tension the Slide15 If it i...

Page 36: ...e the Shifter Trigger13 crosses within the Slide Slot14 The Shifter Trigger13 should cross approximately halfway Signs that the Shifter Trigger13 is bent down The Shifter Trigger13 crosses the Slide Slot14 after halfway and applies more pressure to the bottom side of the Slide Slot14 The ski locks out when raised to the Up position but when shifted to the Load Ski position the Slide15 moves slowly...

Page 37: ...e Shifter Trigger13 If over bent it can create burs notches or wear in the Slide Slot14 Step 5 It is better to not bend enough and test twice than to over bend the Shifter Trigger13 Step 7 If steps 1 6 did not resolve the issue with your Load System or you noticed a separate unresolvable issue please contact us We will work with you directly to further facilitate getting your ski operational If th...

Page 38: ...ce intervals from MRP for your shock For necessary service shocks can be sent to MRP in Grand Junction CO or to one of their recommended service centers If you choose to send your shock to MRP you can use the RA request form on their website https mrpbike com pages ra request form ...

Page 39: ...at liner The outer material of the seat liner can be hand washed with spray cleaners or mild detergents Oil and grease may need dry cleaning Avoid chlorine and bleach based cleaners The inner foam is not intended to be washed Replacements are available if necessary ...

Page 40: ...y parts on the Dynamique Within the parts list black text designates standard available parts that can be purchased online at www enablingtech com If you need a part listed with blue text or do not see a part you are looking for please contact us at info enablingtech com ...

Page 41: ...elet 1 5 Lower Frame Flanged Bushings 4 Mechanism Shims 4 Shock Hardware 1 6 Footrests Childs Footrest not shown Junior Footrest Adult Footrest Footrest Plastic 1 Foot Strap and Hardware 1 U loop End Plugs CNC Clamps 1 Quick Release Pins 2 Quick Release Clamps 2 7 Slide 8 Rear A Arm Flanged Bushings 2 Upper Axle Hardware 1 Lower Axle Hardware 1 Set Screw 1 9 Front A Arm Flanged Bushings 2 Upper Ax...

Page 42: ...Silencers 4 13 Seat Bracket Hardware 14 Shifter Shifter Lever 1 Knob 1 Shifter Trigger 1 Pipe Saddle 1 Rod End Adjuster 1 Hardware 15 Rotary Lock Hardware 16 Slide Upper Axle Hardware 17 Set Screws 18 Skid Plate Rivets Hardware ...

Page 43: ... Hardware 1 The Dynamique is covered under a Limited Warranty The Limited Warranty guarantees that this skiing equipment manufactured by Enabling Technologies is free from defects in material and workmanship This product is covered for one year from the date of purchase against such defects This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse skier error or other damage caused by anything other th...

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