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7   OPERATION

Part No 1171790

47

Invacare®

 

Top End® Force™Handcycle Series

7.4

Steering, Turning and Cornering

To steer the handcycle, use the hand crank to direct the front fork and wheel assembly in the direction you intend to go (straight, right, or left). 
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Steering can be done while rotating the hand crank (pedaling) or coasting. 

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When turning or cornering, it is recommended that you slow the handcycle, stop pedaling, steer the handcycle and coast through the turn. Hands 

should be up in the crank cycle (at approximately between the 11 and 2 o'clock position).

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to corner the handcycle at high speeds. This could result in a fall causing injury and/or damage to the handcycle.

Handle UP

Summary of Contents for Force G

Page 1: ...ORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Invacare Top End Force Handcycle...

Page 2: ...from Invacare Trademarks are identified by and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation or its subsidiaries unless otherwise noted 3 in 1 oil is a registered trademark of Americ...

Page 3: ...Parameters 12 Component Identification 18 Tire Pressure Conversion 20 3 SAFETY 21 General Guidelines 21 Proper Fit 22 Operating Information 22 Transferring Into Out of the Handcycle 25 4 SAFETY INSPE...

Page 4: ...ing Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles 54 Determining Toe In Toe Out 55 Adjusting Toe In Toe Out 56 Replacing Camber Inserts 57 Replacing Tire Tube and Tuning Replacement of Spokes 57 10 SERVICE PROCEDUR...

Page 5: ...g Back Cushion 68 Integrated Backrest Strap Replacement Force X only 69 11 OPTIONS 70 Installing Safety Lights 70 Installing the Water Bottle 71 Using Safety Helmet 72 Installing the Computer 72 Assem...

Page 6: ...ician or a Shimano certified bicycle repair technician DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Warning indicates a...

Page 7: ...at Invacare s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive...

Page 8: ...tion de pi ces de rechange ou de la r paration dudit produit La seule obligation d Invacare et le seul recours du b n ficiaire de la garantie se limitera ces r parations et ou remplacements Pour un se...

Page 9: ...te with caution P N 1154264 Rev A WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away from the chain while using the handcycle otherwise injury may occur P N 1154265 Rev A WARNING Backrest MUST be adjusted pro...

Page 10: ...caution P N 1154264 Rev A WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away from the chain while using the handcycle otherwise injury may occur P N 1154265 Rev A WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away fr...

Page 11: ...X Backrest MUST be adjusted properly Refer to owner s manual Otherwise user s elbows may contact rear wheels during use Operate with caution P N 1154264 Rev A WARNING ALWAYS keep fingers and hands awa...

Page 12: ...e mounted on right or left handpedal Handles Ergonomic Vertical Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset Crankset Top End V Crankset custom widths lengths see order form Hub FRONT Shimano Top E...

Page 13: ...apid Fire hands on brake mounted on right or left pedal Handles Ergonomic Vertical Ovalized Aluminum Crankset Shimano Octolink 170 mm x 14 wide non V crank Hub FRONT Shimano w 27 Speed External Casset...

Page 14: ...handpedal Handles Ergonomic Vertical Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset Crankset Top End S or V Crankset custom widths lengths see order form Hub FRONT Shimano Top End Components w 27 Sp...

Page 15: ...crankset Crankset Top End V Crankset custom widths lengths see order form Hub FRONT Shimano Top End Components w 27 Speed External Cassette REAR Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles Spokes 14...

Page 16: ...dths lengths see order form Hub FRONT Shimano Top End Components w 27 Speed External Cassette REAR Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles Spokes 14 Gauge Stainless Black Shift Levers SRAM Grip S...

Page 17: ...nkset power plates included Crankset Top End V Crankset custom widths lengths see order form Hub Front SRAM components with 30 speed external cassette Rear Precision Black Anodized with threaded Spoke...

Page 18: ...No 1171790 2 7 Component Identification Force Force 2 Force G Hand Crank Assembly Back Rear Wheel Seat Chain Footrest Hand Brake Shifter Handpedal Parking Brake Hand Crank Assembly Back Rear Wheel Sea...

