Invacare Force G, Force-2, Force K, Force R, Force X User Manual
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Invacare® Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
Force
Force-2
Force G
Force K
Force R
Force X
EN User Manual
Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 2 Part No 1171790
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CONTENTS
Part No 1171790
3 Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
1 GENERAL 6
Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Dealer/Technician Information........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Warranty Information........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2OVERVIEW 9
Label Locations - Force/Force-2......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Label Locations - Force G.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Label Locations - Force R ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Label Locations - Force K.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Label Locations - Force X.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Typical Product Parameters ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Component Identification..................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Tire Pressure Conversion..................................................................................................................................................................................................................20
3SAFETY 21
General Guidelines ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
Proper Fit............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Operating Information........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Transferring Into/Out of the Handcycle.........................................................................................................................................................................................25
4 SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING 27
Safety Inspection Checklist................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Suggested Maintenance Procedures ................................................................................................................................................................................................28
5 INITIAL SETUP 30
Force Series Handcycle Setup...........................................................................................................................................................................................................30
User Manual
DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
USER:
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
CONTENTS
Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 4 Part No 1171790
6 ASSEMBLY - FORCE-2 ONLY 32
Assembling the Force-2 Handcycle..................................................................................................................................................................................................32
7OPERATION 39
Shifting Gears.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41
Backing-Up and Maneuvering in Tight Areas .................................................................................................................................................................................43
Braking.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................45
Steering, Turning and Cornering ......................................................................................................................................................................................................47
8 RIDING POSITION 48
Replacing/Adjusting the Footrest......................................................................................................................................................................................................48
Using/Replacing Footrest Strap .........................................................................................................................................................................................................49
Adjusting Hand Crank .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................51
Adjusting Seat Fore/Aft .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................52
Adjusting Back Angle ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
9 WHEELS 54
Installing Rear Wheels with Threaded Axles.................................................................................................................................................................................54
Determining Toe In/Toe Out............................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out..................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Replacing Camber Inserts...................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Replacing Tire/Tube and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes...........................................................................................................................................................57
10 SERVICE PROCEDURES 58
Removing/Installing the Fork - Force R, Force K and Force X ONLY....................................................................................................................................58
Removing/Installing the Front Wheel ..............................................................................................................................................................................................60
Replacing the Crank Arms .................................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Installing/Removing/Adjusting the Steering Dampener................................................................................................................................................................63
Installing Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain.............................................................................................................................................................................64
Adjusting Twenty-Seven Speed Cassette Chain............................................................................................................................................................................64
Installing Hand Crank Handles ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Installing V/S Crankarm Handles.......................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Adjusting/Replacing the Primary Caliper Brake and Parking Brake ..........................................................................................................................................66
Disc Brakes ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................67
CONTENTS
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
Replacing Seat Upholstery .................................................................................................................................................................................................................68
Replacing Back Cushion......................................................................................................................................................................................................................68
Integrated Backrest Strap Replacement - Force X only............................................................................................................................................................. 69
11 OPTIONS 70
Installing Safety Lights.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Installing the Water Bottle ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 71
Using Safety Helmet ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................72
Installing the Computer......................................................................................................................................................................................................................72
Assembling/Adjusting/Using the Handcycle Rack.........................................................................................................................................................................73
Using the Alignment Gauge............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Additional Options .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76
NOTES .........................................................................................................................................................................................................79
1 GENERAL
Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 6 Part No 1171790
1 General
1.1 Symbols
Warnings
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage.
See the information below for definitions of the signal words.
1.2 Dealer/Technician Information
The term “qualified technician” in this manual refers to an Invacare qualified technician or a Shimano® certified bicycle repair technician.
.
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or
both.
!
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.
1 GENERAL
Part No 1171790
7 Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
1.3 Warranty Information
United States 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 who purchases this product when new and unused from Invacare or a dealer. This warranty is
not extended to any other person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to any subsequent purchaser or owner. Coverage under this warranty
will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of title to any other person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
Invacare warrants the frames when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years
from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty. Invacare warrants the
upholstered materials (seat and back) and remaining components of this product when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of thirteen (13) months from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for
coverage under this warranty.
Force-2 Model Only - Invacare warrants the frames when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period
of two (2) years from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty.
Invacare warrants the upholstered materials (seat and back) and remaining components of this product when purchased new and unused to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirteen (13) months from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the
seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty.
