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1. TECHNICAL SUPPORT In the event of technical problems you should contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA at 1 800 736 0925 Always state the chassis serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided SPARE PARTS amp ACCESSORIES Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through your dealer WARRANTY A warranty registration card is attached to each new wheelchair The Permobil Inc Product Warranty Information sets forth the conditions of the warranty Contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA for information about the warranty period for this wheelchair User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A stand up wheelchair is a complicated product Therefore you need to be very careful when you use and handle it It is important to read and follow the instructions and safety rules given in this user manual before starting to use your wheelchair as incorrect use could lead to injury to the user or damage to the wheelchair Warning labels The user manual contains the following warning labels which are intended to draw attention to situations which could lead to problems near accidents personal injury or damage to the wheelchair etc A CAUTION Take care here A WARNING Take extra care here Risk of personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings Permobil accepts no liability for personal in
2. User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly secured An inadequately secured wheelchair could cause major damage and injury if it broke loose both to persons in the transport vehicle and to the vehicle and the wheelchair itself Use in motor vehicles forbidden We recommend that users are NOT transported in any vehicle while seated in the wheelchair The only safe option is for the user to move to a seat in the vehicle and to use the vehicle s seat belt system Do not sit in the wheelchair in a moving vehicle In the event of an accident or a sudden stop the user could be thrown from the chair resulting in serious injuries The seat belt is solely designed to hold the user in place and offers no protection in the event of an accident User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A WARNING Maintenance and service Carry out only the servicing and maintenance activities indicated in this user manual All other service alterations and changes to the wheelchair and the vital systems of its accessories must be carried out by a competent service engineer or a person suitably qualified to do so in an expert manner In case of doubt always contact a qualified service engineer or Permobil Use only spare parts or
3. Position 2 In order to get the back rest to recline a further 7 in the raised position fit the screw to position 2 Position 3 In order to get the back rest to incline forward a further 6 in the raised position fit the screw to position 3 Remove the screw holding it under the seat frame and replace in the required position Make sure that the wheelchair is both comfortable and secure in both sitting and standing position Adjust if necessary 4 A f The lower seat frame can be fitted in three different positions 31 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Anti tip protection The anti tip protection is fitted to the rear of the wheelchair Used correctly it can prevent the wheelchair from tipping over Using the anti tip protection is recommended in all circumstances However it may sometimes be necessary to temporarily fold up the anti tip protection for example in order to raise the front wheels from the ground in order to get over a curb or other obstacles Folding up the anti tip protection 1 Press the lock button to release the anti tip protection 2 Turn the anti tip protection upwards so that the wheels are in the upper position Turn the anti tip protection down again as soon as possible Folding the anti tip protection down Turn the anti tip protection downwards so that the wheels are in the lowest position Make sure that the lock button secures the anti tip protection in this position
4. depressions Make sure the brakes are activated If this is not the case the wheelchair may roll away with the risk of personal injury Make sure that the knee supports are correctly secured See page 22 Make sure that the arm rest is correctly secured in the raising position See page 23 Raising Press the right or left button depending on whether the seat is to be raised to the standing position or lowered to the normal or reclined position To stop the system release the button You can stop at any intermediate position Once the system has reached its end point it will stop automatically A CAUTION Stress on the muscles may be relieved by taking regular rest periods Make sure that the coiled cable never wraps around the arm rest either in the position for the arm rest or the chest support as it may be damaged when the arm rest swings round If the cable is damaged due to being cut or squeezed this is not covered by the warranty User Manual LSR Operation Operation Raising function Knee supports Before raising may commence the knee supports must be secured in the right posi tion The knee supports place pressure on the upper section of the shin when the wheelchair mechanisms work together to raise the body to the standing position Securing the knee supports In order to secure the knee supports turn each of them inwards so that they dock The left knee support must be put in place first so th
