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- Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 1
Excelerator™ DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF THE HANDCYCLE. REFER TO THE INFORMATION ON PAGE 7 OF THIS MANUAL. USER: BEFORE USING THIS HANDCYCLE, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit: www - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 2
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 (800) 532-8677 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 3
handcycle ...12 Transferring into/out of the handcycle 13 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INSPECTION 15 Safety Inspection Checklist ...15 Maintenance ...16 Troubleshooting ...16 SECTION 3 - INITIAL SETUP 18 Initial Setup ...18 Riding the Handcycle ...20 SECTION 4 - OPERATION 20 Shifting Gears...21 Backing - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 4
Gloves ...40 Safety Flag Installation...41 Safety Helmet ...41 Lateral Support ...41 Using the Alignment Gauge ...42 Mountain Drive Option and industry news. 4. Invacare can contact you or your provider, if servicing is needed on your product. 5. It will enable Invacare to improve product designs - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 5
condition? ❏ Yes ❏ No If yes, please list any condition(s) here and we will send you information by email and/or mail about any available Invacare products that may help treat, care for or manage such condition(s 8. Would you like to receive updated information via email or regular mail about the - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 6
Fold here Cut Along Line Fold here Invacare Product Registration Form Please Seal with Tape Before Mailing - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 7
refers to an Invacare qualified technician or a Shimano® certified bicycle repair technician. SPECIAL NOTES 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 - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 8
TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS EXCELERATOR LI'L EXCELERATOR Seat Width: Seat Depth: Seat-to-Floor (approx.): Back Style: Back Height (Adjustable): Footrest: Side - Wheel Clearance: Rear Axle: Rear Wheel Camber: Wheels: Brakes: Hand Pedals: Hub: - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 9
GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES Section 1 - General Guidelines - includes the following: Proper Fit Operating Information Tire Pressure Weight Limitation Safety/Handling of the Handcycle Transferring Into/Out of the Handcycle PROPER FIT WARNING The handcycle MUST be adjusted to - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 10
/or turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the handcycle. DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare. Otherwise, the warranty is void. DO NOT attempt to lift the handcycle by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 11
on flat or underinflated tires can cause injury, as well as, damage to the tire, tube and handcycle. WEIGHT LIMITATION WARNING The Invacare Excelerator has a weight limitation of 350 lbs. The Invacare Li'l Excelerator has a weight limitation of 150 lbs. Part No. 1056188 11 Excelerator™Series - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 12
Use this information only as a "basic" guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to detachable parts. These must NEVER be used for lifting supports or to move the handcycle, as they may be - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 13
necessary, adjust the seat position of the handcycle to create more room to transfer. Refer to SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT in SECTION 5 of this manual. 6. Secure the object that you are transferring into or out of. Apply wheel locks (if installed) if the object is a wheelchair. NOTE: During - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 14
GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING Parking brake MUST be secured. STEP F: Place both legs onto handcycle footrests. STEP A: Shift body weight to the edge of the wheelchair upholstery closest to the handcycle. WARNING Wheel locks MUST be engaged if installed. Hand Crank ( - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 15
Troubleshooting Maintenance SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing Excelerator. NOTE: Invacare recommends that the Adjust according to manufacturer's instructions (included with handcycle) X - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 16
SAFETY INSPECTION SECTION 2 SAFETY INSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING SLUGGISH SQUEAKS LOOSENESS VEERS VEERS TURN WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching WHEELS AND QUICK-RELEASE AXLES in SECTION 6 of this manual. WARNING DO NOT use WD-40®, 3-in-1 oil - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 17
