Invacare Excelerator XLT 2000, Excelerator XLT, Lil Execelerator, Excelerator User Manual

Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

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Excelerator

Li'l Excelerator

Excelerator XLT

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Excelerator XLT 2000

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DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF
THE WHEELCHAIR.

USER: BEFORE USING THIS WHEELCHAIR, READ THIS
MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

SPECIAL NOTES

SPECIAL NOTES

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WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING

AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO

UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND

INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT YOUR INVACARE DEALER OR

INVACARE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT [phone] BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY

AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which
could result in personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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WARNING

EXCELERATOR USER
As a manufacturer of the Excelerator, Invacare endeavors to supply an Excelerator to meet many
needs of the end user. However, final selection of an Excelerator to be used by an individual rests solely

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with the user and his/her health care professional capable of making such a selection.
EXCELERATOR TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS

Invacare recommends that the Excelerator users NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in an
Excelerator. As of this date, the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems
for transportation of a user while in an Excelerator, in a moving vehicle of any type.

AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEA T POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERA­PISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEATING POSITIONING STRAP IS
REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN
OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM AN EXCELERATOR.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE: When using the term EXCELERATOR, it will pertain to the EXCELERATOR, LI'L EXCELERATOR
EXCELERATOR XLT and EXCELERATOR XLT 2000 except when the instructions specifically note otherwise.

SPECIAL NOTES ........................................................ 2

SPECIFICA TIONS ....................................................... 4

PROCEDURE 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES ............ 5

OPERATING INFORMATION .......................................... 5

SAFETY/HANDLING OF EXCELERATOR ....................... 6

PROCEDURE 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION/

TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE ...............8

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ................................ 8

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................... 9

MAINTENANCE ............................................................. 9

PROCEDURE 3 - ASSEMBL Y PROCEDURES ..... 10

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR ASSEMBLY

PROCEDURES ......................................................... 10

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 ASSEMBLY

PROCEDURES ......................................................... 11

PROCEDURE 4 - REAR WHEELS .......................12

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEELS

AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES - EXCELERATOR

AND LI'L EXCELERATOR .......................................... 12

INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS WITH THREADED

AXLE OPTION - EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 ......... 12

TIRE/TUBE REPLACEMENT AND TUNING/

REPLACEMENT OF SPOKES .................................. 12

TIRE PRESSURE ........................................................ 12

DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT ............. 12

REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS ................................. 13

PROCEDURE 5 - FORK/ SPRING/CRANK ...........14

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR

FORK ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION ............................. 14

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR TENSION

SPRING INSTALLATION ............................................ 14

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR HAND

CRANK ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION .......................... 14

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 FORK/CRANK

ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .................................... 15

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 TENSION SPRING OR

ROAD CROWN COMPENSATOR REPLACEMENT/

ADJUSTMENT .......................................................... 16

PROCEDURE 6 - SPEED SHIFTERS .................. 18

LI'L EXCELERATOR - THREE (3) SPEED

SHIFTER CABLE INSTALLATION ............................... 18

LI'L EXCELERATOR - THREE (3) SPEED

SHIFTER CABLE ADJUSTMENT ............................... 18

EXCELERATOR/EXCELERATOR XLT - SEVEN

(7) SPEED SHIFTER INSTALLATION .......................... 19

EXCELERATOR/EXCELERATOR XLT - SEVEN (7)

SPEED SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT -

BEFORE 1997 ONLY................................................. 19

PROCEDURE 7 - CHAIN.....................................20

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR CHAIN

INSTALLATION w/ SEVEN (7) SPEED HUB .............. 20

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR CHAIN

ADJUSTMENT ......................................................... 20

EXCELERATOR CHAIN STAY ADJUSTMENT ............. 20

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 CHAIN

ADJUSTMENT ......................................................... 20

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 CHAIN INSTALLATION

WITH TWENTY-FOUR (24) OR TWENTY-SEVEN

(27)SPEED CASSETTE ............................................ 21

PROCEDURE 8 - P ARKING BRAKE ...................22

USING PARKING BRAKE ........................................... 22

PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ....... 22

PROCEDURE 9 - BACK/SEA T............................23

BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (ADJUSTABLE

BACKS ONLY) ......................................................... 23

SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT .................................... 23

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 BACK ANGLE

ADJUSTMENT ........................................................24

PROCEDURE 10 - UPHOLSTERY ...................... 25

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT ....................... 25

BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT ....................... 25

PROCEDURE 11 - FOOTREST .......................... 26

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR FOOTREST

ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT .............................. 26

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 FOOTREST AND LEG

GUARD REPLACEMENT ......................................... 27

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 USING/REPLACING

FOOTREST STRAP ................................................. 28

PROCEDURE 12 - OPERA TION ......................... 29

HAND CRANK ASSEMBLY ......................................... 29

SHIFTING GEARS ...................................................... 29

BACKING UP .............................................................. 30

BRAKING ................................................................... 30

PARKING BRAKE ....................................................... 30

STEERING/CORNERING ............................................ 31

MOUNTAIN DRIVE OPTION - SEVEN (7) SPEED

SHIFTER ONLY ........................................................ 31

PROCEDURE 13 - OPTIONS .............................. 33

WATER BOTTLE INSTALLATION ................................ 33

TOW BAR INSTALLATION .......................................... 33

REAR SAFETY LIGHT ................................................ 33

COMPUTER INSTALLATION ....................................... 33

SEAT POSITIONING STRAP INSTALLATION............... 33

HORIZONTAL HANDLES ............................................ 33

TRI-PIN QUAD HANDLES ........................................... 33

GLOVES .................................................................... 33

SAFETY FLAG INSTALLATION ................................... 33

SAFETY HELMET ....................................................... 34

LATERAL SUPPORT .................................................. 34

LIMITED WARRANTY.........................................35

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SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

EXCELERA TOR

14 to 20-inches
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Fixed 20/18-inches

Rigid

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Seat Depth:
Seat-to-Floor

(approx.):
Back Style:

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Back Height
(Fixed or Adjustable):

Footrest:

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Side - Wheel
Clearance:

Rear Axle:

Rear Wheel Camber:
Wheels:

Brakes:

Handles:
Hub:

Spokes:
Shift Levers:

Gears:
Seat Cushion:
Back Upholstery:
Weight:
Shipping Weight:
Options:

* Knobby Tires will reduce side wheel clearance to approximately 1-inch.
Shimano

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, Nexus®, and Ultegra®- Registered trademarks of Shimano American Corp.

12-16 or 14-18-inches

Adjustable Height/Angle
2-inches - * 2.5-inches

Quick-Release

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24-inch Spoke
(Cruiser Tires)

Hand Crank (Internal)
Parking Brake

Ergonomic, Vertical
FRONT - Shimano

Nexus® 7 Speed Hub
REAR - Precision
Black Anodized w/1/2­inch Quick Release
Stainless Axles

14 Gauge Stainless
Shimano

7 Speed
Foam Insert
Nylon-Adjustable Tension
50 lbs.
80 lbs.
Computer, Tow Bar,

Horizontal Handles,
Safety Light, Helmet and
Flag, Custom Color, Seat
Positioning Strap, Quad
Cuffs & Gloves, 24-inch
Knobby Tires, Mountain
Drive, Bike Rack,
Water Bottle and Cage,
Tripin Quad Handles.

LI'L EXCELERATOR

12 or 14-inches
12 or 14-inches
Fixed 17.5/15.5

inches
Rigid

12 to 16-inches

Adjustable Height/Angle
2-inches - * 2.5-inches

Quick-Release

9o - Standard
Front - 20-inch Spoke

Rear - Mag (Knobby
Tires)

Hand Crank (Internal)
Parking Brake

Ergonomic, Vertical

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FRONT - Shimano 3
Speed Hub
REAR - Precision
Black Anodized w/1/2­inch Quick Release
Stainless Axles

14 Gauge Stainless
Shimano

3 Speed
Foam Insert
Nylon-Adjustable Tension
40 lbs.
70 lbs.
7 Speed Hub, Helmet,

Horizontal Handles,
Quad Cuffs & Gloves,
Computer, Custom
Color, Seat positioning
Strap, Safety Flag and
Light, Water Bottle and
Cage.

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EXCELERATOR XLT

14 to 20-inches
15-inches
Fixed 12.5-inches

Adjustable Back
Angle 90O - 110

13-inches (Fixed)
20-inches (Narrow, Tall)

Adjustable Fore and Aft
2-inches - * 2.5-inches

Quick-Release

15o - Standard
24-inch Spoke

(High Performance,
Cruiser or *Knobby)

Hand Crank - (Internal)
Parking Brake

Ergonomic, Vertical
FRONT - Shimano

Nexus 7 Speed Hub
REAR - Precision
Black Anodized w/1/2­inch Quick Release
Stainless Axles

14 Gauge Stainless
Shimano

7 Speed
Foam Insert - Optional
Nylon-Adjustable Tension
35 lbs.
80 lbs.

NOTE: Same options
as Excelerator in­cluding the following:

24 Speed External
Gearing, Threaded
Axles, Leg Guard
Attachments, Lateral
Supports.

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EXCELERAT OR

XLT 2000

14 to 20-inches
15-inches
Fixed 12.5-inches

Adjustable Back
Angle 90O - 110

13-inches (Wide)
20-inches (Narrow, Tall)

Adjustable Fore and Aft
2-inches - * 2.5-inches

Quick-Release or
Threaded

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24-inch Spoke
(High Performance,
Cruiser or *Knobby)

Dual Hand Caliper
Brakes

Ergonomic, Vertical
FRONT - Shimano 27

Speed External
Cassette XT/Ultegra
REAR - Precision Black
Anodized w/1/2-inch
Quick Release Stainless
or Threaded Axles

14 Gauge Stainless
Shimano - STI

indexed/brake levers
27 Speed
Foam Insert - Optional
Nylon
30 lbs.
80 lbs.

