Instruction Manual LEVO compact
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1. The motor cuts out automatically as soon as you reach the uppermost standing position The leg supports sit firmly on the ground and thus guarantee your stability 5 4 Sitting down To sit back down press the control switch downwards The motor engages and drives the seat downwards so long as you keep the switch depressed Depress the control switch until you have reached the lowest possible seated position and the motor cuts out of its own accord Option control panel To sit back down press the right hand button see photo right The motor engages and drives the seat downwards so long as you keep your finger on the button Press the right hand button until you have reached the lowest possible seated position and the motor cuts out of its own accord 5 5 The gas springs The gas springs are specially adjusted to hold your weight in the balance They relieve the motor of some strain involved in the lifting process There is a range of spring strengths to suit the body weight of different wheelchair users 20 The gas springs may be adjusted by no other than a qualified technician Please consult your LEVO dealer 5 6 The batteries The motor is fed by two rechargeable maintenance free lead batteries With fully loaded batteries you can stand up approx 100 times A buzzer sounds to indicate when the batteries are down to 25 of their full charge capacity On hearing the buzzer be sure to recharge the batteries immediate2. Measurements Sai width Total length Total height with bares 78 o Back upholst height Pp Seat upholst height front 48 51 51 54 Seat upholst height rear 45 47 47 49 Seat upholst depth Footrest seat Weight without wheels Total weight 29 40 43 54 35 42 38 45 38 45 41 48 19 20 All measurements in cm and kg Variations due to model specific adjustments possible Tires Rear wheels Tire pressure rear Front castor Actuator Lifting motor Batteries Charger Gas springs Operating temperature range Storage temperature range Clearance Max height of obstacle Max permissible gradient Cross fall Max weight incl body amp load High pressure tires 22 24 26 7 5 bar airless tires 5 6 Linear drive 24 VDC Power ca 3000 N Speed max 9 mm sec Power consumption max 5 0 A Protection IP 51 With low voltage accoustic alarm 2 maintenance free rechargeable batteries 24 V 2 7 Ah Transformer 220V 24V LCEV S 400N LCEV M 500N LCEV L 600N LCEV XL 700 N 5 40 40 60 max 6 cm max 2 cm max 3 max 120 kg 38
3. wheelchair while standing up Attach the two eyes of the knee support to the double head screws on either side of the wheelchair see photo left 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 see photo right 5 2 2 The chest strap The chest strap holds the upper body in place Check that the chest strap is secure on the backrest velcro fastening Close the catch on the chest strap and pull it to not too tight see photo To release the chest strap simply press the red button in the centre 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 19 5 3 Standing up The stand up mechanism is powered by an electrical actuator system with further back up provided by two gas springs The actuator motor is fed by two rechargeable batteries see section 5 6 Using the control switch on the armrest you can move the stand up mechanism either up or down To stand up press the control switch upwards see photo left The motor engages and will drive the seat upwards so long as you keep your finger on the switch Option control panel To stand up press the left hand button see photo right The motor engages and will drive the seat upwards so long as you keep your finger on the button
4. 29 Balls Seat depthiinisenee ao in a a dtd a sacl ac deta wee E a a S 29 8 2 The backrest and seat 1ipholster y ci2 ees aeatecssree Wien si avec tea ead Weceee as eoeateds cst 29 8 3 VREAR Weel Position siea nag eae AA EA AAT E ERA TEKA EARE S 30 oe Seat Ne lina OMecas ised eda rns eaaa arae ened nea e a eE duce ra era TES 30 gs The Cashor axle a E a Siena oa eT ea aa E dae 31 A ABR h E CSU OTS E AE RE E E E N ESEE T 32 So Fhe footre Steninae a eee A R a 32 8 82 ThearmrestS noa ernia eia save mone a E svn anes apace gested vga ed ac ag E E E EEAS 33 Oe Repairs ea a ae a A a a a Areas RNE ON Ra eek 33 9 1 Replacing tire inner tube of rear wheels n nnnnnseseessesseeseessesseesesssesesssressessrssressessessresseese 33 9 2 Repairing the Mier tuben sae en feende dee cavectdndaata thas x n n a i a aa 34 9 37 Replacing the axle adaptei zesssercnareyrnn ieia a E A E alan utee oe 34 OAS Replacing the gas springs sssssssesessseesessresseserssessesstsstessessesstesseestsstesseeseesrsstesseseesseesee 34 9 5 Replacing the actuator lifting motor ssessessesessseessesssseesseeseesessseesseseresseserssressessessresseese 35 9 6 Replacing the control switch s ssssessssesessseesseseessressessrsstessessrestessessesseressesrrssressessessressesse 35 9 7 Replacing the battery electronic bOX ayia Gate Steed eta een eee aaa ease 36 O 8 Re placingthe batteries e a a a a a E EA a A peau 36 10 Testing the wheelchair
5. Aa aa AAE eK AAE AAE AOE a AES 14 AD SCAU IWICHIMALION seasea EAEE KT aE A a ii aiSia 14 4 amp 3 ATTEST eee a iar aN ass E aed aaa a i E aad tes a a a 15 AA Positionof th rear wheels norec nenn iaae e a ee ba iira aa a E ai 15 4 5 Positional the front casto ss sosisini anri a E E E A E E i 16 MG Backrest INC ITA UO is igeret come tat osuees eanta aeaa aa a Ea aE aa a A E aaa 16 4e The TO OURS eh aah a a a a E A a i 16 4 amp 8 Thecalf heel strap aa e a aaa E EAO ESEA AARE E a AE AAE ANES 16 AO TUG SCAU cushiohsseiiiennnnn av a gh E E E a aa a a as 17 4 10 The brakes wheel locks ERA O a E i iA 17 4 11 Adjusting The Drakes Grn ata E T EEE a E E E hi A 17 So PANIIT eo eana Sacred Ra dete Sa a E E ATRO TE S IEE ob a NA te EE el 18 Ses General TS siaccurorta cineca cast aches sacs cuenecie e a Ea a E Aa A Ges 18 5 2 The knee support and Chest strap sessesessssesseseeseessessreseesstsseeseesstestesersseeseessressessessresseese 19 S2 The kneeis pport sss rnea an e a sae tus eae n a noone a seen aai 19 5 22 Thechest stapia a a a a a aaa eh 19 5 30 Standint UP eien o adier an a E E E E A AA N 20 SA Siting dowh aeree iena eaa a a r a E a O A a E a a a i 20 Siow Phe gas S PENS esh A e A E AA A A A A A A E SG 20 SG FNE patere Senee a r a T E E ERTE 21 OG Recharging the batteries niunia i n R a a a a 21 Sli ARA oI AI ESE I TE E E E A A EETA 21 6 Storage mee Re A ESAE N A A RN 22 Gols Folding down the DAC est 23 ciinreciiariie r
