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Lifestand LSC User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Power Stand-Up Wheelchair...
  • Page 3 Where to find LifeStand Contact us if you have any questions regarding servicing or sales in the area where you live. For the United Kingdom For all other countries: Permobil UK LifeStand France SAS Oceanic 5 Rue Clément Ader Ground Floor...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    User’s Manual. Index Important Information ..................4 Safety Instructions ..................6 Introduction ....................14 Operating Instructions .................. 15 1. Adjusting and switching on ..............15 2. VR2 Control Panel ................20 3. R-Net control panel LCD color display ..........24 4.

  • Page 6: Important Information

    User’s Manual. Important Information about this User’s Manual We congratulate you on your choice of this Permobil LifeStand Stand-Up Wheelchair. Our goal is for you to continue 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.

  • Page 7: Technical Support

    User’s Manual. Technical support In the event of technical problems, you should contact Permobil. Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided. Spare part & accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil. Scrapping Contact Permobil France for information about scrapping agreements in force.

  • 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 User’s Manual for your seating includes the user and any personal effects. The Maximum limit should not be exceeded. The wheelchair’s maneuverability and stability can be degraded as a result.
  • Page 13 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 1. Adjusting your wheelchair The footrest Adjust the footrest so that the thigh is almost parallel to the base of the cushion It is more comfortable if the FRONT of the thigh is slightly raised. Do not raise it too far as it could cause excess pressure on the buttocks.
  • Page 16 User’s Manual. 1.2.2 Adjusting the ergonomic kneepad Each tibia support is made up of one middle stiff and adjustable frame (to be adapted to the patient’s calf) with one extra pressure relief cushion. 1.2.3 To lock and release To lock the system: put each tibia support in its own place, and swivel each one. The left side has to be placed first to bolt the right side in the hook.
  • Page 17 User’s Manual. 1.3: Armrests 1.3.1: Adjusting the armrest height. The backrest bar has holes for adjusting the height of the armrest. In standard position the top part of the backrest has three straps (20 cm/8”), while the bottom part has two (12 cm/4½“).
  • Page 18 User’s Manual. Adjusting the seat depth 1.4.1 Taking measurements With the user seated, measure the thigh length (from the lower back to the front of the knee). (Take care to maintain left/right symmetry). Move the seat to the hole indicated in the following table. Adjust the upper part first, then the lower part in the same way.
  • Page 19 User’s Manual. Checking the adjustments Once the chair has been adjusted, the user should move to the standing position with the knees fully extended (refer to § Preparation for moving into the standing position). The chair is properly adjusted if the line from the hips to ankles, passing through the knees, is perfectly straight.

  • Page 20: Vr2 Control Panel

    User’s Manual. 2. VR2 Control Panel General The VR2 Control Panel consists of a joystick, function buttons and indicator lights. VR2 control panel overview Function Button Indicator Light Joystick Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging the wheelchair. Do not connect any type of pro- gramming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device.
  • Page 21 User’s Manual. Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons. The number of function buttons depends on the wheelchairs configuration. On/Off Horn Button Speedbutton Speedbutton ”Decrease” ”Increase” Seat Function Buttons Power Switch, On/Off Button to power up and power down the wheelchair. This button must have been pressed for the chair to operate.
  • Page 22 User’s Manual. Battery Voltage Indicator The battery voltage indicator lets you know how much charge is left in your batteries(from left to right): Red+Yellow+Green = Fully charged Red+Yellow = Half charged = Charge the batteries The best way for you to use the indicator is to learn how it behaves as youdrive your wheelchair. Like the fuel gauge in a car, it is not completely accurate, but will help you avoid running out of ”fuel”.
  • Page 23 User’s Manual. Locking/Unlocking the Wheelchair The wheelchair can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. Locking: • Make sure the wheelchair is turned on. Press and hold the start up button for aprox. 1 sec. until a short ”beep”, release the button. •...