NOTE: Same options
as Excelerator in­cluding the following:

Composite Wheels,
Leg Guard Attach­ments, Lateral Sup­ports, Welded Seat

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

This Procedure Includes the Following:

PROCEDURE 1

Operating Information
Safety/Handling of Excelerator

OPERATING INFORMATION

WARNING

Wear your helmet at ALL times when riding the Excelerator.
The bicycle must be adjusted to fit the rider. Check the seat position, back height, quick release threaded

axles, footrest height, hand crank adjustment for smooth operation of your Excelerator.
Before riding your Excelerator, check your brakes. Be sure that the brakes and all other features of your

Excelerator are operating properly.
The user is responsible for normal upkeep and maintaining the Excelerator in proper operating condi-

tion.
The manufacturer is not responsible for failure, damage or injury caused by improper operation 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 active use of the Excelerator.
Before attempting to transfer IN or OUT of the Excelerator, every precaution should be taken to reduce

the gap distance. Position the Excelerator on level ground and as close as possible to the object you
are transferring INTO or OUT of. The parking brake of the Excelerator MUST be engaged and the object
you are transferring INTO or OUT of MUST also be secured before attempting any transfers.

Care MUST BE taken when operating on roads, streets or highways.
Operation of the Excelerator is subject to all traffic rules and regulations. (This may include the use of a

safety light and reflectors for dusk/night riding.)
Give pedestrians the right of way.
Slow down at all street interprocedures and observe to the left, to the right and back to left again before

proceeding.
Use proper hand signals when turning.
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with an ice or oil film.
DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your Excelerator to turn over and

cause bodily harm or damage to the Excelerator.
DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare.

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DO NOT attempt to lift the Excelerator by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of
any removable (detachable) parts of an Excelerator may result in injury to the user or damage to
the Excelerator.

DO NOT stand on the seat or frame of the Excelerator.
If a seat positioning strap is deemed necessary by your health care professional (doctor - therapist),

ALWAYS wear a seat positioning strap.
Avoid all surface hazards.
DO NOT carry any riders.
DO NOT carry any items that may obstruct your view or prohibit you from operating the Excelerator

properly.
DO NOT clean gear hubs with pressure water (e.g. strong water jet, high-pressure cleaner etc.). Water

that penetrates into the hub could lead to function problems. The hub has been adequately lubricated.
However, if the response of the hand crank brake should become too sharp, the brake cylinder MUST
be greased by a brake professional, using special SACHS grease Type A (F & S Part No. 0369135100).

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TIRE PRESSURE
DO NOT use your Excelerator 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.
DO NOT ride on a flat or underinflated tires. Riding on flat or underinflated tires can cause injury, as well

as, damage to the tire, tube and bicycle.
WEIGHT LIMITATION

The Invacare Excelerator and Excelerator XLT/XLT 2000 have a maximum weight limitation of 250 lbs.
The Invacare Li'l Excelerator has a maximum weight limitation of 150 lbs.

SAFETY/HANDLING OF
EXCELERATOR

“Safety and Handling” of the Excelerator requires the
close attention of the user as well as the assistant. This
manual points out the most common procedures and
techniques involved in the safe operation and mainte­nance of the Excelerator. It is important to practice and
master these safe techniques until you are comfortable
in maneuvering the Excelerator.

Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The tech­niques that are discussed on the following pages have
been used successfully by many.

Individual users often 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 overcom­ing obstacles that they may encounter. Techniques in
this manual are a starting point for the new Excelerator
user and assistant with “safety” as the most important
consideration for all.

GENERAL GUIDELINESPROCEDURE 1

WARNING

When you are assisting with a transfer to / from the
Excelerator, remember to use good body mechanics.
Keep your back straight and bend your knees whenever
lifting or positioning the Excelerator for the end-user.

Also, be aware of detachable parts. These must NEVER
be used for lifting supports, as they may be inadvertently
released, resulting in possible injury to the user and/or
assistant.

Percentage of Weight Distribution

Transferring in and out of the Excelerator will cause a
change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and
the weight distribution of the Excelerator. To determine
and establish your particular safety limits, practice trans­ferring activities in several combinations in the presence
of a qualified health care professional BEFORE attempt­ing a transfer alone.

Proper positioning is essential for your safety.

Transferring into/out of the Excelerator
(FIGURE 1)

Stability and Balance

For stability and proper operation of your Excelerator, you
must at all times maintain proper balance. Your Excelerator
should remain upright and stable during normal daily ac­tivities when operated correctly.

Invacare recommends using seat positioning straps for
additional safety.

A Note to Excelerator Assistants

When learning assistance techniques for the Excelerator,
have an experienced assistant help you before attempt­ing it alone.

WARNING

Before attempting to transfer IN or OUT of the
Excelerator, every precaution should be taken
to reduce the gap distance. Position the Excel­erator on level ground and as close as possible
to the object you are transferring INTO or OUT of.
The parking brake of the Excelerator MUST be en­gaged and the object you are transferring INTO
or OUT of MUST also be secured before attempt­ing any transfer.

CAUTION

When transferring, position yourself as far back
as possible in the seat. This will prevent damage
to the upholstery.

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GENERAL GUIDELINES

NOTE: This activity may be performed independently
provided you have adequate mobility and upper body
strength.

Position the Excelerator on level ground and as close as
possible along side the object to which you are transfer­ring. Apply parking brake on Excelerator and secure
object that you are transferring into or out of. Shift body
weight onto object with transfer.

During independent transfer, little or no seat platform will
be beneath you. Use a transfer board if at all possible.

WARNING

Parking Brake MUST be
secured.

Wheel Locks MUST be engaged.

PROCEDURE 1

WARNING

STEP 1:

of the wheelchair upholstery closest to
the Excelerator.

Shift body weight to the edge

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Footrest

Hand

Crank

Seat

Frame

STEP 2:

Lift and place LEFT
leg past front frame over cen­ter tube.

STEP 3:

Place LEFT hand on
the Excelerator seat frame, NOT
on hand crank.

STEP 6:

Excelerator footrests.

Place both legs onto

STEP 4:

Place RIGHT hand on

the wheelchair frame.

STEP 5:

Lift and shift weight into

Excelerator seat.

FIGURE 1 - TRANSFERRING INTO AND OUT OF THE EXCELERATOR

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PROCEDURE 2

SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

This Procedure Includes the Following:

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NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your Excelerator 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 Excelerator. For safe and proper operation, your

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Excelerator must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life and efficiency of your Excelerator.

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NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following adjustments be performed by a qualified technician. Initial adjustments should be

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made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures.

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ITEM INITIALLY INSPECT/ INSPECT/ INSPECT/

FRAME

Check for bent or broken frame. Frame damage can cause
other parts to fail. X X X

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BRAKES (PROCEDURE 8)

Parking Brake - Adjust brake shoes to front rim. Check for
worn or missing shoes. Check for wax or oil on rim. X X X
Cable anchor attached securely to brake arm. X X X
Internal Stopping Brakes - engages easily. X X X

SEAT AND BACK UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURE 10)

Inspect for rips or sagging. X X

REAR WHEELS (PROCEDURE 4)

Axle nut and wheel mounting nuts are secure. X X X X
No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and spun. X X X

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.

SPOKES (PROCEDURE 4)

Inspect for bent or broken spokes. X X
All spokes uniformly tight. X X

FRONT WHEEL/FORK (PROCEDURE 5)
Keep axle nuts tight. Wheel should be centered in fork. Keep
wheel bearings adjusted and keep spokes tight and wheel
in proper alignment. X X X
Check rim and fork assembly for damage. X X X

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CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.

TIRES (PROCEDURE 4)

Inspect for flat spots and wear. Check for proper inflation. X X X

CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and tires
should be checked periodically for cracks and wear, and
should be replaced.

CHAIN/CHAIN GUARD (PROCEDURE 7)

Check for damage, rust, tension and stretch. Adjust if
necessary. Lubricate each link often (3-in-1 oil or a quality

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bike lubricant). Check for damage or looseness. X X X

CONTROL CABLES (PROCEDURE 6)

Adjust accordingly. X X X

FRONT FORK (GOOSE NECK) (PROCEDURE 5)

Keep tight and lubricate (All purpose grease). X X X

FOOTREST (PROCEDURE 11)

Check that mounting hardware is tight and footrest secure. X X
Check footrest straps for wetness and/or damage. X X X X

UPHOLSTERY (PROCEDURE 10)

Clean upholstery with light detergent and water. X X

MOUNTAIN DRIVE OPTION (PROCEDURE 12)

Oil Hand crank. X
Adjust bearing play X

ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST

WEEKL Y MONTHLY PERIODICALL Y

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SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING/MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURE 2

TROUBLESHOOTING

SLUGGISH WHEEL SQUEAKS LOOSENESS SOLUTIONS

VEERS VEERS TURN OR FLUTTERS AND IN

RIGHT LEFT PERFORMANCE RATTLES EXCELERATOR

XXXX Check tires for correct and

equal pressure.

XXX XCheck for loose axle nuts.

XXCheck spokes and nipples.

XXXCheck chain for proper ten-

sion and adjustment.

XXCheck that goose neck fitt-

ings are secure.