5. ei feiert Anti tip protection in down Anti tip protection in up position position A WARNING As the wheelchair may tip backwards when the anti tip protection is not down it is extremely important that it is always down when the wheelchair is in use Using the wheelchair without having the anti tip protection down may lead to the wheelchair tipping causing personal injury and damage to the wheelchair 32 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Brakes The brakes must be adjusted regularly Adjustment is also required as soon as the rear wheel attachments have been moved 1 Remove the two screws on the inside of the frame holding the brake mechanism on the left or right side of the chair Move the brake mechanism to the required position Secure the brake mechanism to the required position by refitting the screws A CAUTION The air pressure of the tire has a huge impact on the ability of the brake to lock the wheel Therefore make sure that the tires have the correct air pressure before adjusting the brakes The brake mechanism is attached by two screws 33 User Manual LSR Transport Transport Wheels In order to reduce the total size of the wheelchair for transport or storage the wheels can easily be removed Removal Press on the button in the center of the wheel and pull the wheel fully out Assembly Press the button in the center of the wheel and push the wheel axle into t
6. the front of the knee Dimension D on page one of the order form Seat depth The measurement from the front of the leg rest to the plastic plug on the rear of the seat frame 1 Remove the screws securing the setting for the top and bottom of the seat frame on the left or right side of the seat 2 Adjust to the required seat depth by counting how many holes are visible on the seat frame inner tube see table below 3 Secure the required setting using the screws previously removed Seat depth Visible measured from holes the front of the leg on the rest to the plastic seat plug on the rear of frame the seat frame inner Adjusting the seat depth A CAUTION THE UPPER AND LOWER SEAT FRAME MUST BE ADJUSTED IDENTICALLY When reducing the seat depth it is best to adjust the upper seat frame first When increasing the seat depth it is best to adjust the lower seat frame first 26 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Center of gravity Once the seat depth has been adjusted it may be necessary to adjust the center of gravity This is done by moving the mounting for the rear wheels 1 Remove the two screws and nuts on the left or right side of the chair that hold the rear a wheel mounting in place Secure the wheel mounting 2 Return the wheel mounting to using two screws the required position A CAUTION If the rear wheel mountings are moved forwards the center of gravity moves bac
7. wheelchair tires is correct before you start using the wheelchair If in any situation you find that the wheelchair does not behave as expected or you suspect that something is wrong contact your service contact or Permobil for information User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A CAUTION Operation Do not allow children to drive the wheelchair unsupervised Do not use the wheelchair on public streets and roads Follow local regulations for pedestrians and remember that vehicle drivers may find it difficult to see you Do not drive the wheelchair if you are under the influence of alcohol Alcohol may affect your ability to use the wheelchair safely Some physical limitations or the ingestion of medicines either prescription or over the counter medicines may limit your ability to use the wheelchair safely Always consult your physician about your limitations and medicines A WARNING Maintenance and service Carry out only the servicing and maintenance activities indicated in this user manual All other servicing changes and interventions in the wheelchair should be carried out by a qualified service engineer or a person with adequate knowledge to undertake this in an expert manner In case of doubt always contact a qualified service engineer or Permobil Weight limits The maximum user weight for your wheelchair is specified in the specifications section of this user manual If
8. 0 le ET EE 24 Reie DR EE 24 Knee supports 25 Seat depth 26 Center of gravity 27 Back rest height 28 Back rest angle en 29 Equalization system ws 80 Anti tip protection nis 82 BAK OS eessen eege EENS EES 33 EAA DOM EEIE TT A ee SEELEN EEN ees Wheels Beete Eeer Ee EENS E 34 Maintenance and ET 36 GONG Mal kes tyseseceveesecgstnstien naa aaraa Batteries storage Charging e EE EE e E VIE Technical specifications User Manual LSR Important information Important information about the user manual Congratulations on choosing a LifeStand stand up wheelchair Our aim is your continued satisfaction with your choice of supplier and wheelchair Before you start using your wheelchair it is important to read and understand this user manual and in particular the section on Safety The user manual is primarily intended to inform you about the functions and capabilities of your wheelchair and to advise you on the best way of using it It also contains important safety and maintenance information and describes some of the problems which might arise when you drive the wheelchair Always keep the user manual on or near your wheelchair as you may need to consult it for essential information on use safety and maintenance You can also find information on our products on our website You will find us at www permobil com All information and all photographs illustrations and specifica