  • Page 24: R-Net Control Panel Lcd Color Display

    User’s Manual. 3. R-Net control panel LCD color display General The Control Panel consists of a joystick, function buttons and a display. At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket. Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel. Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel.
  • Page 25 User’s Manual. On/Off Button The On/Off button applies power to the control system electronics, wich in turn supply power to the wheelchair’s motors. WARNING Do not use the On/Off Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency. If you do, you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components.
  • Page 26 User’s Manual. Display The status of the control system is shown in the display. The control system is on when the display is backlit. Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R-net has common components, which will always appear, and components which will only appear under certain conditions.
  • Page 27 User’s Manual. In Focus When the control system contains more then one method of direct control, such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module, then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol. Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited;...
  • Page 28 User’s Manual. Display Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock, the display brightness, background color etc. Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously. Scroll through the menu by moving the joystick up or down. Exit the installation menu by first selecting “Exit”...
  • Page 29 User’s Manual. Distance measurement (Distance) Select “Distance” in the menu. Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting distance measurement. Then select “Total distance”, “Trip”, “Distance display” or “Reset” by moving the joystick up or down. Total distance (Total Distance): Shows the total distance traveled by the control system.
  • Page 30 User’s Manual. Maneuvering the seat 1. Press the “Mode” button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display - see illustration. 2. Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function. The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display.

  • Page 31: Handling

    User’s Manual. 4. Handling Disengage and engage the drive wheels. The wheels of your wheelchair can be used in electrically powered mode or they can be switched into manual mode in order to enable a third person to move the wheelchair without using the motor.

  • Page 32: Standing Position And Adjusting The Seat Back

    User’s Manual. 5. Standing position and adjusting the seat back The standing position 5.1.1 Preparation for moving to the standing position: Make sure that the chair is on a flat level surface. For obvious safety reasons you must on no account move into the standing position on a slope or if you are anywhere near a definite change of level (example: stairs, ramps, etc.).

  • Page 33: Batteries And Maintenance

    User’s Manual. 5.1.3: Driving in the standing position After or during a phase in the standing position, if your wheelchair is on the electrically powered mode, it is possible to activate ”drive-mode”: R-net Control System: Press the ”Mode” button to switch into ”drive-mode”. VR2 Control System: Press the activated ”seat function button”...
  • Page 34 User’s Manual. 6.1.2 Use and Charge of the Batteries The traction of your chair is assured by 4 batteries. The durability of the batteries depends on several factors: 1. The product quality: Use only original batteries that are conform to the technical specifications of the manufac turer.
  • Page 35 User’s Manual. 4. Complete charge A complete charge is long (between 10 and 12 hours), but efficient. An incomplete charge will also reduce the durability of your batteries by one charging cycle. The battery will not have enough time to store the energy correctly. It will not be able to reconstitute the missing energy.
  • Page 36 User’s Manual. 6.1.4 Autonomy of the wheelchair The autonomy of your wheelchair on flat ground is about 25 km at nominal operation. This autonomy is subject to the influence of various factors. In practice the road condition, inclina- tions, driving mode, use of lights, tire pressure, total transported weight, outside temperature, etc.
  • Page 37 User’s Manual. 6.3.3 Diagnosis Codes on display The primary objective of this chapter is to assist service personnel in finding the likely area of a detected trip within the whole wheelchair electrical system. It is important to realize that even though the control system is signalling a trip, it may not be the control system itself that is defective.
  • Page 38 User’s Manual. 6.3.4 Stand-up mechanism problem Should a problem arise regarding the stand-up mechanism i.e. if the chair is stuck in stand or semi-stand position : it is equipped for this eventuality with a safety system located under the rear bonnet to enable a return to the sitting position. The procedure is as follows: remove the rear plastic bonnet.

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    User’s Manual. Technical Specifications Chassis ........Rigid, made from treated steel and aluminium with epoxy resin paint Seat ....................Depth adjustable with cushion Back ......................Rest electrically adjustable Upholstery ................. Fire-resistant (M3), washable fabric Arm rests ..........Retractable, can be converted to adjustable chest supports Foot-rests ......................
  • Page 40 User’s Manual.
  • Page 44 Order no.: 205265-UK-0...

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