4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
Part No 1171891
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Invacare® Top End® Recreation Handcycles
4.3
Suggested Maintenance Procedures
1.
Before using your handcycle, make sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and replace. Check all parts for proper
adjustment.
2.
Check brakes.
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Check cables for signs of wear or fraying and replace to avoid failure.
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Squeeze the brake lever firmly or pedal backwards and check for proper brake function.
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Adjust for pad wear if necessary.
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Check pads for wear and replace if necessary.
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Ensure rotors are free of foreign substances and oils.
3.
Check parking brake cable and shifter adjustment cables for proper adjustment and operation. Refer to Adjusting/Replacing Seven Speed Shifter
on page 67 and Replacing/Adjusting the Parking Brake on page 76.
4.
Clean/oil quick-release axles and or threaded once a week with a Teflon® lubricant.
5.
Keep quick-release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation.
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely. Otherwise injury or
damage may result.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing
.
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
Damaged brakes may not stop the handcycle. Injury or damage may occur. Always check brakes before each use of the handcycle.
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-IN-ONE® oil or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to
the handcycle can occur.
WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
DO NOT use the handcycle unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these
suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
