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CANEO Serie - manual wheelchairs User manual Version 1.0.0...
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Item No. / REF: Serial number (21): Date of manufacture: Other information/notes: *The identification data on your product label may differ on custom-made devices. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
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USER MANUAL FOR CANEO SERIES Thank you for purchasing a CANEO wheelchair from DIETZ Reha Produkte. Read these operating instructions carefully before starting to use your new wheelchair. They contain important safety instructions and valuable tips on correctly using and caring for the wheelchair.
The intended purpose may differ for products which were manufactured as custom-made device and which have been labelled as such. In this case, please refer to the documentation supplied with the product. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
01 IMPORTANT INFORMATION INDICATION This wheelchair provides assistance for persons who are unable to walk or who have a severe walking impediment due to Paralysis Loss of limbs Limb defect / deformation Joint contracture/joint damage (not on both arms) Other diseases. CONTRAINDICATIONS Use of the wheelchair is unsuitable in the case of False sensations...
ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) Wheelchair accessories available from the manufacturer: Amputee support(s) Anti-tipping supports Safety belt Brake lever extension Height-adjustable side panel Therapy tray Angle-adjustable leg rests DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION STRUCTURE OF THE CANEO_S Basic components Lightweight folding wheel- Corrosion resistant aluminium frame chair, comprehensive Tipping stability 10° standards Backrest angle 3°, Seat plane angle 3° Adjustable backrest Velcro Armrests adjustable in desk and long version, height adjustable Side panels can be swivelled back The armrests can be adjusted in 15 mm steps from 420 mm to 510 mm Leg rests can be swiveled to the side / removeable...
Rear wheel PU 24“, incl. quick-release axle, front wheel PU 7“ Push handle Backrest Armrest Swivel side panel Brake Push rims Quick-release axle Leg rest Curb climber Heel strap Foot plate Fig.2 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
STRUCTURE OF THE CANEO_L Basic components Wheelchair for tall people Corrosion resistant aluminium frame over 1.80 m tall Tipping stability 10° Backrest angle 3°, Seat plane angle 3° Adjustable backrest Velcro Armrests adjustable in desk and long version, height adjustable Side panels can be swivelled back The armrests can be adjusted in 15 mm steps from 420 mm to 510 mm Leg rests can be swiveled to the side / removeable...
Rear wheel PU 24“, incl. quick-release axle, front wheel PU 7“ Push handle Backrest Armrest Swivel side panel Brake Push rims Quick-release axle Leg rest Curb climber Heel strap Foot plate Fig.4 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
STRUCTURE OF THE CANEO_XL Basic components Folding wheelchair, reinforced design for user weight 170-200 kg Tipping stability 10° Backrest angle 3°, Seat plane angle 3° Adjustable backrest Velcro Rearward swivelling reinforced side panels Armrests adjustable in desk and long version The armrests can be adjusted in 15 mm steps from 420 mm to 510 mm Leg rests can be swiveled to the side / removeable Height-adjustable foot plates, with separate aluminium foot plate &...
When folding and unfolding your wheelchair, pay attention to your fingers and only grip the parts as seen in the illustrations. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
03 SETTING UP THE WHEELCHAIR 3.1 Folding/unfolding the wheelchair Press the left and right seat tube down simul- taneously with flat hands. The wheelchair will now unfold itself. (Fig. 6). When the wheelchair is completely unfolded, please check whether both seat tubes are cor- rectly located in the slots provided.
(2, Fig. 9). You must hear and feel the leg rest engage. 3. Check that the leg rest is securely locked in place. Fig.9 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
03 SETTING UP THE WHEELCHAIR 3.4 Foot plates CANEO_S_E_L_B The foot plates are each equipped with a heel strap and are folded down after the leg sup- ports have been attached. (Fig. 10). Fig.10 CANEO_XL The CANEO_XL is delivered with foot plates, its foot board and a calf strap.