If within such warranty periods 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 at the bottom of this page. Provide dealer’s name, address, the product model number, 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 OERPATION,
MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODEIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE’S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGE 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 NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR OR FAILURE TO ADJERE TO THE PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS.
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE
SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE
DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, OR LIMITATION OF
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH
STATE/PROV
INCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.
1 GENERAL
Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 8 Part No 1171790
Canadian Limited Warranty
Cette garantie n’est offerte qu’à l’acheteur initial de nos produits neufs et inutilisés achetés auprès de Invacare ou d’un distributeur.
Cette garantie n’est offerte à nulle autre personne ou entité; elle n’est ni transférable ni attribuable à un acheteur ou propriétaire consécutif. La prise en
charge au terme de cette garantie sera résiliée consécutivement à la vente ou au transfert de propriété du produit.
Cette garantie confère à l’acheteur certains droits reconnus par la loi. D’autres droits légaux, variant d’un état ou d’une province à l’autre, peuvent s’y
ajouter.
Invacare garantit les cadres latéraux de ce produit acheté neuf et inutilisé contre les vices de fabrication et de main d'oeuvre pendant une période de
tois (3) ans à compter de la date d’achat auprès d’Invacare ou d’un distributeur, une copie de la facture du revendeur étant nécessaire pour couvrir le
produit au titre de cette garantie. Invacare garantit les matériaux de revêtement (siège et dossier) acheté neuf et inutilisé contre les vices de fabrication
et de main d'oeuvre pendant une période de treize (13) mois à compter de la date d’achat auprès d’Invacare ou d’un distributeur, une copie de la
facture revendeur étant nécessaire pour couvrir le produit au titre de cette garantie.
Force-2 Model Only - Invacare garantit les cadres latéraux de ce produit acheté neuf et inutilisé contre les vices de fabrication et de main d'oeuvre
pendant une période de deux (2) ans à compter de la date d’achat auprès d’Invacare ou d’un distributeur, une copie de la facture du revendeur étant
nécessaire pour couvrir le produit au titre de cette garantie. Invacare garantit les matériaux de revêtement (siège et dossier) acheté neuf et inutilisé
contre les vices de fabrication et de main d'oeuvre pendant une période de treize (13) mois à compter de la date d’achat auprès d’Invacare ou d’un
distributeur, une copie de la facture revendeur étant nécessaire pour couvrir le produit au titre de cette garantie.
Si ledit produit s’avère défectueux pendant ces périodes, il sera réparé ou remplacé au choix d’Invacare. Cette garantie n’inclut pas les frais de livraison
ou de main d’oeuvre résultant de l’installation de pièces de rechange ou de la réparation dudit produit.
La seule obligation d’Invacare et le seul recours du bénéficiaire de la garantie se limitera à ces réparations et/ou remplacements.
Pour un service au titre de la garantie, l’acheteur doit contacter le distributeur auprès duquel il a acheté le produit Invacare. Si l’acheteur ne juge pas le
service de garantie satisfaisant, il doit écrire directement à Invacare à l’adresse figurant au bas de cette page. Il doit fournir le nom du distributeur,
l’adresse, le numéro de modèle du produit, sa date d’achat, indiquer la nature du défaut et le numéro du produit si celui-ci est numéroté en série. Ne pas
renvoyer les produits à l’usine sans avoir obtenu notre accord préalable.
LIMITATIONS ET EXCLUSIONS : LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE NE S’APPLIQUERA PAS AUX PRODUITS DONT LES NUMÉROS DE SÉRIE ONT
ÉTÉ SUPPRIMÉS OU MUTILÉS, AUX PRODUITS SUJETS À UNE NÉGLIGENCE, UN ACCIDENT, UNE UTILISATION, UN ENTRETIEN OU UN
ENTREPOSAGE IMPROPRES, AUX PRODUITS MODIFIÉS SANS LE CONSENTEMENT ÉCRIT FORMEL D’INVACARE, Y COMPRIS SANS S’Y
LIMITER, DES MODIFICATIONS PAR LE BIAIS DE PIÈCES OU D’ACCESSOIRES NON AUTORISÉS; AUX PRODUITS ENDOMMAGÉS SUITE À
DES RÉPARATIONS APPORTÉES À UN COMPOSANT SANS L’ACCORD SPÉCIFIQUE D’INVACARE, OU À UN PRODUIT ENDOMMAGÉ LORS
DE CIRCONSTANCES ÉCHAPPANT AU CONTRÔLE D’INVACARE; CETTE ÉVALUATION SERA EXCLUSIVEMENT DÉTERMINÉE PAR
INVACARE. CETTE GARANTIE NE S’APPLIQUERA PAS EN CAS D’USURE NORMALE OU DE NON-RESPECT DES INSTRUCTIONS DU
PRODUIT.
LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE EXPLICITE EST EXCLUSIVE ET SE SUBSTITUE À TOUTES AUTRES GARANTIES, EXPLICITES OU IMPLICITES,
NOTAMMENT TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE DE QUALITÉ MARCHANDE ET D’ADÉQUATION À UN USAGE PARTICULIER.
LE SEUL REMÈDE À LA MOINDRE RUPTURE DE LA GARANTIE SE LIMITE À LA RÉPARATION OU AU REMPLACEMENT DU PRODUIT
DÉFECTUEUX CONFORMÉMENT AUX TERMES ET CONDITIONS DE LA PR
ÉSENTE GARANTIE.
L’APPLICATION DE TOUTE GARANTIE
IMPLICITE NE SAURAIT S’ÉTENDRE AU-DELÀ DE LA PÉRIODE DE COUVERTURE EXPLICITE INDIQUÉE DANS LE PRÉSENT DOCUMENT.
INVACARE NE SAURAIT ÊTRE TENU RESPONSABLE DU MOINDRE DOMMAGE INDIRECT OU ACCESSOIRE.
CERTAINS ÉTATS OU CERTAINES PROVINCES N’AUTORISENT PAS L’EXCLUSION NI LA LIMITATION DES DOMMAGES ACCESSOIRES
OU INDIRECTS, NI LA LIMITATION DE LA DURÉE DE LA GARANTIE IMPLICITE; AUSSI, L’EXCLUSION ET LA LIMITATION ÉNONCÉES
CI-DESSUS PEUVENT NE PAS VOUS CONCERNER. LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE PEUT ÊTRE ÉTENDUE POUR LA RENDRE CONFORME AUX
LOIS ET RÈGLEMENTS LOCAUX.
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Part No 1171790
9 Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
2 Overview
2.1 Label Locations - Force/Force-2
2.2 Label Locations - Force G
Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to
owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may
contact rear wheels during use. Operate with
caution.
P/N 1154264 Rev A
WARNING
ALWAYS keep fingers and
hands away from the chain
while using the handcycle,
otherwise injury may occur.
P/N 1154265 Rev A
WARNING
Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to
owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may
contact rear wheels during use. Operate with
caution.
P/N 1154264 Rev A
WARNING
ALWAYS keep fingers and
hands away from the chain
while using the handcycle,
otherwise injury may occur.
P/N 1154265 Rev A
WARNING
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 10 Part No 1171790
2.3 Label Locations - Force R
2.4 Label Locations - Force K
Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to
owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may
contact rear wheels during use. Operate with
caution.
P/N 1154264 Rev A
WARNING
ALWAYS keep fingers and
hands away from the chain
while using the handcycle,
otherwise injury may occur.
P/N 1154265 Rev A
WARNING
ALWAYS keep fingers and
hands away from the chain
while using the handcycle,
otherwise injury may occur.
P/N 1154265 Rev A
WARNING
Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to
owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may
contact rear wheels during use. Operate with
caution.
P/N 1154264 Rev A
WARNING
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
2.5 Label Locations - Force X
Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Refer to
owner’s manual. Otherwise, user’s elbows may
contact rear wheels during use. Operate with
caution.
P/N 1154264 Rev A
WARNING
ALWAYS keep fingers and
hands away from the chain
while using the handcycle,
otherwise injury may occur.
