Invacare Force - Manual (Page 18)

SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION
Recumbent Handcycle Series 18 Part No 1114850
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION
Safety Inspection Checklist
NOTE: Every six months, take your Top End XLT to a qualified technician for a thorough
inspection and servicing. Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth
operation of your Top End XLT. For safe and proper operation, your handcycle MUST be cared for
just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your Top End
XLT.
NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following adjustments be performed by a qualified
technician. Initial adjustments should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference.
Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures.
Inspect/Adjust Initially
❑ Inspect for bent or broken frame.
❑ Inspect parking brake ‐ Adjust brake shoes to front rim. Check for worn or missing
shoes. Check for wax or oil on rim.
❑ Ensure cable anchor is attached securely to brake arm.
❑ Ensure internal stopping brakes engages easily.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels/casters and tires should be checked periodically for
cracks, flat spots and wear, and should be replaced.
❑ Ensure axle nuts are tight. Wheel should be centered in fork. Keep wheel bearings
adjusted and keep spokes tight and wheel in proper alignment.
❑ Inspect rim and fork assembly for damage.
❑ Ensure axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure.
❑ Inspect wheels for excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun.
❑ Inspect for flat spots, wear and proper inflation.
❑ 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 cables according to shifter/brake manufacturerʹs instructions
(included with the handcycle).
❑ Inspect front fork. Keep tight and lubricate (All purpose grease).
❑ Inspect footrest mounting hardware is tight and footrest secure.
❑ Inspect footrest straps for wetness and/or damage.