chain for slack and readjust. Refer to CHAIN ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 7 of this manual. 7. Regularly check for loose spokes in the front and rear wheels. If loose proper operation. Refer to TENSION SPRING INSTALLATION in SECTION 7 of this manual. 9. Check upholstery for sagging, rips or tears. Refer to - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 18
: Initial Setup INITIAL SETUP WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely injury or damage may occur. INITIAL SETUP (FIGURE 1) NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following procedure be performed by a qualified technician. - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 19
INITIAL SETUP INITIAL SETUP Hand Crank Assembly Back Seat Rear Wheel SECTION 3 Seven (7) Speed Shifter Brake Cable Chain Parking Brake Tension Spring Footrest FIGURE 1 - INITIAL SETUP Part No. 1056188 19 Excelerator™Series - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 20
Parking Brake Steering/Cornering WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is BEFORE operating the handcycle, review the GENERAL GUIDELINES in SECTION 1 of this manual. DO NOT operate the handcycle if the hand crank obstructs your view. - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 21
, adjust the seat. Refer to SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 5 of this manual. NOTE: Sliding seat should be adjusted so that when seated with feet in the Release the parking brake. Refer to PARKING BRAKE in this section of the manual. WARNING At least one (1) hand MUST be on the hand crank assembly - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 22
BACKING UP Use the rear wheels (i.e. like a manual wheelchair) to backup. When backing up, keep the front wheel straight. The weight of the hand crank may engage the reversing drum brakes while backing up. Lift the handles up to avoid this problem. BRAKING Use the brakes intermittently on your - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 23
Adjustable Backs Only) WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is , adjust the seat position. Refer to SLIDING SEAT ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 5 of this manual. 1. Loosen the socket screws on both footrests. 2. Slide the footplate up or down - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 24
RIDING POSITION SECTION 5 RIDING POSITION 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 - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 25
seat should be adjusted so that when seated with feet in the footrests, there is a 90° bend at the knee. 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. ADJUSTMENT 1. Activate - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 26
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (ADJUSTABLE BACKS ONLY) (FIGURE 4) 1. Remove the back upholstery from the handcycle. Refer to BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT in SECTION 7 of this manual. WARNING Push pin MUST protrude through hole in back cane. Ensure that both back cane inserts are at the same height BEFORE - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 27
and Tuning/Replacement of Spokes Tire Pressure Determining/Adjusting Toe In/Toe Out Replacing Camber Inserts WARNING 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 - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 28
/TUBE REPLACEMENT AND TUNING/ REPLACEMENT OF SPOKES NOTE: Invacare recommends that these procedures be performed by a qualified for the handcycle). Refer to USING THE ALIGNMENT GAUGE in SECTION 8 of this manual. 3. Determine the difference between the two (2) measurements. If the difference between - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 29
and front of the rear wheels at approximately 12inches from the ground/floor. Refer to DETERMINING TOE IN/TOE OUT in this procedure of the manual. Toe-in 5. Repeat STEPS 1-4 until the toe in/toe out measurement is less than 1/2-inch (0 ± 1/4-inch for maximum rollability). TOP VIEW OF WHEELCHAIR - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 30
Back Upholstery Replacement WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is FORK ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION (FIGURE 1) 1. Remove the fork assembly from the packaged container. 2. Install washer and ball bearing housing onto fork assembly. 3. Slide - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 31
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. It is recommended that you take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 32
PROCEDURES SECTION 7 SERVICE PROCEDURES SEVEN (7) SPEED HUB CHAIN INSTALLATION (FIGURE 3) WARNING Chain MUST be tight. If noisy, loosen. After chain is assembled, start in first gear and on - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 33
SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES SECTION 7 CHAIN ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 4) WARNING Chain MUST be is adjusted to the proper height. Refer to HAND CRANK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT in SECTION 5 of this manual. NOTE: Repositioning of the hand crank assembly loosens or tightens the chain in an UP/DOWN position - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 34