MAINTENANCE

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Maintenance Safety Precautions

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the
frame. This could cause damage to the frame tub­ing.

Suggested Maintenance Procedures

1. Before using your Excelerator, make sure all nuts and
bolts are tight. Check all parts for damage or wear and
replace. Check all parts for proper adjustment.

2. Check parking brake cable and shifter adjustment
cables for proper adjustment and operation. Refer to
PROCEDURES 6 AND 7 of this manual.

3. If equipped, keep quick release axles free of dirt and
lint to ensure positive locking and proper operation. Refer

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL

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AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES - EXCELERATOR
AND LI'L EXCELERATOR in PROCEDURE 4 of this
manual. Oil quick-release axles at least once (1) a month
(3-in-1® oil or equivalent).

WARNING

Do not use the wheelchair 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.

4. 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.

5. The wheels and tires should be checked periodi­cally for cracks and wear, and should be replaced.

6. Check chain for slack and readjust. Refer to
EXCELERATOR / LI'L EXCELERATOR CHAIN AD­JUSTMENT in PROCEDURE 7 of this manual.

7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the front and
rear wheels. If loose, have them aligned at your local
bike shop.

8. If equipped, check tension spring for proper operation.
Refer to
SION SPRING INSTALLATION in PROCEDURE 5 of
this manual.

9. Check Upholstery for sagging, rips or tears Refer to
BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT or SEAT
UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in PROCEDURE
10 of this manual.

10. Check alignment of front wheel. If it wobbles or takes
too much effort to turn by hand, have it aligned at
your local bike shop.

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Corporation.

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PROCEDURE 3

ASSEMBL Y PROCEDURES

This Procedure Includes the Following:
Excelerator/Li'l Excelerator Assembly Procedures

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Excelerator XLT/XLT 2000 Assembly Procedures

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

DO NOT operate the Excelerator if the hand crank
obstructs your view. If the hand crank obstructs
your view, adjust the hand crank height BEFORE
using the Excelerator - Otherwise injury or dam­age may occur.

EXCELERATOR/LI'L
EXCELERATOR ASSEMBLY

WARNING

PROCEDURES (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following proce­dures be performed by a qualified technician.

T ools required:

Adjustable wrench (10-12-inches)
6, 8 and 9mm wrench
1/8-inch allen wrench
1/2-inch box wrench
Two (2) medium srewdrivers (flathead and phillips)

1. Secure and adjust rear wheels (PROCEDURE 4).

2. Secure the fork assembly (PROCEDURE 5).

3. Secure and adjust tension spring (PROCEDURE 5).

4. Secure and adjust hand crank assembly (PROCE­DURE 5).

5. Secure and adjust STANDARD three (3) speed shifter
or Seven (7) speed shifter (PROCEDURE 6).

6. Adjust chain (PROCEDURE 7).

7. Tension and adjust cantilever brake cable (Optional
[PROCEDURE 8]).

8. Fasten and adjust parking brake (PROCEDURE 8).

9. Secure and adjust back height (PROCEDURE 9).

10. Secure and adjust seat position/upholstery (PROCE­DURE 10).

11. Secure and adjust footrest (PROCEDURE 11).

12. Check that all hardware is tight.

PROCEDURE 9

PROCEDURE 4

PROCEDURE 10

PROCEDURE 6

PROCEDURE 5

PROCEDURE 8

PROCEDURE 6

PROCEDURE 11

FIGURE 1 - EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

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ASSEMBL Y PROCEDURES

PROCEDURE 3

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
(FIGURE 2)

NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following pro­cedures be performed by a qualified technician.

Tools required:

Adjustable Wrench (10-12-inches)
5, 8 and 32 mm Wrench
3/16-inch Allen Wrench
1/4-inch Allen Wrench
1/2-inch Box Wrench
1/2-inch Socket Wrench
Two (2) Medium Screwdrivers (Flathead and Phillips)

EXCELERA TOR XL T

PROCEDURE 10

PROCEDURE 9

1. Secure and adjust rear wheels (PROCEDURE 4).

2. Adjust hand crank assembly (PROCEDURE 5).

3. Adjust chain (PROCEDURE 7).

4. Adjust the optional cantilever brake cable (PROCE­DURE 8).

5. Adjust parking brake (PROCEDURE 8).

6. Adjust back height and/or angle (PROCEDURE 9).

7. Adjust seat position/upholstery (PROCEDURE 10).

8. Adjust footrest (PROCEDURE 11).

9. Check that all hardware is tight.

PROCEDURE 5

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PROCEDURE 4

PROCEDURE 9

PROCEDURE 7

PROCEDURE 8

PROCEDURE 11

EXCELERA TOR XLT 2000

PROCEDURE 10

PROCEDURE 7

PROCEDURE 8

PROCEDURE 4

PROCEDURE 5

PROCEDURE 11

FIGURE 2 - EXCELERA TOR XLT/XLT 2000 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

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PROCEDURE 4 REAR WHEELS

This Procedure includes the following:
Installing/Adjusting the Rear Wheels and Quick-

Release Axles

R

Installing the Rear Wheels with Threaded Axle

E

Option - Excelerator XL T/XLT 2000

A

Tire/Tube Replacement and Tuning/Replacement

R

of Spokes

W

Tire Pressure
Determining/Adjusting Toe In/T oe Out

H

Replacing Camber Inserts

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WARNING

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE
REAR WHEEL AND QUICK­RELEASE AXLES (FIGURE 1)

5. Reinstall rear wheel on the Excelerator.

6. Tilt Excelerator onto either rear wheel and spin raised
wheel. It should spin freely with no excessive drag.

7. Repeat procedure for opposite rear wheel.

NOTE: If drag to either side occurs, repeat the proce­dure until the Excelerator rolls correctly.

INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS
WITH THREADED AXLES ­EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
(FIGURE 2)

1. Apply a small amount of grease onto the axle.

2. Insert the axle into the axle mounting hole on the chair
frame.

3. Securely tighten the axle to the frame.

Axle Mounting

Hole

1/4-inch Allen

Wrench

1. Make sure that the axle receiver hex nut is securely
tightened before installing the rear wheels.

2. Depress detent pin in the quick-release axle and slide
axle through the axle receiver.

3. Release detent pin ensuring that the locking pins are
fully released.

NOTE: Locking pins MUST protrude past the end of the
axle receiver to fully release. Any excessive play MUST
also be eliminated.

4. Increase or decrease end play by adjusting the lock­nut on the end of the quick-release axle.

WARNING

Make sure detent pin is fully released BEFORE op­erating the Excelerator, Li'l Excelerator or
Excelerator XL T.

Keep locking pins clean.

Axle Receiver Hex Nut

Locknut

Frame

Axle

FIGURE 2 - INSTALLING THE REAR WHEELS WITH

THREADED AXLES - EXCELERA TOR XL T/XL T 2000

Rear Wheel

TIRE/TUBE REPLACEMENT AND
TUNING/REPLACEMENT OF SPOKES

NOTE: Invacare recommends that these procedures be
performed by a qualified technician.

TIRE PRESSURE

WARNING

DO NOT use the Excelerator 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. Tire
p.s.i. is printed on the tire wall.

DETERMINING/ADJUSTING
TOE IN/TOE OUT (FIGURE 3)

Locking Pins

Axle Receiver

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/ADJUSTING THE REAR WHEEL

AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES

Detent Pin

Determining Toe In/Toe Out

1. Inflate all pneumatic tires to recommended tire pres­sures (listed on the sidewall of the tire).

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PROCEDURE 4REAR WHEELS

2. Measure the distance between the center lines at the
rear and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12­inches from the ground/floor (FIGURE 3).

NOTE: For optimum accuracy, perform STEP 2 with the
wheelchair occupied.

3. Determine the difference between the two (2) mea­surements. If the difference between the two (2)

measurements is GREA TER than 1/2-inch (0
4-inch for maximum rollability), one (1) of two (2)

conditions exists:
a. If the back centerline measurement of the rear

wheels is SMALLER than the front centerline
measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-OUT
condition exists (FIGURE 3).

b. If the back centerline measurement of the rear

wheels is LARGER than the front centerline
measurement of the rear wheels, a TOE-IN con­dition exists (FIGURE 3).

4. If the difference between the measurements is greater
than 1/2-inch, correct the toe-in/toe-out condition. Re­fer to

ADJUSTING TOE-IN/TOE-OUT in this proce-

dure of the manual.

Clamp

Camber

Insert

FRONT OF WHEELCHAIR

Socket Screw

Toe-out

+ 1/

Camber

Bar

Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out

1. Loosen, but do not remove the socket screws and
clamps that secure camber inserts to the camber bar.

2. Slowly rotate the camber insert until the rear wheels
are approximately 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 of the rear wheels at approximately 12­inches from the ground/floor. Refer to
ING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of the
manual.

5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 until the toe in/toe out measure­ment is less than 1/2-inch (0
rollability).

+ 1/4-inch for maximum

DETERMIN-

REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS
(FIGURE 4)

1. Loosen, but do not remove the socket screws and
clamps that secure the camber inserts to the camber
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 wheelchair. Refer to
DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in
this procedure of the manual.

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Toe-in

Top View of

Wheelchair

Smaller Than

Front

Larger Than Front

FIGURE 3 - DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT

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Frame

Clamp

Camber

Insert

FIGURE 4 - REPLACING CAMBER INSERTS

Socket

Screw

Camber Bar

PROCEDURE 5 FORK/SPRING/CRANK

This Procedure includes the following:
EXCELERA TOR/LI'L EXCELERA TOR:

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Fork Assembly Installation

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Tension Spring Installation

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Hand Crank Assembly Installation

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EXCELERA TOR XL T/XLT 2000:

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Fork /Crank Assembly Replacement

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Tension Spring or Road Crown Compensator

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Replacement/Adjustment

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is
tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage
may result.

