Helium User’s Manual March 2010
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new LifeStand Stand-up Wheelchair by Permobil!
You may have confidence in knowing that you have acquired the best in technology from the worldwide leader
in mobility products.
Before operating your stand-up wheelchair, it is essential to read and carefully follow the below
instructions and operating procedures.
Safety and maintenance:
1) Standing environment
The stand-up feature of this device must only be used on flat, obstacle free surfaces and away from stairs,
ramps, slopes, uneven surfaces or inclines of any kind.
2) Adjustments
Adjustments made to a LifeStand stand-up wheelchair, as described in this document or otherwise, must be
made by an authorized Permobil dealer. Under no circumstance should these adjustments be made by the end
user or non-authorized personnel.
3) Maintenance
It is recommended that you complete a weekly and monthly inspection of your wheelchair. It is also
recommended that it be serviced annually by an authorized Permobil dealer.
4) 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.).
Label:
Compliance of this device to annex I of the EU directive 93/42/EEC is
confirmed by this CE label.