6. Mount the rear end of the new actuator first then drive the seat down so that the shaft of the new motor connects with the drive shaft Reassemble in reverse order 9 6 Replacing the control switch e Disconnect the battery plug from the rear end of the armrest e Unscrew the little flat head screw on the inner rear edge of the armrest using a flat blade screwdriver see photo 20 35 e Loosen the hexagon thin nut at the front of the control switch using a 14 mm spanner see photo 21 Remove the thin nut and washer e Pull out the control switch to the rear e Cut off the defective control switch by use of a cable cutter and solder on the new control switch Be sure to take into account the different cable colors e Mount in reverse order 9 7 Replacing the battery electronic box e Disconnect the actuator plug and the battery plug from the battery electronic box e Push the two mushroom shaped buttons to the outside see photo 22 e Remove the battery electronic box e Mount the new battery electronic box in reverse order Attention Of the battery electronic box only the batteries and the cover can be replaced It is not admissible to open the electronics or to remove parts thereof no warranty In case of an electronic defect the complete battery electronic box must be replaced 9 8 Replacing the batteries e Depress the four plastic tabs on the battery cover and remove the cover from the batte
7. To ensure these alterations do not compromise safety in the standing position the castor forks must be adjusted appropriately Standard Maximum Minimum Seat depth Seat Dimension Distance a Rate Distancea Angle Distancea Angle height rear wheel SOA p aa a M 48 22 45 mm qe 20 mm 20 Oinin 3 L 51 24 45 mm 6 20 mm 3 60 mm 9 L 54 24 20 mm 3 20 mm 3 60 mm 10 XL 57 26 30 mm 5 To adjust the seat inclination the axle adapter is adjusted in height Unscrew both inside hexagonal screws A using a 10 mm spanner and tighten the threaded pin B using a 3 mm Allen key see photo 4 The latter opens up the clamps on the axle adapter e Adjust the axle adapter to the desired height unscrew the threaded pin and tighten the two inner hexagonal screws again 30 Caution When adjusting the height of the axle adapter be sure to adjust the castor angle and the length of the leg plug accordingly see section 8 5 In case of large scale adjustments it may even be necessary to replace the leg supports Having made the adjustments it is absolutely vital to ensure that when standing up the leg supports still rest on the ground as this is crucial to standing stability risk of accident 8 5 The castor axle Having made adjustments to the rear axle be sure to adjust the castor height and angle accordingly When carrying out these adjustments it is import
8. comprehensive service available and provides for the widest possible range of needs Yours faithfully LEVO AG Contents Seating and Standing Assesses facts Sei leek cet tet ase caulnt adios day urdu clueauld Saad Soa Sou Miiateateg nade 4 Declaration of Conformity ca essione i astas e a A E AE A Ea E bees A E E a a aasia aa 5 INSTRUCTIONMANUA L esie eaan aly wi ean Sted asa bas ee TE a T T TS 8 1 Important points to note before operating the LEVO compact easy LCEV ssessesssssesessesseseee 9 2 General tips on handling a wheelchair vo 2 04 caceotyeerseacteisapcanees viens cacc tierce ts caneebed bass 9 2 1 Pushing off how to avoid tipping ovet s2s 0i0 cat isie caecum iat ecednauias maa aes 9 Didi GTA sess eecy ac va deg nana a a dang As AAD ea A a a 10 2 3 Negotiating obstacle Ssnin aelsiatolaaasev laced x cased eens aaa 11 2 4 Braking with the pressure Drakes cssccciseaiccgunssccteesducviaeaiacenckavscayssdoacts anivanvidayieaqas soucdeaniean 12 2 5 Picking up objects from the wheel chiaitss w 1 acti cee washes aneenigiaiens 12 2 6 Detachable components sie eee lt a eaisyn gs eos cadena yeas ose es csuce esse os boteaanns Success hare eee Sta e 13 2 7 Transportan a motor Vehicles 19 6 cyc Res eesti eae esas esas nc inet esse Ratevsee net eases 13 Det aa AIL tad EE E E ake basta E tacmeteanensaasecme a E E A 14 ga Sitting DIVNE e oera asi a A E E E T E E BARON OO 14 Als Therear wheels sessirnar nas ag ea sane
9. loosen upholstery surface tension to be able to sink the cushioning down between the two seat supports If the seat depth must be adjusted the seat upholstery depth can also be adjusted by adding or removing one or two velcro straps see photo 2 When adjusting the seat depth make sure that the flap of the backrest upholstery covers the seat by a minimum of 12 cm see photo 2 The chest strap is fixed to the backrest upholstery by use of velcro fasteners It can therefor be adjusted in height 29 8 3 Rear wheel position The axle adapter mounted as standard on your LEVO compact easy depends on the seat depth Sr Mates ee e Seat depth S axle adapter S mounted j e Seat depth M axle adapter M mounted e Seat depth L axle adapter L mounted in forward direction e Seat depth XL axle adapter L mounted in rearward direction See also illustration 3 e In order to render the chair more or less tippy it is possible to SMLXL mount a different axle adapter see chapter 9 3 ee Example Mounting the axle adapter M on a chair with seat depth L makes the chair tippier Mounting the axle adapter L in rearward direction makes it more stable e For your own safety we recommend to fit anti tip rolls always 8 4 Seat inclination The standard pre set inclination is to the rear By altering the height of the axle adapter it is possible to set this inclination to anything between 2 horizontal and 10 to the rear see chart below
