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Levo AG C3 Instruction Manual

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Please read the Instruction Manual carefully before attempting to use
your wheelchair
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:
LEVO AG
Anglikerstrasse 20
CH-5610 Wohlen
Tel:+41 (0)56 618 44 11
Fax:+41 (0)56 618 44 10
Internet: http://www.levo.ch
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LEVO C
Agent:
Version 1.8
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  • Page 1 Please read the Instruction Manual carefully before attempting to use your wheelchair 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:...
  • Page 2 As a LEVO customer, you have a valuable contribution to make to the on-going further development of our products. We put great store by your suggestions, which ensure that LEVO still offers the most comprehensive service available and provides for the widest possible range of needs. Yours faithfully, LEVO AG...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Declaration of Conformity ................. 6 Warranty ....................8 1. Intoduction ..................9 2. Safety instructions ................10 2.1. General safety instructions ............. 10 2.2. Operation ..................11 2.3. Driving ..................11 2.4. Stand-up function ................. 11 2.5. Safety belt system ................ 12 2.6.
  • Page 4 5. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) ..........24 6. Driving the wheelchair ..............26 6.1. Driving in general ................26 6.2. Obstacles ..................26 6.3. Permissible inclinations ..............27 6.4. Unlock the drive brakes ..............27 6.5. Charging the batteries ..............27 7.
  • Page 5 10.9. Lamps for outdoor use with indicators ........... 38 10.10. Jostick-top ................39 10.11. Rear view mirror ..............39 11. Transportation of your wheelchair ........... 40 11.1. Transportation in a vehicle without the person in the wheelchair ..40 11.2. Transportation in a vehicle with the person in the wheelchair ...

  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    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 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).
  • Page 7 ISO 14971:2007 Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical devices EN 12184:2004 Electrically powered wheelchairs, scooters an their chargers EN 12182:1999 Technical aids for disabled persons. General requirements and test methods ISO 7176-21:2003 Wheelchairs - Part21: Requirements and test methods for electromagnetic compatibility EN 61000-3-2:2006 Limits –...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    One year covering all electronic components including the motors. 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.

  • Page 9: Intoduction

    1. Intoduction Thank you to choose the LEVO C The LEVO C has been designed as a powered stand-up wheelchair for indoor and outdoor use. As such it belongs to the wheelchair category B. The LEVO C makes it possible to stand-up and to drive in a standing as well as in a sitting position.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    For your own security we recommend to read and obey all the instructions carefully in this manual. LEVO AG is not responsible for damages to persons or property, who resulted from the fact that the user or another person ignored the recommendations, warnings and instructions specified in this manual.

  • Page 11: Operation

    2.2. Operation Never switch off the joystick module during driving. Otherwise the wheelchair will stop abrupt, so that you run the risk, to be thrown forward from the wheelchair. Just release the joystick to stop the wheelchair from moving. Be aware of, that your wheelchair can produce electromagnetic emissions and disturb other devices If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe.

  • Page 12: Safety Belt System

    You should under no circumstances attempt to stand up without following all safety precautions. Standing up stresses your body in ways you may not be used to. Therefore we recommend, consulting your doctor or physical therapist before using the standing function of the LEVO C The LEVO C is only allowed to bring you into the stand-up position when the free wheel device is "ON", this guarantees the motor brakes function correctly.

  • Page 13: Servicing And Maintenance

    2.7. Servicing and maintenance The LEVO C is a complicated piece of machinery. Do not attempt to maintain it yourself. For all maintenance work, please contact an authorized dealer. It is requested that your authorized dealer is in charge to services the wheelchair once every year.

  • Page 14: Preparing The Wheelchair For Use And Operation

    3. Preparing the wheelchair for use and operation 3.1. Dispatch and transport For delivering LEVO wheelchairs they 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 15: Delivery

    3.2. Delivery Because of the complex nature of this wheelchair it will be delivered and demonstrated to you by your local agent. The wheelchair comprises the following components: Component Quantity Wheelchair base Seat unit Backrest unit Knee support Chest strap Joystick unit Joystick Module Set of batteries...

