YORKSHIRE CARE equipment LENTO - User Manual

LENTO CARE CHAIR
USER MANUAL
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Summary

Lento Care Chair User Guide

Manual Tilt-in-Space Operation

Lever on right handle. Release safety catch, pull lever to tilt chair.

Manual Leg Rest Operation

Two-handed. Squeeze trigger and pull leg rest outwards to extend.

Manual Back Angle Recline

Lever on left handle. Release safety catch, pull lever to adjust backrest angle.

Electric Operation Handsets

Details on 2, 4, or 5 button handsets for electric tilt and recline functions.

Footplate Height and Removal

Adjust height via index pins. Remove by pulling pins and sliding off mechanism.

Footplate Angle Adjustment

Adjust footplate angle using chromed dome bolts, range -10 to +20 degrees.

Footplate Fold Away

The footrest folds upwards against the channel legrest.

Arm Removal and Adjustment

Arms are removable/adjustable for seat width. Tighten locking knobs to secure.

Arm Height Adjustment

Release both plunger pins to adjust arm height. Easier with arm removed.

Seat Width Adjustment

Adjust seat width by positioning arms. Tighten locking knobs. Range 16" to 21".

Removable Seat Cushion Module

Seat module can be removed for alternative cushion systems. Secured by Velcro.

Seat Depth Adjustment and Locking

Slide seat/leg carriage. Lock with knob. Range 18" to 22".

Rear Castor Braking

Lock rear castors by foot on brake lever for stationary use.

Back Cushion Adjustment

Back cushions attach with Velcro. Repositionable. 3 types available (waterfall, thoracic, butterfly).

Battery Charging Instructions

Charge battery weekly. Disconnect lead for movement. Plug into 240V socket.

Options and Accessories

List of available options: motors, cushions, belts, upholstery fabrics.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features
5. Options and Accessories

The Lento Care Chair is a multi-positional Level 4 Care Chair designed to provide comfort and support to its occupant through a wide range of adjustments. This user manual details the various features and operations of the chair, catering to both manual and electric versions.

Function Description:

The Lento Care Chair is engineered to allow for individual positioning, making it suitable for a diverse range of users and care needs. Its core functions include:

• Tilt in Space: This feature allows the entire chair to tilt backward, maintaining the angle between the seat and backrest. In manual versions, the tilt-in-space lever is located on the right-hand side of the push handle. Users release a safety catch with one finger, pull the lever, and then tilt the chair. For electric versions, this function is controlled via a handset.

• Leg Rest Operation: The leg rest can be extended to support the user's legs. Manual operation requires a two-handed action: squeezing a release trigger while simultaneously pulling the leg rest outwards to extend it. Electric versions integrate this function into the handset controls.

• Back Angle Recline: This allows the backrest to recline independently of the seat. In manual chairs, the back angle recline lever is on the left side of the handle. Users release a safety catch with one finger and pull the lever to manually move the backrest to a more reclined or upright position. Electric models offer this adjustment via the handset.

• Electric Operation: For electric Lento chairs, various handsets are available depending on the number of electric functions. A 2-button handset controls electric tilt only. A 4-button handset manages both electric tilt and backrest recline. A more comprehensive handset is used when all actions are electric, with buttons labelled accordingly (though some buttons may be non-operational if not all functions are electric).

• Footplate Adjustment: The footplate offers both height and angle adjustments.

  • Height Adjustment: To adjust the footplate height, index plunger pins on both sides need to be pulled out simultaneously. The footplate can then be positioned higher or lower by aligning it with the next set of holes.
  • Angle Adjustment: The angle of the footplate can be adjusted using chromed dome bolts. This allows for an angle range from -10 degrees to +20 degrees.
  • Fold Away: The footrest can be folded up against the channel legrest for convenience or to facilitate transfers.
  • Removal: Footplate removal is a two-handed operation, requiring both index plungers to be pulled out before sliding the footplate off the leg rest mechanism.

• Arm Adjustment: The chair's arms are highly adjustable.