9. CE UK User manual LSR Wheelchair with stand up function LIFESTAND PERMOBIL GROUP Where to find Permobil Permobil Europe BV is responsible for the servicing and sales carried out by its importers and local dealers throughout large parts of Europe So contact us if you have any questions regarding servicing or sales in the area where you live Permobil Europe BV De Doom 22 NL 6419 CX Heerlen Netherlands Tel 31 0 45 564 54 90 Fax 31 0 45 564 54 91 Email europe permobil nl The Permobil Group s Head Office Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden Tel 46 60 59 59 00 Fax 46 60 57 52 50 E mail info permobil se LSR Wheelchair with stand up function Produced and published by Permobil AB Sweden Version 1 2011 01 Art no 205259 US 0 User Manual LSR Contents Important information cceccc eee cece cee ee ee nekt cece nee cece gees cease ANEA eee eee aeee cesses caeeeeeaeeeseaeeeseaeeeseeneaeeeeaes 6 General Information Technical support aati Spare Darts amp acCeseorles tettu kutu AE nk EAEn AEA EENEAEENEANEEAEE AEA AEAEENEENEAEENE EEEE EE EEEn 7 NG le WEE Warranty amp servicing a PFOGUCE AD re Safety rules and regulations iissa edida Sege eege Eu 8 15 De SIQ EE Lee EE General overview PRAISING TUNCTON EE Control panel for raising uncton eect ceeeeceee cee cee eeeeeeeeeeecaeeceeeeeeaesaaeseeeseeeeeaeeseeeeee 18 le le EE Genera SEL Elle Bt Die e EE 2
10. When moving from a sitting to standing position the selected back rest angle can cause an undesirable effect For example it is possible that a straighter back angle that works well in a sitting position may have a tendency to cause a position that is inclined too far forward in a standing position Conversely a reclined angle may cause a position that is too far inclined and unstable in a standing position This can be adjusted using the equalization system see page 30 Adjustment 29 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Equalization system When moving from a sitting to standing position the selected back rest angle can cause an undesirable effect For example it is possible that a straighter back angle that works well in a sitting position may have a tendency to cause a position that is inclined too far forward in a standing position Conversely a reclined angle may cause a position that is too far inclined and unstable in a standing position The equalization system allows a more inclined or upright back rest angle in a standing position compared with the back rest angle in a seating position 30 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment The upper and lower seat frame and the back rest frame are all fitted to the back joint attachment The lower seat frame can be fitted in three different positions See picture Position 1 To get a constant angle on the back rest when raising fit the screw to position 1
11. a few degrees warmer than the surroundings as this keeps the room drier The life of the battery depends entirely on regular charging Short term storage For the charging process to produce a battery with good capacity the tempera ture in the storage room should not be lower than 5 degrees If it is stored at a temperature below 5 degrees there is a higher risk that the battery has not been fully charged when it comes to be used and also a higher risk of corrosion Long term storage The batteries may be stored in an unheated room but they should be charged at least once a month for maintenance purposes A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles 37 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs Charging batteries The wheelchair s two batteries 2 x 2Ah are sufficient for 120 raising cycles sit stand sit If the battery level falls too low the control panel will emit an acoustic signal that indicates that the batteries need charging In that case the battery has enough power for a further 10 cycles We recommend that the user return to sitting position and charge the batteries before using this function again A CAUTION The batteries must be fully charged before using the wheelchair for the first time Connect the charger cable to the control panel 2 Conn
12. accessories approved or recommended by Permobil All other use could lead to changes which might impair the functions and safety of the wheelchair It could also lead to the warranty for your wheelchair becom ing invalid Damage to breakdowns in the wheelchair and its accessories If at any point you notice that the wheelchair and its various functions are not behaving as expected or if you suspect something is wrong stop using your wheelchair as soon as possible turn off the wheelchair and contact your mobility aids center or Permobil for information It is extremely important that Permobil is informed if the wheelchair or its accessories have been damaged during transport during driving or for any other reason as soon as possible after the damage has occurred There could be a risk that the wheelchair and its accessories can no longer be operated safely and without danger User Manual LSR Design and function Design amp function General LSR is a manual wheelchair for outdoor and indoor use It is intended for people with physical disabilities Its raising function allows the user greater freedom of movement We recommend gradual training in standing up under the guidance of a physiotherapist before you use LSR every day You will gain the greatest benefit in standing up if you regularly switch between a sitting and a standing position This alternation is simple with the LSR wheelchair The wheelchair is aquipped with armr
