Invacare Force - Manual (Page 74)

SECTION 9—OPTIONS
Recumbent Handcycle Series 74 Part No 1114850
Using the Alignment Gauge
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.19.
NOTE: The alignment gauge is used to determine toe in/toe out. Refer to Determining/Adjusting
Toe In/Toe Out on page 44 for more information.
1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pressures (listed on the sidewall of the
tire).
2. Place the handcycle and alignment gauge on a flat surface.
3. Position the alignment gauge near the rear of the rear tires.
4. Loosen the height adjustment screw.
5. Raise/lower the alignment bar so the bar is approximately 12 inches from the
ground/floor.
6. Tighten the height adjustment screw.
7. Loosen the alignment screw.
8. Position the alignment gauge between the rear of the rear tires.
9. Adjust the alignment bar so the alignment gauge fits snugly between the rear of the
rear tires.
10. Tighten the alignment screw to secure the alignment bar position.
11. Position the alignment gauge at the front of the rear tires.
12. Examine the gauge. Perform one of the following:
A. Alignment Gauge Fits Snugly Between the Front of the Rear Tires ‐ Wheels are
aligned. No toe in/toe out adjustment is needed.
B. There is Extra Space Between the Alignment Gauge and Rear Tires ‐ The tires have
a toe out condition. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on page 45.
C. Alignment Gauge Does Not Fit Between Rear Tires ‐ The tires have a toe in
condition. Refer to Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out on page 45.
FIGURE 9.19 Using the Alignment Gauge
Alignment Gauge
Alignment Bar
Height Alignment
Screw
Alignment Screw
Front of Handcycle
Rear Tires
Front Measurement
Rear Measurement
Rear of Handcycle