10. similar the user should only stand up under supervision of a carer In any situation demanding particular care and attention e g when in transit in motor vehicles aircraft etc or when the wheelchair is to be left unattended in the presence of children be sure to disconnect the control panel and or motor leads from the battery and electronic unit see 4 7 risk of accident Adjustments to the stand up mechanism and its connected parts are to be carried out by qualified technicians risk of accident Should you require adjustments and alterations to the mechanics of the wheelchair or any maintenance work please contact your LEVO dealer 2 General tips on handling a wheelchair 2 1 Pushing off how to avoid tipping over Bear in mind that when pushing on the handring to start the wheelchair moving the front castors will loose traction due to acceleration Depending on weight distribution this may cause the castors to lift off the ground and the wheelchair to tip over backwards see diagram left 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 up Similarly when braking to halt backward movement the castors will again lose downforce giving rise to backward tilting and the risk of tipping over It should also be noted that any luggage taken along see diagram
11. so for the standing position On delivery you will find the footrest at the second lowest position if not ordered specifically e There is a choice of 5 different heights for mounting the footrest e Unscrew the four oval head screws on both outer edges of the footrest using a 4 mm Allen key and set the footrest either higher up or lower down see photo 8 There are three possible footrest angle variations 4 to the horizontal 14 to the horizontal standard 24 to the horizontal Unscrew the four oval head screws on both outer edges of the footrest using a 4 mm Allen key and remove the upper ones Set the footrest at the desired angle and retighten the screws see photo 9 The footrest angle is set as standard at 14 to the horizontal With the footrest in the lowest possible setting an angle of 4 is the only practicable variation as the footrest otherwise touches the ground before the leg supports hence no standing stability With the second lowest setting the only potential variations are 4 and 14 for the same reasons For all higher footrest settings there is a choice of all three angle variations 32 8 8 The armrests e Remove the backrest upholstery and the velcro straps thereunder e Unscrew the hexagonal screw on either side of the armrest holder using a 5 mm Allen key and adjust the armrest holder on both sides simultaneously to the desired height see photo 10 e Fix the velcro straps above a
12. the wheelchair should be checked for safety at least once a year by your LEVO dealer or authorized technician This service manual has been designed for use by your LEVO dealer or authorized technician It contains all information required to carry out safety checks and repair works on your LEVO compact easy It will ensure that your wheelchair is a reliable safe and helpful means of transport Always read and apply this service manual in connection with the instruction manual 2 Accident prevention amp safety Accidents can happen Be aware of possible dangers when carrying out tests or works on your wheelchair You should take suitable preventive measures to ensure your own safety and that of other persons 3 Adjustments general instructions Depending on the ability of the user s friends and relatives they may carry out some of the adjustment works themselves This manual will tell you how to proceed However when delivered your wheelchair should be adjusted to your personal needs by your LEVO dealer or authorized technician 4 Repairs general instructions Service and repair works on the LEVO compact easy should only be carried out by a LEVO dealer or authorized technician e Repairs For advice in all repairs in Switzerland contact LEVO AG if in Switzerland For all other countries contact your local LEVO agent Addresses are given at the front of this instruction and service manual e Major repairs For all major
13. 5 Standing Your LEVO compact 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 5 1 General tips Standing up stresses your body in ways you may not be used to For this reason please consult your doctor or physical therapist before using the LEVO compact easy to make sure you do not suffer from any conditions e g strong contractures or osteoporosis which make standing potentially harmful The LEVO compact easy may only be brought into the standing position on firm level ground risk of tipping over Before standing up apply both brakes on the LEVO compact easy Please beware of parts of the wheelchair where one might conceivably trap or catch parts of the body when standing up in the space between the side panel and the seat as well as in the pivot of the side panel Be sure to protect yourself and accompanying persons from possible injury In the case of strong or sudden spasms cramps or similar the user should only stand up under supervision of a carer 18 5 2 The knee support and chest strap The most important safety features of the LEVO compact 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 5 2 1 The knee support The knee support holds the knees in an extended posture and prevents you slipping out of the
14. LEVO compact easy LCEV INSTRUCTION and SERVICEMANUAL P Please read the Instruction Manual carefully before attempting to use your wheelchair 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 Agent 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 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 Please read these operating instructions carefully before using your LEVO They contain important information necessary for successful operation of the wheelchair Whether you use your LEVO as a stand up aid at work in everyday life or to help with standing exercises it guarantees you optimum independence mobility and health 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
15. above right will alter the centre of gravity of your wheelchair and may have an adverse effect on its stability As an additional safety measure it may be advisable to fit anti tip rollers see diagram 2 2 Gradients When turning on a gradient bear in mind you will have to sit square on to the slope before finally swivelling around to face straight downhill In this side on position there is a risk of slipping sideways down the slope Either you or your accompanying person should take this risk into account and steer accordingly to compensate Always make it a rule to sit leaning into the hill however steep the gradient and whichever the intended direction of travel see diagram 10 As a safety precaution always ask an able bodied person to accompany you when manoeuvering down a slope Bear in mind that slowing the wheelchair with the handrings generates a great deal of heat between hands and handring and can lead to burns on the hands Therefore proceed cautiously when braking by hand and most importantly when travelling downhill never go faster then walking pace Leaning back into the hill improves stability and increases rear wheel downforce thus also improving braking efficiency 2 3 Negotiating obstacles Any obstacle such as a kerb or threshhold should be viewed as a potential source of danger This is due in part to the very short wheelbase of the wheelchair To negotiate an obstacle ask an able bodie