P/N 1154265 Rev A
WARNING
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Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 12 Part No 1171790
2.6 Typical Product Parameters
Top End Force
Seat Width: 14 to 18 inches (35.6 to 45.7 cm)
Seat Depth: 14 inches (35.6 cm)
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Seat to Floor is 7 inches (17.8 cm) measured at the mid point of seat with 2" (5.1 cm) cushion
Back Style: Adjustable Back Angle 35° - 55°, rewards from 0° (0° = straight up)
Back Height Fixed/Adjustable Angle: 24 inches (Narrow, Tall) (61 cm)
Footrest: Adjustable Fore and Aft
Side - Wheel Clearance: 2 inches - * 2½ inches (5.1 - 6.4 cm)
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 9° - Standard (22.9 cm)
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Cane Creek operated by Rapid Fire hands-on brake mounted on right or left handpedal
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset
Crankset: Top End V Crankset, custom widths/lengths (see order form)
Hub: FRONT – Shimano/Top End Components w/ 27 Speed External Cassette
REAR - Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Black
Shift Levers: Rapid fire hands-on shifter mounted on right or left handpedal for lower derailler
Cable operated shifter for upper derailler/chainrings
Gears: 27 Speed
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Nylon
Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper, Seat and Back Cushions
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System, Carbon
Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
Top End Force-2
Seat Width: 15 or 17 inches (38.1 to 43.1 cm)
Seat Depth: 14 inches (35.6 cm)
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Seat to Floor is 7 inches (17.8 cm) measured at the mid point of seat with 2" (5.1 cm) cushion
Back Style: Adjustable Back Angle 35° - 55°, rewards from 0° (0° = straight up)
Back Height Fixed/Adjustable Angle: 24 inches (Narrow, Tall) (61 cm)
Footrest: Adjustable Fore and Aft
Side - Wheel Clearance: 2 inches - * 2½ inches (5.1 - 6.4 cm)
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 9° - Standard (22.9 cm)
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Shiamo Tiagra Brake Set operated by Rapid Fire hands-on brake mounted on right or left pedal
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum
Crankset: Shimano Octolink 170 mm x 14” wide non-V crank
Hub: FRONT – Shimano w/ 27 Speed External Cassette
REAR - Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Silver
Shift Levers: Rapid fire hands-on shifter mounted on right or left handpedal for lower derailler
Manual derailer shifter for upper derailler/chainrings
Gears: 27 Speed
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Nylon
Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper, Seat and Back Cushions
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System,
Carbon Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 14 Part No 1171790
Top End Force G
Seat Width: 14 to 18 inches (35.6 to 45.7 cm)
Seat Depth: 14 inches (35.6 cm)
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Seat to Floor is 7 inches (17.8 cm) measured at the mid point of seat with 2" (5.1 cm) cushion
Back Style: Adjustable Back Angle 55° - 90°, rewards from 0° (0° = straight up)
Back Height Fixed/Adjustable Angle: 24 inches (Narrow, Tall) (61 cm)
Footrest: Adjustable Fore and Aft
Side - Wheel Clearance: 2 inches - * 2½ inches (5.1 - 6.4 cm)
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 9° - Standard (22.9 cm)
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Cane Creek operated by Rapid Fire hands-on brake mounted on right or left handpedal
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset
Crankset: Top End S or V Crankset, custom widths/lengths (see order form)
Hub: FRONT – Shimano/Top End Components w/ 27 Speed External Cassette
REAR - Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Black
Shift Levers: Rapid fire hands-on shifter mounted on right or left handpedal for lower derailler
Cable operated shifter for upper derailler/chainrings
Gears: 27 Speed
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Nylon
Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper, Seat, Back Cushion, Seat and Back Cushions
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System,
Carbon Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
Top End Force R
Seat Width: 13 to 18 inches (33 to 45.7 cm)
Seat Depth: 13 inches (33 cm)
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Seat to Floor is 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Back Style: Fixed with Adjustable strapping
Back Height Fixed/Adjustable Angle: 27 inches (Narrow, Tall) (68 cm)
Footrest: Adjustable Fore and Aft
Side - Wheel Clearance: 2 inches - * 2½ inches (5.1 - 6.4 cm)
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 3°, 0° or 6°
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Cane Creek operated by hands-on brake mounted on right or left handpedal
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset
Crankset: Top End V Crankset, custom widths/lengths (see order form)
Hub: FRONT – Shimano/Top End Components w/ 27 Speed External Cassette
REAR - Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Black
Shift Levers: SRAM Grip Shifter mounted on Right or Left handpedal for lower derailler or SRAM Fork Mounted Trigger Shifter
