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Folding wheelchair for heavy loads
Operating instructions

 Version  2.0.0 

Summary of Contents for CANEO_XL

Page 1: ...DE EN IT NL FR Folding wheelchair for heavy loads Operating instructions Version 2 0 0 ...

Page 2: ... Reutäckerstraße 12 76307 Karlsbad Tel 49 7248 9186 0 Fax 49 7248 9186 86 info dietz reha de www dietz reha de 2017 DIETZ GmbH Pictures and Illustrations in this user manual may differ from the actual product 2 DIETZ GmbH Operating instructions Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL Version 2 0 0 EN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CANEO_XL ...

Page 3: ...and caring for the wheelchair If you have any ques tions or require additional information please contact the specialist re tailer which supplied the wheelchair to you These operating instructions contain all of the instructions necessary for adjusting and operating the CANEO_XL wheelchair 3 DE EN FR IT NL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CANEO_XL NOTE For better visibility find our user manual also online ...

Page 4: ...eg rests 13 3 4 Foot plates board 14 3 5 Removing and connecting the rear wheels 15 3 6 Seat depth 16 3 7 Lower leg length 17 04 Drive mode 4 1 Getting in and out of your wheelchair 18 4 2 Swivelling the side panels back 20 4 3 Folding up the foot plates 20 4 4 Swivelling away and detaching the leg rests 21 4 5 Propelling and slowing down the wheelchair with the push rims 22 4 6 Locking brakes 23 ...

Page 5: ...ng the wheelbase 31 06 Technical data Dietz s measurement system 32 Dimensions and weight 34 Maintenance log 35 07 General safety instructions Safety instructions 36 CONTENTS 08 Instructions for general use Checking the wheelchair by the user 38 Care instructions for the user 39 Labels Serial number 39 Disposal 39 Forwarding Reusing 40 09 Guarantee Warranty 41 Declaration of conformity 41 Responsi...

Page 6: ...s speci fication can be checked on the serial number sticker placed on the cross bar frame INDICATION Inability to walk or severely pronounced walking disability due to w w Paralysis w w Loss of limbs w w Limb defect deformation w w Joint contracture joint damage not on both arms w w Other diseases CONTRAINDICATION Use of the wheelchair is unsuitable in the case of t t False sensations t t Severe ...

Page 7: ... tips and tricks to help you use your wheelchair ATTENTION Warning about potential dangers that might damage or destroy the product 7 DE EN FR IT NL 01 INFORMATION SYMBOLS Different symbols are used in this manual to give you warnings about potential dangers and help ful advice for the daily use of your wheelchair ...

Page 8: ... Putting into operation from page 11 you can find information about simple settings and adjustments that can be done without tools In chapter 05 Adjustments for individual settings from page 26 you can find information about more complex settings to adjust the wheelchair to your special requirements Some of these adjustments may only be carried out by trained service personnel SCOPE OF DELIVERY On...

Page 9: ... EN FR IT NL 02 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Locking brake Foot plate Heel strap Quick release axle Leg rest Side panel Armrest Backrest Push handles Push rims Curb climber THE CANEO_XL S EQUIPMENT Basic components ...

Page 10: ...10 DIETZ GmbH Operating instructions Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL Version 2 0 0 EN ...

Page 11: ... find some information about how to set up and use your wheelchair You can find information about simple settings and adjustments that can be done without any tools Information about more complex adjustments like seat height etc can be found in chapter 05 Adjustments for individual settings from page 26 CAUTION Risk of trapping When folding and unfolding your wheelchair pay attention to your finge...

Page 12: ...ads CANEO_XL Version 2 0 0 EN 03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION 3 1 Folding apart Position yourself next to the wheelchair and tilt it slightly towards you Then press the crossbar apart with both your hands Make sure that the crossbar engages properly in its sideframe brackets ...

Page 13: ... backupholstery lid to the rear undersi de of the seat and secure it with the Velcro strap the gap between the backrest and the seat surface is now closed 3 3 Leg rests Hook the leg supports in and swivel them for wards The leg rest will then click into place automatically ...

Page 14: ... wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL Version 2 0 0 EN 03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION 3 4 Foot plates board Finally slide the footboard on one of the two plates and fold it down until it rests securely on the other foot plate and attach the heel strap ...

Page 15: ...ut of the axle mounting To connect the rear wheels press the quick re lease axle button with your thumb again Now insert the axle into the axle mounting the quick release axle will engage automatically ATTENTION After connecting the wheels make sure that the quick release axles are engaged properly NOTE Push the quick release button while engaging the wheels The axle wheel will engage a lot easier...

Page 16: ...e the seat depth first remove the leg supports Next open the Velcro straps on the right and left of the seat frame Secure the Velcro straps to the extension so that they are no longer wrapped around the frame Fold the extension beneath the seat and fasten the Velcro straps to secure it there Carry the procedure out in the opposite se quence to increase the seat depth 03 PUTTING INTO OPERATION ...

