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Please read these User Instructions carefully before operating your
wheelchair! Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury and/or damage to the wheelchair! This is a type-approved
medical device. Alterations to the construction or electronics will void the
warranty and the product liability.
In case of difficulty please contact:
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LEVO AG
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CH-5610 Wohlen
Tel:+41 (0)56 618 44 11
Fax:+41 (0)56 618 44 10
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  • Page 1 User Manual LEVO LCM2 Please read these User Instructions carefully before operating your wheelchair! Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the wheelchair! This is a type-approved medical device. Alterations to the construction or electronics will void the warranty and the product liability.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content 1. General Information for Stand-up Wheelchairs ........5 2. User Profile - LEVO LCM2 ..............6 3. EC Declaration of Conformity ..............8 3.1. Identification Number ..............9 3.2. Warranty ..................9 4. Introduction ..................10 5. Safety instructions ................11 5.1.
  • Page 3 7.2.6. Light Kit .................. 23 7.2.7. Horn ..................23 7.2.8. Locking/ unlocking the wheelchair ..........24 8. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) ............25 9. Driving the wheelchair ............... 27 9.1. Driving in general ................ 27 9.2. Obstacles ................... 27 9.3. Unlocking the drive brakes ............28 9.4.
  • Page 4 MPORTANT Contact your dealer, distributor or LEVO AG if you have a visual impairment.

  • Page 5: General Information For Stand-Up Wheelchairs

    We would like to thank you for putting your trust in LEVO AG. As well as performing all the functions of a sitting wheelchair, the LEVO enables you to stand up on your own. LEVO manufactures only wheelchairs with stand-up option.

  • Page 6: User Profile - Levo Lcm2

    You are moving a lot and appreciate and need a compact manoeuvrable electric driven wheelchair with integrated electric stand-up function, which you optimal support in any situation at work or in your leisure time. The LEVO LCM2 is the ideal partner for people up to a maximum weight of 125kg.
  • Page 7 Please note this sign generally attentive, because it concerns safety instructions or warnings to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.

  • Page 8: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    This Declaration of Conformity includes all accessories and options of the LEVO LCM2 and is according to Annex IV of Regulation (EU) 745/2017. The LEVO LCM2 is certified according to EN 12184:2014 by TüV-Sud and is confirmed as crash tested under ISO 7176-19:2008 for use as a seat in motor vehicles.

  • Page 9: Identification Number

     Batteries are excluded from the warranty. LEVO AG will not repair or replace free of charge any part or parts found to be defective due to abuse, misuse or lack of maintenance. The customer has no claim on warranty, if there has been any design modifications (mechanic or electronic) been made on the wheelchair without the approval from LEVO AG.

  • Page 10: Introduction

    As such it belongs to the wheelchair category B. The LEVO LCM2 makes it possible to stand-up and to drive in a standing, as well as in a sitting, position. This function provides great independence to the user.

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Before using the LEVO LCM2, have your LEVO dealer explain the instructions to you. It also helps if you have a friend to listen as well. Study the instruction manual yourself or if you cannot understand it, get a friend to help you to do so.

  • Page 12: Operation

    -LEVO does not recommend driving the LEVO LCM2 on uneven, soft or steeply sloping ground. -Using the LEVO LCM2 outdoors, purchase the light kit and switch on the lights at dawn and dusk and in poor light. dark of course.

  • Page 13: Stand-Up Function

    Do not stand-up while the chair is in “free wheel” configuration! You should only bring the LEVO LCM2 into standing position if the chair is on even, solid ground. If this condition is not respected, there is a danger of tipping over.

  • Page 14: Servicing And Maintenance

    All changes and interventions have to be made by an authorized dealer, if you’re unsecure about any issue, please ask your dealer first. The expected life of your LEVO LCM2 is approximately 7 years under normal use and depending on the frequency of service and maintenance. Excluded from this life are the electronic components (especially batteries) and parts such as wheels, seat, back, knee and arm pads.

  • Page 15: Preparing The Wheelchair For Use And Operation

    Preparing the wheelchair for use and operation 6.1. Dispatch and transport For delivery LEVO wheelchairs are packed in a cardboard box. The back is detached and carefully packed. Particularly delicate parts have extra protection to avoid any damage that could be caused by transportation. All wheelchairs are transported by lorry or air freight.

  • Page 16: Delivery

    6.4. Storage The ideal condition to store the LEVO LCM2 is at a temperature between – 40° and + 60° Celsius (between -30° and +140° Fahrenheit). The humidity should not be above 90%. Please observe these conditions to prolong the lifetime of your wheelchair.

  • Page 17: Control Unit

    Control unit 7.1. VR2-control On the control unit you find a joystick, buttons and symbols. We take a closer look at these in the following sections. 7.1.1. On-/ Off-button With the On-/ Off-button the chair can be turned on or switched off. Don’t use this button to stop the wheelchair, unless...