Page 19: ...cycle Series Force R Force K Hand Crank Assembly Back Rear Wheel Seat Chain Footrest Hand Brake Shifter Handpedal Parking Brake Hand Crank Assembly Rear Wheel Chain Kneeling Platform Rapid Fire Hand B...

Page 20: ...printed on the side of the tire Conversion formula 1 psi 6 895 kPa approx 7 kPa PSI KILOPASCALS PSI KILOPASCALS 50 345 90 621 55 379 95 655 60 414 100 690 65 448 105 724 70 483 110 758 75 517 115 793...

Page 21: ...are professional dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair al...

Page 22: ...ften develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try what works best for him her in ov...

Page 23: ...or maintenance by the end user To determine and establish your particular safety limits practice transferring activities in the presence of a qualified health care professional before attempting activ...

Page 24: ...mmends using seat positioning strap for additional safety A NOTE TO HANDCYCLE ASSISTANTS When learning assistance techniques for the handcycle have an experienced assistant help you before attempting...

Page 25: ...Position the handcycle on level ground and as close as possible to the object you are transferring into or out of The object you are transferring into or out of MUST also be secured before attempting...

Page 26: ...ocedure to transfer to from an object other than a wheelchair Refer to the steps on the previous page for more information STEP A Shift body weight to the edge of the wheelchair upholstery closest to...

Page 27: ...ation Inspect chain chain guard for damage rust tension and stretch Adjust if necessary Lubricate each link 3 in 1 oil or a quality bike lubricant Check for damage or looseness Adjust shifter brake ca...

Page 28: ...andcycle make sure all nuts and bolts are tight Check all parts for damage or wear and replace Check all parts for proper adjustment Veers Right Veers Left Sluggish Turn or Performance Wheel Flutter S...

Page 29: ...uld be checked periodically for cracks and wear and should be replaced if damaged 8 Check chain for slack and readjust if necessary Refer to Installing Twenty Seven Speed Cassette Chain on page 64 9 R...

Page 30: ...st on page 48 WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur DO NOT operate the handcycle if...

Page 31: ...ide the drafting bumper into the bumper receivers and tighten both right and left bumper clamps with a 4mm wrench 7 Mount safety flag in holder secured to back tube on the drafting bumper Make sure th...

Page 32: ...ch end of the frame 2 Insert an axle into each rear wheel 3 Use the 6mm wrench to attach the rear wheels to the frame Tighten securely WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use ma...

Page 33: ...late to the rubber dampener by threading the bolt into the dampener 6 Place the fork clamp loosely over the lower part of the fork 7 Slide the lower half of the clamp over the lower section of the fro...

Page 34: ...o hold the fork in place 11 To center the front wheel tighten the set screws on each side of the dampener plate After the front wheel is centered tighten the dampener screw 12 On each fork loosen the...

Page 35: ...Series 14 Remove protective backing from stick back hook and loop fastener on the back of the back cushion 15 Align the back cushion with the back rest and carefully press the back cushion onto the ba...

Page 36: ...90 17 Remove the bottom clamp of the chain guard with a 5mm Allen wrench 18 Place the chain guard clamp around the bottom bracket and tighten the screw on the right side 19 Tighten the clamp on the le...

Page 37: ...to the bolt Use a small wrench to align the holes and slide the bolt through the holes and secure with the nut 23 Tighten the top of the backrest support bar to the top of the backrest using a 5mm wre...

Page 38: ...rt with an Allen wrench 31 Adjust footrests to proper length and tighten with a 5mm wrench 32 Place caps over outside of rear wheel axles 33 If the leg guard is not installed refer to Additional Optio...

Page 39: ...and proper arm length 5 Be sure you can see over the top of the hand crank Refer to Adjusting Hand Crank on page 51 6 Check leg clearance by backpedaling If the handpedals do not clear the legs while...

