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TrailRider Manual - SHUSWAP TRAILRIDER ADAPTIVE

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1. Remember that the wheel is located at the rear of the TrailRider and that the turning radius is large The rear Sherpa should communicate the location of the wheel and the direction that has to be moved in order to clear any rocks logs or debris in the path Downhill Use the brake to slow descent For information on operating and servicing the disc brake please refer to the manufacturers instructions and reference material The front Sherpa should raise the handles to maintain a balanced position for the person in the TrailRider Ifthe terrain is very steep secure your foot placement before continuing with descent Use a belay system if necessary Uphill Ifyou face a steep incline ensure that the rear Sherpa has the strength to push the weight of the TrailRider Watch your footing Use an additional person at the front on a tag line Tight Gaps Locate the widest portion of the trail Look at either side of the gap and decide the best placement for the wheel The rear Sherpa may have to lift the wheel to clear a tight spot A second person may be required for more power and security Always ensure foot placement before lifting and proceeding at a good pace Over Logs Rocks etc Begin by attempting to push the TrailRider over the obstacle If unsuccessful try creating momentum by having the front and back person push or pull the TrailRider so that there is more momentum when attempting to maneuver over
2. correct pressure is with a bicycle pump which has a built in pressure gauge The TrailRider uses the BB5 disc brake system from Avid Bikes The following diagrams are extracted from the brake manufacturer s product guide Additional details are available at www avidbike com ALIGN THE CALIPER A Use your fingers or a Tox wrench to tum the inboard pad adjustment knob clockwise until the rotor is centered inthe caliper This positions the pads for the next step in the installation 7 25 TORX Even Spacing To FE ae ped ayelg Turn adjustment knob until the rotor is centered in the caliper B Make sure the CPS bolts are loose enough for the caliper to move freely C Squeeze the brake lever to compress the brake pads firmly on the rotor in an alternating fashion TORQUE TG 8 10 Nim D While still holding the brake lever tighten the CPS bolts E 70 30 in 1b Once they are tight you can let go of the lever Fine Tuning BEFORE EACH RIDE Check cables for signs of wear or fraying Squeeze the brake lever firmly and check for proper brake function Adjust for pad wear if necessary Check pads for wear and replace if necessary Ensure rotors are free of foreign substances and oils CABLE SLACK ADJUSTMENT Use the barrel adjuster on the brake leverto remove any cable Slack fram the system Tum the adjuster out until there is no free play in the lever but not so far that
3. the obstacle f still unsuccessful have the rear Sherpa lift the TrailRider Use more than one person to lift if necessary Sherpa Tips Pay attention to the placement of the wheel The entire weight is supported by the wheel and should be watched closely while maneuvering through difficult situations The rear Sherpa requires more strength and height than the front Keep this in mind when assigning the positions The rear Sherpa is responsible for the steering braking and main balance of the TrailRider The rear Sherpa should always have the final word If they say they cannot do something it should not be attempted lt may be useful to have more than one person on either the front back or sides of the TrailRider to increase the ease and safety of maneuvering through tricky situations Belay systems and tag lines are helpful in various situations Eight millimeter dynamic rope and pear shaped carabineers work well for this purpose e Communication is vital for the comfort and safety of the entire team The whole team including the Rider should provide input throughout If the Rider is uncomfortable hiking techniques should be adjusted Ladder locks ADJUSTMENTS Transfer the child into the TrailRider and adjust the footrest to the required position see page 4 Secure the child as for an adult see page 7 using the chest belt lap belt and leg strap INSTALLING THE CHILD SEAT Place the seatback in the full upr
4. the torque arm on the caliper is advanced The torque arm should return completely when the brake lever is released If necessary repeat step 6 Mote New cables will stretch and require adjustment SPRING TENSION ADJUSTMENT If necessary spring tension can be adjusted by tuming the spring tension adjustment screw with a 2 5mm hex wrench Tuming the screw clockwise increases spring tension which equals harder lever pull PAD BREAK IN lt may take anywhere from 20 to 40 complete stops to break in Avid pads You may begin to notice an increase in braking power after the first ride Brake noise can occur not only during the break in period but off and on throughout the life of the brake pads Noise is dependent upon factors such as brake setup rider weight riding style braking style and riding conditions Le dust soil and contamination of friction surfaces CARE AND CLEANING Extreme care must be taken when cleaning both the bicycle and its new disc brakes Under normal use itis not necessary to clean the caliper rotor or pads If necessary use only water and dish detergent to wash the caliper and rotor being sure to thoroughly rinse all soap residue fram the rotor Dry with a clean paper towel PAD WEAR ADJUSTMENT 58 ADJUST THE PADS Over time you will need to compensate for brake pad wear Back the adjustment knob off counterclockwise until the You can do so with two very simple adjustments ro