16. ant to bear the following points in mind The castor axle should stand at a right angle to the ground The castor should always remain in contact with the ground In the uppermost standing position the leg supports must be resting on the ground Bring the LEVO compact easy into the standing position a e Unscrew and remove the cylindrical screws using a 4 mm Allen x key then set the plastic leg plug either higher or lower so that the leg supports are standing on the ground You may have to turn the leg plug by 90 se photo 5 e Unscrew the two cylindrical screws using a 5 mm Allen key andturn the eccentric disc until the axle is sitting vertically see photo 6 You may have to turn only one of the two eccentric discs Screw the cylindrical screws tight 31 8 6 The leg supports The leg supports should be replaced when the seat height of the wheelchair has been so greatly adjusted that they no longer reach the ground or reach the ground too soon in the uppermost standing position e Remove the rear wheels e Remove the footrest see section 8 7 e Loosen the cylindrical screws at both inner edges of the leg supports using a 5 mm Allen key and remove them together with the spacer bushing see photo 7 Then pull the leg supports out of the frame e Replace the leg supports and reassemble in reverse order 8 7 The footrest The height of the footrest is not only important for a good sitting position but even more
17. ative Have a 10 2 Trouble shooter the stand up mechanism Fatt Solution 10 2 1 e Mechanism works only very slowly e Recharge batteries e Have batteries replaced 10 2 2 e Mechanism doesn t always function e Check gas spring strength corresponds to at the same speed i e quicker going user body weight If need be have springs up or coming down replaced Have motor replaced Have battery and electronic unit replaced Have charger replaced 10 2 3 Mechanism inoperable neither up Connect motor lead with battery and nor down no perceivable motor electronic unit noise Connect control panel with battery and electronic unit Recharge batteries Have batteries replaced Have control panel replaced LEVO compact easy LCEV SERVICEMANUAL This service manual is designed for use by your LEVO dealer and authorized service technicians Please carefully read these instructions before carrying out maintenance work on your wheelchair This service manual must be read in connection with the instruction manual 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 26 1 Introduction Your LEVO compact easy is maintenance free dispensing the user with the need for further maintenance work except for charging the battery and cleaning the wheelchair on a regular basis Due to its complex design
18. ble to draw as near as possible to the object before attempting to pick it up 12 2 6 Detachable components You will be pleased to know that your wheelchair is designed to be fully collapsable and is built with several detachable components to guarantee the lowest possible packing volume and weight Certain movements involved in folding down the backrest are by their very nature potentially harmful Please take care not to trap any clothing or parts of the body in the joints of the wheelchair as your are folding down the backrest You should only resume your seat in the wheelchair once it has been fully unfolded and reassembled with all detachable components e g rear wheels and castors once again securely fixed in place Always make sure beyond any doubt that the rear wheels have been securely reattached and cannot work loose while the wheelchair is moving see diagram 2 7 Transport in a motor vehicle When transporting the wheelchair in a motor vehicle make sure that the wheelchair is so secured as to prevent it sliding about or tipping over Use should be made of licensed fastening systems which secure the wheelchair s rear axle and at the front the lower frame tubes from below Caution when transporting the LEVO compact easy in a motor vehicle be sure to disconnect the motor lead from the battery and electronic unit It is not permitted to transport the wheelchair in a motor vehicle when so
19. ch the majority of seat cushions securely The velcro fasteners prevent the cushion from slipping out of place even when you are standing up The height of the footrest should be adjusted to take into account the height of a given seat cushion Please consult your LEVO dealer 4 10 The brakes wheel locks The brakes lock the rear wheels fast and your LEVO compact easy is secure against unintended movement By pushing both brake levers forwards as far as they will go you should be able to lock the brakes The efficiency of the brakes is dependent on tyre pressure and profile which should be checked regularly Caution wet tyres or surfaces also have a detrimental effect on brake efficiency When altering the position of the wheel axle be sure to re adjust the brakes too 4 11 Adjusting the brakes The wheelchair should be unoccupied when dismantling the brakes Secure the wheelchair in such a way as to prevent it moving when the brakes are removed Relax the brake as far as it will go 17 Loosen the cylindrical screw on the brake mounting see photo left Adjust the position of the brake and the mounting to leave a gap of approximately 10 mm between brake shoe and tyre then screw the cylindrical screw tight again see photo above right Test the strength of the brake Should you need to tighten up the brakes set the brake shoe closer to the tyre To relax brake tension leave a larger gap between shoe and tyre
