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The Service Manual is provided for the use of Agents and Authorized Technicians. Alterations in constructional and technical manner or to the electronic require the written authorisation of LEVO AG, otherwise no warranty or product liability will be accepted. In case of difficulty contact: Manufacturer:...
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Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for putting your trust in LEVO stand-up wheelchairs. The LEVO stand-up wheelchair is a unique aid for use by those facing difficulties walking and standing up. As well as performing all the functions of an active wheelchair, the LEVO enables you to stand up on your own.
Contents INSTRUCTIONMANUAL ....................... 7 Important points to note before operating the LEVO active-easy LAE ......8 Warranty..........................8 Sitting / Driving ........................9 3.1. The rear wheels ......................9 3.2. Seat inclination ....................... 9 3.3. Position of the rear wheels ..................... 9 3.4.
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Seating and Standing Assessment Seat depth: correct Seat depth: too long Seat depth: too short Knee support attachment Knee support attachment Knee support attachment screw even with center of knee screw beyond center of knee screw short of center of knee Ankle/Knee/Hip joint straight Knee joint hyper extended Incomplete knee extension...
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Correct position Seat cushion too high Back too deep/thick Backrest cushion Seat cushion Cushion for pressure relief Backrest cushion or solid in seated position back for more comfort or stability Backrest Spine cushion physiological Hyper Lordosis Hyper extended spine Seat cushion Sitz- Pelvis tilt ...
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LEVO Declaration of Conformity As manufacturer of the LEVO Stand-up wheelchair, the company LEVO AG Anglikerstrasse 20 CH-5610 Wohlen Switzerland Tel.: +41 (0)56-618 4411 Fax: +41 (0)56-618 4410 Email: office@levo.ch Internet: http://www.levo.ch declares in all responsibility that the product hereby mentioned (see following list) corresponds with the valid direction of the EC instructions for medical products determined 14th June, 1993 (93/42/EWG).
Your LEVO product is guaranteed from the date of purchase for two years covering all material and manufacturing defects of mechanical parts. 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.
Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the front page. Sitting / Driving In the LEVO active-easy you will enjoy all the handling qualities and comfort of an active wheelchair. This section will tell you how to adapt the LEVO active-easy to suit your particular needs.
3.6. The footrest Standard feature on the LEVO compact-easy is a two-piece footrest (see photo left). For transfers it can be opened and flipped up (see photo right). For stability reason in standing, the holding bar crosses from one side to the other.
(see photo). By making use of the velcro fastening it is possible to alter the length of the strap and thus to ensure the ideal position for the feet on the footrest. Ideal positioning of the feet is vital in ensuring a good standing position. Please consult your LEVO dealer! 3.8.
This above situation may be made more critical by using different rear wheel positions to achieve greater seat inclination, by fixing the rear wheel further forward, or by using a cushion to sit higher Similarly, when braking to halt backward movement the castors will again lose downforce, giving rise to backward tilting and the risk of tipping over.
Should you wish to negotiate such an obstacle with the help of an able-bodied person, the latter should not, as a rule, attempt to lift the LEVO active-easy completely clear of the steps. Rather he should ensure that the rear wheels stay in contact with the steps at all times.
4.4. Braking with the pressure brakes When using the wheelchair in situations where increased stability is particularly important, always remember to apply the brakes (see diagram). This applies, for example, when standing up, sliding over into your wheelchair or when you want to transfer from the wheelchair into another seat. For safety reasons, it is particularly important to note that, when transferring, even if the rear wheels are locked by the brakes, the wheelchair can easily slip sideways if it is not carrying a load.
The LEVO active-easy has been positively crash tested for car transportation after the norms ISO 7176/19 and ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol. 1-Section 19. Please make sure, that the LEVO active-easy is as follow equipped before using it for car transportation: The chair has to be equipped and reinforced with the “tight down transportation kit...
# 32.070.0300” that can be ordered at LEVO AG through your LEVO distributor (see instructions below) The chair has to be tight down by using the Q’straint 5001-T2 or any restraint system that has been tested and passed the ISO 10542/2 standards.
Standing Your LEVO active-easy isn’t just an active wheelchair. It is also a standing aid which enables you to stand up simply and quickly, right there, when and where you need to.
Be sure to protect yourself and accompanying persons from possible injury. The knee support and chest strap The most important safety features of the LEVO active-easy are the knee support and the chest strap. It is absolutely essential that these be correctly in place before you attempt to stand up (risk of accident).
To release the chest strap, simply press the red button in the center of the catch. To slacken, hold the catch at a right angle to the strap and pull. Once the knee support and chest strap are fitted correctly you are ready to stand up. Standing up The two armrests on either side of the seat serve not only as armrests, but also as a part of the stand- up mechanism.
8.2. Having raised yourself up as far as your arms will allow, let go of the gas spring-release lever to lock the gas springs once more in place (see photo above right). By using the two armrest-release levers found further toward the front of the armrests, you can bring the armrests up to the appropriate height.
The quick-release axles The quick-release axles enable you speedily to remove and re-mount the rear wheels of your LEVO active-easy, thus reducing significantly the volume and weight of the wheelchair.
When cleaning your LEVO active-easy, use a dry or slightly moistened cloth to wipe the wheelchair down. For stubborn or oily stains, apply a mild detergent to the cloth. Do not hose down your LEVO active-easy with water (risk of rusting).
Please consult your LEVO dealer when adjusting cable tension! We recommend you have your dealer service the LEVO active-easy on an annual basis. Disposal At the end of its service life the wheelchair should be returned to your LEVO dealer for proper disposal.
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