5. tightly Ne F It is important to ensure that the levers are tightened securely so that the seatback and footrest do not move Less than half a turn of the tension adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clamping force and unsafe clamping force To Open _ There are two quick releases for the seatback and two for the oY geet footrest All four must be fully 2 engaged to safely secure the z IB Rider s seating position V _ NE SEATBACK LE ai i 4 The seatback has a 15 degree range of motion Find the position Le T e that the Rider finds most Ke comfortable Quick release lever When adjusting the seatback with a Rider in the TrailRider make sure amp reed the seatback is supported before BESS reece tee Oe unclamping the quick releases FOOTREST The footrest can be adjusted for Riders of differing heights Open the clamps and slide the footrest so that their feet are supported by the footrest bar Close the clamps When fully clamped the footrest can still pivot allowing the angle of the lower leg to be easily adjusted Move the armrests from their stored position by pressing the release button Swing them into position choose the correct height and lock with an audible click The armrest length adjusts by pressing the release button and sliding the armrest and handgrip to the desired position They will lock into position with an audible click H
6. EADREST Attach the headrest by looping the velcro tabs through the slots in the upper part of the seatback and overlapping them in back Two or more headrest cushions can be piggybacked before attaching to the seatback if needed for Rider comfort oS Attach the seatback J cushion by looping the oe velcro tabs through the openings in the seatback _ and overlapping them in LP back LT Be sure to check the tension of the five straps on the back of the seatback before transferring a Rider The individual straps can be adjusted to suit the Rider s comfort level SEAT CUSHION Line up the velcro strips on the So a ee D A seat cushion with the ones on the NGS N K metal seat Put the seat cushion in iy PR Ae ae 7 place as far back as it will go so NY that it touches the metal stop just A below the seatback a The TrailRider s seatbelts are critical to the safety and comfort of the Rider Changing terrain can cause the Riders position to shift if they are not properly secured This can cause discomfort and affect the stability and control of the TrailRider Keep the Rider securely but comfortably fastened using the three belts chest lap leg Adjust each belt prior to setting out then periodically check the tightness and positioning of the seatbelts during each hike Ladder locks LEG STRAP Thread the str
7. TrailRider 4 Black Diamond User Manual Kawak Access Equipment Inc 318 425 Carrall Street Vancouver BC V6B 6E3 604 688 6464 X 132 trailrider disabilityfoundation org As a teenager Sam Sullivan enjoyed hiking in the wilderness of British Columbia and promised himself that he would return to it regularly But at nineteen years of age he broke his neck in a skiing accident and became quadriplegic The wilderness seemed forever out of reach seven years later he discovered other people with disabilities who shared his interest and together they formed the British Columbia Mobility Opportunities Society At first they experimented with motorized vehicles creating several unique gas powered and electric prototypes Although these enabled members to access the wilderness they did not meet the environmental goals of minimum impact In 1995 Sam met with Paul Cermak a volunteer engineer with the Tetra Society an organization that makes customized assistive devices for people with disabilities and together they developed the concept of the TrailRider Although this vehicle cannot be operated independently it can access rugged terrain and foster a sense of team spirit That summer Sam Sullivan went camping overnight for the first time since his injury fulfilling the promise he had made to himself Since that time the TrailRider has undergone steady refinement Along with the development of other equipment such as specialized clothi
8. and gear The TrailRider is designed to be operated with a minimum of two trained Sherpas Consider the stability of the TrailRider and occupant at all times especially when encountering steep slopes and uneven ground Never leave an occupied TrailRider unattended KICKSTAND To begin hiking either roll or lift the TrailRider ee forward to transfer weight from the kickstand to the T wheel Swing the kickstand up and secure in the upward position with the self locking latch When stopping set the kickstand by placing the front handles on the ground and then releasing the kickstand my releasing the red latch with your foot Pull straight back with the rear handles while the front Sherpa pushes backwards On hard packed or paved surfaces it may S be necessary to anchor the kickstand with one foot while pulling back J Comfort And Convenience Dress appropriately for weather conditions Cycling gloves provide good protection for hands Carry adequate food and water for the length of your hike Do not exceed your ability or limitations when hiking be honest with yourself Carry appropriate tools to mend a flat tire a good quality hand pump patch kit and spare tube as well as the necessary tools to remove the wheel A can of self inflating tire sealant is a good alternative Tight Turns Always know where the wheel is positioned The front Sherpa will have to proceed forward as far as possible before attempting to turn
