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User Manual

LEVO

Please read these User Instructions carefully before operating your

wheelchair! Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious

personal injury and/or damage to the wheelchair! This is a type-approved
medical device. Alterations to the construction or electronics will void the

warranty and the product liability.

In case of difficulty please contact:

Manufacturer:

Agent:

LEVO

NGLIKERSTRASSE

+41

(0)56

618

OFFICE

LEVO

WITZERLAND

CH-5610

OHLEN

+41

(0)56

618

WWW

LEVO

LEVO AG

Anglikerstrasse 20
CH-5610 Wohlen

Tel:+41 (0)56 618 44 11

[email protected]

www.levo.ch

Summary of Contents for C3

Page 1: ... This is a type approved medical device Alterations to the construction or electronics will void the warranty and the product liability In case of difficulty please contact Manufacturer Agent LEVO AG ANGLIKERSTRASSE 20 TEL 41 0 56 618 44 11 OFFICE LEVO CH SWITZERLAND CH 5610 WOHLEN FAX 41 0 56 618 44 10 WWW LEVO CH LEVO AG Anglikerstrasse 20 CH 5610 Wohlen Tel 41 0 56 618 44 11 office levo ch www ...

Page 2: ...heelchair for use and operation 13 5 1 Dispatch and transport 13 5 2 Delivery 14 5 3 Storage 14 5 4 First adjustments 14 6 Control unit 15 6 1 VR2 control 15 6 1 1 On Off button 15 6 1 2 Battery gauge 15 6 1 3 Joystick 16 6 1 4 Speed 16 6 1 5 Change of the seat position 17 6 1 6 Light kit 18 6 1 7 Horn 18 6 1 8 Locking unlocking the wheelchair 18 6 2 R net control option 19 6 2 1 On Off button 19 ...

Page 3: ... 11 2 Change of the seat width 31 11 3 Change the distance between the armrests 31 11 4 Adjustment of the backrest angle 31 11 5 Change of the distance footrest seat cushion and angle adjustment of the footrest 32 11 6 Adjustment of the armrest height angle 32 11 7 Adjustment of the armrest length 33 11 8 Change the position of the control unit 33 11 9 Adjustment of the knee support 33 11 9 1 Knee...

Page 4: ...4 15 Maintenance 45 15 2 Service 45 15 3 Safety checks 45 15 3 1 Daily checks 45 15 3 2 Weekly checks 46 15 4 Spare parts 46 16 Disposal 47 17 Trouble shooting 48 18 Controller self help guide VR2 49 19 Controller self help guide R net 50 20 Technical Information 51 The wheelchair conforms to the following standards 52 21 Version Management 52 LEVO strongly recommends that wheelchair users a fully...

Page 5: ... physical therapist to confirm that there are no contraindications such as contractures orthostatic hypotension osteoporosis or other conditions present In the case of strong or sudden spasms cramps or similar conditions it is necessary that the user is allowed to stand only under the supervision of an accompanying attendant or caregiver As a LEVO customer you have the opportunity to make a valuab...

Page 6: ...n ground 4WD In sitting configuration the chair is driven by the middle wheels and the front wheels automatically lift of the floor which allows a very small turning circle In standing configuration the chair is driven by the front wheels and the middle wheels lift off the floor This allows also a great mobility in standing position In sitting or standing position the driven wheels are directly in...

Page 7: ...7 3 EC Declaration of Conformity ...

Page 8: ... black Max Load Max user 140kg max User Weight 120kg Nominal Gradient Nenn Steigung 10 Nominal Gradient unmoved direction downhill 10 3 2 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...

Page 9: ...uction manual yourself or if you cannot understand it get a friend to help you to do so Do not hesitate to ask for any explanation LEVO AG is not responsible for damage to persons or property resulting from the fact that the user or other person ignored the recommendations warnings and instructions specified in this manual For your own security we recommend you carefully read and follow all the in...

Page 10: ...odule when driving Otherwise the wheelchair will stop abruptly running the risk that you are thrown forward from the wheelchair Simply release the joystick to stop the wheelchair from moving Consider the national road regulations these are different from country to country It is usually prescribed by law which kind of streets can be used for which kind of vehicle Inquire at your road traffic licen...

