Invacare Top End XLT Jr. Manual Do Utilizador
SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION
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Troubleshooting
Maintenance
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 handcycle, 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 Service Procedures on page 46.
VEERS
RIGHT
VEERS
LEFT
SLUGGISH
TURN OR
PERFORMANCE
WHEEL
FLUTTERS
SQUEAKS
AND
RATTLES
LOOSENESS IN
HANDCYCLE
SOLUTIONS
X
X
X
X
Check tires for
correct and
equal pressure.
correct and
equal pressure.
X
X
Check road
crown compen-
sator or XLT
Gold dampener
hardware and
adjustment
crown compen-
sator or XLT
Gold dampener
hardware and
adjustment
X
X
X
X
Check for loose
axle nuts.
axle nuts.
X
X
Check spokes
and nipples.
and nipples.
X
X
X
Check chain for
proper tension
and adjustment.
proper tension
and adjustment.
X
X
Check that
goose neck fit-
tings are secure.
goose neck fit-
tings are secure.