20. d person for assistance 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 compact easy completely clear of the steps Rather he should ensure that the rear wheels stay in contact with the steps at all times To surmount an obstacle e g driving up over the kerb from the street first tilt the wheelchair just enough to lift the front castors up onto the edge of the obstacle Push on until the large wheels are resting against the lip of the obstacle then lift them up and onto it by taking hold of either the backrest or the rear axle see diagram left 2 f a Bt i ee oa ea N ae cae Ts N A lt To descend down over an obstacle e g driving down from the kerb into the street first tilt the wheelchair up onto the rear wheels then push on and let the wheelchair down over the edge of the obstacle on two wheels see diagram above right 11 Should you have to be carried over three steps or more request the assistance of at least two able bodied persons Those assisting should only take hold of solid parts of the frame They should under no circumstances take hold of any moving parts such as the rear wheels or front castors see diagram left Proceed with great caution should you wish to overcome an obstacle alone You should be aware of the tendency of the wheelchair to t
21. djusted exactly to the users upper leg length This is important for a straight comfortable and correct standing position Attention the seat depth incorrectly adjusted can cause pain pressure sores or malpositions This adjustment may only be carried out by a LEVO dealer or a qualified specialist e Drive the seat up into a comfortable working position e Remove the seat upholstery e Unscrew all four hexagonal screws using a 4 mm Allen key at both inner edges of the adjusting levers as well as those at the outer edges of the seat supports and remove them see photo 1 e Adjust the seat to the desired depth by pulling all four rear seat support and adjusting lever tubes simultaneously out of the front tubes or pushing them inside e Retighten all eight hexagonal screws again Attention the hexagonal screws for the seat depth adjustment are safety coated with Tuflok They can be used approx three times until the coating has worn off For safety reasons use new screws after a couple of adjustments 8 2 The backrest and seat upholstery The surface flexibility of the backrest upholstery can be adjusted using the velcro fasteners The backrest can be tightened for a more upright seated posture or relaxed for more back support The seat upholstery can be similarly tightened or relaxed by use of velcro fasteners As a rule it should be as taut as possible Depending on the height of the cushioning in question it may be necessary to
22. e Ea AE Aa oetsaneoncdicpesteaduareaees 22 6 2 The quick release axleS mi tournen ea a e a Ta a Haase 22 63 ThE Castors ixducreiasiesznncvaasqnadacstatsareasaged sea aa eA a Era A AER e TEREE E ARDAO NAERAA Eih 23 Te RSS INNIS ch tt an at eaten aed Seed ah ha tal Ba Neo ra Seal Pace cn Sa i lla toad Seed Pach atte nds 23 gt SIVAN ae eaan da geceiw a a A a aa eas Rl Ue OE aE 23 Di Disposal yee ites 00 ses seit es cea ease cute nee A OA nae panes gana aaa yaad 24 10 Troubleshooting meinasi re aa an O E E a a ES 24 10 1 Trouble shooter general operation esessessesessseessesersssessessessresseesteseresseserssressessrssressesse 24 10 2 Trouble shooter the stand up mechanism ssssssesessssessessesseesstssresresseeseeseesseesseseesseesse 25 SERVICEMANUAL nerea aane A E RE EA ERTO AE TNA EAEE AAS 26 J Mie AUT EN is aces ssa cess ennaa hcg la nv a a a a a aaa aeaa 27 Dic Accidentprevention amp safetyorine niai e E EE E A E E EE E 21 3 Adjustments general instructions sessssessesessseessessesressessrssstestssressteseesresstessesrrsseessesseesees 2I A Repairs general instr ctions escsscnneesenonuice tece innn a n i daehs 27 Iio TOOSE frg ES na a a e e e a aar LESE 28 6 Important Notes aeann e e a Sent A T R as A natn td 0 28 7 Recommended safety checks s ssnssesesseessessessresseseesseesresresstestesesstesresrsseessessesstessessessresses 28 Be Adj stMentS ann ia n a a aE a a a he ote ees
23. ip over backwards if as the rear wheels contact the edge of the obstacle you attempt to surmount it by pushing down harder on the handring see diagram above right Never drive your wheelchair onto an escalator 2 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 tranfer from the wheelchair into another seat For safety reasons it is particularly important to note that when transfering even if the rear wheels are locked by the brakes the wheelchair can easily slip sideways if it is not carrying a load Keep in mind that insufficient tyre pressure or heavily worn tyre tread has a detrimental effect on braking efficiency After driving through a puddle keep in mind that wet tyres reduce braking efficiency as water on the surface of the tyres acts as a lubricant 2 5 Picking up objects from the wheelchair Always remember that picking up objects from the wheelchair will alter your centre of gravity and effect stability This can cause the wheelchair to tip over either backwards see diagram left sideways or forwards In the latter case to decrease the likelihood of tipping forwards enlarge the wheelbase by pointing the castors as if the wheelchair were moving backwards see diagram right It is also advisa
24. ly Important Make sure that the batteries are never completely unloaded over a longer time This could lead to a durable damage of the batteries The stand up mechanism may not be operated when the LEVO compact easy is plugged into the mains via the charger However in case of an emergency e g empty batteries it is still possible to return the LEVO compact easy to the seated position by plugging it into the mains via the charger 5 6 1 Recharging the batteries To recharge the batteries unplug the control cable from the armrest and plug the charger plug from the charger into the control cable and the charger itself into the mains see photo Option control panel To recharge the batteries plug the charger plug from the charger into the side of the control panel and the charger itself into the mains see photo right a on Recharging lasts approx 6 8 hours The batteries should be recharged as often as possible ideally on a daily basis 5 7 Points of safety In any situation demanding particular care and attention e g when in transit in motor vehicles aircraft etc or when the wheelchair is to be left unattended in the presence of children be sure to disconnect the control cable and or motor leads from the battery and electronic unit risk of accident 21 Disconnecting the control cable prevents children or other unauthorized persons tampering with the stand up mechanism Disconnecting the moto