DO NOT operate the Excelerator if the hand crank
obstructs your view. If the hand crank obstructs
your view, adjust the height BEFORE using the
Excelerator - Otherwise injury or damage may
occur.

WARNING

EXCELERATOR/LI'L
EXCELERATOR FORK ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove the fork assembly from the packaged con­tainer.

2. Slide fork assembly through the opening in the front
frame (Goose Neck) making sure to seat washer
and ball bearing housing.

3. Seat ball bearings on fork assembly.

4. Place locknut over fork assembly and tighten.

5. Tighten locknut setscrews.

EXCELERATOR/LI'L
EXCELERATOR TENSION SPRING
INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: The tension spring is NOT intended to keep the
Excelerator straight when pedaling but to keep the
Excelerator from leaning excessively to one side or an­other.

Ball Bearings

Locknut

Goose Neck

Front Frame

Opening

Ball Bearing Housing

Eye Bolt

Washer

Fork Assembly

Tension Spring

Eye Bolt

FIGURE 1 - EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR FORK

ASSEMBL Y/TENSION SPRING INST ALLA TION

Adjustable

Chain Idler

EXCELERATOR/LI'L
EXCELERATOR HAND CRANK
ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
(FIGURE 2)

1. Remove the chain from the front wheel hub so it moves
with the hand crank assembly.

2. Slide the hand crank assembly over and completely
down the fork stem.

3. Position the chain on the hand crank sprocket as­sembly and the front wheel hub.

4. Move the hand crank assembly up or down on the
fork stem until you are comfortable with the position
for operational purposes.

NOTE: Positioning of the hand crank assembly loosens
or tightens the chain in an UP/DOWN position.

5. Tighten hex nut to secure the hand crank assembly.

6. Adjust the tautness of the chain by moving the ad­justable chain idler IN or OUT.

7. Tighten the hex screw to secure the adjustable chain
idler in place.

1. Tighten eye bolts into fork assembly and front frame.

2. Using a medium flat head screwdriver, hook the ten­sion spring to the fork assembly and front frame eye
bolts.

NOTE: Tension is applied by loosening or tightening the
eye bolts. This should be done before installation of the
tension spring.

Fork

Stem

FIGURE 2 - EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR HAND

CRANK ASSEMBL Y INST ALLA TION

Hex Nut

Step 5

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FORK/SPRING/CRANK PROCEDURE 5

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
FORK/CRANK ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following proce­dure be performed by a qualified technician.

1. Note the position of the crank handles.

STEPS 1, 2, 3, 38, 39 STEPS 6, 36 STEPS 7, 8, 35

Fork

Socket

Screws

Fork

Crank

Handles

Half

Clamp

Socket

Screws

2. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) socket screws
that secure the crank handles to the existing fork.

3. Slide the crank handles down towards the front wheel.

4. Remove the chain from the crank handles.

5. Remove the crank handles from the existing fork.

6. Remove the two (2) socket screws and half clamp
that secure the brake handle to the existing fork.

7. Remove the socket nut on the BACK of the existing
fork that secures the brake assembly.

Brake

Handle

Fork

Hardware

Socket

Nut

Brake Assembly

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STEPS 9, 34

Fork

Road Crown Compensator

STEPS 13, 14, 27, 28, 29, 30

Non-Turn

Fork

Washer - Must

Be Installed

as Shown

Washer

Front

Cap Nuts

Wheel

STEPS 10, 33

Seat Frame

STEPS 16, 17, 24, 25

Fork

Hex

Bolts,

Locknuts

and

Footrest

Footrest

Clamps

Shifter

STEPS 11, 12, 31, 32

Locknut

Brake

Hex Bolt

Arm

STEPS 5, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 37

Crank Handles

Top

Nuts

Bearing

O-Ring

Bottom Bearing

Frame

Fork

Brake

Arm

Clamp

FIGURE 3 - EXCELERA TOR XL T/XLT 2000 FORK/CRANK ASSEMBL Y REPLACEMENT

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FORK/SPRING/CRANKPROCEDURE 5

8. Note brake assembly hardware position and remove
the brake assembly from the existing fork.

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9. Remove the tension spring or road crown compen-

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sator from the existing fork. Refer to
XLT/XLT 2000 TENSION SPRING OR ROAD
CROWN COMPENSATOR REPLACEMENT in this
procedure of the manual.

10. Loosen, but do not remove the socket screw that
secures the shifting lever to the seat frame.

11. Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the brake
arm to the brake arm clamp.

12. Remove the brake arm clamp from the existing fork.

13. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) cap nuts that
secure the front wheel to the existing fork.

14. Remove the front wheel from the existing fork.

EXCELERATOR

15. Lay the chain flat.

NOTE: Laying the chain flat will prevent kinks in the chain.

16. Remove the two (2) hex bolts, locknuts and clamps
that secure the footrests to the existing fork.

17. Note the position of the footrests and remove the foot­rests from the existing fork.

18. Remove the two (2) top nuts that secure the existing
fork to the frame.

19. Note the o-ring and bearing position and remove the
existing fork from the frame.

30. Torque the two (2) cap nuts 260-390 inch-pounds.

31. Install the brake arm clamp onto the new fork.

32. Secure the brake arm to the brake arm clamp with
the hex bolt and locknut. Torque to 22-26 inch-pounds.

33. Reinstall the shifting lever onto the seat frame and
secure with the socket screw.

34. Install the tension spring or road crown compensator
onto the new fork. Refer to

EXCELERATOR XLT/
XLT 2000 TENSION SPRING OR ROAD CROWN
COMPENSATOR REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT
in this procedure of the manual.

NOTE: EXCELERATOR XLT BUILT BEFORE 9/99
ONLY- Make sure the shifting cable is between the spring
and the frame.

35. Install the brake assembly onto the new fork. Refer to
the hardware position noted in STEP 8 and tighten
securely with the socket nut.

36. Install the brake handle and half clamp onto the new
fork and secure with the two (2) socket screws.

37. Slide the crank handles onto the new fork.

NOTE: Make sure the sprocket on the crank handles is in
line with the sprocket on the front wheel.

38. Reinstall the chain onto the crank handle sprocket.

39. Move the crank handle to the position determined in
STEP 1 and tighen the two (2) socket screws securely.

20. Slide the bottom bearing onto the new fork. Refer to
FIGURE 3 for correct orientation.

21. Slide the new fork into the frame.

22. Position the o-ring and bearing on the new fork. Re­fer to FIGURE 3 for correct orientation.

23. Install the two (2) nuts onto the new fork and tighten
securely. Refer to FIGURE 3 for correct orientation.

24. Position the footrest clamps on the new frame.

25. Install the footrests onto the new fork to the position
noted in STEP 17 and secure with the two (2) hex
bolts and locknuts.

26. Position the chain around the hub of the front wheel.

27. Install the front wheel onto the new fork.

NOTE: Make sure the washer and the non-turn washer
are on the OUTSIDE of the new fork.

28. Line up the projecting ends of the non-turn washer
with the slot in the new fork.

29. Repeat STEPS 27-28 until the projecting ends of the
non-turn washer line up with the slot in the new fork.

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
TENSION SPRING OR ROAD
CROWN COMPENSATOR
REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: Excelerator XLTs built before 9/99 have the ten­sion spring. All Excelerator XLTs built after 9/99 have the
road crown compensator.

NOTE: The tension spring or road crown compensator is
NOT intended to keep the Excelerator XLT/XLT 2000
straight when pedaling but to keep the Excelerator XLT/
XLT 2000 from leaning excessively to one side or an­other.

Tension Spring Replacement/Adjustment
(FIGURE 4)

REMOVING TENSION SPRING.

1. Using a medium flat head screwdriver, unhook the
existing tension spring from fork and frame eye bolt.

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FORK/SPRING/CRANK PROCEDURE 5

ADJUSTING TENSION SPRING.

NOTE: Adjustments should be performed BEFORE
installation of the tension spring.

1. Rotate the frame eye bolt to adjust the tension.

CLOCKWISE - INCREASES tension.
COUNTERCLOCKWISE - DECREASES tension.

INSTALLING TENSION SPRING.

1. Using a medium flat head screwdriver, hook the new
tension spring onto the fork eye bolt and frame eye bolt.

Fork

Fork Eye

Bolt

Frame Eye Bolt

Tension Spring

FIGURE 4 - TENSION SPRING REPLACEMENT/

ADJUSTMENT

Road Crown Compensator Replacement/
Adjustment (FIGURE 5)

4. Rotate the fork to ensure the front wheel is point­ing directly forward.

5. Position the fork end of the road crown compen­sator on the fork bolt.

NOTE: If necessary, lengthen or shorten the road
crown compensator to position the fork end onto the
fork bolt. Refer to the

ADJUSTING procedure in this

section.

6. Secure the road crown compensator to the fork
bolt with the locknut. Tighten securely.

Fork Bolt

Locknut

REMOVED

Frame

Mounting

Hole

Frame

Fork End

Road Crown

Compensator

Frame End

INST ALLED

Bolt

Spacer

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REMOVING ROAD CROWN COMPENSATOR.

1. Remove the locknut securing the fork end of the
road crown compensator to the fork bolt.

2. Remove the fork end of the the road crown com­pensator from the fork bolt.

3. Remove the bolt and spacer securing the frame
end of the road crown compensator to the frame.

ADJUSTING ROAD CROWN COMPENSATOR.

