Rio Mobility Dragonfly Instructions for use

Dragonfly
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Handcycle
User Instruction and Maintenance Manua l
Part Number 25
Rev A, 12/11/2007
(PLEAS E PRINT OUT AT 100% SIZE – NO SCALING)

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Dealer: This manual must be given to the user of the handcycle.
User: Before using this handcycle, read this manual and save it for
future reference; it has installation and maintenance instructions along
with warranty information.
For more information regarding Rio Mobility products, parts, and
services, please contact Rio Mobility, a Daedalus Wings, Inc. company,
at www.riomobility.com.
You can also visit our retail store, conveniently located at 56 Tehama
Street in downtown San Francisco, CA 94105.
We would like to acknowledge the National Science Foundation for
their support of the development of the Dragonfly
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handcycle.
© 2007 Daedalus Wings, Inc.

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-Table of Contents-
1. Product Registration/Warranty Form ………………..5
2. Limited Warranty…………………………………….6
3. Introduction to Handcycling …………………………8
4. Dragonfly
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Guidelines……………………………...9
5. What Comes in the Box ……………………………14
6. Initial Installation Instructions ...……………………16
7. Routine Attachment and Removal………………….27
8. Safety Checklist and Maintenance Instructions…….29
9. Replacement Parts…………………………………..31
10. Troubleshooting Guide ……………………………..32
11. Contact Information………………………………...33

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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
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT [e-mail]
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT –
OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT INITIAL SETUP OF THIS
HANDCYCLE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN, SUCH AS A BICYCLE OR WHEELCHAIR
MECHANIC.

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-1. Product Registration/Warranty Form-
Please complete and mail or fax this form to: Rio M obility
56 Tehama Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
[phone] (f)
Name: _____________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________
City: _____________________________________________
State/Province: _____________________________________________
Zip/Postal Code: _____________________________________________
Email: _____________________________________________
Phone #: _____________________________________________
Rio Mobility M odel #: _____________________________________________
Serial #: _____________________________________________
Purchased from: _____________________________________________
Date of Purchase: _____________________________________________
This product was purchased for use by (circle one):
Self Parent Spouse Child Other: _______________________
Product was purchased for use at (circle one):
Home Facility Other: _______________________
I purchased this product because (circle one):
Price Features Other: _______________________
Who referred you to this product (circle one)?
Doctor Therapist Friend Relative No Referral Other: _______________
Advertisement: TV Radio Magazine Newspaper Internet: _______________
What additional features, if any, would you like on this product?
______________________________________________________________________________
Would you like to receive information via mail or email about other Rio M obility products?
Do you have any suggestions for the RioM obility.com website?
To find out more about Rio M obility products, please visit our website, www.riomobility.com, or
visit our showroom at 56 Tehama Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.

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-2. Limited Warranty-
All handcycle parts (excluding tires and tubes) are warrantied free of defects in material and
workmanship for 90 days from date of purchase. The handcycle structural frame is warrantied
free of defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from date of purchase.
This warranty is only available for the original owner or purchaser and is non-transferable.
Said warranty does not cover mechanical or structural failure due to improper assembly,
improper usage, or damage involving accidents of any kind. Warranty also does not cover
normal wear and tear. Also not included under this warranty is the loss of purchased product,
damage from exceeding the normal payloads of handcycle product, damage due to buyer/driver
mechanical negligence, or damage due to lack of preventative and routine maintenance.
Rio M obility is to do all warranty work if deemed necessary. One way shipping costs are the
sole responsibility of the buyer, return shipping costs will the responsibility of Rio Mobility. Rio
Mobility is not responsible for damages incurred to product during product return shipping. All
returns must be pre-approved and receive an official Return Authorization number from Rio
Mobility. In some special cases, if requested, the buyer can pay for the repainting of product.
This warranty will become invalid if:
-The frame number is removed or altered.
-The handcycle is used in any competitive event.
-The handcycle is used in stunt riding, jumping, or similar activity.
-The handcycle is ridden with more than one person at a time.
-The handcycle is used in a manner contrary to the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.
The warranty applies to U.S.A customers only.
Our product is to not be copied or modified under any circumstances.