  • Page 16: Control Unit

    4. Control unit 4.1. VR2-control On the control unit you can find a joystick, buttons and symbols, where we take a closer look at in the following. 4.1.1. 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 17: Joystick

    4.1.3. 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 18: Change Of The Seat Position

    4.1.5. Change of the seat position Standard chair without light: By pressing the left actuator-button, activate stand-up function. If you move the joystick forward, the chair is rising upwards, if you move the joystick backwards, the chair is moving downwards. If your chair is equipped with the option “Tilt in space”, it can be activated...

  • Page 19: Light Kit

    4.1.6. Light kit If you choosed the option light for Warning- your chair, the keypad looks like it’s Light- lights- shown on the left. button button To activate the light, press the light- button, you switch on the two front and the two rear lights on your chair with this.

  • Page 20: R-Net Control (Option)

    4.2. R-net control (option) On the control unit you can find a joystick, buttons and a LCD-display, where we take a closer look at in the following. 4.2.1. 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 21: Joystick

    4.2.3. 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 22: Change Of The Seat Position

    4.2.5. 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 is raising, if you press the joystick backwards, the seat is lowering.

  • Page 23: Horn

    4.2.7. Horn The horn will sound while this button is depressed. 4.2.8. 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, depress and hold the on/off...

  • Page 24: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)

    5. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) Important: You must be aware of the effect of electromagnetic interference (EMI) regarding your LEVO C . Please study the following facts carefully. Electromagnetical interference of transmitter and radio wavelength Powered wheelchairs might be influenced by strong electromagnetic interference. This interference is caused by radio and tv stations, amateur radio sets (walkie- talkie), two-way radios and mobile phones.
  • Page 25 sources of electromagnetically interference. These objects don't cause any problems regarding the functionality of the LEVO C 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 especially care carrying a sender and receiver with you.

  • Page 26: Driving The Wheelchair

    6. Driving the wheelchair 6.1. Driving in general Before starting to drive your wheelchair take time to read all the instructions regarding the LEVO C and to 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 27: Permissible Inclinations

    6.3. Permissible inclinations The test (TUV, Germany) of the stability of the LEVO C while not in motion proved the following results: Sitting position facing downhill 13 degree Standing position facing downhill 10 degree Sitting position facing uphill 18 degree (front wheels not touching the ground at the max., but still 100% of stability) Sitting position crossways direction...

  • Page 28: Safety Harness

    7. Safety harness The safety harness consists of two parts: a chest strap and a knee support. Caution: Before attempting to stand in your wheelchair, fit and adjust the chest strap and the knee support. 7.1. Knee support The knee support helps your knee not to bow in the standing position; you are standing with your legs totally stretched.
  • Page 29 The chest strap a has to be round the backrest tubes. The height of the chest strap may be changed. Guide the chest strap around the backrest posts to the front and secure your torso by closing the buckle (picture 2). Adjust the length of the strap so that it is not too tight but fits comfortably across your chest.

  • Page 30: Transfer

    8. Transfer 8.1. Getting into the wheelchair Make sure the wheelchair joystick module is switched off. Check if the motor disengaging lever is in the ON position for no movements of the powered wheels. Lift up the footplates. Transfer yourself onto the seat using the armrests for support or have yourself transferred onto the seat.

  • Page 31: Individual Settings

    9. Individual settings The LEVO C is individual adjustable to every person. Partly it is necessary to have tools for the adjustments; on some elements it is possible to adjust them simply without any tools. Required tools: Allen key: from 3mm to 8 mm Spanner: 13 mm 9.1.

  • Page 32: Change Of The Seat Width

    9.2. Change of the seat width Take off the seat cushion first. Telescope the seat plate to the first position (see chapter 9.1.) Untighten the 8 screws (A) at the seat plate, to be able to take off the whole seat plate. Put the new wider/smaller seat plate on the chair and tighten the 8 screws to fix the new seat plate.

  • Page 33: Change Of The Distance Footrest - Seat Cushion And Angle Adjustment Of The Footrest

    9.5. Change of the distance footrest - seat cushion and angle adjustment of the footrest The footrest will be adjusted with A A A (optional w/o) tools. To change the height of the footrest, release the screw (A). Now you can set the footrest to the necessary height.

  • Page 34: Adjustment Of The Armrest Length

    9.7. Adjustment of the armrest length You can adjust the position of the armrest pad. Just unscrew the two screws (A) a bit and then you’re able to shift the pad forward and backwards. After you reached the necessary position, tighten the screws (A) until the pad is fixed.