1. Rotate the fork end of the road crown compensa­tor to adjust the length.

CLOCKWISE - shortens the road crown compen­sator and pulls the front wheel to the left.

COUNTERCLOCKWISE - lengthens the road crown
compensator and pushes the front wheel to the right.

INSTALLING ROAD CROWN COMPENSATOR.

1. Position the bolt through the frame end of the road
crown compensator.

2. Position the spacer on the bolt.

3. Install the bolt with spacer and road crown com­pensator into the mounting hole on the frame.

Frame

Fork

Road Crown

Compensator

ADJUSTING

Fork

End

Road Crown Compensator

FIGURE 5 - ROAD CROWN COMPENSATOR

REPLACEMENT/ADJUSTMENT

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SPEED SHIFTERSPROCEDURE 6

This Procedure includes the following:
LI'L EXCELERA TOR:

S

Three (3) Speed Shifter Cable Installation

P

Three (3) Speed Shifter Cable Adjustment

E

EXCELERA TOR/EXCELERA TOR - XL T :

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Seven (7) Speed Shifter Cable Installation
Seven (7) Speed Shifter Cable Adjustment/

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Replacement

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

LI'L EXCELERATOR - THREE (3)
SPEED SHIFTER CABLE

WARNING

INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: The THREE (3) SPEED Shifter Cable runs from
the LEFT-SIDE of the FRONT FRAME to its mounting
position on the HAND CRANK Assembly Shaft.

1. Run the cable from the left-side of the fork assembly
to mounting position just below the hand crank as­sembly.

2. Attach the three (3) speed cable to the hand crank
assembly extension.

3. Secure with hardware provided.

FIGURE 1 - LI'L EXCELERATOR THREE (3) SPEED

SHIFTER CABLE INSTALLATION

LI'L EXCELERATOR - THREE (3)
SPEED SHIFTER CABLE
ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION

DO NOT ride the Excelerator if the hub is out of
adjustment. This will damage the internal parts
and cause hub to malfunction.

3. Shift gears to check for correct adjustment.

NOTE: If gears do NOT shift, increase cable tension and
retest proper shifting of gears. If the chain skips a gear,
loosen the cable tension until correct operation is achieved.

CAUTION

DO NOT overtighten the cables. Doing so may
cause the cable to break. If PROCEDURE A does
NOT solve the problem, take your Li'l Excelerator
to an authorized Invacare Dealer or qualified
technician for proper adjustment.

NOTE: Shift gears when pedals are stationary or when
minimum amount of pedaling is being done to avoid wear
on rotating parts of hub.

Clamp

Hex Nut

Cable

FIGURE 2 - LI'L EXCELERATOR THREE (3) SPEED

SHIFTER CABLE ADJUSTMENT

Procedure B (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: If the following procedure does not enable all three
(3) gears, contact a qualified technician or Invacare for
assistance.

1. Ensure that the indicator chain is fully screwed into
the axle. Turn back a maximum of half a turn.

2. Check that the indicator chain runs freely through the
indicator protector if fitted.

3. Select third gear and loosely connect the cable ad­juster onto the indicator coupling.

4. Select second gear position on the gear control. Look­ing through the window in the right-hand axle nut,
turn the cable adjuster until the end of the indicator is
exactly level with the end of the axle.

5. Tighten the locknut against the adjuster.

Indicator Protector

Right- Hand

Indicator Chain

Indicator Coupling

Locknut

Cable Adjuster

Axle

Axle Nut

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Procedure A (FIGURE 2)

1. Loosen the hex nut.

2. Using a pair of pliers, pull cable to increase tension.
Retighten hex nut.

Indicator Chain

FIGURE 3 - LI'L EXCELERATOR THREE (3) SPEED

INDICATOR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

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PROCEDURE 6SPEED SHIFTERS

EXCELERATOR/EXCELERATOR
XLT - SEVEN (7) SPEED SHIFTER
CABLE INSTALLATION (FIGURE 4)

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NOTE: The SEVEN (7) SPEED Shifter Cable runs from

E

the RIGHT-SIDE of the FRONT FRAME to its mounting

E

position on the HAND CRANK Assembly Shaft.

D

1. Run the cable from the right-side of the fork assem-

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bly to mounting position on the left side just below the
hand crank assembly.

2. Attach the seven (7) speed cable to the hand crank
assembly extension.

3. Secure with hardware provided.

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Shifter Cable

S

FIGURE 4 - EXCELERA TOR/EXCELERATOR XLT SEVEN

(7) SPEED SHIFTER CABLE INST ALLATION

EXCELERATOR/EXCELERATOR
XLT SEVEN (7) SPEED SHIFTER
ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ­BEFORE 1997 ONLY (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: Excelerator/Excelerator XLTs manufactured AF­TER 1997 are equipped with SHIMANO hubs. If equipped
with a SHIMANO hub, it MUST be serviced and adjusted
by a qualified technician.

NOTE: QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY - Contact
Invacare, 1-800-532-8677 for complete SHIMANO hub
instructions.

NOTE: There is no cable adjustment for the seven (7)
speed shifter cable. Loosening the knurled screw will en­able you to pull the gear box from the hub axle.

It is recommended that you take your Excelerator to a
qualified technician for any shifter adjustment.

If adjustment or replacement of internal parts is required,
i.e., won't shift into ALL seven (7) gears, perform the fol­lowing replacement:

1. Ensure that the hub and shifter are properly installed.

NOTE: Shifter is installed with a 4 mm hex key to a torque
of 1.8 to 2.1 ft. lbs.

2. Loosen knurled screw and pull gearbox (clickbox) from
the hub axle.

3. Run the cable and clickbox along the frame and above
the bottom bracket until it reaches the rear axle.

Shifter

4. Ensure that there are no extreme bends in the cable
and there is ample slack for the handlebars to turn
without binding the cable.

5. Use a light oil and lubricate shift rod and the shift tube.

CAUTION

Ensure that the inner lug of the guiding rib is run into
the shift tube slot until it snaps into place.

6. Push the rod and tube into the drive side of the axle as
far as it will go. The shift rod should fit inside of the shift
tube.

7. Position the shifter in gear number one.

8. Push the RED adjusting sleeve (guiding rib first) over
the axle.

9. Position the guiding rib above the axle and slide it onto
the clickbox.

NOTE: The guiding rib complete MUST be seated into the
clickbox housing groove.

10. Ensure that the guiding rib fits into the slot in the top of
the clickbox.

CAUTION

Ensure that knurled screw is secure.

11. Finger tighten knurled screw on clickbox.

12. If more technical assistance is required, contact the
manufacturer direct at [phone].

13. To maintenance, periodically lubricate the shift rod
and shift tube.

Bracket

Gearbox

(Clickbox)

Adjusting

Sleeve

(Insert into

slot in

clickbox

opening)

Knurled

Screw

FIGURE 5 - EXCELERA TOR/EXCELERATOR XLT SEVEN

(7) SPEED SHIFTER CABLE ADJUSTMENT/

REPLACEMENT - SACHS HUB ONLY

Internal Peg

(Align with

slot in shift

tube opening)

Shift Tube

(EXCELERATOR

ONLY)

Guiding Rib

Axle Bore

Shift Rod

Slot for

Internal

Peg

Groove for

Knurled Screw

Hub

Axle

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CHAINPROCEDURE 7

This Procedure includes the following:
EXCELERA TOR/LI'L EXCELERA TOR:

Chain Installation w/Seven (7) Speed Hub
Chain Adjustment
Chain Stay Adjustment

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EXCELERA TOR XLT/XLT 2000:
Chain Adjustment

Chain Installation w/Twenty-Four (24) or T wenty­Seven (27) Speed Cassette

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Chain MUST be tight. If noisy, loosen. After chain
is assembled, start in first gear and on straight­away.

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

WARNING

EXCELERATOR/ LI'L EXCELERATOR
/CHAIN INSTALLATION W/SEVEN (7)
SPEED HUB (FIGURE 1)

5. Place chain over the top of the bottom chain tensioner.

6. Attach the chain together using the master link (w/
clip) provided.

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

1. Move the hand crank assembly up and down on the
fork stem until you are comfortable with the position
for operational purposes (PROCEDURE 2).

NOTE: Positioning of the hand crank assembly loosens
or tightens the chain in an UP/DOWN position.

2. Tighten the hex screw to secure the hand crank as­sembly (PROCEDURE 2).

3. Adjust the tautness of the chain by moving the ad­justable chain idler IN or OUT (PROCEDURE 2).

4. Tighten the hex screw to secure the adjustable chain
idler in place (PROCEDURE 2).

EXCELERATOR CHAIN STAY
ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 2)

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1. Spread the chain out flat and run it over the BOT­TOM chain tensioner upwards to the hand crank

sprocket assembly.

2. Position chain over the hand crank assembly sprocket.

NOTE: It may be necessary to turn the hand crank in a
clockwise motion to position the chain on the sprocket.

3. Run the chain over the top chain tensioner.

4. Position the chain around the wheel sprocket and
back up towards the bottom chain tensioner.

Chain

Tensioners

Step 2

Hand Crank

Sprocket Assembly

Wheel Sprocket

FIGURE 1 - EXCELERATOR / LI'L EXCELERATOR/

CHAIN INSTALLATION W/SEVEN (7) SPEED HUB

Top Chain

Tensioner

Bottom

Chain

Tensioner

Step 4

1. Loosen button screw and adjust bracket upward.
Retighten button screw.

Button

Screw

Bracket

FIGURE 2 - EXCELERATOR CHAIN STAY ADJUSTMENT

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 3)

1. Loosen, but do not remove the two (2) socket screws
that secure the crank handles to the fork.

2. Slide the crank handles up and/or down until the
proper tension on the chain is achieved.

NOTE: The proper chain tension will be approximately 1/
2-inch of chain slack.

