Handicare Sedeo Lite User manual

USER MANUAL
1011651D
SEDEO LITE / PRO
EN

Sedeo Lite .......................................................................................4
Sedeo Pro.......................................................................................31

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2011-01
Sedeo Lite

1 Introduction 6
1.1 This manual 6
1.2 Symbols used in this manual 6
2 Safety 7
2.1 Temperature 7
2.2 Indications on the seating system 7
3 General description 8
3.1 Description of Sedeo Lite 8
4 Use 9
4.1 Adjustment of the seating system (by the user/attendant) 9
4.2 Getting into and out of the wheelchair (forward transfer) 10
4.3 Getting into and out of the wheelchair (sideways transfer) 10
4.4 Options / accessories 11
4.5 Reducing the seating system
in size for transportation
purposes 12
4.6 Setting up the seating system following transportation 14
5 Seating system adjustments (to be carried out by a professional) 17
5.1 Seat depth 17
5.2 Seat width 17
5.3 Backrest angle 18
5.4 Standard legrest 18
5.5 Armrest assembly 19
5.6 Adjusting the centre of gravity 21
5.7 Headrest 21
5.8 Fixed / swing away controller bracket 23
5.9 Attaching the lap strap 24
6 Maintenance 25
6.1 Cleaning the upholstery 25
7 Troubleshooting 26
8 Specifications 27
8.1 CE declaration of conformity 27
8.2 Technical information 27
9. Provisions of warranty 29

6 | Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 This manual
This user manual will help you to use and
maintain your seating system safely This user
manual is a supplement to Handicare’s general
wheelchair user manual.
Where necessary this user manual refers to
other manuals as shown below:
Wheelchair: Refers to the general
wheelchair user manual.
Controller: Refers to the user
manual for the controller (only
applicable for power wheelchairs).
Read this user manual and the other user
manuals referred to carefully before using
the product. If one of the user manuals was
not included with your wheelchair, please
contact your dealer immediately.
In addition to this user manual, there is also a
service manual for qualified specialists.
CONTACT HANDICARE IF YOU HAVE A
VISUAL IMPAIRMENT.
1.2 Symbols used in this manual
Note!
Pointing out possible problems to the user.
Caution!
Advice for the user to prevent damage to the
product.
Warning!
Warnings for the user to prevent personal in
jury.
Not following these instructions may result
in physical injury, damage to the product or
damage to the environment!

Safety | 7
2 Safety
Warning!
Always follow the instructions given next to
the warning symbols! Failure to follow these
instructions may result in physical injury,
damage to the wheelchair or damage to the
environment. Where possible the warning
symbols have been placed in the applicable
paragraphs.
Be carefull when swing away/flip up parts.
Contact with moving parts should be avoided.
Caution!
Parts of the wheelchair that are intended, for
service or repair, to be removed without the
use of tools (e.g. armrest, legrest) can have
an adverse effect on the support of the user if
they are missing or not placed back in the right
position.
2.1 Temperature
Warning!
Avoid exposing the wheelchair to direct sunlight
for extended periods of time. Some parts of the
wheelchair, such as the seat, the backrest and
the armrests assembly, complete, can become
hot if exposed to the sun for too long. This may
cause burns or skin irritation.
2.2 Indications on the seating
system
The wheelchair must not be lifted
up by the armrests assembly,
complete and/or legrests.
The stability of the wheelchair is
influenced by the adjustment of the
seating system's centre of gravity.
Such adjustments should be made
by professionals only.

8 | General description
3 General description
3.1 Description of Sedeo Lite
The wheelchair is fitted with a Sedeo Lite
seating system. The Sedeo Lite seating system
provides good support for the head, torso,
arms and legs. Optimal body support ensures
maximum independence for the wheelchair
user.
The wheelchair must be adjusted by a qualified
specialist. Incorrect settings may have negative
consequences for seating posture.
A number of Sedeo Pro options are also
available for use with the Sedeo Lite. Ask your
dealer for more information or consult our
website at www.handicare.com.
Caution!
Please study this manual carefully before using
the seating system.
Key to symbols
Loosen by one turn with wing-nut
Tighten by one turn with wing-nut
Loosen by one turn with torx
Tighten by one turn with torx
Step 1, 2 etc.
An arrow, as part of an illustration, indicates
that the component in question moves or needs
to be moved in the direction indicated.
Notes on "Key to symbols"
Each illustration includes icons and numbering
to indicate what needs to be done and in which
order.
12
,

Use | 9
Sedeo g 36-B
A
Sedeo g 50-A
1
B
A
2
Sedeo g 35-B
A
4 Use
4.1 Adjustment of the seating system
(by the user/attendant)
Manually elevating legrest knee angle
Note!
Legrests can be adjusted individually.
1. Pull (A) towards you.
2. (B) moves upwards. Alternatively, push (B)
downwards.
Note!
Keep (A) pressed.
Moving the controller bracket inwards
1. Push (A) inwards until hearing a click.
Swing away the controller bracket
1. Push (A) outwards until hearing a click.
Note!
Swinging back the controller bracket will allow you to
pull up close to a table. Full operation of the controller
remains possible.

10 | Use
Sedeo g 37-A
A
Sedeo g 39-A
A
1
B 2
Sedeo g 38-A
A
B
3
2
1
4.2 Getting into and out of the
wheelchair (forward transfer)
Warning!
Do not stand on the footplates. Putting your full weight
on the footplates may lead to wheelchair damage and
to hazardous situations, including the wheelchair tipping
up.
Flip up the footplate.
1. Flip up (A).
Swinging back and/or removing the standard
legrest
1. Push (A) forwards and keep (A) pressed.
2. Swing (B) to the side.
3. Remove (B).
4.3 Getting into and out of the
wheelchair (sideways transfer)
Note!
Some versions of the controller will need to be swung
aside.
Removing the armrest assembly
1. Loosen (A) by two turns.
2. Remove (B).

