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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CANEO_XL Thank you for purchasing a CANEO_XL wheelchair for heavy loads from DIETZ Reha Produkte. Please read these operating instructions carefully before first using the wheelchair. They contain important safety instructions and valuable tips on correctly using and caring for the wheelchair. If you have any ques- tions or require additional information, please contact the specialist re- tailer which supplied the wheelchair to you.
False sensations Severe disequilibrium Loss of limbs on both arms Joint contracture / joint damage on both arms Inability to sit Impaired or inadequate vision DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
01 INFORMATION SYMBOLS CAUTION Different symbols are used in this manual to give Warnings about potential you warnings about potential dangers and help- dangers with the risk of injury of ful advice for the daily use of your wheelchair. the user or accompanying person. NOTE ATTENTION Valuable tips and tricks to help...
1 set of cardboard box and packaging 1 pre-assembled wheelchair 1 padded back upholstery 1 pair of leg supports, footboard and heel strap 1 user’s manual Accessories (if selected) DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION PREPARING THE WHEELCHAIR FOR USE The CANEO_XL is pre-assembled and very easy to set up. To get started you simply have to unfold the wheelchair and click the leg rests into place. In this folowing chapter you can find some information about how to set up and use your wheelchair.
Then press the crossbar apart with both your hands. Make sure that the crossbar engages properly in its sideframe brackets. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION 3.2 Back upholstery Pull the backupholstery lid to the rear undersi- de of the seat and secure it with the Velcro strap; the gap between the backrest and the seat surface is now closed. 3.3 Leg rests Hook the leg supports in and swivel them for- wards.
Finally slide the footboard on one of the two plates and fold it down until it rests securely on the other foot plate and attach the heel strap. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION 3.5 Removing and connecting the rear wheels In some situations it is helpful to remove the rear wheels. Press the button on the quick-release axle and hold the hub with four fingers. Then pull the rear wheel out of the axle mounting. To connect the rear wheels, press the quick-re- lease axle button with your thumb again.
Velcro straps to secure it there. Carry the procedure out in the opposite se- quence to increase the seat depth. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
Then tighten the adjustment screw securely again. ATTENTION Take note that the CANEO_XL is an oversized wheelchair. Depending on the model and it‘s seatwidth (56/60 cm) the wheelchair may not fits through every door.
NOTE To stop the wheelchair from rolling or sliding away while getting seated, it is helpful to place both rear wheels against a wall. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
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04 DRIVE MODE Getting into your wheelchair 1. Take off the leg rests (see chapter 4.4). 2. If possible, place the wheelchair’s rear wheels against a wall to avoid any roll-off. 3. Apply both locking brakes. 4. Place yourself in front of the wheelchair. Then carefully move back- wards until your legs touch the seat.
Fold the foot plates up to make entering and exiting easier. The foot plates must be folded up to save spa- ce when folding the wheelchair together. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
04 DRIVE MODE 4.4 Swivelling away and detaching the leg rests To remove the leg rests, first fold the foot pla- tes up. Now pull the locking lever (orange) and swivel the leg support outwards. The leg support can now be detached upwards. Carry the procedure out in the opposite se- quence during assembly.
Risk of trapping between the tyre and side panel / armrest! DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
04 DRIVE MODE 4.6 Locking brake The locking brake enables the user to park the wheelchair securely. Actuate the locking brake (tyre brake) when stationary. To do this, push the lever forwards until it stops independently. The wheelchair is now standing securely; you can now transfer or simply park.
The locking brake is hard to manoeuvre. then available as a parking brake. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
04 DRIVE MODE 4.8 Anti-tip wheels (optional) The optional anti-tip wheels prevent the wheelchair from tipping backwards. They can also be used to help tilt the chair by an accom- panying person. The height of the wheels can be adjusted. To do this, pull the silver-coloured disks towards you and slide the tube upwards or downwards along the bracket.
26. NOTE The CANEO_XL is tested accor- ding to ISO 7176-19 and can be used as a seat in a passenger car. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
04 DRIVE MODE 4.11 Safety belt (optional) An optional safety belt can be installed. This secures and stabilises the person seated in the wheelchair. Tipping forwards out of the wheel- chair is prevented. The safety belt is secured to the backrest tube at the rear right and left.
If you have sufficient experience, however, you may also carry this work out yourself. Incorrectly adjusted brakes may have life-threatening consequences. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
05 ADJUSTMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL SETTINGS 5.2 Drum brake (optional) The braking power of the drum brakes can be ad- justed by adjustment screws. The braking force is increased by unscrewing the adjustment screw. CAUTION Ensure even adjustment on both sides of the wheelchair. 5.3 Backrest You can adjust your backrest surface according to your requirements.
CAUTION A change in the height of the seat necessitates readjustment of the brakes (see chapter 5.1). DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
05 ADJUSTMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL SETTINGS 5.6 Extending the wheelbase Moving the rear wheels backwards increases the distance between wheels and therefore also the stability of the wheelchair. Moving the rear wheels forwards will increase the manoeuvrability of your wheelchair but make the chair less stable.
Total width from outer edges of the seat tubes left to right Back height: Total height from seat upholstery to upper edge of back upholstery DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
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06 TECHNICAL DATA NOTE All dimensions taken on textile parts (e.g. back upholstery) are to be understood with a toleran- ce of +/–1 cm. Lower leg length Front seat height Rear seat height Front seat height: Total height from ground to front upper edge of the seat tube Rear seat height: Total height from ground to rear upper edge of the seat tube Lower leg length:...
Product tested/approved according to DIN EN 12183:2014. Meets the requirement for static,impact and fatigue strength based on ISO 7176-8. Weight of the testdummy = 200 kg DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
06 TECHNICAL DATA MAINTENANCE LOG C = checked E = exchanged R = repaired When What Drum brake Locking brake lever Attendant brake lever Push handles Side panel, complete Seat upholstery Backrest upholstery Rear wheels Front wheels Tyre infl ation pressure Tyre casing Push rims Frame...
The wheelchair must not be misused to Never stand on the foot plates when transport multiple persons or loads. Use entering or exiting. it only for the intended purpose. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
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You will then be seen more easily by other road users. Do not use high-pressure cleaners or strong, corrosive chemicals for cleaning purposes. NOTE The CANEO_XL wheelchair is tested according to ISO 7176-19 and can be used as a seat in a passenger car.
LABELS / SERIAL NUMBER Stickers must remain legible and not be removed. Imme- diately replace illegible or missing stickers. The serial CANEO_XL number sticker is very important for identifying the pro- duct, it is placed on the the product label, which is pla-...
In intended purpose and this case we recom- read all instructions mend to replace these first. parts. DIETZ GmbH / Operating instructions / Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL / Version 2.0.0 EN...
LIABILITY Dietz GmbH only bears liability if the products are used under the specified conditions and for the specified purposes. We recommend that the products be handled appropriately and cared for according to the instructions. Dietz GmbH accepts no liability for damage caused by components and replace- ment parts which have not been approved by Dietz GmbH.
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