  • Page 18: Joystick

    7.1.3. Joystick The joystick controls the direction and speed of the wheelchair. To drive forwards push the joystick Joystick forwards. The further you push it from centre faster wheelchair will move. Let go of the joystick and the wheelchair will stop and the brakes come on.

  • Page 19: Change Of The Seat Position

    7.1.5. Change of the seat position Standard chair without light kit: By pressing the left actuator-button, activate stand-up function. If you move the joystick forward, the chair will raise upwards, if you move the joystick backwards, the chair will move downwards. Actuator- Buttons Chair with light kit:...

  • Page 20: Light Kit

    7.1.6. Light kit If you chose the optional light kit for Warning- your chair, the keypad looks as Light- lights- shown on the left. button button To activate the lights, press the light- button to switch on the two front and two rear lights on your chair.

  • Page 21: R-Net Control (Option)

    7.2. R-net control (option) On the control unit you find a joystick, buttons and symbols. We take a closer look at these in the following sections. 7.2.1. On-/ Off-button With the On-/ Off-button the chair can be turned on or switched off. Do not use this button to stop the wheelchair unless...

  • Page 22: Joystick

    7.2.3. Joystick The joystick controls the direction and speed of the wheelchair. Joystick To drive forwards push the joystick forwards. The further you push it from centre faster wheelchair will move. Let go of the joystick and the wheelchair will stop and the brakes come on.

  • Page 23: Change Of The Seat Position

    7.2.5. Change of the seat position Without light With light By pressing the MODE-button, you get into the standing function menu (picture A should appear on the display). press joystick forward, the seat will raise. If you press the joystick backwards, the seat will lower.

  • Page 24: Locking/ Unlocking The Wheelchair

    7.2.8. Locking/ unlocking the wheelchair The R-net control system can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. The locking method is via a sequence of key presses and joystick movements, as detailed below: To lock the wheelchair:  While the control system is switched on, press and hold the on/off button. ...

  • Page 25: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)

    The LEVO LCM2 standard version (no extra protective measures) is supplied with a disruptive strength level of 20 vpm. The LEVO LCM2 is constructed to resist to a regular level of interference as it occurs in a household. Beside that there exist a certain number of sources of relatively strong magnetic fields from which you should stay at a safe distance.
  • Page 26 These objects cannot influence the functionality of the LEVO LCM2. Electromagnetical interference in regard to a powered wheelchair Considering that electromagnetical power reaches high intensity in just a short time as soon as you get close to the source, it is advised to take special care when carrying a sender and receiver with you.

  • Page 27: Driving The Wheelchair

    Before starting to drive your wheelchair, take time to read all the instructions regarding the LEVO LCM2 and get to know the controls. When first learning to drive your wheelchair, practice in an area you know well. We suggest a large flat smooth area such as your living room or the driveway to your home.

  • Page 28: Unlocking The Drive Brakes

    After reactivating the brake = ON, the joystick controller will need to be restarted. 9.4. Charging the batteries only LEVO charger delivered with the chair. To charge the batteries, switch off the control unit and plug the charger into the socket beneath the front of the joystick.

  • Page 29: Chest Belt

    Attach the two eyes of the knee support to the double-head screws on either side of the wheelchair. Centre the knee support in front of each knee using the Velcro fasteners, then pull it until it is sitting firmly in place, just below/not right on the knee cap and not too tight.

  • Page 30: Transfer

    11. Transfer 11.1. Getting into the wheelchair  Make sure the wheelchair joystick module is switched off.  Check if both motor brakes are activated = ON  Lift up the footplates.  Transfer yourself onto the seat using the armrests for support or have yourself transferred onto the seat.

  • Page 31: Standing Up

    We recommend that you consult your doctor or physical therapist before attempting to use the standing function of the LEVO LCM2. Please read the safety instructions in sections 1 and 5.4. In some cases, it is necessary that the user is allowed to stand only under the supervision of an accompanying attendant or caregiver.

  • Page 32: Transportation Of Your Wheelchair

    14. Transportation of your wheelchair The LEVO LCM2 is equipped with a folding backrest which allows you to reduce significantly the space required to store.  Take the cord in one hand and twist to release the folding joint. ...
  • Page 33 Here is an example how a wheelchair should be strapped down in a motor vehicle. These are the fixation points for the LEVO LCM2. There are two on the right and two on the left. The left-hand fixation points are shown below:...

  • Page 34: Transportation In A Vehicle With The Person In The Wheelchair

    14.2. Transportation in a vehicle with the person in the wheelchair The LEVO LCM2 has been crash tested according to standards ISO 7176/19: both with a 4-point Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) and with 2 types of Dahl docking stations.

