Shifting gears, Seven speed hub – Invacare Force User Manual
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SECTION 5—OPERATION
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8. Rotate (pedal) the hand crank forward (toward the front) to propel the handcycle
forward.
9. Top End XLT and XLT Jr. Models Only ‐ Rotate (pedal) the hand crank backward
(toward the rear) to apply the brake and slow down or stop.
FIGURE 5.1 Riding the Handcycle
Shifting Gears
Seven Speed Hub
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2.
NOTE: This procedure applies to the Top End XLT and XLT Jr. ONLY.
To shift gears while moving, hold onto the hand crank assembly with one hand, continue
pedaling, but ease pressure on the pedals and select the gear required with the other
hand. When the Top End XLT is stationary, simply select gear required.
1. Perform one of the following:
• Upshift ‐ Push the shifting lever
towards the indicator and release.
Repeat until the desired gear is
achieved.
• Downshift ‐ Push shifting lever
down and away from the indicator.
Repeat until the desired gear is
achieved.
FIGURE 5.2 Shifting Gears - Seven Speed
Top End XLT and XLT
Jr. ONLY
Front of
Handcycle
NOTE: Top End XLT shown for clarity.
Hand Crank (STEPS 3, 6, 8 and 9)
Seat (STEP 5)
Footrest (STEP 4)
Rear of
Handcycle
Shifting
Lever
Upshift
Downshift
Indicator