Leitner BILLI User manual

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Leitner BILLI
Electric Folding Wheelchair Manual

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Table of contents
•Introduction
•Safety Warnings
•Battery Care and Storage
•Legal Note –Not a medical device
•Before you start
•Brakes
•Folding the chair
•Seat cusion
•Backrest
•Installing the joystick
•Moving the joystick to the left
armrest
•Batteries
installation/removal
charging
•Joystick console functions
•Using the joystick
•Strap
•Armrests
•Specifications

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Parts of the chair
Joystick console
Cushion
Foot rest
Front wheels
Battery tray
& Controller
Rear wheel
Fender
Push handle. Remove to locate serial number
Backrest with storage bag
Shock absorption springs &
Folding safety clamp
Joystick release knob
Motor
Armrest

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Dear Valued Customer,
Congratulations on owning your new lightweight folding electric wheelchair. It is the
perfect travel companion, can be folded in seconds and only weighs 26kg without
batteries. Read the complete manual before use to make sure that you can enjoy the
chair safely.
Thanks for shopping with Leitner!
Kind Regards,
Ephraem Leitner and the Leitner team
We are 100% Australian owned.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Read manual, Instructions and Terms carefully before use. It is the buyer’s responsibility to make sure the product is safe to use. If
necessary ask for help at any good local mobility store. Please keep the invoice. By purchasing and using a product from Leitner, the
customer accepts the terms and conditions and warranty published at www.leitner.com.au including www.leitner.com.au/terms-and-
conditions/ and www.leitner.com.au/warranty. It is the customers' responsibility to service and maintain the products regularly and to
make sure that the product is safe to use before each use. Contact customer support at [e-mail] or 1300 856 725 for any
questions and in case repairs are needed. Leitner does not accept claims for repairs which were performed without our approval.
Leitner does not assume any product liability to the extent permitted by the law. Some pictures may be of a similar product.
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Safety warnings
-read all instructions and safety warnings before use including the manual available at www.leitner.com.au/manual
-use care and common sense when operating the wheelchair. Ride slowly, check if the path is clear and be prepared at any time to bring the
wheelchair to a stop. Do not make any sudden or harsh joystick movements and keep your centre of balance inside the wheelchair. Do not lean
out of the wheelchair as it may flip.
-Modifying the wheelchair will void warranty
-When entering the wheelchair make sure the brakes are on, that the wheelchair is switched off and that the user is balanced and won’t flip the
wheelchair. Make sure the safety folding clamp at the back of the wheelchair is closed before occupying the chair.
-do not wear clothes which may get entangled in the wheels.
-take extra care when moving the wheelchair in reverse
-avoid obstacles. Even small obstacles may cause the wheelchair to loose balance. Use ramps where possible.
-when folding the wheelchair keep body parts clear of moving wheelchair parts to avoid injury or squeezing of body parts
-always bring a communication device with you, like a mobile phone, so that you can contact a suitable person to help you with transport in case
of an unlikely breakdown of the wheelchair. It is recommended to buy RACV emergency wheelchair assist https://www.racv.com.au/onthe-
road/roadside-assistance/wheelchair-scooter-assist.html or call RACV at 13 72 28
-don’t use mobile phones or other distracting electric devices while the wheelchair is powered on
-do not use the wheelchair in areas of high electromagnetic interference, e.g. around radio or TV transmitters
-in the unlikely case the controls do not operate as desired, immediately push the “power off” button and contact us
-always keep the wheelchair away from water. Do not ride the wheelchair in the rain, through puddles or the surf. Keep away from ice, salt, snow
and dirt. Do not operate in high humidity or sauna. Do not use on sand or rugged terrain. Do not use in dust.
-do not use on wet or slippery surfaces. If the wheelchair is used on moving objects, like cars or ships, follow the safety guidelines to minimize
risk. Check with your airline if it is allowed to use a mobility aid with lithium batteries before booking a flight. Also check with the airports you
are visiting as they may have different rules than the airline. Ask which documentation is required.
-stop the wheelchair immediately if the wheels lose traction
-check with your local authorities whether the use of the wheelchair is legal
-the load capacity of the back-rest is 75kg. Do not push against the backrest.
-do not overload the wheelchair beyond its weight capacity of 135kg
-do not attempt to open any electric components including the Lithium battery. It may cause serious injury and explosion
-riding an electric wheelchair can be a hazardous activity and therefore the product needs to be maintained properly and a safety check needs to
be done before each ride. Using the wheelchair may result in injury or death in the case of accidents. Leitner does not assume any liability,
including injury or property damage to the extent permitted by the law. Use the product with care and at your own risk.
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-make sure that the ground which the wheelchair is used on is even and free of obstacles. Uneven surfaces may cause the wheelchair to flip
and cause injury. Uneven surfaces also may prevent the wheelchair from operating and turning efficiently. Do not use the wheelchair on loose
surfaces, e.g. on gravel, small carpets, sand
-ride the wheelchair carefully as it may flip. The maximum incline the wheelchair may be used on is 12 degrees. When starting to use the
wheelchair do so under supervision of a qualified person. When first travelling a new route make sure that there is a person accompanying the
occupant to help in case of unforeseen issues with the terrain. Only use wheelchair without supervision after sufficient training.
-when navigating in limited space, for example close to walls, keep hands and arms within the wheelchair armrest so that the arms won’t get
caught between the wheelchair and objects. Also, in such situations, keep feet inside footrest. Only put feet on footrest after occupying the
chair. Do not step on the footrest if you are not sitting in the wheelchair or the wheelchair may flip.
-do not release the brakes on inclines or declines! The wheelchair may roll down uncontrollably and serious injury or death may occur!
-the wheelchair is best suited for indoor use. When using outdoors only use it in dry, clean conditions on even, safe surfaces without obstacles
-don’t use wheelchair on stairs, escalators or conveyor belts – use suitable elevator if necessary
-always switch wheelchair OFF when stationary to avoid accidental activation of wheelchair
-the warnings and instructions in the manual have been issued to the best of our knowledge and with the intent to make the wheelchair safe
to use. If there are any mistakes or parts in the manual which do not seem to make sense, please contact us immediately and we are happy to
work with you to clarify the issues. We do not assume liability for any incorrect information provided in this manual.
-perform a safety check before each ride. All parts need to be installed safely and all nuts and bolts need to be tight. If in doubt have the
safety check done by a local mobility shop. The following parts needs special attention during the safety check:
folding safety clamp at back of the wheelchair needs to be locked so that the wheelchair won’t fold while being used
brakes need to be ON before operating the wheelchair by joystick.
brakes needs to brake effectively, all nuts and bolts need to sit tight. If the joystick is not engaged and the brakes are on, the wheelchair should
not move.
front wheels need to spin freely when lifted off the ground and turned by hand. The axle of the front wheels need be able to spin 360 degrees.
Joystick needs to bring wheelchair to a stop when released. Before occupying the wheelchair, carefully check if the joystick controls work as
intended. The control panel needs to be stable and shouldn’t move. Tighten up the control panel screw manually if needed to make sure it sits
tight.
Armrests need to be locked with the safety clip on the outside of each armrest
Cables must not touch the wheels when using the wheelchair
batteries need to be charged and installed safely
Back-rest and seat cushion need to be attached safely to the wheelchair. Foot-rest and small bag under wheelchair need to be installed
correctly.
Contact 1300 856 725 or [e-mail] for any questions
Safety warnings