Page 40: ...ry Ensure rotors are free of foreign substances and oils 10 Secure each foot in the legrests with strapping 11 Release the parking brake if equipped Refer to Using Parking Brake on page 46 12 Place at...

Page 41: ...hain discontinue use and contact your local bike shop Refer to the chart for an explanation and use of the upper derailleur chain rings in combination with the lower derailleur gears If your pedaling...

Page 42: ...ing thumb or index finger and release Repeat until the desired gear is achieved SRAM Double Tap Red Shifter Lightly press the shifter down to upshift Grip Twist Shifter Twist the shifter from number t...

Page 43: ...or quarter crank bring the crank back up again turn a little bit a at time until you turn your way around If you need to turn a full 180 you will need to keep the handpedals in the up position so the...

Page 44: ...7 OPERATION Invacare Top End Force Handcycle Series 44 Part No 1171790 Handpedal UP...

Page 45: ...osition to use this brake 2 Squeeze brake handle s as needed to slow or come to a complete stop 3 Release when desired speed is achieved Disc Brakes WARNING If the primary brakes fail for any reason t...

Page 46: ...on should be taken to reduce the gap distance Position the handcycle on level ground and as close as possible to the object you are transferring into or out of The object you are transferring into or...

Page 47: ...ft Steering can be done while rotating the hand crank pedaling or coasting When turning or cornering it is recommended that you slow the handcycle stop pedaling steer the handcycle and coast through t...

Page 48: ...perform the following A Remove existing footrest from clamp B Insert new footrest into clamp 3 Slide footrest to desired position 4 Install the locknut Tighten securely 5 Repeat STEPS 1 4 for the oppo...

Page 49: ...Otherwise injury or damage may occur Footrest straps MUST be inspected before each use Exposure to moisture i e wet weather or puddles will damage fastening strips Footrest strap will not hold feet s...

Page 50: ...he outer footrest tube and under the inner footrest tube and firmly connect the hook and loop portions of the footrest strap details A and B 4 Ensure the footrest strap is firmly attached to the loop...

Page 51: ...ank assembly up or down in the fork neck until you are comfortable with the position for operational purposes 3 Tighten the hex nut to secure the hand crank in the desired position 4 Tighten the chain...

Page 52: ...ats Slide the seat to desired seat position 3 Securely tighten the two mounting bolts and locknuts 4 If applicable install the seat upholstery Refer to Replacing Seat Upholstery on page 68 5 If necess...

Page 53: ...10mm box wrench 2 Perform one of the following Increasing Back Angle While lifting up on the back support tubes pull the seat upward to the desired position Decreasing Back Angle While pushing down on...

Page 54: ...he 6mm wrench There should be no play or threads visible WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damag...

Page 55: ...terline measurement of the rear wheels is smaller than the front centerline measurement of the rear wheels a toe out condition exists If the back centerline measurement of the rear wheels is LARGER th...

Page 56: ...pproximately in a straight line 3 Securely tighten the socket screws and clamps that secure the camber inserts to the camber bar 4 Measure the distance between the center lines at the rear and front o...

Page 57: ...ber bar 2 Remove the existing camber insert from the camber bar 3 Install the new camber insert into the camber bar 4 Adjust the toe in toe out of the handcycle Refer to Adjusting Toe In Toe Out on pa...

Page 58: ...7 Loosen compensator set screws 8 Loosen the compensator bolt DO NOT remove 9 Remove the upper fork clamp 10 Remove the compensator bolt 11 Tip the fork and slide off the end of the fork stem Retain...

Page 59: ...ely attach the compensator bolt 4 Loosely attach upper fork clamp bolts with the lock nuts facing upwards DO NOT fully tighten 5 Install and tighten lower cap and bolt 6 Tighten the lower fork clamp b...

Page 60: ...ain over the front wheel sprocket 2 Position the front wheel axle into the fork slots 3 Tighten the knob on the opposite side of the quick release lever and secure the wheel to the fork with the quick...