  • Page 35: Securing The Wheelchair With A Wtors Restraint System

    14.2.1. Securing the wheelchair with a WTORS restraint system Danger! - Standard ISO 10542-1 approved 4 point WTORS (Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint Systems), are only tested to 85 kg. - For wheelchairs heavier than 85 kg it is recommended to use to use an ISO 10542-1 compliant WTORS (Heavy Duty System), which is rated for the total weight of the wheelchair including any options.

  • Page 36: General Occupant Restraint Instructions

    14.2.2. General occupant restraint instructions Danger! - Use a 3-point occupant restraint system to secure the occupant. - Both pelvic and upper torso restraint belts must be used to restrain the occupant to reduce the possibility of head and chest impacts with the vehicle components.

  • Page 37: Securing The Wheelchair With A Dahl Docking Station

    75° degrees. 14.2.3. Securing the wheelchair with a Dahl docking station The LEVO LCM2 is approved for use with 2 docking stations from Dahl Engineering: the Dahl Docking Mk ll. and the Dahl VarioDock™. Content of Dahl docking station kit #501750:...
  • Page 38 Content of Dahl VarioDock kit #503600: Fitting of the Dahl lock plate on the wheelchair In order to fit the Dahl Lock plate an additional wheelchair specific adaptation kit is required to anchor the lock plate to the battery box. The lock plate and adaptation kit used is identical for both Dahl docking Mk.
  • Page 39 1. Place the U-shaped reinforcing plate inside the battery box and the align holes in the reinforcing plate with the pre-drilled holes in battery box. 2. Place nuts in predrilled holes in the battery box with the recess down. 3. Fit the 8 mm spacer onto lock plate and put the five bolts (Dahl #502800) through the lock plate and 8 mm spacer.
  • Page 40 into contact with the locking pin, a warning tone will sound (a high-pitched howl), and the red diode/lamp (LED) in the control panel will light up until the lock plate is either fully engaged or else the wheelchair is removed from the docking station. 3.
  • Page 41 If the described manual release procedures fails, an emergency release tool made from red plastic comes with each docking station. (Illustration of manual wheelchair and not LEVO LCM2 for purposes of clarity) 1. Move wheelchair forward to remove the pressure on the lock pin 2.

  • Page 42: Cleaning

    15. Cleaning  Whenever the wheelchair gets dirty it should be cleaned using a damp cloth and then dried thoroughly.  For more stubborn stains wipe with a damp cloth using a mild solution of warm water and a mild cleansing agent. ...

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    16. Maintenance 16.1. Service The LEVO LCM2 is designed to be maintenance free and, apart from the items mentioned below, does not require attention from the user. Please note that to maintain safe and efficient operation, the wheelchair should be serviced at least once per year by your LEVO agent or authorized dealer.

  • Page 44: Weekly Checks

    (without overtightening any securing screws.) 16.5. Spare parts LEVO AG delivers single parts or modules as spare parts. Your distributor can provide all spare parts listed for your LEVO LCM2. It is also possible to order a spare part list from LEVO AG directly.

  • Page 45: Disposal

    Return old batteries to the point of sale of the wheelchair or of the batteries. The dealer will dispose of them according to local regulations. Remove the batteries especially carefully. If the casing is damaged, there is risk of a chemical burn. Contact your LEVO dealer if in doubt.

  • Page 46: Trouble Shooting

     Insert fuse / switch on safety cut out  Unplug charging plug  Replace battery  If above does not work consult LEVO agent Battery level indicator  Charge Battery flashes slowly Battery level indicator ...

  • Page 47: Controller Self Help Guide Vr2

    Please contact your local specialist if advice above does not solve the problem. Please provide your specialist with the serial number of your LEVO LCM2 which is noted on the warranty card. This number might be important in case of questions to the...

  • Page 48: Controller Self Help Guide R-Net

    If you can’t solve the problem, with the displayed message, you can enter the trip code on the PG Drives homepage (http://www.pgdt.com/diagmob/diagnostic.asp). There you will normally get some more information about the error and how you can solve it. If you can’t solve the problem, please get in touch with your LEVO dealer.

  • Page 49: Technical Information

    21. Technical Information LEVO LCM2 Min. Max. Overall Length (with footplate) 970 mm 1100 mm Overall Width 550 mm 700 mm Folded Length 970 mm 1100 mm Folded Width 550 mm 700 mm Folded Height 700 mm Total Mass 100 kg...

  • Page 50: Version Management

    Minimum turning circle 1830 mm Wheelchair category B (Indoor and Outdoor) Colour Black as standard 219 others on option Electronics Type Control system PG Drives VR2 90A or R-net 120A Batteries MK Battery M50-12 SLD M Voltage 12 V Capacity (C20) 50 Ah Dimensions (L x W x H) 199x166x171 mm...

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