Page 17: ...Move the foot plate to a comfortable position and release the locking mechanism again The mechanism automati cally locks in the next position Then tighten the adjustment screw securely again ATTENTION Take note that the CANEO_XL is an oversized wheelchair Depending on the model and it s seatwidth 56 60 cm the wheelchair may not fits through every door Always ensure that the wheelchair is not parke...

Page 18: ...DE 4 1 Getting in and out of your wheelchair Different handicaps allow more or less manoeuvrability To get in and out of your wheelchair easily and safely the following tips can be helpful NOTE To stop the wheelchair from rolling or sliding away while getting seated it is helpful to place both rear wheels against a wall ...

Page 19: ...Place yourself in front of the wheelchair Then carefully move back wards until your legs touch the seat 5 Now grab the armrest with your hands 6 You can now sit down slowly and safely 7 Put the leg rests back into place 8 Fold the foot plates down see chapter 3 4 Getting out of your wheelchair Carry the procedure out in the opposite sequence NOTE To transfer sideways you can swing away the side pa...

Page 20: ...l up press the locking lever and pull the side panel upwards The side panel engages automatically on swi velling back This engagement is clearly audible 4 3 Folding the foot plates up Fold the foot plates up to make entering and exiting easier The foot plates must be folded up to save spa ce when folding the wheelchair together 04 DRIVE MODE ...

Page 21: ... fold the foot pla tes up Now pull the locking lever orange and swivel the leg support outwards The leg support can now be detached upwards Carry the procedure out in the opposite se quence during assembly When the leg support is swivelled forwards it can be clearly heard to engage 04 DRIVE MODE ...

Page 22: ...slowing down the wheelchair with the push rims The wheelchair can be manoeuvred forwards rearwards and left to right by using the push rims on the rear wheels Hold the push rim with your hand and move the wheel to the front or rear Your thumb should lay on top while you grab the push rim by making a fist To slow down the wheelchair control the push rim by letting it slide through your hand CAUTION...

Page 23: ...s independently The wheelchair is now standing securely you can now transfer or simply park The locking brake is released by pulling the lever backwards NOTE Always apply both brakes together to avoid any movement of the wheelchair While moving always slow down the wheel chair by using the push rims The locking bra kes are only used for parking and can not con trol the wheelchair at speed 04 DRIVE...

Page 24: ...will relea se automatically The accompanying person can use the optio nal drum brake as a service and locking brake This is particularly advantageous when moving on slopes Movement can then be reduced by applying the brake levers more or less strongly as required In addition the drum brake can also be used as a parking brake NOTE Always use the left and right brake simultaneously Using only one si...

Page 25: ...red disks towards you and slide the tube upwards or downwards along the bracket 4 9 Tilting aids The tilting aids enable the accompanying per son to tilt the wheelchair and therefore move it over obstacles more easily Place your foot onto the back of the frame tube and maintain balance using the pushing handle Anti tip supports can be optionally fitted ins tead of the rubber buffers these can be u...

Page 26: ...ents of the airline railway company regarding the packacking dimensions for the wheelchair transportation Detach the leg rests if necessary and release the backrest lid from beneath the seat surface Then pull the seat cover up from the centre the wheelchair subsequently folds together auto matically In addition the rear wheels can also be easily removed To unfold the wheelchair refer to the instru...

Page 27: ...lled This secures and stabilises the person seated in the wheelchair Tipping forwards out of the wheel chair is prevented The safety belt is secured to the backrest tube at the rear right and left Subsequent installation should be carried out in a specialist workshop 04 DRIVE MODE ...

Page 28: ... distance if necessary Then push the brakes to the cor rect position Subsequently retighten the bolt and check the function of the brake If the wheelbase is changed chapter 5 5 it may be necessary to remove the bolt comple tely and install the brake in a recess further forwards or to the rear CAUTION Brake adjustment should be carried out by trained specialists If you have sufficient experience ho...

Page 29: ... Velcro fasteners The straps Velcro fasteners can then be re fastened in the desired setting starting with the bottom strap Finally fold the padded cushion over the backrest sur face again 5 2 Drum brake optional The braking power of the drum brakes can be ad justed by adjustment screws The braking force is increased by unscrewing the adjustment screw CAUTION Ensure even adjustment on both sides o...

Page 30: ...wheel height The height of the rear wheel is adjusted by moving the wheel adapter plate up or down Loosen the securing bolts to do this Adjust the rear wheel adapter to the desi red height and tighten the bolts again CAUTION A change in the height of the seat necessitates readjustment of the brakes see chapter 5 1 5 4 Armrests Loosen the two bolts securing the armrest to the side panel The armrest...

