Laevo V2.6 User manual

V2.6
wearable back
support for
repetitive
bending and
bended posture
September 2023
EN Instructions for use 3
NL Gebruiksinstructies 22
DE Bedienungsanleitung 42
FR Mode d’emploi 62
IT Istruzioni per l’uso 82
ES Instrucciones de uso 102
FI Käyttöohjeet 122
PL  Instrukcjaobsługi 141
HU Használati utasítás 160
RU  Инструкцияпо 179
применению
TR  Kullanımtalimatları 199
EL  Οδηγίεςχρήσης 218

3Wearable back support for repetitive bending and bended posture
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Content
1 Introduction 5
1.1 Variants 5
1.2 Explanation of warning symbols 5
1.3 Contact 5
2 Overview Figure 6
3 Application 7
3.1 Indicationforuse 7
3.2 Workenvironment 7
3.3 Contra-indications 7
3.4 PPEClassII 7
3.5 Work posture, tasks and activities 8
4 Safety Instructions 9
5 Installation 11
5.1 QG-1: Preparation 11
5.2 QG-2: Label check and torso structures selection 11
5.3 QG-3: Attach the leg pads to the smart joints 11
5.4 QG-4: Attach the suspenders to the chest pad and hip belt 11
5.5 QG-5: Attach the torso structures to the smart joint 12
5.6 QG-6: Attach the torso structures to the chest pad 12
6 Fitting 13
6.1 QG-7:Beforetting/rstuse 13
6.2 QG-8: Open the chest pad and the hip belt front buckle 13
6.3 QG-9:PutontheLaevo 13
6.4 QG-10: Adjust the suspenders 13
6.5 QG-11: Tension the belts 13
6.6 QG-12: Adjust width or change torso structures 13
6.7 QG-13:Adjustheightorchangetorsostructures 13
6.8 QG-14: Set smart joint angle 14
7 First use 15
7.1 QG-15:FirstmovementswiththeLaevo 15
7.2 QG-16:Lockbeltbuckleswithslips. 15
8 Checks 16
8.1 QG-A: Leg pad position 16
8.2 QG-B: Pressure while standing straight 16
8.3 QG-C:Structurebodyshapet 16
8.4 QG-D: Chest pad hits the neck 16
9 Daily use 17
9.1 QG-I:Turnthesupportonoro 17
9.2 QG-II:Useenvironment 17
9.3 QG-III:Graduallyincreaseuse 17
9.4 QG-IV:Storage 17

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10 Maintenance 18
10.1 Removing and replacing chest gel paddings 18
10.2 Removing and replacing hip paddings 18
10.3 Removing and replacing structures 18
10.4 Removing and replacing leg structures 18
10.5 Cleaning 18
10.6 Maintenance 18
10.7 Repairanddisposal 18
11 Legal information 19
11.1 Liability 19
11.2 Warranty 19
11.3 CE19
12 Specications 20
12.1 TechnicalspecicationsLaevoV2.6 20
12.2 TechnicalspecicationsLaevoV2.6-Torsostructures 20
12.3 Dimensions and size indications Laevo V2.6 20
12.4 Sizing table for torso structures 21

5Wearable back support for repetitive bending and bended posture
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1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing Laevo.
Thisdocumentgivesinstructionsforuse,safety,ttingandmaintenanceoftheLaevo.
fRead carefully before use.
fKeep for future reference.
fFollowthesafetyinstructions.
fInstruct the user in proper and safe use of the product.
If you have questions, call Laevo or your supplier. Laevo's contact information is on the last page.
1.1 Variants
All instructions are for V2.6.
Theillustrationsaregeneralexamples;yourproductcanbedierentfromtheillustrations.
1.2 Explanation of warning symbols
6 DANGER! Indicates potential life-threatening or disabling injury.
6 WARNING! Indicates potential serious injury.
6 CAUTION: indicates potential minor injury.
2 NOTICE: indicates potential product damage.
2 TIP: Information and tips to make it even easier to use the Laevo.
Get more tips at www.laevo-exoskeletons.com.
1.3 Contact
Manufacturer
Laevo B.V.
Patrijsweg 30
2289EXRijswijk,TheNetherlands
www.laevo-exoskeletons.com
[phone]

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2 Overview Figure
1) suspenders
2) chest pad
3) chest pad buckle
4) chest gel paddings
5) left torso structure
6) right torso structure
7) hip paddings
8) front belt buckle
9) front belt slip
10) front belt
11) smart joint label
12) back belt (and slips)
13) hip pad
14) buttock belt
15) smart joint
16) leg structures
17) Leg pads
18) structure size indication
19) structure lock button
20) angle adjustment block
21) angle indication
22) supporton/obutton