9. ap through the slots in the plastic footrest sling and thread them through the buckle Once the Rider s lower legs are positioned comfortably in the footrest attach the buckle and tighten the strap around the lower legs to minimize any unwanted movement CHEST BELT The chest belt is positioned around the hiker s lower rib cage with the buckle in front The velcro patch on the back of the strap attaches to the velcro on the seat back behind the seatback cushion Place additional cushions as required for the comfort of the Rider between the belt and the Rider s back Loop the side support straps between the seat frame tubing and the plastic seat back then thread through the ladder lock on the side of the chest belt Attach the buckle and adjust the chest belt until it is snug but not uncomfortable LAP BELT The lap belt is positioned under the Rider s legs on top of the seat cushion Loop the side support straps through one of the side slots on the seat pan and thread them through the ladder locks on the sides of the lap belt Attach the buckle and tighten the lap belt until the Rider s thighs are drawn together Ensure that the belt is not excessively tight Before setting out readjust the seatback angle armrests and footrest positions to suit hiker comfort Make sure the headrest and all cushions are positioned comfortably and are secure Make a final check on the seat belts to ensure that the Rider is securely p
10. eader Pads S Pad spreader clip in place Blue pad Right Kawak Access Equipment Inc 207 3077 Granville Street Vancouver BC V6H 3J9 604 688 6464 X132 trailrider disabilityfoundation org
11. ight position a Remove the seat cushion and slide the child seat between the seatback and the back cushion P ERA Loop the lower support straps around the slots on ie the front of the seat pan then through the ladder A locks at the bottom of the child seat A Ia Place the seat cushion in position and tighten the AT straps until the bottom edges of the child seat are level with the front of the seat cushion Straps can be loosened to allow the Rider to sit further back in the seat Loop the upper support straps around the seatback crossbar pass through the opening in the seatback and through the upper ladder locks Pull the velcro attaching the chest belt to the seatback and re attach to the child seat Tighten the straps until the fabric between the upper and lower ladder locks is taut Frame and Handles 9 10 17 12 13 14 sy 16 17 18 19 20 Fabric Components Not Shown Rear Handles Seatback Armrest Armrest Grip Frame Seat Pan Footrest Front Handle Left Front Handle Right Kickstand Disc Brake Guard Disc Brake Caliper not shown Chest Belt Lap Belt Support Strap x8 Leg Strap Seat Back Strap x5 Headrest Seatback Cushion Seat Cushion Child Seat Plastic Components 5 Cargo Compartment 6 Seatback Insert 7 Armrest Sling 8 Footrest Sling Note Plastic components are secured or equivalent to the frame with 5 length Miscella
12. neous Components 1 Hand Grip Grab On Road Bike Grips sS of 2 Quick Release Velcro One Wrap straps Use 3 Locking Pin equivalent for replacement 4 Wheel Assembly see page 13 Recommended Tools 1 2 wrench 3 4 wrench 3 16 Allen Key for 1 4 bolts 1 4 Allen Key for 5 16 bolts Y 5 16 Socket Head Cap Screw 5 16 Hexagon Head Nut 1 4 Socket Head Cap Screw 1 2 Hexagon Head Nut Axle Brake Rotor Cap Screws Brake Rotor Mount Wheel Spacer SAND A AWN Changing the tire Place the TrailRider on the kickstand Loosen the nuts on the axle Use one wrench on the nut inboard of the dropout to prevent the axle from turning while loosening the outboard nut with another wrench Loosen the outboard nuts on both sides of wheel Remove the wheel from the TrailRider and remove the bolts as indicated being careful not to lose the nuts on the opposite side Remove nuts and spacer from axle on opposite side of brake rotor and slide the wheel half off of the axle The Inner tube can then be removed and repaired To reassemble and replace the wheel reverse the above steps WARNING Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire s sidewall Exceeding the recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim which could cause damage to the TrailRider and injury to the hikers and bystanders The best and safest way to inflate a tire to the