Velcro straps to secure it there. (Fig. 15). Fig.14 Carry the procedure out in the opposite se- quence to increase the seat depth. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
03 SETTING UP THE WHEELCHAIR 3.8 Removing and attaching rear wheels In some situations it is helpful to remove the rear wheels. (Fig. 16). 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.
Place the wheelchair backwards against a sta- ble wall (Fig. 17). This ensures that the wheel- chair will not roll away on smooth surfaces. Fig.17 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
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04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR 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 solid wall. 3. Apply both parking brakes. 4. Stand as close as possible to the wheelchair. Turn around, then carefully move backwards until your legs touch the edge of the seat.
Fold the foot plates up to make entering and exiting easier. (Fig. 19). The foot plates must be folded up to save space when folding the wheelchair together. Fig.19 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR 4.4 Swivelling away and detaching the leg rests To remove the leg rests, first fold the foot plates up. (see 4.3) 1. Actuate the locking mechanism in red/or- ange (1, Fig.20) and swing the leg rest out- wards.
To turn the wheelchair on the spot: Push one During hard braking manoeuvres the push rims wheel forwards and the other wheel back- can become quite hot. wards at the same time. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR 4.7 Driving on gradients and uneven ground Potholes and uneven ground can cause the wheelchair to tip over when driving over ramps, slopes, gradients and kerbs. Lean your body forwards when driving up- wards over a step or slope. (1 & 2, Fig. 23) 10˚...
To do this, pull Fig.25 up the lever and subsequently pull up the small locking lever. (Fig. 26). DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR The locking lever will then engage automati- cally. To release the brake simply pull the brake lever upwards and the locking lever will re- lease automatically. The accompanying person can use the option- al drum brake as a service and parking brake. This is particularly advantageous when moving on slopes.
Activate the locking brakes when transporting the wheelchair with rear wheels. NOTE To set up the wheelchair, follow the operating instructions in chapter »03 Setting up the wheel- chair«. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR Wheelchair as a car seat Wheelchairs are not designed for use as passenger seats in vehicles and do not provide the same level of safety as regular vehicle passenger seats, regardless of how well they are fastened and secured inside the vehicle.
(www. amf-bruns-behindertenfahrzeuge.de) when securing the restraint system with a power node system. The restraint system must be fit- ted by qualified and expert personnel. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
04 USING THE WHEELCHAIR Wheelchair occupant restraint system The wheelchair restraint system must be se- WARNING cured first. Once secure, the wheelchair occu- The geometry of the attachment points (or of pant must be secured with a corresponding the fastening system) must be adjusted with ISO 10542 compliant restraint system.
This particularly applies to adjusting the brakes and for settings that affect the stability of the wheelchair. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.1 Parking brake Only to be performed by specialist staff: The distance between the brake pin and tyre casing must be 12 – 14 mm at the narrowest point when the brake is fully open.(1, Fig. 32). Tools: Allen key size 5 mm and open-end wrench AF 10.
Finally, fold the padded cushion over the backrest surface again. Fig.34 (Fig. 34) DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.4 Armrest height The height of the armrests on the CANEO_S_L can be adjusted without tools for comfortable and fatigue-free sitting. (240/260/280 mm) To do this, release the threaded connection (1, Fig.35) one quarter of a turn and pull the lock- ing mechanism backwards.
3. Mount the rear wheel adapter plate to the down. (see Fig. 39 - 41 as well as seat height appropriate height. (Frame hole 1-5) table) DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
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05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS Seat height CANEO_S/_E CANEO_L CANEO_B CANEO_XL Castor up 420 mm wheel fork top hole castor bushing l/r swap,to top adapter plate hole 4 & 5 440 mm wheel fork top hole adapter plate hole 2 & 3 450 mm wheel fork lower hole...
After setting the seat angle, check that the cas- tor bushing is at right angles to the ground. For precise adjustment, we recommend using a 90° 90° try square. Fig.43 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.8 Wheelbase extension CANEO S_E_L_B Only to be performed by specialist staff: 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.
