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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Stand-Up Wheelchair...
- Page 3 Where to find Permobil Permobil Europe BV is responsible for the servicing and sales carried out by its importers and local dealers throughout large parts of Europe. So contact us if you have any questions regarding servi- cing or sales in the area where you live.en. Permobil Europe BV De Doom 22 NL-6419 CX Heerlen...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
User’s Manual. Index Important information about this Owner’s manual ........6 Technical Support, Spare Parts, Accessories, Scrapping, Warranty ..7 Safety Instructions ................... 8 - 13 Introduction ....................14 Operating Instructions .................. 15 1. Positioning - Seated ....................15 Footplate/lower leg length adjustment ..............15 Chest strap height adjustment ................. - Page 6 User’s Manual. Important Information about this User’s Manual We congratulate you on your choice of this LifeStand Stand-Up Wheelchair. Our goal is for you to con- tinue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair. Before you begin using your wheelchair, it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions.
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Page 7: Technical Support
Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil. Scrapping Reuse If you no longer use your Permobil LifeStand product, please contact your authorized dealer or your health insurance. Permobil LifeStand products are in full frame suitable for reuse. The product preparation* can be performed by a dealer or a Permobil LifeStand Service Center near you (info@permobil.nl) . -
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before operating your LifeStand by Permobil Stand-Up wheelchair. Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the chair. In order to reduce these risks, you should read the User’s Manual carefully, in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts. - Page 9 User’s Manual. Safety Instructions Your wheelchair was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Consult your healthcare provider before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment. Some adjustments may reduce your wheelchair’s performance or safety or may not be appropriate for your needs.
- Page 10 Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products. Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your LifeStand by Permobil is set forth in the specification section of the supplied User´s Manual for this model. Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and damage to the wheelchair, as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair.
- Page 11 User’s Manual. Safety Instructions WARNING Operation - Turning Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheelchair tipping and per- sonal injury. The possibility of tipping can be increased by high turning speed, sharp turns, uneven surfaces, abrupt changes in direction, and driving from an area of low traction (e.g.
- Page 12 User’s Manual. Safety Instructions WARNING Passengers The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers, regardless of the age of the passenger. The Maximum User Weight stated in the Owner’s Manual for your seating includes the user and any per- sonal effects. The Maximum limit should not be exceeded. The wheelchair’s maneuverability and stability can be degraded as a result.
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Page 13: Safety Instructions
User’s Manual. Safety Instructions WARNING Transport The wheelchair must be transported in or with transport solutions that have been approved for this purpose. Check that the wheelchair is properly secured. A defectively fastened chair can cause serious injury to persons in the vehicle and serious damage to the vehicle. Use Prohibited in Motor Vehicles Permobil recommends that users NOT be transported in any kind of vehicle while in their wheelchair. -
Page 14: Introduction
2. Adjustments Adjustments made to a LifeStand stand-up wheelchair, as described in this document or otherwise, must be made by an authorized Permobil dealer. Under no circumstance should these adjustments be made by the end user or non-authorized personnel. -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
User’s Manual. Operating Instructions Positioning - Seated Footplate/lower leg length adjustment. For sitting comfort, and to be properly positioned to obtain a standing posture, the seat to foot- plate dimension must be set to the appropriate length. When doing so, it is important that the seat cushion that client will be using on a regular basis is used. -
Page 16: Seat Depth Adjustment
User’s Manual. Seat depth adjustment 1.3.1 Measuring. There are two components associated with a seating depth properly fitted to the client: Upper Leg Length - the clients measurment from the back of the back to the back of the knee (the ”D” dimension on page one of the order form). Seat Depth - the actual measurement of the chair from the front of the backpost for ward to where the plug inserts into the seat rail. -
Page 17: Center Of Gravity Adjustment
User’s Manual. 1.3.3 Center of Gravity adjustment WARNING! Increasing or decreasing the Seat Depth can relocate the center of mass of the person in rela- tion to the chair, and therefore the overall system’s Center of Gravity. The end result is that the chair may become more or less stable depending on if it has become shorter or longer. -
Page 18: Anti-Tip Tubes
User’s Manual. Anti-tip tubes Anti-tips The anti-tip tubes are mounted to the lower rear of wheels up the wheelchair frame. When used properly, they Detent button can prevent the wheelchair from tipping over back- ward. Use of the anti-tips are recommended at all times. -
Page 19: Backrest Angle Compensation System
User’s Manual. Backrest angle compensation system CAUTION! When moving from the seated position to the standing position, the chosen back angle may have undesirable results as the chair raises. For instance, it is possible that a more closed back angle that works fine in the seated position could tend to push one excessively forward when standing. -
Page 20: Backrest Height Adjustment
User’s Manual. Backrest height adjustment. NOTE: This applies only to backs with back extentions! Adjusted correctly, the backrest will be high enough to provide proper support in both the seated and standing position but not so high as to interfere with lateral movement and reaching of the upper body. -
Page 21: Standing Up
User’s Manual. 2. Standing Up Preparing to stand WARNING! Make certain the wheelchair is on a flat and level surface free of any obstacles or ground indentations. When preparing to stand, make certain the Wheel Locks are engaged! Failure to do so may cause the wheels to roll, thereby risking personal injury. - Page 22 User’s Manual. 2.2.2 Adjusting the chest strap tension Single buckle Double buckle After the correct height for the chest strap has been chosen, you must adjust the tension of the chest strap. The chest strap can be custom adjusted to each person. It needs to be snug enough to hold the torso in position when standing, but not so tight that it restricts breathing or over restrains upper body movement.
- Page 23 User’s Manual. 2.2.3 The Knee Block The knee block provides support for the lower body, applying pressure to the upper shin as the wheelchair mechanisms work in concert to raise the body to the stan- ding position. It is not possible to stand up without a properly positioned knee block To mount the knee block, follow the instructions below:...
- Page 24 User’s Manual. 2.2.4 Safety Locks There are two Safety Locks (right and left) which are located between the upper and the lower seat rails. They can prevent the involuntary actuation of the standing mechanism. It is important that these locks be engaged at all times except for when preparing to stand. The Safety Locks engage and disengage by sliding them rearward or forward along the Seat Rail –...
- Page 25 User’s Manual. • To return to the seated position, reach toward the front (what is actually the top) of the lever, grasp it, pull up and then back as it rotates. Continue until the chair once again achieves the fully seated position. NOTE: It may be necessary to reposition the hands one or more times, reaching to the front- •...
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Page 26: Transport
User’s Manual. Transport WARNING! Your wheelchair has neither been designed nor tested to be used as a seat in a moving vehicle. Do not sit in the chair in a moving vehicle, transfer to a regular car seat or a correctly fitted seat adapted for this purpose. -
Page 27: Maintenance
User’s Manual. Maintenance Cleaning Before initial use, you should clean the chair and remove any latent manufacturing or packing materials. Periodically, it is recommended it be cleaned on a regular basis per the following: CAUTION! Do not use rough or corrosive detergents or any high pressure cleaning devices. •... -
Page 29: Technical Specifications
User’s Manual. Technical Specifications Maximum occupant weight ................100 kg. Seat width ................36/38/40/42/44/46 cm. Seat depth ................40/42/44/46/48/50 cm. Frame ................Rigid, fold down backrest Seat ..........Depth adjustable, tension adjustable sling seat Material ............2017 Aluminum, Titanium, Carbon Fiber Backrest ............ - Page 32 Order no.: 205251-UK-0...