NOTE: If crank is in desired position but chain tension is
not correct, links must be added to or removed from the
chain to correct the tension.

3. Tighten the two (2) socket screws that secure the
crank handles to the fork securely.

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CHAIN PROCEDURE 7

Step 5

Crank

Handles

Hand Crank Sprocket

Fork

Assembly

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Socket

Screws

FIGURE 3 - EXCELERATOR - XLT CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

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EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
CHAIN INSTALLATION - TWENTY­FOUR (24) OR TWENTY-SEVEN (27)
SPEED CASSETTE (FIGURE 4)

1. Spread the chain out flat and run it around the chain
ring on the crank and the sprocket on the hub.

NOTE: It may be necessary to turn the hand crank in a
clockwise motion to position the chain on the small
sprocket.

2. Ensure that crank assembly is loosened and mov­able.

3. Lift UP on the chain derailleur and thread the chain
under the derailleur.

4. Thread the chain around the wheel sprocket.

5. Run the chain around the BOTTOM of the wheel
sprocket and back up towards the hand crank
sprocket.

6. Attach the chain together using the master link (w/
clip) provided.

7. To tension chain, refer to
2000 FORK/CRANK ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
in PROCEDURE 5 of this manual.

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT

Step 3

Step 4

Chain Derailleur and

Wheel Sprocket

FIGURE 4 - EXCELERA TOR XL T/XLT 2000 CHAIN

INST ALLA TION- TWENTY-FOUR (24) OR TWENTY-

SEVEN (27) SPEED CASSETTE

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P ARKING BRAKEPROCEDURE 8

This Procedure includes the following:
Using Parking Brake

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Parking Brake Adjustment/Replacement

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE-

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FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

WARNING

USING PARKING BRAKE (FIGURE 1)

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NOTE: The parking brake on the Excelerator, Li'l

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Excelerator and Excelerator XLT is factory installed. No

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installation is necessary.

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1. To engage the parking brake, squeeze the handle
and push in the stop button on the side of the parking
brake or move stop lever to the highest position.

2. To disengage the parking brake, release the handle.

PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT/
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 1)

Adjustment
CABLE.

1. Loosen the hex nut and turn the adjuster barrel clock­wise (tighten) or counterclockwise (loosen) to adjust
the cable. Retighten hex nut.

BRAKE PADS.

1. Adjust the brake pad assembly so that when the park­ing brake is engaged the brake pads rest solely on
the rim of the wheel.

Replacement
PARKING BRAKE PADS.

1. Remove the mounting nuts and replace brake pads.

2. Secure with existing hardware and adjust.

PARKING BRAKE.

WARNING

Replacement of the parking brake MUST be
performed by a qualified technician.

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WARNING

Before using your particular Excelerator,
inspect the parking brake for proper operation.

Rim of Wheel

Brake

Pads

TO ENGAGE: Squeeze

Handle Closed and

Push in Stop Button or

Move Lever to Stop

Position.

TO DISENGAGE:

Squeeze Handle

Closed until Stop

Button Releases, Then

Release Handle

TO ENGAGE: Squeeze

Handle Closed and Push in

Stop Button or Move Lever to

Stop Position.

TO DISENGAGE: Squeeze

Handle Closed until Stop

Button Releases, Then

Release Handle

Stop Button

Brake Pads

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR EXCELERATOR XLT

FIGURE 1 - PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION/ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

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BACK/SEAT PROCEDURE 9

This Procedure includes the following:
Back Height Adjustment (Adjustable Backs Only)

Sliding Seat Adjustment
Excelerator XL T/XLT 2000 Back Angle Adjustment

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY)
(FIGURE 1)

1. Unlatch the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the top
of the back upholstery to the back canes.

WARNING

Push pin MUST protrude thr ough hole in back cane.
Ensure that both back cane inserts are at the same

height BEFORE reassembling the chair.

2. Press the push pin on the back cane insert tube in and
adjust the back height to one (1) of three (3) heights
depending on original back height.

4. Secure the top of the back upholstery to the fastening
flaps ensuring the top of the back upholstery is even
with the top of the back canes.

SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(FIGURES 2 AND 3)

Excelerator/Li'l Excelerator (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: The seat is supported on adjustment rails to
allow forward/rearward adjustment. The adjustment
lever is located on the underside of the seat, at the
front left.

1. Activate parking brake.

2. Grasp forward/rearward adjustment lever and push
it to the right and slide seat forward or rearward.

3. Ensure that seat is properly engaged into the seating
position you desire by "jiggling" the seat, making sure
that the seat engages into the locking notch and ad­justment lever returns to its original forward facing
position.

NOTE: User need not be in seat to slide seat forward
or rearward.

REPLACEMENT.

1. Remove the locknuts, bolts, and coved spacers
from both sliding seat rail brackets.

2. Remove sliding seat and seat rails from brackets.

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3. Reinstall the fastening flaps onto the back canes, en­suring the fastening strips face towards the front of
the Excelerator.

NOTE: The fastening flap with the
left back cane.

Top of Back

Upholstery

Fastening Flaps

Back Canes

Cane

Insert

Push

Pin

Back

Invacare

logo is for the

Seat

Back

Seat Rails

Adjustment Lever

Seat Rail
Locknuts

and

Threaded

Studs (Both

Sides)

Seat Rail Bracket Locknuts, Bolts, and

Coved Spacers (Both Sides)

FIGURE 1 - BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

(ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY)

FIGURE 2 - SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT -

EXCELERATROR/LI'L EXCELERATOR

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BACK/SEATPROCEDURE 9

3. Remove the locknuts from the threaded studs from
seat rails on both sides of seat.

4. Remove seat from seat rails.

5. Reverse STEPS 3-4 to install NEW seat onto seat

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rails.

6. Reverse STEPS 1-2 to install sliding seat and seat
rails onto the seat frame.

Excelerator XLT/XLT 2000 (FIGURE 3)

1. Activate parking brake.

2. Loosen, but do not remove the six (6) socket screws
that secure the seat frame to the handcycle frame.

NOTE: There are three (3) socket screws on the right
and left side of the handcycle.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the hex bolts and lock­nuts that secure the two (2) seat angle adjustment
clamps to the rear seat supports.

NOTE: There is one (1) clamp on the right and left
side of the handcycle.

6. Tighten the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the
two (2) seat angle adjustment clamps to the rear seat
supports securely.

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
(FIGURE 4)

1. Activate parking brake.

2. Loosen, but do not remove the four (4) rear socket
screws that secure the seat frame to the handcycle
frame.

NOTE: There are two (2) socket screws on the right and
left side of the handcycle.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the hex bolts and lock­nuts that secure the two (2) seat angle adjustment
clamps to the rear seat supports.

NOTE: There is one (1) clamp on the right and left side of
the handcycle.

4. Perform one (1) of the following:

4. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. Moving the seat rearward - While lifting up on

the back support tubes, push the seat rearward
to the desired position.

B. Moving the seat forward - While pushing

down on the back support tubes, pull the seat
forward to the desired position.

5. Tighten the six (6) socket screws that secure the
seat frame to the handcycle frame securely.

Seat Angle Adjustment Clamps

Seat Frame

A. Increasing Back Angle - While lifting up on the

back support tubes, pull the seat upward to the
desired position.

B. Decreasing Back Angle - While pushing down

on the back support tubes, push the seat down
to the desired position.

5. Tighten the three (3) socket screws that secure the
seat frame to the handcycle frame securely.

6. Tighten the hex bolts and locknuts that secure the
two (2) seat angle adjustment clamps to the rear seat
supports securely.

Seat Angle Adjustment Clamps

Seat

Socket Screws

FIGURE 3 - SLIDING SEA T ADJUSTMENT -

EXCELERA TROR XLT/XLT 2000

Handcycle Frame

Socket

Screw

Socket

Screws

FIGURE 4 - EXCELERA TROR XL T/XL T 2000 BACK

ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

Handcycle Frame

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PROCEDURE 10UPHOLSTERY

This Procedure includes the following:
Seat Upholstery Replacement
Back Upholstery Replacement

W ARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE
use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened
securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

Upholstery MUST be inspected BEFORE each use.
Exposure to moisture (ie.- wet weather or puddles)
will damage fastening straps/flaps/strips. DO NOT
operate excelerator if upholstery is wet or dam­aged, otherwise severe injury may occur.

SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT
(FIGURE 1)

1. Remove seat cushion and back upholstery from chair.

2. Unlatch the four (4) fastening flaps that secure the
seat upholstery to the seat frame.

3. Remove the existing seat upholstery.

4. Install the new seat upholstery making sure that the
three (3) fastening flaps that are in close proximity to
one another are to the rear of the seat frame.

