Lifestand LSA Series Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

LSA

Stand-Up Wheelchair

Where to find Permobil

Permobil Europe BV

Permobil AB

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.en.

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NL-6419 CX Heerlen
Netherlands

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861 23 Timrå
Sweden

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Produced and published by Permobil AB, Sweden
Edition no.: 1, 2010-06
Order no.: 205251-UK-0

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Index

Important information about this Owner’s manual ...................................... 6

Technical Support, Spare Parts, Accessories, Scrapping, Warranty ......... 7

Safety Instructions ................................................................................... 8 - 13

Introduction ................................................................................................... 14

Operating Instructions .................................................................................. 15

1. Positioning - Seated .................................................................................................. 15

Footplate/lower leg length adjustment ..................................................................... 15

Chest strap height adjustment ................................................................................. 15

Seat depth adjustment ............................................................................................. 16

Center of gravity adjustment .................................................................................... 17

Anti-tip tubes ............................................................................................................ 18

Back angle adjustment ............................................................................................ 18

Backrest angle compensation system ..................................................................... 19

Backrest height adjustment ..................................................................................... 20

Wheel locks .............................................................................................................. 20

2. Standing Up ................................................................................................................ 21

Preparing to stand .................................................................................................. 21

The Standing Process ............................................................................................. 21

Transport ........................................................................................................ 26

Maintenance ................................................................................................... 27

Technical Specifications ............................................................................... 29

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Important Information about this User’s Manual

We congratulate you on your choice of this LifeStand Stand-Up Wheelchair. Our goal is for you to con­tinue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair.

Before you begin using your wheelchair, it is important that you read and understand the content of
these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions.

These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and character­istics of the wheelchair and how you can use them in the best manner possible. They also contain
important safety and maintenance information, as well as describing possible problems that can arise
while operating this wheelchair.

Always keep these operating instructions handy, since the need for important information can arise con­cerning its use, safety and maintenance.

It is also possible to obtain information concerning our products from our home page on the Internet.
You can find us at www.permobil.com.

All information, pictures, illustrations and specifications are based upon the product information that
was available at the time that these operating instructions were printed. Pictures and illustrations that
are found in these operating instructions are representative examples and not intended to be exact
depictions of the various parts of the wheelchair.

We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice.

Ordering of Documentation

If you are in need of another copy of the User’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.).

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Technical support

In the event of technical problems, you should contact Permobil.

Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information
is provided.

Spare part & accessories

Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil.

Scrapping

Reuse
If you no longer use your Permobil LifeStand product, please contact your authorized dealer or your
health insurance.

Permobil LifeStand products are in full frame suitable for reuse.

The product preparation* can be performed by a dealer or a Permobil LifeStand Service Center near
you ([e-mail]) .

The joystick is subsequently to be mounted on the right or left side.

* (function, and safety testing, modification, repair, disinfection, documentation.)

Warranty

All wheelchairs are supplied with a two-year product guarantee. Batteries and charger are supplied with one
year warranty.

Incident reporting

If an incident occurs please contact your nearest Permobil representative. Normally the same person
you contacted at purchase day. To prepare this contact there is a link on our homepage, on the internet,
at www.permobil.com. Open up your country page and the contact page. Here is the needed contact
information and a guidance document in what information we need to investigate the incident. Complete
the information as much as possible. This is of great help for us.

To increase the product quality and to ensure that our product is safe through
the whole life cycle we need you to send in Incident Reports. It is also stated in MEDDEV 2.12-1
and Annex 9 that the manufacturer shall “Encourage users or those given specific responsi-bility for

reporting incidents that have occurred with medical devices and that meet the criteria within these
guidelines to report the incidents to the Manufacturer and or to the Competent Authority in accordance
with national guidance”.

To meet the requirements and to ensure that our products shall remain safe in your hands we need
your assistance. We hope you never need to use the information on this page but if there is an incident
please contact us.

Product approval

This product fulfill the requirements according to EN 12184 and ISO 7176.

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Safety Instructions

Stand-Up wheelchairs are a specialized device and special care must therefore be taken when it
is used. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before operating your
LifeStand by Permobil Stand-Up wheelchair. Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the
chair. In order to reduce these risks, you should read the User’s Manual carefully, in particular the
safety instructions and their warning texts.

Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to note items that have significant importance
to safety concerns:

CAUTION!

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Please use caution where this symbol appears.

WARNING!

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Please use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears. Failure to observe warnings can
lead to personal injury and property damage, including damage to the wheelchair.

Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any person’s failure
to follow the warnings and instructions in this manual. Permobil is not responsible for injuries or dam­age resulting from failure to exercise good judgment.

The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of wheelchair to be used is the responsibility
of the wheelchair user and his or her healthcare professional. Permobil Inc. is not responsible for inap­propriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair.

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Safety Instructions

Your wheelchair was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Consult your healthcare provider before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment.
Some adjustments may reduce your wheelchair’s performance or safety or may not be appropriate for
your needs.

It is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to become acquainted with the stand­up function before you begin using it.

Do not undertake to stand up for the first time in the chair without making sure that you have assistance
in the immediate vicinity if you should need help.

In order to make sure that nothing happened to the wheelchair while it was being shipped to you, you
should check the following items before beginning to use it:

• that all products ordered are included in the delivery, incuding operating instructions and pos­sible other documentation. If you suspect that something is missing, then contact your supplier or
Permobil for more information as soon as possible.

• that no transport-related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair and its accessories.
If you discover that something has been damaged or in some other manner appears to be incor­rect, then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible before you
continue the checks.

Always be sure that tires are inflated properly before driving.

If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that
something is wrong: get in touch with your service contact or Permobil for more information.

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Safety Instructions

CAUTION!

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Operation

Do not let children operate the wheelchair without supervision. Do not operate the wheelchair on
public streets or roadways. Obey all local pedestrian rules and be aware that vehicle drivers may
have difficulty seeing you.

Do not operate your wheelchair under the influence of alcohol. Consumption of alcohol may impair
your ability to operate your wheelchair safely.

Some physical limitations or use of medication, either prescribed or over-the-counter, may limit your
ability to operate your wheelchair safely. Be sure to consult with your physician about your physical
limitations and medications.

WARNING!

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Modifications

Any unauthorized modifications to the wheelchair may increase the risk of personal injury and prop­erty damage, including damage to the wheelchair.

All modifications to the wheelchair must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by
Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products.

Weight Limitations

The maximum user weight for your LifeStand by Permobil is set forth in the specification section of
the supplied User´s Manual for this model. Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed the
maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and damage to the wheelchair, as well
as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair.

Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair. Doing so can lead to personal injury and damage to the
wheelchair.

WARNING!

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Operation - Inclines

When propelling up an incline, be sure to drive your wheelchair straight up the incline (perpendicular).
Driving at an angle up an incline increases the risk of tipping or falling.

Do not drive down or up a hazardous incline, such as a surface covered with snow, ice, or wet leaves
or a surface that is uneven. Also avoid driving on ramps that do not have proper edge protection.

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