Cable operated shifter for upper derailler/chainrings
Gears: 27 Speed
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Mesh
Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper, Seat, Back Cushion, Head Cushion, Seat, Back Cushion and Head Cushion
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System,
Carbon Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Invacare®
Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 16 Part No 1171790
Top End Force K
Seat Width: Custom
Seat Depth: Custom
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Custom
Back Style: Custom
Back Height Fixed/Adjustable Angle: Custom
Footrest: Custom
Side - Wheel Clearance: Custom
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 3°, 0° or 6°
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Cane Creek operated by hands-on brake mounted on right or left handpedal
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset
Crankset: Top End V Crankset, custom widths/lengths (see order form)
Hub: FRONT – Shimano/Top End Components w/ 27 Speed External Cassette
REAR - Precision Black Anodized with Threaded Axles
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Black
Shift Levers: SRAM Grip Shifter mounted on Right or Left handpedal for lower derailler or SRAM Fork Mounted Trigger Shifter
Finger shift for upper chainring/no derailler
Gears: 27 Speed
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Nylon
Weight: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper, Seat and Back Cushions
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System,
Carbon Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Part No 1171790
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series
Top End Force X
Seat Width: 12 to 16 inches (30.5 to 40.6 cm)
Seat Depth: 14 inches (33 cm)
Seat-to-Floor (approx.): 3 inches (7.6 cm)
Back Style: Fixed with adjustable strapping
Back Height Fixed Custom angle range, 27 inches (Narrow, Tall) (68 cm)
Footrest: Adjustable Fore and Aft
Side - Wheel Clearance: 2 inches - * 2½ inches (5.1 - 6.4 cm)
Rear Axle: Threaded
Rear Wheel Camber: 3°, 0° or 6°
Wheels/Tires: 26-inch Spoke High Performance (66 cm)
Brakes: Pro Force
Handles: Ergonomic, Vertical, Ovalized Aluminum mounted on Top End V crankset, power plates included
Crankset: Top End V Crankset, custom widths/lengths (see order form)
Hub: Front SRAM components with 30 speed external cassette
Rear: Precision Black Anodized with threaded
Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Black
Shift Levers: SRAM XX 10 speed Right handle mount or SRAM Red 10 speed fork mounted
Cable operated shifter for upper derailler/chainrings
Gears: 30 speeds
Seat Cushion: Foam Insert
Upholstery: Mesh
Weight: 26 lbs (11.8 kg)
Shipping Weight: 65 lbs (29.5 kg)
Weight Limitation: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Standard Equipment: Seat, Back and Head Cushions, Chain Guard, Safety Flag, Drafting Bumper
Options: *see order form Computer, Safety Lights, Helmet, Bike Rack, Water Bottle and Cage, Alignment Gauge, Backpack Hydration System,
Carbon Fiber Wheels, Indoor Training Roller
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Top End® Force™Handcycle Series 18 Part No 1171790
2.7 Component Identification
Force/Force-2
Force G
Hand Crank Assembly
Back
Rear Wheel
Seat
Chain
Footrest
Hand Brake/Shifter
Handpedal
Parking Brake
Hand Crank Assembly
Back
Rear Wheel
Seat
Chain
Footrest
Hand Brake/Shifter
Parking Brake
Handpedal
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Force R
Force K
Hand Crank Assembly
Back
Rear Wheel
Seat
Chain
Footrest
Hand Brake/Shifter
Handpedal
Parking Brake
Hand Crank Assembly
Rear Wheel
Chain
Kneeling Platform
Rapid-Fire Hand Brake/Shifter
Handpedal
Parking Brake
available on request
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Force X
2.8 Tire Pressure Conversion
PSI rating is printed on the side of the tire.
Conversion formula: 1 psi = 6.895 kPa (approx. 7 kPa).
PSIKILOPASCALSPSIKILOPASCALS
50 345 90 621
55 379 95 655
60 414 100 690
65 448 105 724
70 483 110 758
75 517 115 793
80 552 120 827
85 586
Hand Crank Assembly
Back
Rear Wheel
Seat
Chain
Footrest
Hand Brake/Shifter
Handpedal
Parking Brake
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3 Safety
The safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.
3.1 General Guidelines
WARNING
DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and
any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with this product or optional
equipment. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical
personnel before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
A qualified technician MUST perform the initial set up of this wheelchair. also, a qualified technician must perform all procedures specifically
indicated in the manual.
ACCESSORIES WARNINGS
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by
other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
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NOTICE
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier for further
instruction.
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3.2 Proper Fit
The handcycle MUST be adjusted to fit the rider. Check the seat position, back angle, threaded axles, footrest fore/aft position, hand crank height for proper
fit and smooth operation of your handcycle.