5. Secure the four (4) fastening flaps together.

6. Reinstall back upholstery and seat cushion onto chair.

Back Upholstery

Large

Strap
Toward
Rear of

Seat

Frame

Towards

Front of

Chair

4. Install the new back upholstery onto the wheelchair.

5. Securely latch the fastening flaps on the bottom of
the new back upholstery to the back canes.

Back Upholstery

Fastening

Flap

Fastening

Flap

Back

Canes

FIGURE 2 - BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT -

ALL EXCELERA TORS EXCEPT XL T/XLT 2000

NARROW BACK

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 Narrow Back
(FIGURE 3)

1. Pull the back cushion off the back frame.

2. Align the fastening strips on the back frame with
the fastening strips on the new back cushion.

3. Press the back cushion firmly against the back
frame to secure.

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Three (3) Seat Upholstery Fastening Straps

Towards Rear of Seat Frame

FIGURE 1 - SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT

BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT

All Excelerators Except XLT/XLT 2000
Narrow Back (FIGURE 2)

1. Unlatch the two (2) fastening flaps that secure the
bottom of existing back upholstery to the back canes.

2. Unlatch the top of the existing back upholstery.

3. Lift up on the existing back upholstery and remove
from the wheelchair.

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Back

Frame

Fastening Strips

FIGURE 3 - EXCELERA TOR XL T/XL T 2000

Back

Cushion

FOOTRESTPROCEDURE 11

This Procedure includes the following:
EXCELERA TOR LI'L EXCELERA TOR:

Footrest Adjustment/Replacement
EXCELERA TOR - XLT/XLT 2000: Footrest and Leg

Guard Replacement

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Using/Replacing Footrest Strap

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After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may

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result.

WARNING

EXCELERATOR/LI'L EXCELERATOR
FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT/
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Range of the Footrest is 0 to 4-1/2-inches.

Adjusting Footrest Height:

Replacing Individual Footplates

1. Remove the two (2) button screws and locknuts that
secure the footrests to the footplate clamps.

2. Align new footplates on the footplate clamps at the de­sired depth.

3. Line up the mounting holes in the footplates with the
mounting holes in the footplate clamps.

4. Install the button screws into the mounting holes and
tighten securely with the locknuts.

Height Adjustment

Socket

Screws

Footplate

1. Loosen the socket screws on both footrests.

2. Slide the footplate up or down to desired height.

3. Retighten the socket screw that secures the footplate.

4. Secure straps over top of feet before using your
Excelerator.

Adjusting Footrest Angle

1. Loosen the button screws and locknuts that secure
the half clamps to the footrest weldment.

NOTE: The footplate clamps are located under the
footplates.

2. Position footplates to an appropriate angle for user.

3. Securely tighten the button screws and locknuts that
secure the half clamps to the footrest weldment.

Adjusting Footrest Depth

1. Remove the two (2) button screws and locknuts that
secure the footplates to the half clamps.

2. Adjust the footplates to one (1) of five (5) depths.

Depth Adjustment

Button

Screws

Footplate

Locknuts

Angle Adjustment or Replacement

Footplate

Button Screws

3. Line up the mounting holes in the footplates with the
mounting holes in the footplate clamps.

4. Install the button screws into the mounting holes and
tighten securely with the locknuts.

Locknuts

FIGURE 1 - FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT

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FOOTREST PROCEDURE 11

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000
FOOTREST AND LEG GUARD
REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 2)

Footrest

1. Note the position of the existing footrest.

2. Remove the hex bolt and locknut that secure the ex­isting footrest to the fork.

3. Remove the existing footrest from the clamp on the
fork.

4. Slide the new footrest into the clamp on the fork to
the position noted in STEP 1.

5. Reinstall the hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

6. Repeat STEPS 1-5 for the opposite footrest, if nec­essary.

Leg Guard

1. Loosen the two (2) allen screws on each mount­ing clamp.

2. Position each mounting clamp onto the fork under
the brake cable as shown in FIGURE 2.

Fork

Clamp,

Hex Bolt

and

Locknut

Footrest Replacement

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Footrest

Leg Guard Replacement

Fork

NOTE: The leg guard should surround, but not touch
the REAR of the front tire.

3. Tighten the two (2) allen screws on each mounting
clamp securely.

Brake
Cable

Rear of

Front

Tire

Leg Guard

FIGURE 2 - EXCELERA TOR XLT/XLT 2000 FOOTREST

AND LEG GUARD REPLACEMENT

Allen

Screws

Mounting

Clamp

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PROCEDURE 11 FOOTREST

EXCELERATOR XLT/XLT 2000 ­USING/REPLACING FOOTREST
STRAP

WARNING

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Footrest straps MUST be inspected BEFORE each
use. Exposure to moisture (ie.- wet weather or
puddles) will damage fastening strips. Footrest
strap will not hold feet securely in footrest if fas­tening strips are damaged. DO NOT operate
excelerator if footrest straps are wet or damaged,
otherwise severe injury may occur.

Always wear shoes and securely strap feet in
using straps provided. Severe injury may oc­cur if feet are not secured while the Excelerator
is in motion.

Using Footrest Strap (FIGURE 3)

1. Place feet in footrests.

2. Secure feet to footrest strap using small fastening
straps.

Footrest

3. Firmly connect the hook and loop portion of the
footrest strap to secure the footrest strap to the
inner footrest tube as shown in DETAIL "A".

4. Wrap end of footrest strap over and around the
outer footrest tube and under the inner footrest
tube as shown in DETAILS "A" and "B".

5. Press the end of the footrest strap against the
portion of the footrest strap installed onto the in­ner footrest tube as shown in DETAIL "B".

6. Ensure the footrest strap is firmly attached to the
loop fastening strip on the outer footrest tube.

DET AIL "A"

Footrest Strap Loop

Portion

(STEP 3)

Footrest Strap

Hook Portion

(STEP 3)

Small

Fastening

Straps

Fastening

Straps

Footrest

Strap

FIGURE 3 - USING FOOTREST STRAP

Replacing Footrest Strap (FIGURE 4)

1. Pull apart fastening straps securing existing foot­rest strap to footrest.

2. Position the footrest strap around the inner foot­rest tube as shown in DETAIL "A".

NOTE: The small fastening straps should face UP.

Inner Footrest

Tube

End of Footrest Strap (STEPS 4 AND 5)

Inner Footrest

Tube

Outer Footrest

Tube

DET AIL "B"

Outer Footrest

Tube

End of Footrest
Strap (STEP 4)

Fastening Strip

(STEP 6)

Loop

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FIGURE 4 - REPLACING FOOTREST STRAP

OPERATION PROCEDURE 12

This Procedure includes the following:
Hand Crank Assembly
Shifting Gears
Backing Up/Braking/Parking Brake
Steering/Cornering
Mountain Drive Option

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

HAND CRANK ASSEMBLY

NOTE: For Installation or Adjustment of the Hand Crank
Assembly, refer to PROCEDURE 5 in this manual.

NOTE: Adjust the seat to fit your particular requirements
for a comfortable position when operating the Excelerator.
Refer to PROCEDURE 9 in this manual.

The hand crank assembly is used for propelling and steer­ing of the Excelerator. At least one (1) hand MUST be on
the hand crank assembly at all times.

SHIFTING GEARS

Li'l Excelerator (Three [3] Speed)
Excelerator (Seven [7] Speed)

To shift gears, hold onto the hand crank assembly with
one (1) hand, continue pedaling, but ease pressure on
the pedals and select the gear required. If the Excelerator
is stationary, simply select gear required. The neutral po­sition is constant except when pedaling forward or apply­ing the brakes.

Excelerator XLT Twenty-four (24) Speed
(FIGURE 2)

To shift gears, you MUST turn the crank forward with the
chain under some tension while the bike is moving. DO
NOT attempt to shift gears while bike is stationary. Shift­ing the chain towards the centerline of the handcycle is
for climbing/accelerating and is called a downshift. Mov­ing the chain out or away from the centerline of the
handcycle is for speed and is called an upshift.

There are two (2) grips installed on the seat rails. The
RIGHT grip has eight (8) speeds and the LEFT grip has
three (3) speeds.

1. Rotate the RIGHT grip until the indicator points to
a higher number.

2. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. INDICATOR POINTS TO "8" - Rotate the

LEFT grip until the indicator points to a higher
number. Rotate the RIGHT grip until the indi­cator points to "1".

B. INDICATOR POINTS TO "1-7" - Repeat

STEP 1 until desired gear is achieved.

3. Repeat STEPS 1-2 until the desired gear is
achieved.

4. To downshift, reverse STEPS 1-3.

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Excelerator/Excelerator XLT (Seven [7]
Speed) (FIGURE 1)

1. Perform one (1) of the following:

A. UPSHIFT - Push the shifting lever towards the

indicator and release. Repeat until the desired
gear is obtained.

B. DOWNSHIFT - Push shifting lever down and

away from the indicator. Repeat until the desired
gear is obtained.

UPSHIFT

Indicator

DOWNSHIFT

Shifting

Lever

FIGURE 1 - SHIFTING GEARS - EXCELERA TOR/

EXCELERATOR XLT (SEVEN [7] SPEED)

Indicator

Seat

Rail

FIGURE 2 - EXCELERA TOR XLT TWENTY-FOUR (24)

SPEED

Numbers

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Grip

OPERATIONPROCEDURE 12

Excelerator XLT 2000 Twenty-seven (27) Speed
Cassette (FIGURE 3)

To shift gears, you MUST turn the crank forward with the
chain under some tension while the bike is moving. DO

NOT attempt to shift gears while bike is stationary. Shift-

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ing the chain towards the centerline of the handcycle is

P

for climbing/accelerating and is called a downshift. Mov-

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ing the chain out or away from the centerline of the

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handcycle is for speed and is called an upshift.

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1. Perform one (1) of the following:

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A. UPSHIFT - Press the shifter handle DOWN and

release. Repeat until the desired gear is obtained.

B. DOWNSHIFT - Press the brake handle DOWN

and release. Repeat until the desired gear is ob­tained.

NOTE: The Left shifter handle operates the top de­railleur and the Right shifter handle operates the bot­tom derailleur.