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-WARNING-
The dragonfly is a recreational product. It is not a medical device nor is it intended as a primary
means of mobility. These handcycles are intended for outdoor recreational use on paths and
sidewalks. Required operating conditions are on flat, dry, paved surfaces during daylight hours.
The use of a flag or tall marker is highly suggested for maximum visibility. Do not operate
handcycles from dawn to dusk or in other low visibility conditions.
In most states, the use of wheelchairs on public roads is prohibited. Whether this is the case or
not, you should not operate your handcycle on roads, streets, or highways.
Your must have your anti-tip devices installed on your wheelchair to insure a safe ride.
Operating in or around a handcycle involves a certain level of risk and inherent danger of serious
bodily injury. These possible risks include, but are not limited to, permanent disability, neck and
head trauma, limb dismemberment and in extreme cases, even death.
Handcycle riders must ride these vehicles with the utmost care, caution, and safety in mind. It is
recommended that you inspect your chair and handcycle carefully before each ride.
Operate your handcycle with the same care and caution as you would any wheelchair or bicycle.
Follow all the instructions and recommendations indicated in your wheelchair users’ manual.
Rio M obility cannot be held responsible for any accidents that may occur from misuse.
Please refer to Operating Requirements for more details on safe use of the handcycle.

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-3. Introduction to Handcycling-
The Dragonfly
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will transform your wheelchair into a high performance machine, with the
potential to make you more mobile and physically fit. Just like many other exercises,
handcycling is an aerobic activity, so you should check with your physician before going for
your first ride or starting any handcycling on a regular basis.
If you’ve never ridden a handcycle before, you may feel soreness and fatigue in places you’ve
never felt it before. A little soreness is normal, but remember that overexertion can cause excess
soreness and potential injury, so be mindful of your limits. Be patient and reasonable with your
handcycling expectations; physical fitness takes time to achieve.
Most importantly, remember to have fun with your handcycle.
Enjoy the ride!

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-4. Dragonfly
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Guidelines-
Minimum Wheelchair Requirements
The Dragonfly
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is designed to accommodate most wheelchairs. There are specific
requirements that your chair must meet in order to safely attach and use the Dragonfly
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. Please
refer to the following table and associated pictures on the next page to determine if your
wheelchair meets the necessary specifications.
Chair
Configuration
Wheelchair must have pushrim wheels in the rear, castors in
front.
Wheelchair
Frame
The geometry of the tubes at the front of your wheelchair must be
similar to one of the 3 wheelchair frames shown in Figure 1
(page 10), specifically the regions where the clamps attach. If
your wheelchair is not similar, please contact Customer Service
at [e-mail].
Wheelchair
Frame Tube
Diameter
For our standard product your wheelchair frame tube size must
be 1 inch (25.4 mm) in diameter. To measure your tube
diameter, cut out the ruler on the bottom of the next page and
wrap it around your frame tubes at the 4 clamp locations for your
wheelchair frame shown in Figure 1 (page 10). Note where the
lines line up.
The tube should be straight (not curved) for the width of the
ruler.
For frame tube diameters of 1 ⅛inches (28.6 mm), 1.2 inches
(30.5 mm), and 1 ¼ inches (31.8 mm), order a set of 4 clamps for
the appropriate tube size.
Rear wheel
axle position
When seated in the wheelchair, your center of gravity must be far
enough forward of the rear axle so as to make “wheelies” or
tipping backward difficult – THIS IS VERY IM PORTANT. If
the chair is currently set up so that “wheelies” are very easy, it
will be very unstable and very unsafe when the handcycle is
attached, leading to possible serious injury to the head, neck, or
other parts of the body.
Anti-tips are also required.
Chair width Wheelchair seat width must be between 12” (305 mm) and 20”
(510 mm) wide.
Wheel Locks Wheelchair must have wheel locks installed.
Weight Combined wheelchair and user weight of less than 280 lb. (130
kg.); user weight no more than 250 lb. (115 kg.)

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Figure 1. Wheelchair Frame Configurations
RULER MUS T BE PRINTED AT 100% - NO S CALING, RULER IS 6” (152 mm) LONG
Frame
with Swing
-
Away Footrests
(balls facing inward)
F
rame with
No Horizontal Bottom
Tube
Available
(balls facing outward)
Frame with Horizontal Bottom Tube Available
(balls facing outward)
S
T
A
R
T
H
E
R
E
1”
1 ⅛”
1.2”
1 ¼”
CUT ALONG DASHED LINE,
WRAP AROUND CHAIR FRAM E
FRAM E MUST BE
STRAIGHT FOR
WIDTH OF RULER