Page 61: ...Side Crank Arms 1 Remove the two mounting bolts securing the chain ring disk to the tabs of the existing crank arm 2 Remove the two socket screws from the existing crank arm clamp 3 Use socket screw...

Page 62: ...Force Handcycle Series 62 Part No 1171790 Right Crank Arm Tabs Spindle Socket Screw and Cap Chain Ring Disk Socket Screws Crank Arm Clamp Left Crank Arm Mounting Bolts Crank Arm Clamp and Socket Scre...

Page 63: ...to the handcycle frame 2 Ensuring the front wheel and dampener clamp are inline with the handcycle frame securely tighten the two socket screws securing the dampener clamp to the handcycle frame 3 Te...

Page 64: ...ided 10 6 Adjusting Twenty Seven Speed Cassette Chain 1 Loosen but do not remove the clamp that secure the crank handles to the fork 2 Slide the crank handles up and or down until the proper tension o...

Page 65: ...by a qualified technician WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely Otherwise injury or damage may occur Failure to install...

Page 66: ...Replacing Brake Pads 1 Remove the mounting nuts and brake pads 2 Secure the replacement brake pads with hardware and adjust WARNING After any adjustments repair or service and before use make sure all...

Page 67: ...rake Pad Inspection Replacement and Break In Inspect the brake pad for thickness and wear To replace brake pad 1 Remove the existing pad A Back both adjuster knobs all the way out counterclockwise B S...

Page 68: ...f the seat frame 5 Secure the fastening flaps together 6 Reinstall seat cushion onto chair 10 12 Replacing Back Cushion 1 Attach one side of the hook and loop strip to the back of the back cushion Rem...

Page 69: ...Strap Replacement Force X only 1 If a strap requires replacement separate the hook and loop strips that hold the strap in place Remove the existing strap 2 Thread the replacement strap through the lo...

Page 70: ...to the clamp and tighten securely B Front safety light Position the clamp onto the side frame Install the set screw into the clamp and tighten securely Operating the Safety Light 1 Press GREY button t...

Page 71: ...Force 2 and Force G Detail B for Force and Force R 2 Attach the water bottle mounting bracket using the hardware provided 3 Push water bottle into mounting bracket until secure Force 2 and Force G ma...

Page 72: ...nt wheel approximately 2 inches from wheel rim 2 Align metal plug with fork assembly 3 Secure sensor to fork using hardware provided 4 Snap computer into mounting bracket 5 Install spacer on the back...

Page 73: ...sing two mounting bolts and locknuts secure the rear wheel bar to the wheel tray 9 Install the receiver onto the trailer hitch of the vehicle according to the vehicle manufacturer s instructions Adjus...

Page 74: ...cket to the rear wheel bar with the two screws 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the opposite side if necessary Rear Wheel Bar 1 Remove the two mounting bolts and locknuts securing the rear wheel bar to the whee...

Page 75: ...sen the alignment screw on each side 5 Position the alignment gauge between the rear of the rear tires 6 Adjust the alignment inserts so the alignment gauge fits snugly between the rear of the rear ti...

Page 76: ...the backrest and cushion 3 Replace cushion Attach small straps around the drafting bumper D Tool and tire repair kit Attaches with buckles around the back bar of the handcycle frame E Cable kit The c...

Page 77: ...loor H Click Strap Attach with heavy duty zip ties to the seat or back frame I Wheel Bag Wheel bag can fit up to three wheels Remove and place axles in the bottom of the wheel bag to ensure they are n...

Page 78: ...Handcycle Series 78 Part No 1171790 L Leg Guard Attach the leg guard with a zip tie as shown and adjust as necessary for the user M Amputee Leg Support Attach the amputee leg support as shown and adj...

Page 79: ...NOTES Part No 1171790 79 Invacare Top End Force Handcycle Series NOTES...

Page 80: ...w topendchair com USA One Invacare Way Elyria Ohio USA 44036 2125 800 333 6900 Manufactured by Top End Sports and Recreation Products 4501 63rd Circle North Pinellas Park Florida 33781 5914 727 522 86...

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