Refer to adjustment procedures in Riding Position
on page 48 to achieve the following.
• The rider MUST be able to see over the hand crank.
• The rider MUST have a slight bend at the elbow when the handpedals are toward the front of the handcycle (farthest from the rider’s face).
• The rider MUST have a slight bend at the knee when feet are in the footrests. Feet should be flat against footrest hoop.
• Force Series requires an 18” turning radius. If leg touches tire during turn and the user cannot sense this, a leg guard attachment is recommended.
• The rider’s knees MUST not obstruct hand crank operation.
3.3 Operating Information
WARNING
HANDCYCLE USER
As a manufacturer of handcycles, Invacare endeavors to supply a handcycle to meet many needs of the end user. However, final selection
of a handcycle to be used by an individual rests solely with the user and his/her health care professional capable of making such a selection.
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 handcycle user and assistant with safety as the most important consideration for all.
TRANSPORT
Invacare recommends that a handcycle user is NOT transported in vehicles of any kind while in a handcycle. As of this date, the
Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a handcycle, in a moving
vehicle of any type.
SEAT POSITIONING STRAP
SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM THE PRODUCT.
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Invacare strongly recommends using the seat positioning strap as an additional safeguard for
the handcycle user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress
loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, the belt MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY
BRAKES
If the brake cable show signs of wear or if it has become tangled because of improper transportation techniques, the cable MUST be
replaced or the brake may fail. Should the primary brake fail, the parking brake can be used a backup emergency brake.
Before riding your handcycle, ALWAYS check the function of the brakes. Be sure that the brakes and all other features of your handcycle
are operating properly.
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WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
Care, consideration and practice MUST be taken and observed in the following safety points. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Safe use requires the close attention of the user as well as the assistant. This user manual points out the most common procedures and
techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the handcycle. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques
until you are comfortable in maneurvering the handcycle.
A helmet MUST ALWAYS be worn when operating the handcycle.
Shoes MUST ALWAYS be worn and feet MUST be secured to the footrests with the straps when operating the handcycle.
ALWAYS keep fingers and hands away from the chain while using the handcycle.
The Backrest MUST be adjusted properly. Otherwise, user’s elbows may contact rear wheels during use. Operate with caution.
DO NOT let children play near the handcrank or the chain. Otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
The user is responsible for normal upkeep and maintaining the handcycle in proper operating condition.
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 handcycle.
Care MUST be taken when operating on roads, streets or highways. ALWAYS use safety flag that is provided with the handcycle.
Operation of the handcycle is subject to all traffic rules and regulations. (This may include the use of a safety lights and reflectors for
dusk/night riding.) Give pedestrians the right of way.
Slow down when turning or cornering, otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Use proper hand signals when turning.
Slow down at all street intersections and observe to the right, to the left and back to right again before proceeding.
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with an ice or oil film. Avoid all surface hazards.
DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles or speed bumps. Doing so may cause your handcycle to "bottom out" and/or turn over
and cause bodily harm or damage to the handcycle.
DO NOT attempt to lift the handcycle by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of an
handcycle may result in injury to the user or damage to the handcycle.
DO NOT stand on the seat or frame of the handcycle.
DO NOT carry any riders.
DO NOT carry any items that may obstruct your view or prohibit you from operating the handcycle properly.
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WARNING - RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE
TIRE PRESSURE
DO NOT use your 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.
DO NOT ride on a flat or under inflated tires. Riding on flat or underinflated tires can cause injury, as well as, damage to the tire, tube and
handcycle wheels.
WEIGHT LIMITATION
The Invacare Force handcycles have a weight limitation of 250 lbs (113.4 kg).
STABILITY AND BALANCE
For stability and proper operation of your handcycle, you MUST at all times maintain proper balance. Turning and cornering affects the
stability and balance of the handcycle and user. Your handcycle should remain upright and stable during turns and cornering when operated
correctly.
Invacare recommends using seat positioning strap for additional safety.
A NOTE TO HANDCYCLE ASSISTANTS
When learning assistance techniques for the handcycle, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone.
When you are assisting with a transfer to/from the handcycle, remember to use good body mechanics. Keep your back straight and bend
your knees when lifting or positioning the handcycle for the end-user.
Also, be aware of detachable parts. These must NEVER be used for lifting supports or to move the handcycle, 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 handcycle, turning and cornering will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the
weight distribution of the handcycle. 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.
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