Invacare Force User Manual
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SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION
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3. If equipped, keep quick release axles free of dirt and lint to ensure positive locking and
proper operation. Refer to Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheel and Quick‐Release
Axles on page 42.
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil, or other penetrating lubricants on quick-release
axles. Otherwise, binding and/or damage to the handcycle may occur.
4. Clean/oil quick‐release axles once a week with a Teflon
®
lubricant.
5. Keep optional quick release levers on axle tubes free of dirt and lint to ensure positive
locking and proper operation.
ƽ WARNING
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.
6. Recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire. If tire needs replaced,
see local bike shop.
CAUTION
As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced.
7. The wheels and tires should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and should
be replaced if damaged.
8. Check chain for slack and readjust.Refer to Installing/Adjusting Seven Speed Hub
Chain on page 54 or Installing/Adjusting Twenty‐Seven Speed Cassette Chain on
page 55.
9. Regularly check for loose spokes in the front and rear wheels. If loose, have them
aligned at your local bike shop.
10. Check road crown compensator and steering dampner for proper operation. Refer to
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Road Crown Compensator on page 50 and
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Steering Dampener ‐ For Top End XLT Gold and
Force Only on page 52.
11. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. Refer to Replacing Seat Upholstery on
page 58 and Replacing Back Upholstery on page 59.
12. Check alignment of front wheel. If it wobbles or takes too much effort to turn by hand,
have it aligned at your local bicycle shop.