13. air resulting in serious injuries Permobil s seat belt is solely designed to hold the user in place and offers no protection in the event of an accident 35 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs General To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used correctly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults A CAUTION Some repairs may require tools other than those supplied with the wheelchair A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a qualified Permobil service engineer 36 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs Batteries storage e Please note that a battery discharges itself and that a discharged battery can burst when it is cold If the wheelchair is to be stored unused for an extended period of time the batteries must always be charged once a month to avoid damaging them e The wheelchair must not be stored in areas subject to condensation steam or moisture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar The wheelchair may be stored in an unheated room From the point of view of corrosion it is best for the room to be
14. ar situations Do not use the wheelchair when it is icy or slippery outdoors These conditions may impair the performance and safety of the wheelchair which could result in accident personal injury and damage to property including damage to the wheelchair User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A WARNING Seat belt The seat belt is only designed to hold the user in place and not as protection in the case of collision accident Check the condition of the belts regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed Getting in and out of the chair Make sure the wheelchair brakes are activated before getting into or out of the wheelchair When getting into or out of the wheelchair you should take all precautions to reduce the distance between the wheelchair and the point to which the user is moving If this distance is increased it could result in the user losing balance or falling over We recommend that users get in and out with another person present to keep an eye on the operation or to help Be careful when bending down or reaching out to get something Do not use the foot plates or arm rests as supports when getting into or out of the wheelchair The foot plates and arm rests are not intended to support heavy loads Unnecessarily high load could cause them to give way which could result in personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair
15. at the right knee support can be secured in the knee support s locking mechanism Release the knee supports In order to release the knee support AA CAUTION mechanism and turn the knee support released in sitting position outwards Knee supports in unfolded position Knee supports secured in position for raising 22 User Manual LSR Operation Operation Raising function Arm rest Before raising may commence the arm rests must be secured in the right posi tion The arm rests then provide support for the upper body during the raising process and in the standing position Secure the arm rests in the raising position Lift the arm rests and turn them inwards at the same time With the outer angled section of the arm rests in the horizontal position lower the arm rests again so that they are secured in the raising position Arm rests in normal position Arm rests in raising position A CAUTION Make sure that the coiled cable never wraps around the arm rest either in the position for the arm rest or the chest support as it may be damaged when the arm rest swings round If the cable is damaged due to being cut or squeezed this is not covered by the warranty 23 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Foot and leg rest For the best sitting comfort and to achieve the correct position for standing up the distance between the foot plates and the seat must be adjusted to a suitable length It is
16. ease the air from the tire Take the tire off the wheel rim Replace the inner tube Put the tire back on the wheel rim and fill with air Replace the wheel by pressing the button in the center of the wheel and at the same time pushing the entire wheel into its mounting on the wheelchair A WARNING The recommended tire pressure is 750 kPa 7 5 bar Overfilling entails a risk of explosion The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability So check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure 41 User Manual LSR Technical specifications Technical specifications General Name LSR Dimensions and weight Max User Weight ccccceecececeeceeeeeeeneeeeeseeeeeeeeeenaees 120 kg Seat width 36 40 44 48 cm Seat depth EE 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 cm del WAG EAEE E 58 70 cm Total Length 94 106 cm Total Height EE 84 104 cm AEO N RENARE E TTA T E E A TETE 32 kg Wheels Rear tire GiM NSIONS 24 x1 25x540 ROC tire Dreeeurg issciceccciseccosscsssctsencssstssscsscacetsossoczssaceasss 750 kPa 7 5 bar Batteries Battery Capacity sisiesccctsdvisfeencstseeiiieeis tsetse EEEE 2 x 2Ah Frame Aluminum frame coated with corrosion protective colour 42 43 UK LIFESTAND PERMOBIL GROUP Item No 205259 US 0