13. ng and gear hiking and camping are becoming increasingly popular among people with significant physical disabilities This manual introduces the Black Diamond TrailRider its component parts and assembly instructions Kawak Access Equipment was created to share its experience with others and ensure that as many people with disabilities as possible can experience the joys of the wilderness We welcome your comments and feedback on the Black Diamond TrailRider Table of Contents INOGUCTION siapan ior EA a nent AEE 1 COMING STANCG 2 uns A E SNS 2 Securing the seatback ccceccceec cence ence cease eeaeeenes 3 Adjusting the seatback and footrest 4 Setting the armrests cc cece cece cece a EENE 5 Cushions and headrest ccccceecee ence eenee cease enaees 6 SEADE EE ANNEE ANR Net nt eine 7 Preparing to NIKE En None Res Na nn 8 G lling ronds ses ua dense 9 Hiking tips and techniques 10 lls ST ee ee 11 Component List 12 Wheel assembly ans nn entire dnues 13 Brake maintenance idee eue 14 Safety is paramount in the TrailRider s design development and manufacture This manual describes the adjustments and features that will make using the TrailRider comfortable and safe for Riders and Sherpas Reading the manual before using the TrailRider will make the TrailRider experience more enjoyable for everyone and minimize unc
14. omfortable and potentially hazardous situations The manual will also be a useful reference tool for new users and for equipment and component maintenance The Folded TrailRider The Black Diamond TrailRider folds down for storage or transportation The seatback and rear handles fold flat and the front handles are placed in the shortened stored position The front handles can be removed and stored separately for shipping Cushions are tucked away and the seatback is secured in the folded position by a bungee cord Take care when setting up and adjusting the TrailRider There are many possible finger traps around its many parts Lift the seatback by swinging the rear handles seatback into the upright position The seatback is secured on both sides with locking pins Ensure the pins are clean of debris and not damaged and insert them fully into the frame with an audible Click QUICK RELEASE MECHANISM The seatback and footrest are secured by quick release levers The To Tighten e amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut vil 0 To adjust the amount of tension open the clamping lever and turn D the tension adjusting nut clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen To Loosen o Hold the nut with one hand and turn the lever like a wing nut with Tnt the other hand Close the lever If it does not clamp securely PP dia tighten or loosen until the lever when closed holds
15. ositioned in the seat During a long hike the position of the seatback armrests footrest and seatbelts can be adjusted periodically to maintain a comfortable seating position FRONT HANDLES When transferring a Rider to or from the TrailRider the front handles should be in their retracted storage position to minimize the risk of tripping over them Extend the front handles to the hiking position one at a time Remove the locking pin and slide the end of the handle between the support plates until the stop block on the handle fits into the indent on the frame Replace the locking pin making sure it passes through both support plates Secure the snap ring Locking Pin one on each side IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS Some important safety considerations before setting out with the TrailRider are Visually inspect the TrailRider for damage or excessive wear including the tire brakes locking pins seat cushions and seatbelts Repair or replace as required Make sure all quick release mechanisms are tightened firmly Ensure the TrailRider rolls freely without excessive noise or vibration if you are uncertain of the TrailRider s performance it should not be used The TrailRider frame and seating may become uncomfortably hot or cold if the TrailRider is left in extreme conditions or direct sunlight for extended periods of time Do not exceed the TrailRider weight limit of 250 Ibs total including Rider
16. tor spins freely Now you can dial the pad in or out until vou find the brake action you prefer make sure of course 4 Unscrew counterclockwise the barrel adjuster on the that there s no drag on the rotor If you cant seem to get caliper the feel you like or the rotor is dragging repeat step 5 2 Tum the inboard pad adjustment knob clockwise Both of these adjustments move the brake pads closer to the rotor You do need to adjust both pads as they wear Try different settings until the brake feels just the way you like NOTE While you can perform a similar adjustment on the barrel of your brake lever we suggest that you adjust for pad wear at the caliper That way you leave the brake lever for on the fly adjustments the locknut after you adjust PAD REPLACEMENT BALL SEARING A pad should be replaced when its total thickness backing plate and fiction material is less than 3mm 1 REMOVE THE OLD PADS Back the inner adjustment knob all the way out counterclockwise Pull the pad spreader clip from between the pads then pull the pads out of the caliper one at atime 2 INSTALL THE NEW PADS AND SPREADER Insert the new pads one ata time into the caliper VERY IMPORTANT MAKE SURE YOU PLACE THE BLACK PAD ON THE INNER SIDE TOWARDS THE WHEEL AND THE BLUE PAD ON THE OUTSIDE AWAY FROM THE WHEEL ONCE THE PADS ARE IN THE CALIPER YOU CAN SLIDE THE SPREADER CLIP BACK INTO POSITION BETWEEN THE PADS 4 A ff Pad spr

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