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Charge battery after every ride. It is not necessary to fully discharge battery before charging. Lithium batteries do not
have any memory effect, so you can charge them at any time. Lithium batteries must not be stored if fully
discharged. If your battery is fully discharged, charge it as soon as possible. Storing the battery if fully discharged for
longer than 1 day will damage the battery. It is recommend to store the batteries fully charged and then charge it at
least every two months. It is not necessary to leave the charger connected to the battery if stored for long periods.
Just top the charge up every two months. Disconnect charger from battery and power supply after battery has been
fully charged. If batteries are not charged at least every two months, the battery may be damaged and such damage
is unfortunately not covered under manufacturer's fault warranty.
WARNING! Lithium-ion batteries may leak, ignite and burst if not handled properly! Always keep away from any
material which can catch fire.
Store battery between 10 ℃(50 °F ) and 30℃(86 °F) in a clean, dry place away from sunlight. Do not store with
hazardous, corrosive or flammable materials. Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. Store batteries in fire-proof
environment. Operating temperature range during discharge is 5℃(41 °F ) to 50℃(122 °F). Do not leave the battery
inside car, in direct sunlight or any other hot places. If battery is charged at temperatures lower than 5 ℃
(41 °F ), the range of battery will be reduced.
Do not disassemble, deform or modify battery. Do not connect the + and –terminals of battery with metallic or
conductive objects. Do not store with conductive objects such as hairpins or necklaces as short circuits and burns
may occur. Do not short circuit battery. Only use original charger.
Do not place into water, salt water and moisture. Do not throw battery or subject it to strong shocks.
Inspect battery and terminals carefully every month for leakage, discoloration, cracks, damage, bloating, signs of
melting or corrosion. If fluid leaks from the battery and gets into contact with your eyes or skin, wash affected area
with clean water without rubbing your eyes or skin and visit a doctor immediately to reduce damage to eyes or skin.
Never handle battery or charger if parts are wet. Dry it thoroughly before usage to avoid electric shock. Store out of
reach of pets and children. Battery capacity naturally declines over time and is warranted to be at least 80% capacity
within 1 year of purchase.
Always handle carefully with 2 hands. If errors occur, stop using battery, consult manual or contact customer service.
Discard batteries according to your local battery disposal guidelines.
Battery Care & Storage

Important legal note
This electric wheelchair is sold for personal use only. It is not a medical device in line
with the Therapeutic Goods (Excluded Goods) Order No. 1 of 2011
Images for illustration only, actual product may vary.
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Assembly instructions
Please refer to the assembly instructions below.
When unpacking the wheelchair take care not damage any parts. If removing the
packaging with scissors or a paper knife, make sure not to scratch the wheelchair.

