Lifestand LSC User Manual
User’s Manual
LSC
Power Stand-Up Wheelchair
Produced and published by Permobil AB, Sweden
Edition no.: 2, 2014-02
Order no.: 205265-UK-0
Where to find LifeStand
Contact us if you have any questions regarding servicing or sales in the area where you live.
For the United Kingdom
Permobil UK
Oceanic
Ground Floor
Navigation Business Park
Waters Meeting Road
Bolton
BL1 8SW
Tel. (+44) (0)1484 722 888
Fax (+44) (0)1484 723 013
E-mail:info@permobil.co.uk
For all other countries:
LifeStand France SAS
5 Rue Clément Ader
69740 Genas
France
Tel. : (+33) (0)4 37 26 27 28
Fax : (+33) (0)4 37 26 27 29
Email : info@permobil.fr
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Index
Important Information ......................................................................................4
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 6
Introduction ................................................................................................... 14
Operating Instructions .................................................................................. 15
1. Adjusting and switching on ................................................................... 15
2. VR2 Control Panel ............................................................................... 20
3. R-Net control panel LCD color display ................................................ 24
4. Handling .............................................................................................. 30
5. Standing position and adjusting the seat back .................................... 32
6. Batteries and Maintenance .................................................................. 33
Accessories .................................................................................................... 38
Technical Specifications . ............................................................................... 39
Cabling Overview ........................................................................................... 40
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Important Information about this User’s Manual
We congratulate you on your choice of this Permobil 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.
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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
Contact Permobil France for information about scrapping agreements in force.
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:
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 Group. is not responsible for
inappropriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair.
Please use caution where this symbol appears.
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CAUTION!
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.
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WARNING!
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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
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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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.
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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.
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Operation - Turning
Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheelchair tipping and personal injury. The possibility of tipping can be increased by high turning speed, sharp turns, uneven
surfaces, abrupt changes in direction, and driving from an area of low traction (e.g. lawn) to an area
of high traction (e.g. sidewalk).
To protect against tipping, personal injury and property damage, reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning.
Overcoming steps or stairways
Whatever the obstacle, always approach slowly preferably assisted by a third person.
The front wheels can be elevated off of the ground by (the attendant) stepping on the Anti-Tip tube on
the rear of the chair and simultaneously pulling back and down on the Push Handles. While it is not
recommended that the chair be tipped back any further (the Anti-Tip wheels hitting the floor), it is possible. This would be done by rotating the Anti-Tip tubes to the up position (see page 19).
Make certain to return the Anti-Tips to the operating position when the operation is completed.
Going up and down a slope
Going up, always lean the trunk forward and avoid changing direction abruptly. Going down, always
lean backwards. It is also important to keep speed and direction under control.
Make certain that the wheelchair is directed straight up or down the slope. Never attempt to traverse
or make turns on a slope.
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Safety Instructions
Passengers
The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers, regardless of the age of the passenger. The
Maximum User Weight stated in the User’s Manual for your seating includes the user and any personal
effects. The Maximum limit should not be exceeded. The wheelchair’s maneuverability and stability can
be degraded as a result.
Environmental Conditions
Protect your wheelchair from exposure to any type of moisture, including rain, snow, or wash.
Do not operate your wheelchair in icy or slippery conditions. These conditions can lower the performance and safety of your wheelchair which could lead to an accident, personal injury and property
damage, including damage to the wheelchair.
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Positioning Belt
Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident. You may even receive further injury from the belts.
Transfer into and out of the chair
Be sure that the wheel locks are engaged before entering or leaving the wheelchair and before
pivoting the arm for transfer.
When transferring into or out of the wheelchair, every precaution should be taken to reduce the
distance between the wheelchair and the place to which the user is transferring. Overextending this
distance can cause user to overexert, lose balance, or fall.
Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assistance of an attendant.
Use caution when bending or reaching.
Do not use foot plates or armrests as supports when transferring into or out of the wheelchair. The
footplates and armrests are not designed to be weight-bearing structures. Excessive force may
cause them to give way, resulting in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the
wheelchair.
Your doctor or therapist will advise you how to transfer according to your health and every day life.
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Transport
The wheelchair must be transported in or with transport solutions that have been approved for this
purpose.
Check that the wheelchair is properly secured. A defectively fastened chair can cause serious injury
to persons in the vehicle and serious damage to the vehicle.
Use Prohibited in Motor Vehicles
Permobil recommends that users NOT be transported in any kind of vehicle while in their wheelchair.
The only safe alternative is that users be transferred into factory vehicle seating for transportation
and use safety restraints made available by the auto industry. Permobil does not recommend any
wheelchair transportation systems.
Never sit in your wheelchair while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you may be
thrown from the chair and seriously injured or killed.
Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident. You may even receive further injury from the belts.
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Maintenance and Service
Carry out only the service and maintenance which are stated in the User’s Manual. All other service
and maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products
Do not use parts or accessories not authorized by Permobil. Use of unapproved ”aftermarket” accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheelchair, which may make the wheelchair unstable or
uncontrollable. Such use may also void the warranty on the wheelchair.
Damages/malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories
If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that
something is wrong: Stop operating as soon as possible and contact your service contact or Permobil
for more information.
It’s also of greatest importance that Permobil be informed if the wheelchair and its accessories have
been subjected to transport damages, damages during driving or damages due to another cause as
soon as possible after the event.
There exists a risk that the wheelchair and its accessories can no longer be used in a safe manner.
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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 rec-
ommended 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 medi-
cal 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.
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