25. mebody is still sitting in the wheelchair 13 3 Warranty Your LEVO product is guaranteed from the date of purchase for Two years covering all material and manufacturing defects of mechanical parts 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 Warranty claims should be directed to In Switzerland LEVO AG Other Countries To your local agent Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the front page 4 Sitting Driving In the LEVO compact easy you will enjoy all the handling qualities and comfort of an active wheelchair This section will tell you how to adapt the LEVO compact easy to suit your particular needs Before attempting adjustments yourself please consult your LEVO dealer 4 1 The rear wheels High pressure tyres are fitted as standard on the LEVO compact easy The diameter of the wheels depends on the height of the seat Thanks to the quick release axles the rear wheels can be easily removed and set back in place see photo left 4 2 Seat inclination The standard pre set angle of inclination is approx 5 to the rear By altering the height of the axle adapter it is possible to re set this angle to anything between 2 horizontal and 8 to the rear see photo above right To ensure these alterations do
26. nd below the armrest The height of the armrest may have to be adjusted to the velcro straps The armrest angle can also be adjusted if the armrests don t have the same angle or if they hang downwards after some time of use e Screw the threaded pin more towards the rear or the front using a 2 2 mm Allen key until you reach the desired armrest angle see photo 11 e See also Instruction Manual chapter B 3 9 Repairs 9 1 Replacing tire inner tube of rear wheels e Remove the wheel and open the valve before pressing down on it to let out the air see photo 12 e Using a bicycle tire wedge ease both sides of the tire over the N wheel rim and pull the inner tube out of the tire see photo 13 e Replace the inner tube by forcing one side of the tire back over the wheel rim pump up the tire a little ease the valve through into the hole and lay the inner tube along inside of the tire Once the whole tube is snug inside the tire force the other side of the tire back over the wheel rim starting on the side opposite the valve e Check lest the inner tube be caught between tire and rim before pumping it up in line with the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure see Technical Data section 12 33 9 2 Repairing the inner tube 9 3 Replacing the axle adapter Remove inner tube and tire following the steps described under 9 1 Repair the hole using a bicycle puncture repair kit and follow the manufacture
27. not compromise safety in the standing position the front wheel forks must be adjusted appropriately These adjustments should only be carried 14 out in consultation with your LEVO dealer For your own safety we recommend to fit anti tip rolls always 4 3 Armrests The height of the armrests is fully adjustable Take off the backrest upholstery Take off the velcro straps above the armrest joints to adjust the armrests higher or the ones below the armrest joints to adjust the armrests lower Loosen the cylindrical screw on either side of the armrest joints see photo left Adjust the height of the armrest moving the backrest connector together with the armrest joints along the backrest tubes up or down see picture right Re tighten both cylindrical screws again The armrest angle is also adjustable To raise the front end of the armrest screw the threaded pin clockwise further into the armrest joint see photo To lower the front end of the armrest screw the threaded pin anti clockwise out of the armrest joint see photo 4 4 Position of the rear wheels By re setting the axle adapter either further forward or further back you are able to increase or decrease respectively your LEVO compact easy s tendency to tip over see photo To avoid accidents tipping over we recommend the fitting of anti tip rollers see accessories Please consult your LEVO dealer 15 4 5 Position of the front castors The co
28. prosin aes a a a Ea E E ERREA 37 ll UC VARI gps eae sa See tech a a E a a a ace E ea E hoch O 37 P E E 111 A D E 1 E E EEE A AEAEE TE E EE 38 Seating and Standing Assessment Seat depth correct Seat depth too long 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 ae A r ORRAK N y Ankle Knee Hip joint straight Knee joint hyper extended Incomplete knee extension 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 cushion Hyper Lordosis Hyper extended iJ spine Seat 4 cushion Pelvis tilt gt A High A Ni incomplete hip H extension amp pressure Va espace 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 Moreover we declare valid the correspondence of this prod
29. r s instructions clean the area around the hole and roughen the tube surface see photo 14 before applying the vulcanized solution Allow to dry then firmly attach the rubber patch see photo 15 Again first allow to dry then pump up the tube to check that the patch is airtight Replace the inner tube Once the whole tube is snug inside the tire force the tire back over the wheel rim starting on the side opposite the valve Check lest the inner tube be caught between tire and rim before pumping it up in line with the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure see Technical Data section 12 There are a variety of axle adapters available by use of which the wheel axle can be set further forward or further back to increase or decrease respectively the tendency of the wheelchair to tip over see section 8 3 VE NN RAA N h A a aves 9 4 Replacing the gas springs e Loosen the inside A and top B on the right hand side but bottom on the left hexagonal screws using a 10 mm spanner then tighten both threaded pins C using a 3 mm Allen key see photo 16 e Slide the axle adapter off the tubular frame and the axle itself and replace it e Set the new axle adapter to the desired height loosen the two threaded pins and screw the two hexagonal screws tight There are a variety of gas springs of different strength available e g L spring 600 N Warning The gas springs are pressurized and are poten