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Before you start:
Check the wheelchair for damage or missing parts
Wheelchairs are fragile items. Although we are using first class courier services and
the products are professionally packed it may happen that they get damaged during
transit. Please check the wheelchair for damage upon arrival and let us know
immediately. We will then work with you on a solution.
If there are any missing parts please also let us know immediately and we will send a
replacement part as soon as possible. Call 1300 856 725 or email
[e-mail]

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Activating and releasing the brakes
The brakes can be activated or released
at the back of the wheelchair. There is a
red lever on each wheel (black arrows).
Large image of the left brake lever.
Push the lever up in the direction of
the red arrow above to activate the
brake.
Push the lever down in the direction of
the red arrow above to release the
brake.

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Activating and releasing the brakes
Safety warnings
After releasing the brakes, the wheelchair can be pushed manually and it can’t be
operated by the occupant anymore.
Before releasing brakes, double check that the folding safety clamp at the back of the
wheelchair is locked. If the safety clamp is not locked, the wheelchair may fold while
the occupant is on the wheelchair.
Make sure the grip of the bar on top of the backrest is stable and suitable for pushing
the wheelchair manually. Make sure that the backrest is installed safely. Only release
brakes with consent of occupant. Only release brakes on flat and even surfaces. Do not
release brakes on inclines or declines. Pushing the wheelchair manually may be harder
as compared to pushing a non motorized wheelchair due to drag of the motors in the
rear wheels.

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Folding the wheelchair
Before folding the wheelchair, remove the seat cushion (C). It is attached to the
wheelchair by Velcro and can be removed by simply lifting it up (direction of arrow).
Fold the chair slowly and carefully. Make sure the batteries will not fall out
accidentally during folding. Caution! Pinching hazard. Take care not to injure yourself
while folding the chair.
C

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Releasing and closing the folding safety lock
The folding safety lock is
located at the centre of
the backside of the
wheelchair (red circle).
Warning! It needs to be
locked if the wheelchair
is occupied. The lock
holds the wheelchair
together and prevents it
from folding .
To fold the wheelchair, unlock
the safety lock by pushing the
top part of the black lever. The
lever will disengage from the
lower silver bolt. Now the
wheelchair can be folded.
Warning: Do not occupy the
wheelchair if the clamp is
released!
To lock the wheelchair
folding mechanism,
make sure that the
lower part of the black
lever holds the lower
silver bolt. Check that
the wheelchair is
locked, stable and safe
before occupying.

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After unlocking the folding safety lock, grab the
wheelchair by the top of the backrest and at the
centre of the front frame of the seat and fold it in
the direction of the arrows. Leave the weight on
the rear wheels. (Please note this illustration
shows the wheelchair with the seat cushion.
Please remove the seat cushion before folding as
it may be in the way).
Fold the wheelchair as shown above.
Fold the wheelchair slowly and avoid
over-stretching any wires. If necessary
adjust wires to release tension.
Remove joystick (circle) if you wish to
reduce the size further (refer to
instructions elsewhere in this manual).

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Make sure all 4 Velcro straps
under seat cushion are secure
(arrows). Make sure the lower
part of the back-rest is attached
to the Velcro at the back of the
seat (red rectangle)
Attach seat cushion with zip facing the
back. Make sure cushion is attached
securely. The COVER of the cushion is
removable and washable ( up to 80
degrees).
Installing the seat cushion

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View from the front: First make sure that the lower
part of the back-rest is attached to the back of the
seat (red rectangle). Then, attach front part of
backrest padding to the Velcro (arrows).
View from the back:
Make sure the two horizontal straps
(S) are tight. Attach the back part of
the backrest to the upright Velcro
lines (V).
S
S
VV
Installing the backrest

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Correctly installed backrest (front view). Correctly installed backrest (rear view).
Make sure the backrest is installed safely
before use.

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Installing the joystick on right hand side armrest
Align the joystick console with the opening on the right hand side armrest as shown in
the picture above and insert it into the armrest tube (direction of red arrow).
Turn the knob (K) anti-clockwise until the joystick console is installed safely and won’t
move.
K

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Carefully connect the black plastic pin on the joystick cable with the groove on the cable on the
wheelchair armrest. Do not use force! Do not damage the metal pins inside the joystick cable! If
they are bent by accident, carefully bend them back with a forceps. Damaging metal pins during
installation is not covered by warranty.
After connecting the wires, move the barrel (arrow) to the centre and turn it in the
direction of the arrow. This will lock the two cables in place and prevent them from
disconnecting by accident. Adjust the wire slack so that the wire is not in the way
while operating the wheelchair.
If your plugs have two white
arrows, line up arrows and
connect the plugs.

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Installing the joystick on left hand side armrest
The wheelchair is setup by default to have the joystick installed on the right hand side. It is
possible to install the joystick on the left hand side armrest. In short, remove the wire,
install the wire on the left side and install the console in the same way as on the right side.
Please follow the instructions below.
Unscrew the knob (K) by hand from the right armrest and screw it into the same socket on the
left armrest. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw (arrow) witch holds the black cable latch
(L) on the right armrest.
K
L