DET AIL "A" - UPSHIFTING

Press Here

and

Release

BACKING-UP

Use the rear wheels (i. e. like a manual wheelchair) to
backup. When backing up keep the front wheel straight.

BRAKING

Reversing Drum Brakes - Seven (7) Speed ONLY

Use the brakes intermittently on your Excelerator cycle to
bring it to a complete stop. Apply by pedaling in reverse.

Hand Brakes - Twenty-Four (24) and Twenty­Seven (27) Speed ONLY (FIGURE 4)

1. Squeeze brake handle(s) as needed to slow or
come to a complete stop.

2. Release when desired speed is acheived.

Squeeze

Brake

Handle

Shifter

Handle

Upper

Derailleur

DET AIL "B" - DOWNSHIFTING

Brake

Handle

Press Here and

Release

FIGURE 3 - EXCELERATOR XL T 2000 TWENTY-SEVEN

(27) SPEED CASSETTE

Lower

Derailleur

NOTE: Twenty-seven (27) speed hand brake shown.

FIGURE 4 - HAND BRAKES - TWENTY-FOUR (24) AND

TWENTY-SEVEN (27) SPEED ONL Y

PARKING BRAKE

WARNING

Before attempting to transfer IN or OUT of the
Excelerator, every precaution should be taken
to reduce the gap distance. Position the Excel­erator on level ground and as close as possible
to the object you are transferring INTO or OUT of.
The parking brake of the Excelerator MUST be en­gaged and the object you are transferring INTO
or OUT of MUST also be secured before attempt­ing any transfer.

To engage the parking brake, squeeze the handle and
push the stop button IN until the handle locks in place.

To disengage the parking brake, release the handle.

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OPERATION PROCEDURE 12

WARNING

The twenty-seven (27) speed cassette on the
Excelerator XLT 2000 uses the hand brake as the
primary brake. Reverse pedaling WILL NOT stop
the bike.

STEERING/CORNERING

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.

DO NOT shift the mountain drive under load. This
may cause damage to the handcycle and WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY.

Steering the Handcycle

To steer the handcycle, use the hand pedals to
direct the front crank and wheel assembly in the
direction you intend to go (straight, right, or left). Steer­ing can be done while pedaling or coasting. When cor­nering, it is recommended that you slow the handcycle,
stop pedaling, steer the handcycle and coast through the
turn.

Tightening Hand Crank

NOTE: If hand crank will not engage the chain, it will be
necessary to tighten the Mountain Drive Crank nut.

1. Insert the open end of the hooked wrench (provided)
around the nut between the hand crank and axle and
cup tube.

2. Hold the hand crank and turn the wrench clockwise.

3. Continue until nut is tight.

4. Perform the same for the other side of the crank.

5. Turn crank and ensure that the crank operates and
turns the chain.

Lubrication (FIGURE 5)

NOTE: Refer to the SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK­LIST to determine how often lubrication is necessary.

1. Remove the screw on the hand crank.

2. Insert a few drops of bicycle or machine oil.

3. Reinstall the screw on the hand crank.

Hand

Crank

Screw

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MOUNTAIN DRIVE OPTION ­ SEVEN (7) SPEED SHIFTER ONLY

CAUTION

DO NOT shift the mountain drive option under
load (i.e. using a high gear to start the handcycle
in motion or to climb a hill, etc.). Shifting the moun­tain drive option under load will damage the in­ternal workings of the mountain drive option.

Switching to Mountain Drive Option

1. Perform one (1) of the following:
A. Switching Mountain Drive Option ON - Push the

gear shift button on the RIGHT side of the hand
crank IN while the option is UNDER NO LOAD.

B. Switching Mountain Drive Option OFF - Push the

gear shift button on the LEFT side of the hand
crank IN while the option is UNDER NO LOAD.

FIGURE 5 - MOUNT AIN DRIVE OPTION -

LUBRICA TION

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OPERATIONPROCEDURE 12

Bearing Play Adjustment (FIGURE 6)

NOTE: Refer to the SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
to determine how often bearing play adjustment is nec­essary.

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NOTE: This adjustment is required only if there is some
play in the hand crank in a SIDE TO SIDE motion.

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NOTE: There will be some play in a forward/rearward

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1. Slightly tighten self-locking nut on the left side (sitting

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Self-Locking Nut

Adjusting Gear Shift Push Button (FIGURE 7)

WARNING

Incorrect adjustment of gear shift push button
may reult in a failure of the coaster brake, pos­sibly causing injury and or damage.

1. Loosen, but do not remove the allen set screw in
the middle of the gear shift push button.

2. Turn in the gear shift push button approximately two
(2) revolutions.

3. Push the gear shift push button IN.

4. Move the hand crank slightly until the switch posi­tion engages audibly.

5. Turn the gear shift push button until it is flush with
the hand crank.

NOTE: Make sure there is some play underneath the
button.

6. Securely tighten the allen set screw in the middle
of the gear shift push button.

Hand

Crank

FIGURE 6 - MOUNT AIN DRIVE OPTION -

BEARING PLAY ADJUSTMENT

Hand Crank

Gear Shift

Push Button

Allen Wrench

FIGURE 7 - MOUNT AIN DRIVE OPTION -

ADJUSTING GEAR SHIFT PUSH BUTTON

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PROCEDURE 13OPTIONS

This Procedure includes the following:
Water Bottle Installation
Tow Bar Installation
Safety Light Installation
Computer Installation
Seat Positioning Strap Installation
Horizontal Handles
Tri-Pin Spinning Quad Handles
Gloves
Safety Flag
Safety Helmet

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE­FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tight­ened securely - otherwise injury or damage may
result.

WATER BOTTLE INSTALLATION
(FIGURE 1)

Operating the Safety Light

1. Press GREY button for ON/OFF.

2. Remove lens cover and slide Black switch back and
forth for pulse or constant mode.

Mounting the Safety Light

1. Open clip on back of safety light.

2. Place clip over back upholstery fastening flap and
release.

COMPUTER INSTALLATION
(FIGURE 1)

1. Install metal plug onto spoke of front wheel approxi­mately 2-inches from wheel rim.

2. Align metal plug with fork assembly.

3. Secure sensor to fork using hardware provided.

NOTE: Slot in sensor MUST align with metal plug for mile­age etc. to be registered on the computer.

4. Remove one (1) of the chain guard screws and at­tach the computer mounting bracket.

5. Snap computer into mounting bracket.

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1. Secure the black water bottle mounting tube to the
seat frame using the hardware provided.

NOTE: Make sure that the water bottle mounting bracket
mounting holes are facing downward.

2. Attach the water bottle mounting bracket to the black
mounting tube using the hardware provided.

3. Push water bottle into mounting bracket until secure.

TOW BAR INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)

1. Attach the tow bar mounting brackets to the rear chair
frame of the Excelerator using the hardware provided.

NOTE: Make sure that the mounting hardware is cen­tered on the rear chair frame.

2. Insert tow bar into mounting bracket and secure with
hardware provided.

REAR SAFETY LIGHT (FIGURE 1)

WARNING

Operation of the Excelerator is subject to all traf­fic rules and regulations. (This may include the
use of a safety light and reflectors for dusk/night
riding.)

SEAT POSITIONING STRAP
INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1)

1. Secure seat positioning strap to back canes using
hardware provided.

HORIZONTAL HANDLES (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove existing handles and replace as shown in
FIGURE 1.

TRI-PIN QUAD HANDLES (FIGURE 1)

1. Remove existing handles and replace.

2. Loosen socket screws and adjust.

GLOVES (FIGURE 1)

1. Wrap palm loop around horizontal handle (using top
slot only) and secure by attaching velcro strips to-

gether.

2. Run velcro strip (back of hand) through bottom slot
on palm and over back of hand until tight. Secure by
attaching velcro strips together.

3. Reattach glove strips to back of glove.

Batteries

1. Remove the lens cover.

2. Insert the AAA batteries with correct polarity (+ or -).

3. Reinstall lens cover.

SAFETY FLAG INSTALLATION
(FIGURE 1)

1. Mount safety flag in holder secured to back tube on
bike frame.

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OPTIONSPROCEDURE 13

SAFETY HELMET (FIGURE 1)

1. Secure helmet using the chin strap.

2. Ensure proper fit.

LATERAL SUPPORT (FIGURE 1)

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1. Position lateral support on frame as shown.

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2. Secure with button screws.

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Safety

Light

3. Three (3) different brackets included for different
widths.

4. Change bracket by removing the existing button
screws and attach the new bracket with the exist­ing button screws.

Helmet

Lateral

Supports w/

Three Brackets

Computer

Seat Positioning

Strap

Water Bottle

Tow Bar

Flag

Tri-Pin Quad

Handles

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

Horizontal

Handles and

Gloves

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO
PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from

state to state.
Invacare warrants the frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three

(3) years from date of purchase; distributed parts and components including compensators, forks,
upholstery and miscellaneous bicycle components are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the
date of purchase; except all tires, tubes, push handles grips, foam parts, plastic coated parts, bushings,
bearings and cables which are not warranted. The Mountain Drive Option is not warranted. If within
such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired
or replaced, 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 remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and/or replacement.

For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In
the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the
address below. Provide dealer’s name, address, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if
the product is serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not return products to our factory without our
prior consent.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED
PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLI­GENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, COMMERCIAL OR INSTITU­TIONAL USE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT (INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PROD­UCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT
OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL,
AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY
TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PRO­VIDED HEREIN AND THE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN.
INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.

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