Page 11: ...ration You should only bring the LEVO C3 into standing position if the chair is on even solid ground If this condition is not respected there is a danger of tipping over It s absolutely essential to mount the knee support and the chest belt correctly before you use the stand up function or begin driving see section 9 2 You should under no circumstances attempt to stand up without following all saf...

Page 12: ...ear You should only use original LEVO spare parts for any repairs or changes If you use other parts the function and the security of the wheelchair can be influenced Your safety is not guaranteed and the wheelchair is no longer covered under warranty Programming should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in depth knowledge of PG Drives electronic control systems Incorrect programmin...

Page 13: ...ince April 2011 Before shipping the 70A main fuse is taken out Before using the chair the main fuse has to be reinserted You should also do this when travelling by air with your wheelchair The main fuse housing is under the chair cover in the rear To get access carefully open the cover as shown above Open the fuse cover insert the fuse which is delivered in a separate plastic bag and snap the fuse...

Page 14: ...temperature between 40 and 60 Celsius between 30 and 140 Fahrenheit The humidity should not be above 90 Please observe these conditions to prolong the lifetime of your wheelchair To prevent the batteries from discharging too quickly we recommend you take out the main fuse see section 5 1 We also recommend charging the batteries at least every 2 months if the chair is not used 5 4 First adjustments...

Page 15: ...se in the following sections With the On Off button the chair can be turned on or switched off Do not use this button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency The battery gauge shows you that the wheelchair is switched on and it shows you how much power there is left in the batteries The gauge is also used for electronic fault detection see chapter 18 ...

Page 16: ...stick to the left will move the cahir to the left The joystick is also used to choose and to move the seat actuators see section 6 1 5 Speed gauge This is a gauge that shows the maximum speed setting for the wheelchair This gauge also indicates if the speed of the wheelchair is being limited or if the control system is locked If one LED is illuminated you will move at the slowest speed 5 illuminat...

Page 17: ...ed with the light kit you have one button to choose the actuators To activate the stand up function press the actuator button move the joystick to the left until the left LED under the actuator button is illuminated Now you can move the joystick forward to bring the chair into the stand up position To return to the seated position move the joystick backwards If you have the option Tilt in space on...

Page 18: ...button to switch the control system on The speed indicator will be rippling up and down Move the joystick forwards until the control system beeps Move the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now unlocked If you chose the optional light kit for your chair the keypad looks as shown on the left To activate the lights pres...

Page 19: ...e On Off button the chair can be turned on or switched off Do not use this button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency This gauge is only visible on the display if the controller is switched on It shows you how much power there is left in the batteries If the gauge starts to flash it means the chair is still working correctly but that the batteries should be charged very soon ...

Page 20: ...e brakes come on For backwards driving push the joystick backwards Pushing the joystick to the right results in movement to the right Pushing the joystick to the left will move the cahir to the left The joystick is also used to choose and to move the seat actuators see section 6 2 5 Speed gauge This indicator is only visible on the display when the control is switched on The display shows the set ...

Page 21: ...position The standing or the tilt motion can be stopped and fixed at any position 6 2 5 Change of the seat position 6 2 6 Light Kit If you chose the optional light kit for your chair the keypad looks as shown on the left To activate the lights press the light button to switch on the two front and two rear lights on your chair To indicate a left turn press the left indicator button To indicate to t...

Page 22: ...elease the on off button Move the joystick forwards until the control system beeps Move the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair Use the on off button to switch the control system on a lock is showed on the display Move the joystick forwards until the control system beeps Move the joy...

Page 23: ...VO C3 standard version no extra protective measures is supplied with a disruptive strength level of 20 vpm The LEVO C3 is constructed to resist to a regular level of interference as it occurs in a household Beside that there exist a certain number of sources of relatively strong magnetic fields from which you should stay at a safe distance Some of these magnetic fields are obvious and easy to avoi...

Page 24: ...cal power reaches high intensity in just a short time as soon as you get close to the source it is advised to take special care when carrying a sender and receiver with you If such an item gets too close to the controller of the wheelchair the electromagnetic energy can influence negatively the functioning of brakes as well as the drive characteristics of the wheelchair Warning Your wheelchair can...

Page 25: ...g up in the wheelchair and slowly driving it across the room The wheelchair allows you to drive in absolute safely in a sitting position on slopes with a maximum gradient up to 10 degrees When driving up or down steeper slopes than this or over uneven ground braking and steering response will be limited due to reduced traction On a slope do not lean out of the wheelchair down the slope Driving in ...