  • Arm Removal: The arms are removable, which can facilitate transfers or make other adjustments easier. Each arm is supported by two square tubes that slide within two other square tubes, secured by a locking knob that must be fully tightened.
  • Arm Height Adjustment: To adjust the arm height, both plunger pins must be released simultaneously, allowing the arm to be moved to the desired height. This adjustment is often easier to perform with the entire arm removed.

• Seat Width Adjustment: The arms can be positioned to adjust the seat width. Both locking knobs on both sides of the chair must be tightened after adjustment. The seat width can be adjusted from 16 inches to 21 inches.

• Seat Depth Adjustment: The seat depth is adjusted by sliding the seat and leg rest carriage forwards or backwards. A locking knob secures the seat in place. Pushing or pulling on the handle makes sliding the seat easier. A protective shroud, secured with Velcro, may need to be removed before making adjustments. Seat depth is adjustable from 18 inches to 22 inches.

• Removable Seat Cushion Module: The seat module can be removed to accommodate alternative seat foam or gel cushion systems. The cushion casing is secured to the seat with Velcro.

• Back Cushion Adjustment: The Lento chair offers adjustable back cushions attached with Velcro, allowing them to be easily repositioned to suit the service user's shape. There are three backrest options: waterfall, thoracic, or butterfly.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Chair Type: Multi-positional Level 4 Care Chair.
• Seat Width Adjustment Range: 16 inches to 21 inches.
• Seat Depth Adjustment Range: 18 inches to 22 inches.
• Footplate Angle Adjustment Range: -10 degrees to +20 degrees.
• Electric Operation: Available with up to 3 motors, including battery backup.
• Battery Life (Electric Models): A full charge should provide at least 50 cycles of operation.
• Charging Transformer: Plugs into a 240V socket.
• Standard Fabric: Ultima Steel vinyl (other Ultima vinyl colours available).
• Optional Fabrics: Agua Stirata or Panvelle upholstery fabrics.

Usage Features:

• User-Centric Design: The chair is designed for individual positioning to maximize comfort and support for the occupant.
• Ease of Adjustment: Many features, such as footplate height and arm height, use plunger pins for quick and secure adjustments.
• Manual and Electric Options: Available in both manual and electric configurations to suit different care environments and user needs.
• Handset Control (Electric): Electric models utilize intuitive handsets with labelled buttons for various functions (tilt, recline, leg rest).
• Footplate Fold Away: Convenient for transfers and space-saving.
• Removable Arms: Facilitates side transfers and allows for seat width adjustments.
• Interchangeable Seat Cushions: Allows for customization with different pressure relief systems.
• Adjustable Back Cushions: Velcro-attached cushions can be repositioned to conform to the user's body shape.
• Rear Castor Braking: A brake lever on the rear castor allows for easy locking, ensuring stability when the client is in the chair in a stationary position. It is advisable to lock the castors whenever the chair is stationary with a client in it.

Maintenance Features:

• Battery Charging (Electric Models): The charging lead can be easily disconnected for free movement of the chair. It is recommended to charge the battery at least weekly. The charging transformer plugs into a standard 240V socket.
• Removable Seat Cushion: Simplifies cleaning and allows for replacement or upgrade of cushioning.
• Protective Shroud: A Velcro-secured shroud covers the seat depth adjustment mechanism, protecting it from dirt and damage, and can be removed for maintenance or adjustment.

Options and Accessories:

• Motor Configurations: Up to 3 motors, including battery backup.
• Head Cushions: Soft pillow head cushion, profile horseshoe shape head cushion.
• Extended Thoracic Wings: 4-inch extension for additional support.
• Depth Adjuster Pads: 2-inch depth adjuster pad.
• Footrest Pad: 2-inch footrest pad.
• Back Types: Waterfall, thoracic, or butterfly.
• Pressure Relief Cushions: Foam medium risk pressure relief cushion, cool gel high risk pressure relief cushion.
• Positioning Belts: 2-point positioning belt, 4-point positioning belt.
• Upholstery: Standard Ultima Steel vinyl, with other Ultima vinyl colours available on request. Optional Agua Stirata or Panvelle upholstery fabrics are also available.

YORKSHIRE CARE equipment LENTO Specifications