17. ect the charger to a 230 volt wall socket The light signal on the charger is orange during charging When the batteries are charged a green light will be displayed on the charger 3 Once charging is complete unplug the charger from the wall socket before the cable is removed from the control panel It takes between 4 5 hours to charge the batteries fully The charger cable is connected to the control panel 38 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs Cleaning Regular care and maintenance will prevent unnecessary wear and damage to your wheelchair Below is some general advice For severe soiling of the upholstery or damage to the surface finish contact Permobil for information Upholstery fabric viny For normal cleaning wash the upholstery with lukewarm water and a mild non abrasive soap Use a soft cloth or brush Before the surface dries wipe off any water soap residues with a clean dry cloth This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt or stains Metal surfaces For normal cleaning it is best to use a soft cloth sponge hot water and a mild detergent Wipe down carefully with a cloth and water and dry off Remove scuff marks from semi matt surfaces with soft wax follow manufacturer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing apply soft car wax to restore the original surface gloss Plastic
18. erson watching or helping you The front wheels can be raised from the ground by your carer by treading on the anti tip protection on the rear of the chair and pulling back and down on the carer handle at the same time Although it is not recommended for the chair to be tipped back any further the anti tip protection will touch the floor it is possible This is done by turning the anti tip protection to the upper position see page 32 Make sure to put the anti tip protection into operational mode again once the procedure is complete Driving on inclines When moving uphill always lean forwards and avoid changing direction suddenly When moving downhill always lean backwards It is also important to keep speed and direction under control Make sure that the wheelchair is facing up or down the hill Never try to drive diagonally or swing down a slope 11 User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A WARNING Passengers The wheelchair is not designed to transport passengers whatever their age Nor is it designed for taking heavy items other than the user s personal belong ings The maximum user weight specified in the user manual for the seat in question must not be exceeded Ignoring this could impair the wheelchair s maneuverability and stability Operation in different climates Avoid exposing the wheelchair to very low temperatures prolonged moisture heavy rain snowfall and simil
19. ests fotplates anti tip protection and battery charger Overview 1 Arm rest 5 Push handle 2 Knee supports 6 Back rest 3 Leg rest 7 Rear wheels 4 Foot plate 8 Front wheels User Manual LSR Design and function Design amp function Raising function The electric raising function makes it possible for the user to stand up in their wheelchair This function is accessed from a control panel located on one arm rest Stand up function User Manual LSR Design and function Design amp function Control panel for raising function The control panel has two buttons to control the seat s raising function The control panel is secured by means of Velcro and can be fitted to either arm rest in the position that best suits the user There is a socket at the front of the control panel for connecting the accompanying battery charger Function keys User Manual LSR Operation Operation General LSR is designed for use both indoors and outdoors For use indoors attention must be paid when driving in narrow corridors when passing through doors and entrances and when traveling on elevators and ramps etc Remember that there is a risk of crushing when using the electrical raising function Outdoors you must remember to travel very slowly on steep downhill slopes and take great care on uneven surfaces uphill slopes and sideways gradients Always observe a good safe distance when driving near edges and precipices We rec