Page 26: ...LEVO charger delivered with the chair To charge the batteries switch off the control unit and plug the charger into the socket beneath the front of the joystick If the joystick is switched on the batteries will not charge It takes at least 10 hours to fully charge the batteries when completely discharged To disengage the motor brakes in order to push the chair manually switch off the controller pu...

Page 27: ...e support with just one hand To remove the knee support pull it gently back and then upwards If the adjustment is incorrect please see section 11 9 to adjust the knee support Adjustable knee pads are available To use the knee support make sure that it is correctly adjusted Pull the quick release knob A and bring the knee support into position Release the quick release knob and make sure it is lock...

Page 28: ... picture 2 Adjust the length of the strap so that it is not too tight but fits comfortably across your chest The length can be adjusted in two different ways There is a closure at the buckle for small adjustments of the length picture 3 If you need to adjust the length of the chest strap more you need to work at the back of the chest strap Take off the chest strap and change the length at the two ...

Page 29: ...g lever is in the ON position to ensure that the power wheels are acting as brakes Remove the chest strap and knee support Lift up the foot plates Transfer yourself in your usual way out of the wheelchair or have yourself transferred out of the wheelchair 10 3 Sideways transfer Drive as close as possible to a chair bed or any other objects you want to transfer to Make sure the joystick module is s...

Page 30: ...et the levers to the necessary length Tighten the screw release the bolt and lock the lever in the new position Now you can adjust the upper levers Release the screw pull the bolt A and B Now you can adjust the lever to the same number length as the lower levers Tighten the screw release the bolt and lock the lever in the new position Please see the red arrow on the picture Warning Please see the ...

Page 31: ...he seat plate follow the instructions in section 11 3 To adjust the knee support to the changed seat width follow the instructions in section 11 9 If the chair is equipped with the skirt guard you have to change the bracket to match it with the seat width Untighten the two screws Now you can adjust the armrests in the width If you have adjusted them to the desired width tighten the screws A A A A ...

Page 32: ...crew B The footrest will be adjusted with 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 Tighten the screw back in place On both sides there are 4 holes B you can use to adjust the height The angle of the footrest plate is adjustable by turning on the screw C If you turn the screw clockwise the plate is rising if you...

Page 33: ...put the screws E back into place and tighten them Adjustable knee pads are available To adjust the control unit to the inner or outer side loosen the screws B and screw C and bring the control unit into the necessary position When you reach the required position tighten the screws Adjustment of the angle Untighten the 4 screws F and adjust the angle of the knee support When you reach the required ...

Page 34: ... height 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 are available G G H You can adjust the height of the backrest by loosening the two screws I You are then able to shift the backrest up and down Once in the required position tighten the screws I Please double check the adj...

Page 35: ... more comfortable seat rest position The Tilt in space is a good preventive to decubitus In section 6 2 5 you can see how the Tilt in space can be adjusted The swing away joystick holder is used to drive closer to a table for example The transfer is also easier if the control unit is retractable With the aid of the magnet that s mounted at the armrest you can adjust the force needed to move the co...

Page 36: ... standing mechanism The skirt guard is easily displaceable for lateral transfers Just untighten the stop lever A and lift the skirt guard upwards to remove it Holds the thigh and stabilizes the leg axis in seating and standing positions Can be adapted individually in position distance angle and height To change the position open the zipper at the outside of the pad and loosen the screws Adjust the...

Page 37: ...better means to place and stabilize the feet They are individually adjustable by drilling two holes into the footplate at the required position and mounting the foot guides with the screws provided Some countries require a fully functional light kit to drive on public roads with the chair LEVO AG recommends you equip your chair with lights if you use your LEVO C3 predominantly outdoors If you wish...

Page 38: ... you are not satisfied with the standard joystick knob there are several different shapes available To change it just pull the knob upwards and push the new knob over the joystick post To have a better view in traffic rear view mirrors can be fitted ...

Page 39: ...k pin and fold it 13 2 Transportation in a vehicle without the person in the wheelchair When transporting the wheelchair in a motor vehicle make sure that the wheelchair is secured so as to prevent it sliding around or tipping over Just use the licensed fastening systems and secure the wheelchair at the marked anchorage points look for the hook stickers fitted ...