Use | 11
Sedeo g 40-A
2
B
A
1
4.4 Options / accessories
Removing/positioning the headrest
1. Loosen (A) by two turns.
2. Slide (B) up or down.
3. When replacing the headrest, tighten (A) by two
turns.
Note!
Always slide the headrest until it comes to a stop in the
bracket.

12 | Use
Sedeo g 49-A
A
B
C
D
C
D
E
4.5 Reducing the seating system
in size for transportation
purposes
A Seat (0,5 kg)
B Backrest
C Armrest assembly (1,8 kg)
D Legrest (1,2 kg)
E Headrest (1,3 kg)
Warning!
The wheelchair can be reduced in size for
transportation without a passenger. Any
components of the seating system that can be
detached easily should be removed. Store away
such components safely so that they can not
cause injury or damage, or become damaged
themselves.

Use | 13
Sedeo g 43-A
L+R
1
2
A
B
Sedeo g 42-A
B
Sedeo g 41-A
A
Removing the seat
1. Pull (A) loose from the board.
2. Pull (B) upwards and forwards.
Folding the backrest fully forward
1. Loosen (A) by two turns.
Note!
Do not remove (A).
2. Lift (B) and push (B) forwards and downwards.
Note!
If necessary, first remove the armrest assemblies.

14 | Use
Sedeo g 44-A
C
B
2
A
2
Sedeo g 39-A
A
1
B 2
Sedeo g 38-A
A
B
3
2
1
Removing the standard legrests
1. Push (A) forwards and keep (A) pressed.
2. Swing (B) to the side.
3. Remove (B).
Removing the armrest assembly
1. Loosen (A) by one turn.
2. Remove (B).
4.6 Setting up the seating system
following transportation
Positioning the armrest assembly
1. Slide (A) onto (B).
2. Tighten (C).

Use | 15
Sedeo g 46-A
L+R
2
B
A 1
Sedeo g 47-A
B
1
2
AC
A
C
E
D
Sedeo g 45-A
B
1
2
A
Positioning the standard legrest
1. Slide (A) completely into (B).
2. Pivot (A) inwards until hearing a click.
Warning!
After hearing a click, the legrest is locked into place.
Positioning the backrest for use
1. Tilt (A) backwards and push (A) down.
2. Tighten (B).
Positioning the seat
3. Slide (A) and (B) over (C) and (D).
4. Push (E) downwards.
Caution!
Ensure that (C) and (D) at the back of the seat hook
under the bolt heads.

16 | Use
Sedeo g 48-A
A
B
5. Position (A) on (B).

Seating system adjustments (to be carried out by a professional) | 17
Sedeo i 68-A
1
3
A B
2
Sedeo i 67-A
D 2x
C 2x
3
L+R 4
B 4x
2
Sedeo i 66-A
L+R
3
A
1
B
2
5 Seating system adjustments
(to be carried out by a
professional)
5.1 Seat depth
Backrest adjustment
1. Unscrew (A) completely and remove (A).
2. Adjust (B) to the desired position.
3. Replace (A) and tighten (A).
Seat adjustment
1. Remove the seat (see "Use - Reducing the seating
system in size for transportation purposes").
2. Remove the screws (B).
3. Move (C) and (D).
4. Tighten the screws (B).
5. Replace the seat (see "Use - Setting up the seating
system following transportation").
5.2 Seat width
1. Loosen (A) by one turn.
2. Slide (B) into the desired position.
3. Tighten (A).

18 | Seating system adjustments (to be carried out by a professional)
Sedeo i 70-A
L+R
3
5
A 4
Sedeo i 69-A
L+R
1
A
B
2
Sedeo i 71-A
B
2
1
3
A
5.3 Backrest angle
1. Loosen (A) by two turns.
2. Lift (B) and push (B) forwards and downwards.
3. Loosen (A) completely.
4. Move (A) to the desired position.
5. Tighten (A) firmly.
5.4 Standard legrest
Legrest width
1. Loosen (A) by one turn.
2. Slide (B) into the desired position.
3. Tighten (A).

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Sedeo i 73-A
B 2
A
1
3
Sedeo i 85-A
1
3
A
B
2
Sedeo i 72-A
2
A
B
1
3
Standard legrest lower leg length
1. Unscrew (A) completely and remove (A).
2. Slide (B) into the desired position.
3. Replace (A) and tighten (A).
Note!
Ensure that there is sufficient free space under (B) for
the wheelchair to drive over obstacles.
5.5 Armrest assembly
Armrest height
1. Loosen (A) by one turn.
2. Adjust (B) to the desired position.
3. Tighten (A).
Note!
Ensure that the arms are supported well, without the
shoulders being pushed upwards.
Armrest depth
1. Loosen (A) by one turn.
2. Slide (B) into the desired position.
3. Tighten (A).

20 | Seating system adjustments (to be carried out by a professional)
Sedeo i 88-A
A
A
D
1
B C
Sedeo i 87-A
D
C3
4
Sedeo i 86-A
B
1
A
2
Armrest width
1. Loosen (A).
2. Remove (B)
3. Loosen (C) by one turn.
4. Remove (D)
To position:
1. Slide (A) together with (B) or (C) onto (D).
Note!
Ensure that the ridge on the terminal block falls into the
opening.