Page 31: ...ng the rear wheels forwards will increase the manoeuvrability of your wheelchair but make the chair less stable To alter the wheelbase first remove the rear wheels Then take off the rear wheel adapter two bolts M6 Now rotate the adapter by 180 and reinstall it Make sure that the bolts are tightened securely again CAUTION Altering the wheelbase means the locking brakes will have to be readjusted se...

Page 32: ... their measurements in different ways To avoid any mistakes all measurements are clearly defined in the following pictures All dimensions provided in this manual are taken according to this system Seat depth Total length of the seat tube front to back Seat width Total width from outer edges of the seat tubes left to right Back height Total height from seat upholstery to upper edge of back upholste...

Page 33: ...t height Total height from ground to rear upper edge of the seat tube Lower leg length Total length from foot plate centre to upper edge of the leg rest acceptance NOTE All dimensions taken on textile parts e g back upholstery are to be understood with a toleran ce of 1 cm Rear seat height Lower leg length Front seat height ...

Page 34: ...width cm Seat width 20 cm Overall width folded cm 34 Overall length without leg rests cm 90 Turning radius min max cm 86 6 89 3 Armrest height cm 23 Armrest width cm 6 Armrest length cm 33 38 Lower leg length cm 42 51 in steps of 1 5 cm Rear wheels inch 24 8 heavy duty Front wheels inch 7 1 Tipping stability degree up to 10 Max user weight kg 170 200 Weight kg 27 Materials Steel frame high quality...

Page 35: ...holstery Rear wheels Front wheels Tyre inflation pressure Tyre casing Push rims Frame Who ATTENTION We suggest to have your wheelchair inspected by a specialist dealer at least once a year The intended lifecycle of the wheelchair is 5 years This strongly depends on recommended usage and the regulary maintenance C checked E exchanged R repaired MAINTENANCE LOG ...

Page 36: ...nd may cause skin injuries on contact Therefore cover these parts or protect the wheelchair from exposure to the sun t t The wheelchair must not be misused to transport multiple persons or loads Use it only for the intended purpose t t Never use the wheelchair under the influence of alcohol or other substances which influence attentiveness or physical and mental receptiveness t t Please note that ...

Page 37: ...he wheel chair must always be visible to other road users t Wherever possible wear light eye catching clothing You will then be seen more easily by other road users t Do not use high pressure cleaners or strong corrosive chemicals for cleaning purposes NOTE The CANEO_XL wheelchair is tested according to ISO 7176 19 and can be used as a seat in a passenger car 07 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 38: ...unctional capability of the passive illumination system Your wheelchair is equipped with yellow reflectors at the sides and white reflectors on the rear back upholstery The reflectors must be visible to other road users and should not be soiled or otherwise covered w w That the seat and backrest upholstery is undamaged and clean If it is soiled it can be cleaned in accordance with the cleaning ins...

Page 39: ... not use high pressure or steam cleaners LABELS SERIAL NUMBER Stickers must remain legible and not be removed Imme diately replace illegible or missing stickers The serial number sticker is very important for identifying the pro duct it is placed on the the product label which is pla ced below the seat on the cross strut It must not be re moved DISPOSAL If your wheelchair is no longer used and is ...

Page 40: ...y and fabrics prior to machine washing The upholstery can be machine washed at max 40 C 100 F The advantage of steam washing is that it ensures a reliable and consistent hygiene standard Please use only the following disinfectants use of other chemicals might damage the wheelchair w w Aldehyde free disinfectants based on alcohol max 70 propyalcohol w w Oxygen releasing disinfectants w w Aldehyde b...

Page 41: ...With sole responsibility Dietz GmbH declares that the CANEO_XL wheelchair is in conformity with EU Directive 93 42 pertaining to medi cal products RESPONSIBLITY Dietz GmbH can only take full responsiblity for the safety reliablity and usability of the wheelchair if all modifications adding of optional parts or repairs are carried out by authorised service personnel LIABILITY Dietz GmbH only bears ...

Page 42: ...42 DIETZ GmbH Operating instructions Folding wheelchair for heavy loads CANEO_XL Version 2 0 0 EN ...

Page 43: ...43 DE EN FR IT NL Misprint falsities price and product changes reserved DIETZ Gmbh REHA PRODUKTE Karlsbad Reproduction also extracts by written permission from DIETZ GmbH Karlsbad only ...

Page 44: ...State 04 2018 LA BL DIETZ GmbH Reutäckerstraße 12 76307 Karlsbad Tel 49 7248 9186 0 Fax 49 7248 9186 86 info dietz reha de www dietz reha de Misprint falsities price and product changes reserved DIETZ GmbH Reha Produkte Karlsbad Reproduction also extracts by written permission from DIETZ GmbH Karlsbad only ...

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