Page 40: ...40 Here is an example how the chair should be strapped down in a motor vehicle ...

Page 41: ...on This wheelchair is tested to ISO 7176 19 for use in road vehicles and meets the requirements for forward facing transport and head on collisions The wheelchair has not been tested for other directions in a vehicle Use WTORS Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint Systems only in accordance with the WTORS manufacturer s instruction Danger The wheelchair can only be secured by using the tie do...

Page 42: ...t Systems are only tested to 85 kg For wheelchairs heavier than 85 kg it is recommended to use to use an ISO 10542 1 compliant WTORS Heavy Duty System which is rated for the total weight of the wheelchair including any options If using a Heavy Duty System use 4 straps to secure the wheelchair 2 straps at the front and 2 straps at the back If using a standard 4 point WTORS for securing a wheelchair...

Page 43: ...lied on for occupant restraint in a moving vehicle Occupant restraints should make full contact with the shoulder chest and pelvis and pelvic belts should be positioned low on the pelvis near the thigh abdominal junction meeting the requirements specified in ISO 7176 19 2008 The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the midpoint of shoulder and across the chest as illustrated Restraint belts mu...

Page 44: ... damp cloth using a mild solution of warm water and a mild cleansing agent Never use furniture polish spirit or solvents to clean the frame In case of dirt on the seat cushion cover or the back rest cover you can remove them and wash then carefully Do not wash warmer than 40 degree Celsius or according the cleaning instructions on the label inside the cushion cover Caution Never use high pressure ...

Page 45: ...eekly Check operation of all controls daily If any faults are found report them immediately 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 15 3 Safety checks The electronic circuits in your control system have been designed to be extremely safe and reliable The on board microcomputer carries out safety check...

Page 46: ...ther three times pushing the joystick slowly backwards left and right Connectors Make sure that all connectors are securely in place Cables Check that all cables and connectors are undamaged Joystick gaiter Check the thin rubber gaiter or boot around the base of the joystick shaft for damaged or splitting Check visually only Do not handle the gaiter Mounting Make sure that all the components of th...

Page 47: ...that wheelchairs are returned through the dealer network for reuse if the product is not life expired Batteries Return old batteries to the point of sale of the wheelchair or of the batteries The dealer will dispose of them according to local regulations Remove the batteries especially carefully If the casing is damaged there is risk of a chemical burn Contact your LEVO dealer if in doubt ...

Page 48: ...f then on again Battery level indicator flashes rapidly See chapter 18 Driving Will not drive in a straight line Consult LEVO agent Motors turn and battery level indicator lights up but chair does not drive Push motor disengaging lever upwards Charge batteries Battery charger PF 2408 LED flashes red Wrong battery polarity Consult LEVO agent LED lights orange Charger not connected Connect battery L...

Page 49: ...position before switching on 6 yellow Charger connected The battery charger is plugged into the wheelchair Unplug the charger from the joystick module 5 yellow Right motor wiring fault The right hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Contact your local agent 4 yellow Right motor disconnected The right hand motor has a bad connection Make sure the motor connector is plugged in prope...

Page 50: ...the display Example below If you can t solve the problem with the displayed message you can enter the trip code on the PG Drives homepage http www pgdt com diagmob diagnostic asp There you will normally get some more information about the error and how you can solve it If you can t solve the problem please get in touch with your LEVO dealer ...

Page 51: ... structure Max 400 mm Seat plane angle Min 3 6 Max 31 4 Backrest angle Min 0 Max 25 Leg to seat surface angle Min 90 Max 180 Horizontal location of axle Max 160 mm Type of tire breakdown safe without air Size of tire front 2 80 2 50 4 middle 3 00 8 back 7x1 3 4 Max weight 185 kg Max total load 140 kg Speed 0 10 km h Turning diameter 1100 mm Nominal Gradient in sitting position Max 10 Nominal Gradi...

Page 52: ...008 12 09 Additions for Handicap Institute T Meier 1 3 2009 02 05 Miscellaneous changes in chapters T Meier 1 4 2009 02 24 Additions for the R net control system T Meier 1 5 2010 01 01 Miscellaneous changes in chapters T Räber 1 6 2010 07 23 Additional in safety instructions H Bögli 1 7 2011 04 01 New main fuse version H Bögli 1 8 2012 04 12 Improvements H Bögli 1 9 2014 05 23 Declaration of Confo...

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