30. r leads cuts the electricity supply to the motor and prevents the stand up mechanism being activated unintentionally 6 Storage 6 1 Folding down the backrest Your LEVO compact easy is equipped with a collapsable backrest which allows you to cut down significantly on the space required to store the wheelchair away To fold down the backrest first remove the two skirt guards Slightly slide back the two skirt guards and pull them up and off Two quick release bolts secure the backrest on either side on the inside of the backrest joint see photo left To remove the bolts press the button in the center of the handle and pull out of the backrest joint on either side see photo left Collaps the backrest forward see photo right 6 2 The quick release axles The quick release axles enable you speedily to remove and re mount the rear wheels of your LEVO compact easy thus reducing significantly the volume and weight of the wheelchair When removing a wheel the wheelchair must be unoccupied The wheelchair should be supported in such a way that it neither falls over nor rolls away after removing the wheel Depress the release button in the centre of the wheel then pull off or re mount the wheel see section 4 1 The rear wheels Having mounted the wheel push and pull it several times to ensure the quick release axle has definitely locked in 22 6 3 The castors To remove the front castor together with the front forks dep
31. repairs e g bent or damaged frame always replace complete components Never try to repair damaged steelwork or components e Replacement parts Factory replacement components should be used in all repairs these are available from LEVO AG To order parts see the parts list drawings at the end of this manual Caution check that the LEVO compact easy is not in the sitting position before carrying out any maintenance or repair work on the wheelchair s stand up mechanism Risk of accident Follow the instructions given in the relevant sections of the service manual 27 5 Tools amp torques The following tools are required to carry out maintenance work Screw size Torque in Nm Allen key Cross blade crewdriver Spanner M4 3 2 5mm Flat blade screwdriver 10 mm M5 6 3 mm Soft headed hammer 13 mm M6 10 4mm Torque wrench 17mm M8 25 5 mm 0 bis 50 Nm 27 mm M10 50 6 mm 8 mm 7 Important notes Do not reuse Nyloc nuts Always replace with a new Nyloc nut Always use thread locking compound Always use recommended components and parts available from LEVO AG Do not modify or repair the frame LEVO AG is responsible for any repairs on gas springs actuators and electronic parts Recommended safety checks Please note that the following safety checks should be carried out at least on an annual basis Have them carried out only by your LEVO dealer or an authorized technician If a defect occur
32. ress the quick release axle from underneath then pull off the forks see photo 8 Cleaning In the case of normal soiling clean the wheelchair with a moist cloth and thoroughly wipe dry In the case of stubborn soils use a mild detergent and warm water for cleaning Never apply furniture polish spirit or solvents to clean the frame Maintenance Your wheelchair is maintenance free dispensing with the need for further maintenance except for the following guidelines detailed below Please note that the wheelchair should be serviced by your local LEVO dealer at least on an annual basis to warranty safe and reliable function The user or their family can easily carry out the following tasks Keep the wheelchair clean never store it when damp Keep the batteries charged Check that all fittings harness etc are working properly Check that the push handles optional are securely fastened Check tire pressure once a week If necessary pump up the tires in line with manufacturer s recommendations see Technical Data section I Check the state of the tread on the tires of rear wheels and front castors every month If a tire is heavily or unevenly worn it should be replaced immediately Every month check that the brakes still work cleanly Having applied the brakes the wheels should stop turning completely If the brakes are ineffective they should be tightened up by your dealer If any faults are found immediately repor
33. rrect positioning of the front castors depends on the height of the rear wheels and is crucial in ensuring a safe standing position Please consult your LEVO dealer 4 6 Backrest inclination The standard pre set angle between backrest and seat is 90 It cannot be adjusted 4 7 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 vy The height of the footrest is adjustable and should be altered in line with your body proportions to guarantee the best standing position possible see photo arrow above Footrest adjustment should also take account of your choice of seat cushion Please consult your LEVO dealer The angle of the footrest can similarly be adjusted by plus minus 5 see photo arrow below 16 4 8 The calf heel strap The purpose of the calf heel strap is to prevent the legs and or feet slipping backwards It is fitted behind the heels or higher 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 4 9 The seat cushion There is a choice of various different seat cushions governed by your individual needs The velcro fasteners fitted to the surface of your seat should allow you to atta
34. ry and electronic unit see photo 23 e Caution depress all four tabs simultaneously not only the two upper ones The two lower ones may break off e Take out the batteries In so doing disconnect the pin contacts e Install the batteries in reverse order Attention Always replace both batteries together never just one Caution When working on the batteries take care not to short circuit them with metal tools etc Always take off wrist watches and jewelry When reconnecting the batteries check that the cables are connected to the correct terminals Caution Getting into contact with acid is dangerous After contact with acid immediately rinse off spilt acid from your body with water and consult your doctor Immediately take off all clothes covered with acid Always clean your hands after having carried out works on batteries 36 10 Testing the wheelchair After having carried out repairs on a wheelchair you should always check all functions for correct operation before returning the wheelchair to your customer The wheelchair should only be returned after all defects have been rectified 11 Cleaning Before you return the wheelchair to your customer make sure that the wheelchair is clean and dry e Remove dirt with a damp cloth and wipe dry e In the case of stubborn dirt use a mild detergent and warm water for cleaning e Never apply furniture polish spirit or solvents to clean the wheelchair 37 12 Technical Data