The seat belt is secured to the backrest tube on the left and right. Subsequent installation should be carried out in a specialist workshop. (Fig. 47 - 49) Fig.47 Fig.48 Fig.49 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.12 Amputee support (optional) 1. Remove the leg rest (chapter 4.4). 2. Grasp the amputation support by the cush- ion and insert it from above into the frame tube (1, Fig. 50). Adjust the angle and height: 1.
3. Make sure that the brake pad is at the cor- rect distance from the tyre surface (Chapter 5.1) and that the braking effect is even and sufficient on both sides. Fig.51 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
5.14 Angle-adjustable leg rest (optional) To insert the leg rests, proceed as described in chapter 3.3. Fig. 52: To swivel the leg rests away, press the push button (1) or pull the locking lever (2) forwards. Adjusting the leg rest length: 1.
The therapy tray is mounted using a set of rails. For further information, see the assembly instructions delivered along with the therapy tray. (Fig. 54) Fig.54 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
05 INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENTS 5.16 Accessories and add-ons from external suppliers In general only original accessories from DIETZ may be used. If third-par- ty products are installed on the wheelchair, responsibility for the safety of the product passes to the person who installs the accessories or car- ries out the installation.
NOTE All dimensions taken on textile parts (e.g. back upholstery) are to be understood with a toler- ance of +/– 10 mm. Fig.55 Fig.56 DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
06 TECHNICAL DATA CANEO_S CANEO_E CANEO_L Technical specifications Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. k Total length with leg rests 1070 1120 1070 1120 1130 1200 Total length without leg rests b Total width Total height 1005 Length folded Width when folded Height folded 1005 Total mass...
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The static stability indicates the wheelchair’s tipping resistance on slopes and gradients. Maximum user weight including any load. CANEO_B 130kg up to SB 45 | 140 kg from SB 48 (Double cross brace) DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
EN 1021-2 upholstery materials and plastic components ISO 10993-5 tested for toxicity in the material DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
07 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION & DRIVING RESTRICTIONS When using the wheelchair, always ob- Anti-tip supports must be used for serve the following safety information to wheelchair configurations that are prone prevent falls, hazardous situations and to tipping even on gradients/inclines of damage to the wheelchair: less that 10°.
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Protect the wheelchair and its materials against direct sunlight, excessively cold or warm temperatures and excessively high or low humidity if the wheelchair is stored for longer periods. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
08 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE SERVICING/MAINTENANCE We recommend performing the inspections listed in the maintenance schedule at regular intervals to ensure that the wheelchair is always safe to use. Defective or neglected care and maintenance of the wheelchair limits liability. The maintenance schedule does not give any information concerning the amount of work actually required on the wheelchair.
• The wheels must be replaced if damaged. Tyres (PU) Check for correct • Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced. function and damage DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
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08 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE Monthly What Description Daily / before using • Check the tyre pressure • Pump the tyres up to the required pressure (see information printed on the side of the tyre). Pneumatic tyres (optional) • Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced. Check for correct function and damage In case of air loss, the wheelchair can no longer be...
Visit an authorised • The brakes are set incorrectly. specialist dealer Visit an authorised Squeaking and grinding noises • Various causes specialist dealer DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
08 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE CLEANING The wheelchair’s frame parts can be wiped down with a damp cloth. A mild cleaning agent can be used in the case of more severe soiling. wheels cleaned using damp brush with soft plastic bristles (do not use a wire brush!).
If this is not possible. please take the wheelchair to your local recycling facility. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
08 INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE PRODUCT LABELLING Stickers must remain legible and not be re- moved. Immediately replace illegible or miss- CANEO_S/E/B/XL xx˚ xxx kg ing stickers. The serial number sticker is very *200059* important for identifying the product, it is xxxxxx placed on the product label, which is placed xxxx-xx...
DIETZ GmbH. Repairs must only be carried out by authorised specialist retailers or by the manufac- turer itself. DIETZ GmbH / User manual for the CANEO Series manual wheelchairs foldable / Version 1.0.0 EN...
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