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3 Application
The Laevo is a wearable device which supports bent-forward work and repetitive lifting. The Laevo
decreases the forces in the lower back when bending.
3.1 Indication for use
The Laevo exoskeleton is equipment designed and manufactured to be worn by a person for
protectionagainstbackinjuries.Useitwhenyouwantto:
xreduce the risk of injuries to the back during work.
xreduce fatique due to bending or lifting.
ximprove work comfort.
xincrease work productivity.
If you are not sure about correct use, contact Laevo.
The device is designed to protect a part of the body against static compressive stress and to
mitigateitseectssoastopreventseriousinjuryorchroniccomplaints.
3.2 Work environment
The Laevo exoskeleton is intended for use at work. When you are not sure if the Laevo exoskeleton
can be used at your work, during certain work tasks or in a certain work environment, do not use
the Laevo exoskeleton and contact Laevo BV or your supplier.
3.3 Contra-indications
Do not use if you have:
xa pacemaker,
xbreast implants,
xremoval of the axillary lymph nodes.
Consult a physician prior to using the Laevo, if any of the following occurred before or during use:
xinguinal hernia,
xhernia,
xknee injury,
xhip prosthesis,
xknee prosthesis,
xhyperextended knee,
xrecent surgery,
xskindiseases/injury,
xinammation,
xscars,
xskin reddening.
3.4 PPE Class II
The Laevo V2.6 is a Class II Personal Protective Equipment which means the Laevo V2.6 protects
against medium risks. The Laevo V2.6 is designed to prevent back injuries.
Consult the local regulations for the use of Personal Protective Equipment.

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3.5 Work posture, tasks and activities
The Laevo will support the lower back during:
xBending forward, holding this posture and returning upright,
xLifting.
6 CAUTION: Lifting heavier loads than permitted by law
Risk of injury of arms and other body parts
fDo not use the Laevo to lift heavier loads then permitted.
fDo not use the Laevo to replace lifting aids for heavy loads.
The Laevo allows or partly supports:
xKneeling,
xSquatting,
xStretching outwards and upwards,
xTwisting,
xWalking.
2 TIP: Turnthesupportobefore:
xWalking up and down stairs,
xSitting,
xDriving low-speed, professional, indoor vehicles, such as a forklift.
6 WARNING!Unintendedactivities
Risk of unsafe situations
fDo not run, climb, work on heights or drive any vehicle outside.
fUsetheLaevoonlyprofessionally(forwork).

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4 Safety Instructions
6 DANGER! LaevowornduringCPRordebrillatoruse
Reduced eciency of CPR or debrillator
fExpose chest before CPR: Pull apart the two halves of the chest pad. Release the front belt
buckle. Push the halves outwards.
6 WARNING! Discomfort or pain during use
Risk of increased discomfort or pain
fStop using the product.
fWhen the pain is gone, build up the frequency and duration of the usage again.
fDo not wear the Laevo directly on exposed skin.
6 WARNING!Useofdamagedproduct
Loss of functionality, including sudden loss of support
fDo not use a damaged product.
fDonotuseammablesubstances(e.g.matches,lighters,candles)neartheLaevo.The
Laevoisnotameretardant.
fKeep the Laevo dry.
fKeepmovingpartsfreeofanyuids.
fKeep moving parts free from sand, dust and debris.
2 TIP:Forsomeapplicationsandpartsaprotectivecoverisavailable.Contactyoursupplieror
Laevo.
6 WARNING! Failureofthedevicewhilebending
Risk of sudden loss of support. If this occurs, your hands or head can suddenly move (a few
centimeters)
fDo not use the device where sudden hand or head movements could lead to injury to you
or somebody else.
6 WARNING! Pushing buttons while bending
Risk of sudden loss of support
fTake caution not to accidentally press buttons, for example by bumping.
fDo not press buttons on the Laevo while another is using it.
6 WARNING! Fingersnearsmartjointwhilebending
Misuse can lead to cutting or crushing injury
fDonotplaceyourngersnearrotationpointswhilebending.
fDonotallowngersfromothersneartheLaevoduringuse(exceptsetup).KeeptheLaevo
away from children and pets.
6 WARNING!Useofout-of-dateparts
Risk of sudden loss of support
fCheck the date on the torso structures. If the usage of the torso structures exceeds 3 years,
stop using the Laevo. Contact the supplier or replace parts.
6 WARNING! Structures loaded for more than 250.000 cycles or for more than 3 years.
Risk of sudden loss of support
fDo not use the Laevo.
fContactthesupplierorLaevo.Followtheadvice.

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2 TIP: Advise in general will be to replace the structures sooner, e.g. in 1 year. The batch-num-
ber next to the date on the torso structure could be used to track use time.
6 WARNING! Clothes and tools stuck in or trapped under device
Risk of injury
fWear appropriate clothing. Do not wear clothing or asseccoires with loose ends, such as
necklaces or scarfs.
fDo not wear hard objects in your clothing or pockets under the Laevo.
fIf your clothing becomes ensnared in the smart joint, bend forward to open the smart joint
and remove the clothing.
6 WARNING! Something/someonepullschestpad
Risk of hit by chest pad
fAvoid situations where (aggressive) people can grab the Laevo.
fDo not wear the Laevo without suspenders.
fOption: wear clothing over the Laevo.
2 NOTICE: Improper use and changes
Change in or loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
fUsethisproductwithcareandonlyforitsintendedpurpose.
fDo not make any changes to the product parts.