35. s immediately discontinue using the wheelchair until the defect is remedied 1 oY ee D 9 10 11 12 Fold down the backrest and reset Having put the backrest back in place check that the quick release bolts lock correctly Rectify possible defects Check the frame for possible defects Replace defective parts if in need of repair Check seat and backrest covers for possible wear and replace if necessary Check the condition of straps belts and catches and replace if necessary Check that nuts screws joints and plastic parts are securely tightened as well as for proper condition Rectify possible defects Check that push handles and handle covers fit tightly Rectify possible defects Check brakes for adequate braking efficiency Rectify possible defects Check that front castors and rear wheels run smoothly and are securely fastened Check tire pressure and the tread of the tire of rear wheels Check all electrical cables for abrasion marks and safe operation Rectify possible defects Check all electrical connections for signs of corrosion and safe operation Rectify possible defects Clean batteries and connections Check battery capacity and inform the customer of its condition Recharge the battery before returning the wheelchair to the customer Check the stand up mechanism and its proper operation Rectify possible defects 28 8 Adjustments 8 1 Seat depth The seat depth is adjustable and can be a
36. t them to your agent He will advise you whether to continue using the wheelchair or not and what action you should take to repair the wheelchair 23 9 Disposal e At the end of its service life the wheelchair should be returned to your LEVO dealer for proper disposal e Used batteries should also be returned to your LEVO dealer or to the place where you buy the new battery for proper disposal 10 Trouble shooting 10 1 Trouble shooter general operation pT Fatt Solution e Wheelchair will not travel ina e Pump up or repair the tyres See straight line or doesn t sit square on Technical Data section F 2 and Tyre the ground repair section C 1 Have a technician check and if need be adjust the rear wheel axle mounting front fork mounting etc 10 1 2 Discomfort in seated or standing Have a technician check and if need position be adjust the rear wheel axle mounting front fork mounting etc position technician check and if need be adjust the rear wheel axle mounting front fork mounting etc Wheelchair tips over backwards too Have a technician check and if need easily be adjust the rear wheel axle mounting front fork mounting etc Attach anti tip rollers see accessories 10 1 5 e Brakes don t brake effectively e Have a technician check and if need be adjust the brakes 10 1 4 10 1 3 Leg supports don t rest on the Caution no guarantee of stability ground in the uppermost standing when standing Imper
37. tially dangerous Always fit or remove them when they are extended NEVER try to fit or remove when they are compressed Lift up the spring clip A along the plastic ball joint B and lift the joint off see photo 17 It is not necessary to remove the spring clip A 34 e Drive the seat approx 4 cm down so that the plastic ball joints B lay in front of the drive shaft e Unscrew the gas springs turning to the right out of the rear connecting rod see photo 18 e Mount in reverse order making sure the gas spring is fully screwed home and that the lock nuts C are tight 9 5 Replacing the actuator lifting motor Warning The gas springs are pressurized and are potentially dangerous Always fit or remove the actuator when the gas springs are extended NEVER try to fit or remove the actuator when the gas springs are compressed Disconnect the actuator plug from the battery electronic box e Unscrew the lock nut at the drive shaft using a 17 mm spanner and a 8 mm Allen key see photo 19 e Have a strong person pull the seat down so that the gas springs are slightly pressurized and the tension on the cylindrical screw is removed Remove now the cylindrical screw from the drive shaft Let the seat slowly be carried back into the fully upright position e Loosen the lock nuts at the rear connecting rod using a 17 mm spanner and remove the cylindrical screws using a 8 mm Allen key see photo 19 Remove the actuator e
38. ucts with following norms nominal documents ISO 7176 1 EN 12182 ISO 7176 3 EN 12183 ISO 7176 8 EN 12184 ISO 7176 15 EN 60601 1 ISO 7176 16 EN 60601 1 2 UNI 14971 Type of stand up wheelchairs LEVO compact easy LCEV S M L XL Wohlen July 1 2004D Dr Kurt H Fischer Thomas Raber ol The experts in standing LEVO compact easy LCEV INSTRUCTIONMANUAL Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before you start to use your wheelchair 1 Important points to note before operating the LEVO compact easy LCEV Before using the LEVO compact easy either study the instruction manual yourself or have your LEVO dealer explain the instructions to you Standing up stresses your body in ways you may not be used to Therefore we recommend you consult your doctor or physical therapist before using the LEVO compact easy The LEVO compact easy should only be brought into the stand up position on firm level ground risk of tipping over The LEVO compact easy should only be brought into the stand up position with the brakes on The stand up mechanism should only be operated when the LEVO compact easy is occupied risk of accident Before standing up it is absolutely vital that the knee support and chest strap are fitted correctly see section 4 4 You should under no circumstances attempt to stand up without these safety restraints securely in place risk of accident In the case of strong or sudden spasms cramps or
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