20. he wheel attachment until it stops and locks securely Make sure that the wheel is correctly secured before using the wheelchair A WARNING Make sure that the wheels are correctly secured before using the wheelchair 34 User Manual LSR Transport Transport Back rest In order to reduce the total size of the wheelchair for transport or storage the back rest can easily be folded down Folding down the back rest Undo the two locking pins for the back rest joint by pulling on the cord on the rear of the back rest and carefully folding the back rest forward at the same time See picture Unfolding the back rest Carefully unfold the back rest until the locking pins secure the back rest in the fully unfolded position A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly secured An inadequately secured wheelchair could cause major damage and injury if it broke loose both to persons in the transport vehicle and to the vehicle and the wheelchair itself Use in motor vehicles forbidden Permobil recommends that users are NOT transported in any vehicle while seated in the wheelchair The only safe option is for the user to move to a seat in the vehicle and to use the vehicle s seat belt system Do not sit in the wheelchair in a moving vehicle In the event of an accident or a sudden stop the user could be thrown from the ch
21. important that the seat cushion that the customer will then use is also used when adjusting the leg rests The length of the leg rests is then adjusted so that the user s thighs are parallel with the seat frame but a little higher at the front of the cushion The result will then be suitable pressure on the thigh and bottom when sitting as well as a suitable hip rota tion and extension in the standing position The length adjustment is carried out in fixed stages of 20 mm The same screws are used to adjust the angle of the foot plate to plus or minus 5 degrees 1 Remove the foot plate which is attached by two screws on the left or right side 2 Fit the foot plate to the required hole configuration on the leg rest Fit using the upper screws 3 Adjust the foot plate to the required angle and secure with the lower screws Adjustment of leg rests and foot plates 24 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Knee supports Loosen the screws holding the knee support pads in place Adjust the distance between the pads and their angle to the required position Secure in the required position by tightening the screws again 25 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment Seat depth The seat depth can be adjusted in 8 fixed stages from 41 55 cm There are two measurements required to be able to adjust the seat depth correctly The length of the thigh the length of the thigh in sitting position from the backside to
22. jury or damage to property which may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to follow the recommendations warnings and instructions given in this user manual User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations Your wheelchair may have been adjusted precisely to your needs on delivery so you should always ask the advice of the person who provided the seat for you before making changes or adjustments to the wheelchair Certain adjustments may impair the wheelchair s safety functions or its suitability for your needs It is also extremely important to take the necessary time to familiarize yourself with the raising function of the wheelchair before you start using it Do not make your first attempt to stand up on your own Make sure you have assistance close by if you should need help To ensure that the seat has not been damaged during transport to you please check the following before initial use Check that all products ordered are included in the delivery If you suspect that something is missing contact your mobility aids center or Permobil as soon as possible for further information e Check that no transport damage or other damage has occurred to the seat or its accessories If you discover any damage or notice any other problem contact your mobility aids center or Permobil as soon as possible for further information before continuing your inspection Also check that the air pressure in the
23. kwards which means that the front section of the wheelchair will be lighter and the wheelchair may more easily tip backwards If the rear wheel mountings are moved backwards the center of gravity moves forwards which means that the front section of the wheelchair will be heavier and the wheelchair will be more stable A WARNING Adjusting the rear wheel mounting changes the center of gravity and driving properties of the wheelchair For this reason particular attention should be paid when the user then tries the chair for the first time 27 User Manual LSR Adjustment Adjustment The height of the arm rest The height of the arm rest can be adjusted to provide the user with optimal comfort Adjustment 1 Loosen the two screws holding the arm rest see picture 2 Refit the arm rest to the required hole configuration and secure using the two screws see picture A WARNING Do not subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing The arm rest is attached using two screws 28 User Manual LSR Adjustment Back rest angle For optimal comfort the back rest angle can be adjusted from 3 to 12 1 Undo the two screws on the left or right side that fix the back rest angle 2 Adjust the back rest to the required angle and secure by tightening the screws again Es The angle of the back rest is secured using two screws on the left or right side A CAUTION