PROCEDURES SECTION 7 SERVICE PROCEDURES PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 5) WARNING Before using your handcycle, inspect the parking brake for proper operation. ADJUSTMENT Cable. 1. Loosen the hex nut and - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 35
SERVICE PROCEDURES SERVICE PROCEDURES SECTION 7 SEAT UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 6) WARNING Upholstery MUST be inspected BEFORE each use. Exposure to moisture (ie.- wet weather or puddles) will damage fastening - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 36
PROCEDURES SECTION 7 SERVICE PROCEDURES BACK UPHOLSTERY REPLACEMENT (FIGURE 7) WARNING Upholstery MUST be inspected BEFORE each use. Exposure to moisture (ie.- wet weather or puddles) will damage fastening straps/ - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 37
Positioning Strap Installation Hand Crank Handles Gloves Safety Flag Installation Safety Helmet Lateral Support Using the Alignment Gauge Mountain Drive Option WARNING After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 38
SECTION 8 OPTIONS TOW BAR INSTALLATION AND USE (FIGURE 2) NOTE: The tow bar will not work with wheelchairs with swingaway front riggings. Only rigid wheelchairs with tubular style footrest can be towed using the tow bar. 1. Remove the two (2) set screws on each tow bar mounting bracket. 2. Attach - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 39
OPTIONS OPTIONS SECTION 8 COMPUTER INSTALLATION (FIGURE 4) 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 - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 40
SECTION 8 OPTIONS HAND CRANK HANDLES (FIGURE 6) HORIZONTAL HANDLES/ DELRIN HANDLES 1. Secure handle to hand crank with the screw. 2. Remove the screw to remove handle from hand crank. DETAIL "A" - HORIZONTAL HANDLES/DELRIN HANDLES Horizontal Handle Hand Crank Screw OPTIONS VERTICAL HANDLES - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 41
SAFETY HELMET (FIGURE 9) 1. Secure helmet using the chin strap. 2. Ensure proper fit. Helmet FIGURE 9 - SAFETY HELMET LATERAL SUPPORT (FIGURE 10) 1. Position lateral support on frame as shown. 2. Secure with button screws. NOTE: Three (3) different brackets are included for different widths - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 42
GAUGE AND THE SIDES OF THE TIRES - The tires have a toe out condition. Proceed to DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in SECTION 6 of this manual. C. THE ALIGNMENT GAUGE DOES NOT FIT BETWEEN THE TIRES The tires have a toe in condition. Proceed to DETERMINING/ADJUSTING TOE IN/TOE OUT in SECTION - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 43
hand crank IN while the option is UNDER NO LOAD. MAINTENANCE The mountain drive option should be maintained by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer's instructions included with the handcycle. Part No. 1056188 43 Excelerator™Series - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 44
with the two (2) mounting bolts and locknuts. 9. Install the receiver onto the trailer hitch of the vehicle, according to the vehicle manufacturer's instructions. USING THE HANDCYCLE RACK 1. Position the handcycle on the rack with the front wheel in the wheel tray bracket. 2. Adjust the handcycle - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 45
OPTIONS OPTIONS Rear Wheel Bar Mounting Bolts and Locknuts SECTION 8 Receiver Small Mounting Bolts and Locknuts Screws Bracket Wheel Stop Wheel Stop Mounting Positions Large Mounting Bolts and Locknuts Wheel Tray Mounting Bolt and Locknut Rear Wheel Bar Bracket Mounting Bolts and Locknuts - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 46
OPTIONS SECTION 8 OPTIONS ADJUSTING THE HANDCYCLE RACK Wheel Tray Bracket. NOTE: To properly secure the handcycle, the wheel tray bracket should be adjusted to sit against the front wheel. 1. Remove the four (4) mounting bolts and locknuts securing the wheel tray bracket to the wheel tray. 2. - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 47
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 OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY - Invacare XCL | Owners Manual - Page 48
Top End 4501 63RD Circle North Pinellas Park, FL 33781 800-532-8677 Invacare and Top End are registered trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Excelerator and Yes, you can. are trademarks of Invacare Corporation. Shimano, Nexus, and Ultegra are registered trademarks of Shimano Inc. 3-in-1 and WD
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Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual
®
EXCELERATOR™ SERIES
Excelerator
™
Li'l Excelerator
™
DEALER:
THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE USER OF
THE HANDCYCLE.
REFER TO THE INFORMATION ON PAGE 7 OF THIS
MANUAL.
USER:
BEFORE USING THIS HANDCYCLE, READ THIS MANUAL
AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
For more information regarding
Invacare products, parts, and services,
please visit: www.invacare.co
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