  • Page 35: Knee Support „Integral

    9.9.2. Knee support „Integral“ Adjusting the distance between the knee pads: Untighten the 4 screws (G), adjust the knee support to the necessary width and tighten the screws (G). Height adjustable knee pads available. Adjusting the depth of the knee support: Check which...

  • Page 36: Options

    10. Options The LEVO C can be equipped with several options. The most options can also be mounted after the chair is delivered. 10.1. Tilt in space With the option „Tilt in space” it’s possible to tilt the seat to an angle of approx.

  • Page 37: Swing Away Table Tray

    10.4. Swing away table tray swing away table tray retractable to the side, if you don’t need it. 10.5. Skirt guard The skirt guard should prevent that the clothing is hanging beside the seat and is getting into the drive wheels or the standing mechanism.

  • Page 38: Chest Role

    LEVO AG recommends to equip the chair with light, if you use your LEVO predominant outdoors. If you wish to equip your chair afterwards with the light kit, your LEVO-Dealer /-distributor can mount it additionally.

  • Page 39: Jostick-Top

    10.10. Jostick-top If you are not satisfied with the standard joystick knob, there are several different shapes available. To change it, just pull the knob upwards to remove it and push the new knob over the joystick post. 10.11. Rear view mirror To have a better overview in the public traffic, you can have rear view mirrors on your LEVO C...

  • Page 40: Transportation Of Your Wheelchair

    11. Transportation of your wheelchair To have a bit smaller dimensions of the chair, when you like to transport it, there are two things you can do: Flip up the footrest Fold down the backrest (take off the quick pin and fold it) 11.1.
  • Page 41 Here’s an example how the chair should be strapped down in a motor vehicle:...

  • Page 42: Transportation In A Vehicle With The Person In The Wheelchair

    11.2. Transportation in a vehicle with the person in the wheelchair The LEVO C passed the crash test after the norms ISO 7176/19 and ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol. 1-Section 19. The LEVO C has been positively crash tested for car transportation after the norms mentioned above.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    13. Maintenance 13.1. Service The LEVO C is designed to be maintenance free and apart from the items 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

    Do not over tighten any securing screws. 13.3. Spare parts LEVO AG delivers single parts or modules as spare parts. Your distributor can provide all spare parts listed for your LEVO C . You have also the opportunity to...

  • Page 45: Disposal

    14. Disposal Wheelchair: Return the wheelchair after the product lifetime to the sales point. The dealer will dispose of it according to local regulations. Regarding the possibilities for individual adjustments your LEVO C might be of use to another stand-up wheelchair user.

  • Page 46: Trouble Shooting

    15. Trouble shooting If you have problems with your wheelchair check this list before calling your local agent. ITEM PROBLEM Solution Joystick Battery level indicator Switch on ON/OFF switch Module does not light Insert fuse / switch on safety cut out Unplug charging plug Replace battery If above does not work consult LEVO...

  • Page 47: Controller Self Help Guide Vr2

    Please contact your local specialist in case you followed the advices but the problem still exists. Please provide your specialist with the serial number of your LEVO C which is noted on the warranty card. This number might be important in case of questions to the manufacture company LEVO AG.

  • Page 48: Controller Self Help Guide R-Net

    17. Controller self help guide R-net The joystick module has its own error-management-system. If an error occurs, a message is indicated on the display, for example this could look like that: If you can’t solve the problem, just with the showed message, you can enter the trip code on the PG Drives homepage (http://www.pgdt.com/diagmob/diagnostic.asp), there you’ll get some more information about the error and how you can solve it.

  • Page 49: Technical Information

    18. Technical information Model LEVO C Wheelchair category Seat width 32 – 52 cm Overall width 63 cm Overall length 105 cm (without footplate) Overall length (with 105 cm footplate) Overall height, incl. 100 cm backrest Backrest V-Trak 40cm (or any other optional heights) Seat height 48 cm (incl.

  • Page 50: Version-Management

    19. Version-Management Version- Date Description Author 10.07.08 First released version T. Meier 19.11.08 Additions for aid numbers T. Meier 09.12.08 Additions for Handicap Institute T. Meier 05.02.09 Miscellaneous changes in chapters T. Meier 24.02.09 Additions for the R-net control system T.

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