24. ommend that you practice in an environment in which you feel safe so that you are very familiar with how the wheelchair and its accessories behave in different situations before you start to use the wheelchair in public locations Armrests The armrests can be folded backwards to facilitate when getting in and out of the chair See fig below User Manual LSR Operation Operation Raising function General The wheelchair seat is operated via its control panel The control panel has two buttons Before using the raising function it is extremely important that all the seat s settings are adapted to the current user More detailed information on adjustments can be found on pages 24 33 Left button Arrow forward This button is used to operate the rais ing function from sitting to standing position or to move from reclined to sitting position Control panel for raising Right button Arrow backward function This button is used to move from stand ing to sitting position or to move from A WARNING sitting to a slightly reclined position Use the raising function with great care and be aware of the danger of crushing Using the control panel the position of the seat can be changed between reclined normal sitting and standing position 20 User Manual LSR Operation Operation Raising function A WARNING Make sure that the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface free of obstacles or ground
25. s For normal cleaning wash plastic surfaces with a soft cloth mild detergent and hot water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners Control panel Use a soft damp cloth with a mild detergent Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners The panel must not be rinsed with water or any other liquid Checking the seat belts If the wheelchair is equipped with a seat belt the condition of the belt must be checked regularly to ensure no damage or worn areas have developed A WARNING Never hose the wheelchair down as the electronics may be damaged The wheelchair must always be turned off when being cleaned 39 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs Wheels Check at regular intervals that the wheel chair s tires have the correct tire pres sure The correct tire pressure provides the best movement and comfort and a lower risk of puncture Therefore check regularly that the tires have a pressure of 750 kPa 7 5 bar Pumping tires with air 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the tire valve 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle Filling valve to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the correct level 40 User Manual LSR Maintenance and repairs Changing an inner tube 1 ao FY WD Remove the relevant wheel by pressing the button in the center of the wheel and at the same time pulling the entire wheel out Rel
26. the wheelchair is used by anyone who weighs more than the maximum permitted user weight the result may be personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair This may also invalidate the wheelchair s warranty Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair This can lead to personal injury and damage to the wheelchair 10 User Manual LSR Safety rules and regulations Safety rules and regulations A WARNING Driving on sloping surfaces When you drive up a slope ensure that you drive the wheelchair straight up the slope vertically If you drive at an angle there is an increased risk of tipping over or falling Be extremely careful when you drive up a slope Always avoid driving on slopes covered with snow ice gravel clay sand wet leaves or similar or where the surface is uneven A WARNING Operation turning cornering The risk of the wheelchair tipping over increases at high turning speed in tight curves on uneven surfaces with fast changes of direction and if you drive from a place with low friction for example a lawn to a place with high friction for example a gravel road To avoid tipping over with the risk of personal injury or damage to property that entails you should always drive slowly when turning cornering and changing direction Driving on steps and stairs Wherever you come across obstacles you should always approach them slowly preferably in the company of another p
27. tions are based on the product information that was available at the time this user manual was print ed Pictures and illustrations that appear in the user manual are typical examples and are not intended to be exact depictions of different parts of the wheelchair We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notification Ordering of Documentation If you are in need of another copy of the Owner s Manual it can be ordered from Permobil Benefits of a Daily Standing Regimen The use of any stand up device should be done only under the prescription and supervision of a medical professional At the outset it is recommended that your introduction to regular standing be closely monitored by your Physical or Occupational Therapist It has been documented that the regular and cyclical activity of going from the seated to the standing position may offer many benefits to those that are no longer able to stand on their own The benefits are two fold 1 there is the ability to once again function in daily activities that necessitate standing reaching file cabinets and equipment in the workplace accessing cupboards stoves shelving at home as well as the ability to interact eye to eye and 2 the potential of physical benefits that result from repeated standing these benefits may include improved range of motion bone density circulation bowel and bladder function etc User Manual LSR Technical support warranty etc

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